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2026–2027 Academic Year

Melvin W. Jones Foundation Scholarship Application

Complete the application, upload your required materials, respond to your selected essay prompt, and certify your submission. This secure digital form helps applicants submit a complete scholarship packet from any device.

Deadline August 1, 2026 at 9:59 pm EST
Eligibility Graduating seniors and current college students
Required uploads Transcript, resume, aid letter, essay
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Scholarship program summary

The Foundation supports students with demonstrated academic achievement and financial need while helping reduce reliance on federal loans.

Eligibility Open to graduating high school seniors and current college students with demonstrated academic achievement and financial need.
Award amount Awards vary by tier. Amounts communicated upon selection.
Purpose Reduces reliance on federal loans by supplementing unmet need per 501(c)(3) rules.
Eligible use of funds Tuition, required fees, books, supplies, and course-required equipment (IRS QEE, Pub. 970). Must not replace Pell Grants or exceed Cost of Attendance.
Disbursement Paid directly to the university. Requires signed acceptance, financial aid letter, and proof of full-time enrollment.
1 Personal information Contact and academic details
2 Background Eligibility and foundation history
3 Resume Upload your most recent resume
4 Attachments Required documentation
5 Essay Choose one of four prompts
6 Certification Consent and signature
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Before you begin

Submit this form only once your responses are accurate and all required materials are ready to upload.

Complete every required field Fields marked “Required” must be completed before the application can be submitted.
Prepare your documents You will need your academic transcript, resume, financial aid award letter, recommendation, and essay document.
Use the requested file names Recommended: LastName_FirstName_Resume.pdf and LastName_FirstName_Essay.pdf.
Need help before submitting? Review the application FAQs below for eligibility, uploads, essay requirements, recommendations, and submission guidance.
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Section 1: Personal information

Provide your contact, academic, and intended enrollment information.

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Section 2: Background information

Provide the background information requested in the scholarship packet.

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Section 3: Resume

Attach your most recent resume instead of listing activities separately.

Resume guidance: Your resume should highlight academic achievements, extracurricular involvement, work or volunteer experience, honors and awards, skills, certifications, and other relevant accomplishments.
  • Academic achievements and GPA
  • Extracurricular activities, clubs, or organizations
  • Work experience and/or internships
  • Volunteer and community service
  • Honors, awards, and recognitions
  • Skills and certifications, if applicable

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Upload resume Required

Word or PDF format preferred. Recommended filename: LastName_FirstName_Resume.pdf

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Section 4: Required attachments

Confirm each required item and upload the files with this application.

Upload guidance: Required materials include academic transcript, resume, letter of recommendation, financial aid award letter, and essay. Essay must also be pasted into Section 5.
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Upload academic transcript Required

Upload a clear PDF, Word document, image, or phone photo.

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Upload letter of recommendation, if available

This may also be sent separately by the letter writer to mjfscholarships2026@gmail.com.

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Upload financial aid award letter Required

Upload the award letter or supporting financial aid document.

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Section 5: Essay prompts (choose one)

Select the prompt your essay responds to and write your response in the space provided.

Essay requirements: 250–350 words. Paste your essay response below and also attach it as a separate Word or PDF document. Recommended filename: LastName_FirstName_Essay.pdf.
Enter the word count for your pasted essay response.
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Upload essay document Required

Word or PDF format only. Recommended filename: LastName_FirstName_Essay.pdf

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Section 6: Certification and consent

Certify that your application is accurate and consent to scholarship-related follow-up.

Certification: I certify that all information provided in this application is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge. I consent to being contacted by the Melvin W. Jones Foundation for application updates, follow-up questions, and notifications related to this scholarship.
Ready to submit? Confirm all required fields and uploads before submitting. You will be redirected to the application confirmation page after a successful submission.

Scholarship application FAQs

Review these answers before submitting your application. They are designed to help applicants avoid incomplete submissions and upload the correct materials.

What is the application deadline?
The application deadline for the 2026–2027 academic year is August 1, 2026 at 9:59 pm EST. Applications should be submitted by the deadline with all required materials included.
Who is eligible to apply?
The scholarship is open to graduating high school seniors and current college students with demonstrated academic achievement and financial need.
How do I choose my essay prompt?
Section 5 lists four essay prompts. Select the one that best fits your experience and respond only to that prompt.
Can I respond to more than one prompt?
No. To keep the review process consistent, applicants should choose one prompt and respond only to that prompt.
What documents are required?
Required application materials are:
  • Academic transcript
  • Most recent resume
  • Letter of recommendation, or confirmation that it will be sent separately
  • Copy of financial aid award letter
  • Essay response to your selected prompt, pasted into the form and uploaded as a separate Word or PDF document
What are the essay requirements?
Choose one of the four essay prompts, paste your response into the form, and upload the essay as a separate Word or PDF document. The essay should be 250–350 words.
Can I upload documents from my phone?
Yes. The upload fields are mobile-friendly. Depending on your phone and browser, you may upload an existing file, select a file from cloud storage, or take a photo of a document. Make sure any photo is clear, well-lit, and readable.
Who can I contact with questions?
Questions may be sent to mjfscholarships2026@gmail.com.
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