Who is eligible for the Jackson Energy Scholarship Essay Contest?

Residency and Membership: Applicant, parent(s), or legal guardian(s) must be members of Jackson Energy Cooperative with their primary residence or business served by the cooperative. Education Level: Open to high school seniors planning to attend an accredited college, university, or trade school in the Fall following graduation. Location: Must reside within Jackson Energy Cooperativeâs service area.

Jackson Energy Scholarship Essay Contest

Name: Jackson Energy Scholarship Essay Contest

Award Amount: Eight scholarships of $2,000 each

Information and Eligibility:
The Jackson Energy Scholarship Essay Contest awards eight $2,000 scholarships each year to outstanding high school seniors who demonstrate academic achievement and community involvement. The program supports students within Jackson Energy Cooperative’s service area who plan to continue their education at an accredited college or trade school. Scholarships are intended to help graduating seniors cover educational expenses for the Fall semester immediately following high school graduation.

Eligibility criteria include:

Residency and Membership: Applicant, parent(s), or legal guardian(s) must be members of Jackson Energy Cooperative with their primary residence or business served by the cooperative.
Education Level: Open to high school seniors planning to attend an accredited college, university, or trade school in the Fall following graduation.
Location: Must reside within Jackson Energy Cooperative’s service area.

Scholarship Details:

Eight total awards, each valued at $2,000.
Funds are awarded directly to the student’s chosen college or trade school.
Applicants must submit an essay as part of the application process.

Deadline:

Application Opens: September 1
Application Due: November 28
Award Announcement: Typically announced prior to the Spring semester of the student’s senior year.

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