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Alice Parsons Davis Memorial Scholarship

Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore

This scholarship fund was established to benefit a graduating senior from Parkside High School planning to attend accredited four-year college or university, or accredited two-year institution. Applicants must be pursuing a degree in English, Creative Writing, or Journalism or History.

Key Information

Eligibility Requirements

  • Age/Grade Level:
    Graduating senior from Parkside High School
  • Minimum GPA:
    4.0
  • Financial Need:
    Not Mentioned
  • School:
    Graduating senior from Parkside High School
  • College:
    Planning to attend an accredited four-year college or university, or accredited two-year institution.
  • Major/Career:
    Planning to pursue a degree in English, Creative Writing, or Journalism or History.
  • Extracurricular:
    Applicants must have participated in extra-curricular school or community activities.

Application Details

  • Transcript:
    Required
  • Resume/Activity List:
    Not required
  • Essay:
    Must complete a 40 minute timed essay prompt developed by either the AP English Literature of AP American History teacher. The essay will be written at a mutually agreeable date and time.
  • Recommendation Letters:
    Two letters of recommendation from non-family members (e.g. teacher, guidance counselor, employer, athletic coach, etc.)
  • Other Materials:
    A completed scholarship application available on the www.cfes.org website or the Parkside High School guidance officeLetter of acceptance from college or university

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