# The Joseph Fanning Drake High School Endowment Scholarship

> Amount varies from Central Alabama Community Foundation. Deadline Mar 1, 2027.

- Edition: Data verified Nov 2026 · CollegesRef 2026–27 edition
- Page: https://www.collegesref.com/scholarships/the-joseph-fanning-drake-high-school-endowment-scholarship
- Provider: Central Alabama Community Foundation (Foundation)
- Award: Amount varies
- Deadline: Deadline Mar 1, 2027
- State list: https://www.collegesref.com/scholarships/state/al
- Official page: https://cacfinfo.org/east-alabama-scholarships/
- Last verified by CollegesRef: Nov 6, 2026

## About this scholarship

The Joseph Fanning Drake High School Endowment Scholarship is administered by the Central Alabama Community Foundation. This program is designed to support students who are graduates of J.F. Drake High School or direct descendants of a graduate. To qualify, applicants must have achieved a minimum GPA of 3.0 and earned an ACT score of 21 or higher. The funding helps cover educational expenses for students attending college or trade school. While the provider manages the application process directly, students should also complete the FAFSA, as community foundation scholarships often use federal student aid data to evaluate financial need or coordinate overall financial aid packages. Candidates must submit their completed applications and all required academic documentation by the March 1 deadline to be considered for this opportunity.

## Who can apply

- Residents of: AL
- Education level: High school student, Undergraduate
- Year: 12th grade, College 1st year, College 2nd year, College 3rd year, College 4th year
- Minimum GPA: 3
- College types: 2-year college, 4-year college, Technical or trade school
- Must be a graduate or descendant of a graduate of J.F. Drake High School, with a minimum GPA of 3.0 and ACT score of 21 or higher.

## How to apply

Complete the online application form and submit academic records through the foundation's portal.

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