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Louisiana Teen Shatters Scholarship Records
1 Jun
Summary
- Student received over $9 million in scholarship offers.
- He applied to 200 colleges and received offers from 125.
- He plans to pursue dual degrees in computer science and criminal justice.
Dennis Barnes, a high school senior from New Orleans, Louisiana, has amassed an impressive $9 million in scholarship offers from 125 colleges and universities. This extraordinary achievement places him on the cusp of a potential national record. Barnes, who boasts a 4.98 GPA, applied to 200 institutions and is awaiting responses from several, aiming to surpass $10 million in aid.
His success echoes that of fellow Louisianan Normandie Cormier, who received nearly $9 million in offers in 2019. While Guinness World Records does not track this specific category, Barnes's academic accolades include leadership roles and multilingual skills. He is set to announce his college decision on May 2 and plans to graduate on May 24.
Barnes intends to pursue a dual degree in computer science and criminal justice. He advises future applicants to plan ahead, network, and visualize their goals. Cormier, now pursuing a master's degree, runs XollegePass to help students secure debt-free college education, inspired by their shared experiences.
