Students who are related to a member of the Jackson Energy Cooperative can apply for $1,000 scholarships. Membership in the Jackson Energy Cooperative is reserved for shareholders of the nonprofit utility company, similar to those who purchase a share or interest in a credit union.
However, a student applicant may not be an immediate family member of someone directly employed by Jackson Energy or a member of the company's board of directors. Applicants also must be legal residents of Kentucky and no more than 21 years old. High-school seniors and college students may apply as long as they meet basic application guidelines. An essay is required. Jackson Energy typically awards 16 scholarships each year.
Jackson Energy
Scholarship Essay Program
115 Jackson Energy Lane
McKee, KY 40447
800-262-7480, Ext. 9223
jacksonenergy.com
The Kentucky Society of Certified Public Accountants annually awards scholarships ranging from $1,000 to $2,500. The program has been in place since 1988 and is geared toward students who want to become CPAs. To apply, you must be at least a sophomore-level accounting student at a Kentucky college or university. Students also must have at least a 2.75 overall college GPA, completed an introductory accounting course and have at least a 3.0 GPA in college accounting classes. The application requires two letters of recommendation from professors, one of whom must be a member of a college accounting department. Students also must write an essay. The number of scholarships awarded varies each year.
Kentucky Society of Certified Public Accountants
Scholarships
1735 Alliant Ave.
Louisville, KY 40299
502-266-5272
cpa2be.org
The Horatio Alger Kentucky Scholarship Program is open to high school seniors who demonstrate financial need, academic achievement and have overcome some type of adversity. The challenge could be anything from parental divorce to a physical or emotional disability. The annual program typically awards scholarships of $5,000 each to eight students. The Horatio Alger Scholarship Program also offers national competitions.
Students should come from families that make less than $50,000 each year. Although the applicant should intend to complete a four-year college degree, the Horatio Alger Foundation website notes that students can begin their studies at a two-year community college. A minimum 2.0 high school GPA is required as well as demonstrated involvement in extracurricular activities.
Horatio Alger Kentucky Scholarship Program
P.O. Box 4030
Iowa City, IA 52243
866-763-9228
horatioalger.org