John & Anne Hinckley Scholarship

John S. Hinckley was a passionate member of the automobile industry who strongly believed in the improvement of community through active participation and was highly involved in local causes. He met Anne, a Virginia native, during his time in the U.S. Army while she was serving in the American Red Cross. The John & Anne Hinckley Scholarship funds an annual scholarship for outstanding students whose academic and community pursuits promote active citizenship and public service. The Hinckleys demonstrated great love for the Institute and wanted to ensure that talented students could contribute to the political community without financial hindrance.

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QUALIFICATIONS

The Hinckley Institute will award this scholarship of up to $2,500 to an outstanding student who meets the following criteria:

• Strong academic standing in any major at the University of Utah

• Entering Sophomore or Junior year of college

  • (attended at least two semesters at a university or community college)

• Full-time student who will maintain full-time student status at the University of Utah throughout the upcoming academic year.

• Demonstrate ongoing commitment to active citizenship and public service.

• Must be a U.S. citizen, lawfully present in the U.S., or have graduate from a Utah high school.

If you have specific questions or would like additional information, contact the Hinckley Institute at 801-581-8501

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APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

• Resume

• Letter of Recommendation (from either a professor or professional work supervisor)

• Transcript (unofficial is acceptable)

• Essay (prompt provided in application)

Scholarship decisions will be made before the end of spring semester. Funding will be released through the University of Utah Financial Aid & Scholarship Office and will be credited to outstanding tuition balances; excess funds will be refunded to the student.

APPLICATION DEADLINE
For 2024-2025:

March 1, 2024