Reverend Dr. A.W. Watkins High School Scholarship
Scholarship Sponsored by Reverend Dr. A.W. Watkins Scholarship Foundation
The Reverend Dr. A. W. Watkins Scholarship Foundation is a recognized 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization with the mission of supporting education. We provide scholarships to inspiring and deserving students from the Central Alabama area.
REV. DR. A.W. WATKINS HIGH SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION
The foundation is named after Reverend Dr. A.W. Watkins, Jr., who was a pastor in Montgomery, Alabama. He earned his honorary Doctoral Degree from Selma University. The Reverend Dr. A. W. Watkins Scholarship Foundation was incorporated in the State of Alabama on December 30, 2003, and obtained its federal tax exemption status on May 19, 2004. 100% of our contributions go to scholarships for high school graduates.
REV. DR. A.W. WATKINS HIGH SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION
- Must be a resident from the Central Alabama area. All counties and cities within a 50-mile radius of Montgomery, Alabama defines the Central Alabama area.
- Must be a graduating senior.
- Must have a minimum SAT score of 830 or ACT score of 17.
- Must have a 2.5 or higher-grade point average.
- If you are 18 or older you must show proof that you are a registered voter.
- Must submit two letters of recommendations (e.g. Guidance Counselor, Pastor, Deacon or Community Leader / Organization) not to exceed one page. ALL DOCUMENTS MUST BE MAILED DIRECTLY TO THE REV. DR. A.W. WATKINS SCHOLARSHIP FOUNDATION, INC: P.O. BOX 8045: MONTGOMERY, AL 36110
- Must submit a typed 500-word essay (must be double spaced) and must utilize the Modern Language Association (MLA) format. Essay Topic: What will be your contribution to making the world a better place to live? Where do you see yourself in the next five (5) years? Punctuation, spelling and grammar will be checked thoroughly.
- Must mail official transcript by February 28, 2025.
- Must provide a picture with the application packet. (The picture will be used for foundation website)
- ALL DOCUMENTATION REQUIRED MUST BE POSTMARKED BY FEBRUARY 28, 2025.
- ONLY COMPLETED APPLICATIONS WILL BE CONSIDERED.