Marcy Houses Scholarship Application

Marcy Houses Scholarship Application

All fields are required.
Do you live in Marcy Houses or another NYCHA development in Bed-Stuy?*

YesNo
Sorry, you do not meet the requirements to qualify for our scholarship. To see more information regarding resources for continuing your education, please check out our Resources page.
If you can’t complete the entire application at one time, you can save it and return to it later.
Which NYCHA development do you live in?
If you answered "Other" on the question above, please explain more here:
Your Name*

First NameLast Name
Email*
example@example.com
Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Phone Number*
Please enter a valid phone number.
Demographic Information

The following information is being solicited for informational purposes only. Your answers to the demographic questions below will not be considered by the MHMSF application panel and will have no impact on your candidacy.
Date of Birth*

MonthDayYear
Date
Age (Please select your age group)*

Under 17 years old17 - 19 years old20 - 25 years oldOver 25 years old
Race/Ethnic Background*
Please describe your race/ethnic background.
Have others in your family graduated college?*
In Fall 2024, will you be a first generation college student? In other words, will you be the first in your immediate family to graduate from college? (This includes your grandparents, parents and siblings.)
Gender
Please let us know what your gender is. (optional)
Application Questions

Your answers to the following questions will be considered by the MHMSF application panel.
Education Status*
Please select your education status.
Name of High School, College or Workforce Training Program Where You Are Currently Attending*
(If you are not currently in school or in a training program, please provide the name of the school you last attended. Please include the location of the school (city and state).)
Post High School Plans
1. What type of education are you planning on pursuing?*

a. Attend a Training Programb. Attend 2-year Collegec. Attend 4-year College
Please provide the name of the College or Training Program you plan on attending:*
Date your enrollment begins:
Date of your expected completion:
What other degrees, licenses, or certifications do you have?
School/Life Balance

The following questions will help us gain a better understanding of your situation and additional ways to assist in your successful completion of the college or vocational training program.
1. What is your marital status?*

Married?Single?
2. Where are you going to live during the school year?*

At Home?On-Campus?
3. Are you planning to work when classes are in session?*

YesNo
If yes, please discuss any employment you’ve lined up.
4. Do you have any family/personal circumstances that will affect your ability to perform and stay focused?*

YesNo
If yes, please explain:
5. Do you have additional financial responsibilities that will cause difficulty focusing on school?*

YesNo
If yes, please explain:
6. Do you have any children or are you expecting?*

YesNo
7. Do you have any other family members who depend on you financially?*

YesNo
If yes, please explain:
Personal Essay: General
Interest in Mentorship
How did you find out about this Scholarship opportunity?*
If you answered "Friend/Colleague" on the question above, please state their name here:
If you answered "Other" on the question above, please explain more here:
Which social media platform?
Which workshop did you attend?
For applicants under the age of 21, please provide:
Parent/Guardian Name:

First NameLast Name
Telephone Number of Parent/Guardian:
Please enter a valid phone number.
YOU MAY SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION NOW OR SAVE IT AND RETURN TO IT LATER. YOU WILL NOT BE ABLE TO MAKE CHANGES ONCE YOU PRESS SUBMIT.
Thank you for submitting this portion of your Marcy Houses Memorial Scholarship Fund online application. A copy of your responses will be emailed to the address you provided.

Please upload the following info to info@marcyscholarship.org. Include your name in the subject line.
1. Evidence of your address. (Examples include NYC Identification Card, NYS Drivers License, Phone Bills, and Utility Bills.)
2. A Letter of recommendation - must be on letterhead of the organization providing the recommendation.
3. Most recent transcript or proof of enrollment in good standing from your school or training program.
4. Proof of acceptance into an accredited college, university or licensed trade/vocational program.
APPLICATIONS FOR A COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP ARE DUE BY MAY 31st. APPLICATIONS FOR TRAINING PROGRAM SCHOLARSHIPS WILL BE CONSIDERED THROUGHOUT THE YEAR.
Your application is incomplete until all materials are received.
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Marcy Houses Scholarship Application

Demographic Information

Application Questions

Post High School Plans

School/Life Balance

For applicants under the age of 21, please provide:

YOU MAY SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION NOW OR SAVE IT AND RETURN TO IT LATER. YOU WILL NOT BE ABLE TO MAKE CHANGES ONCE YOU PRESS SUBMIT.