M. E. Singleton Scholarship Trust

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the requirements to qualify for this scholarship?
  • Graduating High School Senior
  • Desire to attend a college or university
  • Reside in Ellis County, Venus, Cleburne, Burleson, Stephenville, or Weatherford
What factors contribute to the trustees' selections?
  • Income of family versus household situation
  • Grades in high school
  • Previous work experience
  • Previous volunteer experience
  • Sincere desire
  • Dual credit courses taken
  • Activities participated in during high school
If I receive this scholarship, how will it be dispersed?
  • A CNB scholarship account will be opened for the student at CNB of Texas
  • $1,000 will be deposited into this account in January for Spring Semester and in August for Fall Semester (pending requirements have been met) for a maxium of $8,000
What would I have to do to keep this scholarship?
  • Remain enrolled in at least twelve credit hours every Fall and Spring semester
  • Maintain at least a 2.0 cumulative GPA
  • Submit grades and new schedule after each semester
Can the application be printed and completed by hand?
  • Unfortunately, this is no longer an option. You must complete the application and submit the required documents on the scholarship website

Can I recieve payment for Summer and Winter semesters?

  • No, the scholarship payments have been set up to be paid out for the Fall and Spring semesters only