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ELLSWORTH – Adult learners from Franklin County have opportunities for two scholarships to help with their education costs.
Those who are returning to school for post-secondary education are eligible to apply for the Hugh and Elizabeth Montgomery Scholarship at the Maine Community Foundation. Preference is given to students for whom a scholarship would make a significant difference in their ability to attend school. First-time applicants need not be enrolled in a degree-granting program but are encouraged to make that commitment before applying for renewal consideration.
The deadline to submit applications is May 19.
Both Betty and Hugh Montgomery had roots in Phillips. Betty was born in Phillips and attended schools there and Hugh summered there. Both later pursued careers as librarians.
Another scholarship is for is for adult learners in general who are studying for a one or two-year certificate or four-year degree and meet one of the following requirements: be over the age of 25, work full time while enrolled in school, have dependents, be financially independent, have not received a standard high school diploma, or delayed college enrollment. The deadline to submit applications is June 15.
In 2022, MaineCF awarded 267 adult learner scholarships totaling $538,459.
For guidelines and to apply, visit mainecf.org/scholarships.
