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Day of Pride Scholarship

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Due: November 8, 2026

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The Day of Pride Scholarship is awarded to outstanding Connecticut secondary school seniors from underserved backgrounds who have proven academic ability as demonstrated through high school grades, test scores (test-optional), class rank (if available), and letters of recommendation. Applicants must have demonstrated a commitment to diversity and inclusion programs and initiatives through leadership, special talents, and achievement in school and/or community. They must have a minimum grade point average of 3.6 on a 4.0 scale and rank (if available) in the top 15 percent of their graduating class. Submission of standardized test scores is optional and is not required for Day of Pride Scholarship eligibility. Applicants choosing to provide a standardized test score should achieve a minimum combined SAT Score of 1170 or an ACT composite score of 24. Although optional for the admission process, two letters of recommendation from a teacher, a counselor, or an administrator are required for Day of Pride Scholarship consideration. Please visit the scholarship's website for more information.

Day of Pride Scholarship

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