Mark A.Ricketts Memorial Scholarship (Wilson School)

  1. Must demostrate no less than a 3.0 GPA
  2. Must agree to meet at least once annually with MIG at the Kemmons Wilson Culinary Institute or another location chosen by the MIG
  3. Must agree to provide a resume, including career plans, and a digital photograph from the university’s data to MIG for marketing and media purposes (MIG newsletters, annual reports, etc.)

Award
Varies
Deadline
02/01/2026
Supplemental Questions
  1. Mark A. Ricketts Memorial Scholarship question set
    • Please provide a resume, including career plans, and a digital photograph from the university's data to MIG for marketing and media purposes
  2. Standard Question Set
    • Please provide a personal statement as to why you are applying for this scholarship. Include any pertinent information about financial need, your family situation, and any other special information we should consider. Additionally, provide a list of all applicable extracurricular activities you feel should be considered. Ensure you include involvement with on and off campus organizations which have helped your personal and professional growth.
    • Please upload your resume.
  3. Post-Acceptance Questionnaire
    • List all honors, recognitions, and awards received while at the University of Memphis.
    • Please provide your classification for the semester in which this scholarship will be received.
    • Please write a thank you message to your scholarship donor.
    • What is your hometown and state?
    • What is your major?
    • Why did you choose to attend the University of Memphis?