Name Student ID #
DU Campus Social Security # (last 4 digits only)
Please check all that apply.
My major is: I am, or a member of my family is,
Accounting a member or employee of:
Business Related Degree Alpha Iota of Grand Rapids Sorority
Computer Information Systems Custer Office Environments
Finance Dykhouse Construction
International Business General Motors
Law Related Field Godwin Hardware & Plumbing
Management Meijer
Marketing
Medical Related Field I am an employee of:
Nursing Amical Restaurant
Sales Related Field Universal Insurance Services
Technology Related Degree
consideration will be given to earliest applicants meeting the scholarship criteria.
FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP CRITERIA
5. Send completed applications to: Davenport University, Financial Aid, 415 East Fulton, Grand Rapids, MI 49503.
STUDENT INFORMATION
*All other needed information will be included with your FAFSA application received by Davenport University.
DIRECTIONS FOR COMPLETING THIS APPLICATION:
1. Type or print clearly in ink. Completing this application does not guarantee scholarship funds.
Davenport University awards scholarships funded by private donations to the Davenport University Foundation. These scholarships are awarded based on which campus location you attend and/or special requirements established by the donors. Correct use of this application allows you to be considered for any Davenport University Foundation scholarship, provided that you meet the criteria. If you are eligible to receive a scholarship from the Davenport University Foundation, you will be notified of your award by the Financial Aid Office.
2. Read each question carefully and complete all areas of this application.
3. You must complete a FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) if you have not done so already. 4. Applications will be accepted throughout the academic year; however, scholarships are awarded on a first-come,
I attended/graduated from the following school: I am a dependent student of an employee of:
A Christian high school Lacks Enterprises
A Grand Rapids area high school (Lacks Industries or Plastic-Plate)
A Grand Rapids Public high school Perrigo
Akron Fairgrove High School Steelcase
An Ottawa County high school
A parochial school I am a resident of:
A private school Allegan County
A Protestant Christian school Caledonia
(list all years completed _______ ) Holland/Zeeland area
Caledonia High School Kent County
Coopersville High School Michigan
Creston High School (graduation year ) Newaygo County
Dearborn High School Northwest Grand Rapids
Henry Ford II High School Ohio
Holy Redeemer High School (Detroit) Plainwell
Holland Christian High School Southern Kent County
Holland High School Traverse City
Magahay Elementary School Western Grand Rapids
Saginaw Nouvel Catholic Central Western Michigan
South Christian High School (Grand Rapids) Unity Christian High School (Hudsonville) West Ottawa High School
Zeeland Christian Elementary School
I am of Polish heritage I am interested in architecture
I am a female I am enrolled in the nursing program
I am a female, single parent I am enrolled in a study abroad experience I participated in high school athletics I am a member of Alpha Beta Gamma I bank with Chemical Bank West I am a returning Davenport student I am a member of Research Federal Credit Union
I am enrolled in the Sneden Graduate Program I am a high school graduate of Michigan or Ohio I maintained a 3.0+ GPA in the last academic year
I have maintained a 3.0+ GPA in all of my accounting classes I am a non-traditional student (adult student returning to college) I am an active member of the Saginaw Spirit Hockey Organization I have never been involved in any incidents related to drinking and driving I am a graduate of the Massage Therapy diploma program
I am involved in diversity or service learning in a study abroad or local experience
I am permanently disabled, as defined by the Michigan Rehabilitation Services or a licensed physician I am available to complete a 15-20 hours/week internship at Merrill Lynch and I am a finance major I reside in the 30th senatorial district (Ottawa Co, Sparta Twp, City of Grandville) & I'm a female, single parent I am disabled (specify) ______________________________________
I am a minority (specify) _____________________________________
FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP CRITERIA (continued)
Signature Date
For Office Use Only FA received FA processed FA notification Copy to Advancement
Some scholarships require an essay as part of the
application process. Please see the essay section of
this application for scholarship requirements.
Deadline for Essay Submission is July 1
I understand and agree that if selected as a Foundation scholarship recipient, I will communicate with my donor, remain enrolled at least half-time for the academic year, attend the Foundation Scholarship Dinner (if requested to do so), maintain satisfactory status based on the Davenport University standards of progress, and have my photo taken for use in scholarship publications and the website. Withdrawal from a class may result in a decrease in my award, so I understand that I should check with Financial Aid before withdrawing. I certify that the above information is true and complete. I realize that if any of the above information is found to be false, or if I fail to meet the requirements, I forfeit all monies and claims for scholarship consideration. I understand that my completed application will not be returned to me. I understand that completion of this application does not guarantee that I will receive scholarship funds.
Reminder
ACCEPTANCE OF SCHOLARSHIP AGREEMENT
Eligible Campus: All
Eligible Campus: All
Eligible Campus: Grand Rapids
Eligible Campus: Dearborn
Eligible Campus: Gaylord, Traverse City
Eligible Campus: Bay City, Midland, Saginaw
Matthew Brian Feko Memorial Scholarship
If you demonstrates pasion and enthusiasm for your field of study, and you have no involvement in any incidence related to drinking and driving, you may be eligible for the Matthew Brian Feko Memorial Scholarship. Please attach your typed essay on the following topic, 2-3 pages in length, to your application.
