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TOYOTA/TELACU Scholarship

TELACU Education Foundation

This scholarship is funded by TOYOTA to benefit undergraduate students pursuing studies in the field of Business or STEMScience, Technology, Engineering and Math. Students must be enrolled full-time for the entire 2017-2018 academic year at a 4-year college or university. Applicants must also Attend mandatory Sessions throughout the academic year, most will be held on Saturday mornings (Required only for students attending local area schools. Non-local students will receive information provided at Sessions via webinar).

Key Information

Eligibility Requirements

  • Age/Grade Level:
    Be a college Junior or Senior.
  • Minimum GPA:
    2.50
  • Financial Need:
    Required
  • Residence:
    California Applicants: Be a permanent resident of an underserved community within the counties of Los Angeles, Orange, or San Bernardino, such as East Los Angeles, Boyle Heights, Baldwin Park, Bell Gardens, Commerce, Huntington Park, City of Los Angeles, Montebello, Ontario, Pico Rivera, Pomona, South Gate, Santa Ana, and San Bernardino.Texas Applicants: Be a permanent resident of San Antonio, Austin, Laredo, Edinburg, or Rio Grande CityIllinois Applicants: Be a permanent resident of the Greater Chicagoland AreaNew York Applicants: Be a permanent resident of the state of New York
  • College:
    Attend a 4-year college or university.
  • Miscellaneous:
    Be a first-generation college student. Attend mandatory Sessions throughout the academic year, most will be held on Saturday mornings (Required only for students attending local area schools. Non-local students will receive information provided at Sessions via webinar).
  • Other Benefits:
    Individualized attention, such as interviewing skills preparation and coaching; they are provided with opportunities to pursue internship and employment opportunities with our corporate partners and receive guidance and support to successful transition into the professional arena.

Application Details

  • Judging Criteria:
    Award selection will be based on extracurricular activities, academic achievement, financial need and proven leadership within student, on-campus, or community organizations.
  • Transcript:
    Required
  • Resume/Activity List:
    Required
  • Essay:
    Personal Narrative (For New Applicants)In a written statement, two pages maximum, with name in the upper right hand corner of each page, 11pt. Arial font, double-spaced, and one-inch margins, please respond to each of the following: ? In no more than one paragraph (3-5 sentences), please tell us about yourself and your background. ? What are some challenges, successes, and experiences that have shaped who you are today? ? What is your intended major and career goal? What are some reasons or experiences that prompted you to pursue your intended field of study? ? Through your major and intended career goal, how will you contribute to the betterment of society and your community?? The College Success Program provides more than just financial support and is committed to ensuring your success throughout your college career. What are the areas in which the Program can be of additional support to you?
  • Recommendation Letters:
    Letters of Recommendation (Required for first-time applicants only) Each applicant must submit two letters of recommendation (letters must be academic or professional recommendations).Letters should be on organization letterhead, be a maximum of two pages each, signed, dated and address the following:? References relationship to applicant? Applicants goals? Applicants strengths and weaknesses? Length of time acquainted with applicant? Examples that elaborate on the applicants commitment to the community
  • Other Materials:
    A completed application;A copy of one of the following filed documents verifying your/your parents income: ? Student Aid Report (SAR) ? FAFSA Form (please include all pages) ? Most Recent Tax Return (must be signed).

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