Tidewater Virginia Section Scholarship

Applicant must have a 2.4 overall grade point average in high school and for those who have already completed some college courses

2.10

Required

1. Applicant must hold a high school diploma.2. Applicants should be enrolled in a full-time program. However, part-time students are encouraged to apply if they are also working a job or have other circumstances which prevent them from enrolling in a full-time curriculum.3. Applicant must be attending, at a minimum, a two-year course of study that will result in at least an associate's degree.

Priority will be given to:a. Applicants who reside in the Boundaries of the AWS Tidewater Virginia Section. (See AWS Website for map showing the Section boundaries.)b. Applicants from the State of Virginia.

Applicants must be a citizen of the United States.

Priority will be given to applicants attending LeTourneau University.

Majoring in Welding and Materials Joining Engineering or Welding and Materials Joining Engineering Technology.

. Applicant has a documented work history that includes hands-on welding experience verified by an employer.b. Applicant has successfully completed a high school welding curriculum.c. Applicant is from an underrepresented group in the welding industry.d. Applicant is pursuing a degree from an ABET accredited program.

Required

Not required

The applicant's Personal Statement should address the items listed below: (Please note this statement will be reviewed for English grammar, writing ability, spelling, punctuation and ability to communicate complete thoughts.)a. Career objectivesb. Ability and desire to attack and solve problemsc. Demonstrated timeliness and completion of assignmentsd. Demonstrated responsibility and ownership of their educational curriculum/courses/activitiese. Ability to work well with othersf. General background information that validates the need for this financial award.g. Organizational skills (ability to handle multiple tasks, time management)h. Participation in class, campus, and outside organizationsi. Participation in AWS Student and or Section activities

Two letters of recommendation: These letters should document your leadership attributes, ability to set and reach goals, personal drive/ambition and highlight those listed in paragraph 3 below.

A completed applicationStatement of Unmet Financial Need: The statement must be completed by an accredited academic institution even if no FAFSA was filed.Verification of enrollment completed by college or universityLetter of Intent "Why I Want to Pursue a Career in Welding Engineering, Materials Joining Engineering, Welding Engineering Technology or Materials Joining Engineering Technology." This letter should explain how they will apply their welding education and what influenced them to pursue further education in welding/materials joining. All essays should be 300-500 words in length, typewritten, and double-spaced.