Scholarship Opportunity

Achievement Beyond Obstacles Scholarship

Offered by Achievement Beyond Obstacles

A Rotary-sponsored scholarship and college-readiness program for counselor-nominated Washoe County students who have overcome major obstacles and may be overlooked by traditional scholarship programs.

EssayNot required
RenewableYes
Grade LevelHigh School Senior, College Student, Graduate Student

AI Use Policy

No AI policy is stated

Eligibility

  • Be nominated by a counselor or principal from a participating Washoe County high school.
  • Be on track to graduate after overcoming significant personal obstacles.
  • Participate in the required ABO preparation process.

Requirements

  • Meet with the assigned Rotary ABO liaison.
  • Complete leadership, mentoring, financial, and communications workshops.
  • Complete the scholarship application.
  • Give a presentation to a participating Rotary club.

How to Apply

  1. 1Ask the school counselor about ABO nomination.
  2. 2After nomination, work with the assigned ABO liaison.
  3. 3Complete Leadership Weekend and the required workshops.
  4. 4Submit the full application and complete the Rotary presentation.