Application Process
The 2023 Application Process is closed. Look for the 2024 Application Process posted here in January or early February; we are eager to help you achieve your dreams!
How You Can Become a Bernie Scholar
Who May Apply:
- Tenants receiving a rental housing subsidy in Montgomery County, Maryland
- Applicants must not exceed HUD household income limits
- Must have a minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA
- “Dreamers” who have attended a Montgomery County high school for three years starting 2005-2006 school year
- Graduating high school seniors and adults with a GED or high school diploma
- Applicants may or may not have some college or workforce development certification training
- New Applicants and Applicants who are prior scholarship recipients and need more award funds to complete their college degree or workforce development certification