Education Is Our Pitch

Education Is Our Pitch 

Online Application Now Available!

We are pleased to inform you that the online application for the Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarship is now available at the www.jackierobinson.org. The JRF application is the vehicle through which more than 3,000 talented young minority high school students apply to become JRF Scholars and carry on the civic-minded legacy of the Foundation's namesake, Jackie Robinson. The deadline to submit the application for a Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarship is February 15, 2017 by 5:00 pm ET.

About the Jackie Robinson Foundation

Jackie Robinson Foundation (JRF) is a public, not-for-profit national organization founded by Rachel Robinson in 1973 as a vehicle to perpetuate the memory of Jackie Robinson and his incredible achievements. Serving as an advocate for young people with the greatest need, the Foundation assists increasing numbers of minority youths through the granting of four-year college scholarships and comprehensive practical support. The Jackie Robinson Foundation is distinctive for providing much more than financial support. While each Jackie Robinson Scholar receives over $28,000 over four years in direct support, they also become an active member in the Foundation's unique Mentoring and Leadership Development program, which is an extensive mentoring program that include practical skill-building and exposure through attendance at conference workshops, the assignment of peer and professional mentors, assistance with internship and employment placement, and a myriad of other networking opportunities.

To learn more about the Jackie Robinson Foundation, please visit our website at www.jackierobinson.org.

Eligibility 
To be eligible for a Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarship, an applicant must:

• Be a graduating, minority high school senior
• Plan to attend an accredited and approved four-year institution within the united states
• Show leadership potential
• Demonstrate a dedication to community service
• Present evidence of financial need 
• Be a United States citizen
• Have a minimum SAT score of 1,000 combined on the math and critical reading sections or a composite ACT of 21
• Not possess a degree from a 2 or 4 year college when applying for the scholarship.

Frequently Asked questions
We are happy to provide you with Frequently Asked Questions about the Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarship. We have compiled a listing of the queries we most often receive into one easy to read documents for you and your students.

2016-17 Applicaton Process Timeline

• November 1, 2016 JRF Scholarship Application opens
• February 15, 2017 Application Deadline
• April 30, 2017 Notification of Application Status 
• June 15, 2017 Final selections announced