Richard T. Nuske Memorial Scholarship

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About the Scholarship

Opens: 12/1/2023

Closes: 2/19/2024

Richard T. Nuske Memorial Scholarship recognizes and rewards high school seniors in Wisconsin who submit outstanding essays based on an interview of a Vietnam veteran, especially if the veteran is a relative.

Win up to

$1,500

Essay Required: Yes
Need-Based: No
Merit-Based: No
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Requirements

This competition is open to seniors graduating from high schools in Wisconsin who plan to attend an accredited institution of higher education in any state.

Applicants must submit an essay, from 3 to 5 pages in length, based on an interview of a veteran of any branch who served on active duty anywhere in the world during the Vietnam War (from January 1, 1959, to May 7, 1975).

Essays are judged on originality, appearance, and elements of grammar; up to 35 points may be awarded, depending on the quality of the essay.

An additional 10 points are awarded if the student is the child or grandchild of the veteran; an additional 5 points are awarded if the student is another relative (niece, cousin) of the veteran.

Details

Pursued Degree Level

Bachelor's Degree

Current Grade

High School Senior

Location

Country: US
State: WI

Armed Service Status

Veteran

Activities

Writing Nonfiction

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