Terry Foundation Scholarship

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1 Terry Foundation Scholarship The Terry Foundation Scholarship Program provides scholarship funds for up to four (4) years to outstanding Texas high school graduates who show promise for being future leaders of Texas. Established in 1986 by Houston philanthropists Nancy & Howard Terry, the Foundation has assisted hundreds of Terry Scholars in meeting the founders goal of helping young people to help themselves. To be considered for the Terry Scholars Program at TWU, students should be able to demonstrate a strong record of leadership in school and community, exhibit financial need, and possess strong academic abilities; evidenced by grades, class rank, and ACT or SAT test scores. Applicants must also be graduates from a Texas high school (or home-schooled in Texas) and admitted to TWU as a full-time student for the academic year. Texas Woman s University is now accepting Terry Foundation Scholarship applications for the academic year. A select number of students will be interviewed by TWU faculty/staff from the applications received. Candidates will then be nominated and their applications will be forwarded to the Foundation for review and final interview by Foundation representatives. Please note that TWU serves as a nominating body only; all final decisions regarding Terry Foundation Scholarship recipients and award amounts are made by the Terry Foundation. Terry Scholarship award amounts are determined annually based on the cost of attendance at TWU, including tuition, fees, books, on-campus housing, meal plan and personal expenses. The actual specific amount of the award will vary for each scholar, depending on other scholarship awards, financial aid, and the ability of the scholar s family to contribute to the cost of college. In addition to the academic continuing scholarship requirements, the successful TWU Terry Scholar will need to be prepared to be actively involved in campus activities. A special TWU Terry Scholar Student Organization will offer recipients the opportunity to develop a community service agenda and mentor incoming scholars. Scholars will also have the opportunity to participate in various academic, social, and cultural events offered by the Student Life Office and the TWU Terry Scholars Program. 1

2 Terry Foundation Scholarship Program Application Guidelines Scholarship Eligibility Requirements: Acceptance to TWU as an entering full-time freshmen U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident Demonstrate a record of leadership in school and/or community Show strong academic abilities: Grades - Minimum 3.0 SAT evidence-based reading & math ACT 23 composite or higher Demonstrate financial need Will graduate from a Texas high school or home-school program in Texas Must reside on-campus for the first two years Continuing Scholar Criteria Maintain a cumulative GPA of at least a 2.5 (most Terry Scholars maintain cumulative GPAs above a 3.0) Maintain full-time enrollment status Annually complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and comply with any verification requests Write and submit an acceptable self-evaluation letter annually Attend all functions sponsored by the Terry Foundation (3 per academic year) Comply with all aspects of the university code of conduct and the Terry Foundation Scholar Handbook The Terry Foundation will determine award amounts beyond the first year (renewal awards) for Scholars who meet the required continuing scholarship criteria above. 2

3 Application Deadlines January 12, 2018 Submit completed Terry Scholarship application and essays. Provide addresses of two (2) individuals who can provide letters of recommendation that are specific to obtaining the Terry Scholarship at TWU and can speak on both your academic and leadership abilities. Recommenders will need to upload their letters of recommendation using a unique website link before the deadline. February 15, 2018 File a Federal Application for Free Student Aid (FAFSA) and submit the TWU Certification Information Form (CIF) online via your Pioneer Portal. The FAFSA will be available beginning October 1st. Nomination/Selection Process Following review of all completed applications received, TWU will interview a select number of students in February, Of those students interviewed, nominees will be selected and forwarded to the Terry Foundation for final scholarship interviews by Foundation representatives in late March/early April. The Terry Foundation will award 14 new traditional scholarships for use beginning the academic year. Please note: TWU serves as a nominating body only; all final decisions regarding scholarship awards are made by the Terry Foundation. INSTRUCTIONS FOR COMPLETING AND SUBMITTING YOUR APPLICATION To Begin: Download and save the application to your computer or flash drive. Open the PDF file from the location. Recommended: Enter your name and TWU ID on the application. Save the application and close. When you reopen the document, confirm the information you typed has saved. If not, contact the Terry Scholars Program. To Upload: When you have completed the application, save. Then, Select File > Print, change the printer type to Adobe PDF and save as a PDF file. This will lock your entries and will lock the text you entered so it cannot be edited. Upload the file to the Pioneer Scholarship System, Terry Scholars Application. All application materials must be submitted through the TWU Pioneer Scholarship System. For your application to be considered, your application and letters of recommendation must be submitted by January 12, You must be formally admitted to TWU by the application deadline. Any/all transcripts and scores on file at this time will be considered. Please contact us with questions: Terry Scholars Program: terry@twu.edu, (940)

