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Cedric Ellis Scholarship Endowment


Name: Cedric Ellis Scholarship Endowment

Award Amount: Varies based on available funds and individual student needs.

Information and Eligibility:

The Cedric Ellis Scholarship Endowment provides financial assistance to students residing in Waterbury who are of African descent. This scholarship supports students demonstrating financial need and academic promise.

Eligibility Requirements:

  • Residency: Must reside in Waterbury, Connecticut.
  • Ethnicity: Must be of African descent.
  • Educational Plans: Plan to attend an accredited college or university.
  • Financial Need: Must demonstrate financial need.
  • Academic Performance: Must meet the minimum academic standards required for scholarship consideration.

Selection Criteria:

  • Academic achievements and performance.
  • Demonstrated financial need.
  • Commitment to personal and educational growth.
  • Community involvement and extracurricular activities.
  • Personal essays and recommendations.

Application Requirements:

  • Complete and submit the Foundation’s general scholarship application.
  • Provide official academic transcripts.
  • Submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to determine financial need.
  • Include at least one letter of recommendation.
  • Write a personal essay detailing your educational goals and how this scholarship will help you achieve them.

Additional Information:

  • Scholarship awards may vary based on individual circumstances and available funding.
  • Applicants should ensure all materials are complete and submitted by the deadline.

Application Timeline:

  • First-Time Applicants: March 17

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