The Links Inc., Port City (TX) Chapter - Scholarship Application

Dear Student,

We are excited to invite you to apply for the Port City Chapter of The Links, Incorporated Annual Scholarship, designed to support students like you in achieving academic and career success. This scholarship shall be awarded to, up to two high school and/or college, students who demonstrate academic excellence, leadership, community service, and financial need.
Founded in May 1987, the Port City Chapter of The Links, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) charity that supports education, the arts and other community building activities in the Houston metropolitan area. Our mission is to provide resources for charitable, civic and direct service programs. These include scholarships, educational assistance and partnerships with other agencies to magnify community impact.

Purpose: To identify high school seniors and continuing undergraduate college students who possess a strong desire for academic excellence, leadership positions in student organizations, and plan on attending college in the 2026 - 2027 term as a full-time student.

Reward: Up to TWO individuals selected from the pool of qualified applicants will be awarded a scholarship for financial assistance during the 2026 - 2027 academic year of $2,500.

Qualifications: Interested candidates must meet the following criteria to qualify for this award:

- A Houston, or surrounding area, high school senior graduating in Spring 2026 that has applied to a college - OR - is currently enrolled in a college, graduating in Spring 2027 or later;

- GPA of at least 3.00 on a 4.00 scale;

- Major/intended major in a STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, And Mathematics) subject;

- Must provide one letter of recommendation;

- Complete an essay as provided in the Application; and

- Submit a transcript and photo.

*Application must be submitted by March 28, 2026 at 11:59 P.M.
- Full Name*
  
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- Address*
  
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- Cell Number*
  
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- E-mail*
- Ethnicity*
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- Cumulative GPA*
- Current Transcript*
  
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- One Letter of Recommendation from a teacher, mentor, or community leader*
  
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- Current High School Name (If Applicable)
- Current or Intended College or University*
- Actual or Intended Major/Minor*
- Please list any academic, athletic or community honors, awards received*
  
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- Please list any clubs, organizations, leadership positions, volunteer activities or sports.*
  
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- What are your career objectives / goals?*
  
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- Household Income*
- Number of Dependents in Household*
- How would the Port City Links scholarship help you meet any unmet financial need?*
- In a short narrative of 250 to 300 words, please write a personal statement addressing the following prompts:
  
  - Describe a core value that guides your decisions and actions.
  
  - How have you demonstrated this value in your academic, personal, or community life?
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- In an Essay of 500 to 700 words, please write an essay addressing the following prompts:
  
  Tell us about your future goals within the STEAM field and how the scholarship would contribute to achieving them?
  
  -Why are you passionate about a career in STEAM?
  -How do you plan to apply your education to achieve your professional goals?
  -Provide examples of your initiative in the STEAM field, such as involvement in hobbies, volunteer work, or other relevant experiences.
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- Signature (Please type your name)*
  By submitting an application, you certify that the information provided is accurate and complete to the best of your knowledge. You understand that any false or misleading information may result in disqualification from the scholarship.
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