scholarship app reqUIREMENTs
Graduating Senior
All applicants must be a graduating senior from either Berkshire High School or Cardinal High School in Geauga County, Ohio.
Recommendations
Each candidate may, but shall not be required to, submit no more than five written recommendations (no more than 400 words per recommendation requested) from one or more teachers, coaches, employers, supervisors, etc.
College Bound
Candidates must be furthering their education at a two-year or four-year college or university, or accredited trade school in the United States for the upcoming fall semester after graduation from high school.
Criteria
Criteria includes the following (in no particular order):
- Grade Point Average
- Extracurricular activities (Scouting, Band, Clubs, Sports, Work/Volunteer experience, Written Recommendations, Community service)
- Essay
- Family Income
Candidate Essay
Each candidate must submit an essay of no more than 500 words that discusses the candidates' short-term and long-term goals.
Scholarship Terms
1. If awarded the scholarship money will be paid directly to the institution to which the candidate has been accepted.
2. If a scholarship is awarded it shall be one-time.
3. Should a candidate be awarded a scholarship choose not to attend or fail to attend any payment made shall be refunded.