Behind The Wheel Scholarship
Scholarship Sponsored by Gelb & Gelb PC
For students who have finally reached the age of legally driving, it can be a big step in growing up. For many, it can be exciting to have the ability to go to school, see friends, go to appointments, and more, all without a parent or guardian driving them there. However, getting a driver’s license is not all fun and games. Being a driver should be taken seriously; not driving responsibly can lead to severe consequences. As car accident lawyers, we believe passionately in educating young drivers and setting them up for success while behind the wheel. For this scholarship, applicants are asked to discuss the importance of being a responsible driver and detail specific tools and tactics that could be taught to young drivers to encourage safety while on the road.
The scholarship winner will be chosen based on the criteria outlined below and awarded $1,000 for their higher education.
Scholarship Eligibility
The eligibility requirements for the Behind The Wheel Scholarship are as follows:
Applicants must be currently enrolled in a community college, undergraduate, or graduate program within the United States. Applicants must have a current GPA of 3.3 or higher. Students enrolled in full-time pass/fail graduate programs are also eligible.
Application Requirements
A complete application for this scholarship must include:
- A Resume with current contact information
- A current academic transcript (clearly showing your Cumulative GPA)
- A 1,000-word essay discussing the importance of safe driving, ways to be responsible on the road, and specific tools to encourage young drivers to be safe while behind the wheel.
Please email your application to Brian Gelb at [email protected]
Deadline
The application deadline is May 31, 2025.
We will notify and announce the winner on June 6, 2025. Please note that we will not issue rejection notices to those not selected this year.
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