The True Blue Legacy Scholarship is designed to identify and support a new Beaufort Academy student throughout his/her Upper School tenure at Beaufort Academy.  Founded anonymously by Beaufort Academy supporters, this award focuses on identifying well-rounded critical thinkers who wish to cultivate their intellectual curiosity, strength of character and sense of responsibility while enrolled at Beaufort Academy.  Applicants must demonstrate academic excellence and have a desire to serve in the community while possessing strong ambition, have a winning attitude, and demonstrate courage, clarity and character. 

New students in rising 8th - 12th grades who have completed a new student application and submitted required admission documents are encouraged to apply. It consists of an online application, essay, (2) online teacher recommendations, and a personal interview for the final candidates by the True Blue Legacy Scholarship Committee.

The recipient of the scholarship will receive a full tuition scholarship (not including athletic or enrollment fees), up to four consecutive Upper School academic years while enrolled at Beaufort Academy.

The requirements to secure and maintain the True Blue Legacy Scholarship are:

• The recipient must earn at least a 85 (mid-range B) in all classes throughout Upper School.
• The recipient must be an active Beaufort Academy Student Ambassador. 
• The recipient must be active in leadership roles at Beaufort Academy.
• The recipient must be active in at least two extracurricular offerings at Beaufort Academy. 
• The recipient must be active in one community organization. 

What does the True Blue Legacy student look like? Who should apply? 

• B or better students who can answer the following questions with a “Yes” can and should apply. 
  • Are you the kind of student who knows when to step up and take a leadership role and when to follow?
  • Are you the unsung hero in some cases who does the right thing and seeks no recognition?  
  • Can you describe situations where you have shown courage, clarity, and/or character?  
  • Would financial assistance help you begin your enrollment at Beaufort Academy?

The completed application deadline is June 15, 2025. All applicants must be academically accepted by June 6, 2025 to be eligible. Interviews for final candidates will be held at the end of June. All decisions and notifications will be made by July 15, 2025.

To apply, contact Mrs. Lisa Gallagher to start the enrollment process. 

STUDENT APPLICANT INFORMATION

TEACHER RECOMMENDATION CONTACT INFORMATION
Submit the names and contact information of two current teachers who will complete a confidential recommendation of your application potential. 

ESSAY SUBMISSION

Please attach an original typed essay with at least three paragraphs that articulates an example of where you have shown any or all three of the following attributes:

1. Courage:  to speak and act on fact and conviction
2. Clarity:  articulate verbally and in writing complex subjects simply
3. Character:  act with humility and integrity-do what you say you will do

Please make sure applicant’s name is included in the document and submitted in PDF form. 

By submitting the following online scholarship application and checking the "Agree" box below, I indicate that I would like to be considered for the Beaufort Academy True Blue Legacy Scholarship and that I understand the responsibilities required of me should I be selected as the recipient. Should I be unable to meet these requirements, I understand that any future scholarship funds will be forfeited.