College Scholarships

Post-Secondary Scholarships Applications

DEADLINE: MARCH 29, 2024 at 4:00 PM

Each year several post-secondary scholarships are awarded to club members who submit an application and meet certain requirements. These scholarships are presented by donors to the FSBGC Scholarship Fund. Applications are typically accepted from January through March each year.

All applications are considered confidential. Once submitted, all applications become the property of the Fort Smith Boys & Girls Club.

  • USE THE INTERACTIVE PDF APPLICATION FORM AVAILABLE HERE. MAJOR PORTIONS OF THIS FORM CAN BE FILLED OUT BEFORE PRINTING. BE SURE TO SAVE YOUR FILLED-IN FORM BEFORE PRINTING.

    The application includes a "Frequently Asked Questions" coversheet and a list of current donors to the scholarship fund. These are for your information only, and do not need to be included in the application submission.

    APPLICATIONS THAT DO NOT MEET ALL REQUIREMENTS MAY BE REJECTED WITHOUT NOTIFICATION.

    ALL PAGES MUST BE COMPLETED & RETURNED

    TO FSBGC ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICES, EVANS CLUB, 6015 BOYS CLUB LANE, FORT SMITH 72908

  • Requirements for applicants

    APPLICANTS GRADUATING FROM HIGH SCHOOL:

    Must have been a member or volunteer of the FSBGC for a minimum of two years

    Applicants who are 18 years old or younger must have a current FSBGC membership card

    Must rank in top 60% of graduating class

    Must have a minimum 2.5 GPA and minimum 12 credit hour each semester

    APPLICANTS CONTINUING AT COLLEGE:

    (implies previous recipient)

    Must have retained a minimum 2.5 GPA

    Must carry at least 12 Credit Hours each semester

  • It is important that all applicants understand these guidelines:

    Scholarships are given based on:

    Financial need

    Club participation/volunteerism

    Academic achievement

    Submitting an application does not guarantee you’ll receive a scholarship

    You must include all requested materials, or your application will not be processed.

    First-time applicants (only) will be interviewed by the scholarship committee.

    Payment of scholarship is made during each semester to the school (not to individual).

  • THE APPLICATIONS HAS EIGHT REQUIRED SECTIONS:

    Applicant Information

    Club Participation & Community Service Information

    Family Information of FAFSA Confirmation

    Financial Disclosure

    Personal Statement

    Letter of Recommendation

    Unofficial Transcript

    Color Photograph

  • Submitting your application

    Deadline : March 29, 2024 at 4:00 P

    You must include a recent color photo.

    3½x5 inches or 4x6 inches.

    All forms must be filled out completely.

    Any item which does not apply to you must have the words "NOT APPLICABLE".

    Missing or fraudulent information can be grounds for dismissal or rejection of the application.

    Fort Smith Boys & Girls Club
    ATTN: Beth Presley, CEO
    6015 Boys Club Lane
    Fort Smith, AR 72908

DOWNLOAD A COPY OF SCHOLARSHIP FORM

Forms must be sent or brought to the Evans Boys & Girls Club:

Scholarship Application
Fort Smith Boys & Girls Club
ATTN: Beth Presley, CEO
6015 Boys Club Lane
Fort Smith, AR 72908

Previous Recipients Application