Delaware Association of Educational Office Professionals (DAEOP) Student Scholarship

Scholarship Overview: High school senior who is entering an accredited college for at least two years in a secretarial or related office/business occupational field. (i.e. accounting, business technology, etc.)
Application Available: July 28, 2023
Deadline Date: March 15, 2024
Scholarship Details:

Eligibility Requirements:

1. The scholarship applicant must be a citizen of the United States.
2. A graduating senior of a Delaware public or private high school who is entering an accredited college for at least two years in a secretarial or related office/business occupational field.  (i.e. accounting, business technology, etc.)
   1. Next year, must successfully complete a one business class per semester while maintaining a GPA of 2.5.

Application Requirements:

1. Completed COMPUTER-GENERATED/TYPE WRITTEN application form (No handwritten applications accepted but MUST include live signature.)
2. A letter from the high school administrator or counselor stating the student’s activities, leadership, character, personality, initiative, helpful background information and financial need, if any.
3. An official high school transcript showing the candidate’s high school grades and approximate rank in the graduating class.
4. A biographical sketch of approximately 200 words from the candidate stating career goals.

The scholarship recipient will be selected by a committee consisting of association members.  One alternate will also be selected in case a winner withdraws.

Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Minimum GPA, Transcript

Essay Details:

A biographical sketch of approximately 200 words from the candidate stating career goals.

Award Amount: $500
Award Details:

Three $500 Scholarships will be awarded – one for each county (New Castle, Kent, and Sussex).
The Delaware Association of Educational Office Professionals will notify the recipient and their high school of the scholarship award in the early spring.
A check for the amount of the scholarship will be forwarded to the student upon successful completion of the first semester and proof of payment.  Successful completion will mean at least having a GPA of 2.5 and taking at least one business class per semester.

Website/URL: https://sites.google.com/view/daeop/awardsscholarships

Scholarship Manager Information:

Contact Name: Theresa Blocker
Contact Email: tblocker@msd.k12.de.us
Contact Phone Number: 302-422-1600
Additional Contact & Submission Information:

Submission instructions are updated on the application yearly. Please refer to the most updated application.

Filters:

Eligibility: Minimum GPA/Class Rank, U.S Citizen/Permanent Resident
Areas of Study: Business Management, Finance & Accounting
Applicant’s Current Education Level: High School Senior
Location Specific: Delaware