DEADLINE MARCH 31st. 2026
THERE WILL NOT BE ANY EXTENTIONS
PLEASE CONTACT A MEMBER OF THE SCHOLARSHIP COMMITTEE
IF YOU HAVE ANY ISSUES
2026 scholarship application
The 2026 Scholarship Application is now available. High school seniors and current college sophomores, juniors, and seniors are encouraged to apply.
We remain committed to investing in the educational journeys of our students and supporting the next generation as they take their next faithful steps toward the future.
📅 All applications must be submitted by March 31, 2026.
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SCHOLARSHIP AWARD FOR HIGH SCHOOL AND COLLEGE STUDENTS
OBJECTIVE: The Scholarship Committee of the First Baptist Church of Crown Heights was established to assist high school graduates with their college tuition. Applicants must:
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Be a high school senior graduating in June or August of the current year
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Have applied or been accepted as a full-time student (minimum 12 credits) in an accredited college, university, vocational school, technical school or school of nursing.
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Reside in tri-state area (NY, CT, or NJ)
SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION DEADLINE IS MARCH 31, 2026 by 11:59PM.
AWARD: The Scholarship Committee of the First Baptist Church of Crown Heights will grant these awards to successful applicants in two installments, FALL & SPRING. Upon receipt of requested information, checks will be mailed to the address on the application.
SELECTION PROCESS: A Panel of scholarship members, church members and community representatives will conduct the selection process.
The criteria for selecting the successful students will be based on:
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Academic achievements
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Autobiography
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Letters of recommendation (MUST BE SIGNED BY AUTHOR)
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Interview by the scholarship panel, mandatory on SATURDAY, APRIL 25, 2026.
Recipients granted an award must attend Graduation Ceremony on SUNDAY, JUNE 14, 2026, or the award will be forfeited.