4 Terry Foundation Scholarship Application Fill out each section of the application form completely, taking care to respond to each question in the space provided. I certify that the information I am providing is complete and correct to the best of my knowledge. If my application is accepted, I agree to abide by the policies, rules, and regulations of the Terry Foundation. I authorize the University of my choice and/or the Terry Foundation to verify the information I have provided. I further understand that this information will be relied upon by the Terry Foundation in determining my eligibility for financial aid and that the submission of false information is grounds for rejection of my application and/or withdrawal of an offer of scholarship. Agree: Disagree: Date: I. STUDENT INFORMATION Legal Name: (Last, First, Middle) Preferred Name: fffssffffffff Permanent Address: City: State: Zip: County: Home Phone: Cell: Alternate: Date of Birth: City, State/Country of Origin: Gender: Male Female Preferred Address: 4

5 US Citizen? Yes No Texas Resident? Yes No Ethnic Background: American Indian or Alaskan Native Asian Black or African American Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander Hispanic or Latino White Other Are you the first in your family to go to college? Yes No Do you have a sibling who is/was a Terry Scholar? Yes No Do you have a sibling who is applying for a Terry Scholarship? Yes No Anticipated College Major: Are you interested in applying for the TWU Honors Program? Yes No Are you interested in applying for the President's Leadership Council? Yes No 5

6 II. FINANCIAL INFORMATION Applicants must file a completed Free Application for Federal Student Financial Aid (FAFSA) with the U.S. Department of Education and indicate Texas Woman s University (school code: ) as a report recipient. FAFSA forms can be submitted on-line beginning October 1st. For this portion of the Terry Scholarship Application, please use estimated 2017 numbers. (Financial information may be subject to verification from tax returns or other sources) Your marital status: Single Married Divorced Widowed Your total annual income: Your parent s marital status: Single Married Divorced Widowed You presently live with: Funds for college saved by you: Funds for college saved by others: Father/Step Father s total annual income: Father/Stepfather s occupation: Father/Step Father s employer: Mother/Step Mother s total annual income: Mother/Step Mother s occupation: Mother/Step Mother s employer: Guardian s total annual income: Guardian s occupation: Guardian s employer: Parent/Guardian s total cash savings: Child support received per month and from whom: Projected parental support (annually): Parent/Guardian s investments net value: 6

7 Parent/Guardian s business/farm net value: Parent/Guardian s Adjusted Gross Income for last year: (Line 37 on 1040, Line 21 on 1040A, Line 4 on 1040 EZ) My family s income for 2017 remained the same as 2016: Yes No If not, it increased or decreased by this amount: Do you have a Texas Tomorrow or 529 college savings plan?: Yes No If yes, provide its value: List other scholarships or grants you will receive: Scholarship/Grant Name Number of years received: Dollar amount per year: List other scholarships or grants for which you have applied: Scholarship Name: 7

8 Please provide the specific information for all the children up to 25 years of age in your family. Do not include yourself or your parents. School/College/ Name Age Occupation Year in College Self-Supporting? To gain a better understanding of any financial need, please describe any special circumstances that affect your family s ability to fund your college expense. (This helps the committee determine your financial need for scholarship.) Approx. 200 words: 8

