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Louise Smith Scholarship Fund

Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore

This scholarship fund was created to benefit students who are graduates of a public high school in Wicomico County and accepted at an accredited college or university as a full-time student. Applicants must be a member of a Methodist Church in Wicomico County and must be non-recipients of the Ellegood Award and PaulHyde Scholarship at Asbury Methodist Church.

Key Information

Eligibility Requirements

  • Age/Grade Level:
    Applicants must be graduates of a public high school in Wicomico County
  • Minimum GPA:
    3.75
  • Financial Need:
    Required
  • School:
    Applicants must be graduates of a public high school in Wicomico County
  • College:
    Accepted for full-time enrollment at an accredited college or university.
  • Religion:
    Applicants must be a member of a Methodist Church in Wicomico County.
  • Extracurricular:
    Applicants must demonstrate a commitment in Church activities. Applicants must demonstrate leadership in community service.
  • Miscellaneous:
    Applicants must be non-recipients of the Ellegood Award and Paul Hyde Scholarship at Asbury Methodist Church.

Application Details

  • Transcript:
    Required
  • Resume/Activity List:
    Not required
  • Essay:
    One page essay to answer the following question: What is my primary goal in life and why am I seeking this scholarship?Written statement describing your financial need
  • Recommendation Letters:
    Three adult recommendations, two from teachers or administrators and one from a Sunday school teacher
  • Other Materials:
    A completed scholarship applicationLetter of acceptance from college or university

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