Winners of the "Gutsy Graduate Student" Essay Scholarship

Ashley Cline

"Gutsy Graduate Student" Essay Scholarship Winner (June 2026)

"I’m so grateful to be selected for the Gutsy Graduate Scholarship. My goal is to keep going until I earn my doctorate, and this scholarship helps make that possible. Right now, my mom is in hospice care, so taking some of the financial pressure off my education means I can spend more time with her without putting more strain on my family's finances. Thank you for believing in me and being part of my journey."

Justin Lachnit

"Gutsy Graduate Student" Essay Scholarship Winner (January 2026)

"Scholarships360's 'Gutsy Graduate Student' award will cover all of my 2L textbook expenses, which I cannot express enough gratitude for! It is nothing short of an honor and privilege to have been selected out of so many candidates, especially in a pool of worthy graduate students.Thank you for investing in me while I work to pursue my J.D."

Caitie Evans

"Gutsy Graduate Student" Essay Scholarship Winner (January 2025)

"Thank you so much for choosing my essay as the winner of the "Gutsy Graduate" scholarship! I am incredibly grateful for your support. This scholarship comes at a time when my family and I need it most. Receiving this scholarship will help me towards my dream of earning a master's degree in Medical Dosimetry."

Kiele Kasiano

"Gutsy Graduate Student" Essay Scholarship Winner (January 2023)

“I’m honored to have won the “Gutsy Graduate Student” Essay Scholarship. It has helped me achieve my goal of earning my Masters in Organizational Leadership.”