Dec 1, 2017 - community and/or people around her. The Roosevelt Scholarship Program recognizes a first-year student who
Eleanor Roosevelt
SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM The Roosevelt Scholarship Program recognizes a first-year student who has demonstrated excellence in leadership and service through traditional school activities (other than athletics), work responsibilities and/or community involvement. Results of her actions and accomplishments will have served as a model for others. The Roosevelt Scholar will receive a four-year, full-tuition scholarship to Alverno College. To be considered eligible, applicants must complete the attached application form and meet all of the following criteria: • Intend to enroll at Alverno College as a full-time student • Demonstrate leadership skills and character through past activities • Show a commitment to further development as a leader at Alverno and also in community service activities • Commit to continuing involvement in community service activity during the academic year • Commit to creating a positive impact on the Alverno community and in inspiring action in others • Maintain good academic standing and status as a full-time student • Remain active in community service with progressive responsibilities during all four years at Alverno Submit application form and all required information by Dec. 1, 2017, to: Eleanor Roosevelt Student Scholarship Program Alverno College Admissions Office 3400 South 43rd Street P.O. Box 343922 Milwaukee, WI 53234-3922
Application Process The following process must be completed to receive full consideration: • Complete the Alverno College Application for Admission • Submit official high school transcript and ACT or SAT score reports • File the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) by Feb. 1, 2018. • Complete the Roosevelt Scholarship Application by Dec. 1, 2017 • Submit a resume that includes the following: • Participation in extracurricular programs at school: list dates of participation, any leadership positions held and major accomplishments • Participation in community organizations such as non-profits, volunteer work: list dates of participation, any leadership positions held and major accomplishments • Work history: list employer, job title, dates of employment, responsibilities • Submit two letters of recommendation to address the following: • The applicant’s demonstrated leadership potential and qualities and how she has made a positive impact on her community and/or people around her
Eleanor Roosevelt Scholarship Application PLEASE TYPE OR PRINT CLEARLY
Last Name_____________________________________________ First Name___________________________________ Middle Initial_________ Address____________________________________________________________________________________________ Apt._________________ City___________________________________________________ State________________________________________ Zip Code____________ Home Telephone_______________________________________ Cell Phone___________________________________ Date of Birth___________________________________________ U.S. Citizen _______Yes _______No
Permanent Residency in U.S. _______Yes _______No
How long?______________________
High School______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ High School Address_____________________________________________________________________________________________________ Date of High School Graduation or GED____________________________________________________________________________________ College or University Attended____________________________________________________________________________________________
ELEANOR ROOSEVELT SCHOLARSHIP STATEMENTS Please address the following statements in your own words. Recommended length of each response should be one–two typed pages. 1. Eleanor Roosevelt brought great intellect, compassion and humanitarian conviction to her leadership roles. What characteristics do you think a strong leader must possess? Describe how you have demonstrated these leadership characteristics. 2. Eleanor Roosevelt said, “We gain strength, courage and confidence by each experience in which we really stop to look fear in the face. You must do the thing you think you cannot do.” Describe a situation in which you accomplished something you or others did not think you could do. Why were you able to be successful?
FINANCIAL STATEMENT Financial need is not a criterion for the Eleanor Roosevelt Scholarship Program. However, because of the necessity for Alverno College to use its scholarship resources in the most judicious manner possible, applicants for the Eleanor Roosevelt Scholarship Program will be required to complete the financial aid application process. Other scholarships and/ or entitlement grants received by Roosevelt Scholars will be considered as part of the tuition scholarship. Those who are selected as Roosevelt Scholars will be required to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) in each year of their eligibility. Note to high school athletes: The National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division III bylaws require that no financial aid can be awarded to a student athlete based on athletic ability, participation or performance. Therefore, please do not include any reference to your participation in, or involvement with, athletics in any form.
CERTIFICATION I certify that, to the best of my knowledge, the information provided is complete and accurate. I certify that all monies received from this award will be used solely for the tuition expenses I incur at Alverno College. _________________________________________________________________ Signature
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APPLICATION DEADLINE IS DEC. 1, 2017. Please return this form and all required information to: Admissions Office, Alverno College, P.O. Box 343922, Milwaukee, WI 53234-3922.
