Criteria for Eligibility and Evaluation

To be eligible for a PBVTA Scholarship, the applicant must:

1. Be the dependent child of an active member pursuant to CTA Bylaws.  Please include current membership number on application.

2. A potential for successful use of the scholarship funds.

3. Submit a one-page personal statement explaining why the applicant feels s/he should be considered for the PBVTA Scholarship.  The statement should be typed in a traditional 12-point font and the format should be double-spaced with one-inch margins. 

4. Submit a letter of recommendation:

A.  Either from a certificated school employee who is familiar with the applicant’s academic performance, or from a community member, outside the school setting, who is familiar with the applicant's involvement and participation in community activities;

B.  Be sure that the letter addresses the following criteria:

      i.  Involvement in and sensitivity to human social and civic issues;

      ii.   Characteristics such as responsibility, reliability, and integrity;

      iii.  Academic and vocational potential;

      iv.  Special and personal achievements.

C.  Include the following information at the beginning of the letter:

      i.    Printed name;

      ii.   Signature;

      iii.  Number of years of familiarity with the applicant;

      iv.  Nature of relationship to the applicant.

5. Submit a copy of his/her most recent transcript.  The applicant must have a 3.0 (or better) Grade Point Average (GPA) and demonstrate involvement in extracurricular activities as well as excellence in their academic pursuits.

6. Scholarship recipients must be registered as full-time students at an accredited institution of higher learning.