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Eligibility Requirements in Mexico

Gallagher Scholar Candidates are citizens of Mexico who reflect academic achievement and evidence of leadership potential. Race, gender, and religion are not considered as factors in scholarship selection. Nine Candidates will be selected to interview with Gallagher Foundation Representatives. Individuals selected as Candidates for the Gallagher Scholarship meet the following criteria:

VALUES

A Gallagher Scholar Candidate shows evidence of a high level of ethical values, which include:

  • Belief that progress can be achieved without violence 
  • Commitment to making a difference in their country
  • Traits which align with the Gallagher Foundation Traits of Distinguished Leaders

ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS

Gallagher Scholar Candidates possess and show evidence of unusual intelligence and ability:

  • Major of Choice:
    • Architecture
    • Business
    • Education
    • Engineering
    • History
    • Law
    • Language
    • Math
    • Philosophy
    • Political Science
    • Psychology
    • Science
    • Technology
  • Minimum GPA: 95
  • Minimum PAA: 1400

LEADERSHIP REQUIREMENTS

Gallagher Scholar Candidates display evidence of leadership determination and potential through their involvement in leadership activities including, but not limited to:

  • Special projects
  • Awards received
  • Extracurricular activities
  • Service work

FINANCIAL REQUIREMENTS

Gallagher Scholar Candidates come from economically disadvantaged backgrounds displaying evidence of financial need.

APPLICATION DOCUMENTATION REQUIRED

This application includes four short essay questions and requires the following document uploads:

  • Letter of Reference
  • Copy of Official High School Transcript
  • Proof of Testing Scores
  • A Photograph of You
  • Proof of Income or Copies of Paychecks

Application Timeline

The application process for the 2021-22 academic year has concluded.  The timeline for the 2022 application process will be posted here in November 2021.