The University of Arizona Hispanic Alumni Scholarship Program for UA Graduate Students

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1 The University of Arizona Hispanic Alumni Scholarship Program for UA Graduate Students Scholarship Overview The University of Arizona Hispanic Alumni (UAHA) Scholarship Program for Graduate Students provides funding for full-time graduate or professional students to improve their potential for success at the University of Arizona. The program is funded by the Rotary Club of Tucson, the University of Arizona Graduate College and UAHA. There are seven (7) $4,000 awards available for the academic year. One (1) sponsored by the Chaprales/Rotary Club. Six (6) sponsored by the UA Graduate College and the UA Hispanic Alumni Club. Awards apply to UA base graduate tuition only. Eligibility Guidelines Applicants must meet the following guidelines: Students admitted to the College of Law, College of Medicine or a UA Online Master s Program are not eligible to apply. Student must be a full-time graduate Master s degree seeking gradute student during the academid year. Full-time = enrollment of least 9 units of graduate coursework. Student must be an Arizona resident. Demonstrate knowledge, understanding, and commitment to Hispanic heritage and serving the Hispanic community. Students who are receiving full-tuition scholarships, or tuition assistance through an undergraduate assistantship or a QTR (qualified tutition reduction) benefit are not eligible for this scholarship. APPLICATION & CHECKLIST Page 1

2 Requirements & Checklist To be eligible for the University of Arizona Hispanic Alumni Scholarship for Graduate Students, a student must: 1. Be a United States citizen or permanent resident. 2. Be an Arizona resident. 3. Be admitted to a Master s Degree program for the academic year by the time of application. 4. Submit a completed Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for the academic year. 5. Enroll as a full-time grduate student at the UA (full-time status requires enrollment and completion of a minimum of 9 gradute units per academic year). 6. Complete and submit this application for the UAHA Scholarship Program for Graduate Students (including all required documents) so they are postmarked by no later than Monday, February 29, Application materials will not be returned after submission. Please remember to make a copy of the entire application for your records. Students admitted to the College of Law, College of Medicine or UA Online Master s program are not eligible to apply. This scholarship is open to all without regard to race, ethnicity, national origin or other protected categories, in compliance with the University s Non-Discrimination Policy [ Complete ALL STEPS of the application using the checklist below. STEP 1 STEP 2 PERSONAL INFORMATION FORM QUESTIONS (complete all six) Question 1 Question 4 Question 2 Question 5 Question 3 Question 6 STEP 3 SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION College Transcript(s) available from college registrar Resume & Recommendation FAFSA (due ) STEP 4 POSTMARK ALL DOCUMENTS BY Submit application and all requested documents, in one envelope, to: UAHA Graduate Scholarship Program Selection Committee Swede Johnson Building 1111 North Cherry Avenue Tucson, AZ Address questions or concerns to: Neysha Aguilar neysha.aguilar@al.arizona.edu CONTINUE TO FORMS Page 2

3 UAHA Graduate Application Please provide complete answers and address each component of the application. All portions of this application must be completed and submitted together before your application is considered. All documents must be postmarked no later than Monday, February 29, STEP 1 PERSONAL INFORMATION LAST NAME FIRST NAME MIDDLE NAME I AM AN ARIZONA RESIDENT YES NO UA SID NUMBER HOME PHONE MOBILE PHONE ADDRESS CITY STATE ZIP CODE MASTER S PROGRAM I LEARNED ABOUT THIS SCHOLARSHIP FROM CERTIFICATION All of the information on this form is true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I authorize the University of Arizona Office of Student Financial Aid to release, to the UA Hispanic Alumni organization, my academic and financial need information as determined by your office. This information will be used only to determine my eligibility for the UA Hispanic Alumni Scholarship Program. In addition, I authorize the UA Hispanic Alumni organization to verify information provided in the application. SIGNATURE DATE CONTINUE TO STEP 2 Page 3

4 STEP 2 QUESTIONS Respond to ALL questions and type your responses on this application or on a separate sheet(s) of paper. Each response cannot exceed 200 words. QUESTION 1 - GOALS How does obtaining a Master s degree fit into your plans for the future? How is a financial award helpful to you achieving your goals? QUESTION 2 - ACADEMIC PATH Explain your academic path in your academic career. What challenges have you faced as a student as you have made your way to seeking a graduate level degree at the UA? Tell us your professional aspirations and your plan to achieve them. QUESTION 3 - INVOLVEMENT In your life experiences - family, school, work, church, community, etc. - where and how did you get involved, and/or take responsibility to make a difference? Describe your plans to give back or assist underrepresented communities. QUESTION 4 - PERSONAL ASSESSMENT Describe in detail 2 positive aspects of yourself and how those aspects will help you succeed professionally. Describe in detail 2 personal shortcomings and how you plan on addressing those shortcomings in order to succeed professionally. QUESTION 5 - CHALLENGES Describe in detail an instance in which you faced substantial adversity and succeeded despite such adversity. QUESTION 6 - SUMMARY Provide any additional information you believe is important to share with the scholarship committee (extraordinary circumstances, family, challenges, personal successes, obstacles you have overcome, etc.). CONTINUE TO QUESTION 3 Page 4

