Can someone explain how the AFA Teens for Alzheimer's Awareness College Scholarship works? What are the requirements for applying, and is it available for high school juniors? I'm eager to start preparing my application.
Sure, I'd be happy to clarify the details regarding the AFA Teens for Alzheimer's Awareness College Scholarship.
This scholarship is designed to provide financial assistance to college-bound students who've been intimately impacted by Alzheimer's disease, and want to portray their experiences within their families or communities through an essay.
The main requirement for applying to the AFA Teens for Alzheimer's Awareness College Scholarship is to be a high school senior planning to enter an accredited four-year college or university within 12 months of the scholarship deadline. This means, unfortunately, it is not available for high school juniors.
The main part of the application is a personal essay (1,200-1,500 words) where you discuss how Alzheimer’s disease affected your own life, what you have learned about yourself, your family, and/or your community in the face of coping with Alzheimer’s.
In terms of financial awards, the first place recipient receives a $5,000 scholarship; second place, $2,500; third place, $1,500; and runners-up receive $500.
The application typically opens in November and the deadline to apply is usually in mid-February. Winners are announced in March, which is when you should receive an email about your status.
Remember, it's not just your grades or extracurricular involvement that matter for this scholarship, but how effectively you can communicate your personal experience with Alzheimer's disease. Good luck with your future applications!
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