Mattie Prescott “Be the Light” Memorial Scholarship

The Mattie Prescott “Be the Light” Memorial Scholarship is a one-time undergraduate scholarship awarded to a high school senior from Grace Preparatory Academy or Matthew Road Academy in Texas, who plans to enroll in full-time undergraduate study at an accredited two- or four-year college, university, or vocational-technical school. The program provides a $5,000 award to cover educational expenses paid directly to the winner’s chosen institution, and the selection considers academics, leadership, community involvement, goals, and personal circumstances. The scholarship is administered by Scholarship America and is awarded annually.

One-time $5,000 scholarship for undergraduate study; funds paid directly to the chosen institution

High school seniors at Grace Preparatory Academy or Matthew Road Academy in Texas planning to enroll in full-time undergraduate study at an accredited two- or four-year college, university, or vocational-technical school for the upcoming academic year; minimum GPA of 3.5 on a 4.0 scale; must be recommended by their counselor, principal, or head of school.

Applicants must be high school seniors at the two specified Texas academies, have ≥3.5 GPA, be recommended by a school official, and upload required materials including a transcript and any specified documents; winners are selected by Scholarship America