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Regions Riding Forward Scholarship Contest

Regions Riding Forward Scholarship Contest

Applicable For:

High School Seniors & College Students

Max Award Amount:

$5000

Application Deadline:

31/03/2023

Scholarship Provider

Country

United States
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About This Scholarship

Regions Riding Forward Scholarship Contest is an annual scholarship program sponsored by Regions Bank, a financial institution in the United States. The scholarship program is aimed at helping students pursue higher education by providing financial assistance. The contest is open to high school seniors and college students who are legal residents of the United States and enrolled or planning to enroll in an accredited college or university in the United States. To enter the contest, students are required to submit an essay or video that highlights an African American individual who has inspired them in their journey towards success. Winners of the scholarship contest are selected based on their academic achievements, community involvement, and the quality of their essay or video submission. The scholarship awards range from $5,000 to $15,000, and multiple winners are selected each year. The Regions Riding Forward Scholarship Contest is part of Regions Bank’s commitment to promoting diversity, inclusion, and education within the communities it serves.  To apply for the scholarship, applicants must submit a completed application form, official transcripts, and the essay described above. The essay will be judged based on originality, writing style, and overall quality.

Eligibility Criteria For Regions Riding Forward Scholarship Contest

The Regions Riding Forward Scholarship Contest is open to high school seniors and college students who are legal residents of the United States. The eligibility criteria for the scholarship contest are as follows:

  • Applicants must be a high school senior or college student who is enrolled or planning to enroll in a full-time undergraduate program at an accredited college or university in the United States.
  • Applicants for Regions Riding Forward Scholarship Contest must be a legal resident of the United States.
  • Applicants must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale.
  • Applicants must write an essay of 500 words or less that describes an African-American who has inspired and motivated them.

In addition to meeting these eligibility criteria, applicants must also submit a completed application form and official transcripts. The essay will be judged based on originality, writing style, and overall quality. The scholarship award is $5,000, and up to 25 scholarships may be awarded each year.  It is important to note that the eligibility criteria, application requirements, and the amount of the scholarship award may be subject to change, so interested applicants should always refer to the Regions Bank website for the most up-to-date information.

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