Selby Scholar Program

The Selby Scholar Program is a renewable scholarship opportunity offered by the William G. and Marie Selby Foundation, a non-profit private foundation serving the local community in Southwest Florida. Each year, the foundation selects 40 local students to receive renewable scholarships along with professional development and networking opportunities. Awards vary depending on financial need, with an average of approximately $4,000 per year and up to $7,000 per year. The program seeks undergraduate students who demonstrate maturity, grit, and resilience in the face of adversity. Selby Scholars are resourceful, committed, and academically prepared to succeed in college and the pursuit of their dreams. Scholars must exemplify the Selby Foundation values of humanity, humility, social responsibility, innovation, and stewardship. Selection is based on demonstrated exceptional financial need, a minimum 3.0 unweighted GPA, transcripts, evidence of personal growth potential through letters of recommendation, perspective on personal values and future plans outlined in essays, and a personal interview conducted by community leaders.