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Ports of Philadelphia Maritime Society Scholarship

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About the Scholarship

Opens: 2/1/2024
Closes: 4/15/2024

Ports of Philadelphia Maritime Society Scholarship provides financial assistance to residents of Delaware, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania who are interested in further study related to a maritime career.

Win up to
$2,500
  • Essay Required: Yes
  • Need-Based: No
  • Merit-Based: No
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Requirements
  • This program is open to residents of Delaware, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania who qualify in 3 categories: 1) entering or continuing students seeking a college degree in a marine, maritime, engineering, naval architecture, transportation, or logistics program; 2) mariners who wish to enroll in a program of United States Coast Guard required training for an original (not renewal) credential, license, or upgrade; or 3) professionals in marine, maritime, and port-related areas interested in attending a certificated professional development course.
  • Applicants for all categories must submit essays on the following questions: 1) the event or individual who influenced them to seek an education or career in the marine/maritime/transportation/logistics field; 2) their intended plans upon completion of their course of study, and 3) the recommendation they would give to a young person who asked them about their education or career choice.
  • A letter of recommendation from a teacher or employer is required.
  • A letter of recommendation from a member of the Ports of Philadelphia Maritime Society (POPMS) is recommended but not required.

    • Details

    Pursued Degree Level
    Professional Certification, Bachelor's Degree
    Current Grade
    High School Senior, College Freshman, College Sophomore, College Junior, College Senior
    Location
    • Country: US
    • State: DE, NJ, PA
    Intended Area of Study
    Ocean Engineering, Logistics and Supply Chain Management, Naval Architecture, Shipping Industry

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