Future Scientist Scholarship

Future Scientist Scholarship

The Darwin Larson Memorial Fund awards up to two $1,000 scholarships to Detroit Public Schools high school graduating seniors who have been accepted at an accredited two- or four-year college or university and plan to pursue a bachelor’s degree in physical or biological science. 

Eligibility:

·         Be a Detroit Public Schools graduating high school senior;

·         Plan to attend an accredited two- or four–year institution within the United States;

·         Plan to pursue an undergraduate degree in physical or biological science;

·         Demonstrate community involvement;

·         Present evidence of financial need;

·         Be a United States citizen;

·         Have an overall minimum grade point average of 3.0 and a 3.2 grade point average in science classes; and

Application Components:

·         Submit two personal letters of recommendation: one from a science teacher and one from a mentor such as a teacher, counselor, coach, or community leader;

·         Personal statement, not to exceed two (2) pages, addressing

§  Future career aspirations;

§  Community activities; and

§  Economic need

·         High school transcript

How to apply:

Submit all application materials to:

Office of Guidance and Counseling

Attn: Science Scholars Scholarship Fund

3011 W. Grand Blvd., 9^th Floor Fisher Building

Detroit, MI 48202

Application Deadline:

Monday, April 1, 2013

Additional Questions and Assistance:

Contact your guidance counselor

Questions about this posting, please contact

Angela Hoston-Montgomery

angela.hoston@detroit12.org