May 25, 2010 — The Jefferson Scholars Foundation has announced its 27-member Jefferson Scholars Class of 2014. The students – from 13 states, England, Scotland and South Korea – will enter the University of Virginia in August.
The merit-based Jefferson Scholars program provides stipends to cover the complete cost of attending the University, including tuition, room and board, books and other University-related expenses. It also includes leadership training and foreign travel/study.
The sole criteria for selection are demonstrated excellence and exceptional potential in the areas of leadership, scholarship and citizenship. The newest Jefferson Scholars were selected after a rigorous process that began with a record 1,226 nominees from across the country and the globe. The list was pared to 101 finalists, who participated in the 30th annual Jefferson Scholars Selection Weekend in March, from which the recipients emerged.
