Overview
Scholarship type
Merit and need based
Number of scholarships to award
One
Grant
$1,000
Scholarship coverage
- tuition fee reduction
- accommodation
- other
Description
As the mother to two adopted daughters, Attorney Sharon Ramage understands the challenges that parents and children face in these situations, as well as the joys that come with building family bonds that will stand the test of time.
They know that parents who adopt children make many sacrifices, and they want to make sure their children will have the tools they need to succeed in life. In recognition of this, they have established a scholarship program that provides assistance to children who have been adopted.
Benefits
Each semester, they award a scholarship of $1,000 to a student who is pursuing a college education, and the funds may be used to help cover tuition, room and board, or other expenses, such as books and supplies.
Eligibility
- Students may apply for the scholarship if they are currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program or have been accepted for admission in the upcoming semester.
In addition, applicants will need to meet the following requirements:
- The student must be at least 17 years old.
- The student must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher as of their last completed academic semester.
- The student must be a citizen or permanent resident of the United States.
- The student must have been legally adopted by one or both of their parents
Scholarship requirements
Disciplines
Any
Locations
United States
Nationality
Any
Study experience required
High school
Age
Over 17
Application
Application deadline
08 Oct 2026
Applicants may submit an application for the scholarship by filling out the contact form on the page. In addition to providing contact information detailing their name, address, phone number, email, date of birth, and the school they will be attending, proof of admission must also be submitted. This may include a letter of acceptance or an academic transcript for the most recently completed semester.
An applicant will also be required to submit an essay that is up to 800 words long answering the following questions:
What challenges have you faced as an adopted child?
How have your relationships with your parents and other family members influenced your outlook on life?
How has your experience affected your plans and goals for your education and career?
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