Scholarship
2022 Scholarship Criteria
We are going to provide scholarships to deserving area youth from single parent households that have a need for financial assistance, are active in supporting the community in which they live, and show an eagerness to achieve through knowledge by intending to pursue post-high school course of study at either college/university or other post- secondary educational institution.
Scholarships are awarded based on financial need shown on completed FAFSA form, applicant’s academic performance, Community Service hours performed, and essay response. Award amount is $1,000 per scholarship winner.
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DEADLINE for scholarship applications is May 9, 2022 (no exceptions).
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Refer to criteria below for eligibility requirements.
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Refer to application process below for a list of the supporting documents needed (i.e., reference forms, evidence of GPA, etc.) Incomplete applications will not be considered.
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If any question does not apply to you in this application please put N/A in the space.
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Type or print legibly. Illegible applications will be returned to you.
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If you have any questions about the application, please contact Tiffany Sweeney at tiffanysweeney@germscholars.com.
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Scholarship funds will only be awarded to the student’s college or university account upon evidence of registration in an accredited post-secondary institution.
Criteria:
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Applicant must be a resident of Hillsborough County and reside in a single parent household.
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Applicant must be a graduating high school senior in the year of the scholarship award.
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Applicant must have a cumulative unweighted G.P.A of 3.2 or greater.
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Applicant must have a minimum of 25 hours of Community Service.
Application Process:
Applicant must submit the following items:
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Completed application form (if handwritten, please print legibly)
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Letter of application addressed to the Scholarship Committee. The letter should contain a brief explanation of career goals and biographical (background) information.
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Two (2) letters of recommendations from choice of high school teachers, administrators, counselors, employers, or individual with significant knowledge of applicant’s experience and involvement.
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An official and recent high school transcript with cumulative grade point average and a class standing/rank.
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Copy of the completed final page of submitted 2021 FAFSA application form
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Personal Essay (typed) submitted along with application on separate sheet(s) of paper. 500 word max.