Operation Empower Scholarship​

The qualifications you need to meet and rules you need to follow to qualify are listed below

Student Applicants:

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• Must be currently enrolled in an accredited university to apply.
• Must have maintained a minimum of a 3.0 GPA for the final two years of high school.
• Must articulate how they intend to pursue education to fulfill the mission of Operation Empower.
• Should be able to demonstrate how they have contributed to the effort to combat bullying and prevent violence.
• Must demonstrate a genuine need for scholarship funds.
• Must complete application, including a copy of high school transcripts, two letters of recommendation and an essay.
• Must submit applications to be received by February 15. Late and/or incomplete applications will not be accepted.
• Will be asked to undergo three intensive interviews.
• May be asked to complete quizzes, tests, essays, and other general knowledge checks.
• Must have completed the SAT and/or ACT test with a minimum combined score of 1200 and/or 27, respectively
• Must exemplify the behaviors that support Operation Empower’s core values and mission statement.
• Must not have a criminal record.

Each student who is the recipient of a scholarship is required to complete at least 40 hours of volunteer service over the course of the academic year (fall, winter, spring, and/or summer terms).  Please download the application form below.

Good luck to all applicants!