Karen Linder Memorial Scholarship

Karen Linder

Application Available: November 1
Application Deadline: February 1
Final Determinations: April 15

BACKGROUND: This scholarship fund was established in 2008 by family and friends in loving memory of Karen who was killed in a tragic car accident in 2007.

PURPOSE: The purpose of the scholarship program is to assist graduating North High School seniors in their pursuit of a post-secondary education at an accredited four-year college/university.

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA: Applicants must be graduating seniors from North High School in Sioux City, Iowa; have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.5; and must have participated in Fine Arts extracurricular school and/or community activities.

SELECTION CRITERIA: Selection of recipients is based on such factors as scholastic performance while in high school, school and/or community service activities, financial need, and essay evaluation.

SCHOLARSHIP AWARD: $500, not renewable.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Application must be received by the February 1 deadline and must include the following:

• Completed online application
• Essay
• Two (2) “Character Counts” recommendations
• Official high school transcript

This scholarship is a part of the SCF common application.  Click here to apply.