9 III. HIGH SCHOOL INFORMATION Name of High School: City: School Phone #: High School GPA: Class Rank: out of students Number of students tied for this rank: High School does not rank: Graduation Date: Name of High School Counselor: High School Counselor s Address: Please indicate your highest test scores for SAT and ACT. If you have taken a test multiple times, scores must come from the same test. SAT ACT Date of Test (MM/YY): Composite: Critical Reading: Math: Writing: Date of Test (MM/YY): Composite: Reading: Math: English: Science: 9

10 Indicate level of recognition you have achieved in the following scholarship competitions. National Merit: Date: National Achievement: Date: National Hispanic: Date: 10

11 IV. ADVANCED PLACEMENT, INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE PROGRAM, DUAL CREDIT, OR EARLY COLLEGE COURSEWORK TAKEN IN HIGH SCHOOL Sophomore Level Coursework Credit Hours Final Grade Junior Level Coursework Credit Hours Final Grade Senior Level Coursework Credit Hours Final Grade Total amount of college level credit hours earned at the end of senior year: 11

12 For section V, enter responses in the space provided. Do NOT submit a resume in lieu of completing section V. Important: If you are a recruited athlete, DO NOT include any information about your athletic participation or achievements on this application. V. ACTIVITIES, AWARDS AND EMPLOYMENT Extracurricular Activities and Leadership Positions (Limit - approx. 40 characters) In order of importance to you, list your top six extracurricular activities (include band, clubs, affiliations, etc.) Organization/Activity Description of Activity Positions Held Year(s) Held Community or Volunteer Service Describe your role in any community or volunteer service organization, the type of organization you were associated with, how many hours of service you devoted each week, and when you participated in each activity. List your most recent service first. (Limit - approx. 50 characters) Place of Service Description of Service Total Hrs/Wk From (MM/YY) To (MM/YY) 12

13 Awards, Special Honors, and Distinctions In order of importance to you, list up to four major awards, honors, or distinctions that you received both in and out of school during grades Description/Basis for Award Award/Distinction/Honor /Sponsor Level of Competition Year(s) Received Employment and Internships List all of your previous and current jobs or internships. Include your job title, your employer s name, how many hours per week you worked, and the dates of employment. List your most recent activities first. Place of Service Description of Service Total Hrs/Wk From (Mm/YY) To (MM/YY) 13

14 VI. COLLEGE PLANS List in order of preference up to six colleges or universities you are considering attending (be sure to rank TWU among your choices): 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) 6) Why have you chosen to apply to Texas Woman s University? (250 max words) 15

15 Why have you chosen your academic major(s)? (250 max words) Briefly describe any educational plans you have beyond earning your Bachelor s degree: (250 max words) 16

16 What are some of your life s goals and objectives? (250 max words) It is recommended that you print and review your completed application prior to submitting the final version in the Pioneer Scholarship system to ensure accuracy. Please review the instructions for upload on page 3. 17

17 VIII. INSTRUCTIONS FOR ESSAYS & LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION Essays Please type your essays in a separate document, save in a word or PDF format and upload to the Pioneer Portal in the appropriate space. Be sure to abide by the essay lengths. Include your full name and TWU Student ID# as a header. The Essay Topic must appear at the top of each page of your essay. The topics and prompts are listed below for your review. Example: Pioneer, Minerva A. Student ID#: Leadership Ability Essay I: Leadership Ability Describe a situation where you displayed leadership. Be sure to describe your actions and the actions of those around you and to explain what you accomplished. Approximately 500 words Essay II: Personal Story What was the environment in which you were raised? Describe your family, home, neighborhood, or community, and explain how it has shaped you as a person. Maximum 1 page single space Letters of Recommendation In the Pioneer Scholarship System, you will be prompted to provide the name and addresses of two individuals who will submit letters of recommendation on your behalf. At least one letter must be from an instructor. Your recommenders will receive instructions and a link to upload a letter of recommendation. The letter should be specific to obtaining the Terry Scholarship at TWU and speak to both your academic and leadership abilities. Letters of recommendation are due by the January 12th deadline. 18