Emma E. Buckley Scholarship


Name: Emma E. Buckley Scholarship

Award Amount: $2,500 per year, renewable for up to four years (totaling up to $10,000)

Information And Eligibility:
The Emma E. Buckley Scholarship was established to honor Emma E. Buckley, a long-time philanthropist in Kentucky. This renewable scholarship supports high school seniors from Woodford County High School and Fayette County Public Schools who demonstrate significant financial need. Preference is given to first-generation college students, emphasizing the importance of access to higher education for those who face additional challenges.

Eligibility Requirements:

  • Must be a high school senior attending Woodford County High School or a public high school in Fayette County, Kentucky.
  • Must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.
  • Demonstrate significant financial need.
  • Preference is given to first-generation college students.

Application Requirements:

  • Complete the scholarship application through the Blue Grass Community Foundation’s scholarship portal.
  • Submit official high school transcripts showing academic performance.
  • Provide letters of recommendation, if required by the application.
  • Write a personal statement or essay describing academic goals, financial need, and how this scholarship will impact your future.

Application Timeline:

  • Applications Open: December 2
  • Applications Close: March 4

Additional Information:

  • Preference is given to applicants who demonstrate strong community involvement.
  • Scholarship recipients are eligible for renewal each year if academic progress is maintained.

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Request to Update or Remove This Scholarship. The CollegeWhale ID number for this Scholarship is #15026. This Scholarship was added in January 2025 and last reviewed by a member of our staff on January, 2025.

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This Scholarship is tagged with the following criteria: Kentucky / March / Merit-Based / Need-Based

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