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The American Advertising Federation-New Mexico (AAF-NM) Scholarship Fund

Albuquerque Community Foundation (ACF)

This scholarship was started to benefit deserving college junior or senior students who are planning to enter the advertising profession. Applicants must be enrolled as a full-time student in a New Mexico four-year nonprofit or public educational institution and a resident of New Mexico.

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Eligibility Requirements

  • Age/Grade Level:
    Enrolled full-time as a junior or senior in a New Mexico four-year nonprofit or public educational institution
  • Minimum GPA:
    3.0
  • Financial Need:
    Not Mentioned
  • Other Academic Requirements:
    The recipient must have at least one remaining semester/quarter to complete his/her degree from the time the scholarship is awarded for the 2016-17 school year.
  • Residence:
    Applicant must be a New Mexico resident
  • College:
    Enrolled full-time as a junior or senior in a New Mexico four-year nonprofit or public educational institution
  • Major/Career:
    Student must be in one of the following courses of study: a. Business with a marketing emphasisb. Journalism with an advertising emphasisc. Strategic communicationsd. Advertising and marketinge. Graphic design, Fine art, Photography, or Illustration while maintaining a career focus in advertising or public relations.

Application Details

  • Transcript:
    Required
  • Resume/Activity List:
    Required
  • Essay:
    A personal essay outlining your career goals and what steps you will take to position yourself for a successful career in your chosen field. Your essay should include why you have chosen this field of study and any relevant experience (e.g., internship, class projects) and activities.
  • Recommendation Letters:
    One reference letter from a current academic teacher or counselor.Optional - letter of reference from an employer on official letterhead.
  • Other Materials:
    A completed application form

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