BBB Foundation's Students of Integrity Scholarship
Scholarship Sponsored by Better Business Bureau Foundation
Overview
Each year the Better Business Bureau Integrity Foundation honors outstanding high school seniors from the Middle Tennessee and Southern Kentucky region who exemplify principled decision-making and ethical leadership at school and in their communities. A panel of judges selects scholarship recipients to receive a $1,000 award, which is paid directly to the accredited college, university, or trade school the student plans to attend.
Since the scholarship began in 2005, the BBB Integrity Foundation has granted more than $100,000 in awards to students in Middle Tennessee and Southern Kentucky.
Purpose and Evaluation Criteria
The Student of Integrity Scholarship recognizes graduating high school seniors who demonstrate strong moral character across four areas: leadership, community service, personal integrity, and academic record. The BBB Integrity Foundation Board of Directors supports this program as part of its effort to promote ethical behavior in the marketplace by recognizing young people of exceptional character.
Who May Apply
- High school seniors graduating in Spring 2026.
- Students enrolled in schools served by BBB of Middle TN & Southern KY.
- Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.
- Intention to continue education at an accredited college, university, or trade school.
Additional applicant notes:
- Awards are issued directly to accredited institutions on behalf of recipients.
- Immediate family members of BBB staff and Board members are ineligible.
- Submitted materials become the property of BBB of Middle TN & Southern KY and will not be returned; please keep a copy for your records.
Application Requirements (must be submitted online)
- Completed online application form.
- One recommendation letter from a school official (guidance counselor, principal, or another academic leader).
- One recommendation letter from someone outside the school (employer, coach, mentor, etc.). No family members.
- Documentation supporting community service, leadership activities, and academic achievements.
- Current high school transcript (copy).
- Personal essay.
Selection Process
A judging panel reviews applications and supporting materials and determines recipients based on the program’s integrity-focused criteria.