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Hatfield-foundation-scholarship

Applicable For:

Undergraduate Students

Max Award Amount:

$5000

Application Deadline:

15/03/2024

Scholarship Provider

Country

United States
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About This Scholarship

First-generation college students are eligible for the $5,000 Hatfield Foundation Scholarship, which also offers mentoring and educational opportunities to awardees. The applicant must be a high school senior who is applying to four-year institutions. The candidate must be the first person in their family to attend college, and neither parent has a bachelor’s degree or higher. Must have completed an AVID-style college preparedness programme, have a minimum 2.5 GPA, and have taken the SAT and/or ACT. EFC must be less than or equal to $25,000 (as determined by the Student Aid Report).

Eligibility Criteria For Hatfield-foundation-scholarship

Here are some common eligibility criteria that often apply to academic scholarships:

  • Academic Performance: Academic scholarships typically require applicants to demonstrate exceptional academic achievements. This may include maintaining a high grade point average (GPA), achieving specific standardized test scores (such as SAT or ACT), or ranking at the top of their class.
  • Field of Study: Some academic scholarships may be specific to certain fields of study or disciplines. They may target students pursuing degrees in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics), humanities, social sciences, arts, or other academic areas.
  • Educational Level: Scholarships may be available for various educational levels, including high school seniors planning to enroll in a college or university, undergraduate students already enrolled in a degree program, or graduate students pursuing advanced studies.
  • Financial Need: While academic scholarships are often merit-based, some programs also consider financial need as a factor. These scholarships may require applicants to provide financial information, such as tax documents or a completed Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
  • Leadership and Extracurricular Involvement: Some academic scholarships value applicants who have demonstrated leadership skills and active participation in extracurricular activities. This can include leadership roles in student organizations, community service, sports, arts, or other areas.
  • Letters of Recommendation: Scholarships may require applicants to submit letters of recommendation from teachers, counselors, or mentors who can speak to their academic achievements, character, and potential.

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