Scholarship Name:
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Western Union Foundation Western Union Scholars Award
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Scholarship Description:
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Scholarship offered through the Western Union Foundation to graduating high school seniors and college students.
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Award Amount:
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$2,500.00
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Number of Scholarships:
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Multiple awards
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Application Required:
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Yes
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Official Transcript Required:
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N/A
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References and Letter of Recommendations Required:
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One (1) letter of recommendation
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Interview Required:
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No
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Original Essay Required:
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Yes
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Additional Requirements and Information:
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1) Must be between the ages of 18-26 as of June 1, 2018; 2) Must be pursuing a degree/field of study in one (1) of the following categories: Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, and Business/Entrepreneurship; 3) Must be enrolled/enrolling in an accredited post-secondary educational institution; 4) Demonstrated participation in extracurricular and community service activities.
NOTE:
o Recipients selected based on criteria relating to the program’s three pillars: Perseverance, Aspiration, and Community.
o This scholarship is available to international students as well.
o Recipients notified NLT July 2018.
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Renewable:
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No
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Term:
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Location:
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Nationwide (US), International
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Eligibility Requirements (Check all that apply):
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N/A
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Additional Applicant Requirements:
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May be a graduating high school senior or current college student
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Category (Select all that apply):
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Age, Community Service, Extracurricular Activities, Major/Field of Study
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Web Site:
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Point of Contact:
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Deadline:
April 30, 2018 (NLT 12 p.m. EST) (receipt date)
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Note: Scholarship information is ALWAYS subject to change. Interested applicants are strongly encouraged to contact the relevant office to confirm qualification(s), requirements, deadline, and transmission mode(s) and address(es).
