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Purnell D. White Memorial Scholarship

Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore

This scholarship was established to benefit graduates of the public or private high schools in Wicomico, Worcester or Somerset County. Applicants must be accepted for full-time enrollment at an accredited two- or four-year institution pursuing a degree in agriculture or a closely-related field. Financial need is taken into consideration.

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Eligibility Requirements

  • Age/Grade Level:
    Applicants must be graduates of the public or private high schools in Wicomico, Worcester or Somerset County, Maryland
  • Minimum GPA:
    3.25
  • Financial Need:
    Required
  • Residence:
    Students who are residents of Wicomico County but who are attending Delmar High School are eligible
  • School:
    Applicants must be graduates of the public or private high schools in Wicomico, Worcester or Somerset County, Maryland
  • College:
    Accepted for full-time enrollment at an accredited two- or four-year institution.
  • Major/Career:
    Applicants must plan to pursue a degree in agriculture or a closely-related field.

Application Details

  • Transcript:
    Required
  • Resume/Activity List:
    Not required
  • Essay:
    An essay of 250 words or fewer describing your past experience and future goals pertaining to agriculture or a closely-related field
  • Recommendation Letters:
    Two letters of recommendation: one from a science teacher, one from a character reference of your choice
  • Other Materials:
    Completed Scholarship ApplicationLetter of acceptance from college or university

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