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The Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation administers a variety of scholarships to qualified students. Please review the following suggestions prior to drafting and submitting your scholarship application(s) to ensure you are considered for all the awards for which you qualify: - All scholarship application materials are available either through the students’ high school counselor or online at http://www.gcrcf.org/.
- Fill out the scholarship application completely. Missing information may disqualify you for awards.
- You may qualify for more than one scholarship.
- If you are selected for more than one scholarship, you will receive the one of higher value.
- If you apply for more than one scholarship, you must submit a separate application plus requested copies for each scholarship (except for the three Metro/Linn scholarships).
- Be sure to include all information that demonstrates how you meet the criteria for the scholarship(s) of interest.
- Be sure to keep the specific scholarship criteria in mind in writing your essay.
- Be sure to include additional attachments (letters of recommendation, transcripts, etc.) required by specific scholarships with all copies of your completed scholarship application.
Transcripts: - If you are currently in high school or have graduated from high school, provide a copy of your official high school transcript.
- If you completed a GED or received a high school diploma through an alternative program, please submit proof of completion along with your scholarship application.
- The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is required for scholarship awards based on documented financial need. Upon completion of the federal government form you will receive your Statement of Estimated Family Contribution (EFC). The EFC must be included in your application received by February 29, 2012 at 4:30 pm at the GCRCF office if you want to be considered for any scholarships based on financial need. You can file the FAFSA online at www.fafsa.ed.gov.
Deadline:
Applications for spring 2012 awards are available beginning in December 2011.
All scholarship application materials must be RECEIVED by the Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation by February 29, 2012, at 4:30 p.m.
Applications received after this deadline will not be considered. Unless otherwise noted, please submit all required materials and application to: Scholarships
The Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation
324 Third Avenue SE
Cedar Rapids, IA 52404 Scholarship Availability: - The number of scholarships offered, as well as the criteria in each, may vary from year to year.
- Full and Part-time Attendance: Unless otherwise noted, all scholarship award amounts are based on full-time attendance with 12 or more credit hours per semester.
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