2026 Standing in Excellence STEM Scholarship

2026 Standing in Excellence STEM Scholarship

$1000 Scholarship Application Packet

SCHOLARSHIP GUIDELINES

This scholarship may be used at any four-year College or University (Trade, Technical, and Cosmetology Schools are ineligible)  Scholarship funds will be disbursed directly to the award winner upon enrollment verification

APPLICANT ELIGIBILTY:  

• A high school senior graduating from school in Tarrant County, Grand Prairie, TX, or the surrounding DFW Metroplex,

• Must plan to pursue a major in a STEM field (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math)

• Minimum of 3.0 cumulative GPA on a 4.0 scale

SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS:

• Completed online scholarship application

• Original Essay

• Two letters of recommendation

• An Official High School transcript emailed to academic@arlingtoneducation.org

• Attend the YES Summit on Saturday, October 24, 2026.

  
  
  
  

Before you begin the application, have the following items available to upload:

• Two letters of recommendation from anyone (not related to you) who can speak to your college readiness, leadership ability within a club, organization, UIL group, or involvement with a community service project.

  
  

• Original Essay 

  
  

  • Topic: "How will you use a STEM education to make a difference in your community?"

  • 500-word minimum (maximum 1000 words)

  • The essay must be written in your voice. The use of AI or ChatGPT is strictly forbidden. Essays utilizing this format/software will be disqualified.

SUBMISSION DEADLINE: Completed application and all supporting materials are due by 11:59 pm on Friday, October 9, 2026.

For more information, contact academic@arlingtoneducation.org