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Stephen Phillips Memorial Scholarship

Offered by The Stephen Phillips Memorial Scholarship Fund

Reviewed by Lisa FreedlandLast updated Jan 5, 2023
Multiple awards worth

Varies

Grade level

High School Seniors & College Students

Expected deadline:

This scholarship might not currently be accepting applications. Most scholarship programs only accept applications a few months ahead of their annual deadline. We’ve estimated this deadline based on last year’s deadline in order to help you plan out your scholarship applications.

May 2024

Scholarship Overview

Are you pursuing a bachelor’s degree and are from New England? If so, you might be interested in applying for the Stephen Phillips Memorial Scholarship! The scholarship is open to permanent residents of New England who are entering or returning to an accredited undergraduate institution and demonstrate financial need. The Stephen Phillips Memorial Scholarship Fund is proud to offer this scholarship to help students attend college without accumulating debt. The scholarship is in honor of Stephen Philips, a Massachusetts family man who was involved in the merchant sailing era of Salem following the American Revolution. Every year, the scholarship awards up to $17,000 to help multiple New England residents cover their tuition costs. If you are a New England resident looking for a scholarship opportunity, we encourage you to apply!

Eligibility information

The scholarship is open to permanent residents of New England states (see eligible states below) who are entering or returning students at an accredited undergraduate institution in the United States and demonstrate financial need. Applicants must be pursuing a bachelor's degree and meet the below eligibility requirements.

Grade Level

High School Seniors & College Students

Citizenship

US Citizens, Permanent Residents

Minimum GPA

3.0

Academic Interest

Literature/English/Writing

State

Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont

Application information

To apply for this scholarship, students must submit an online application, their Student Aid Report (SAR), a financial aid award letter from their college, student/parent earnings information, and the below application materials.

Essay

Academic transcript

Letter of Recommendation

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Scholarship FAQ

Who should I contact with any questions about this scholarship?

For any questions regarding this scholarship application, please contact The Stephen Phillips Memorial Scholarship Fund at [email protected].

Is this scholarship renewable?

Yes, the Stephen Phillips Memorial Scholarship is renewable.

Is this scholarship open to international or DACA students?

No, this scholarship is only open to U.S. Citizens and Permanent Residents.

Where can I find help writing my scholarship essay?

For help writing the essay component of this scholarship application, check out our guides How to Write a Winning Scholarship Essay and How to Start a Scholarship Essay (With Examples).
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