Riley I Whitelaw Memorial Scholarship
Direct application
Amount varies
Eligibility
Education level
High school
About this scholarship
Graduating high school seniors from Academy District 20 in Colorado Springs, especially Air Academy High School, may apply if they have a minimum 3.5 GPA, demonstrated positive-impact involvement, and part-time work experience during high school. Applicants must provide proof of acceptance and enrollment in a four-year college.
Award amounts vary. Scholarships are guaranteed for one year and paid directly to the student's educational institution.
Apply with a brief letter on career goals, the official application form, two recommendation forms, transcripts, test scores, and an essay. Selection weighs academic achievement, positive impact, and work experience.
Essay question
What else to submit
- Brief letter explaining career goals and biographical information
- Official application form
- Two completed recommendation forms
- Recent high school transcript
- ACT and/or SAT scores
- Essay
- Submit a brief letter explaining career goals and biographical information
- Complete and submit the official application form
- Provide two (2) completed recommendation forms
- Submit a recent high school transcript with cumulative GPA
- Include a copy of ACT and/or SAT scores
- Provide proof of acceptance and enrollment in a four-year college.