Feb 13, 2025
February 13, 2025
The Community Foundation of Shelby County
Laura Behr Memorial Scholarship

Description

The Laura Behr Memorial Scholarship is intended to support students with moderate academic performance who are pursuing further education through vocational certificates, Associate’s, or Bachelor’s Degrees. The scholarship prioritizes financial need, community and school service, and strong recommendations. Preference is given to students pursuing degrees in education or agriculture, or those aiming for a vocation in the Catholic priesthood or becoming a Catholic religious Sister or Brother.

Eligibility

  • High school GPA must be no lower than 2.5 and no higher than 3.6 and pursuing a vocational certificate, an Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree.
  • Selection based upon: Financial need, community and school service, and recommendations.
  • Preference given to students pursuing a degree in education or agriculture, or an education leading to the Catholic priesthood or becoming a Catholic religious Sister or Brother.
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Sidney, OH