James A. Edwards Scholarship Trust

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James A. Edwards Scholarship Trust

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Are you planning to attend a four-year college to pursue your dreams?

Are you planning to attend a four-year college to pursue your dreams?Are you planning to attend a four-year college to pursue your dreams?Are you planning to attend a four-year college to pursue your dreams?

Explore our website to see if you are eligible to receive an undergraduate college scholarship. 

Current Application Window Opens January 1, 2025

Are you planning to attend a four-year college to pursue your dreams?

Are you planning to attend a four-year college to pursue your dreams?Are you planning to attend a four-year college to pursue your dreams?Are you planning to attend a four-year college to pursue your dreams?

Explore our website to see if you are eligible to receive an undergraduate college scholarship. 

Current Application Window Opens January 1, 2025

James A. Edwards Undergraduate Scholarships

General Scholarships

We offer scholarships to current undergraduate students attending the University of South Florida. Our scholarships are generally $5,000 annually but can vary.  Our scholarships can allow students to overcome financial obstacles and better enable them to focus on their academic and personal growth. 

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Children of Fallen Soldiers or First Responders

 We are honored to offer scholarships to the children of fallen soldiers and first responders, recognizing the sacrifices made by their families. These scholarships provide essential financial support, helping to ease the burden of educational expenses and ensure that these students have the opportunity to achieve their academic dreams. By supporting the education of these deserving individuals, we aim to honor the legacy of their loved ones and contribute to their future success.  Once all other aid has been exhausted such as government funded John Fry Scholarships, we offer scholarships for uncovered approved education costs as outlined in our FAQs.

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The 2025-2026 Application Window: Jan 1, 2025- April 15, 2025

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Download the PDF or Word application and complete it on your own.  Email the completed application to jerry@jerryogle.com

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Frequently Asked Questions

Please reach us at jerry@jerryogle.com if you cannot find an answer to your question.

January 1, 2025 through April 15, 2025

Award recipients are targeted to be identified around May 31, 2025

Yes.    An accredited institution will generally be accredited by HLC, MSCHE, NECHE, NWCCU, SACSCOC, or WASC. Any other accreditation will require approval by the Trustee.

The following are relevant factors that may be used: financial need, academic records, character, domestic life, extracurricular activities, and social value of the applicant's goals.

Scholarships will generally be for $5,000 annually and 50% disbursed in each of the fall and spring semester. Trustee has discretion to award more or less amounts for each scholarship.  

Approximately twenty scholarships will be awarded annually. Trustee has discretion to award more or less quantities.  

Any awarded scholarship proceeds you receive will be solely used for the pursuit of an undergraduate degree at an accredited institution and for any of the following purposes:

  • Tuition and fees required for enrollment or attendance at accredited institution
  • Fees, books, supplies, and equipment required for courses at such institution
  • Room and board 

In the event any proceeds were not used for these purposes, the Trust will require the funds to be returned to the Trust.

You will be required to submit proof of enrollment prior to each semester’s disbursement. 

You will also be required to submit your official grades after each semester (no later than 14 days of its availability) and prior to receiving any subsequent disbursements. 

 You agree to provide a written notification via email no later 14 days after a semester as to how much total scholarship/grants/nonrepayable aid was received as well as the total amount spent toward each of the 3 approved categories bulleted above. You agree that if your total scholarship/grants/nonrepayable aid was in excess of your approved costs, you will be required to return the excess amount for that semester and could also be subject to a reduction in the amount you could receive for a subsequent semester.  

Recipients are eligible to reapply each year during their undergraduate degree if they are in full compliance with the terms and conditions.

About James A. Edwards

Jim Edwards had a passion about education, hard work, and integrity.  He mentored and positively impacted many people during his life and decided to continue the legacy after his passing through this Scholarship Trust.  Jim was born in 1927 in Meadville, PA.  He received a bachelor's degree from Allegheny College and served in the Navy during the Korean War.   He worked in Lawrenceburg Kentucky for approximately 3 decades at Universal Fastners and retired as the VP of Finance and Treasurer.  He also served on the Board of Directors.  


Jim volunteered in many ways including: 

Anderson County Library - Chairman of Board

Rotary Club - President

First Christian Church - Elder and Chairman of Board


Jim was a semi-professional musician and played the trumpet for many years.  He also took up sailing during his retirement years in Florida.  He loved history, reading, and traveling.


Most of all, Jim loved his family and people.  His first marriage was to Doris Edwards and they had four children.  Jim's second marriage was in retirement to Glenda Edwards.  They spent over 25 years of marriage in Florida together.  He had many children and grandchildren that he mentored and supported throughout his life.  His wit and sense of humor brightened all around him until the very end when he passed on April 15, 2024 at the age of 96 in Bradenton, FL.  


The scholarship was born out of Jim's life experiences:  his humble beginnings, service to his country, hard work academically and professionally, and love for his fellow man.  Our goal is that each recipient feel the light and love that Jim brought to the world while pursuing their dreams.

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