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THE KATHARINE M. GROSSCUP SCHOLARSHIPS IN HORTICULTURE

Open to rising college sophomores, juniors, seniors or Master's degree candidates in the fall of 2023. Eligibility is open to U.S. Citizens and permanent residents who are enrolled in a U.S. - based institution. Students majoring in horticulture or related fields at institutions in IN, KY, MI, OH, PA, or WV. A 3.5 GPA or better is expected.

This scholarship provides up to $3,500 are paid directly to recipients in support of their education and research.

Visit the GCA Scholarship page to learn more.

Deadline: January 15

Applicants are limited to applying for one GCA Scholarship per year, either through the GCA’s website, third party sites, or collaborating organizations. Should you submit more than one application all submissions will be voided*

Yes, I acknowledge I may only apply for one GCA scholarship per year.

APPLICANT INFORMATION

Name*

First NameLast Name

Email*

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Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code

Phone Number*

Area CodePhone Number

Citizenship:*

EDUCATION

I am currently and actively enrolled in, and attending, a US-based associate, undergraduate, graduate, or post-graduate certificate or degree program*

YesNo

Present College/University:*

Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code

Check Current year in college:*

Anticipated Graduation Date:*

Date

Cumulative GPA:*

Academic Concentration:*

Other schools, universities, professional/technical schools attended:

Name of Institution 1:*

Dates Attended:*

Year of Graduation:*

Degree Obtained:*

Name of Institution 2:

Dates Attended:

Year of Graduation:

Degree Obtained:

Name of Institution 3:

Dates Attended:

Year of Graduation:

Degree Obtained:

WORK EXPERIENCE

Employment History (include dates):*

Additional Experience, Activities and Interests:*

Memberships:*

FINANCE

Are you now receiving financial aid or a scholarship?*

NoOther

Have you applied for other scholarships in the current year?*

NoOther

Is your family able to give you financial assistance?*

NoOther

EVALUATION MATERIALS

SHORT ESSAY: Please tell us about your career goals and why they are important to you. Also include how your proposed course of study will support you in your endeavors. The KMG Committee views this essay as a critical component of your application.

Attach Short Essay (PDF only):*

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REFERENCES: Two letters of recommendation are required to be eligible for a GCA scholarship.

Reference #1: One from your advisor on your academic progress and achievements, personal qualities, and qualifications for the summer program or project you have developed or selected.

Reference #2: The second letter should be from a current or former employer.

Electronic copies of the letters of recommendation should be attached below and must be signed by the individual writing the letter, or sent to scholarshipapplications@gcamerica.org directly from their email. If your reference plans to submit your recommendation via email, please upload a placeholder below

Reference Full Name:*

First NameLast Name

Reference Title*

Email*

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Phone Number

Area CodePhone Number

Attach Reference Letter (1) PDF only:*

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Reference Full Name:*

First NameLast Name

Reference Title*

Email*

example@example.com

Phone Number

Area CodePhone Number

Attach Reference Letter (2) PDF only:*

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TRANSCRIPT

Only official school transcripts will be counted toward your application evaluation. Unofficial documents may be used as placeholders, but are not sufficient to be considered for a scholarship. Please indicate that you understand it's your responsibility to follow up with official materials before the application deadline.*

I understand, and am providing my official school transcript(s).I understand, and including unofficial documents as placeholders, and will provide official documents as soon as possible.

Official Transcript (PDF only)*

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Additional Transcript (PDF only)

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How did you hear about GCA Scholarships?*

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SIGNATURE

Signature*

Date:*

Date

Please do not send any additional materials that are not required.

Any questions about GCA scholarships or your application can be submitted to scholarshipapplications@gcamerica.org.

The Scholarship Committee will meet in March; applicants will be notified of their application status shortly thereafter. The Garden Club of America policy conforms with and strongly supports applicable federal and state laws that forbid discrimination on the basis of race, sex, disability, religion, age, national origin or sexual orientation with regard to the application for any of the scholarships The Garden Club of America sponsors.