The Alaska Community Foundation, in partnership with Murdock Charitable Trust and the Thorpe Family, offers this scholarship award to Alaska’s student.
Donor Name: The Alaska Community Foundation
State: Alaska
County: All Counties
Type of Grant: Scholarship
Deadline: 03/15/2023
Size of the Grant: $7,500
Grant Duration: 5 years
Details:
Funding Information
The Neal O. Thorpe Memorial Scholarship awards successful applicants $7,500 for up to five years (totaling up to $37,500), with the consideration of a fifth year, in extenuating circumstances. The scholarship will be paid directly to the applicant’s school to cover education expenses.
Eligibility Criteria
- Applicant must be an Alaska resident
- Applicant must be a graduate/soon-to-be graduate of a high school or equivalent program located in Alaska
Preference
- Applicant is Alaska Native
- Applicant is the first in their immediate family to pursue a post-secondary degree
Applicant will be Asked to Provide
Personal Essay High School Transcripts Explanation of Expenses Education and Background information Letters of Recommendation- Two Required.
For more information, visit Alaska Community Foundation.