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Better Business Bureau® Cincinnati Students of Integrity Scholarships

This local scholarship program recognizes high school seniors in BBB® Cincinnati's 22-county service area who demonstrate a superior understanding of ethics. The 2026 essay prompt focuses on the ethical pressures of hustle culture.

Since 2003, BBB Center for Ethics has supported the next generation of ethical leaders through the annual Thomas J. Klinedinst, Jr. Memorial Students of Integrity (SOI) Scholarship.


From eligibility requirements and official rules to deadlines, find out what you'll need to apply.

Meet the 2025 winners and past SOI recipients.

Help BBB support the next generation of ethical leaders by donating to the scholarship fund.