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The Akash Kuruvilla Memorial Scholarship
Provided By: Akash Kuruvilla Memorial Scholarship Fund (AKMSF)
Award Details
Max Amount:
1000
Deadline:
June 1, 2012
Application Availability:
Open to apply today
Number of Awards:
2
Award Type:
Scholarships
Application Overview:
* Complete the online application (must register with site to apply).
* Submit a 700 word essay answering the following: What does the phrase "The American Dream" mean to you and how do you embody the American dream?"
* Submit a 500 word personal statement including academic/professional goals, financial need etc.
* A letter of recommendation from an adult who knows you in an academic or professional capacity.
* A resume including work experience, extracurricular activities and other accomplishments you think relevant to your consideration for this scholarship.
* If selected as a finalist you will need to submit a copy of your latest academic transcript and an official copy of your latest FAFSA SAR.
* Submit a 700 word essay answering the following: What does the phrase "The American Dream" mean to you and how do you embody the American dream?"
* Submit a 500 word personal statement including academic/professional goals, financial need etc.
* A letter of recommendation from an adult who knows you in an academic or professional capacity.
* A resume including work experience, extracurricular activities and other accomplishments you think relevant to your consideration for this scholarship.
* If selected as a finalist you will need to submit a copy of your latest academic transcript and an official copy of your latest FAFSA SAR.
Eligibility:
* Eligible applicants must be accepted or enrolled full-time in an accredited 4-year university in the United States in the Fall (if studying abroad, sponsoring university must be an accredited US university).
* Have at least a 3.5 GPA if you are currently a senior in high school and will be entering a college or university for the first time in Fall OR if you are already enrolled at a college or university and will be returning as an undergraduate in the Fall, you must have at least a 3.0 GPA.
* Have at least a 3.5 GPA if you are currently a senior in high school and will be entering a college or university for the first time in Fall OR if you are already enrolled at a college or university and will be returning as an undergraduate in the Fall, you must have at least a 3.0 GPA.
Purpose:
The Akash Kuruvilla Memorial Scholarship Fund was formed in the Fall of 2007 to remember the life of Akash Jacob Kuruvilla and to continue his legacy of excellence and generosity posthumously. Having committed to leadership, diversity, integrity and academia, Akash Kuruvilla influenced a multitude that had the honor of being in his presence. The ideal scholarship recipients will embody those same principles and shall be committed to positively affecting the community throughout their collegiate years and beyond.
The Akash Kuruvilla Memorial Scholarship is awarded annually to one male and one female.
The Akash Kuruvilla Memorial Scholarship is awarded annually to one male and one female.
Provider Organization
Name:
Akash Kuruvilla Memorial Scholarship Fund (AKMSF)
Background:
Having immigrated to the United States with his family at a young age, Akash Jacob Kuruvilla grew up aware of the unique opportunities that were available to him. He was a man who set high expectations for himself and for others as he fearlessly and courageously broke down barriers that were mercilessly placed in front of him. He is remembered as someone who profoundly left his mark on history and lived his own life as the American Dream.
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