GPDScholarshipApplication

GREATER PRINCETON DRIFTERS SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION

DEADLINE: April 15, 2025 at 11:59 PM CST

Scholarship Disbursements

A $1,000 scholarship will be awarded to a high school senior committed to attending a HBCU.
A $1,000 scholarship will be awarded to a graduating high school senior who demonstrates exceptional leadership qualities and accomplishments.
A $1,000 scholarship will be awarded to a graduating high school senior who has shown outstanding commitment to community service and volunteer work.
A $1,000 scholarship will be awarded to a graduating high school senior who demonstrates exceptional scholastic performance and academic dedication.

Requirements
1. 12th grade students of a Central Jersey public school system (Mercer, Union, Somerset, Hunterdon, Middlesex, or Monmouth county)
2. Provide a copy of your unofficial high school transcript through April 1, 2025 (upload in PDF format at the appropriate point in the application)
3. Must include an acceptance letter from a 2 year or 4 year college that is accredited (when made available)
4. Provide two letters of recommendation
  - One from a core teacher or your high school counselor
  - One from a civic/church/community leader or employer
5. Submit a 500-750 word essay, answering one of the the following questions (based on the desired award):
  - Service Award: Describe a significant community service project or initiative you led or participated in during your high school years. How did this experience shape your understanding of community needs, influence your personal growth, and impact those you served? Additionally, explain how you plan to continue your commitment to service during your college years and beyond. Please provide specific examples and reflections throughout your response.
  - Leadership Award: Tell us about a time when you had to step up as a leader in a challenging situation, whether in school, extracurricular activities, or your community. What obstacles did you face, how did you overcome them, and what did you learn about effective leadership through this experience? Include specific examples of how you motivated others, resolved conflicts, or implemented positive change. Finally, describe how you will use these leadership skills to make an impact during your college years.
  - Academic Excellence Award: Beyond your GPA and test scores, describe an academic challenge or project that ignited your intellectual curiosity and demonstrated your commitment to learning. How did you approach this challenge, what research or innovative thinking did you apply, and what did the experience teach you about your academic potential? Additionally, explain how you plan to pursue academic excellence in your chosen field of study in college and how you will use your education to make meaningful contributions to your field and society.
  - HBCU Scholar Award: What draws you to pursue your education at a Historically Black College or University (HBCU)? Discuss how you believe an HBCU's legacy, culture, and educational environment will uniquely prepare you for your future goals. Include specific examples of how you plan to contribute to and benefit from the HBCU experience, and how you will use your education to uplift both your chosen HBCU community and the broader African American community.
Recipients
1. Must attend the celebratory event for scholarshp recipients with 1 parent/supportive adult.
2. Must enter college during the summer or fall/spring semester.
3. Must submit official copy of grades at the end of each semester to the GPD to verify payment to be submitted for the next semester (paid each semester until funds are expended).
Student's Name*

First NameMiddle NameLast NameSuffix
Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState

Zip Code
Email*

Confirmation EmailConfirm email address
Date of Birth

MonthDayYear
Date
Sex:
Cell Phone Number*
Other Phone Number

Parent/Guardian Information
Parent/Guardian Name*

First NameMiddle NameLast NameSuffix
Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState

Zip Code
Cell Phone Number*
Other Phone Number
Email*

Confirmation EmailConfirm email address
Relationship to student*

Current Education
High School*
Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState

Zip Code
Counselor's Name*

First NameLast Name
Contact Number*
Contact Email*

Confirmation EmailConfirm email address
Overall unweighted GPA*
Enter the GPA based on a 4.0 scale
Admission Test

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Date of Exam

MonthDayYear
Date
Admission Test Score
If applicable, enter your score from the exam selected in the previous question.
Critical Reading Score
If applicable, enter your score from the exam selected in the previous question.
Math Score
If applicable, enter your score from the exam selected in the previous question.
Writing Score
If applicable, enter your score from the exam selected in the previous question.
Expected Date of Graduation

MonthDayYear
Date
Extracurricular School Activities *

In which you are currently involved 0/750
Community Activities *

In which you are currently involved 0/750
Offices held and Awards, Honors, Trophies received*

0/750

College Information
College(s) to which you have applied*

0/750
College(s) to which you have been accepted*

0/750
Intended major(s)*

0/750
Expected Date of Enrollment

MonthDayYear
Date
ESSAY RESPONSE: Submit a 500-750 word essay, answering one of the the following questions (based on the desired award): *

See "Requirements" on page 1 of the application for the questions.0/750
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Please comment on any additional information that may assist the selection committee.
References

Please give the names, addresses and telephone numbers of two references other than members of your family. Your high school counselor or core teacher, and a community leader or employer must provide a letter of recommendation.
Reference Name*

First NameMiddle NameLast NameSuffix
Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState

Zip Code
Contact Number*
Relationship to applicant*
Reference Name*

First NameMiddle NameLast NameSuffix
Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState

Zip Code
Contact Number*
Relationship to applicant*
Signatures and Certifications

As an applicant and parent\guardian, I hereby acknowledge that the information contained in this application is true and correct to the best of my knowledge. As a parent\guardian, I grant permission for my child to apply for a scholarship provided through the Greater Princeton Drifters, Inc.
Signature of Applicant

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Documents

Upload unofficial transcript, acceptance letter(s) and letter(s) of recommendation
Copy of your unofficial transcript through 1st semester of the current school year*

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Acceptance letter #1*

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Acceptance letter #2

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Acceptance letter #3

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Letter of Recommendation #1*

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Letter of Recommendation #2*

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GREATER PRINCETON DRIFTERS SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION

Scholarship Disbursements

Requirements

Recipients

Parent/Guardian Information

Current Education

College Information

References

Signatures and Certifications

Documents