2025 Dr. Vernetta Harris Scholarship

The Stellar Diverse Student Achievement Center is delighted to announce the Dr. Vernetta Harris Scholarship, a unique opportunity for graduating high school seniors. We kindly ask for your assistance in sharing this opportunity with eligible students who may be interested in applying.

The Stellar Diverse Student Achievement Center will award a one-time scholarship of $5,000 to one deserving student. Below are the details regarding eligibility and application:

Purpose:
The Dr. Vernetta Harris Scholarship is designed to support a college-bound high school senior who has demonstrated academic excellence, financial need, and a keen interest in pursuing a degree in medicine.

Criteria:
Eligible students must be graduating high school seniors residing in Georgia, with plans to attend a four-year college or university followed by an accredited medical school. Preference will be given to Black/African American applicants. Selection will be based on academic achievement, financial need, and a record of community service. Applicants should complete the scholarship application provided by the Stellar Achievement Center.

Guidelines:

• The scholarship is a one-time award of $5,000.

• Recipients must maintain a minimum 3.0 GPA (or equivalent) per semester and continue attending classes.

• Unofficial transcripts and proof of registration must be submitted at the start of each semester to receive funds.

Amount:
The scholarship amount is $5,000, awarded one time.

Application:
To begin the application process, please complete the form below. Once the form is submitted, you will receive an email with directions on how to move forward with submitting the items on the checklist.

Part 1: Online Application (Below)

• Complete and submit online application at: https://www.stellarachievementcenter.org/scholarship

Part 2: The following supporting documents will be submitted via email to a shared drive. After you submit your online application, please look out for an email from Stellar Achievement within 1-2 days with a link for you to upload the supporting documents listed below:

• Personal Statement including a 1 minute introductory video

• Two (2) Letters of Recommendation 

• One recommendation letter from a Teacher is required 

• The second recommendation must be from a non-family member of your choice

• Copy of the High School Transcript 

• Copy of College Acceptance Letter (if received) 

• Record of Community Service

Deadline:
Applications must be submitted by April 15, 2025.

Renewal Process:
Please note that this scholarship is not renewable. It is intended for high school seniors planning to enroll in a four-year college or university and subsequently attend an accredited medical school or pursue a STEM career.

We appreciate your support in promoting this opportunity and look forward to receiving applications from your talented students. Should you have any questions about the scholarship or the application, please email info@stellarachievementcenter.org.

Warm regards,

The Stellar Achievement Team