National Alumni Scholarship Program

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1 NORTH CAROLINA CENTRAL UNIVERSITY ALUMNI ASSOCIATION, INC. Durham, NC National Alumni Scholarship Program NCCU Alumni Association, Inc. Durham, NC (919) [Phone] (919) [Fax] Revised July 2012

2 The NORTH CAROLINA CENTRAL UNIVERSITY ALUMNI ASSOCIATION, INC. offers several NATIONAL ALUMNI SCHOLARSHIPS to students at North Carolina Central University. These scholarships vary in amount and may be renewable annually for up to four years. Recipients of these awards are designated as National Alumni Scholars. Since the alumni of North Carolina Central University are traditionally committed to high academic achievement and service to society, it follows that the purpose of the National Alumni Scholarship Program will be to assist North Carolina Central University in attracting to its campus outstanding students who exhibit high academic, citizenship and leadership characteristics, and desire to contribute positively to the quality of study and life at the University. Only those who have at least 3.0 B weighted grade point average and a SAT/ACT (Math/Reading/Writing) score of 1210/17 or above will be considered for alumni scholarships. Though the majority of National Alumni Scholarship awards made annually will be to incoming freshmen students, applications are acceptable from any student, regardless of classification or academic interest. All Alumni Scholars are required to carry a full class load as deemed appropriate by the University. National Alumni Scholars are required to maintain a cumulative grade point average equal to a 3.0 B each academic year, complete at least 24 volunteer hours within the NCCU Alumni House, become a member of the NCCU Pre-Alumni Club, and attend at least one Alumni Association National Meeting (Annual/Council/Convention). The progress of these scholars will be reviewed at the end of each academic year by the Alumni Association s Scholarship Committee. Under certain circumstances, the assistance of faculty members will be sought to help these students achieve and maintain the minimum average for continuation of the scholarship. National Alumni Scholars will be selected from a variety of backgrounds and interests. Students with special talents (athletes, performing artists, etc.) may be given special consideration; however, the minimum scholastic average will not be waived for these students. Financial need will not be the primary criterion in determining the recipients for these scholarships. The deadline for receiving all application materials and renewal applications is March 15 th (postmarked). Notices of initial and renewal awards will be made by May 15th of each year. APPLICATION PROCEDURES: 1. Complete all parts of the National Alumni Scholarship Program Application Form. 2. Compose a typed ESSAY between 250 and 500 words on one of the following topics: a) Describe your experience transitioning from high school to college or college to graduate/professional studies. b) What does it mean to be an NCCU Eagle? c) What do you consider to be the most significant problem in society? Why? 3. Provide two written references (*at least one from a paid member of the National NCCUAA) 4. Provide an official high school or college transcript (Freshmen must provide both) 5. Provide the Counselor/Registrar Academic Verification Form (can be sent directly to NCCUAA) 6. Provide an official copy of your SAT/ACT scores (High School applicants only) 7. Provide a 1 page résumé that shows your education, volunteerism, work experience and skills Return all necessary materials postmarked by March 15 to: NCCU ALUMNI ASSOCIATION, INC. Attn: Scholarship Committee Durham, NC *A confirmation of receipt of your scholarship application will be provided to all applicants *Incomplete or applications missing required materials will not be considered for review *Scholarship recipients and the Local Alumni Association Chapter will be notified by May 15 th

3 North Carolina Central University Alumni Association, Inc. NATIONAL ALUMNI SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION FORM HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT Instructions: Please read all questions before attempting to answer them. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Type or print (in ink) answers in all the blanks on this application and return by the deadline to: North Carolina Central University Alumni Association, Inc.,, Durham, NC Name Male Female Address City State Zip Code Date of Birth Address Student Telephone Number NCCU 820# Father s Name NCCU Alumnus: Yes No Employed by Occupation Mother s Name NCCU Alumna: Yes No Employed by Occupation Total Annual Family Income $ Number of dependents in the household? Number of dependents presently enrolled in college? Name of High School Address City State Zip Name of Principal Weighted GPA (4.0 Scale) SAT/ACT (Math/Reading/Writing) *School Counselor verification form must be submitted with the application in a sealed envelope. What awards or honors have you received? List the school activities in which you are/have been involved (clubs, organizations, offices): In what community activities/organizations are you involved (church, Y, etc., offices held)? What are your hobbies or special creative interests? What special talents do you possess (in the arts, athletics, and academics)?

4 North Carolina Central University Alumni Association, Inc. NATIONAL ALUMNI SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION FORM COLLEGE STUDENT Instructions: Please read all questions before attempting to answer them. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Type or print (in ink) answers in all the blanks on this application and return by the deadline to: North Carolina Central University Alumni Association, Inc.,, Durham, NC Name Male Female Permanent Address City State Zip Code Date of Birth Address Student Telephone Number NCCU 820# Father s Name NCCU Alumnus: Yes No Employed by Occupation Mother s Name NCCU Alumna: Yes No Employed by Occupation Total Annual Family Income $ Number of dependents in the household? Number of dependents presently enrolled in college? Current College or University Date(s) of Attendance GPA (4.0 Scale) Classification Credit Hours Passed What awards or honors have you received? List the college/university activities in which you are/have been involved (clubs, organizations, offices): In what community activities/organizations are you involved (church, Y, etc., offices held)? What are your hobbies or special creative interests? What special talents do you possess (in the arts, athletics, and academics)?

