Scholarship

The Barry Scholarship Program is a cohort experience providing a two or four year annually-renewable college scholarship of up to $5000 per year for graduating high school PaY seniors who demonstrate exceptional character, leadership, and commitment to serving their community. The program provides financial support, professional development, and personal support throughout the journey of pursuing an education at any nonprofit college or university. Our goal is to not only ensure students succeed in college, but also to help students thrive after graduation. Other scholarship opportunities are available through our Philanthropy: Forward program.

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THE BARRY SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION IS NOW CLOSED.

Scholarship

The Barry Scholarship Program is cohort experience providing a two or four year annually-renewable college scholarship of up to $5000 per year for graduating high school PaY seniors who demonstrate exceptional character, leadership, and commitment to serving their community. The program provides financial support, professional development, and personal support throughout the journey of pursuing an education at any nonprofit college or university. Our goal is to not only ensure students succeed in college, but also to help students thrive after graduation. Other scholarship opportunities are available through our Philanthropy: Forward program.

Apply to Be a Scholar

Barry Scholarship applications will be open between November 15th and February 1st. Check back here for updates, application materials, and dates for application workshops.

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PHILANTHROPY FORWARD

Philanthropy: Forward is a unique community of young professionals passionate about making a difference in their collegiate and professional careers.

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2024-25 Important Dates:

Friday, November 15: Scholarship Applications Open
Monday, January 6: Resume and Cover Letter Workshop
Tuesday, January 28: Scholarship Application Office Hours
Saturday, February 1: Scholarship Applications Close
Monday, March 3 – Friday, March 7: Scholarship Interviews
Week of April 14: Scholarship Notifications
Tuesday, April 15: Problems to Possibilities Event
Thursday, May 1: Scholarship Acceptance
Tuesday, May 13: Scholarship + Internship Kickoff
Thursday, June 12: Scholar Summer Workshop
Friday, June 13th: Redhawks Forward Summer Social

CURRENT SCHOLARS

Resources, dates to remember, and important updates for current Barry Scholars

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