Maxwell Scholarship

Scholarship Sponsored by Edmund F. Maxwell Foundation

Overview The Edmund F. Maxwell Scholarship helps graduating high school seniors from Western Washington attend a four‑year private college in the U.S. For students who begin college in the 2026–27 academic year, the award amount is $5,000 per year. The scholarship may be renewed for up to three additional undergraduate years (a total of four years) if the student makes satisfactory academic progress. Renewal requires a short annual renewal form. Key deadlines and contact - Application (online only) deadline: May 29, 2026 - Supplemental materials (see below) must also arrive by May 29, 2026 - Foundation contact: support@maxwell.org - Mailing address for transcripts (if used): The Edmund F. Maxwell Foundation, PO Box 55548, Seattle, WA 98155 Who is eligible 1. Intended college - You must plan to pursue a four‑year degree at a U.S. accredited private college or university (an institution that is not state funded). 2. Western Washington residency - You qualify as a Western Washington resident if you have lived west of the Cascade Mountains and have attended the last two years of high school (or an approved homeschool program) there. 3. Standardized test scores (optional for 2026–27, but recommended) - The Trustees generally look for combined SAT Evidence-Based Reading & Writing + Math scores ≥ 1200 or ACT composite > 26 for incoming freshmen. For 2026–27, submission of scores is optional but strongly encouraged. The Trustees may, at their discretion, consider applicants with lower scores. How to apply (step-by-step) 1. Create an account - Go to www.maxwell.org and click “Apply Now.” - Register with an email you check regularly. - Complete your student profile to begin the application. 2. Complete the application online and upload the required materials (see next section) - Save your work as you go—applications do not have to be completed in one session. Click “save draft” before leaving. 3. Submit the application electronically by May 29, 2026. Materials you must upload with the online application - A list of extracurricular, personal, and volunteer activities (use the application’s format) - Work experience - Applicant essay — no more than 500 words - Save and upload these materials as PDF files Supplemental materials the Foundation must receive by May 29, 2026 These are submitted separately to the Foundation (not uploaded only to your application portal unless provided by your school). The Foundation will attach received materials to your application. 1. High school transcript (official) - Include first quarter/semester senior year grades. - Delivery options: - Mail to: The Edmund F. Maxwell Foundation, PO Box 55548, Seattle, WA 98155 - Electronic delivery via Parchment (www.parchment.com) — choose “electronic delivery” and send to support@maxwell.org - Email from a high school official (college counselor, principal or vice principal) to support@maxwell.org - Once received, transcripts will be uploaded to your application and viewable under the “My Application” tab. 2. SAT/ACT score report (optional for 2026–27, but highly recommended) - Screenshots are not accepted. Choose one of these verification methods: - Scores reported directly on your official transcript by a school staff member, OR - Electronic delivery from the College Board or ACT to the Foundation. - When ordering electronic reports, use the Foundation’s institutional codes: - College Board (SAT): 6697 - ACT: 7900 (search by code — the name search may not find us) - If you don’t have SAT/ACT scores to report, enter “N/A” in the SAT/ACT field on your application. - Note: Some applicants may qualify for College Board fee waivers — check the College Board website for details. Renewal rules - To receive the scholarship in years 2–4, you must reapply each year using the Foundation’s online renewal form. - Renewals depend on continued eligibility and satisfactory academic progress consistent with the original award criteria. Important notes and practical tips (from a teacher’s perspective) - This scholarship is intended to help with education costs—not to replace institutional grants a college may provide. It can, however, be used to reduce loans or work‑study requirements. - A few colleges reduce institutional aid when outside scholarships are received; if your college has that policy, the Maxwell award may not be available at that institution. Discuss this with your college financial aid office. - Scholarship funds are paid directly to the college or university you will attend. - The Foundation does not discriminate based on race, religion, gender identity, national origin, sexual orientation, or disability. - Start early: request transcripts and score reports well before the May 29 deadline, and save drafts of your application. - If you qualify for need‑based aid, talk to your financial aid advisor to understand how an outside scholarship might change your overall aid package. If you want, I can turn this into a printable checklist you can use to track completion of each item.