SCHOLARSHIPS The Higher Way Church Scholarship Application Application Deadline: May 10, 2026This application should be completed for consideration for the following Jones Memorial The Higher Way Church Scholarships: Willie Clay Robinson Scholarship Harold & Gail Gilliard Scholarship Josie Mae Gilliard Scholarship Jane Ida Ford Scholarship Please review the scholarship descriptions and eligibility requirements at https://thehigherwaychurch.org/ministries/scholarships/. For additional information, contact the Scholarship Committee via email at scholarship@thehigherwaychurch.org The Higher Way Church Scholarship ApplicationThe Higher Way Church Scholarship Application Application Deadline: May 10, 2026Full NameAre you a member of The Higher Way Church? *Yes, I am a member of The Higher Way ChurchNo, I am NOT a member of The Higher Way ChurchPlease select the scholarship for which you are applying: *Willie Clay Robinson ScholarshipHarold & Gail Gilliard ScholarshipJosie Mae Gilliard ScholarshipJane Ida Ford ScholarshipStreet AddressCityState/ProvinceZIP / Postal CodePreferred Contact NumberPreferred Student EmailPreferred Parent Contact NumberDate of BirthGenderFemaleMaleHigh School Attended / GED Program / Trade School / College Currently AttendingSchool DistrictSchool AddressSchool PhoneName of CounselorCounselors Phone No.Name of Parent/Legal Guardian/FatherOccupationName of Parent/Legal Guardian/MotherOccupationName of Siblings & Age(s)Scholastic and College InformationOverall GPA / GED ScoreGPA ScaleClass Rank # / Out of:College Exam Entrance ScoreSATACTTo what College, University, Junior College, Vocational, Business or Technical School have you applied to and/or have been accepted?What is your intended field of study?Major:Minor:Section II – Activities, Service, and Awards The following are examples to include in this section: Church Activities - Youth Choir, Youth Usher, participation of Church camp, etc. Community and Volunteer Services - school, church, and/or other volunteer organizations Extra-Curricular Activities and Awards - school activities like sports or debate team, and any awards like National Honor Society Church Youth Programs and Volunteer ServicesPositions HeldHow have you served in this area?(non Jones Memorial)Positions HeldYouth Programs and Volunteer ServicesExtra-Curricular Activites and AwardsPositions HeldWhy did you choose these activities?Please attach an extra sheet if you need more space for Activities, Service and Awards InformationSection III – Scholarship Essay RequirementsWillie Clay Robinson Scholarship Essay Question:Essay Title: "God's Purpose for My Life"Essay Prompt: In a 250–500 word essay, respond to the following questions: How has your faith and identity in Christ prepared you for college? What challenges and concerns in your community are you most passionate about improving? Harold Gilliard/Josie Gilliard/Ida Ford Scholarship Essay:Essay prompt: In 300 words or less, describe how you will use this scholarship to pursue your educational goals. Submission Guidelines Essays must be typed and submitted with the completed scholarship application. Please include your full name on each essay page if submitting as an attachment. Essays should reflect the applicant’s original work. Add your essay below: (you may type your essay in the text box below or upload an approved document type) i.e. .doc or .pdfUpload your headshot hereChoose FileNo file chosenDelete uploaded fileaccepted file types: .jpg .png . gifUpload 1 of 2 letters of recommendationChoose FileNo file chosenDelete uploaded fileUpload 2 of 2 letters of recommendationChoose FileNo file chosenDelete uploaded fileUpload your Official High School Transcript or GED CertificationChoose FileNo file chosenDelete uploaded fileUpload your Essay – Typed 250-500 words titled “God’s Purpose for My Life”Choose FileNo file chosenDelete uploaded fileUpload your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) EFC reportChoose FileNo file chosenDelete uploaded fileI certify that all of the documents in this application are accurate and truthful. Scholarship recipients will be selected based on a completed application with attachments being submitted on or prior to the deadline.Applicants Full Name *Applicants Initials *Today's Date *Submit Application
