2026 Scholarship Cycle
OpensJanuary 15, 2026
DeadlineMarch 16, 2026
Scholarship Opportunity
Orlo M. Kintz and Stanley M. Kintz Memorial Scholarship
Offered by Community Foundation of Northern Nevada
A need-aware scholarship for high-achieving Northern Nevada seniors with strong community involvement who plan to attend a one-, two-, or four-year college or technical program.
Minimum GPA3.8+
EssayRequired
RenewableYes
Grade LevelHigh School Senior
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Application Timeline
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Eligibility
- Be a graduating senior from a Northern Nevada high school.
- Have at least a 3.8 weighted GPA.
- Have at least a 23 ACT score or 1030 SAT score.
- Plan to attend a one-, two-, or four-year college or technical program in Nevada or another state.
- Plan to enroll full-time and maintain at least a 2.6 cumulative GPA while receiving the award.
Requirements
- Complete the Community Foundation online application.
- Submit a transcript and ACT or SAT score report.
- Submit a recommendation letter and essay.
- Demonstrate academic achievement, community involvement, and financial need.
- Provide a transcript each semester while receiving multi-year support.
How to Apply
- 1Confirm the GPA, test-score, Northern Nevada, and full-time study requirements.
- 2Use the Community Foundation eligibility quiz when applications reopen.
- 3Complete the online application and upload the transcript, score report, recommendation, and essay.
- 4If selected for multi-year support, maintain the required GPA and submit semester transcripts.
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