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Civil Air Patrol William E. Hanna Scholarship

Civil Air Patrol William E. Hanna Scholarship

Applicable For:

Undergraduate Students

Max Award Amount:

$5000

Application Deadline:

31/12/2023

Scholarship Provider

Country

United States
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About This Scholarship

The Civil Air Patrol (CAP) William E. Hanna Scholarship is a scholarship program that supports CAP cadets who are pursuing a career in aviation or a related field. The scholarship is named after William E. Hanna, who was a former CAP national commander and strong supporter of the organization’s cadet program. The scholarship is competitive and is awarded based on the applicant’s academic achievement, leadership skills, community involvement, and other factors. The scholarship is intended to cover the recipient’s tuition, fees, and other educational expenses for an accredited college or university.

If you’re a CAP cadet who is interested in applying for the William E. Hanna Scholarship, you can find more information on the CAP website or by contacting your local CAP squadron. The application process typically opens in the fall, and the deadline for submission is usually in early January.

Eligibility Criteria For Civil Air Patrol William E. Hanna Scholarship

The Civil Air Patrol (CAP) William E. Hanna Scholarship is a need-based scholarship that supports higher education for CAP cadets. The eligibility criteria for the scholarship are as follows:

  • CAP Cadet Membership: The applicant must be a current CAP cadet in good standing.
  • Age: The applicant must be at least 16 years old at the time of application.
  • Academic Standing: The applicant must have a minimum 3.0 grade point average (GPA) on a 4.0 scale and be in good academic standing in their high school or college.
  • Financial Need: The applicant must demonstrate financial need for the scholarship.
  • Essay: The applicant must submit an essay on a specific topic related to aviation or leadership.
  • Recommendation: The applicant must provide a recommendation from a CAP senior member or an educator.

Additionally, the William E. Hanna Scholarship program has specific requirements, such as a focus on a particular field of study or interest in a certain career path. Applicants should review the program guidelines carefully to ensure they meet all requirements before applying.

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