The Launchpad Scholarship
Empowering College Dreams with Readiness and Support
Mrs. Orris Post-Secondary Education Advising (PSEA) and The Scholarship Plug are thrilled to introduce a unique scholarship opportunity exclusively for Junior Scholars (Class of 2026) residing in Broward County. This one-time scholarship is designed to empower a high school junior as they navigate their journey toward college success.
The award includes a comprehensive College Apps Bundle Plan from Mrs. Orris PSEA and a one (1) Academic-Year membership to The Scholarship Plug. The selected recipient will gain access to essential tools and expert guidance, ensuring thorough preparation for the college application, financial aid, and scholarship process.
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ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
To qualify for The College Jumpstart Scholarship, applicants must meet the following criteria:
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Must be U.S. Citizens or Permanent Residents to be eligible for this scholarship.
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Be a high school junior (Class of 2026).
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Minimum 3.0 unweighted GPA.
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Provide the highest ACT and/or SAT scores demonstrating college and career readiness scores.
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Be a First-Generation Scholar (neither parent holds a bachelor’s degree).
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Reside in a single-parent household or qualify as low-income (e.g., eligible for free/reduced lunch).
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Able to participate in weekly virtual meetings from June 2025 - December 2025.
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Must have attended a Broward County Library's Ready for College Workshops (more information available at BCL Ready for College).
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Submit a minimum 350-word essay on the topic: How attending the "Ready for College" Workshop has influenced your approach to preparing for higher education.
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Exhibit a strong desire to pursue higher education and personal growth.
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Provide a letter of recommendation from their Grade Level School Counselor or BRACE Advisor, highlighting the applicant's character, leadership, academic potential, and financial need.
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All required documents/uploads should be completed before beginning the application.
NEW DEADLINE:
All applicants must submit their application before 11:59 pm on Sunday, May 18, 2025, to be eligible. No exceptions will be made for any reason.
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SELECTION PROCESS:
Recipients will be selected based on the quality of their essay, the strength of their recommendation letter, and their demonstrated commitment to pursuing post-secondary education. The selection committee will review all applications carefully, and the winner will be notified in May/June 2025.
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