Transcending Through Education Foundation

The Transcending Through Education Foundation is a non-profit organization based in Providence, RI, dedicated to supporting individuals in their pursuit of higher education. They prioritize candidates with a strong academic record, leadership qualities, and unmet financial need, offering scholarships to eligible applicants who have overcome significant challenges and demonstrate a commitment to their educational goals.

Applicants must submit academic transcripts, including GED or SAT scores if applicable, and answer essay questions related to their short and long-term goals, personal challenges, and experiences in leadership and education. The foundation evaluates applications and awards scholarships based on the cost of the awardee's academic program, with a maximum scholarship amount of $1,000. Eligibility requires being an inmate at the Rhode Island Department of Corrections or having been released within the past year, holding a high school diploma or G.E.D., and being accepted to an institution of higher education.

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