Scholarship Application
Purpose: To recognize the commitment and sacrifice our Veterans and Military families have made to our country. NewDay USA Foundation, Inc. has established scholarship funds at two Military Schools for young men in grades 7-9 to assist them in their pursuit of academic success.
The NewDay USA Foundation Scholarship will provide full year tuition (boarding or day students) to Fishburne Military School. Eligible students may apply for this scholarship by completing this application. Families are expected to contribute to their son’s education within their financial means.
Eligibility:
§ Sons of fallen armed service men and women, as well as sons of Veterans with 100% service related disability are eligible to receive the NewDay USA Foundation scholarship.
§ Students must be male and currently enrolled in an accredited public, private, grade school or a state approved home school curriculum.
§ Students must have successfully graduated sixth grade and be proficient in both math and reading.
§ Student must be accepted into their desired school
Selection Criteria:
§ Priority is given to the sons of fallen armed service members followed by those with 100% VA Disability rating or from a tragic accident.
§ Financial circumstance of the applicant’s family
Applicant must submit the following items:
§ Completed application form
§ Two (2) character references in the form of a letter of recommendation
§ A copy of their most recent academic transcript
§ Applicant must agree to a personal interview with the selection committee via phone, upon completion of the application
§ A copy of your DD214
§ A copy of the Department of Veterans Affairs letter for the service connected compensation award.
§ A copy of your last two years state tax returns (if applicable)
Submit Application & Materials to:
Application deadline:
Scholarship Announcements:
STUDENT INFORMATION
Last Name: First Name:
Street Address:
City:
State: Zip Code:
Phone Number: E-mail:
Date of Birth: Citizenship:
In which grade does the q 7th Grade
Applicant plan to enroll? q 8th Grade
q 9th Grade
Desired School: q Fishburne Military School
FAMILY INFORMATION
Male Parent / Step-Parent or Guardian
Last Name: First Name:
Relationship to Applicant:
Street Address:
City:
State: Zip Code:
Phone Number: E-mail:
Occupation:
Military Branch and Rank:
(If applicable):
FAMILY INFORMATION CONTINUED
Female Parent / Step-Parent or Guardian
Last Name: First Name:
Relationship to Applicant:
Street Address:
City:
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Phone Number: E-mail:
Occupation:
Military Branch and Rank:
(If applicable):
Family Income: q Less than $25,000
q Between $25,000 and $50,000
q Greater than $50,000
EDUCATION
List previous schools attended, beginning with the most recent.
Name of School:
Street Address:
City:
State: Zip Code:
Date Started: Date Completed:
Graduated: Grade Point Average:
Name of School:
Street Address:
City:
EDUCATION CONTINUED
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Date Started: Date Completed:
Graduated: Grade Point Average:
Name of School:
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EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
Please list any academic or athletic activity in which the applicant has participated.
Activity:
Grade(s) Participated: q 6th q 7th q 8th q 9th
Brief Description of Your
Role:
EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES CONTINUED
Activity:
Grade(s) Participated: q 6th q 7th q 8th q 9th
Brief Description of Your
Role:
Activity:
Grade(s) Participated: q 6th q 7th q 8th q 9th
Brief Description of Your
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OTHER INFORMATION
Answer all questions “Yes” or “No” and include a brief explanation if required.
Has the applicant ever been suspended?
If yes, please explain. q Yes Grade:
q No
Reason:
Has the applicant ever been expelled?
If yes, please explain. q Yes Grade:
q No
Reason:
PERSONAL STATEMENT
Briefly answer the following questions in the space provided.
Give an example of how you have demonstrated leadership in any aspect of your life.
How would attending a military academy impact your life?
SHARING OF INFORMATION
I acknowledge and agree that NewDay USA Foundation may share and discuss any information contained in this application with the school to which I have applied as well as the applicant’s school of choice may share and discuss any information contained in their application with the NewDay USA Foundation.
STATEMENT OF ACCURACY
I hereby affirm the information provided in this application is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge.
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Signature of Applicant:
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Date:
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