Louis B. Russell Scholarship

Essay required

Specific majors

Academic

Overview

The Louis B. Russell Scholarship is open to a minority public high school senior who plans to pursue industrial arts, vocational education, or technical preparation at an accredited post-secondary institution. To qualify, you need to be a minority pursuing education in the vocational arts and a graduate of the class of the current year entering a fully-accredited post-secondary institution as a freshman. To apply, you need to submit an essay and recommendation letters. Interested? For more info on how to apply, visit the scholarship site.

Status

Coming soon

Deadline

🗓 March 15, 2025

Paid to

🏫 Your school

Website

www.ista-in.org

What you'll need

Essay

Capture your unique story and ambitions, while writing about the required subject matter.

Short responses

Capture your potential by answering open-ended questions about yourself and your interests.

FAQ

How do I know if I meet the requirements for a scholarship?

Each scholarship has a set of requirements: specific factors that determine whether or not you're eligible to apply. You can visit the scholarship site to find this information, or fill out the Mos quiz to be automatically matched with scholarships you qualify for! FYI: the more information you share with Mos, the better scholarship matches Mos will make!

What if I don't hear back from a scholarship?

If you haven't heard back within a few weeks, reach out to the scholarship organization! Some scholarship organizations email all the applicants to let them know if they were selected or not, while others only contact the winners—it usually depends on the number of applicants. It never hurts to follow up.

How do I increase my chances of getting a scholarship?

To increase your chances of getting a scholarship, apply early, follow all application instructions, and write a great scholarship essay (if applicable)! For more help, ask a Mos advisor!

What is a letter of recommendation?

A letter of recommendation (letter of rec) is a letter written by someone in your life who can speak to your achievements, positive traits, and potential. It's basically a summary of why you're great and deserve the scholarship or funding you're applying for! Typically, students ask teachers, mentors, coaches, or employers (never family or friends). FYI: You have to ask someone to write a letter of rec for you.

Who should I ask for a letter of recommendation?

Letters of recommendation typically come from teachers, counselors, coaches, leaders in groups you're a part of—basically any person who knows you well and is NOT a family member.