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About the Scholarship
In 2016, the Rotary Club of Downtown Macon created an endowed scholarship fund at the Community Foundation of Central Georgia to assist eligible first generation students of Bibb County with the cost of attending college, university or accredited technical college in the state of Georgia. Apply today and start your college journey!
Eligibility Criteria
Who Can Apply?
To qualify for the Downtown Macon Rotary Club Scholarship, applicants must meet the following criteria: be a high school senior or current college student with a minimum GPA of 3.0, demonstrate active involvement in community service or leadership roles, and reside in the Macon area. Additionally, applicants should be planning to enroll in a full-time undergraduate program at an accredited institution. We encourage all eligible students who are passionate about making a difference to apply.
THE PURPOSE
The purpose is to support Bibb County’s graduating seniors—whether from public, private, or homeschool programs—by helping them pursue a college education through scholarship assistance.
Eligibility
- Must be a graduating senior at a public or private high school or a homeschooled student in Bibb County.
- Must be a resident of Bibb County.
- Must be accepted to and planning to enroll at a university, college, or accredited technical college in Georgia. Students planning to attend an online or for-profit college are not eligible to apply.
- Must be enrolled as a full time student, or enrolled as a part time student while working part time or full time.
- Must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 to apply.
- Children of members of the Rotary Club of Downtown Macon are not eligible to apply.
Selection Criteria
- Preference will be given to first generation college students. A first generation college student is defined as a student with neither parent having received a four-year college degree.
- Demonstrated financial need.
- Positive record in academics, community service, or service to others.
Step 1
Gather Required Documents
Ensure you have all necessary documents and are ready for submission.
Step 2
Complete Online Application
Fill out the online application form on our website. Make sure all fields are completed accurately before submitting.
Step 3
Submit Before Deadline
Submit your application by the deadline to be considered for the scholarship. Late submissions will not be accepted.
Step 4
Await Notification
After submission, you will receive an email confirmation.
Apply for Our College Scholarship Today!
Don’t miss the chance to further your education with the Downtown Macon Rotary Club’s scholarship. Apply now or contact us for more details on how you can benefit from this opportunity to make a difference in your academic journey.