Provided by General Society of Mayflower Descendants
The General Society of Mayflower Descendants (GSMD) Scholarship Program offers scholarships to graduating high school seniors who are Mayflower descendants and will be attending a four-year college or university or two-year community college. Special consideration is given to applicants who have demonstrated a commitment to bettering themselves.
Award amount
$6,000
Number of awards
3 awards available
Frequency
Annually
Deadline
Not specified
Time to apply
60+ min
Essay
May be required — check provider
Must be a graduating high school senior
Must be a Mayflower descendant
Must provide the name of the Mayflower Ancestor(s) from whom they descend
Must provide a valid GSMD membership number for either the applicant or for a parent, grandparent, or great grandparent of the applicant
Must enter a four-year college or university or two-year community college
Complete and submit the application form
Complete and submit the essay
Submit a recent transcript
Provide names/emails for two references: a teacher and a person in the community
Confirm eligibility
Review the scholarship eligibility information on this page and on the provider’s official instructions to confirm you qualify before you invest time in an application.
Gather required materials
Collect transcripts, test scores, essays, letters of recommendation, portfolios, or any other items the program lists as required.
Submit through the official program
Complete the application using the provider’s published process—often an online form or portal—and submit before the stated deadline. Keep a copy of your confirmation when available.
Important
Deadlines are set by the scholarship provider. Always confirm dates and instructions on the official site. TuitionCovered does not process applications for external scholarships.
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