Franchell Boswell Educational Foundation 2026 Scholarship Application

Franchell Boswell Educational Foundation

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2026 College Scholarship Application
Boswell Academic Scholarship — Eligibility & Overview
The Boswell Academic Scholarship is awarded to a graduating high school senior in the Class of 2026 who will enroll for the first time in a four-year, accredited U.S. college or university.

Selection Criteria
Applicants are evaluated in three primary areas:
- Academic achievement
- Leadership
- Community service
Use of Scholarship Funds
Scholarship funds are sent directly to the recipient's college or university once proof of enrollment has been received. Funds may be applied toward:
- Tuition
- Books
- Supplies
- Required fees
Recipients must be remain enrolled as full-time students to retain eligibility.

Applicants must be U.S. citizens or legal permanent residents and must meet the minimum GPA requirement.

Application Deadline: All materials must be submitted no later than 11:59 PM EST on April 13, 2026.

Application Guidelines
Scholarship Guidelines

Eligibility
Applicants must:
- Be a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident.
- Have a cumulative GPA of at least 2.5 on a 4.0 scale or 3.0 on a 5.0 scale, verified by an official transcript.
- Demonstrate leadership through participation in community service, extracurricular activities, or other meaningful experiences.
Essay Requirement

Applicants must submit an original essay titled:

“Why I Believe that Community Service is Important.”
The essay must:
- Be typewritten
- Contain 250-500 words
- Be original work
Transcript

An official high school transcript must be emailed directly by the school to: fbefscholarship@gmail.com

Please make sure
- The student’s name appears in the subject line.
- Transcripts are received not later than April 13, 2026.
Letters of Recommendation

Applicants must submit two (2) letters of recommendation.
- At least one letter must be from a school counselor, teacher, or community leader.
- Each letter must include the recommender’s
- Name
- Title
- Address
- Email
- Primary phone number
Letters may be submitted by the recommender separately or uploaded by the applicant.

Photo Requirement
A graduation or professional photo is required.
Selfies will not be accepted.

Signatures & Contact Information
The application must be electronically signed by:
- The student
- A parent or guardian
Both the student and parent/guardian must also provide:
- Email address
- Phone number
Notification & Additional Requirements for Awardees
Students selected to receive the scholarship will be notified by email and must provide:
- Name of college attending
- Student ID
- College class schedule
- Scholarship office contact information (where funds should be sent)
- Full Social Security Number (required only recipents, for verification and processing)
Deadlines

All deadlines are firm.
No exceptions will be made.

Privacy Notice
If selected as a scholarship recipient, your Social Security Number will be collected only for verification and scholarship processing purposes. It will be stored securely, kept confidential, and not shared for any other purpose.

Are you a US citizen or legal permanent resident?*

YesNo

Numeric GPA*
Enter your current cumulative GPA. Enter numbers only. Example: 3.2. Students must have at least 2.5 on a 4.0 scale OR 3.0 on a 5.0 scale to be eligible
Select GPA scale used by your school*

Student Information
Name:*

First NameLast Name
Address:*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Email*
example@example.com
Phone - mobile number preferred*

Area CodePhone Number
Date of birth: *

MonthDayYear
Date
High school*
Expected graduation date*

MonthDayYear
Date

Parent/Guardian Information
Parent/guardian name:*

First NameLast Name
Relationship to student*
If "other" please explain.*
Is the parent/guardian address the same as the student?*

YesNo
Parent/guardian address *

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Parent/guardian phone - mobile number preferred*

Area CodePhone Number
Parent/guardian email*
example@example.com

Application
File Upload Instructions
Please read before uploading any files:

Upload only the documents requested in each section.
If a question provides space to type, you usually do not need to upload an additional file.
Attachments should be clear, legible, and limited to one page unless otherwise noted.
File names should include your first and last name (example: Smith_Alex_Essay.pdf).

Accepted file types (unless otherwise specified):

Essays / Written Documents: PDF, DOC, DOCX
Letters of Recommendation: PDF (preferred), DOC, DOCX
Photos: JPG, JPEG, PNG (max 3,000 KB)

File size limits may vary by section. If a file is too large, please reduce the size and try again.

If you have difficulty uploading, email us at fbefscholarship@gmail.com for guidance — please do not submit duplicate applications.
Future Plans (optional)
Anticipated major (if known)
If you are undecided you may write that.
College(s) you are considering or have applied to (optional):
List up to 3 schools if known.
What career or field are you most interested in and why? (Optional)
2 - 3 sentences only
About Your Education
Describe the subjects in which you excel. What has helped you succeed?*
Use the space provided. You may attach one additional page below only if needed.
Optional upload - only if needed.

Browse Files
Upload only if you need extra space for your response.PDF preferred. Maximum 1 page. Max file size: 300 KB. Cancelof
Honor and Activities
List honors, extracurricular activities, recognitions and hobbies. *
Use the space provided. Please list briefly — bullet points are fine. Include the name of the activity and your role (if any). You may upload one additional page below only if needed.
Optional upload - only if needed.

