The Birdie T Smith Scholarship to award a scholarship to a deserving student who wish to continue education in any business or office related field .

Those who qualify will receive a $ 300 scholarship.

Eligibility Requirements:

You must apply by January 1,2026

• Continuing education courses in an office-related business program

• Candidate may be a graduating senior who has made an application to continue his/her 

education OR the candidate may currently be pursuing such a course of study

• Must  minimum 2.8 GPA (4.0 Scale)

• Completion of 2 Business education courses and return of all required support materials

Application Process:

• Completed application and application $10 fee and other supporting documents listed:

1. Biographical information form. (All items must be completed. Failure to complete the form in its entirety will result in disqualification.)

2. High School transcript with the indication of class rank as of last class period.

3. Post-secondary transcript(s) for all coursework completed as of the last grading period.

4. One-page essay on “Why I am Choosing an Office-Related Career or Vocation”. This essay should also include long-range goals.

5. Three letters of recommendation - from non-family or non-MAEOP members. Letters may be from school officials, teachers, former or present employers, or others who should describe the student’s activities, initiative, drive, home background, and/or other factors supporting his/her candidacy.

6. Affiliate nomination form for applications sponsored by affiliate associations. (Responsibility of affiliate)