Seattle World School Alumni Scholarship Fund2020-21 SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION

For NEW Applicants (who have not received this scholarship in the past)

DUE: APRIL 8, 2020

Before filling this out, read the website for information about who is eligible and how you may use scholarship funds. Don't wait until the last minute!

Please submit:___ Your completed application (you may fill out online if saved as a Word document) ___ Your school transcript through winter 2020___ Your personal essay as Word document (no Google docs will be accepted)

(see essay page of application for details) ___ A current PHOTO of your face - in focus and clear ___ A letter of recommendation from a teacher, Instructional Assistant, counselor, or job

`supervisor who knows you

Some tips for a good application: * Type your responses into the form or write very clearly - make sure we can

read your email and phone number or we won't be able to contact you!* Type your essay and use your own words* Fill in every item that applies to you* Make sure your application is complete and on time

All new applicants will be required to meet for an interview with the scholarship committee, probably held at your school or the World School.

* Email your application to npf2@comcast.net, or mail to or drop off at the Seattle World School office c/o Nancy Peterfreund, SWS Scholarships and Mentoring

Program, 1700 E Union St., Seattle, WA 98122. Must arrive by 4pm on April 8, 2020.

2020-21 SWS ALUMNI SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATIONIn Partnership with Rotary of University District, Seattle

For NEW APPLICANTS -- Due April 8, 2020

(If you received a scholarship from us last year, fill out version for RETURNING Applicants)

YOUR BACKGROUND

YOUR EDUCATION

Name: Age:      

Where were you born?

Languages you speak besides English:

How long have you been in the U.S.?       years and       months

Your home address (including zip code).

Your email: Your cellphone:    -   -    

When did you attend Seattle World School? from      /      to      /     

What high school or college did you attend in 2019-20?      

Name of your school counselor:

Email: Phone:    -   -    

Who helped you apply for college and/or financial aid? (if nobody helped you, say "nobody")

Did your parents attend college? Yes No

Do you have a brother or sister who attends or attended college? Yes No

Did you take any Running Start classes? Yes No

If YES: Which class/es?

page 2 -- NEW applicants

YOUR PLANS for COLLEGE or other TRAINING after high school

YOUR WORK and/or VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE

Please attach your essay, letter of recommendation, and transcript. See next page for instructions for the personal essay. Review the cover sheet for instructions for submitting your application. DUE DATE: April 8, 2020.

What would you like to study in college or other training program?

If in college now, what is your major?

Which college or training program do you want to attend in 2020-21?

Did you apply for: Financial aid (FAFSA or WASFA) Yes No

Promise program Yes No

Other scholarships? Yes No

If YES: Which scholarships?

Where will you live next year? with family alone or with friends in a dorm not sure

How will you get to school next year? walk bike bus drive not sure

Do you have a laptop? Yes No

Will you have internet where you will live? Yes No not sure

Did you have a job this year (2019-20)? Yes No

If YES, where did you work?

How many hours a week?       hours per week

What did you do?

Will you work next year? Yes No not sure

What have you done to help others? (e.g., Community service, any volunteer work, helping people you know)

PERSONAL ESSAY INSTRUCTIONS: NEW APPLICANTS

Please write this essay yourself, in your own words.

It is okay to get help, but we want your essay to show how you write. It's okay to make mistakes - we understand that you are learning English as a second language! We care more about the content (your personal experience and opinions), than perfect spelling or grammar.

The essay should be a Word document, 250 - 400 words, typed, and double spaced.

No Google docs will be accepted.

Please answer each question:

* What are your hopes for your future beyond high school?

* How will more education help you?

* What challenges did you have to overcome to get this far?

* What challenges do you expect to find over the summer or next year?

* Why should we choose you for this scholarship?

(Note: Our scholarships are not only for those with the highest GPAs. We look for students who work hard, help others, and try to improve. We look at how hard your classes were, if they were ESL or regular classes, and if you tried to improve. We look for students who challenge themselves, and who want to continue their education, to learn more and prepare for a good life. We look at students' individual situations to see what you need.)