Altrusa International of Ocala Thelma Parker Educational Scholarship

NOT College Awarded Aid

Not Need-based

1. Applicant must be pursuing a degree in the field of education.
2. Applicant will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, creed, color, age, religion, sex, handicap, or national origin.
3. Applicant must be a high school/GED graduate by June of 2013.
4. Applicant’s parent or grandparent may not be an active member of Altrusa International, Inc., of Ocala.
5. The applicant’s principal place of residence must be in Marion County, Florida. The educational institution may be located outside of Marion County.
6. Other financial assistance will be considered in relationship to applicant’s needs.
7. Applicant must submit two written letters of recommendation from the following: One from a teacher or employer; and one from an individual not related to the applicant and not a member of the Altrusa International, Inc. of Ocala.
8. Applicant must submit a transcript of his/her most recent education.
9. Applicant must submit a one page typewritten letter explaining his/her career goals and why applicant believes he/she will succeed.
10. Applicant must agree to provide Altrusa with additional financial information upon request. A copy of the applicant’s FAFSA application should be attached.
11. Scholarship funds will be restricted to tuition and books. Scholarship funds will be paid directly to the school.
12. Applications, transcripts, letters of recommendation, and the statement of career goals must be received by March 31, 2013. A decision by the committee will be made by April 30, 2013 and the decision will be final.