Gabe Long Memorial Scholarship Fund Overview

The Gabe Long Memorial Scholarship Fund awards eight $1,000 scholarships each year to high school seniors in Coweta County; two from each public high school (East Coweta, Northgate, and Newnan) and two students who reside in Coweta County but attend a private school, are homeschooled, or are enrolled in an online school.

Eligibility Criteria:

• High School Seniors: Two students from each participating public high school and two from private, homeschool or alternative learning programs that reside in Coweta County.
• GPA Requirement: Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 2.0 (on a 4.0 scale).

Application Components:

To apply for the scholarship, students must submit the following:

• A completed scholarship application form
• A transcript of completed courses
• Two letters of recommendation:
  • Letters of recommendation from two adults who can attest to the applicant’s character and/or qualifications. (The recommendations cannot be from a family member or relative).
• A personal essay outlining educational and career goals, achievements, leadership experiences, community involvement, challenges overcome, and how this scholarship will support your aspirations (250-500 words)

Scholarship Details:

• Amount: Each scholarship is $1,000 and is non-renewable.
• Usage of Funds: The scholarship can be applied towards fees, books, tuition, and/or room and board at an accredited post-secondary institution.
• Deadline: The deadline to submit applications is March 31st, 2026. (Update on 3/31/26: The deadline has been extended to April 1st, 2026 due to technical issues with the submission form.)

Award Presentation:

• Scholarships will be presented at the Awards Ceremony of the recipient’s school.
• Recipients are encouraged to attend the Newnan-Coweta Board's May Membership Meeting for a scholarship presentation if possible. 

Non-Discrimination Policy:

Scholarships will be awarded without regard to race, gender, creed, religion, age, national origin, sexual orientation, or disability.

Additional Notes:

Qualified applicants may be required to attend a personal interview if deemed necessary.