To assist people going into the real estate profession to obtain a quality real estate education.

Purpose
To provide scholarships for qualified and worthy students from a Kern County high school, Community College or University. Priority consideration is give to those who are pursuing a course of study in real estate or some allied field thereof at the college or graduate level. However, all students are always invited to apply.

General Information
Scholarships are considered twice a year. Applications need to be submitted by January 15th and August 15th of each year. Applications may be submitted at any time and will be held for the next period of consideration. High school students may not apply until after high school graduation and receipt of grades. At the end of each school term, each holder of a scholarship is invited to apply for consideration of scholarship renewal.

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate of a Kern County high school or a student at or graduate from a Kern County Community College or University.
• Priority is given to those pursuing a course of study in real estate or some allied field.
• At time of application, must be enrolled in a Community College or University. Proof of enrollment must be provided.

Awards
Awards may vary in amount. They are given on a semester basis. Up to $500 for 2-year college students and up to $1,000 for 4-year college students.

Background Information
The Bakersfield Association of REALTORS® Scholarship Trust Fund was established in 1971. The initial funds were contributions from REALTORS® who believed that the industry could be enhanced by providing quality education to those working toward a real estate career and that the industry had much to offer to those wishing to build a career.

The first scholarship trustees were E. L. "Jack" Armstrong, John W. Hatcher, Elmer F. Karpe, Kenneth A. Shelton and Robert D. Watson. The Scholarship Trust is currently managed by five trustees who are REALTOR® members of the Bakersfield Association of REALTORS®.

Funds for the trust come from donations and fundraising efforts.