Amount: Approximately 12 awards of $900.
Renewable: Yes, up to 5 years
Preference: This application is open to all high school seniors and current college students. Preference is given to young people who have participated in High Rocks activities. Two of the awarded scholarships will give preference to students entering a trade or vocational school. Graduate students may apply, but preference will be given to undergraduates.
Priority application deadline: April 15. Notice of awards: no later than May 30. Checks issues following proof of enrollment.
What can I use the scholarship money for?
You can use your $900 for anything you need to help you succeed. It may be used for tuition, a new computer, books, a car if you need one for school, for child care, etc. We ask Pathfinders to use their money wisely and prudently under our honor code system.
Once I have my scholarship, how do I renew it?
In order to renew your scholarship, you need to complete these THREE REQUIREMENTS:
1. Volunteer a minimum 8 hours a year at the High Rocks or help with a High Rocks event or trip. You can volunteer a day or two of camp, be a tutor, help with an event, or help host a college trip. Virtual volunteer opportunities are also available.
2. Maintain a 2.0 GPA. Submit proof of enrollment and your GPA from the current year every year. If your GPA is above 2.0, we will send your scholarship check as soon as we have received your grades and proof of enrollment. (PLEASE note that most schools will not issue proof of enrollment until 3-4 weeks into the semester, therefore you will not receive a check from High Rocks until after this time; please financially plan accordingly!) If your GPA has fallen below the 2.0 cut-off, you may submit a petition for exceptional circumstances to the director of High Rocks.
3. Write a thank-you letter to Naomi and Harvey Cohen, sponsors of the Pathfinder scholarship, updating them on your progress in school and how the scholarship has helped you in your academic pursuits.
I’ve been out of school for a while. Can I still be a Pathfinder?
Of course! High Rocks knows that life isn’t always a straight path; in fact, it almost never is. If you’ve been out of school – congratulations on getting motivated to continue your education. We want to do everything we can to support you.
What is a merit scholarship?
A merit scholarship is one that is based on your accomplishments, not on your financial need. This merit scholarship is designed to recognize excellence and commitment among the High Rocks participants, while strengthening the connections between recent alums and younger girls.
How do I submit my proof of enrollment?
You may submit a copy of your course schedule or other proof of enrollment to missy@highrocks.org. A screen shot or a photo is fine.