Avis Peters Scholarship
FOR SENIORS
The North Shore branch of the NAACP is excited to announce the 2025 application process for the Avis Peters Scholarship. The Avis Peters Scholarship was established in honor of Ms. Peters, a supporter of the NAACP. Our branch awards one $2,500 scholarship to a student (any major/area of study), accepted to a four-year institution, exhibits leadership skills, and is active in school and community.
Eligible students are:
- Graduating high-school seniors in spring/summer 2025
- Maintaining a GPA of 3.0 or higher (or equivalent)
- Living in the North Shore MA region
- A member of the Black, African-American, or African diaspora
The scholarship can be applied toward covering the cost of tuition, fees, and books.
To apply, submit a completed application form with responses to two very short essay questions, plus a letter of reference and a transcript using this link:. https://form.jotform.com/251216112136139
Applicants who meet the eligibility criteria will also receive a year’s membership to the North Shore branch of the NAACP.