Corey G. Ingram Memorial Scholarship
The Corey G. Ingram Memorial Scholarship was established in honor of beloved hero Corey Ingram. Corey was born and raised in Poughkeepsie, New York. He graduated from Poughkeepsie High School in 2006 before attending Dutchess Community College. After a few semesters at DCC, Corey joined the US Navy where he served for over 8 years before making the ultimate sacrifice in August of 2017.
To honor Corey and give back to the community he loved so dearly, the Ingram family has created this scholarship in his name for Poughkeepsie High School seniors to help them pay for school after graduation. The family hopes this scholarship will help carry on his legacy and may the memories of him live on forever.
The scholarship will be awarded to an individual who will be a student enrolled in 2- and 4-year colleges, universities, or trade schools. It may be used for tuition, books, and fees.
Amount of Award(s):
Minimum $1,000
Number of Awards:
1
Type of Award:
One-time scholarship payable to school
Conditions For Continuation:
Not Renewable
Current High School:
Poughkeepsie High School
Current Level of Education:
High School Senior
Eligibility Requirements:
– Graduating from Poughkeepsie High School
– Demonstrated financial need
– Preference to students from an underrepresented population with a GPA of C+ to B+ range
Alternative Materials:
None
Application Details:
With your completed Online Application, you will also need to attach the following:
– Essay topic: “If you were the mayor of Poughkeepsie what changes would you implement and why?” (typed, limit to one page or 250 words).
– Most recent high school transcript.
– Copy of your FAFSA Submission Summary and Student Aid Index (SAI), which you will receive when your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) has been completed and submitted.
– Two current letters of recommendation from teachers/guidance counselor, clergy or persons other than family members who are familiar with your skills and abilities. These letters must have been written within the last six months.
Deadline:
Applications must be submitted online with all attachments by 11:59pm on March 15, 2025.
