Rising Stars Scholarship

At Jeffrey Coller, Knoxville Criminal Defense Attorney, we understand the difficulties that many students face as they pursue a college education. As young people leave their parents’ homes, adjust to new situations, become involved in activities on college campuses, earn income through part-time employment, and attend classes, they may struggle to keep their grades up.
The efforts of those who have encountered and overcome these types of challenges should be recognized. Through our Rising Stars Scholarship, we seek to do just that.

Our scholarship program provides financial assistance to students who have been able to significantly improve their grade point averages since beginning their college education. Each semester, we award a $1,000 scholarship to a student who can demonstrate that their GPA has increased by at least one point from semester to semester or year to year. By supporting students who have overcome academic and personal struggles, we aim to help them ensure that they can achieve their educational goals.

Eligibility for the Rising Stars Scholarship
Students can apply for our scholarship if they:
Have been attending an undergraduate program for at least one year
Have improved their GPA by at least one point at any time while attending college
Are a citizen or lawful permanent resident of the United States
Are at least 17 years old
Your application must also include a copy of your academic transcript demonstrating that your GPA has increased.
You must submit an essay of less than 1,000 words on the following topic:
What steps did you take to increase your grade point average? Describe the challenges you faced and the efforts you made to improve your academic performance. What lessons did you learn during this time, and how do you expect to use the skills you have gained in your future career?
Deadline: September 11, 2024
Application and more information at: https://www.knoxvillecriminaldefenselaw.com/scholarship