2018

Scholarship

Application

Applications due by April 17, 2018

Abilene Teachers Federal Credit Union 2018 Scholarship Application

At least twelve $1,000 scholarships will be awarded for the 2018-2019 academic year. The selection committee has latitude to increase the number of recipients and/or the amount of the awards.

Eligibility Requirements

1. Applicant must have an account in his/her own name at Abilene Teachers FCU. A parent’s membership is not adequate.

2. As of the scholarship deadline date applicant must have at least 120 continuous day of good standing at Abilene Teachers FCU.

3. Applicant must be graduating from high school in Spring 2018. 4. Applicant must have been accepted as a full-time student for the Fall 2018 semester at

an accredited college, university or technical school in the United States. 5. Applicant must not be related to an Abilene Teachers FCU employee, Board member or

Supervisory Committee member.

Application and Supporting Documents

1. Applicants should use the 2018 Scholarship Application form that can be downloaded at www.abileneteachersfcu.org or picked up at any Abilene Teachers FCU location.

2. Recommendations from two non-related adults are requested. Recommendations should be returned in sealed envelopes.

3. Return the completed application with the following: a. Official high school transcript b. A copy of your SAT and/or ACT test scores c. A copy of the letter of acceptance from the college you plan to attend

4. Application packets can be hand delivered to any Abilene Teachers FCU location. If you prefer to mail the packet, please address it to:

Abilene Teachers FCU Scholarship Committee Abilene Teachers Federal Credit Union P.O. Box 5706 Abilene, TX 79608

5. Applications that are received via email will not be considered for awards.

Notification

Scholarship applicants will be notified of their status during the week of June 4, 2018. The Scholarship Committee’s decisions are final. Applications will be judged based upon academic achievement, extra-curricular activities, employment history, evidence of financial responsibility, and probability for success in a college environment.

College Scholarship Application

APPLICANT INFORMATION

Last Name

First

M.I.

Street Address

Apartment/Unit #

City

State

ZIP

Home Phone

Cell Phone

Other Phone (optional)

Email Address

ATFCU Member #

High School Presently Attending:

Cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA)

Class Rank

Number of Students In Graduating Class

SAT Test Results

Critical Reading : Math: Composite:

ACT Test Results

English: Math: Reading: Science: Composite:

Father’s Name

Father’s Address

Father’s Daytime Phone Number

Mother’s Name

Mother’s Address

Mother’s Daytime Phone Number

Father’s Occupation

Mother’s Occupation

College/Technical School/University Which school(s) have you applied to?

Choice

College/Technical School/University

Location Check if Accepted

1st

2nd

3rd

Intended Major: or Undecided

Intended Minor: or Undecided

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EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES / HONORS IN HIGH SCHOOL Include school, church, and community activities and honors. Attach a similarly formatted additional sheet if extra space is needed.

Month / Year to

Month / Year

Description of Activity or Honor

WORK EXPERIENCE Include present and previous employment. Attach a similarly formatted additional sheet if necessary.

Month/Year to

Month/Year

Employer

Description of Activity

Do you plan to continue (or begin) working during college? Yes No Not Currently Known

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Writing Assessment

Imagine that time travel has become a safe possibility. You have been given a single opportunity to travel to any time period in the past or the future. When and where would you go? Why? Fire up your imagination and share your reasoning in 1,000 words or less. For this particular essay, assume that you’ll be able to speak and understand the language of your chosen destination. Recommendations

Please request references from 2 adults who are not related to you. Your references should be familiar with your academic potential, leadership skills and character. Suggested forms are included in this packet.

Transcripts

Please submit a certified copy of your high school transcript, or if home-schooled, a description of your high school program.

Certification – Signatures Required

I have read and understand the enclosed information. I affirm that the information which I have provided on this application is complete, accurate and true to the best of m y knowledge. I affirm that the essay provided is my original work. I hereby authorize Abilene Teachers FCU to release the scholarship application information provided by me to the ATFCU Scholarship Committee for the purpose of providing the committee with the information concerning m y eligibility as a scholarship recipient. I also understand that furnishing false information may result in revocation of a possible scholarship offer. Further, I agree that if I am selected as a scholarship recipient, m y name, photograph and/or essay may be used for publicity with no additional compensation from Abilene Teachers FCU.

Applicant’s Signature Date

Parent/Guardian’s Signature Date

For Abilene Teachers Federal Credit Union Use Only

Date Application Received

Received By

Applicant has been a Member Since

Verified By

Abilene Teachers FCU Scholarship Recommendation Form Section 1 – To the Applicant

Complete this section of the form. The second section of this form should be completed by a non-family adult who can attest to your character and academic potential. We suggest that you ask teachers, counselors, pastors, and/or employers for recommendations.

