Mason Scholarship Foundation Application Sponsored by the Kiwanis Club of Mason for students pursuing a community college, technical or certificate program

Scholarship Grants are available in the amount of $1000 per year renewable for up to two years.

Selection Criteria

●Student must reside in the Mason City School District or attend Mason High School.

●Student must seek to continue education at a community college, junior college, or qualified certificate program at a technical or trade school.

●Preference will be given to candidates who demonstrate commitment to community service, strong educational motivation, leadership skills through their activities in school, faith organizations, youth groups, volunteer efforts, and work experience.

●Financial need, work experience, letter of recommendation and interview with committee and other criteria will aid in the selection process.

Letter of Recommendation

Choose a school employee or your employer to write a letter of recommendation for you, and with whom you are confident will return the letter directly to the address below.

Send all applications to;

Mason Scholarship Foundation

P. O. Box 392

Mason, Ohio 45040

Transcript of Grades

Please include a copy of your high school transcript with your application. ACT/SAT scores are helpful but not necessary.

Financial Need

As this is part of the criteria we use in the selection process, it may be a factor in the final selection. We encourage you to submit information including your FAFSA conclusion page to demonstrate financial need.

Deadline

The application and the recommendation forms must be received by May 15.

Name: ______High School Attending______

Permanent Address: ______City:______Zip ______

Date of Birth:______Home telephone:______Student Cell Phone:______

Email address ______

Name of Parents/Guardians:

Father ______

First MiddleLast

Employed-by:______Occupation:______

Mother:______

FirstMiddleLast

Employed-by:______Occupation::______Ages & Names of Brothers/Sisters______I reside with my: Mother & father ____ Mother only ____ Father only ____

Legal Guardian ____ Other (explain) ______

Program information

What college, institution, or program do you plan to attend?______

What is your proposed area of study?______

How long will it take to complete your program or degree? ______

Do you plan to continue your education elsewhere after graduation from the above program? Explain:______

Program Cost and Finances

What is the total first year cost? ______

What is the breakdown of this cost for tuition ______and materials ? ______

Miscellaneous ______

What amount have your parents/guardians dollar contributions committed to the above costs? ______

What is your personal dollar contribution to this cost?______

How do you expect to earn your contribution? ______

List loans or scholarships applied for: Amount Annual/One time Awarded ? Yes/No/ Pending

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Are you employed and how many hours do you work per week, during the year or summer? Explain ______

What is your current annual income from your job/s? ______Do you plan to work during your program? ______Explain______

List your extracurricular activities (clubs, sports, church groups, service, etc) both at school and in your community. Include the number of years you participated and any leadership positions you held. ______

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Important: Student Personal Statement:

On a separate typed document write a minimum of 300 words about why you selected your proposed program, your plans and goals for the future both short and long term. You should also include any other information about yourself, your family and background, and your community service experiences, and please provide any other information which will help the Scholarship Committee to evaluate your potential.

Deadline:The application and the recommendation forms must be received by May 15.

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