Continental Societies, Incorporated Scholarships

2014 STUDENT APPLICATION GUIDELINES FOR

CONTINENTAL SOCIETIES, INCORPORATED

NATIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS

Applications available with Mrs. Smith in guidance

Continental Societies, Incorporated is a national organization whose purpose is to promote the economic, educational and social welfare of underserved and disadvantaged children and youth; to enhance their recreational activities; and to promote additional experiences necessary for their optimal development.

The organization awards five Scholarships to deserving young people – one in each of the four regions of the Societies, and one National recipient.  Applications MUST be TYPED and submitted to a Chapter Representative.  Scholarships are awarded in June.  Applications should be submitted as follows:

ELIGIBILITY

Applicant must be a graduating high school senior attending college for the first time.  Applicant must have applied to and been accepted by a four-year college or university.

SELECTION CRITERIA

Each applicant must submit an Essay (500 word minimum).  The essay should include the following:

• Long Range and Short Term Goals (Review committee must be able to clearly identify specific goals.)
• Plans for Educational Support (financial, academic, etc.).
• Statement identifying why applicant should receive the scholarship.
• Costs from the accepting institution (Tuition, room & board, and fees).
• Personal Achievements including honors and awards (School, community, church and/or employment).

The applicants must have a personal interview with the local Chapter Scholarship Committee or President, and provide a picture suitable for publication.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION AND REQUIREMENTS

• Letter of Graduation Substantiation from school official (principal or counselor on institution letterhead)
• Copy of College Acceptance Letter
• Official High School Transcript (must have school’s official stamp or seal) or Letter of Substantiation (as above)
• Class Rank
• Grade Point Average (GPA)
• ACT/SAT Scores
• Three Letters of Reference (one each from School Personnel, Community and Church or Employer)
• List of Memberships and Affiliations, plus Honors and Awards

APPLICANT’S CHECKLIST and ENDORSEMENTS

·         Applicants must apply through a local Continental chapter and advance through the Regional level in order to compete for the National Scholarship.

• Each applicant must complete and attach the Scholarship Application Checklist verifying all components submitted, and agreement to comply with scholarship requirements.
• The reverse side of the application provides Continental Societies, Incorporated policy statements which must be initialed or signed as indicated, by the applicant.      

GOOD LUCK!