TAEF – Julie Bender Women’s Athletic Scholarship
The TAEF - Julie Bender Women's Athletic Scholarship supports female graduating seniors from Thornapple Kellogg Schools who excel in sports.
The sport does not need to be school-sponsored. Applicants may attend an accredited college, university, vocational school, or technical school.
Use the online scholarship application portal to submit a common application. Your application enters you into the process for consideration for scholarships provided for a wide variety of backgrounds, experiences, GPAs, and areas of study.
Eligibility Summary
- Eligible students: Female Thornapple Kellogg graduating seniors
- Education path: College, university, vocational school, or technical school
- Athletics requirement: Must excel in sports
- School-sponsored sport required: No
- Recommendation: Teacher recommendation required
- Essay: Evaluated during selection
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can apply for the Julie Bender Women's Athletic Scholarship?
Eligible applicants are female graduating seniors from Thornapple Kellogg Schools who excel in sports and have been accepted to a qualifying school or program.
Does the sport need to be school-sponsored?
No. Students may qualify through sports that are not school-sponsored, such as gymnastics or rowing.
Is a teacher recommendation required?
Yes. Applicants must submit a letter of recommendation from a teacher.
What education programs qualify?
Students may attend an accredited college, university, vocational school, or technical school.
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