Bonner Scholars are selected based upon their scholarship, service activities, and financial need. The Program is interested in selecting students who have a desire to participate in service work throughout their careers at Berea College. The Admissions counselors screen applications as the come in and send information/application packets to candidates who meet the selection criteria. Each year fifteen freshmen are selected to be Bonner Scholars. Their labor position is with the Bonner Program. (See current program descriptions.)

The Advisory Board makes the final selection of students based on the following criteria:

• Has been admitted to Berea College
• Has demonstrated significant community service at school, church, or in the home community;
• Has demonstrated a commitment to making connections between service interests and initiatives and academic life.

For more information, contact Luceara Cross, Bonner Scholars Coordinator.