5 Supplemental Materials Please collect the materials below and include them with the documents submitted from steps 1 and 2. Remember that your application will be reviewed only if you complete all steps and all documents are submitted together and postmarked by no later than Monday, February 29, STEP 3 SUPPLEMENTALS TRANSCRIPT Please submit an official copy of transcripts from all colleges and universities you have attended. Please include the transcript with your application. RESUME AND LETTER OF RECOMMENDATION Please submit one (1) letter of recommendation from a professor, employer, or another profession that may speak to your strengths and challenges, and should be someone you trust to complete the recommendation in a timely manner. Please provide the letter on page 7 and the form on page 8 to your recommender. Please submit a copy of your resume. FREE APPLICATION FOR FEDERAL STUDENT AID (FAFSA) You must file your FAFSA on or after January 1, 2016 and no later than March 1, 2016 to be considered for this scholarship. Submit a FAFSA online: Indicate the University of Arizona as your school of choice (use code ). If possible, please file by February 14, 2016 (the UA s priority date) to ensure you are reviewed when the University has the most federal money available for students. If you submit your FAFSA later, there may be less federal funds available to you. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. CONTINUE TO RECOMMENDATION FORM Page 5

6 About Us THE UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA HISPANIC ALUMNI UAHA was formed in 1982 to serve the Hispanic community by promoting academic excellence among all students. We are an official constituent group of the University of Arizona Alumni Association. We focus on assisting in recruitment and graduation of academically talented and financially needy Arizona students. Through the UA Hispanic Alumni Scholarship Program, our organization provides mentoring, networking and financial assistance to any student committed to serving the Hispanic community. OFFICIAL WEBSITE arizonaalumni.com/uaha EQUAL OPPORTUNITY The University of Arizona and the University of Arizona Hispanic Alumni are committed to equal opportunity. The University prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information, and is committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive working and educational environment. NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY By University policy, all University faculty, staff, students, and volunteers involved in the selection process for scholarships are required to adhere to the University s Nondiscrimination and Anti-harassment Policy ( equity.arizona.edu/policies), which prohibits discrimination in access on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information. Thus, the selection committee will adhere to this policy when awarding UA Hispanic Alumni scholarships. Page 6

7 Recommendation DUE DATE: BEFORE FEBRUARY 29, 2016 Dear Community Member: Thank you for agreeing to contribute your time toward writing a letter of recommendation for the student named below. Your recommendation is an important part of this student s application and could potentially help him or her earn a $4,000 tuition scholarship while attending the University of Arizona. This recommendation is a very critical element in our scholarship selection process. Only those students who have a recommendation are considered for scholarships. Therefore, if you believe you are unable to attest to the student s character, strengths and weaknesses, or are unable to complete the recommendation before Monday, February 29, 2016 please have the student select another person. We, as well as the student, are counting on your observations and candor to help us decide who should be part of the next class of UA Hispanic Alumni Scholars. Sincerely, The University of Arizona Hispanic Alumni PLEASE COMPLETE NEXT PAGE Page 7

8 Recommendation DUE DATE: BEFORE FEBRUARY 29, 2016 STUDENT INFORMATION (completed by the student) LAST NAME FIRST NAME DATE OF BIRTH I waive my right to access information in this recommendation. I do not waive my right to access information in this recommendation. SIGNATURE RECOMMENDER INFORMATION (completed by person writing recommendation) LAST NAME FIRST NAME MIDDLE NAME HOME / CELL / WORK PHONE ADDRESS CITY STATE ZIP CODE RELATIONSHIP TO STUDENT EMPLOYER (if applicable) LETTER Please write a short letter addressing the topics listed below. Once completed, please place in an envelope, seal it, and sign over the seal. The student s complete application, including your recommendation, must be postmarked by Recommendations may not be mailed separately. OBSERVATIONS Strengths Challenges What impresses you most about this student? OTHER INFORMATION Please provide any other information you feel is pertinent about the nominee. This may include any helpful stories, aspects about their performance in or out of school, work experience, work in the community, personal struggles, etc. CERTIFICATION SIGNATURE Information on this form, and in my attached letter, is true and complete to the best of my knowledge. DATE» Once completed, please place in an envelope, seal it, and sign over the seal. PLEASE RETURN TO STUDENT BEFORE FEBRUARY 29, 2016 THANK YOU. Page 8