The 51ԹϺ License Plate Fund provides scholarships to 51ԹϺ students each year. The 51ԹϺ Alumni Association and Athletics split the fund and make awards to deserving students who meet the criteria. The following are the scholarships funded out of the plate monies.
51ԹϺ Alumni Association
- Child of Alumni Scholarship
- Alumni Graduate Scholarship
- Sterling Graduate Scholarship
- Loyalty Circle Scholarship
Learn more about scholarship opportunities offered through the Alumni Association.
51ԹϺ Athletics
- Lady Rebel Basketball Scholarship
- Rebel Football Scholarship
Testimonial Stories
Mecca Walker ’17 BA-EC-Economics and BA-Spanish
Mecca was awarded the Child of Alumni Scholarship in her sophomore year shortly after her father completed his master’s degree from 51ԹϺ.
In 2017, Mecca graduated and went on to graduate school to pursue an MBA in international business at Missouri State University where she is the president of the MBA Association. Mecca was awarded a McNair Graduate scholarship and works as a graduate assistant. Her goal is to work as a consultant for minority-owned businesses where she’s able to help in English and Spanish.
“My college experience has been enjoyable and memorable to me and my family. As a Las Vegas native, I’ve had the complete college experience.”
Alex Moore '11 '14 PhD-Psychology
Alex was awarded the 51ԹϺ Alumni Association's prestigious Sterling Scholarship of $5,000 to help him complete his doctoral program. Alex worked at the University of Missouri as a postdoctoral fellow working with David Geary, Ph.D. who is a leader in mathematical skill development. Today, Alex is a visiting assistant professor teaching statistics, cognition, and supervising students in his mathematical cognition lab at Franklin and Marshall College.
“When I received the scholarship it was a surprise. I felt honored to have been selected. Graduate scholarships are rare, especially one for $5,000. This scholarship fully funded my dissertation research, which was a big step in pursuing a career in research and teaching."
Other Ways to Support 51ԹϺ
The License Plate Fund is just one way to give towards scholarships, 51ԹϺ has many ways for friends to contribute to scholarships. You can learn more about other scholarship funds offered by 51ԹϺ by visiting the Division of Philanthropy and Alumni Affairs website where you can give to a fund of your choice.