2026 Dr. Doran Scholarship Essay Contest Application
With the start of the 2025/2026 school year, the Dr. Doran Scholarship is now in its second decade.
The Dr. Doran Scholarship Board seeks to encourage more participation by Wootton High School seniors in the scholarship process.
Seniors are asked to create an original video no longer than five minutes.
The Board will select one Senior to receive a $15,000 scholarship.
The latest Dr. Doran Scholar will be announced on November 14th, 2025.
For any questions: Email drdoranscholarship@gmail.com.
Deadline: Saturday, November 1st, 2025
To apply:
Step 1: Seniors are asked to create an original video no longer than five minutes that addresses this prompt:
In honor of Dr. Doran, who dedicated his life to fostering growth, leadership, and community, how do you plan to carry forward the values of service and integrity in your life and education? Please share a specific example where you demonstrated the values that Dr. Doran embodied.
Step 2: Email a link to your video submission to drdoranscholarship@gmail.com
Videos must be 720p resolution or greater
We recommend uploading to YouTube and sharing a private link
Winning videos will be shared with the Wootton community