Scholarship Program
Scholarship Applicants fill out and gather all required documents for the application.
Listed below are the documents required for a complete application. Please review this material carefully. If you have any questions, please contact the Service Office at pswrc@nahro.org or call 940-521-9982.
This includes:
To be considered, all sections of the application must be completed. If a section is not applicable write N/A (not applicable) in the section; do not leave any sections blank. Any application that has blank sections, or that is missing appropriate submittals or signatures will be disqualified.
A letter of character recommendation: Please attach a letter of recommendation from a non-relative. Letters of recommendation will be accepted from a representative from the local housing authority or community organization, an employer, or a school professional such as a teacher, principal, or guidance counselor. Recommendations from family members will NOT be considered. All recommendations should include the writer's name; relationship to the applicant; and the length of time the writer has known the applicant.
A transcript from high school and/or the academic institution the applicant is currently attending. A digital copy or scanned in hard copy are both acceptable.
Attach summary of activities (i.e., resume) outlining past and current employment, internships, honors, awards, sports, clubs, and/or other recent school or community engagement.
An essay (750-1,000 words) written by the applicant. Essay prompt: Please tell us about yourself and how this scholarship will help you achieve his/her goal of attending and graduating from college.
A clear, high-resolution headshot photo of the applicant.