How much funding does Student Scholarships provide?

Student Scholarships provides Up to $20,000 per academic year in funding.

When is the deadline for Student Scholarships?

This grant has a rolling deadline or the deadline has not been announced.

Student Scholarships

BARBARA AND STEVE WILSON

Foundation Annual Grants for Education College Prep Grants

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Funding Amount

Up to $20,000 per academic year

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Student Scholarships

Overview: The Barbara and Steve Wilson Educational Foundation provides scholarships to support post-secondary students, particularly those who may face barriers to traditional financial aid due to citizenship status or other criteria.

Eligibility

High school graduates (high school graduation requirement may be waived for vocational scholarship applicants)
Undocumented students with current DACA (Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals) classification
United States citizens
Students applying to or enrolled at a college, university, or vocational school with intent to continue education or train for a specific career path

Academic Requirements

Cumulative B/90+ average grade during most recent academic year (may be waived for vocational scholarship applicants)
Applicable SAT and/or ACT scores required

Financial Requirements

Documented financial need, as evidenced by tax returns or other applicable programs
Personal contribution of $1,000 per academic year toward educational costs by student or family
Proof of application to at least one additional scholarship for the school year in question

Required Documents

High school or college transcript including grades from most recent academic year
At least two letters of recommendation (not from parents or family members)
SAT and/or ACT scores
Names and information of schools/programs applied to with acceptance letters and cost estimates
Record of activities, community involvement, or volunteering
Written career goal statement essay (1,000 words or less)
Tax returns from parent(s)/guardian(s) and student (if available) from previous year

Selection Criteria

Prior academic performance and standardized testing (SAT/ACT)
Motivation, character, and community involvement
Essay quality and supporting documentation

Scholar Responsibilities

Participate in recruitment and support of new scholarship applicants
Mentoring of new recipients (if requested, without compensation)
Undocumented students required to live at home for first two years to avoid room and board costs
Remain active in supporting the Foundation when financially possible

Renewal Requirements

Annual application and interview required
School transcripts from most recent academic/vocational period
Maintenance of B/90+ cumulative average (or proof of passing in pass/fail circumstances)
Proof of employment or volunteer work during academic breaks longer than 6 weeks
Documentation of student or family financial contribution for prior academic year

Award Details

Maximum award: $20,000 per academic year
Duration: No limit on number of years funding available for qualifying scholars
Funding available for multiple academic years with annual reapplication

Geographic Scope

California, United States (based on funder location)

Contact Information

Phone: (479) 459-1226
Email: info@wilsoneducationalfoundation.org
Address: 301 Quay Commons #606, Sarasota, FL 32436

Organization Information

Status: 501(c)(3) Charitable Organization, Florida Corporation #N1600000589
Mission: Not-for-profit knowledge center for prosthetic urology and men's health; supports rising andrologists and post-secondary students

How to Apply

Application Process

The complete application consists of three parts:

#### Part One: Online Form
1. Complete the online application form in one session
2. Have required information on hand before beginning
3. Provide the following information:
- Contact information for applicant and at least one parent/guardian
- Most recent high school transcripts
- SAT and/or ACT scores (if available)
- Post-high school transcripts (as available)
- Schools or programs applied to
- Names and phone numbers for at least two recommenders
- Summary of paid, volunteer, or extra-curricular work
- Summary of applicant's financial situation and basis of need
- List of alternate scholarships applied for
- Summary of applicant's personal/family educational investment intentions

#### Part Two: Written Essay
1. Write a career goal statement essay of 1,000 words or less
2. Essay should outline:
- Educational objective
- Steps to be taken
- Future goals (realistic and clear with reasonable milestones)
- Applicant's strengths, personality, and desire
3. Format: PDF or WORD document
4. Submit by clicking the EMAIL button and attaching the document
5. Important: Indicate applicant name in email; use same name as submitted in form

#### Part Three: Letters of Recommendation
1. Obtain two letters of recommendation from non-family members
2. Submit letters via email attachments (PDF or WORD) to info@wilsoneducationalfoundation.org
3. Or click the EMAIL button and attach documents
4. Important: Indicate applicant name in email; use same name as submitted in form

Selection Process

1. Complete applications reviewed by Foundation board 2. Applicants selected to advance receive email or phone request for phone interview 3. Initial phone interview held 4. Authors of letters of recommendation contacted by phone for follow-up 5. Final formal interview (in person or by phone/telecom) held with applying student and parent(s)/guardian(s) and one or more board members