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Westchester County Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 49 Scholarship

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About the Scholarship

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

Westchester County Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 49 Scholarship provides financial assistance to the children and grandchildren of veterans in Westchester County, New York who plan to attend college in any state.

Win up to
$700
  • Essay Required: No
  • Need-Based: No
  • Merit-Based: No
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Requirements
  • This program is open to seniors graduating from high schools in Westchester County, New York, and planning to attend an accredited college, university, or vocational/technical school in any state.
  • Applicants must be the child or grandchild of an activeduty service veteran; service in the National Guard or Reserves does not qualify unless the veteran was activated for more than 90 days for purposes other than training.
  • The service does not have to have been during the Vietnam era.
  • Selection is based on 1) class rank; 2) SAT scores; 3) a resume of extracurricular activities (including school clubs, sports and student government, work experience, volunteer experience, and other interests); and 4) a 2page statement on the effect of their parent's military service on their attitudes toward life and country.

    • Details

    Pursued Degree Level
    Bachelor's Degree
    Current Grade
    High School Senior
    Location
    • Country: US
    • State: NY
    • County: Westchester
    Armed Service Status
    Veteran

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