DeVerne Calloway Undergraduate Scholarship

This scholarship is named for State Representative DeVerne Calloway; the first African-American woman elected to the Missouri legislature. Its purpose is to assist African American students, who are historically under-represented in higher education.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: May 15, 2018

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Missouri resident
Full-time student, currently enrolled at an accredited college or university
Minimum of 2.5 cumulative GPA; however, some exceptions may be made if student demonstrates substantial academic improvement over the last academic year).

SELECTION CRITERIA FOR SCHOLARSHIPS

Selection is based on academic performance, community service, leadership skills and financial need. Applications from the entire state of Missouri will be considered.

WHEN TO APPLY

Applications must be post-marked no later than May 15, 2018. Late applications will NOT be accepted and incomplete applications will be denied. Before submitting your application, we strongly recommend that you give careful consideration to the application process and its requirements.

PROCEDURE FOR RE-APPLYING

Students in good standing are eligible to receive an MLBCF scholarship for up to four (4) years. Students are required to re-apply each year to receive a scholarship.

APPLICATION CHECKLIST

□ A completed application - certifying that all information provided is true and correct.

□ Proof of Missouri residency - (Drivers License or State Identification).

□ Copy of transcript - (Unofficial transcript will be accepted;however, MLBCF reserves the right to require submission of an Official Transcript, if necessary).

□ Two (2) current letters of recommendation - from a church/pastor, business person, teacher/principal, counselor, MLBCF member or Missouri legislator. We strongly discourage recommendations from family and peers.

□ An essay that contains a narrative biographical profile. - It should explain your demonstrated commitment to excellence, and any community or civic service. You may include anything additional you feel should be considered in reviewing your application.

□ Typed paragraph of how your education will assist you in achieving your goals - (maximum of 200 words please)

*MLBCF reserves the right to request a copy of the Student Aid Report (SAR) from The student FAFSA.

SUCCESSFUL APPLICANTS WILL ALSO BE REQUIRED TO PROVIDE

Proof of Enrollment in an accredited college or university (Class schedules or other documents will be accepted as evidence of enrollment)
May be asked to participate in Missouri Legislative Black Caucus Foundation, Inc. activities, if available.

First name

Last name

Current Address

Address

City

State

Zip code

Permanent Address

Address

City

State

Zip code

Email address

Home phone

School phone

Social Security #

Date of birth

Your degree program

Best method of contact

Cell phone
Text message
Email

Parent/Guardian Information

(1) Parent /Guardian Name

First name

Last name

Occupation

(2) Parent /Guardian Name

First name

Middle name

Last name

Address (if different)

Occupation

Home phone

Work phone

Number of children in family

If so, how many?

Combined family income (Include child support & Social Security)

Education

High School

Name

Address

Date of Completion

G.P.A

College

Name

Address

Date of Completion

G.P.A

Notes: If date of completion is pending, please indicate the expected date to graduate

Employment Experience

List previous and current employment experience.

Employer 1

Employer Name

Contact Person

Phone

Address

City

State

Zip Code

Employer 2

Employer Name

Contact Person

Phone

Address

City

State

Zip Code

Activities

List past and present outside activity(s) or organization(s) you have been affiliated with, if any.

Scholarship Application Academic Year

Documentation

Proof of Missouri residency (Drivers License or State Identification)

Copy of transcript (Unofficial transcript will be accepted; however, MLBCF reserves the right to require submission of an Official Transcript, if necessary)

Letter of recommendation from a church/pastor, business person, teacher/principal, counselor, MLBCF member or Missouri legislator. We strongly discourage recommendations from family and peers.

A personal statement that contains a brief biographical profile. It should explain your demonstrated commitment to excellence and any community or civic service. You may include anything additional you feel should be considered in reviewing your applicati

Typed narrative of how your education will assist you in achieving your goals (maximum of 200 words please)

Attestation

I hereby certify that all information in this application is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge. I am aware that any misrepresentation may result in the disqualification of my application. I also attest that I am not an immediate relative of any Missouri Legislative Black Caucus Foundation member or Missouri state legislator; and further, if I am chosen as a scholarship recipient, I will use the funds only for expenses related to my education.

I understand and agree

Date

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