Scholarship Opportunity

Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Scholarship

Offered by Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Scholarship Committee

The Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Scholarship supports graduating high school seniors who are legal residents of Springfield, Massachusetts and demonstrate strong academic achievement along with involvement in their church and/or community.

Minimum GPA3.5+
EssayRequired
RenewableNo
Grade LevelHigh School Senior

Application Timeline

Important application dates

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Next Scholarship Cycle

OpensTo Be Announced
DeadlineTo Be Announced

Eligibility

  • Be a high school senior.
  • Be a legal resident of the City of Springfield, Massachusetts.
  • Attend a public, private, or parochial school in Springfield.
  • Maintain a cumulative GPA of at least 3.5.
  • Be involved in church and/or the broader community.

Requirements

  • Complete the current Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Scholarship application.
  • Provide information about school activities and clubs.
  • Provide information about community involvement.
  • Complete any essays or personal responses required by the current application.
  • Submit all supporting materials requested by the Scholarship Committee.

How to Apply

  1. 1Confirm that you meet Springfield residency and 3.5 GPA requirements.
  2. 2Obtain the current scholarship application from the Scholarship Committee or an authorized local source.
  3. 3Complete the application and document school, church, and community activities.
  4. 4Prepare any required essays and supporting documents.
  5. 5Verify the current deadline before submitting because the publicly linked application packet is archival.

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