The SouthEast Bank Education Awards

About the Scholarship: “When girls are given the right tools to succeed, they can create incredible futures, not only for themselves but also for those around them.” – Meghan Markle

The SouthEast Bank Education Award was established to afford an outstanding participant of the Girl Talk Life Prep Academy the opportunity to pursue her postsecondary dreams and career goals. The mission of SouthEast Bank includes a strong commitment to promoting and supporting education. The scholarship awards are a reflection of this promise to our local community. Based on the following eligibility requirements and completion of the application process, Girl Talk, Inc.’s leadership will select this year’s recipients.

There are four scholarship tiers for girls to apply. Please read the description for each tier to identify which scholarship you qualify for. Be mindful, you can only apply for one tier. GPA requirements vary based on scholarship award associated with each tier. The deadline to apply is March 31st, 2025.

  • Tier 1:
    • GPA required: 2.5-2.75
    • First place award amount: $1,750
    • Answer the following question: What is one challenge facing the African American community that you feel personally connected to? How would you use your voice, skills, or future career to make a difference?
  • Tier 2:
    • GPA required: 2.75-2.99
    • Award amount: $2,000
    • Answer the following question: We all experience moments of doubt. Share a time when you questioned your own abilities or potential. How did you overcome those feelings, and what did you learn about yourself?
  • Tier 3:
    • GPA required: 3.0-3.49
    • Award amount: $3,000
    • Answer the following question: What is a social or global issue that resonates deeply with you? How do your experiences inform how you think about addressing this issue?
  • Tier 4:
    • GPA required: 3.50-above
    • Award amount: $5,000
    • Answer the following question: Reflect on a time when you questioned or challenged a world view or belief. What prompted your thinking? What was the outcome?

*The amount awarded will be given directly to the student’s chosen institution.

*Your answer should be written as an essay. You must upload your essay as a word document or pdf.

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