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George A. Frampton/Cornhusker Bank Scholarship for LHS

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$1,500

deadline Due: March 15, 2027
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Eligibility

George A. Frampton/Cornhusker Bank Scholarship for LHS, with an application deadline in March, offers one award in the amount of $1500. Location restrictions exist. Restricted to those with financial need.

Description

The George A. Frampton/Cornhusker Bank Scholarship for Lincoln High School was created by Cornhusker Bank in 1999 to honor the life of George A. Frampton. Mr. Frampton devoted his life to banking, starting his career in Lincoln in 1914. Mr. Frampton passed away in 1981, but members of his family are still actively involved with Cornhusker Bank. Applicants must be a graduating senior of Lincoln High School in Lincoln, Nebraska. They must enroll at a public or private four-year college or university (12 credit hours). They must have received a 2.5 GPA on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent) or a "C+" average or better in their high school graduating class. Applicants must demonstrate qualities of leadership, good character, and citizenship; and demonstrate an interest in business through choice of classes, work experience, or extra-curricular activities. They must have been or are actively involved in at least two extra-curricular activities or sports programs while high school students. Applicants must demonstrate the need for financial assistance to continue their education. If two or more candidates for a scholarship exhibit equal qualifications, the student exhibiting the greatest financial need shall be given preference in the selection. Applicants must submit two references' e-mail addresses. References will be notified to fill out an online form. References must be teachers, counselors, case workers, clergy, employers, neighbors, etc. References from family members are not acceptable. Please visit the scholarship's website or contact the Lincoln Community Foundation for more information.