MASRO Scholarship
Mississippi Association of School Resource Officers · Free to apply
Award
$500
One-time award
Free to apply. Legitimate scholarships never charge a fee. We use your student's information only to build their plan.
- Closes
- January 31, 2027
- closes in 80 days
- Essay
- Yes
- about 500 words
- Recommendations
- 2
- plus a transcript
- Need-based
- No
- Merit-based
- Yes
- Time to apply
- ~4.3 hrs
Rules read against the official award page. Confirm on the provider's site before applying.
Requirements
Who can apply for the MASRO Scholarship, as the official award page states them. Your student must meet each one.
- Must be a resident of Mississippi
- Open to high school seniors
To apply
- An essay, about 500 words.
- 2 letters of recommendation. Ask teachers or counselors early.
- A transcript, from the school registrar.
- Must currently be enrolled as a 12th grader in a Mississippi school.
- One letter of recommendation must come from the applicant's School Resource Officer (SRO).
- Must graduate from a regular high school program in good standing with no disqualifying criminal arrests or convictions.
Good to know
- Applies to the 2026-2027 scholarship cycle.
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About the scholarship
The Mississippi Association of School Resource Officers provides nine $500 awards to high school seniors enrolled in Mississippi schools, awarding one recipient in each of its nine regions. Funds are designated to help cover college tuition and textbook expenses. Applicants must submit a completed application packet containing an essay, transcript, and two recommendation letters, including one from their school resource officer.
How to apply
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- 1Complete the scholarship application form, including the 500-word essay on your life goals and plans.
- 2Print the application and obtain all required student and parent or guardian signatures.
- 3Collect a current photo, high school transcript, and two recommendation letters (one must be from your School Resource Officer).
- 4Scan the entire completed application and all attachments together into a single PDF file.
- 5Email the single PDF packet to contactmasro@gmail.com by January 31, 2027.
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 Most sponsors do not publish how many students apply.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
- ~4.3 hrs of work
Deadline and application cycle
The current deadline is January 31, 2027. This award runs on an annual cycle, with deadlines around January 31 each year. Applications typically open in October.
- Applications open
- October 2026
- Applications close
- January 31, 2027
Free to apply. Legitimate scholarships never charge a fee. We use your student's information only to build their plan.
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Common questions about the MASRO Scholarship
How much is the MASRO Scholarship worth?
The MASRO Scholarship awards $500.
When is the MASRO Scholarship deadline?
The current deadline is January 31, 2027. This award runs on an annual cycle, with deadlines around January 31 each year. Applications typically open in October.
When do MASRO Scholarship applications open?
Applications typically open in October, and close January 31, 2027.
Who is eligible for the MASRO Scholarship?
Key requirements: Must be a resident of Mississippi; Open to high school seniors.
Does the MASRO Scholarship require an essay?
Yes. The application requires an essay of about 500 words, 2 recommendations, and a transcript. Expect to spend about 4.25 hours on it.
How hard is it to win the MASRO Scholarship?
The sponsor picks the winners from the students who apply. What limits who can enter: open only to Mississippi residents and an essay is required, which filters out casual applicants. Plan on about 4.3 hrs of work.
Is the MASRO Scholarship free to apply?
Yes. The MASRO 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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