George A. Zeiss Memorial Scholarship Application
2009-2010 Academic Year 

Application packets will be posted here as soon as they are available

 FAQs – Frequently Asked Questions about our scholarship programs
 
*  Will you let me know if I have missed something or left something out of my application?  NO.  You are responsible for a complete and accurate application.  Omissions of vital portions will disqualify you.  If answers to questions are incomplete it may reduce your score.

*  Will I hear whether I am chosen to receive a scholarship or not?  Yes.  All applicants are notified of their final standing.

*  How much is your scholarship worth?  The George A. Zeiss Memorial Scholarships are worth $1,000.

*  How are winners selected?  The members of the Board of Trustees review and score all applications.  There are seven Trustees involved in the scoring process.  The ratings are weighted in the following order for the Zeiss
Scholarships: financial need, scholastic achievement, leadership and community involvement, and employment.  

*  Can I apply only one time?  No, you may apply each year you are eligible as an undergraduate student.  Applications must be requested each year.  They are not automatically mailed to previous applicants.

* What happens to funds awarded in excess of my tuition cost?  Once the academic year is completed, all scholarship funds not expended are returned to the Foundation.
 
 
 To be considered for a scholarship grant this application and necessary enclosures must be returned to the Foundation postmarked no later than the specified date.  Failure to do so will result in rejection of your application.  Faxed submissions are not acceptable.  Applicants will not receive notification of missing or incomplete information.  It is incumbent upon the applicant to ensure all requirements are completed.  Use the checklist provided on the last page of the application to facilitate the completion of the package.  All students will receive notification of their status after the Trustees complete their review by the end of May.