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Jim Kocha Memorial Scholarship

Community Foundation of Central Wisconsin

This scholarship fund was established in 2010 in memory of Jim Kocha. To qualify for this scholarship, applicants must be a graduating senior from Stevens Point Area Senior High who plans to attend a 4-year College or University.

Key Information

Eligibility Requirements

  • Age/Grade Level:
    Must be graduating high school senior
  • Minimum GPA:
    3.0
  • Financial Need:
    Required
  • Other Academic Requirements:
    Demonstrate academic success
  • School:
    Must be graduating senior from Stevens Point Area Senior High
  • College:
    Must be accepted to a 4-year College or University

Application Details

  • Transcript:
    Required
  • Resume/Activity List:
    Required
  • Essay:
    In lieu of the general essay, please submit a one-page essay that demonstrates how you havebeen reliable and responsible worker in your home, school and work life. Give specificexamples how your work ethic has helped you to be regarded as a person who will besuccessful in your future career because you are not afraid of hard work; Submit a one-page, typewritten essay that explains: (Not needed if one is already required by scholarship you are applying for): 1) What are your post-secondary education goals and how do you hope to achieve them while attending college? 2) What are your long-term career plans, how do you intend to achieve them, and why did you choose the goal/plan? 3) What personal characteristics or experiences qualify you to receive a scholarship?
  • Recommendation Letters:
    Submit no more than (2) letters of reference emphasizing leadership qualities. Letters from teachers, principals, counselors, coaches, church leaders, community leaders, and/or employers will be considered.
  • Other Materials:
    Must submit ACT/SAT scores

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