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Martha C. Day Scholarship Foundation, Inc. Scholarship

Martha C. Day Scholarship Foundation, Inc. · Free to apply

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Closes
May 31, 2027
closes in 200 days
Essay
Yes
Recommendations
1
plus a transcript
Need-based
Yes
Merit-based
Yes
Time to apply
~3.8 hrs

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Requirements

Who can apply for the Martha C. Day Scholarship Foundation, Inc. Scholarship, as the official award page states them. Your student must meet each one.

  • Must be a resident of Florida
  • Open to high school seniors and current college students
  • GPA of 2.5 or higher (unweighted)
  • Open to U.S. citizens or permanent residents (green card)

To apply

  • An essay.
  • 1 letter of recommendation. Ask teachers or counselors early.
  • A transcript, from the school registrar.
  • Must be a legal resident of Brownsville/Liberty City in Miami, Florida.
  • Must demonstrate financial need.
  • High school applicants must plan to enroll in college in the fall and submit a college acceptance letter.

Good to know

  • Applications must arrive by May 31 annually; 2027 is inferred for the next upcoming cycle.

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  • Open only to U.S. citizens / permanent residents

  • Requires FL residency

  • For high school seniors, current college students

  • Requires 2.5+ GPA

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About the scholarship

This scholarship supports needy college and college-bound students residing in the Brownsville and Liberty City areas of Miami, Florida. Award amounts and the number of scholarships vary each year at the foundation's discretion. Applicants must mail an application packet containing a cover page, personal essay, reference letter, photo, and academic records.

How to apply

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  1. 1Prepare a single-spaced one-page cover page with contact details and application date.
  2. 2Write an essay up to two pages covering your educational status, financial need, intended course of study, and how you will further Martha C. Day's legacy.
  3. 3Obtain a signed and dated reference letter from a non-relative.
  4. 4Attach required exhibits including transcripts, college acceptance letter (if in high school), and a recent color passport photo.
  5. 5Mail the complete application packet to arrive at the Foundation no later than May 31.

From the sponsor's page, which is always the final word.

How the winners are chosen

The sponsor picks the winners from the students who apply. Most sponsors do not publish how many students apply.

Time to apply
~3.8 hrs of work

Deadline and application cycle

The current deadline is May 31, 2027. This award runs on an annual cycle, with deadlines around May 31 each year. Applications typically open in January.

Applications open
January 2027
Applications close
May 31, 2027
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Common questions about the Martha C. Day Scholarship Foundation, Inc. Scholarship

How much is the Martha C. Day Scholarship Foundation, Inc. Scholarship worth?

The Martha C. Day Scholarship Foundation, Inc. Scholarship awards varies.

When is the Martha C. Day Scholarship Foundation, Inc. Scholarship deadline?

The current deadline is May 31, 2027. This award runs on an annual cycle, with deadlines around May 31 each year. Applications typically open in January.

When do Martha C. Day Scholarship Foundation, Inc. Scholarship applications open?

Applications typically open in January, and close May 31, 2027.

Who is eligible for the Martha C. Day Scholarship Foundation, Inc. Scholarship?

Key requirements: Must be a resident of Florida; Open to high school seniors and current college students; GPA of 2.5 or higher (unweighted); Open to U.S. citizens or permanent residents (green card).

Does the Martha C. Day Scholarship Foundation, Inc. Scholarship require an essay?

Yes. The application requires an essay, 1 recommendation, and a transcript. Expect to spend about 3.75 hours on it.

How hard is it to win the Martha C. Day Scholarship Foundation, Inc. Scholarship?

The sponsor picks the winners from the students who apply. What limits who can enter: open only to Florida residents and an essay is required, which filters out casual applicants. Plan on about 3.8 hrs of work.

Is the Martha C. Day Scholarship Foundation, Inc. Scholarship free to apply?

Yes. The Martha C. Day Scholarship Foundation, Inc. Scholarship is free to apply. Legitimate scholarships never charge an application fee, and Solyo verifies every listed award against its official page.

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