How to Apply

The application process for Big Walnut Education Foundation scholarships is simple and direct.

1. 1. 1.  Review the criteria for each category.
      2. Apply for the one category that best fits your profile.
      3. The links to the BWEF scholarship applications below go live each year when the applications open; typically in early to mid-January.
      4. 2025-26 school year scholarship applications are now closed.

IMPORTANT NOTES FOR APPLICANTS:

• Successful applications are fully complete and show ANY/ALL DETAILS that will help evaluators fully understand your activities and commitments. A more detailed application is generally a stronger application. Incomplete applications may not be considered.
• Platinum applicants compete only against other Platinum applicants. Golden compete against Golden. Bronze compete against Bronze. Continuing is for BW graduates, so it is separate from all of the above.

Choose one to apply:

Platinum

Golden

Bronze

Continuing*

*Please note that you may not apply for a Continuing scholarship if you have ever received or are receiving a multi-year scholarship, past or present.

Additional Details:

• The Platinum and Golden categories offer one-year or four-year awards. The application is the same; simply apply to your category, and you will automatically be considered for both.
• Scholarship monies will be mailed directly to your college or university. 
• If a student is enrolled in school outside of the United States and a wire is required to deliver funds, any wire fees will be deducted from the scholarship award.