Clone of 2026 SPJST Scholarship Application

2026 SPJST Scholarship Application - Undergrad

for undergraduate students
Thank you for your interest in applying for an SPJST Scholarship. Applicants must meet the following criteria in order to be considered:

• Applicants must be of upstanding moral character and have an active SPJST insurance certificate in force for at least one year as of February 1, 2026. If the membership is in the form of an annuity, the amount must be at least $10,000.

• Applicants must be enrolling as a full-time student — at least 12 credit hours per semester.

• Applicants must attend an accredited two- or four-year college, university, or technical school. Trade schools will be considered on a case-by-case basis. In every case, scholarship monies shall be made payable to the institution and not directly to the student.

• Military Service: In the event that the SPJST Scholarship recipient opts to enter military service in lieu of college pursuit, the SPJST Scholarship shall be forfeited and funds reassigned to an “SPJST Freedom Fund” to be earmarked in the name of the student and available for reassignment or withdrawal on the basis of need or upon honorable discharge.

• Applicants must hold an active SPJST insurance certificate and/or annuity for the duration of the scholarship.

• Applicant must not have previously received an SPJST Scholarship (excluding State/District Merit Scholarship and State Royalty Scholarship).

Application Deadline: February 1, 2026. Applicants apply online using this form. A receipt of application will be sent upon successful submission.

For any additional scholarship questions, please contact Sandra Dubcak at 254-773-1575, ext. 127 or by email sandrad@spjst.com.
Section 1 - Personal Information
Name*

First NameMiddle NameLast Name
SPJST Certificate Number*
Located on your SPJST life insurance or annuity certificate.
E-mail*
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Phone Number*
Address*

Street Address

Apt/Unit #

CityState

Zip Code
SPJST Lodge Number and Name*
Parents'/Guardians' Name*
Note: The names you provide here will be used for publication if you are selected as a scholarship recipient. Please list your parents’/guardians’ names exactly as you wish them to appear.
Name and City of High School You Graduated From*
Year of your High School Graduation*
Name and City of College/Technical School You are Currently Attending*
Planned Major*
If unknown at time of application, please state "undecided."
Expected College Graduation*
Please state month and year.
Section 2 - Activities, Interests, and Community Service
List and briefly describe your extracurricular involvement and/or achievements in school, church, clubs, and/or volunteer organizations.*
Section 3 - Personal Statement
Share a personal statement that includes why you are attending college or technical school and why your planned major was selected. In no more than 300 words, describe how this scholarship will help you achieve your goals.*

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Section 4 - Reference

Include the name, email, and phone of a reference from your school, employer, or a community organization. The reference must not be related to the applicant and should be someone who can speak to your aptitude, determination, or extracurricular involvement.
Name*

First NameLast Name
Email*
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Phone Number*
Please enter a valid phone number.
Section 5 - Transcript
Upload your latest college transcript signed and/or stamped by a college official.*

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Section 6 - Photograph
Headshot Photograph – Upload a clear, close-up photo of your face. If selected as a scholarship recipient, your photo may be used in publications and online announcements. Please ensure your photo is appropriate and professional.*

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Section 7 - SPJST Involvement

This section is to be completed by applicants who have been active in SPJST during their llifetime.
State youth club or adult lodge activities attended, community service projects, offices held, etc.
Section 8 - Certification and Authorization
By signing below, I certify that all information provided in this application is complete and accurate to the best of my knowledge. I authorize the SPJST Scholarship Committee to contact my school and listed references for verification purposes. If selected as a scholarship recipient, I grant permission for my name and likeness to be used in SPJST publications and promotional materials.

Note: All applications and supporting documents must be received no later than February 1, 2026. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
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2026 SPJST Scholarship Application - Undergrad

Section 1 - Personal Information

Section 2 - Activities, Interests, and Community Service

Section 3 - Personal Statement

Section 4 - Reference

Section 5 - Transcript

Section 6 - Photograph

Section 7 - SPJST Involvement

Section 8 - Certification and Authorization