Celebrating the Reardan seniors who lead, serve, and show up.
The Discover Reardan Merit Scholarship recognizes a graduating senior from Reardan High School who has paired a strong academic record with real leadership and service to the community, and who is ready to carry that same drive into college, university, or a trade.
An independent community scholarship. Discover Reardan and the Discover Reardan Merit Scholarship are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or officially connected to the Reardan-Edwall School District, Reardan High School, or the Town of Reardan. Full notice at the bottom of this page.
A small award with a clear purpose: to ease the cost of that first year after high school, and to tell a deserving student that their community is behind them.
Each year the scholarship awards $500 to one Reardan High School senior whose record reflects strong academics, genuine leadership, and meaningful service. By investing in its young scholars, the Reardan community helps cultivate a new generation of leaders and professionals who will give back, both here at home and well beyond it.
What to know first
Who can apply
You are a good fit for this scholarship if all of the following describe you.
You are a graduating senior at Reardan High School.
You carry a cumulative GPA of at least 3.00 on a 4.00 scale.
You have been active in extracurriculars, community service, or leadership.
You have been accepted to an accredited college, university, or trade school.
You will submit an essay on this year’s topic, described below.
Four things to send us
Gather these materials and submit them together to Discover Reardan by the deadline.
Official transcript
Your official high school transcript, showing your cumulative GPA.
Proof of acceptance
A letter or document confirming your acceptance to an accredited post-secondary institution.
Your essay
A 500 to 1,000 word essay responding to the 2027 topic below.
Anything else that helps
Optional letters of recommendation, an activities resume, or other materials that round out your application.
Optional but encouragedSubmit everything to Discover Reardan by April 30, 2027. See the contact details below for where to send your application.
Reflect on a significant challenge you faced during high school and how you overcame it. Share what it taught you, and how it has shaped who you are becoming and what you hope to do next.
500 to 1,000 wordsHow the recipient is chosen
Representatives of Discover Reardan review every application and select one recipient. Decisions weigh the whole picture of a student, not any single number.
If you are a Reardan senior, this one is for you. Whatever your plans after graduation, we hope you will apply, and we wish every applicant well.
Read the complete Official Rules
The full terms, including eligibility, deadlines, selection, publicity, and how the award is paid, are set out in the scholarship’s Official Rules. Please review them before you apply.
Questions, or ready to apply?
Reach out any time before the deadline. We are glad to answer questions about eligibility, materials, or the essay, and this is also where you send your completed application.
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Notice of Non-Affiliation & Disclaimer
Discover Reardan and the Discover Reardan Merit Scholarship are not affiliated with, associated with, authorized by, endorsed by, or in any way officially connected with the Reardan-Edwall School District, Reardan High School, or the Town of Reardan. All school, district, and municipal names, mascots, and trademarks referenced here are the property of their respective owners and are used for identification and informational purposes only. This scholarship is offered and administered independently by Discover Reardan, which is operated by Steinwood Investments, LLC. Award amounts, eligibility requirements, deadlines, and other details are subject to change and are provided for general informational purposes only; the scholarship’s Official Rules govern in the event of any conflict. Please confirm current details with Discover Reardan before applying. In any emergency, call 911.