The DE-DC-MD Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators has established a scholarship fund that will award a minimum of three $1,000 scholarships to students who attend an eligible institution within each geographic area. An eligible institution is defined as an institution with at least one member with an active membership with the DE-DC-MD ASFAA during 2008-2009.

Student Eligibility and Application Process:

Students must meet the following criteria to be considered for this scholarship:

Application Guidelines:

Essay: Submit a brief essay, not more than one typed page in length, explaining why you feel you would be a good candidate for this scholarship. Include your educational and career goals, jobs held while in college, volunteer or community service performed, and any special circumstances that the Scholarship Committee should be aware of in making a selection.

Letter of Recommendation: Submit one letter of recommendation from an academic counselor or professor with your application.

Certification Process: The Financial Aid Director at your school can certify only one (1) eligible candidate and must submit the completed scholarship application by March 1, 2008 to Vicki Smith, Awards and Scholarships Committee, Student Financial Aid Office, Allegany College of Maryland, 12401 Willowbrook Road SE, Cumberland, MD., 21502; or by fax to 301-784-5010.

Applicants will be notified of their status before May 1, 2008. Scholarship checks will be made co-payable to the student recipient and the institution and will be issued in August prior to the start of the fall 2008 semester.

** Application Deadline: March 1, 2008 **

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