The Edna R. Anthony Scholarship supports high school seniors pursuing careers in nursing, healthcare, criminal justice, political science, journalism or communications. Applicants must attend a Historically Black College or University and meet the required academic standards.
Scholarship Details
- Award amount of $1,000
- The number of scholarship recipients may vary
- Scholarship is provided by the Women of BECA, Inc.
Eligibility Criteria
- Must be a high school senior
- Must maintain a minimum grade point average of 2.5
- Must plan on attending a Historically Black College or University
- Must declare a major in Criminal Justice/Political Science, Journalism/Communications, or Nursing/Healthcare
Application Process
- Confirm that you meet the scholarship eligibility requirements
- Prepare a 1,000-word essay explaining why you want to pursue a career in these chosen fields
- Format the essay using double spacing and 12-point font
- Obtain a copy of your high school transcript
- Submit the completed application and all required materials according to the scholarship's application instructions
The Edna R. Anthony Scholarship can provide valuable financial support as you begin your college education. If you meet the eligibility requirements and plan to pursue one of the qualifying fields, take the time to prepare a thoughtful application.
