[Charles and Lucile King Family Foundation](http://www.kingfoundation.org)

September 14, 2025 (priority) | Rolling monthly deadlines

$1,000 per award; one-time scholarship

Supports high-achieving students seeking to make a professional impact in their chosen field through a competitive essay-based scholarship.

No Honor Society premium membership required; open to all students.

--- ## Description This scholarship, established by the Cochener family in honor of John Young—fighter pilot, MIT graduate, and Saturn V engineer—aims to support high-achieving students who are passionate about making a professional impact in their chosen field. Applicants are invited to reflect on their motivations, intended impact, and personal beliefs in a short essay. The scholarship celebrates ambition, personal vision, and the desire to drive positive change in any professional domain. --- ## Due Dates - Priority deadline: **September 14, 2025** - Applications are accepted on a **rolling monthly basis**; students who apply earlier have a greater chance of winning. - Applications are considered for up to 3 months after submission; students may reapply after this period with an updated application. --- ## Funding Amount - **Award:** $1,000 (one-time scholarship) - **Number of Awards:** Not specified; multiple awards may be given throughout the year based on applicant pool and funding. --- ## Eligibility - **Open to all students** (no restrictions by major, year, or institution). - No purchase or premium membership required. - Applicants must submit: - An essay (500 words or less) explaining: - Why they chose their field of interest - How they aim to create an impact - Personal beliefs or goals driving their professional passion - Current GPA (to two decimal places) - Preferred contact information and school details - Unofficial transcript (official transcript required if selected) --- ## Application Process 1. [Log in or register at HonorSociety.org](https://www.honorsociety.org/user/login) (no cost to apply). 2. Complete the scholarship application form, including: - 500-word (max) essay on your passion, impact, and personal motivation - GPA and school information - Upload an unofficial transcript 3. Submit the application before the rolling or priority deadline. 4. Applications are reviewed monthly; recipients will be notified within 3 weeks of selection and publicly announced within 6 weeks. 5. Applicants may reapply after 3 months if not selected. For a step-by-step guide, see the [HonorSociety.org Scholarship Application Guide](https://support.honorsociety.org/hc/en-us/articles/203298825-How-do-I-apply-for-scholarships). --- ## Additional Information - Selection is competitive and based on academic achievement, clarity of purpose, and demonstrated passion. - No purchase necessary; odds of winning depend on the number of entries. - Recipients and their stories are featured on the [HonorSociety.org Scholarship Recipients page](https://www.honorsociety.org/scholarship-recipients). - Official transcript required prior to scholarship disbursement if selected. --- ## External Links - [Scholarship Details & Application](https://www.honorsociety.org/john-young-pursue-your-passion-scholarship) - [HonorSociety.org Scholarship Application Guide](https://support.honorsociety.org/hc/en-us/articles/203298825-How-do-I-apply-for-scholarships) - [Featured Scholarship Recipients](https://www.honorsociety.org/scholarship-recipients-all) - [Charles and Lucile King Family Foundation](http://www.kingfoundation.org) --- ## Contact Information | Organization | Contact Phone | Website | |--------------|--------------|---------| | Charles and Lucile King Family Foundation | 212-682-2913 | [kingfoundation.org](http://www.kingfoundation.org) | | HonorSociety.org (program administrator) | See [Support Page](https://support.honorsociety.org/hc/en-us/articles/203298825-How-do-I-apply-for-scholarships) | [honorsociety.org](https://www.honorsociety.org) |

John Young 'Pursue Your Passion' Scholarship

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