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# The intent of this award is to enable students to attend the college of their choice without accumulating burdensome debt.
# In most cases, the Phillips Scholarship award ranges from $3,000 to $10,000 yearly.
# The award is renewable for up to four undergraduate years provided a GPA on a 4.0 scale of 2.5 is maintained and financial need does not change substantially.
# All grants must be applied to tuition and fees only and will be paid directly to the institution.
# High school seniors entering college and returning college students attending accredited U.S. colleges or universities are eligible to apply for the scholarship.
# Awards may only be used for undergraduate study.
# Awards will only be granted to applicants who are permanent residents of a New England or Mid-Atlantic state: CT, DC, DE, MA, MD, ME, NH, NJ, NY, PA, RI, VA, VT, WV.
Academic Excellence and Aptitude for Studies
Applicants should:
o Have a GPA 3.0 or higher (on a 4.0 scale)
o Be enrolled in a demanding course of study
o Demonstrate skilled writing ability
o Rank in the top 20% of the graduating class (High School)
Citizenship, Character and Serious-Mindedness
Applicants should:
o Demonstrate a desire to make a meaningful contribution to society both present and future
o Be involved in a balance of community, school and work activities
o Pursue goals and aspirations with integrity, resolution, self-discipline and judgement
Financial Need
Qualifying applicants will have one or more of the following:
o Substantial unmet need
o Heavy student loan burden
o Special financial circumstances
o Low EFC (Expected Family Contribution) from the FAFSA Student Aid Report