R A Bowen Trust Scholarship Grant

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.

Its purpose is to award scholarships to deserving students.

Eligibility

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.