Helen K. and Robert T. Stafford Scholarship
Vermont Student Assistance Corporation
Award: $1000 – $1000
Deadline: February 12.
To provide financial support to a student who demonstrates strong financial need and a commitment to a career in environmental studies or special education, along with a deep compassion and enthusiasm for making the world a better place. Qualifications: Students must be attending (or planning to attend) a college, university or training program within the United States or Canada who are: United States citizens; must be a current high school senior; Seek an undergraduate degree in environmental studies or special education; Enroll at least half time; Demonstrate financial need; Demonstrate community involvement and/or service; Attend an accredited school approved for federal Title IV funding (Pell grants, federal Direct loans). Selection criteria: Selection will be based on Financial need, essay, and recommendation letter. How to apply: Applicants must be submit online application form; scholarships listed on pages 6-46 require the Unified Scholarship Application (USA); each scholarship usually requires at least one additional required document; Submit required documents online through MyVSAC account; Required documents: Unified Scholarship Application, FAFSA, recommendation letter 1 (non-relative), and essay 1 (general essay). Focus: Education, Special; Environmental science.