Recognizing and Supporting Academic Achievement

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1 BETHEL AFRICAN METHODIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH 225 North Swiss Street San Antonio, Texas Reverend Dr. W. Raymond Bryant, Pastor Recognizing and Supporting Academic Achievement

2 PURPOSE Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church Scholarship Committee is seeking to recognize and financially support college-bound high school seniors, as well as students presently enrolled in college, who desire to further their educational studies. Funds have been generated to provide scholarship awards in the amounts of $ to persons attending an accredited two-year Educational program and $1, to persons attending an accredited fouryear Educational program. Students who complete their First year and have a 2.5 G.P.A. (4.0 scale) are eligible to receive subsequent Awards. Part-Time Undergraduate Students (taking at least 6 hrs) ~ $250.00, Part-Time Graduate Students (6 11 hrs) ~ $500.00, and Full-Time Graduate Students (12 hrs plus) ~ $1, ELIGIBILITY Applicants for the Bethel A.M.E. Church Scholarship must meet the eligibility requirements below. In order to be considered for a scholarship, applicants should: Hold full membership at Bethel A.M.E. Church and have attended for at least one year. Possess a cumulative grade point average of 2.5 or higher on a 4.0 scale. Have demonstrated academic excellence, as well as outstanding service and leadership in the Church, community and workplace (if applicable) Have made plans to attend or is already attending an Accredited Undergraduate two or four-year University or College, Trade School, Technical School or other institution of higher learning. Have made plans to attend school as a full-time (12 hours plus or criteria as established by respective institution) or part-time (6 to 11 hours or criteria as established by respective institution) student. Submit a letter of recommendation from a teacher, counselor, administrator or advisor from their respective institution of learning. SELECTION CRITERIA Scholarship applicants will be evaluated on: Academic performance Leadership in church, school and community activities A word essay outlining career aspirations SELECTION PROCEDURE COMPLETED applications must be submitted to Bethel A.M.E. Church Scholarship Committee no later than June 2 nd of the current year. Applicants will be judged against the program criteria by a selection committee determined by Bethel A.M.E. Church Scholarship Committee.

3 APPLICATION FORM Please Note This application in not complete without the following: A completed and signed application form An official high school/college transcript including your most recent course work A letter of recommendation from an appropriate high school/college teacher or administrator An essay(personal statement) of words outlining career aspirations STUDENT PROFILE Please print or type Name: Last First Middle Initial Permanent Home Address: Number Street Apt./Suite City State Zip Code Date of Birth: Month Day Year Social Security Number: HIGH SCHOOL PROFILE Official School Name: Location: Address City State Zip Code Graduation Date ACT Score SAT Score G.P.A. (4.0 scale) Are you a recipient of any other scholarships? Yes No If yes, please list scholarships received and the amount of money awarded COLLEGE PROFILE Intended college, trade or technical school or other institution of higher learning (please indicate if your are presently enrolled) Name: Location: Address City State Zip Code Have you applied to this institution yet? Yes No Have you been accepted? Yes No

4 Anticipated date to begin classes: Month Day Year ACTIVITY PROFILE In the space below, please provide information on your experiences for each area. When appropriate, be as specific as possible regarding dates and the length and depth of your activities. Also, if you have a student resume/profile, please attach. If you wish, you may provide additional comments on a separate sheet; however, these comments must be formatted using the same headings identified below: 1. Work Experience 2. Leadership Experience 3. Honors and Awards Received 4. Extracurricular School Activities 5. Service and Volunteerism in Church, School and Community 6. Educational and Career Aspirations ( word essay) Please type RELEASE AUTHORIZATION I certify that I meet the stated eligibility requirements for this program and that all information in this application is true, complete and accurate. I understand that incomplete and inaccurate information submitted as part of my application will result in disqualification. I hereby give Bethel A.M.E. Church Scholarship Committee permission to contact my high school or other institution of learning in order to verify and/or confirm information submitted in this application. Applicant s Signature Date CHECKLIST Before submitting application, please make sure all items listed are complete. Complete and sign application Enclosed To be forwarded Personal Statement (essay) Enclosed To be forwarded Letter(s) of Recommendation Enclosed To be forwarded Official Transcript Enclosed To be forwarded SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION MUST BE POSTMARKED BY JUNE 2 ND OF THE CURRENT YEAR. Please mail to: Bethel A.M.E. Church Scholarship Committee 225 North Swiss Street

5 San Antonio, Texas 78202