Purpose
The purpose of The Suffolk Business Women’s Scholarship is to provide an annual award to one scholarship applicant. The scholarship fund will be sent directly to the attending university or college for the sole purpose of paying college expenses. The current value of the Scholarship is $2,500.00.
Award Criteria
Each scholarship applicant must, at the time of the award:
- Be a female United States citizen and resident of Suffolk, Virginia.
- Have declared intention to pursue, and enroll in, a full time Business Major Degree program at an accredited college or university.
- Be a high school senior.
- Demonstrate involvement in either school and/or community activities, or provide verification of employment.
- Have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better.
- Submit an essay of 500 – 600 words on the following topic: Choose a female leader who inspires you and write an essay on why you admire her leadership qualities.
Application Procedure
- Submit a completed application form with an official high school transcript including GPA and SAT/ACT scores.
- Submit two reference letters, preferably one from a high school teacher.
2020 Awardee
Alicia Marie Ray
Isle of Wight Academy
2019 Awardee
Casey Duke
Nansemond River High School
2018 Awardee
Ashley Bido
King’s Fork High School
2017 Awardee
Logan Harrell
Nansemond-Suffolk Academy
2016 Awardee
Emily VanDorn
Suffolk Christian Academy