ABOUT THE SCHOLARSHIP
The Sumner Academy Academic Excellence Scholarship is a tiered award program designed to recognize and reward the hard work, dedication, and scholastic achievement of graduating seniors. This scholarship acknowledges that excellence takes many forms and honors students across a broad range of academic performance.
One scholarship is awarded annually ensuring that students who have demonstrated consistent effort and commitment to their education have an equal opportunity to be recognized and supported as they pursue higher education or technical training.
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
To be eligible, applicants must meet all of the following requirements:
Currently enrolled as a senior at Sumner Academy of Arts & Science
Aspirations to pursue an undergraduate degree or a technical college degree/certificate
Selected recipients are only eligible to receive the award once
HOW TO APPLY
Applicants must submit a one-page informational letter that includes the following:
Student's full name
Description of educational pursuits and career goals
No more than 250 - 400 words in length
All application materials must be submitted via online form at sumnerscholarshipgala.com
Application Deadline: April 22, 2026 by 11:59 pm
SCHOLARSHIP AWARD
Scholarship amount will vary.
To receive the scholarship funds, selected recipients must submit the following documentation by June 15, 2026:
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Proof of high school graduation
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Proof of acceptance or enrollment at an accredited college or technical school
Funds will be distributed to selected recipients on or before July 2026.