ARIZONA VETERANS PROGRAM ASSOCIATION (AVPA)
AVPA was formed over 20 years ago. Its members work in conjunction with the Department of Veterans Affairs to assist VA-sponsored students in receiving their benefits. AVPA members are dedicated to promoting opportunities for our veteran students to access higher education, achieve their educational and career goals, and pursue their individual and civic growth.
Three scholarships of $500 will be given each year. Veterans with prior military active duty service may apply. Guard and Reserve Members may apply. Return application and all documentation by June 30, 2007. Selected recipients will be notified by July 30, 2007.
SCHOLARSHIP CRITERIA:
- Prior Active-Duty Veteran with an honorable discharge (Chap. 30 and 1607 benefits)
- Arizona Guard or Reserve Member (Current Orders Chap. 1606)
- Full-time, undergraduate student
- Arizona resident
- 2.5 GPA
- Must be seeking a degree or certificate
- Must attend a school approved for veterans’ benefits the next available enrollment period.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION:
- Member-4 copy of DD form 214 (Military Discharge Document)
- Reserve and Guard: DD form 2384 (Notice of basic Eligibility or present Orders)
- All academic transcripts
- Two letters of recommendation (Personal references acceptable but no family members.)
Mail application and all documentation to:
Alice Boothby
Veteran Services
Scottsdale Community College
9000 E Chaparral Rd
Scottsdale AZ 85256-2626
Phone: 423-6515
Fax: (480) 423-6077
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