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SCHOLARSHIPS
Bethlehem Center of Charlotte Education
Scholarship Fund
Application Instructions
Fall 2008 Applications are
due June 30th
PURPOSE: The Bethlehem Center of Charlotte
was established in 1990 to provide financial assistance to individuals
enrolled in an institution of higher learning regardless of age. Financial
assistance is based on need, academic performance, leadership potential and
level of volunteerism at Bethlehem Center and/or in the community where the
applicant resides.
ELIGIBILITY:
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Applicant must have a cumulative grade point
average of 2.5 on a 5.0 scale.
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Applicant must show proof of acceptance at an
academic, vocational or technical school for post-secondary studies.
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Applicant must demonstrate financial need.
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Applicant must provide evidence of volunteer
activities he/she has performed.
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Applicant must have leadership potential as
evidenced by school and/or community activities.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE: To be considered for
a Bethlehem Center of Charlotte Education Scholarship Fund grant, applicants
must:
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Complete an application packet. The
application packet includes:
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A completed application form.
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An official high school or college
transcript and an official high school or college transcript.
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Three recommendation forms: one from a
teach or other school official and one from an employer, minister or
other adult familiar with applicant’s potential.
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Attend a personal interview with the Bethlehem
Center of Charlotte Education Scholarship Fund committee if chosen as a
finalist.
AWARDS: The maximum amount of scholarships
will be determined by the Scholarship Committee annually; based on the
availability of funds and the number of qualified applicants. Scholarships
will be awarded for on year only (although an applicant may continue to
apply for a maximum of 4 years). All scholarship awards will be paid
directly to the recipient’s school.
Click here for the
application
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