Walter Reed Smith Scholarship

Applicant must be a woman over the age of 30 who is a lineal descendant of worthy Confederates or collateral descendant who is a member of the Children of the Confederacy or the United Daughters of the Confederacy. Applicant must have at least a 3.0 GPA, be enrolled in an accredited college or university, and carry a minimum of 12 hours each semester. Applicant must be prepared to pass entrance examination of prospective college or university. Applicant must submit proof of Confederate Military Record, line of descent from Confederate ancestor, a letter of endorsement from sponsoring Chapter, a letter of recommendation, complete financial report, official transcripts, an essay on the significance of a southern heritage, and a wallet-size photo. Original and four copies of the application forms and five copies of all documents, certificates, and letters must be submitted to the Division Director of Education. All inquiries must include a self-addressed, stamped envelope.

Renewable for up to four years if recipient maintains minimum 3.0 GPA.

Study areas: Home economics, nutrition, nursing

Details

Deadline: June 15

Award type: Scholarship

Award coverage: Other

Renewable
Yes
Awarded anualy:
No
Unlimited awards:
No
Repay required:
No

Other criteria

Min. Age:
30
Max. Age:
80
Min. GPA:
3
Max. GPA:
4
Gender:
Female

Misc.

Enrollment level: College Senior, College Freshman, College Junior, College Sophomore

Major: Home Economics, General, Nursing, Other, Nutritional Sciences

Organization: Children Of The Confederacy, United Daughters Of The Confederacy

Contact Information


Walter Reed Smith Scholarship United States

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