Full Legal Name Last Name (please print) First Name Middle Name

Permanent Address Number/Street City State Zip

Waiver I request that this recommendation form be submitted for use by the Abilene Teachers FCU and its duly authorized volunteers.

I waive my rights to have future access to this document

I do not waive my rights to have future access to this document

______________________________ _____________________

Applicant’s Signature Date

Section 2 – To the Evaluator

The Abilene Teachers FCU Scholarship Committee appreciates your assistance in sharing your opinion and observations of this applicant. Please complete both pages of this form and return it to the applicant in a sealed envelope or return it directly to the credit union. The applicant has chosen you to make an honest, candid assessment of his/her abilities.

Federal law grants students access to education records. Therefore, unless the above “Waiver” is signed by the applicant, we cannot guarantee the confidentiality of your recommendation.

Evaluator Name Last Name (please print) First Name

Mailing Address Number/Street City State ZIP

Daytime Phone Number Primary E-mail Address Occupation/Position

How well do you know the applicant? Very Well Moderately Slightly

My relationship to the applicant was/is in the following capacity: Teacher Counselor Clergy Employer Co-Worker Other (please specify)

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How would you rate the applicant for each of the following characteristics? Please check the appropriate box under the rating column which best describes the applicant.

Characteristic Outstanding Good Average Below Unknown Average

Intellectual Ability

Dependability

Initiative

Academic Potential

Character

Maturity

Social Skills

Ability to work with others

Oral Expression

Written Expression

Overall Rating

Written Recommendation

It is a great help to the committee if you would provide a more detailed letter about the applicant. We are particularly interested in specific information which is relevant to his/her character, capabilities and potential for success in a college environment. Your time and effort is greatly valued by both the applicant and the committee.

Recommendation Concerning Scholarship I highly recommend this applicant. I recommend this applicant with some reservations. I recommend this applicant. I am not able to recommend this applicant.

Evaluator’s Signature Date

Thank you for your assistance. The application deadline is April 17, 2018. The sealed recommendation can be submitted by the student with his/her application or it can be mailed to:

Abilene Teachers Federal Credit Union Attn: Scholarship Committee P.O. Box 5706 Abilene, TX 79608

Abilene Teachers FCU Scholarship Recommendation Form Section 1 – To the Applicant

Complete this section of the form. The second section of this form should be completed by a non-family adult who can attest to your character and academic potential. We suggest that you ask teachers, counselors, pastors, and/or employers for recommendations.

Full Legal Name Last Name (please print) First Name Middle Name

Permanent Address Number/Street City State Zip

Waiver I request that this recommendation form be submitted for use by the Abilene Teachers FCU and its duly authorized volunteers.

I waive my rights to have future access to this document

I do not waive my rights to have future access to this document

________________________________ _______________________

Applicant’s Signature Date

Section 2 – To the Evaluator

The Abilene Teachers FCU Scholarship Committee appreciates your assistance in sharing your opinion and observations of this applicant. Please complete both pages of this form and return it to the applicant in a sealed envelope. Applications received without sealed recommendations will not be considered. The applicant has chosen you to make an honest, candid assessment of his/her abilities.

Federal law grants students access to education records. Therefore, unless the above “Waiver” is signed by the applicant, we cannot guarantee the confidentiality of your application.

Evaluator Name Last Name (please print) First Name

Mailing Address Number/Street City State ZIP

Daytime Phone Number Primary E-mail Address Occupation/Position

How well do you know the applicant? Very Well Moderately Slightly

My relationship to the applicant was/is in the following capacity: Teacher Counselor Clergy Employer Co-Worker Other (please specify)

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How would you rate the applicant for each of the following characteristics? Please check the appropriate box under the rating column which best describes the applicant.

Characteristic Outstanding Good Average Below Unknown Average

Intellectual Ability

Dependability

Initiative

Academic Potential

Character

Maturity

Social Skills

Ability to work with others

Oral Expression

Written Expression

Overall Rating

Written Recommendation It is a great help to the committee if you would provide a more detailed letter about the applicant. We are particularly interested in specific information which is relevant to his/her character, capabilities and potential for success in a college environment. Your time and effort is greatly valued by both the applicant and the committee.

Recommendation Concerning Scholarship I highly recommend this applicant. I recommend this applicant with some reservations. I recommend this applicant. I am not able to recommend this applicant.

Evaluator’s Signature Date

Thank you for your assistance. The application deadline is April 17, 2018. The sealed recommendation can be submitted by the student with his/her application or it can be mailed to:

Abilene Teachers Federal Credit Union Attn: Scholarship Committee P.O. Box 5706 Abilene, TX 79608