As a
Stockton student we have the opportunity to apply for Foundation Scholarships
through the Stockton Foundation.
What exactly is the
Stockton Foundation?
The Stockton University Scholarship Program is
administered by the Office of Development & Alumni Affairs in conjunction
with the Office of Enrollment Management. The scholarship program, made
possible by both University funding and private donations to the Stockton
University Foundation, provides awards to outstanding freshmen, upperclassmen
and graduate students. Awards to upperclassmen and graduate students are
determined by a presidential-appointed Scholarship Selection Committee. This
Committee includes representatives of the faculty, administration, and Board of
Directors of the Stockton University Foundation.
Who can apply
for these scholarships?
Qualified students may apply to the Scholarship Program on
an annual basis. Successful applicants exhibit high academic achievement as
well as leadership and service to the University and community. Award
recipients maintain a minimum grade point average of 3.0 and are fully
matriculated students.
This year’s
application process information:
The Stockton University Foundation application process for
the 2016-2017 academic year will begin Friday, January 29 and remain open until
Tuesday, March 29. Qualified students will receive a link to apply online
starting Friday, January 29, 2016.
Link to the Foundation Scholarship website: https://intraweb.stockton.edu/eyos/page.cfm?siteID=221&pageID=243
My Foundation Scholarship Story
I was beyond
fortunate to have graduated with a Bachelors of Arts from Stockton in 2014 with
minimal debt. Thanks to my parents starting a college fund for me when I was
little, and being able to financially support me throughout my undergraduate
career. This allowed me to solely focus on my education, and fully immersing
myself in all that Stockton had to offer.
However,
when it came time to paying for graduate school, I knew it was on me. I was
beyond blessed to have received a graduate assistantship through the office of
graduate and continuing studies during my first year of graduate school. During
my spring semester of my first year though, the fear of money really began to
set in. This is when I knew I needed to look for additional recourse. This is when,
I applied for the Stockton Foundation Scholarships. For the first time I felt
worthy enough of these awards, and knew I had the academic achievements to even
begin to be considered. I am currently in my second year of the Masters of
Science in Communication Disorders program, which means I am completing my
clinical externships and unable to work. Additionally, I am taking 12 credits
which has greatly increased my tuition. This year I received two foundation
scholarships, and was selected to be the student speaker to represent The
School of Graduate & Continuing Studies. These scholarships mean more to
me than words could ever express. These awards helped take the financial burden
off of myself and my family, have kept me from
having to take out a private loan this semester, as my federal aid didn’t fully
cover my tuition, and most of all they have put me at ease.
If
you are Stockton student I strongly encourage you to apply. If you are not a
Stockton student see what opportunities your college/university offers for you.
Applying/asking questions take no time and can lead you your goal!
Highlights
from the scholarship dinner this year!
-Jessica
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