Judy Swan Smith Scholarship

Award Amount
Award Amount

$5,000

Application deadline
Application deadline

April 08

Awarded By:

Austin Community Foundation

Number of Awards & Eligibility: One award offered annually.
In order to qualify, students must meet the following criteria:
  1. Must attend a high school in the Austin Independent School District (AISD).
  2. This award is for U.S. students.
  3. Must be a graduating high school senior.
  4. Must be planning to major in education and pursue a certificate in teaching.

In order to qualify, students must meet the following criteria:

Description: The Judy Swan Smith Scholarship is available for graduating high school seniors in Austin, Texas who plan to major in education and become a certified teacher.

Application requirements for the Judy Swan Smith Scholarship are:

  • Application form
  • Essay
Additional Information: The Judy Swan Smith Scholarship is provided annually to graduating high school seniors in Austin, Texas. Applicants must plan to enroll at an accredited college or university and major in education with the intent of pursuing a teacher's certificate. Award selection will be based on a combination of academic achievement, unmet financial need, and demonstrated commitment to a career in teaching. This scholarship is administered and managed through the Austin Community Foundation. Founded in 1977, the Austin Community Foundation has expanded to combine philanthropists, community leaders, and advanced financial management technologies. The foundation works to identify and assist the local populations in greatest need through a combination of scholarships, local initiatives, and grants. Further questions and inquiries about any scholarships provided by the Austin Community Foundation should be directed to scholarships@austincf.org.

Award Amount: The award amount varies annually. Typical scholarship awards are approximately $5,000 annually and are non-renewable.  The total dollars awarded for this scholarship is $5,000.

Deadline Information:

Deadline for this scholarship is Monday, April 8

Deadline Information:

Deadline for this scholarship is Monday, April 8

Applications and additional information about the Judy Swan Smith Scholarship are available online at the Austin Community Foundation website. To apply for this award, students must complete the online application form and submit all documents and information required in the supplemental question section. For this scholarship, the following is required: copies of standardized test scores; a list of all awards and academic honors; a list of extracurricular activities including clubs, athletics, and other campus activities; a list of other hobbies, interests, and talents; a resume detailing the applicant's work history; and an essay describing the applicant's career plans and goals. All applications and supporting documents must be submitted online by the deadline date. Any late or incomplete submissions will not be considered.
About Austin Community Foundation:
Contact Information: n/a, Scholarship Administrator
Address: 4315 Guadalupe Street Suite 300 Austin, Texas 78751
Email: scholarships@austincf.org , scholarships@austincf.org
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