Scholarship Opportunity

Southern State Academic Excellence Trustee Scholarship

Offered by Southern State Community College

Merit award for recent graduates of high schools in Southern State’s service area entering the fall semester.

Minimum GPA3.5+
EssayNot required
RenewableYes
Grade LevelHigh School Senior, College Student

Application Timeline

Important application dates

This scholarship offers more than one application cycle. Review each window carefully before applying.

Fall 2027–Spring 2028 — March 31 priority

OpensFebruary 1, 2027
DeadlineTo Be Announced

Eligibility

  • Graduate from a high school in the college’s service area in the class immediately preceding fall enrollment.
  • Enroll at Southern State and have a high-school GPA of at least 3.5.

Requirements

  • Maintain a cumulative 3.5 GPA for second-year renewal.
  • Use Southern State’s shared application. The published fall priority window is February 1–March 31, 2027; later consideration depends on funding.

How to Apply

  1. 1Use the college’s scholarship application when the fall window begins.
  2. 2Confirm service-area eligibility and complete any matched-award questions.