Dearborn Alumni Club Endowed Scholarship
What actions would you take if you knew you had a terminal health condition?
for change in the West Michigan community? Senator Glenn D. Steil Endowed Scholarship
If you attend the Grand Rapids campus and would like to be considered for the Senator Glenn D. Steil Scholarship, please complete the following 1000 word essay on an additional sheet of paper and attach it to your application to be considered for this scholarship. Your essay must be typed.
As a young Republican, how would you develop strategies
SCHOLARSHIPS REQUIRING AN ESSAY
(Deadline for submission is July 1)
If you are pursuing an associate's or bachelor's degree, are a sophomore, and have maintained a minimum GPA of 3.0, you may be eligible for the Thomas Fisher Reed Memorial Scholarship. Please attach your typed essay on the following topic, at least one-page in length to your application.
Thomas Fisher Reed Memorial Scholarship
Make a living. Make a life. Make a contribution.SM
C.F.M.A. Scholarship
If you are a junior or senior and have maintained a 3.5+ GPA, you may be eligible to receive the C.F.M.A. Scholarship. Please attach the your typed essay on the following topic, at least one page in length to your application.
Describe your need and/or desire for receiving this scholarship.
If you have at least a 3.0 GPA, you may be eligible to receive the Dearborn Alumni Club Endowed Scholarship. Please answer the following essay question on an additional sheet of paper and attach it to your application to be considered for this scholarship. Your essay must be typed and at least 300 words.
Why should you receive this scholarship and how would it benefit you?
Describe why you selected you area of study, some challenges that you expect to face in that industry, and what you hope to contribute to your field upon graduation.
Davenport University Northern Michigan Staff Annual Scholarship
If you are a returning Davenport student, earned a minimum GPA of 3.2, and have enrolled for at least 9 credit hours, you may be eligible for the Davenport University Northern Michigan Staff Annual Scholarship. Please attach the following essay to your application. The essay must be typed, double-spaced, and 350-600 words.
Eligible Campus: Midland
Eligible Campus: Midland
References
Name of facility if you have long-term care experience:
Supervisor/Director: Telephone #:
Length of Employment: 2. Name of nursing faculty member:
Courses taken with this instructor:
Eligible Campus: Saginaw
Eligible Campus: Merrillville
If you are a Saginaw Campus nursing student, have a 3.0+ GPA, in good standing with the nursing program, and are in financial need of assistance with nursing course text books, nursing journal periodicals, or other learning materials, you may be eligible for The Besaw Family Scholarship. Students must prepare a one-page double spaced appeal letter as to why they are in need of the support applied for.
Mary Walsh Kole Memorial Nursing Scholarship
If you are a nursing major at the Midland campus, are enrolled in clinical courses (Level I or Level II), have satisfactory performance during the fall semester within the nursing sequence, have satisfactory standing in clinical rotation, and have an overall GPA of at least 2.5, you may be eligible to receive the Mary Walsh Kole Memorial Nursing Scholarship. Please attach the following essay to your application to be considered for this scholarship. Your essay must be typed and double-spaced. Remember to attach a reference letter from an extended care facility or nursing home if currently or previously employed. Note: BSN students and students on probation will not be considered.
1. Current or previous employer:
The Besaw Family Scholarship
Alfred and Eleanor Dinsmore Nursing Scholarship
If you are a nursing major at the Midland campus, are enrolled in clinical courses (Level I or Level II) in fall 2006, have satisfactory performance during the fall semester within the nursing sequence, have satisfactory standing in clinical rotation, have an overall GPA of at least 2.5, and commit to working in the Tri-City area for a period of two (2) years, you may be eligible to receive the Alfred and Eleanor Dinsmore Nursing Scholarship that requires an essay and list of references as part of the application process. Please complete the following essay on an additional sheet of paper and attach it to your application to be considered for this scholarship. Your essay must be typed and 100 words or less in length. Remember to complete your list of references below. Note: BSN students and students on probation will not be considered.
Describe your commitment to long-term or geriatric nursing as a career goal.
Describe your commitment to nursing, your career goals, and your need for this scholarship.
ABWA Indinois Chapter Scholarship
If you are a female, have a 3.0+ GPA, have earned 30+ credit hours, and have demonstrated leadership and professionalism, you may be eligible to receive the ABWA Indinois Chapter Scholarship. Please complete the following essay on an additional sheet of paper and attach it to your application to be considered for this scholarship. Your essay must be typed, double spaced, and one to two pages in length.
Describe your academic and personal achievements, the challenges you face in obtaining an education,
Eligible Campus: All
Susan Margaret Kovach Cultural Diversity Scholarship
If you are involved in diversity or service learning in a study abroad or local experience, you may be eligible to receive the Susan Margaret Kovach Cultural Diversity Scholarship. Please attach your typed essay on the following topic, no more than one-page in length to your application.
Describe how this scholarship would be used for diversity or service learning in a study abroad or local experience.
