Extended Learning Institute (ELI) Student Life Scholarship

 

If you have been regularly involved with ELI events and our Virtual Student Union, consider applying for the Scholarship Opportunity referenced below.  If you have questions about how to get involved, visit our ELife Virtual Student Union today!

Northern Virginia Community College

Educational Foundation, Inc.

 2013-2014 Scholarship Announcement

The Northern Virginia Community College Educational Foundation and the Student Financial Aid Office are pleased to announce the availability of The Extended Learning Institute (ELI) Student Life Scholarship for the 2013-2014 academic year. 

Name of Scholarship:  The Extended Learning Institute (ELI) Student Life Scholarship              

Eligibility Criteria:

1. Student must be program placed in an degree program or certificate program at NOVA
2. Student must have successfully completed and/or be currently enrolled in a total of (2) or more Extended Learning Institute courses within the current calendar year.
3. A letter of recommendation from an ELI Success Coach, Counselor or Student Life Coordinator must be mailed to the Financial Aid Office (instructions below) outlining participation in ELI Student Life activities.*

* Participation in Student Life activities sponsored by the Extended Learning Institute include:  Submitting posts to the ELI student blog, participating in an online club, the ELI common reader program, or the Virtual Student Union Forums, or participation activities organized and sponsored by the ELI Student Life Coordinator.

Number of Awards Offered:  1    Value of Each Award:  $500

Use of Award:  The scholarship may be used only for tuition, books and supplies at NVCC as stated in NVCC Educational Foundation Scholarship Policy.

How to Apply: You must complete the on-line scholarship application available from the College website at:    http://www.nvcc.edu/future-students/paying-for-college/financial-assistance/scholarships/index.html. Paper applications will no longer be accepted.

Any required document such as proof of citizenship, letters of recommendation, etc. must be postmarked by the scholarship deadline. These documents must be mailed to FA office at: (College Financial Aid Office, CFAO Office Center, Annandale, VA 22003-3797) in a sealed envelope. The student’s name and scholarship name must be on the documents.

Recipient Selection Process:  Selection made by Student Financial Aid Committee.

Deadline for Application:  Completed Scholarship Application and any other eligibility materials must be received by the College Financial Aid Office by October 11, 2013.

Notification of Awards:  Recipients will be notified by mail of the outcome of the scholarship application process by January 2014.

For additional information on scholarship opportunities, visit the College Financial Aid website at www.nvcc.edu/finance.