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Christian A. Herter Memorial Scholarship Program

Christian A. Herter Memorial Scholarship Program

Applicable For:

High School Sophomores & Juniors

Max Award Amount:

$10000

Application Deadline:

28/04/2023

Scholarship Provider

Country

United States
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About This Scholarship

The Christian A. Herter Memorial Scholarship Program is a scholarship program that provides financial assistance to students who demonstrate academic merit and financial need. The program is named after Christian A. Herter, a former Governor of Massachusetts and Secretary of State under President Eisenhower.

The scholarship is open to graduating high school seniors in Massachusetts who plan to attend a college or university within the state. Applicants must have a grade point average of 2.5 or higher and must demonstrate financial need. They must also be involved in community service and have overcome significant obstacles or hardships in their lives.

The scholarship awards range from $2,500 to $5,000 per year and are renewable for up to four years of undergraduate study. The scholarship funds can be used to cover the cost of tuition, fees, books, and other educational expenses.

Eligibility Criteria For Christian A. Herter Memorial Scholarship Program

The Christian A. Herter Memorial Scholarship Program is a scholarship program offered by the Massachusetts Office of Student Financial Assistance (OSFA) to support students who demonstrate academic potential and financial need.

To be eligible for the Christian A. Herter Memorial Scholarship Program, applicants must meet the following criteria:

  • Must be a resident of Massachusetts for at least one year prior to the application deadline.
  • Must be a U.S. citizen or non-citizen eligible for federal financial aid.
  • Must be a graduating high school senior or have received a high school equivalency credential by age 21.
  • Must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale.
  • Must have a family income that falls within the program’s income eligibility guidelines.
  • Must be enrolled or planning to enroll in an accredited college, university, or vocational school in the United States.
  • Must demonstrate academic potential and financial need.

Must be able to demonstrate a commitment to community service and leadership.

The application deadline typically falls in the spring, and interested students can find more information and application instructions on the OSFA website.

 

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