McCamey County Hospital District Scholarship

Objective: To assist in the education of a seniors from McCamey High School who wish to attend a two or four year accredited college, university or vocational institution.(Student does not have to major in a health or medical career area.)

Amount:One academic scholarship to be awarded to a student attending a four year college, with special consideration given to those with financial need. A second vocational scholarship will be awarded to a student attending an accredited vocational institution. These scholarships will each be for $1,250, half given the first semester the remainder the second semester.

Expiration: This scholarship is limited to one year. Any scholarship amount that is not used within one calendar year from the student’s high school graduation date will be forfeited.

Application: Interested seniors must apply to the high school counselor no later than April 15th. The student will complete the Hospital District scholarship application; this information may be verified by the Scholarship committee.

Requirements: The applicant must have maintained a cumulative grade point average of at least 3.0 during his or her high school career. The applicant must have demonstrated good citizenship toward nation, community and school thorough his or her high school career. The applicant must have consistently demonstrated initiative, responsibility and a strong work ethic throughout his or her high school career.

Other information: The Selection Committee will be composed of appointed members of the Hospital Administration and the Hospital Board. The recipient of the scholarship will receive notification of the award during the graduation ceremony. No part of the award will be disbursed until the Hospital receives official validation of the student’s enrollment in an institution of higher learning. After fall enrollment is confirmed the student will receive the first half of the payment as follows, 40% of the scholarship amount directly to the student and the remaining 60% will be paid in the student’s name directly to the selected institution. The second half of the payment will be made after validation of enrollment in the spring semester in the same manner as in the fall semester.

McCamey County Hospital District Scholarship Application

Student Name: ______

Address: ______

Home and Cell Phone(s): ______

Parent(s): ______

Parent(s)’ Occupations: ______

Net Family Income Reported on Last Year’s Income Tax Return:______

High School Grade Point Average: ______Class Rank: ______

List School Extracurricular Activities (Include sports, UIL academics, band, dual credit courses, National Honor Society, Gifted and Talented, etc.):

Activity / Years Participated / Honors/Recognition

List Community Activities While in High School (Include church, Chamber of Commerce, 4-H, Girl/Boy Scouts, Non-Profit Organizations, etc.):

Activities / Years Participated / Honors/Recognition

List Work Experience While in High School:

Type of Work / Name of Employer / Full-Time, Part-Time, Summer,… / Hours Worked Per Week

In your own handwriting, discuss future goals and include the school you plan to attend and the major or vocational program you will be working on, and the career you plan to pursue after finishing your education.

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