Ruth F. Wallace Scholarship

Direct application

$1,000

Eligibility

Major
Business
Education level
High school
Financial
Financial need
Grades
GPA 3+Sat 1000+Act 25+

About this scholarship

Graduating seniors at Thomson High School in McDuffie County, Georgia, planning to enroll at a four-year college may apply through the Community Foundation for the CSRA. Applicants must pursue a program in or related to business, education, engineering, manufacturing, or technology.

Awards are $1,000 per year, renewable up to three additional years for up to $4,000 total. Preference goes to students with financial need, then those with a 3.0 or higher GPA and minimum SAT 1000 or ACT 25.

Submit a 500 to 750 word narrative on your goals and need for assistance, a transcript, and one recommendation through the online portal.

Essay question

What else to submit

  • Online application
  • Letter of recommendation
  • Unofficial transcript
  • 500-to-750-word narrative on goals, chosen field, plans after college, financial need, and scholarship benefit
  • Letter of recommendation
  • Unofficial transcript
  • Award is renewable for up to three additional years if renewal requirements are met.