Fort Worth/Tarrant County (Fwtc) Aggie Moms Club

FORT WORTH/TARRANT COUNTY AGGIE MOMS’ CLUB SCHOLARSHIP 2017-2018 SCHOLARSHIP REQUIREMENTS INSTRUCTIONS FOR APPLICANTS

PURPOSE: The Fort Worth/Tarrant County (FWTC) Aggie Moms’ Club Scholarship program seeks to recognize and reward students who are:  proficient in academics  involved in purposeful activities outside of the classroom with emphasis on campus-based organizations, volunteerism, leadership, employment and service

ELIGIBILITY: Applicants must: 1. be a full-time undergraduate student or a graduating high school senior during the 2015-2016 school year; 2. reside in Tarrant County or an adjacent county which is not currently represented by an A&M Mothers’ Club; undergraduate students must maintain their permanent address in Tarrant County; 3. meet the academic requirements established by Texas A&M University  complete at least 18 hours in the academic year (Fall-Spring)  maintain a minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA  remain in “good standing” with the University at the time of disbursement of scholarship funds, i.e., may not be on conduct or academic probation; 4. not have a relative on the Scholarship Committee which determines the recipients; and 5. submit a new application each year they wish to be considered for a scholarship.

APPLICATION PROCESS:  Complete the attached application in full; resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application.  Checklist must be submitted. All documents listed on the attached CHECKLIST must be submitted.  All documents listed on the attached CHECKLIST must be submitted in ONE ENVELOPE post-marked directly to the Scholarship Chairperson on or before the posted deadline.  Incomplete, late, and emailed applications/documents will not be considered.  Typed applications preferred. Illegible applications will not be processed.  Confirmation of receipt of scholarship application will be mailed to applicants if a self-addressed, stamped envelope is submitted with the scholarship application.  Mail the completed application and all documents to the Scholarship Chairperson: Karen Ellen Anderson (817-846-8230) 2203 Tournament Trail Arlington, TX 76017

APPLICATION DEADLINE: FOR CURRENT TEXAS A&M/UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS: Submittal deadline is Friday, February 10, 2017

FOR CURRENT HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS/INCOMING FRESHMAN: Submittal deadline is Friday, March 3, 2017

***PRINT SINGLE SIDE ONLY – NO DUPLEX*** FORT WORTH/TARRANT COUNTY AGGIE MOMS’ SCHOLARSHIP 2017-2018 APPLICATION CHECKLIST

The following documents must be completed in full and submitted to the Scholarship Committee. *****Must include this checklist with your submission*****

Applicant Name: ______Check appropriate designation: ____ Incoming Freshman OR ____ Current Texas A&M/undergraduate student

Applicant: Document to be submitted in scholarship application: Scholarship Check each Committee: item that is ( Committee included in Use Only) submission Application Checklist: Submit as cover page with scholarship application and documents Biographical Information Cover Sheet: Original form, completed, signed & dated Scholarship Application: Original, completed application form Official Transcript: Provide one OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT a. Must include grades and GPA/GPR through Fall 2015 semester b. Must include official seal or stamp c. Must be from school Registrar and sealed in its own envelope, with Registrar’s signature across the seal; d. Must be enclosed with the application documents in one large envelope/package.

Letters of Recommendation: Provide two (2) Letters of Recommendation (only) a. One (1) Academic Letter of Recommendation from a teacher, advisor, or other educator who knows applicant in the school setting b. One (1) Personal Letter of Recommendation from someone outside of school (employer, clergy, community leader, volunteer coordinator, etc.) who can attest to your integrity, leadership, work ethic, character, etc. c. Letters from immediate family members or other relatives will not be accepted. d. The author must include his/her name, title, relationship to applicant, address and/or email address, phone number, and how long he/she has known the applicant. e. Each letter must be in a sealed envelope with the author’s original signature written across the seal of the envelope f. Sealed letters must be enclosed with the application documents in one large envelope.

Self-addressed, stamped envelope IF applicant wants confirmation of receipt of application, include in package. Application postmarked on or before deadline: * Current A&M/Undergraduate Students - February 10, 2017 Date: * Current High School Senior/Incoming Freshman – March 3, 2017 Date:

*** INCOMPLETE, ILLEGIBLE, LATE, or EMAILED APPLICATIONS/DOCUMENTS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED*** Applications must be postmarked ON or BEFORE the dates listed above.

