To be eligible for the 5Rivers Scholarship Program, an applicant must be a believer of the Sikh religion, a U.S. citizen or person that has the requisite legal status for living in or attending school in the U.S., and maintain a minimum GPA of 2.5.
Scholarship Details
- Sponsored through the 5Rivers Scholarship Program
- Supports Sikh students pursuing higher education in the United States
- Selection considers both financial need and academic achievement
- Emphasizes leadership potential, character, and community involvement
- Awards are not renewable
- Previous recipients may reapply in future years
- Prior receipt of a 5Rivers Scholarship may be viewed favorably during future application reviews
Eligibility Criteria
- Must be a believer of the Sikh religion
- Must be a U.S. citizen or have legal status to live in or attend school in the United States
- Must maintain a minimum 2.5 GPA
- Must demonstrate financial need
- Must show academic achievement
- Must demonstrate personal motivation to attend and graduate from an institution of higher learning
- Must exhibit strong character and potential for future achievement
Application Process
- Review the scholarship eligibility requirements and selection criteria
- Complete the scholarship application and provide all requested personal and academic information
- Submit documentation demonstrating academic performance and GPA
- Provide information regarding financial need and educational goals
- Highlight community involvement, leadership experiences, and personal achievements
- Submit all required application materials before the program deadline
- Monitor communications regarding scholarship review and award decisions
Awards under the Programs are not renewable. However, students are permitted to reapply for an award under the 5Rivers Scholarship Program in consecutive years. Upon reapplying, students' applications will be judged based on the selection criteria presented above.
