DOTHAN, Ala. (WDNews) — High school seniors whose parents or legal guardians receive electricity from Dothan Utilities may qualify for a $2,500 scholarship through the 2027 Energy Southeast Power Up Scholarship Program.
Eligible students must attend an accredited college, university, community college or vocational or trade school in Alabama. Their household must remain an electric customer of a participating utility from the time they apply through high school graduation.
Each participating utility may provide four scholarships: two for students attending four-year colleges or universities and two for students pursuing community college, vocational or trade school programs.
Applications and all required documents must be received by Feb. 12, 2027. Late or incomplete applications will not be considered.
Required documents include an official high school transcript, ACT or SAT scores, an activities resume, two recommendation letters from people other than relatives and a copy of a recent electric bill.
Scholarships will be announced in the spring and paid directly to the recipients’ schools.
Students can apply at energysoutheast.com/scholarship. For more information, contact scholarship coordinator Jennifer Stinson at 334-387-3502 or jennifer@energysoutheast.com.