ABI KATTEL MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

APPLICATION FORM

Postmark Deadline: June 15, 20__
All application materials must be submitted in English

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Eligibility Requirements

Currently accepted in an undergraduate program at an institution for higher learning.

  • Proof of graduation from high school at the time of application.
  • Applicants must be full/part-time students in an educational institution.
  • Application must be postmarked no later than June 15, 20___.

Please print legibly using black or blue ink or type.

PERSONAL INFORMATION

Last Name / First Name / Middle Name
Home Address: Street Address
City / State / Province / Postal Code / Country
e-mail Address / Home Telephone Number
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Father’s Name/profession: / Mothers’ Name/profession
Address: / Phone #:--

EDUCATIONAL DATA

Current Acceptance/Enrollment: College/University Name (with acceptance letter attached)
College/University Address (City / State / Postal Code / Country)
Website URL for University (if applicable) / Beginning Year / Expected Date of Graduation:
Undergraduate Major
What type of degree will you earn upon graduation?
(Please place a check in the appropriate box) / Associate / Bachelors / Other? (Please list below)

REFERENCE LETTERS

A signed letter of recommendation is required from a teacher who is familiar with your educational program
NOTE: If the person providing the letter wishes to write a confidential reference, he or she should place the original letter in a sealed envelope.
Name of Referrer/ organization / school:

ATTACHMENTS OF SUPPORTING INFORMATION

Using a separate sheet(s) of 8 ½ x 11 paper (single-sided), include the following information to support your application. Please type and attach your information in the order in which it is listed below.
  1. Educational Record, Activities and Honors
  • Include an official copy of all high school transcripts with this application that includes all courses attempted and/or completed to date. Be sure all transcripts are legible.
  • List extracurricular activities in which you have participated
  • List academic honors, civic honors, or awards you have received.
  1. Employment Record / Work Experience (IF ANY)
  • List all jobs you have held. Include the names of the employers, the dates of employment, and the type of work you performed.
  1. Essay Question
On a separate sheet of paper, describe your academic goal. Describe your academic objectives and how the award of an AKMF scholarship would help you attain your objectives. Comment about what you have achieved and learned through your studies and activities, and what this indicates about your character and determination. Your essay should not exceed 200 words and should be typed, double-spaced.

APPLICANT’S CERTIFICATION

I hereby certify that all information submitted on this application is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge.
I understand that falsification of any information on this application disqualifies me for any current or future AKMF scholarship. I also understand that all applications will be evaluated on academic achievement, extracurricular activities, and essay submission. I also understand that submission of an application in no way guarantees that a scholarship will be awarded, and that incomplete applications will not be considered.
Signature______Date______

MAILING INSTRUCTIONS

A complete application package will include the following documents:

  • Completed application form (page 1 and 2)
  • One reference letter (From the school)
  • Transcripts
  • Awards and Honors/Extracurricular Activities
  • Employment experience, if any.
  • Typed, double-spaced Essay (Preferably less than two pages)
  • Proof of an acceptance /or the acceptance letter from an institution /university for higher study.

Mail the completed application with the attachments to the foundation at the following address:

Abi Kattel Memorial Foundation – Scholarship Program

12197 Sunset Point Circle

Wellington, FL 33414

U.S.A.

Application review Process:

Application review will begin June 30, of the year. Award Recipient will be notified electronically byAugust15th bythe Abi Kattel Memorial Scholarship committee. Award amount will be mailed to the recipient on or before September 30of that year.

No applications or associated documentation will be returned to applicants. Recipient’s photo and name will be posted on the Abi Kattel Memorial Foundation website(

Important:

The winner upon receiptof thewinnernotification should mail

1. An updated college acceptance letter with the courses enrolled for the semester or year (must be mailed by post)

2. A single photo of thewinner(not with other people/or scenery on the background).

3. An updated address (where to mail the award check).

Unable to receive a letter of acceptance with above three documents from the winner of the Abi Kattel Memorial Foundation Scholarshipwithin a month will be considered as declining the scholarship award.