University of Evansville FIRST® Scholarship

Deadline: February 1 University of Evansville FIRST® Scholarship

The University of Evansville is a comprehensive university, providing career paths through the arts and sciences and pre-professional programs. Intense, well-rounded learning happens in a challenging atmosphere with hands on projects, high-quality teaching, and a rigorous curriculum. The changemaking culture empowers students to improve the world around them. UE is affiliated with the United Methodist church and offers more than 80 majors and 100 areas of study. Its diverse student body represents 45 states and 54 countries with abundant study abroad opportunities including the #1 study abroad program in the U.S. at Harlaxton College, the school’s living learning center in Grantham, England. UE’s true value is proven by student successes—94% of the Class of 2017 were employed or in graduate school within six months of graduation. UE is continuously recognized for its value on top rankings lists including U.S. News & World Report, which ranked UE as #7 in the Midwest. Please visit us online at www.evansville.edu to learn more.

UE will offer FIRST Scholarships as follows: Twenty (20), $2,500 per year scholarships, renewable for 4-years provided the student continues to remain full- time making satisfactory academic progress toward their degree. The $2,500 FIRST award will go on top of any merit scholarship aid received at the time of admission.

Scholarship Eligibility To be eligible to apply for this scholarship, you must: • Have participated on a FIRST® Robotics Competition (FRC®) or a FIRST® Tech Challenge (FTC®) Team during high school. • Apply and be admitted to the University of Evansville as a full-time student. o You do not need to have already been admitted at the time you apply for this scholarship. • Other criteria include: o 2-year on-campus residency. o Meet eligibility requirements for the College of Engineering and Computer Science. o Pay $300 enrollment deposit by February 1 of the preceding fall semester start.

Application Process To apply for the Scholarship, complete and send the application package including: • A completed Scholarship Application (found on next page) • A letter of recommendation from an adult mentor/coach on your FIRST team • A letter of recommendation from a teacher/guidance counselor • High School transcripts (if not submitted with University application for admission)

Mail/email to: University of Evansville ATTN: Kenton Hargis 1800 Lincoln Avenue Evansville, IN 47722 [email protected] Must be received by February 1. Questions? Please contact Kenton Hargis, Director of Admission, 812-488-2364 or [email protected]. Deadline: February 1 University of Evansville FIRST® Scholarship

Personal Information

Name: First Middle Last Address:

City: State: Zip Code:

Country: US Citizen: Yes / No

Telephone: E-mail:

FIRST Program: FRC / FTC FIRST Team Number: FIRST Team Name:

Year(s) of participation: Intended College Major:

University of Evansville Admissions Application Status:

Has been Submitted Will be Submitted by

Signature: Date:

By signing this application, I agree that all information is accurate to the best of my knowledge I also agree that the above information may be released by to FIRST.

Application Process To apply for the Scholarship, complete and send the application package including: • A completed Scholarship Application • A letter of recommendation from an adult mentor/coach on your FIRST team • A letter of recommendation from a teacher/guidance counselor • High School transcripts (if not submitted with University application for admission)