Charles and Christine Michaels

CHARLES AND CHRISTINE MICHAELS

NEW AMERICAN UNIVERSITY SCHOLARSHIP

PRIORITY DEADLINE: March 1, 2013

ASU Scholarship Services is pleased to announce the availability of the Charles and Christine Michaels New American University Scholarship for the 2013 - 2014 academic year. Charles and Christine are both graduates of Arizona State University. As graduates of Shadow Mountain & Arcadia High Schools, the Michaels would like to provide resources for graduates of the Paradise Valley, Scottsdale and Tempe School Districts to continue their education at ASU.

Scholarship Award Amount: $2,500 per year, renewable

Scholarships Awarded Per Year: Two or more awards each year

To be eligible for the scholarship, an applicant must:

· Be an incoming 2013 freshman from a high school in the Paradise Valley, Scottsdale and Tempe School Districts. Applicants outside of these districts, but within Maricopa County, Arizona, will also be considered.

· Be admitted and enrolled full time (12 credit hours per semester) as a freshman student at any ASU campus.

· Have a 3.0 or higher cumulative high school GPA, non-weighted.

· Have a demonstrated financial need

o Articulate in the application typewritten personal statement any family circumstances which make it difficult for the student and family to contribute to the cost of their education.

o Submitted FAFSA information to ASU.

· Demonstrate the potential to continue with their college career by remaining in good standing with the University and maintain all scholarship criteria.

· Be open to a mentoring relationship with the Michaels.

· Participate in a group community service project with other Michaels’ Scholars

o Project determined in collaboration with the Michaels and their scholars.

Application Procedure (please submit in this order):

1. Complete the Charles and Christine Michaels New American University Scholarship application (2 pages). Application must be signed.

2. Attach a typewritten statement (1-2 pages, double spaced) describing:

· Personal and family background.

· Education and career goals.

· How this scholarship will have a significant impact on your ability to achieve your education and career goals.

3. Attach a separate sheet listing extracurricular activities, honors, employment, and volunteer/community service (include years of involvement).

4. Attach a copy of your transcripts (unofficial copies are acceptable):

· Freshman – attach a copy of your high school transcript which includes grades from your most recently completed semester; SAT or ACT scores; and class percentile ranking.

5. Attach two (2) letters of recommendation from someone who can attest to the potential for success in academics at ASU and the character of the applicant.

Please MAIL application and all required attachments to be POSTMARKED by deadline at the following address:

Charles and Christine Michaels New American University Scholarship

ASU Scholarship Services

PO Box 870412

Tempe, AZ 85287-0412

Attn: Claudia Montesano

Applicant’s name should appear on every page. All applications must be submitted single-sided (including required attachments) in the original application format. Transcripts or letters of recommendation being sent under separate cover must also be RECEIVED by posted deadline.

Each application must be completed, printed out, signed and manually submitted by the applicant.

INCOMPLETE, LATE, OR FAXED APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED

For questions regarding this scholarship, please contact Claudia Montesano at 480-965-5940.

CHARLES AND CHRISTINE MICHAELS NEW AMERICAN UNIVERSITY SCHOLARSHIP

2013 - 2014Application Form

Deadline: Applications must be RECEIVED OR POSTMARKED by April 1, 2013

Title: / Mr. Ms. Mrs.
Name: / ASU ID#: / - / -
Last / First / M.I. / ASU Affiliate ID number assigned
Local Phone: / Cell Phone:
Or Campus Phone
Local Address:
Street Address / City / State / Zip
Permanent Phone: / Email Address:
Permanent Address:
Street Address / City / State / Zip
ASU College/Department: / Major:
Number of Credit Hours Planned (for 2013-2014academic year): / Fall: / Spring:
Anticipated Graduation Date for Current Degree (month/year):
PLEASE INCLUDE WITH YOUR APPLICATION: (APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED SINGLE-SIDED, IN THIS ORDER)

ÿ Personal Statement:

/ Attach a typewritten statement (1 to 2 pages, double-spaced) describing:
1. / Personal and family background.
2. / Education and career goals.
3. / How this scholarship will assist in achieving your education and career goals.
ÿ Activities/Honors: / Attach a separate sheet listing extracurricular activities, honors, employment, and volunteer/community service (include years of involvement).
ÿ Transcripts for Entering Freshmen: / Please attach a copy of your high school transcript which includes grades from your most recently completed semester; SAT or ACT scores; and class percentile ranking (unofficial copies are acceptable).
ÿ Letters of Recommendation: / Please attach two (2) letters of recommendation, on letterhead, from a professional who can attest to the potential for success in academics at ASU and the character of the applicant.
ÿ FAFSA must also be on file with ASU:
ENTERING FRESHMEN ONLY
High School Academic Cumulative GPA (non-weighted):
High School:
Name / Address / City / State / Zip
* * ALL APPLICANTS * *
CONSENT TO RELEASE RECORDS
Among other rights afforded to me under Federal Legislation commonly known as “The 1974 Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act,” as amended, I understand that I have the right to specify the name of each and every individual to whom my records are released.
I further understand that I may waive my right to specify the name of each scholarship donor or scholarship committee to whom my records are released as long as such records are used only in connection with the ASU Foundation Office of Scholarship Development and Administration. I hereby authorize the Office of Scholarship Development and Administration to gather and release all records maintained by the office concerning me. Such records may contain the following:
a. / A copy of my unofficial transcript.
b. / Letters of recommendation bearing specifically on my application for scholarship.
c. / Other documents and information relating to my academic performance.
d. / Documents and information relating to my financial status.
I certify that the information throughout this application is accurate and that misrepresentation of any facts or details could result in ineligibility for any scholarships/awards.
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This application must be submitted by US Mail and Received or Postmarked in our office by the deadline at the following address:

Charles and Christine Michaels New American University Scholarship

ASU Scholarship Services

PO Box 870412

Tempe, AZ 85287-0412

Attn: Claudia Montesano

For your convenience, this application may be accessed on-line at https://scholarships.asu.edu/scholarship/1591, however, applications may not be submitted electronically. Each application must be completed, printed out, signed and manually submitted by the applicant.

INCOMPLETE, LATE, OR FAXED APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.

For questions regarding this scholarship, please contact Claudia Montesano at 480-965-5940.