2017-2018 CSU GOIZUETA FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP

This scholarship was made possible by the Goizueta Foundation in Atlanta, Georgia. Established by Roberto C. Goizueta, former chairman of Coca-Cola, the Goizueta Foundation seeks to improve the quality of life of determined Hispanic individuals and their families through education.

Columbus State University is committed to contribute to this mission by increasing the population of Hispanic teachers in Georgia. Therefore, this need-based scholarship will cover up to tuition and fees for one full academic year. Additionally, this unique program provides recipients with a bilingual advisor who will guide them through their college career, engage them in the local Hispanic community and campus activities, and maintain strong ties with their families.

Eligibility Requirements:

  • Be an undergraduate student accepted for admission at Columbus State University (CSU)
  • Establish financial need as determined by the CSU Financial Aid Office. Complete the 2017-2018 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) available at www.fafsa.ed.gov. List CSU’s code 001561. (NOTE: If you are not eligible to submit your FAFSA online please complete the FAFSA: http://www.fafsa.ed.gov/options.htm
  • Be of Hispanic/Latino heritage with family residing in the U.S.
  • Be in good academic standing.
  • Must be an officer in CHISPA (Columbus State University Hispanic Association)
  • Preference given to students in the College of Education.
  • Submit the following by May 5th, 2017.
  • CSU Goizueta Foundation Scholarship essay and application. For more information please visit the website our Undergraduate Scholarships website at: http://finaid.columbusstate.edu/scholarships/
  • At least one letter of recommendation from a faculty member or local sponsor in the community.
  • If applicable submit the FAFSA to the U.S. Department of Education online. Paper FAFSA will only be accepted for non-resident aliens.

For more information, contact:

Dr. Josê Villavicencio

Columbus State University

4225 University Ave.

Columbus, GA 31907

Office Phone (706) 568-2326 (leave message)

2017-2018 GOIZUETA FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION

CSU ID # ______

Deadline - May 5th, 2017. Please type or print all responses.

Full Name ______Street Address______

City______State______Zip ______Last 4 digits of Social Security # ______

Telephone Number______E-mail______

Major______Grade Level______Ethnic Origin______Country______

Family Member Residing in the U.S. ______Relationship to applicant ______

Street Address______City ______State ______Zip______

I certify that the information furnished in this application is complete and true.

Student Signature ______Date (MM/DD/YYYY) ______

NOTE: If applicable, the FAFSA form must be submitted online at www.fafsa.ed.gov. Keep in mind that the completed application, essay, and letters of recommendation must be mailed or emailed to:

Dr. Josê Villavicencio

Columbus State University

4225 University Ave.

Columbus, GA 31907

Office Phone (706) 568-2326 (leave message)

CSU GOIZUETA FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP ESSAY

Instructions: Using a 12 point Arial font, please answer one of the following questions in a one page single-spaced essay and submit it with your completed application packet by May 5th, 2017.

  • Please identify a significant need that Hispanic families in Georgia face today, and describe how you will use your college education to address this need. Please use specific examples.
  • Please identify three major concerns for Hispanic high school students when pursuing a college education, and explain how colleges and universities can assist in addressing each concern. Please provide specific examples.