Scholarship Description
One-time award of $1000. Applicant must be a graduate student in the field of special education. If there is no applicant in Special Education, the scholarship will be awarded to a graduate student in the field of education. Applicant must be a direct descendent, wife, or widow of a veteran. Must submit certification of an American Legion Auxiliary unit president, copy of proof that veteran was in service (i.e. discharge papers), letters of recommendation, transcripts, and essay. Must have minimum 3.5 GPA, show financial need, and be a resident of Wisconsin or member of the Wisconsin American Legion Family. Applications available on web site http://www.amlegionauxwi.org.
Eligibility Requirements
- 3.5 Minimum GPA
- Special military service requirements
- Type of institution award is open to: four-year college
- Award is available to U.S. citizens
Application Requirements
- Application form required
- Transcript required
- Essay required
- Recommendations or references required
- Special requirements exist (These are specified in text.)
- Copy of Veteran’s DD-214
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