Scholarship Information

  • All students should have the opportunity to attend college, regardless of their families' income. In keeping with this belief, Mr. Edward Hickling Bradford established the Bradford Trust to help Providence Public School students pursue a college diploma. As established in the original 1974 document, this scholarship will be granted to students "without reference to excellence in scholarship, but rather preferring those unable to obtain other aid; considering only diligence in the pursuit of education as manifested by regularity of attendance at school exercises, punctuality, cooperation with teachers, aid to indigent parents, work outside school hours, and willingness to make personal sacrifices; the said gift to be known as the Edward Hickling Bradford Fund for the relief of poor children."

    Scholarship Criteria:  

    • Must be a current student living in and attending a public school in Providence, or have graduated from a public school in Providence while residing in the city. Qualifying public schools include those in the Providence Public School District, public charter schools and all other public schools as recognized by the Rhode Island Department of Education.
    • If you are a current senior attending a Providence Public School:
      • Must provide proof of acceptance for an associate's, bachelor's degree or technical program at an accredited institution of higher education.
      • Must demonstrate a significant financial need through a SAI (student aid index) of $7,500 or less as indicated by FAFSA completion.
      • Must demonstrate an involvement in extracurricular/community involvement.
    • If you are a current student attending a higher education program:
      • Must provide proof of enrollment in an associate's, bachelor's degree or technical program at an accredited institution of higher education.
      • Must demonstrate a significant financial need through a SAI (student aid index) of $7,500 or less as indicated by FAFSA completion.
      • Must demonstrate an involvement in extracurricular/community involvement.

    Application Process: In order to be considered for this scholarship, students must complete and submit this online form by 11:59 PM April 26th 2024. A complete application includes the following:

    • One short essay. 
    • Upload a letter of recommendation from a current teacher.
    • Upload your FAFSA Submission Summary which has replaced the Student Aid Report for the 2024-25 award year.

    Application window is March 4, 2024 - April 26, 2024. 

     

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