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Emma E. Buckley Scholarship in USA

Posted July 20, 2026

About this opportunity

Opportunity Overview

The Emma E. Buckley Scholarship is a renewable financial aid program that supports graduating high school seniors from Woodford County High School and Fayette County Public Schools in Kentucky. The Blue Grass Community Foundation administers the scholarship, which is designed to help students with significant financial need pursue undergraduate education. Established in honor of Emma E. Buckley, a respected Kentucky philanthropist, this scholarship offers renewable funding for up to four years. The scholarship is available for students enrolling in undergraduate degree programs at accredited colleges or universities. The Emma E. Buckley Scholarship provides financial assistance for tuition and educational expenses, with a preference for first-generation college students. The scholarship aims to support students in achieving their academic and career goals. The scholarship amount is up to $10,000, and the number of awards varies. The scholarship is open to domestic students in the United States, and applicants must be graduating seniors attending Woodford County High School or a Fayette County Public School. The application deadline is March 6, 2027.

Benefits

Scholarship award of up to $10,000
Renewable funding for up to four years of undergraduate study
Financial assistance for tuition and educational expenses
Support for students with significant financial need
Preference for first-generation college students
Opportunity to reduce the financial burden of higher education

Eligibility

Be a graduating senior attending Woodford County High School or a Fayette County Public School
Demonstrate significant financial need
Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5
Plan to enroll in an accredited college or university
Preference is given to first-generation college students
Meet the scholarship renewal requirements to continue receiving funding

Required Documents

Completed scholarship application
Academic transcripts
Proof of financial need
Proof of college admission or enrollment
Any additional documents requested by the scholarship committee

How to Apply

Complete the scholarship application through the Blue Grass Community Foundation Scholarship Portal.
Prepare all required supporting documents.
Submit the completed application by March 6, 2027. Click the Apply button below to submit your application.

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