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The scholarship application period for the 2013-2014 academic year has begun! Applications with instructions can be downloaded below. You will need a PDF reader software, such as Adobe Reader, to read the instructions and complete the application.
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George Geng On Lee
Minorities in Leadership Scholarship
One $1,000 Scholarship available
Application Deadline: July 15, 2013 |
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Single Parent Scholarship
One $1,000 Scholarship available
Application Deadline: July 15, 2013 |
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Am I Eligible?
Low-income*, minority** students who are California residents and will be enrolled full time at a 4-year institution in Fall 2013 are eligible to apply. This scholarship may only be used for undergraduate level studies.
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Am I Eligible?
Low-income*, single parents** who are California residents and will be enrolled full or part-time at a 2- or 4-year institution in Fall 2013 are eligible to apply. This scholarship may only be used for undergraduate level studies.
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What Should I Send?
Applicants are required to submit all of the following items:
There is no application fee. |
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What Should I Send?
Applicants are required to submit all of the following items:
- Single Parent Scholarship Application and Essay
- Cover Letter
- Professional Resume
- Official High School and/or College Transcript
- Financial Aid Web-Award Confirmation
- Letter of Recommendation (Minimum one letter from a teacher, supervisor, or equivalent)
There is no application fee. |
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Essay Topic
In 1,000 words or less, explain why you should be selected as a recipient of our George Geng On Lee – Minorities in Leadership Scholarship. Draw upon your academic, professional, volunteer and personal experiences to demonstrate how you have overcome the challenges of being a minority. Describe how you exemplify a minority in a leadership role. In addition, state how your career goals and future aspirations will contribute to your growth as a leader in your community.
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Essay Topic
In 1,000 words or less, please explain why you should be selected as a recipient of our Single Parent Scholarship. Draw upon your academic, professional, volunteer and personal experiences to demonstrate how you have overcome the challenges of being a single parent. Describe how you are a leader in your community. In addition, state how your career goals and future aspirations will contribute to your continued growth as a leader in your community.
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* The LLSIL and poverty guidelines for 2012 are used to establish low-income status for scholarship eligibility. Refer to this document to determine if you are eligible.
** Minority is defined as a group differing from the majority population. This includes but is not limited to ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, etc.
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* The LLSIL and poverty guidelines for 2012 are used to establish low-income status for scholarship eligibility. Refer to this document to determine if you are eligible.
** Must have legal custody of one or more minor children.
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Please mail completed forms to:
Capture the Dream, Inc.
Attn: Scholarship Chair
484 Lake Park Ave #15
Oakland, CA 94610
All requested materials must be sent together in a single application package, and postmarked on or before the application deadline. We recommend that you send your application via certified mail with a return receipt. Capture the Dream, Inc. is not responsible for lost mail, and late applications will not be accepted.
Questions regarding the Scholarship Application can be directed to:
Erin Yee, Scholarship Chair
scholarships@capturethedream.org