FORT WORTH/TARRANT COUNTY (FWTC) AGGIE MOMS’ CLUB 2017-2018 SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION FOR CURRENT TEXAS A&M/UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS ONLY

Biographical Information

Please complete all information requested in this application. Prior to the selection process, the Biographical Information page will be removed to ensure anonymity. The FW/TC Aggie Moms’ Club will hold all information provided in the application confidential. All application documents must be sent in ONE ENVELOPE, postmarked on or before Friday, February 10, 2017.

Please print or type. All responses must be legible. ***PRINT SINGLE SIDE ONLY (NO DUPLEX)***

Applicant Name ______

TAMU UIN # or Social Security Number (last 4 digits only, at time of application) ______

2017-2018 TAMU Classification: ______Senior _____ Junior _____ Sophomore

Permanent Home Address ______Street City Zip Code Email Address ______Secondary Email ______

Home Phone ______Cell Phone ______

Parent/Guardian Name(s) ______

Parent/Guardian Address (if different than applicant’s) ______

I am currently at full-time student (12 or more hours) at Texas A&M University: ____Yes ____ No If NO, will you be a Transfer Student in 2016-2017: ____Yes ____ No If No and not a Transfer Student, please explain: ______

For Transfer Students: I have accepted Texas A&M University offer of admission: ____ Yes ____ No ____ Acceptance Pending I will attend classes at the _____ College Station _____ Galveston campus.

My ___ mother ___ stepmother ___ grandmother ___ aunt ___ family friend is or has been a member of FWTC Aggie Moms Club: ____ Yes ____ No If yes, name of Club member______

I attest to the accuracy of the information provided herein. In addition, my signature acknowledges that I have read the Scholarship Requirements document. I understand that the FWTC Aggie Moms’ Club may substantiate any information provided on my application. False statements will be cause for disqualification from consideration or cancellation of the scholarship.

Applicant Signature ______Date ______

APPLICANT IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: ______FORT WORTH/TARRANT COUNTY (FWTC) AGGIE MOMS’ CLUB 2017-2018 SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION FOR CURRENT TEXAS A&M/UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS ONLY

Major / Minor Course of Study ______

Hours Completed at Texas A&M Total Transfer/Advanced Placement Hours ______

Current GPR at Texas A&M as of most recent completed semester: ______

If applicable, list college name, hours completed, and GPR for each additional college attended: ______

For Transfer Students ONLY: Hours Completed ______at ______(College/University) Current GPR ______Dates of Attendance ______If applicable, list college name, hours completed, GPR for each additional college attended: ______

Anticipated Graduation Date from Texas A&M University:

Employment History (Include employment during school years and summers while in College) Dates of Hours Employer Job Responsibilities Employment per week Freshman

Sophomore

Junior

Senior

Involvement in College/University Organizations (Please limit list to five campus-sanctioned organizations) Club/Organization Offices Held Dates of Involvement Hours per month

APPLICANT IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: ______FWTC AGGIE MOMS’ SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION

Community Organizations/Activities/Volunteer Work While in College (Provide full name description of organization) Organization Offices Held/Leadership Roles Dates of Involvement Hours per month

Awards and Honors Earned While in College Award/Honor Title Organization Bestowing Award Date (Year) Earned Explanation of Award/Honor

Number of household members attending college full-time in 2017-2018 (excluding applicant)______

List all family members with their Class Year, who have attended Texas A&M University: ______

All Parent/Guardians’ Occupations ______

If you would like the scholarship committee to consider financial need, please explain need/special circumstances: ______

Briefly describe your career plans upon receipt of your degree from Texas A&M University (100 words or less):

Which Texas A&M tradition means the most to you and explain why it is your favorite? (100 words or less)

Scholarship Essay

Texas A&M University prepares students for success in many areas, including academics, organizational skills, personal growth, leadership, responsibility, and service to society. In 250 words or less, discuss an area of your life that has been changed or improved by attending Texas A&M University.