Browse Files
Upload only if you run out of space above.PDF preferred. Maximum 1 page. Max file size: 500 KB. Cancelof

Community Service and Leadership

(Last 4 Years)
For each activity, include:

Name of organization
Type of organization (school, church, nonprofit, etc)
Dates served
Estimated total hours
Your role and responsibilities
(1) Name of Organization *
Type of Organization *
From   *   To   *
Estimate total hours:   *
Describe your role and responsibilities. Include leadership roles, offices held, or special projects. Keep your response brief.*
Use the space provided. You may attach one additional page below if needed.
Optional upload - only if needed.

Browse Files
Upload only if you need extra space.PDF preferred. Maximum 1 page. Max file size: 600 KB. Cancelof
(2) Name of Organization *
Type of Organization *
From   *   To   *
Estimate total hours:   *
Describe your role and responsibilities. Include leadership roles, offices held, or special projects. Keep your response brief.*
Please provide your response in the space below or attach a one-page document if necessary. If you are attaching a response, include "Response Attached" in this field. Be sure to include your name and the corresponding question on the page.
Optional upload - only if needed.

Browse Files
Upload only if you need extra space.PDF preferred. Maximum 1 page. Max file size: 600 KB. Cancelof
Additional Community Service/Leadership (Optional)

Upload only if you have more activities to list. Limit: one page per organization.
Optional upload - only if needed

Browse Files
Include your name and the activity title at the top of each page.PDF preferred. Maximum 1 page per organization. Max file size: 600 KB. Cancelof

Application Documents

Please submit the documents listed below. Some may be uploaded here, while others may also be sent directly by your school or recommenders.
Required Documents (Must be Submitted)
These documents must be submitted for your application to be considered complete.
500 Word Essay:

"Why I Believe that Community Service is Important"
Upload your essay. 250 - 500 typed words. Must be your original work*

Browse Files
Formats: PDF, DOC, DOCX. Max file size: 500 KB. Must be your original work. Cancelof
Graduation/Professional Photo

Upload a graduation photo or a professional headshot. Selfies, filters, and casual snapshots will not be accepted.
Upload photo*

Browse Files
Accepted file types: JPG, JPEG, PNG. Maximum file size: 3,000 KB (3 MB). Please upload a clear, high-quality photo. Cancelof
Optional Uploads/ May be Sent Separately
These may be uploaded here OR sent another way.
Letters of Recommendation (Required)

Two letters of recommendation are required. At least one must be a counselor, teacher, or community leader. Provide contact information for two (2) recommenders below. Each recommendation should include: Recommender's name, title, email, relationship to student. Upload a copy here if you already have it. Recommenders may also email their letter directly to fbefscholarship@gmail.com by the deadline (include the student’s name in the subject line). Formats: PDF, DOC, DOCX; Max size: 1,500 KB
First Name* Last Name*
Email*
Relationship: *
Upload recommendation letter (if available)

Browse Files
PDF (preferred), DOC/DOX only. Max file size 1,500 KB Cancelof
First Name* Last Name*
Email*
Relationship: *
Upload recommendation letter (if available)

Browse Files
PDF (preferred), DOC/DOX only. Max file size 1,500 KB Cancelof
Acknowledgment (Required)*

I understand that my application will not be considered complete until BOTH recommendation letters are received by the deadline.
Unofficial High School Transcript (Required — Official Copy Sent by School)

Upload an unofficial or student copy here if available. This helps the committee begin reviewing your application. Your school must also email an official transcript directly to: fbefscholarship@gmail.com no later than April 14, 2026.(Please ask your school to include the student’s name in the subject line.) Accepted uploads here: PDF only, max size 1,000 KB (Upload is optional — the official school email is required.)
Upload a copy of high school transcript if available

Browse Files
Your school must also email an official transcript to fbefscholarship@gmail.com by April 14, 2026 (include student name in subject line). Cancelof

Signatures
By signing below, I/we certify that all information provided in this application is true, accurate, and complete to the best of our knowledge. I/we understand that providing false or misleading information may result in disqualification from consideration.
Parent/guardian signature:*

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Applicant signature:*

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Thank you for your interest in the Boswell Academic Scholarship.

Based on the information you entered, you do not meet the eligibility requirements for this scholarship at this time.

This decision does not reflect your potential or your future success. We encourage you to continue applying for other scholarships and opportunities.

If you believe you reached this page in error, please email us at fbefscholarship@gmail.com
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Franchell Boswell Educational Foundation

2026 College Scholarship Application

Application Guidelines

Student Information

Parent/Guardian Information

Application

Future Plans (optional)

About Your Education

Honor and Activities

Community Service and Leadership

Additional Community Service/Leadership (Optional)

Application Documents

Required Documents (Must be Submitted)

500 Word Essay:

Graduation/Professional Photo

Optional Uploads/ May be Sent Separately

Letters of Recommendation (Required)

Unofficial High School Transcript (Required — Official Copy Sent by School)

Signatures