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Distinguished Raven FAC Memorial Scholarship

Distinguished Raven FAC Memorial Scholarship

Applicable For:

Undergraduate Students

Max Award Amount:

$35000

Application Deadline:

28/02/2024

Scholarship Provider

Country

United States
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About This Scholarship

A number of Distinguished Raven FAC Memorial Scholarships are awarded each year to eligible descendants (such as natural or adopted children, nephews, nieces, grandchildren, etc.) or legal wards of Lao or Lao-Hmong people who defended the Kingdom of Laos between 1960 and 1975 by serving in the Royal Laotian Military or Hmong forces. The Edgar Allan Poe Literary Society (EAPLS) is in charge of sponsoring and managing this scholarship programme. Forward Air Controllers (FACs) that flew under the call sign “Raven” or its predecessor “Butterfly” and aided Laotian and Hmong forces during the Southeast Asia conflict between 1966 and 1973 make constitute the non-profit, last-man, veteran organisation known as EAPLS.

Eligibility Criteria For Distinguished Raven FAC Memorial Scholarship

In general, scholarship programs may consider the following factors when determining eligibility criteria:

  • Field of Study: The scholarship may be available to students pursuing a specific field of study or academic discipline. In this case, it may be relevant to fields related to aviation, military, or a specific area specified by the scholarship.
  • Academic Performance: Scholarships often require applicants to have a strong academic record. This may involve maintaining a high grade point average (GPA) or meeting specific academic standards set by the scholarship provider.
  • Enrollment Status: Scholarships may have specific requirements regarding enrollment status, such as being a full-time student or attending a specific institution.
  • Military Affiliation or Service: Some scholarships are designed for individuals with a military background, service experience, or affiliation with specific military units, organizations, or branches. These scholarships may prioritize veterans, active-duty military personnel, or dependents of military members.
  • Letters of Recommendation: Scholarships often request letters of recommendation from teachers, mentors, military superiors, or individuals who can speak to your character, accomplishments, or potential.
  • Community Involvement or Extracurricular Activities: Some scholarships value applicants who have demonstrated involvement in community service, leadership roles, or extracurricular activities related to the scholarship’s focus or mission.
  • Interview or Selection Process: Certain scholarships may involve an interview or selection process to evaluate candidates further.

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