Excellence in Education Scholarship
Fueling academic success
This scholarship provides financial assistance to graduating high school seniors who are planning to pursue an undergraduate, associate, or technical degree in science, technology, engineering, math (STEM) or business from an accredited school or university.
The Motiva Excellence in Education Community Scholarship is available to outstanding high school seniors that reside in areas surrounding our Port Arthur Manufacturing Complex and distribution operations.
Basic Eligibility:
Be a high school senior
Be a citizen or legal resident of the United States
Not be a dependent of a Motiva employee
Be planning to pursue a STEM or business-related, four-year, two-year, or technical degree from an accredited school or university
Attend one of the following high schools in Southeast Texas:
Memorial High, Port Arthur
Woodrow Wilson Early College, Port Arthur
Port Neches-Groves
Bob Hope School, Port Arthur
Tekoa Academy, Port Arthur
Sabine Pass
Hardin-Jefferson
Nederland
Hamshire-Fannett
Northside, Houston
How to Apply:
To apply, please contact your school's guidance counselor.
“At Motiva, we are committed to investing in the next generation of our nation’s workforce through our Excellence in Education Scholarship Program.”
Jeff Rinker
President and CEO, Motiva
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Motiva Awards $260,000 in Scholarships to 43 Students
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