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Mary C. Rawlins Scholarship

Direct application

$500
1 winner

Eligibility

Location
Connecticut
Education level
High school
Grades
GPA 2.5+

About this scholarship

Connecticut high school seniors who are state residents with a minimum 2.5 GPA at the end of the fall semester and proof of college acceptance may apply for the Mary C. Rawlins Scholarship through the Connecticut Association of Diversity and Equity Professionals.

One $500 award assists with college-related educational expenses.

Submit the online application with two essays, fall grades, acceptance letter, and a counselor, teacher, or coach reference by March 31. Mary C. Rawlins was a founder of CADEP and advocate for equity and inclusion.

Essay questions

What else to submit

  • Online application
  • Two essays
  • Fall high school grades report
  • College or university acceptance letter
  • Reference letter from a school counselor, teacher, or coach
  • Eligibility: senior high school students, Connecticut residents, 2.5 GPA or higher (end of fall semester)
  • Fall 2025 high school grades report
  • College/University acceptance letter
  • Letter of reference (school counselor, teacher, or coach)
  • Deadline: March 31, 2026
  • Award amount: $500
  • GPA is evaluated at the end of the fall semester.