Scholarship | Larry's Legacy | Academic Scholarships

Scholarship Criteria

Students are strongly encouraged to apply for the Larry’s Legacy Scholarship provided that they meet the requirements as listed below:

Attend an accredited high school located within 75 miles of NYC or Washington D.C.

Demonstrate financial need as determined by the Scholarship Selection Committee.

Current high school graduate or GED Recipient.

Cumulative average at least 80% for collegiate endeavor, 75% for Vocational/Trade Schools or the GED Equivalent.

Accepted as a full time and first-time matriculating freshman in the upcoming Fall Semester, at an accredited College or University in pursuit of a Baccalaureate degree or Vocational/Trade School Program at the time the award is presented.

A person who demonstrates strong potential for academic achievement.

Excellent character and proven leadership ability, and well rounded experience through commitment to community service and extracurricular activities.

Applicants will be screened by the Larry’s Legacy Scholarship Selection Committee, and scholarship recipients will be selected based on their application and essay

Application Form

First Name

Middle

Last name

Address Line 1

Address Line 2

City

State

Postal / Zip code

Date of Birth

Parent/Guardian

Address Line 1

Address Line 2

City

State

Postal / Zip code

Name

Phone

Parent/Guardian (If Applicable)

Address Line 1

Address Line 2

City

State

Postal / Zip code

Name

Phone

Applicant’s Educational Information

Address Line 1

Address Line 2

City

State

Postal / Zip code

Present High School

Projected Graduation Date

Current Cumulative GPA

Perspective School of Choice Information

Address Line 1

City

State

Postal / Zip code

School Name

Tuition

Room and Board

Please List Any Honors, Awards, and/or Special Recognition Received in High School

Please List Any Extracurricular Activities and/or Voluntary Activities

Recommendations

Two (2) letters of recommendation are required. One must be from a high school administrator, teacher, youth leader, coach, or mentor. References from family members, relatives, or friends are not acceptable. Recommendation letters must be emailed directly from the recommending individual to: Scholarships@larryslegacy.org

Essay

Lawrence Johnson was well known for his leadership, supportive calming voice of reason, and motivational drive. He preached the value of hard work and dedication to one’s goal he continually highlighted that “education is the cornerstone of success”.

Please upload your essay in the box below.

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Transcript

Please upload your official high school transcript in the box below

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Certification

Checking the box below certifies that, to the best of my knowledge, the information provided on this application is true, complete, and accurate. (If applicant is under 18 years of age, it is required that the parent/guardian check the appropriate box below)

I am 18+ years of age, I acknowledge.

Parent/Guardian Acknowledgement

I am the parent/guardian. I acknowledge.

Thank you! We will be in touch.

Scholarship Criteria

Application Form

Parent/Guardian

Parent/Guardian (If Applicable)

Applicant’s Educational Information

Perspective School of Choice Information

Recommendations

Essay

Transcript

Certification

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