Western Colorado Community Foundation


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Application Instructions

Read these instructions carefully and thoroughly

1. Application Form - Click here to open application in PDF format.

Application must be complete to be considered. Attach additional pages if necessary.

2. Letters of Reference

Provide two letters of reference only.

One letter from a teacher or academic advisor.
One letter from a work or volunteer supervisor, a leader, or personal acquaintance.

Letters from teachers, advisors and employers must be on school or company letterhead. All letters must be signed and dated. Photocopies are acceptable. Letters may be sealed in their own envelopes.

3. Transcripts of Grades

All applications must include an official high school transcript. If you have taken college courses, an official college transcript must also be included for all work included. Photocopies and copies from the Internet are NOT acceptable. Please note that current work completed is what needs to be included. It is understood that the current semester in which you are applying will not be included.

4. Signed and Dated Personal Statement (ESSAY)

Include a typed statement of at least 2-3 pages, double-spaced. In the statement, you should:

Describe why you want to go to college and three personal attributes you think will help you succeed in college.
Describe your long-range goals and how furthering your education will assist you in reaching those goals.
Comment on an accomplishment of which you are proud or activities in which you have been involved.
Reflect upon any challenges you have faced and how you responded to them.
Reflect on how you plan to give back to others and to your community after you have completed your education. You may also describe your current endeavors of giving to others and the community.
PLEASE include any other information required for the scholarship for which you are applying (community service work, residency, degree that you plan to pursue, etc.)

5. Financial Need

Evidence of family and/or personal income must be submitted with the application packet.

Enclose the first two pages of your parents' or guardians' most recent IRS Form 1040 (as well as your own if you have filed a 1040).

6. Copies

You must submit one complete copy of all required materials for each scholarship for which you are applying. (It is recommended that you keep a copy of the completed application for your files.

7. Interview

Applicants may be interviewed.

8. Additional Requirements

Refer to each scholarship description for additional required materials.