United Way of Siouxland’s Women’s Power Lunch and Women Aware are currently offering scholarship awards for Siouxland single parents.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school diploma or GED
- Single head of household (where children age 18 or younger reside)
- Siouxland resident for at least two years
- Working part time or full time is highly encouraged
- Taking or intending to take a minimum of six college credit hours per semester at one of the following college partners:
- Briar Cliff University
- Morningside College
- Northeast Community College - South Sioux City, NE College Center Location ONLY
- St Luke's College
- Wayne State College - South Sioux City, NE College Center Location ONLY
- Western Iowa Tech Community College
PURPOSE:
To assist single parents to further their education and improve their life and the lives of their children.
SELECTION CRITERIA:
The criteria for selection award are:
- Financial Need
- Scholastic Merit
- Community Service and/or Work
- Educational Objectives
- Hardships or special circumstances may warrant additional consideration.
SELECTION PROCESS:
An independent selection committee makes the determination of successful applicants for a scholarship. Applications are reviewed and graded by the selection committee and finalists are determined. The finalists then must appear for a personal interview. Additional information to better determine the qualifications, capabilities, or financial need of any applicant may be requested.
SCHOLARSHIP AWARD:
Awards typically range from $1,000 - $5,000. Estimated number of Scholarships Available: Ten
REQUIRED UPLOADS:
Throughout the application process you will need to upload either a digital copy or clear digital photo of the following:
- Proof of Single Parent Status
- Proof of Residency (Siouxland resident for the last two years)
- Proof of High School Graduation
- High School Transcripts
- Post Secondary Education Transcripts (if applicable)
- Three Letters of Reference
If you do not have the ability to upload documents to application, you may complete the application on-line and provide copies of documents to Women Aware.
FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions:
Question: How are scholarships distributed?
Answer: Single Parent Scholarships are for one school year. Women Aware®makes payments, twice a year, typically in two payments (one on August 31 and one on January 31). Payments are made directly to the school.
Question: If I received a single parent scholarship last year; am I eligible to apply this year?
Answer: Yes.
Question: What is considered the “Siouxland Area”?
Answer: The Siouxland Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA) includes Woodbury County, IA, Dakota County, NE, Dixon County, NE, Plymouth County, IA, and Union County, SD.
If you have any questions regarding the application please contact Women Aware at (712)-258-4174
The 2018 single parent scholarship application process is closed. 2019 applications will open in February 2019.