The Fresia Legacy Scholarship is a one-time $1,500 award to be used towards tuition, books, and other educational expenses.    The application portal opens on Saturday, March 1, 2025 and closes Wednesday, April 30, 2025.  

Eligibility

To be eligible for the Fresia Legacy Scholarship, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Be a graduating high school senior in the current academic year;
• Intend to pursue a degree in an accredited college or university;
• Come from a historically marginalized background, which may include, but is not limited to, individuals from racial or ethnic minorities, LGBTQ+ communities, individuals with disabilities, or those facing socio-economic challenges; and
• Demonstrate outstanding academic achievement, leadership potential, and a commitment to making a positive impact in their community.

Application Details

Applications will be reviewed by a selection committee from the Fresia Foundation.  Applicants will be selected based on their academic achievements, leadership potential, demonstrated commitment to their community, and the strength of their application materials which include:

• Official high school transcript;
• Copy of University/College Acceptance Letter;
• Two letters of recommendation from teachers, counselors, or community leaders who can attest to the applicant’s character, academic potential, and leadership qualities;
• Personal statement (500-800 words) addressing your academic and career goals and any challenges or obstacles you have overcome in pursuing your education;
• A demonstration of financial need as described below.

Financial Need
The cost of college is a financial burden to most families. Accordingly, we ask that applicants demonstrate financial need by submitting:

• A copy of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) Student Aid Report (SAR), or a recent Financial Aid Award Letter from your institution; and/or 
• A short statement (250 – 300 words) describing any circumstances that may affect you or your family’s ability to pay for college. Examples include loss of employment, death of a parent, medical expenses, or having other siblings in college. This information is important during the application evaluation process, and we ask that applicants be as specific as possible.