R A Bowen Trust Scholarship Grant

R A Bowen Trust Scholarship Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: R A Bowen Trust
Last Updated: December 03, 2025

Summary

The R A Bowen Trust Scholarship, established in 1943 by Mr. Robert A. Bowen, Sr., supports deserving students from central Georgia pursuing higher education. This private scholarship aims to empower full-time students accepted into accredited four-year colleges or universities. Eligible candidates must reside in specific Georgia counties or plan to attend select institutions in Macon, GA. The Trust has a strong legacy of generosity, continuing to benefit local nonprofits and students for over four generations.

Overview

About Us When willingness and opportunity converge, generosity emerges. ‍Mr. Robert A. Bowen, Sr. had such an opportunity in the late 1930’s. An acquaintance of his was paralyzed due to a swimming accident and “Bob” Bowen stepped in to support the man's care. Later, he was able and willing to give towards the man’s education. As Mr. Bowen saw the needs of others who wanted to go to college, he and a board of Trustees established the R. A. Bowen Trust in 1943. Its purpose is to award scholarships to deserving students. Now, four generations later, the Trust is still managed by the Bowen family. Bob Bowen was a builder and construction contractor in Macon, GA. His son, R. A. Bowen Jr., joined him after serving in WWII and then completing his engineering degree. Macon has benefited from their success and generosity as the Trust continues to help and support many local nonprofits. Scholarship Duration Freshman - Up to 4 yearsSophomore - Up to 3 yearsJunior - Up to 2 yearsSenior - 1 year

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Eligible applicants are those accepted to accredited four year colleges or universities in the United States as full time students under the following guidelines.Applicants must reside in one of the central Georgia counties of Bibb, Crawford, Houston, Jones, Monroe, Peach and Twiggs counties.Applicants reside in Georgia or out of state but plan to attend college in Macon, GA at Wesleyan College, Mercer University, or Middle Georgia State University (Macon Campus).Applications are considered annually, with the potential for renewal for up to four years of undergraduate study.

Ineligibility

Incomplete applications cannot be considered.Scholarships will be revoked if the student:Fails to submit required semester documentations.Receives a second "D" or two "D's" in one grading period.(Student receiving a "D" in any class is placed on probation.)Receives an F grade.Is not enrolled as a full-time student.Placed on probation or suspension by the school.No longer requires financial assistance.