Eligibility:
- Student must live in Maine.
- Student is graduating from high school in the year of the application.
- Student's high school is located in Maine. We do not accept applications from students attending high school out of state.
- Student will be going on to an accredited postsecondary institution after graduation from high school.
If you are considering a “gap year” between high school and postsecondary education, you must apply during your senior year of high school, and you must have already committed to a postsecondary institution.

Scholarship Amount: $2,500-$5,000

Application Process:

Application form and instructions can be found online at the Mainely Character website.

Deadline Description: March 1 of the award year.

Deadline Date: March 1st

Eligibility Codes:

How is this Awarded? Mainely Character Scholarships are awarded to individuals who demonstrate, through a written character statement, these four core principles of exemplary character:
- Concern: Communicating compassion and a caring attitude toward others.
- Responsibility: Demonstrating commitment and conviction through your actions.
- Integrity: Acting ethically and remaining true to your personal values.
- Courage: Taking risks and following your conscience with fearlessness.

Semi-finalists will be required to have a personal interview.

The scholarship is not renewable.