Larry F Ball Memorial Scholarship

Scholarship Sponsored by Charity Smith

Larry F. Ball Memorial Scholarship — Quick Reference

Description
The Larry F. Ball Memorial Scholarship is an annual award intended to support a female Ohio resident pursuing a bachelor’s degree at a four‑year college or university in Ohio. The scholarship is competitive and awarded once each year during the Fall semester. The application is made available online and applicants are invited to apply according to the scholarship’s published timeline.
- Key takeaways:
- Annual memorial scholarship for female Ohio residents
- Supports bachelor’s-degree students at four‑year Ohio institutions
- Application is posted online and the award is given in Fall

Eligibility
**Gender & Residency:** Applicants must be female and a resident of Ohio.
**Enrollment & Accreditation:** Applicants must be enrolled at a four‑year, U.S.‑accredited college or university located in Ohio (any year of study).
**Service Commitment & Citizenship:** Candidates must demonstrate current community service and a commitment to future service, and must be U.S. citizens.
**Recommendation:** A letter of recommendation from a non‑family member is required.
- Key takeaways:
- Female Ohio resident required
- Enrollment at a four‑year, Ohio, U.S.-accredited institution
- Demonstrated/community service commitment and U.S. citizenship
- Letter of recommendation from a non‑family member required

Award Value
The scholarship amount is $4,000.00. Funds are designated for educational expenses and will be applied directly to the recipient’s college account; the scholarship does not pay funds directly to the student. This award is intended to offset tuition, books, and school fees.
- Key takeaways:
- Award amount: $4,000.00
- Paid directly to the recipient’s college account
- Usable for tuition, books, and school fees only

Application Process & Materials
**How to Apply:** The application is available online; applicants should follow the posted application steps and submit required documents through the scholarship’s online portal.
**Required Materials:** At minimum, applicants must provide the completed online application and a letter of recommendation from a non‑family member. Additional application details and any supplemental requirements will be listed on the online application page.
- Key takeaways:
- Apply via the online application portal
- Mandatory: completed application + non‑family recommendation letter
- Check the online listing for any additional submission details

Application Timeline
The application deadline is mid‑April each year. The scholarship recipient is selected for the same calendar year and the award is issued only once during the Fall semester. Applicants should plan to meet the mid‑April deadline to be considered for that year’s Fall award.
- Key takeaways:
- Application deadline: mid‑April annually
- Award is granted for the same year and issued in Fall
- Submit materials by the posted deadline to be considered

Disbursement & Recipient Requirements
If selected, the recipient must provide the scholarship administrator with the exact name and student ID for the college where funds will be sent. The recipient must also supply the university’s name, the Financial Aid Office contact name, and the mailing/address information for where the award should be delivered. Once these details are provided, the $4,000 award will be sent to the institution’s account for the recipient’s use on allowable educational expenses.
- Key takeaways:
- Selected recipient must provide name and student ID
- Provide university name, Financial Aid contact, and mailing address
- Scholarship funds are sent to the institution’s account, not to the student

Restrictions & Recipient Conditions
The scholarship is awarded only once and recipients may not reapply for the same award in subsequent years. Eligible recipients may be enrolled in any year of undergraduate study (first through fourth year). Nontraditional students are explicitly welcome to apply under the same eligibility criteria.
- Key takeaways:
- One‑time award; no reapplication by recipients in later years
- Open to students in any undergraduate year (1st–4th)
- Nontraditional students are eligible

History of the Award
The award is issued in memory of Larry F. Ball and carries his name as the memorial designation. It is administered and communicated by the scholarship administrators; the most recent applicant correspondence was signed by Heidi M. Ball. The award’s annual cadence and focus on community service reflect its memorial purpose.
- Key takeaways:
- Named the Larry F. Ball Memorial Scholarship
- Administered annually with a focus on community service
- Recent communications have been signed by Heidi M. Ball

Good luck with your application. For specific application links, submission instructions, or any updates, consult the online scholarship posting or contact the scholarship administrators directly.