AUBURN – Mediacom Communications is offering $55,000 in scholarship support for high school seniors who plan to obtain further education.

Mediacom’s investment will award $1,000 scholarships to 55 high school seniors.

Award selection is based on academic achievement and leadership.

Applications for Mediacom’s World Class Scholarships are available online at: www.mediacomworldclass.com.

All high schools in Mediacom-served communities were sent informational cards asking school officials to make seniors aware of the scholarship and encourage submission of applications on or before the February 15, 2019 deadline.

Applicants do not have to be Mediacom customers but must live in areas where Mediacom provides broadband, video, phone and other digital communication services. Recipients will be selected from the 21 states where Mediacom provides service. A complete list of communities in Mediacom service areas is included with the online application.