Ricker College Scholarship
Renewable scholarships (most $1,500 to $2,000 a year, up to four years) for graduates of Aroostook County, Maine high schools who rank in the top quarter of their class (top 35% for classes of 25 or fewer). Apply online with proof of college acceptance, a signed transcript and recommendation letters; postmark by the fourth Friday in April.
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Who can apply
- From Aroostook County, ME
- top 25% of graduating class (top 35% if 25 or fewer seniors)
- preferences for graduates of particular public schools and municipalities, detailed in the application (preferred, not required)
Homeschool note: this award seems to need an accredited school, class rank or a school nomination. Ask the sponsor whether a homeschool transcript and a parent’s counselor letter are accepted; many say yes when asked.
How to apply
You’ll need recommendation letters, a transcript.
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Is this legit?
Trust 90/100 Run by an IRS-registered charity that reports its scholarship grants on its annual tax filing. No red flags.
Source: IRS Form 990-PF (tax year 2024) · checked September 30, 2026. Sponsors change dates and amounts; confirm with the sponsor before you apply.
Listed for: Maine. See all 7,344 scholarships or the ones that welcome homeschoolers.
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