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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