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Jane Jayroe Community Foundation Scholar Award

Oklahoma City Community Foundation

This scholarship is established by the Board of Trustees of the Oklahoma City Community Foundation in appreciation of Mrs. Jayroes nine years of service as a Trustee. It is awarded to under-served segment of college-bound students those who do not qualify for the most competitive academic scholarships but who are good students and who are active in school activities and in their communities. This scholarship is given to a student who will attend Oklahoma City University.

Key Information

Eligibility Requirements

  • Age/Grade Level:
    Must be graduating high school seniors
  • Financial Need:
    Not Mentioned
  • School:
    Must be graduating senior students from high schools in central Oklahoma
  • College:
    Will attend Oklahoma City University
  • Extracurricular:
    Must be active in school activities and in their communities

Application Details

  • Transcript:
    Required
  • Resume/Activity List:
    Required
  • Essay:
    Describe your career goals and how your education will help you achieve your goals. What school do you want to attend, and why is this school a good fit for you? (Please limit to 500 words.); Write an essay in which you share information about yourself and your goals: (a) Who and how did someone inspire you to continue your education? (b) Describe a defining moment in your life, and if it was a negative experience, how did you turn it around? (c) Describe a high school classroom activity or assignment that was challenging and gave you a feeling of mastery when completed. (d) Write about an adult you have met through an extracurricular activity who prompted you to consider a career or profession like theirs. Please include reference to your academic/career goals, as well as your extracurricular involvements if applicable. (500 word maximum.)
  • Recommendation Letters:
    Please submit the name and email address of someone--teacher/professor, guidance counselor, principal, community leader, or employer--who can submit a letter of recommendation on your behalf. The person you request a letter from should be able to speak to your abilities and capacity in the areas of education, leadership and community service.
  • Other Materials:
    FAFSA Student Aid Report (SAR); Attach a photograph (head shot style, no "selfies")

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