The Clarence James Memorial Scholarship
Hightower Scholars, Inc.
History and Mission
The Clarence James Memorial Scholarship was established by J.D. Hightower and Associates, Inc. in memory of Clarence Graham and James Hightower, Sr. These men, the late grandfathers of the organizations’ founding members, were strong supporters of their grandchildren’s education. Moreover, these patriarchs were advocates of community development and service.
To provide financial support for a first year African American, Hispanic, or Native American student at an accredited four year college or university.
To Qualify a Student Must:
Ø Be a United States citizen
Ø Be an African American, Hispanic, or Native American
Ø Be a resident of Western Pennsylvania
Ø Be a high school senior
Ø Have a cumulative grade point average of 3.5 at the end of the first semester of the senior year in high school
Ø Hold a leadership role in a community organization or activity
Ø An official high school transcript. The transcript should be mailed directly from the high school guidance counselor’s office and must be received by the stated deadline
Ø A recommendation from an individual who can comment on specific details of the student’s community service involvement.
Ø A type-written essay. Students must answer the question posed in the application materials.
Application is available HERE.
Download the Clarence James Memorial Scholarship Nomination form HERE.
For further information or to request an application packet, contact Hightower Scholars, Inc. by calling 724/335-4027, by emailing your request to hscholars@yahoo.com, or writing to the address below. Applications can also be printed directly from our website at www.hscholars.org.
All application materials must be postmarked by Saturday, March 1, 2008 and sent via US Mail to:
The Clarence James Memorial Scholarship
Hightower Scholars, Inc.
Lower Burrell, PA 15068