The Marie Itiowe Empowerment Scholarship is awarded by Golden Experiences, Inc. The scholarship is created to decrease the burden of educational costs for students who are poised to attain a college degree, become empowered, and then empower others.

Scholarship Value: $500

Awards Available: Multiple

Awards Application Deadline: July 31st each year

In Order to apply for our scholarship, follow these instructions:

Scholarship Eligibility:

• Any student who is currently enrolled or will be attending college or university the next academic year.
• A U.S. resident.
• Individual or Family qualifies for assistance per the Federal Poverty Guidelines. (Household Income)
• Single mothers will be given preference.

To Apply:

A. Submit a self-written essay about your choice of study and why earning the diploma is important to you. (250 words maximum, 12 font size, Calibri font type - PDF document.)

B. Submit a brief recommendation letter which should include the authors contact information, could be a professor, counselor, religious leader. (Not a family relative)

C. Complete the Application for Assistance Form.

Applications will be reviewed by a selection committee made up of Golden Experiences Executive Board and Golden Experiences Ambassadors. The decision of the panel will be based on the originality and quality of the essay submitted.