The Engebretson Foundation is in the process of seeking a high school senior to receive a one-year scholarship named as the “EngebretsonScholarship”. Graduating high school seniors who have need of financial assistance in order to attend a four-year college are eligible to apply. The scholarships are intended to those who are recognized for their academic achievements and leadership ability.Winners of the Engebretson Scholarship will receive a one-year $5,000 per semester scholarship by the Engebretson Foundation.
The Engebretson Scholarship Foundation was founded in 2006 by the family of the late David J. Engebretson. David J. Engebretson, a native of South Dakota, was a prominent business man who always held children close at heart. Mr. Engebretson had a dream, a dream to “Always Give Back.”
Eligibility:
All applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Be a graduating senior in high school
- Plan to attend a four-year college
- Be in need of financial assistance in order to attend a four-year college
- Have achieved a score of 28 composite or higher on the ACT exam (or at least 1240 on the SAT)
- Have achieved at least a 3.75 GPA or above and/or top 5% of graduating class
- Have applied for federal financial aid and have already received back the Student Aid Report that contains your Expected Family Contribution (EFC), see Filing for FAFSA
How to Apply:
To apply for scholarship consideration, the candidate can download the application form from the given link:
http://www.engebretsonfoundation.org/docs/application.pdf
Supporting Documents:
- Student résumé
- Essay one
- Official high school transcript
- Copy of act and/or sat scores
- FAFSA results (student aid report) and/or college funding estimator worksheet
- First two pages of federal form 1040, 1040a, or 1040ez if applicable
- College acceptance letters
- Teacher recommendation form http://www.engebretsonfoundation.org/docs/recommendation.pdf
Submitting Details:
Mail completed application and all accompanying materials to:
Engebretson Foundation
13110 Birch Drive, Suite 148
Box 219
Omaha, NE 68164-4160
Financial Aid and Award Money:
The Engebretson Foundation Scholarship is awarded yearly to a graduating high school senior. The amount of this scholarship will be $5,000.00 per semester to be used for college tuition costs. The person receiving the scholarship will have the opportunity to reapply each year.
Application Deadline:
The annual application must be postmarked and arrive prior to May 1, 2017: to be considered. Only one envelope with the completed application will be considered per applicant
Link for more Information:
http://www.engebretsonfoundation.org/index.html
Contact Information:
If you have any questions, contact the Engebretson Foundation info-at-engebretsonfoundation.org
