Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Scholarship

The Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Scholarship Fund aims to support Polk State College students who are dedicated to their educational pursuits and have a strong interest in community service. Scholarship recipients will receive up to $500.00, which can be applied toward tuition or required books/materials. The scholarship will be awarded in January 2026, and recipients are required to attend the annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Luncheon hosted by Polk State College.

Award
$500.00
Deadline
03/14/2025
Supplemental Questions
  1. How do you plan to use your education to serve and uplift your community, and what steps will you take to contribute to positive social change?
  2. From your perspective, how has the Civil Rights Movement influenced the culture of the United States?
  3. How do you plan to advocate for those who are marginalized and ensure their voices are heard?