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

March 8, 2026 (Application deadline) | Rolling monthly deadlines

$1,000 per award; number of recipients varies; monthly selection cycle

Supports ambitious students who articulate their professional goals and inspirations through a personal essay.

No purchase or Honor Society® membership required to apply or win.

--- ## Description The John Young 'Pursue Your Passion' Scholarship is designed to recognize and support high-achieving students who are driven to create a professional impact in their chosen fields. Established by the Cochener family in honor of John Young, a distinguished fighter pilot, MIT graduate, and aerospace engineer, the scholarship encourages applicants to reflect on their motivation, aspirations, and the experiences that fuel their career ambitions. Applicants are required to submit a personal essay (up to 500 words) describing their passion, intended impact, and the beliefs or goals guiding their professional journey. The program aims to foster vision, drive, and leadership among students pursuing diverse career paths. --- ## Due Dates - March 8, 2026: Application deadline (as listed on the program page) - Rolling monthly application deadlines (applications reviewed and awarded monthly) All applications submitted before each monthly deadline are considered in that cycle, and applicants may reapply with updated materials after three months if not selected. --- ## Funding Amount - Award amount: $1,000 per recipient - Number of awards: Not specified; awards made on a rolling, monthly basis - Disbursement: Recipients are notified within 3 weeks of selection; public announcements within 6 weeks --- ## Eligibility - Open to all students; no restrictions based on academic status, field of study, or Honor Society® membership - Applicants must submit a personal essay (up to 500 words) on their professional passion and impact - No purchase or membership payment required to apply or win - Applicants must comply with all relevant laws and regulations; void where prohibited - Not open to residents of jurisdictions where such programs are restricted or prohibited by law --- ## Application Process - Complete the online application on the [Honor Society® scholarship page](https://www.honorsociety.org/john-young-pursue-your-passion-scholarship-0) - Required materials: - Personal essay (up to 500 words) - Current GPA (up to 2 decimals) - Preferred contact information (email, phone) - School name - Unofficial transcript (official transcript required before disbursement) - Applications are reviewed monthly; earlier applications have a greater chance of winning - Applicants not selected within three months may reapply with updated materials --- ## Additional Information - Recipients’ names, schools, and general award information may be publicly announced - Odds of selection depend on the number and quality of applications received - Award terms, criteria, and deadlines are subject to change without notice - The Honor Society® independently administers this scholarship and is not affiliated with any college, university, or government entity --- ## External Links - [John Young 'Pursue Your Passion' Scholarship Information](https://www.honorsociety.org/john-young-pursue-your-passion-scholarship) - [Apply Now](https://www.honorsociety.org/john-young-pursue-your-passion-scholarship-0) - [Charles and Lucile King Family Foundation](http://www.kingfoundation.org) - [Honor Society® Privacy Policy](https://www.honorsociety.org/privacy-policy) - [Honor Society® Terms of Service](https://www.honorsociety.org/terms) --- ## Contact Information | Organization | Phone | Website | |------------------------------------------------|---------------|------------------------------------------------------| | Charles and Lucile King Family Foundation | 212-682-2913 | [http://www.kingfoundation.org](http://www.kingfoundation.org) | | Honor Society® (Scholarship Administrator) | Not listed | [https://www.honorsociety.org/contact](https://www.honorsociety.org/contact) | ---

John Young 'Pursue Your Passion' Scholarship

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