2018-19BEYOND THE YELLOW RIBBON SOUTH OF THE RIVER SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM

BTYRSOTR is pleased to awardscholarships to two deserving individuals in the amount $1000.00 each. Applicants must be a Scott County, MN resident at the time of application, or if on duty must have a home of record in Scott county, MN. One scholarship will be awarded to a graduating high school senior who is the dependent of, or the grandchild of a veteran or current military member. And one scholarship awarded to a veteran or current military member who is returning to school.

ELIGIBILTY REQUIREMENTS

The applicant mustbe a dependent or grandchild of a member of the military (active, reserve, retired), or an individual who is currently serving, or is a former service member, or has a delayed enlistment and has a home of record in, or currently resides in Scott County. Proof must be provided. The applicant must be attending or accepted for admission to an accredited college or university, community college or vocational/technical school.

APPLICATION SUBMISSION AND DEADLINES

Applicants who wish to apply for the Beyond the Yellow Ribbon South of the River (BTYRSOTR) scholarshipand meet the eligibility requirements must provide the following by April 15, 2018:

  • A completed scholarship application form. The appearance, style, structure, grammar and content will be considered when determining the recipients of the scholarships.
  • A one or two page essay discussing your career goals and why you selected your school of choice as the next step in your education.
  • Two letters of recommendation from persons other than relatives, having them respond to why

you are being recommended for this scholarship.

Your name and any other personal information should be omitted from the essay; it will be cross referenced to your application by code number only.

It is the responsibility of each applicant to ensure their application is complete. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.

Applications may be downloaded in word format at

Paper copies may be obtained by calling us at 952.440.5011.

Submit all required items together in the following way:

  • Submit application by mail, postmarked no later than April 15, 2018 and mailed to:

Scholarship Committee

Beyond the Yellow Ribbon South of the River

P.O. Box 394

Prior Lake MN 55372

RECIPIENT SELECTION PROCESS

Once received, the Scholarship Committee will review the applications and essays for completeness. A coding system will be used to ensure an unbiased review of the applications and essays. After the recipients are selected, the code numbers from the application form are matched with the appropriate essays. Recipients will be notified prior to our June6th meeting at which the scholarships will awarded.

2018-19 BEYOND THE YELLOW RIBBON SOUTH OF THE RIVER SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION

Please print or type all information. Incomplete applications will not be processed.

APPLICANT INFORMATION

Name:

Last:______

First: ______

Middle: ______

Home Address:

Cell Phone Number:

(Used to contact award winners)

Student Status: ___High School Senior ___College ___Graduate Student ___ Returning Student

Intended Major: ______

Minor(s): ______

Name of military member if dependent: ______

Provide proof of service: ______

List any awards, scholarships or special recognition (academic/professional) you have received in the past three years:

Describe your involvement in any High School or College sponsored organizations, and any other organizations (academic or professional) you wish the Scholarship Committee to consider. Note any offices held and your role in major projects, if applicable.

Briefly describe your career goals and how receiving a scholarship might help you achieve these goals. Include any other information you believe might be helpful to those considering your qualifications for this scholarship.

Name of High School and/or Colleges attended and dates:

Applicant’s Signature: