Bonner Program Requirements
The Bonner Scholars Program is based on the premise that young people care about others and, given the opportunity, will become active and involved in the local community. It is also based on the understanding that college students have a unique and important contribution to make to society. Bonner Scholars are expected, though not required, to stay involved and support the program throughout their four years of college.
The requirements of each Bonner Scholar include:
- active involvment in community service programs, completing 140 service hours each semester.
- monthly documentation of service with signed time logs and written reflections. See "Bonner Web Tips" sheet for directions on creating electronic time logs on the new Bonner Web system.
- successful completion of the 2-credit class, Introduction to Community Learning, offered during the fall semester.
- at least two summers of service, including 280 hours of community service each. Service in the summer may be paid, as long as it is with a non-profit organization.
- participation in regularly scheduled enrichment activities and meetings planned by the college and the Bonner Scholars Program.
- good academic standing.
In return, Bonners receive:
- two checks each fall and spring semester of $525.00 each.
- a tuition reduction of $1500 for each summer of service completed, as well up to $3,000 in summer living stipend funds, over the course of three summers.
- a loan reduction of $1600 upon full completion of the program and graduation from Guilford College.
- an amazing resume of experiences, wonderful memories, and a network of friends, supervisors, and mentors!