Stratford First scholarship

The Stratford First Scholarship is designed for eligible high school seniors who enroll at Stratford University during the summer and fall terms following their high school graduation. Up to five recipients are selected at each campus each year to receive $10,000 to be applied toward tuition and fees. The Stratford First Scholarship provides financial assistance to graduating High School Seniors pursuing a post-secondary education for the first time. In order to qualify, applicants must meet the following: Scholarship application must be completed and submitted by 11:59 p.m., May 1st of the calendar year. Application must be accompanied with at least a 500-word essay explaining the student’s choice of study and how it will benefit their community. Please include current extra- curricular activities and community services. Applicant must have graduated from high school with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 as evidenced on their official high school transcript’ Applicant must have a letter of recommendation from counselor or teacher. Applicant must be a U.S. Citizen or Legal Permanent resident. Applicant must enroll in a Bachelor’s degree program at Stratford University. Student will have up to one (1) year after approval to use the scholarship. Enrollment status must be full-time (3 classes per quarter). Applications can be submitted at: https://stratfordedu.formstack.com/forms/stratford_first_scholarship_application