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Basic Information

Deadline:
March 3, 2026
GPA Requirement:
Yes

Description

The Harvey V. Underwood Science Scholarship was established in 2003 by Harvey’s family, friends, and colleagues. Harvey V. Underwood began teaching at Manchester High School in the 1960s. He was a challenging teacher whose love of biology and curiosity about life was infectious. Selection will be based on academic performance (especially in science), community involvement, citizenship, character, and a written statement.

Eligibility Requirements

  • Manchester High School graduate (current year) or a previous year's scholarship recipient
  • Full-time student pursuing a four-year undergraduate degree in life science, physical science, or science education from an accredited institution of higher learning
  • Minimum accumulated GPA of 7.0 on an 11.0 scale or the equivalent

This scholarship is administered by the Community Foundation of Wabash County.

Eligibility Criteria

Residency:
Wabash County
High Schools:
Manchester High School
Fields of Study:
BIOLOGICAL AND BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES, Biology, General, Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology, Zoology/Animal Biology, Zoology/Animal Biology, Genetics, Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography, Neuroscience