John Young 'Pursue Your Passion' Scholarship
The John Young 'Pursue Your Passion' Scholarship supports students driven to make a professional impact by rewarding essays about their motivations, goals, and passion for their chosen field.
Funder: Charles and Lucile King Family Foundation
Due Dates: July 8, 2026 (next major review) | Rolling monthly deadlines
Funding Amounts: $1,000 per award; number of recipients varies; awards announced monthly
Summary: Supports high-achieving students seeking to make a professional impact, based on a short essay about their passion and goals.
Key Information: No membership or purchase required; open to all eligible students regardless of field.
Description
The John Young "Pursue Your Passion" Scholarship, established by the Cochener family and administered by Honor Society Foundation, is designed to recognize and support students who are passionate about their chosen field and aspire to create a meaningful professional impact. Applicants are asked to submit a brief essay detailing their motivations, intended impact, and the personal beliefs that drive their ambitions. The scholarship honors John Young, a Pearl Harbor fighter pilot and aerospace engineer, as an inspiration for pursuing professional dreams.
