General Information
SVHEF Educational Financial Assistance/Scholarship Application
This application is for students enrolled in the SVHEC applying for scholarships or financial assistance. IT Academy certificate students are encouraged to apply for the Microsoft Scholars Program found on the last page.
Carefully complete this form and upload reference letters and a personal essay to the application.
APPLICATIONS must be received at least 30 days prior to the start of the training session or class. Awards will be made before the start of classes.
The information you provide is for the use of the Foundation only.
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PROGRAM OF STUDY
YOU MUST BE ENROLLED IN A PROGRAM OF STUDY AT THE SVHEC TO APPLY
A. Degree Program (Only fill out this section if you are enrolled in a degree based program)
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FINANCIAL
Have you completed the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)?For Degree Granting Programs: To be eligible you MUST HAVE applied for State and Federal assistance by completing the FAFSA Application
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Required Info
References—Please name two people, preferably your former teachers or current employers and not family members.
Include a contact telephone number. If possible, attach a reference letter from each reference to this application.
Personal Essay
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Additional Info
I hereby certify to the best of my knowledge, all of the information furnished in the application is complete and accurate, and all required documentation is included. I hereby authorize the release of this information as may be required to determine my eligibility for scholarships or financial assistance.
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MICROSOFT SCHOLARS PROGRAM
(The Microsoft Scholars Program through the SVHEF is for IT Academy certificate program applicants only; degree program students in the ITA should apply for the Microsoft Scholarship through SVCC. Degree track students may apply and receive other SVHEF scholarships as awarded based on page one and two of this application.)
The Foundation will review all applications and select final candidates on the holistic basis of eligibility, quality of application, demonstrated passion for STEM, commitment to leadership and financial need.
Applicants must be enrolled in the IT Academy certificate program at the Southern Virginia Higher Education Center; to continue in the Microsoft Scholars program the student must acquire a certificate in the previous level of the IT program.
Please describe yourself: