The Mariposa County Board of REALTORS® would like to invite high school students to apply for the annual Mariposa County Board of REALTORS® Scholarship. In 1976 the Mariposa Board of REALTORS® established its scholarship fund, inviting local high school students to apply for consideration.

Over the years, scholarships have been awarded to 63 college bound graduates in amounts varying from $200 to $3,000. Thus far, $64,200 has been given in scholarships.

As colleges announce limits on numbers of incoming freshmen along with increased tuition and fees, the Mariposa County Board o REALTORS® recognizes how valuable scholarships are for local youth.

Below is the general information and criteria for the scholarship:

Applications can be picked up from school counselors or advisor.

Home schooled and independent study students are welcome to apply if they meet the criteria.

Applications are due by Thursday, April 15, at the counseling office of the student’s school or at the office of MCBOR, P.O. Box 1003, Mariposa.

Applicant must be a resident of Mariposa County and must be a high school graduate in 2010 or received their GED between July 1, 2010 to June 30, 2010.

All students are encouraged to apply regardless of their class standing or GPA. Vocational and trade schools, as well as college aspirants will be considered.

For more information please contact the Mariposa County Board of REALTORS® at mcbr@sti.net or call 966-4937.