Greater CharlotteAlliance of BlackSchool Educators

This scholarship was established to assist college bound students in their pursuit of a post secondary education. We encourage all students that desire to attend college to apply. All applicants will be considered for this scholarship based on the information that is received by the scholarship committee.

Purpose

The Greater Charlotte Alliance of Black School Educators (GCABSE) Scholarship Fund will award scholarships to selected applicants who satisfy eligibility requirements. Scholarships will be awarded to selected students based on demonstrated academic performance, community and extra-curricular activities.

  • Students planning to major in the field of education are strongly encouraged to apply.
  • Students of African descent are also strongly encouraged to apply.

Eligibility Requirements

The recipient must be a graduating high school senior and show proof of acceptance from an accredited post-secondary institution.

The recipient must be a United States citizen.

The recipient must be in good standing with respective high school.

Applicants must submit a copy of their most recent grade report (minimum GPA: 2.8 or higher), along with a completed typed application form.

Distribution of Funds

Four (4) scholarships will be awarded in the amount of $1, 000.00 each.

All scholarships will be awarded based on eligibility.

Funds will be paid to the accredited institution based on proof of acceptance as a full time student.

Verification of Application Material

GCABSE representatives reserve the right to verify information submitted in support of an application for financial assistance and to request additional information when needed.

Administration of Scholarships

Awarded funds will be sent to the institution in which the applicant is enrolled as a full time student and will be applied to the student’s account.

Application Procedures

To be considered for the GCABSE Scholarship, the applicant must:

  1. Submit an application packet, with all of the following information,postmarked no later thanMarch 1, 2012. The packet includes:
  2. A completed application.
  3. Two letters of recommendation: one from a school official and one from a community representative (no relatives).
  4. An official transcript.
  5. A one-page typed essay stating why the applicant is applying for the scholarship.
  6. Proof of acceptance as a full time student at an accredited institution.
  1. Mail the completed packet to:

GCABSE

C/O Scholarship Committee

P.O. Box 36693

Charlotte, NC 28236-6693

  1. Attend a personal interview with the GCABSE Scholarship Committee.

For more information and/or questions, please contact:Judy Goins,Scholarship Committee Chairperson, via email at r yourCMS high school counselor.

APPLICATION FOR SCHOLARSHIP
SUPPORTED BY
Greater CharlotteAlliance of BlackSchool Educators (GCABSE)

INFORMATION

Personal

Name______

Address______

Parent/Guardian Name______

Parent Address______

E-mail address (if applicable)______

Telephone Number______Alternate Number______

Church Affiliation(Name)______

Church Address______

Honors/Awards*______

Church/Community Activities*______

School History

High School Attending______

Year of Graduation______Grade Point Average______SAT/ACT Score______

Extra-Curricular Activities*______

______

College Information

Where applied______

Where accepted______

College of Choice______

Major Interest______Date planning to enter______

Checklist

___ Completed Application ___ Two Letters of Recommendation

___ Typed Essay ___ Official Transcript

Applicant’s Signature______Date______

Parent’s Signature ______Date ______

* Use additional paper, if necessary.