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CLARK Scholars Scholarship in USA

Posted July 20, 2026

About this opportunity

Opportunity Overview

The CLARK Scholars Scholarship is a renewable undergraduate scholarship that supports graduating high school seniors in Kentucky. It is administered by the Blue Grass Community Foundation and sponsored by CLARK Material Handling Company. The scholarship helps students pursue a four-year college education while reducing financial barriers. Preference is given to first-generation college students. The scholarship is available for students enrolling in undergraduate degree programs at accredited four-year colleges or universities. It provides financial assistance for tuition and educational expenses, recognizing academic achievement and community involvement. The scholarship amount is up to $4,000, with $1,000 awarded per year for four consecutive years. The number of awards varies, and the application deadline is March 6.

Benefits

Scholarship funding of $1,000 per year
Total funding of up to $4,000 over four consecutive years
Renewable scholarship for eligible recipients
Financial assistance for tuition and educational expenses
Support for students with financial need
Recognition of academic achievement and community involvement

Eligibility

Be a graduating high school senior attending a public high school in Fayette County or Central High School in Louisville
Or be an immediate family member of a CLARK employee residing in Kentucky
Be a resident of Kentucky
Plan to attend an accredited four-year college or university
Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5
Demonstrate financial need
Show active community involvement
Preference is given to first-generation college students

Required Documents

Completed scholarship application
Academic transcripts
Proof of Kentucky residency
Evidence of financial need
Community service or extracurricular activity records
Proof of college admission or enrollment
Additional supporting documents requested by the scholarship committee

How to Apply

Confirm that you meet all eligibility requirements.
Complete the scholarship application through the Blue Grass Community Foundation Scholarship Portal or your school's application process.
Prepare and upload all required supporting documents.
Click the Apply button below to submit your application.

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