BURGER KING® Scholars Program
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible to apply?
An eligible applicant must be a current high school senior who will be enrolling full-time in the fall of the scholarship year. The applicant must also have a 2.5 or higher GPA, work part-time for at least 15 hours per week, demonstrate financial need, and participate in community service and extracurricular activities.
When can I apply?
Students can apply online between October 15, 2007 and February 15, 2008.
How do I get an application?
Applications are available online only. Applicants can apply at www.scholarshipadministrators.net Access key: BKS
I have several potential school choices. Which one should I list on the application?
The student should put their first college/university choice on the application. It will be the recipient's responsibility to make certain Scholarship Programs Administrators, Inc. (SPA) is aware of the student's final choice so their check can be issued accordingly.
What are the selection criteria?
A Selection Committee which has no connection with BURGER KING® will evaluate the applications and select the winners. The use of this independent committee is designed to ensure the impartiality and confidentiality of the selection process. In evaluating the applicants, the committee will consider the applicants' financial need, community involvement, extracurricular activities, letters of reference and academic achievements or records, and work experience.
What are the details of the award?
The scholarship is a one time, non-renewable amount of $1,000.
Does the applicant have to be employed at a BURGER KING® restaurant to be eligible for a scholarship?
No, the student does not have to be employed at a BURGER KING® restaurant; however, BURGER KING® employees may be eligible to apply.
Is a home-school student eligible to apply to the program?
Yes, considering that the student meets the criteria of the Program.
How do I know that my application was received?
To check the status of your application, go to www.scholarshipadministrators.net and click the 'Check Application Status' link. Enter your Application Identification Number (AIN), first name and last name. Then click Submit.
What if I need to make changes to my application?
To make changes to your application, go to www.scholarshipadministrators.net and click the "APPLY for a new scholarship" link. Using Login Option 2, enter your access key (BKS), AIN, and name to re-enter the application process. Click on each tab until you reach the section that needs to be corrected or updated; make changes as necessary and print a new cover page for your records. You do not have to resubmit paperwork unless there is a change in test scores or class rank and/or size, prior to the postmark deadline.
How long before a winner is determined?
Semi-finalists for the BURGER KING® Scholars Program will be determined two weeks after the deadline. At that point, semi-finalists will be notified of additional documents that will be needed. Non-winners will be notified via e-mail.
When do I get my check?
Scholarship checks will be mailed on or about July 15, 2008. It is the recipient's responsibility to notify SPA should the award check not arrive on or about 30 days from the issue date.
How do you issue the checks?
Scholarship checks are made payable to the college or university only, and are mailed to the student's permanent home address. It is the student's responsibility to deliver the award check to his/her institution's financial office.
How may my award check be applied and can I have it made payable to me?
Scholarship funds are to be applied to educational expenses, which include tuition, fees, and books required for course load. Checks are made payable to the college or university only.
If I'm a winner, how will I be notified?
Approximately two months after the deadline, we will have determined winners for the scholarships. We will first attempt to reach winners via e-mail. If we do not receive a reply in 10 days, we will attempt to contact winners via the phone numbers provided in the application.
If I do not win a scholarship, how will I be notified?
Approximately two months after the deadline, we will have determined winners for the scholarships. Once we confirm that the winners remain eligible to receive the award, we will send an e-mail to applicants who were not named as winners. Past experience indicates that e-mails are sometimes not received or successfully delivered. Be certain to provide us with your most current e-mail address.
Can I receive feedback on my application if I do not win?
No. Winners are selected by an impartial selection committees that includes experienced educators and professionals. Decisions of the selection committees are final and are not subject to appeal.
If my mailing or college information changes, how can I update it?
If, after the program deadline, you need to change or update your mailing or e-mail address, and/or college information ONLY, you can do so by going to www.scholarshipadministrators.net and click the 'Edit Mailing Address' or 'Edit College Information' link. Enter your AIN, first and last name. Click the 'Edit Address/College' button and make the necessary changes.
Any changes to your actual application must be done through the application process BEFORE the program deadline. Once the deadline has passed, you will not be able to update or access your application. If there are any corrections to your first or last name, e-mail the detailed information along with your AIN to info@spaprog.com.
Are scholarships taxable?
Tax laws vary by country. For example, in the United States, scholarship funds used exclusively for the payment of tuition or textbooks are normally not taxable. The scholarship recipient is responsible for taxes, if any, that may be assessed against your scholarship award. We recommend consulting your tax advisor for more guidance.
Where do I send my completed application packet(s)?
Mail your complete application packet(s) with all supporting documents postmarked by the appropriate deadline listed on the cover page, to:
BURGER KING® Scholars Program
c/o Scholarship Program Administrators, Inc.
P.O. Box 23737
Nashville, Tennessee 37202-3737
Whom should I contact if I have any questions?
For assistance with your online application, please contact:
J.R. Simon
Scholarship Programs Administrators, Inc. (SPA)
E-mail: jrsimon@scholarshipadministrators.com
For questions regarding the BURGER KING® Scholars Program, please contact:
Barby Dorado
BURGER KING® Scholars Program
P: (305) 378-3186
F: (305) 378-7380
E-mail: bdorado@whopper.com