The Garrettsville Area Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce that it will be awarding two (2) $1,000 scholarships to college-bound graduates, and two (2) $500 scholarships to graduates pursuing further education at a trade/technical school.
The decision of the Chamber’s Scholarship Committee is final and will be based on the following criteria:
- Student desire/goals
- GPA
- School activities, outside interests and community/volunteer activities
- A written essay (detailed below)
The scholarship money awarded is to be used for a course of study, tuition or books at an accredited college/university/trade program. Proof of enrollment will be required prior to disbursement of funds. The scholarship is valid for the 2020-2021 school year and is not renewable.
To be considered for a scholarship, you must submit the following information:
- A completed Application Form (requirement waived for Class of 2020).
- A 750 (minimum) word essay that addresses at least three (3) of these topics:
- What steps have you/are you taking to achieve your educational pursuits?
- What are your goals in pursuing your degree/training?
- Which JAG Core Value do you feel that you exemplify?
- How has your high school experience helped to prepare you for the future?
Optional extra:
You may include a CURRENT printout of your Community Service Record from any service organizations you are part of.
DEADLINE: All applications for the Chamber of Commerce scholarship must be turned in by May 1st. NO EXCEPTIONS. Completed scholarship applications should be emailed to GarrettsvilleChamber@gmail.com.
Scholarships will be awarded at Senior Awards Night. If you are selected, you will be required to attend a special luncheon in June. The scholarship recipient and two family members will be guests of the Garrettsville Area Chamber at the event.
We look forward to receiving your application. Good Luck!
