Plymouth State University
American Association of
University Women Scholarship
PURPOSE
To reward a non-traditional, undergraduate, female student who has demonstrated outstanding academic performance and overall achievement.
GUIDELINES
A scholarship in the amount of $800.00 will be awarded to a non-traditional female student who has demonstrated outstanding academic achievement, aptitude and/or exceptional talent in specific areas of performance, as well as a commitment to the PSU community. To be considered a non-traditional student you must be over the age of 23. One AAUW scholarship will be awarded each year to a currently enrolled student.
APPLICATION DEADLINE
March 31 is the final date for submitting application.
SELECTION CRITERIA
· Non-traditional status: applicant must be over the age of 23
· Scholarship: outstanding academic achievement
· Special Abilities: exceptional aptitude in areas of interest
· Leadership: outstanding leadership in curricular and co-curricular activities
· Character: exemplary personal characteristics in social interaction
· Service: demonstrates strong and continuing commitment to the PSU community
· Financial need
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
Submit the following components to the Office of University Advancement in Holmes House by March 30:
· the completed one page application form (see attached);
· a copy of your resume;
· a personal letter from you about your qualifications and financial need;
· two letters of recommendation (at least one from a faculty member);
· a copy of your transcript (see no-charge voucher attached).
The applicant is solely responsible for submitting all of the above components to the Office of Advancement in Holmes House by the deadline date. The applicant is encouraged to check with the Office of University Advancement for receipt of all items before the deadline date. The phone number is (603) 535-2589. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
FINANCIAL AID
Applicants who need financial aid in order to continue studies at Plymouth State University are encouraged to make a separate application to the Financial Aid Office.
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HOME ADDRESS
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DATE OF BIRTH (OPTIONAL)
HAVE YOU EVER APPLIED FOR FINANCIAL AID?
HOW DID YOU HEAR ABOUT THIS SCHOLARSHIP?
PLEASE ANSWER THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS ON A SEPARATE PIECE OF PAPER.
PLEASE TYPE YOUR RESPONSES.
· PLEASE DESCRIBE WHY YOU FEEL YOU ARE A GOOD CANDIDATE FOR THIS
SCHOLARSHIP
· PLEASE DESCRIBE YOUR FINANCIAL NEED
Transcript Request for Alumni Association Scholarship
Student ID Number:
Name:
Local Address:
Transcript is to be sent directly to the Office of University Advancement.
Hand carried copies will not be accepted.
***Registrar Use Only***
Please send to the Office of University Advancement, Holmes House, Room 108, MSC 50
Attention: Alumni Relations