BOK Scholarship Application

BOK Financial Scholarship Application

Deadline 4/1/2025
The BOK Financial & Big Brothers Big Sisters Colorado Scholarship is awarded to a graduating senior who has been matched for at least one year in any BBBSC Program. Awards are given annually to seniors who have demonstrated a commitment to developing a strong mentoring relationship, collaborating to overcome challenges, and are working to pursue an achievable post- secondary plan after high school. The amount of the one-time award is $1,200.

Scholarship Criteria:

1. Demonstrate a commitment to developing a strong mentoring relationship, collaborating to overcome challenges, and working together to create a post-secondary plan.

2. Demonstrate increased knowledge of non-cognitive skills (social capital, resilience, perseverance, growth mindset, etc.), and college knowledge (college applications, financial aid, resumes, etc.).

3. On track to graduate High School by the end of the current school year.

4. Participate in a mentor program with BBBSC program for at least one year.

5. Demonstrate consistent attendance at mentor sessions and events, as applicable based on program structure.
Applicant Information
Name

First NameLast Name
Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Date of Birth

MonthDayYear
Date
Which BBBSC Program(s) have your participate in (select all that apply)?

Community Based MentoringSports BuddiesSTARS/AIMOther
High School Currently Attending:
Are you on-track to graduate in the Spring of 2024?

YesNo
Expected Graduation Date

MonthDayYear
Date
Detail your extra-curricular activities:
List past and/or current employment (if applicable):
Current GPA
Post-Secondary Plans
College, University, or Trade program you plan to attend:
You may list multiple options if you are undecided.
Anticipated Major, Minor, or Career Path:
Cost of Tuition for 1 year:
Written Responses

300-400 per question
Describe your academic plans after high school, including your career aspirations:
Describe what excites and motivates you about your post-secondary plans and possible future career?
How has being a part of Big Brothers Big Sisters (STARS/AIM) impacted your high school experience and post-secondary planning?
Provide examples of your volunteer work and/or community involvement?
Upload a letter of recommendation from your mentor, school teacher/admin, or community supporter.

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1. Awardees are selected by BBBSC Staff, with external and confidential application review by select BOK Financial employees. Awardee names are published.

2. Scholarship funds are to be used to cover the following:

· Tuition and fees required to enroll or attend an eligible college, technical school, or post-secondary training.

· Course related expenses, such as fees, books, supplies and equipment that are required of all students in your courses of instruction.

3. The scholarship is funded by the BOK Financial Big Brothers Big Sisters program Endowment interest. Payment will be made by Big Brothers Big Sisters of Colorado directly to an awardee’s eligible college or institution.

4. The scholarship award is contingent upon acceptance to the program or school to which you have applied. Funds will not be paid until an official notification of acceptance and registration has been verified.

5. Scholarships that go unused or unclaimed for one academic school year without an update or explanation from the recipient will be automatically reclaimed by Big Brothers Big Sisters of Colorado.
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BOK Financial Scholarship Application

Applicant Information

Post-Secondary Plans

Written Responses