Apply for PRAHD’s Annual Scholarships!

Are you a Perth Amboy High School Senior with big dreams for your future? PRAHD is excited to announce our annual scholarships for 2024 – 2025 to support your journey toward higher education!

Our two prestigious scholarships offer opportunities to highlight your achievements, share your experiences, and earn financial support for college. Both scholarships award approximately $1,000 each, with the final amount dependent on fundraising.

Director’s Scholarship

This scholarship recognizes students who have demonstrated a commitment to meaningful community service. To apply, students must:

  1. Download the application here, or use the button below.
  2. Complete the application and all questions.
  3. Submit an essay (750 words max) about how your community service experiences have empowered you to make a meaningful impact in your community.

Arturo Alfonso Schomburg Scholarship

This scholarship celebrates students who are inspired by history and dedicated to learning. Applicants must:

  1. Download the application here, or use the button below.
  2. Complete the application and all questions.
  3. Submit an essay (750 words max) about an African American who made significant contributions to U.S. history and explain why their impact is important to Black history.

How to Apply

Eligibility Requirements

  • Perth Amboy High School Seniors
  • Participation in community service and extracurricular activities
  • Commitment to attending college
  • Completion of the application form
  • Submission of an essay answering the scholarship prompt

This is your chance to showcase your talents, passion, and dedication. Take the next step in your academic journey by applying for one (or both!) of these scholarships.

For more information or questions, email kgarcia@prahd.org or kruiz@prahd.org.

We look forward to reading your applications and celebrating your achievements!

For more information about PRAHD’s scholarships, please visit www.prahd.org/scholarships.

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