This one-time, $10,000 scholarship is open to rising college Freshmen and is focused on recognizing the academic, service, and leadership qualities of the applicant. 

Together, we're not just banking on America; we're banking on the promise of America and its people. Today, we are looking to the bright young minds poised to shape the future of our country while upholding the tenets upon which it is built: freedom, integrity, perseverance, and strength.

Eligibility Requirements:

  1. Old Glory Bank Account Holder: Applicants must be a customer in good standing of Old Glory Bank.
  2. Citizenship: Applicants must be U.S. citizens or legal permanent residents.
  3. Academic Standing: Must be in good academic standing or a class of 2025 high school graduate with a minimum unweighted GPA of 3.8 on a 4.0 scale.
  4. Enrollment Status: Open to all high school seniors and class of 2025 high school graduates planning to enroll full-time for the 2025-2026 academic year in any field of study at an accredited U.S. college or university.
  5. Character & Leadership: Must demonstrate strong leadership, community involvement, and academic excellence.

Step 1:

Begin your application with the form below.

Step 2:

Look for an email with the essay prompt and other requirements.

Step 3:

Follow the email instructions to upload your resume and essay.

Application Deadline: All three steps of the application must be completed by Saturday, May 17, 2025 at 11:59 p.m. Central Daylight Time.

Old Glory Bank Merit Scholarship

Selection Criteria

  1. Academic Excellence: Based on GPA, rigor of coursework, and academic achievements.
  2. Leadership & Community Service: Demonstrated through extracurricular activities, volunteer work, or leadership roles.
  3. Essay Quality: Evaluated for originality, clarity, impact, and insight into the Applicant’s character, academic potential, and leadership abilities.

Award Distribution

  1. The recipient will receive a one-time $10,000 scholarship award.
  2. Funds will be deposited directly to the recipient’s Old Glory Bank Account for use for tuition, fees, or other educational expenses.
  3. The scholarship is non-renewable and cannot be deferred.

Additional Terms & Conditions

  1. Deadline: All applications must be submitted by May 17, 2025 at 11:59 pm Central Daylight Time. Late or incomplete applications will not be considered.
  2. Notification: The scholarship recipient will be notified via email and announced on the Old Glory Bank website.
  3. Non-Discrimination: Selection is made without regard to race, gender, religion, or national origin.
  4. Verification: Old Glory Bank reserves the right to verify all application materials and may disqualify any applicant found to have submitted false or misleading information.
  5. Use of Likeness: By accepting the scholarship, recipients grant Old Glory Bank permission to use their name, photograph, and general information for promotional purposes.

Applicants may not be: 

  1. Children or grandchildren of current employees, officers, or owners of Old Glory Bank and/or Old Glory Holding Company are not eligible to apply. 
  2. Students who are not U.S. citizens or legal residents of the United States.