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James Buchner Memorial Scholarship

The Community Foundation Serving Riverside & San Bernadino Cities

The scholarship was established as an endowment by Dora Buchner to honor the memory of her husband James Buchner. The scholarship provides financial support to Hispanic, Catholic students, and are a high school senior at Cathedral City High School who have demonstrated motivation, perseverance and a sincere desire to gain a college degree.

Key Information

Eligibility Requirements

  • Age/Grade Level:
    High school senior
  • Minimum GPA:
    3.0
  • Financial Need:
    Required
  • Class Rank:
    Required to maintain a minimum academic standing of B or its equivalent
  • Other Academic Requirements:
    Full-time student; Community service; Merit; Career or educational goal
  • Residence:
    US residents
  • School:
    Seniors at Cathedral City High School
  • Ethnicity:
    Hispanic
  • Miscellaneous:
    Catholic student

Application Details

  • Judging Criteria:
    Financial need; Merit; GPA of 3.0 or above; Career or educational goal; High school senior; Letters of recommendation; Full-time student; Oral interview; Community service
  • Transcript:
    Required
  • Resume/Activity List:
    Not required
  • Essay:
    Write an essay (max. 300 words) on why you deserve the scholarship and what you hope to achieve with your college degree. Include your educational and career goals.
  • Recommendation Letters:
    Please attach two (2), one page, letters of recommendation from people who are knowledgeable about your academic capabilities, skills, community service and volunteerism activities.
  • Other Materials:
    Attached application form; transcript (unofficial is acceptable)

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