2011 J. Craig and Page T. Smith Scholarship

2011 Smith Scholarship Program. Go to www.smithscholarships.com for an application.
Deadline: January 15, 2012
Description
The Smith Scholarship Foundation is designed to fund college scholarships for deserving students throughout Alabama. Special consideration is given to applicants who would be the first in either their mother's or father's (or both parents') families to attend college. However, it is not a requirement that an applicant be the first in their family to attend college. The foundation was created by Mignon C. Smith in honor of her parents. Her father, J. Craig Smith, was President and CEO of Avondale Mills, that was a hallmark of the textile industry. Mr. Smith was an innovative leader who put employee scholarships in place and privately funded the education of several employees' children. Now, by having established The J. Craig and Page T. Smith Scholarship Foundation and the "First In Family" College Scholarships, his daughter is continuing the family tradition of encouraging and inspiring others to learn.

Requirements
-Applicants have the option to scan supporting documents and submit it with their on-line application. This is the preferred method for providing documents.

If you cannot attach your supporting documents, you can mail them to us. We recommend that you send all information in one envelope. Please be sure your name is on each item. Do not use staples.

**The following documents are required to qualify for this scholarship.**

-A copy of your transcript of high school grades (9-12) is required. A minimum "C+" average is required for this scholarship. Please have your counselor provide your GPA on a 4.00 point scale.

-ACT (required) or SAT (optional) scores should be attached or mailed. No minimum test score is required for this scholarship. If the test has not been taken yet, please provide expected test date.

-You must write your own essay on your future plans or goals of accomplishment for yourself. The essay must be written by the applicant. It may be reviewed by a teacher, but the applicant must be the author.

-You must write your own essay documenting community and civic-oriented activities or assistance to family members must be attached or mailed. The essay must be written by the applicant. It may be reviewed by a teacher, but the applicant must be the author.

-Please provide three (3) personal recommendations from teachers, counselors, a member of a volunteer organization, professional or family members. You will be prompted to provide the address, e-mail and phone number of the person providing the recommendation. They will automatically receive an e-mail from us requesting the recommendation.

-You are required to provide a copy of pages (1) and (2) of the previous year's tax return for anyone in your household that files a tax return. Please redact (remove with black marker or white-out) all social security numbers.


Contact E-mail
gwen@smithscholarships.net
Contact Name
Gwen McDaniel© 2011 ScholarSelect
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