Local Scholarships

now available!!

DUE April 1, 2018 unless otherwise noted.

Instructions:

    1. Open "2018 Local Scholarship Application" (link below).
    2. Fill out electronic application completely (once).
    3. Chromebook users: in order to save filled out application, hit the print button and change settings to "save as PDF".
    4. Print as many copies as needed. (i.e., if you want to submit to four scholarships then print four copies and check the box for each of the indicated scholarship located on the first page)
    5. Read each scholarship carefully and attach additional requirements as indicated by each scholarship. (i.e., resume, essay, letter of rec, etc.)
    6. Make sure to include a cover letter for each application. (1-2 paragraphs introducing yourself, goals, highlights of few of your experiences or skills, etc.)
    7. Submit applications and requested attachments to the Counseling Center by April 1st.

Note: Transcripts and test scores will be automatically attached to each application (we will take care of that). No need to request them.

(Click link for application--Local Scholarships ONLY)




These scholarships have their own applications

Applying for Scholarships

All SPSEF scholarships, as well as colleges/universities, require your current Free Application for Federal Student Aid – Expected Family Contribution (FAFSA-EFC) when applying for financial aid. To apply for a scholarship, follow these steps:

1. Before you apply for any of the Foundation’s Scholarships you MUST complete the FAFSA. To access the FAFSA website: http://www.fafsa.ed.gov. Once you have completed the FAFSA, you will receive your Student Aid Report (SAR) with an Expected Family Contribution (EFC) number listed in the top right hand corner. You will need your EFC number to complete the Foundation Scholarship Application.

2. To see if you are eligible to apply for a particular scholarship, click on each of the scholarship names listed above to read the eligibility, criteria, and guidelines for applying.

3. To apply for a specific scholarship click on the blue APPLY button next to the scholarship name. Students may apply for multiple scholarships.

4. Once you have been redirected to the scholarship application page you will be prompted to create an account and then begin filling out the application. If you can’t finish the entire application in one session, don’t worry because you will be able to save your work and return at a later time to complete or update your application.

The Foundation only accepts scholarship applications between February 1st and April 1st. For more information about applying for scholarships, please contact the Foundation Office at (479) 365-2696 or via email at chris@spsef.org.