5 List the names, position/title and phone numbers of two references or an appropriate body to document your degree of proficiency in your special talent: 1 2. Expected/Current College Major Career/Occupational Goals: Essay: Please check your essay choice and attach it to your application ( word typed) Describe your experience transitioning from high school to college or college to graduate/professional studies. What does it mean to be an NCCU Eagle? What do you consider to be the most significant problem in society? Why? References: Provide the names and addresses of the two (2) persons whom you have asked to recommend you for an Alumni Scholarship. At least one reference must be an alumnus who is a financial member of the NCCU National Alumni Association. Applicants must provide the reference recommendation form with the application package. References can be submitted with the application packet or mailed directly to the committee by the postmarked deadline. If the reference is not a member, membership into the NCCU National Alumni Association can be obtained at 1. NCCU Alumnus (Financial) 2. I/We hereby agree to the terms above to be considered for the NCCU National Alumni Association Alumni Scholarship. I/We understand that incomplete applications will not be considered for the scholarship. I/We understand that the Alumni Scholarship amount is awarded based on unmet financial need as verified by the NCCU Financial Aid Office. I/We also give permission for the release of my university admissions, financial aid and academic records to the NCCU National Alumni Scholarship Committee for verification for the scholarship. I/We understand that the applications and all supporting documents must be postmarked by March 15 th. Incomplete or applications missing required materials will not be considered for review. Signature of Applicant Signature of Legal Guardian (if under 18) Signature of Legal Guardian (if under 18) FOR COMMITTEE USE ONLY DO NOT WRITE BELOW THIS LINE Student: NCCUAA: University: Committee: Completed Application Transcript SAT/ACT Essay References #1 #2 Grade Point Average SAT Score (HS Only) ACT Score (HS Only) Date Received Father Alumnus Mother Alumna Alumnus Reference Verification Admission Verification Enrollment Verification Financial Aid Verification (FAFSA) Scores: GPA + SAT/ACT + References + Essay = Total points Scholarship Not Awarded Scholarship Awarded $ Scholarship Amount Completed by: Verified by Date

6 NCCU Alumni Association, Inc. HIGH SCHOOL ACADEMIC VERIFICATION FORM Directions: High School Applicants must submit this form to their High School Guidance Counselor or Registrar to verify academic information. This form can be returned to the student in a sealed envelope or mailed directly to the NCCUAA. PART A: COMPLETED BY STUDENT Applicant s Name Address City State Zip Code Applicant s Telephone PART B: TO BE COMPLETED BY HIGH SCHOOL PERSONNEL (OR PRINCIPAL, IF APPLICANT IS HOME SCHOOLED) Please complete the information below. Information can be provided to the student in a sealed envelope, mailed or faxed by March 15 School System High School Form Completers Name Form Completers Role/Position Form Completers Telephone & Extension Form Completers APPLICANTS GRADE POINT AVERAGE (Based off of a 4.0 Grading Scale) GPA (Weighted Scale) GPA (Un-Weighted Scale) TEST SCORES SAT Highest Math Highest Verbal Highest Writing Highest SAT TOTAL Out of 2400 points ACT Highest ACT Score (with writing) Out of 36 points Scholastic Profile Verification I, the undersigned agree that the information provided on the scholastic profile is accurate. Name of Completer Signature of Completer (Counselor/Principal/Registrar) Return to Student Applicant or Mail to: NCCU Alumni Association, Inc. Attn: Scholarship Committee Durham, North Carolina (919) [Phone] (919) [Fax]

7 North Carolina Central University Alumni Association, Inc. DURHAM, NORTH CAROLINA National Alumni Scholarship Program Recommendation Form has applied for a National Alumni Scholarship from the North Carolina Central University Alumni Association, Inc. We are asking that you please provide one of the two required recommendations. With your written recommendation please include the number of years you have known the applicant, in what capacity, your assessment of the applicant s personal character and/or academic potential and an evaluation of his/her leadership qualities. Please use this form by clearly writing or typing your recommendation. If additional space is required, use the back or an additional sheet. Recommendations must be postmarked by March 15th. Return to: NCCU Alumni Association, Inc. Attn: Scholarship Committee Durham, North Carolina (919) [Fax] Name Title/Position NCCU Alumnus: Yes No Class of Member of Alumni Chapter Signature Date

8 North Carolina Central University Alumni Association, Inc. DURHAM, NORTH CAROLINA National Alumni Scholarship Program Recommendation Form has applied for a National Alumni Scholarship from the North Carolina Central University Alumni Association, Inc. We are asking that you please provide one of the two required recommendations. With your written recommendation please include the number of years you have known the applicant, in what capacity, your assessment of the applicant s personal character and/or academic potential and an evaluation of his/her leadership qualities. Please use this form by clearly writing or typing your recommendation. If additional space is required, use the back or an additional sheet. Recommendations must be postmarked by March 15th. Return to: NCCU Alumni Association, Inc. Attn: Scholarship Committee Durham, North Carolina (919) [Fax] Name Title/Position NCCU Alumnus: Yes No Class of Member of Alumni Chapter Signature Date

9 NCCU ALUMNI ASSOCIATION NATIONAL ALUMNI SCHOLARSHIP RENEWAL FORM Due by March 15 th of Each Academic School Year Incomplete or applications missing required materials will not be considered for review. Name 820# Local Telephone Local Address Permanent Telephone Permanent Address Scholarship Verifications CUMULATIVE GPA (Final Spring GPAs will be verified) (Print a copy of current academic transcript from Banner) Cumulative Earned Credit Hours Number of Alumni House Volunteer Hours (24 minimum): *Contact the Office of Alumni Relations for verification letter Pre-Alumni Club Membership Verification from OAR NCCU Alumni Council Attendance Date(s) from OAR List your University and Community Involvement Personal Development Please Submit a Copy of Your Most Recent Résumé List your academic and professional goals For Office Use Only Total # of years Alumni Scholarships Awarded Total Amount of Scholarship Funds Awarded # of Volunteer Hours in the current School year NCCUAA Scholarship Committee Decision Approved Denied Award Amount for School Year $ Revised July 2012