George Daly Memorial Scholarship
Two programs for graduating high school seniors headed to a four-year college: the George Daly Memorial Scholarship ($20,000 a year for four years) for science majors with a 3.0 GPA, financial need and merit, and five $1,000 Shine Like George merit awards (varsity basketball, varsity baseball, and biology/physics/chemistry majors). GDMS applications are due December 1.
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Who can apply
- For seniors
- attending a 4-year accredited college directly after high school
- GPA of at least 3.0
- Studying science (BS degree)
- Shows financial need
- Shine Like George $1,000 awards: merit-based; one varsity basketball player, one varsity baseball player, three biology/physics/chemistry majors (preferred, not required)
How to apply
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Is this legit?
Trust 85/100 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.
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