Ben Franklin High School

Since 1962, the Franklin Educational Foundation has provided scholarships that have helped thousands of Franklin students achieve their dream of a college education. The scholarship funds come from our donors who affirm that a higher education should be available to high-achieving students regardless of their financial limitations. Each year, as ou... r foundation has become financially stronger, we have continued to increase our awards to give larger awards to more students. 2015 was a landmark year for the Foundation -- the first year that the amount of our awards exceeded $150,000. We awarded scholarships to 130 college-bound students in the total amount of $152,000. The qualifications for Foundation scholarships are rigorous. Applications are evaluated as follows: 40% based on GPA, 40% based on financial need, and 20% based on demonstrated leadership and involvement in school and community activities. The awards range from $900 to $1,500 for all students except the three top selected students, who receive The Tenner/Wright Award in the amount of $9,600 spread over the four years the recipients remain enrolled in college.Read More