2024 SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS

 Eligibility Requirements for the Mary King Memorial Scholarship 

• A female student enrolled at Delaware State University or Wilmington University 

• Must be a citizen or permanent resident of the United States 

• Must have a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 2.75 or higher

Eligibility Requirements for the Beatrice Henry Memorial Scholarship 

• A female student graduating from a Kent County  public high school 

• Must be a citizen or permanent resident of the United States 

• Must have a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 2.75 or higher 

Requirements for both Scholarships 

• Recipients must be present to accept their Scholarship 

• Recipients must be willing to follow-up at next year's Scholarship event 

Method of Issuance 

• Scholarship awards ($500+) will be deposited directly into the recipient’s college account in the fall in one payment.

• Awards are issued annually.

 Application Instructions  

 Complete the attached below application in its entirety as legibly as possible. If any question does not apply to you, answer the question as N/A for non-applicable. Make sure that all information is current and up to date. Be sure to include the following: 

1. A Letter of Introduction, expressing your eligibility and your need for the scholarship 

2. A brief autobiography-- must include information relating to future goals, community service involvement, academic achievement, and memberships in other organizations and/or clubs. 

3. Two letters of recommendation from any of the following persons: 

• Principal, Guidance Counselor, Teacher, Professor or Advisor 

• Pastor or Minister 

• Any persons other than family members (supervisor, friend, etc.). 

4. An official transcript from high school or college/university.