Tell us a little bit about yourself and your plans for college.

My name is Carter Sanders and I am applying for the Mometrix Scholarship to assist me in my goal of attending Auburn University to major in Engineering. After college, I would really like to return to my hometown of Headland, Alabama to start my career as an engineer while giving back to my community through volunteering. I would really like to work in the power generation industry or for a government entity as an engineer.

My aspiration to pursue a degree in engineering is driven by a lifelong love for Mathematics and Science. Growing up with my father, a dedicated math and chemistry teacher, problem-solving sessions became a cherished activity that ignited my curiosity. This early exposure laid the foundation for my passion in both Math and Science, evolving into subjects that not only challenge me academically but also bring joy and fulfillment. The satisfaction of solving real-world problems further fueled my enthusiasm for science and mathematics which is why I chose to pursue an engineering degree in college.

This scholarship will help ease the financial burden of myself and my parents and allow me to focus on my studies while attending Auburn University. My parents are both educators and we are a family of 5 therefore we do not have a lot of extra money for college. It is my hope that I can assist financially for college with the help of scholarships which is why I have worked so hard to maintain excellence in school. I will be graduating in 2024 from Headland High School with an advanced diploma. Throughout high school, I have enrolled in advanced coursework that includes honors/advanced placement and dual enrollment classes. I am ranked 1 out of 138 students with a weighted GPA of 4.34 and a 31 ACT score.

Carter from Alabama
High School Senior
Headland High School