NALEPPA FAMILY HEALTHCARE SCHOLARSHIP FUND

Choice of School: Accredited four-year college or university, or accredited two-year institution.

Qualifications: Applicants must have a reputation of good character, above average academic standard, and financial need. Applicants must have a cumulative grade point average of 3.0.

Nature of Award: $500 minimum for one academic year. The amount may vary based on the available to grant balance in the fund. May reapply for subsequent years subject to satisfactory academic progress.

How to Apply:

Applications are available at the Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore may be downloaded at www.cfes.org. Completed applications must be submitted (Address indicated on Scholarship Application Form) by no later than April 1st to be considered for a scholarship award, only when the following have been submitted:

1. A completed scholarship application
2. Official transcript of grades
3. Proof of graduation from a public or private high school in Somerset, Wicomico, or Worcester County
4. Proof of enrollment from college or university
5. One letter of recommendation from an instructor in their field
6. Applicant may be required to be interviewed by the Scholarship Selection Committee

Who May Apply:

Applicants must be graduates of a public or private high school in Wicomico County of Maryland who have been accepted into a healthcare program. They must be enrolled as a full time student. Priority will be given to students with the greatest financial need and strong ties to the Eastern Shore.