The James and Nellie Dickerson Memorial Scholarship
Scholarship Overview: Current Appoquinimink School District senior planning to attend college next fall.
Deadline Date: December 31, 2024
Scholarship Details:
The James and Nellie Dickerson Scholarship Fund Committee is currently accepting applications. Our goal is to provide a $500 scholarship each year to a deserving high school graduating student and assist them in continuing their education at a college/university.
Eligibility Requirements:
- Current Appoquinimink School District graduating senior
- Planning to attend an accredited college next fall
- Minimum GPA of 3.0 or higher, computed on a 4.0 system
- Must demonstrate a positive persona, maintain a solid academic history in their core classes, and participate in community involvement activities highlighted in their letters of recommendation.
Application Requirements:
- Completed application form, must be typed (application available here)
- Letter of application addressed to the Scholarship Committee. The letter should contain a brief explanation of career goals and biographical (background) information.
- Three (3) letters of recommendations from choice of high school teachers-at least one core teacher, administrators, or counselors, employers, or individuals with significant knowledge of applicant’s experience and involvement.
- An official and recent high school transcript with cumulative Grade Point Average of 3.0 or greater.
- Personal Essay
- Indicate leadership opportunities, community involvement, and participation in extracurricular activities.
- Small photograph
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Minimum GPA, Transcript
Essay Details:
“How have you made a positive difference in your community, school, and family?”
Award Amount: $500
Award Details:
$500 scholarship to a deserving high school graduating senior who intends to pursue a post-high school course of study at either a college, university, or other accredited post-secondary educational institution.
Website/URL: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1moRbSoOyf63l4T1FQ4Cd9TUJL7Yu3OiH7lBwdJw8ko4/copy
Scholarship Manager Information:
Contact Email: william196877@yahoo.com
Contact Phone Number: (865) 705-0582
Additional Contact & Submission Information:
Application and attachments must be postmarked no later than December 31, 2024. Applications: Official applications may be obtained by email request to: william196877@yahoo.com.
Additional Scholarship Information:
Please type your application. Incomplete applications will be returned to you without consideration.
Filters:
Eligibility: Community Service, Minimum GPA/Class Rank
Areas of Study: Open to All
Applicant’s Current Education Level: High School Senior
Location Specific: New Castle County, Delaware