Applying For Scholarship
Selection Criteria
We intend to award scholarships to good students who have shown a strong desire to attend
college. Service to the school and/or the community are factors that will be considered, as
well as the availability of financial assistance from your family.
Eligibility Requirements
- Cumulative GPA between 2.75 and 3.75 (includes freshman year).
- One teacher recommendation in a sealed envelope.
to discuss your participation in a school or community program, as a
- A one-page essay about your school activity, community program or job. Tell us how
you have contributed to your school or community through paid employment or as a
volunteer. What have you learned from your personal involvement? Have your
experiences inspired or changed your personal or career goals?
- Family needs based on family income. Please provide a copy of last years FAFSA form,
or page one of your parents’ last year’s tax return.
- US Citizenship. Please attach a copy of your voter registration card, birth certificate, or
other proof of citizenship.
Application Requirements
The following documents must be turned in for your application to be considered complete:
- Your essay, with your name typed or written in the upper right hand corner.
- Teacher recommendation, in a sealed envelope.
- Community recommendation
- Proof of citizenship
- Copy of FAFSA or most recent tax return
- Official transcript from registrar
Please turn in your completed applications to our faculty sponsor, Linda Wong. Her office is
located at the Ygnacio Valley High School Career Councelling Office. Ms. Wong will notify
you of application deadlines for submission.
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