Jurgens, Virgil, Scholarship Grant

Jurgens, Virgil, Scholarship Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Beatrice Educational Foundation
Amount: US $375
Last Updated: January 19, 2026

Summary

The Jurgens, Virgil Scholarship, funded by the Beatrice Educational Foundation, offers a $375 award to a Beatrice High School senior who excels in baseball and ranks in the top 25% of their class. The Foundation, established in 1987, provides financial support for educational opportunities. This scholarship aims to assist deserving students in pursuing higher education, emphasizing the importance of academic achievement and community involvement.

Overview

Overview Beatrice Educational Foundation, a nonprofit corporation, was established in 1987, and one of the first education foundations in the State of Nebraska. The Foundation’s purpose is to provide a permanent source of financial support for the expansion and enrichment of learning opportunities for the Beatrice School District. The 15-member Board of Trustees and selected Beatrice High School students work together to promote academic achievement and civic involvement through encouragement and support in quality school programs and innovative education that propels excellence. The Foundation manages a $3.8 million Endowment Fund and awards over $55,000 each year in scholarships to Beatrice High School graduating seniors. Scholarship Application The intent of the Foundation is to provide funds to deserving students needing assistance to attend a school of higher learning. Jurgens, Virgil, Scholarship One $375 scholarship is available to a graduating senior of Beatrice High School. Qualifications include participation in baseball at Beatrice High School and a class rank in the top 25% of their graduating class. Also available on the web-site: www.beatricepublicschools.org

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Scholarship Application EthicsComplete the scholarship application yourself.Complete the application with a computer.All letters of recommendation should be originals, do not photocopy them and reuse in another application.One $375 scholarship is available to a graduating senior of Beatrice High School. Qualifications include participation in baseball at Beatrice High School and a class rank in the top 25% of their graduating class.Criteria for selection will include financial need and active participation in school, community, and volunteer activities. A copy of the Student Aid Report (SAR) from FAFSA is required to complete the application process.

Ineligibility

Should a recipient receive other scholarship funds in excess of need, the Foundation scholarship will not be forwarded at that time.It will, however, be available for a five-year period should the recipient need these funds at a later date for tuition, room and board, or books.Foundation scholarships are restricted to undergraduate studies.Do not use a pencil or pen and handwrite an application.