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NACCED Annual John C. Murphy Scholarship Grant Award Program

American Planning Association

The NACCED Annual John C. Murphy Scholarship Grant Award Program is awarded to undergraduate or graduate student currently attending college or university in the United States. Applicants must be member of National Association for County Community and Economic Development

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Eligibility Requirements

  • Age/Grade Level:
    An undergraduate or graduate student currently attending an American college or university
  • Financial Need:
    Required
  • College:
    Currently attending an American college or university
  • Major/Career:
    With a chosen field of study that includes course work in the areas of affordable housing and/or community and economic development
  • Organization:
    All applicants must be nominated by a member in good standing of NACCED

Application Details

  • Transcript:
    Required
  • Resume/Activity List:
    Not required
  • Essay:
    Personal statement of approximately 500 words, typed, to introduce the candidate and his/her academic plans, identification of course work completed in the field of affordable housing and/or community and economic development, extracurricular activities, community service, and other achievements or awards
  • Recommendation Letters:
    One letter of recommendation teachers, faculty members, or civic leaders
  • Other Materials:
    Collegiate letter of acceptance stating date of enrollmentSupport letter from a NACCED member in good standing

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