Peter and Theresa Nwokocha Scholarship Applications – Peter & Theresa Nwokocha Foundation

“Making A Difference in Avutu Obowo”

1. DEADLINE for scholarship applications is September 30 at 5:00 p.m
2. Refer to application process below for a list of the supporting documents needed (i.e., reference letters, evidence of GPA, etc.) Incomplete applications will not be considered.
3. If any question does not apply to you in this application please put N/A in the space.
4. Type or print legibly. Illegible applications will be rejected.
5. All applications must be submitted electronically at www.nwokocha.org effective 2022 or to Nwokochafoundation@yahoo.com.
6. If you have any questions about the application, please contact the foundation at nwokochafoundation@yahoo.com; Mr. Gabriel Emejeamara, Chairman, Scholarship Committee at 0806 918 8518 or at emejeamaragabriel@gmail.com. Or the Secretary of the Committee, Chief Benjamin Onwubuche at 0816 525 0023 or bcbenchion@gmail.com; or Executive Assistant to the board, Francis Onukwume at 07044063545.

PURPOSE The Peter and Theresa Nwokocha Scholarship Fund was established in 2015. The mission of the scholarship is to provide financial assistance to indigenes of Avutu Obowo, Nigeria enrolled for undergraduate study in colleges and universities. The Scholarship has two principal categories: a) students pursuing degrees in Medicine, Law and Engineering; and b) students pursuing degrees in all other fields. The students selected in the first category will receive N100,000 each, while the 30 students selected in the second category will receive N75,000 each. Receipt of scholarship in a given year does not guarantee a scholarship award in the following year. Each student has to apply each year and demonstrate eligibility.

SCHOLARSHIP AWARD is based on academic performance, leadership potential and participation in community programs to help other students and the needy. Scholarships are awarded and/ or renewed annually provided funds are available. In addition, the scholarship may be renewed provided the award recipient meets the conditions outlined below in Scholarship Renewal.

SCHOLARSHIP AWARDS

The Peter and Theresa Nwokocha Scholarship fund awards scholarships on the basis of a comprehensive process. Areas that are reviewed by the committee include, but are not limited to the following: Academic Accomplishments, Community Service, References, Personal Essay and Financial Need. The Scholarship Committee issues a check to qualifying students by January 1 of the scholarship year at the Aguneke Community Hall. Scholarships awarded are based upon the availability of funds and additional qualifying criteria. Selected candidates and at least one sponsor must be present to receive the award.

CRITERIA

Applicant must be an indigene of Avutu Obowo
Applicant must be a full time undergraduate student at a Nigerian college or university.
Applicants for scholarship renewal must maintain GPA of 3.0.
Applicants must complete and submit a Scholarship Application by September 30.
Scholarship renewal recipients will receive their check only after their grades from the previous academic year have been received.

TIMELINE

Both new and renewal applications are due September 30.
Applicants are notified if awarded a scholarship by December 1.

Application Process

NEW SCHOLARSHIP APPLICANTS MUST PROVIDE:

Completed application form.
Official secondary school transcript.
Two academic references from a guidance counselor, teacher or professor.
Reference letters from two community leaders.
Two passport size photographs.
For new university students, admission letter or other proof of acceptance at a University or College.

SCHOLARSHIP RENEWAL APPLICANTS MUST PROVIDE:

Scholarships may be renewed annually if recipients maintain a 3.0 average GPA.
The scholarship recipient must demonstrate need for continued financial assistance.
A personal statement describing their experience during their academic year and what they have learned that will help them move forward in life.
Evidence of participation in the Nwokocha Scholar Extramural Class Program;
Completed application form.
Students must provide a transcript for consideration. Students may provide a transcript printed from an online college record through the prior semester or an official transcript. Awards will be made provisionally pending receipt of final grades from spring semester of that year.
Renewal applications are due by September 30.

SCHOLARSHIP AWARDS

Award notification will be given by December 1.

Deadline for the application is September 30. Applications received after this date may not be considered.

Please Submit application:

Application must be filled out by applicant.

Please check one of the following:
New Scholarship applicantScholarship Renewal

Category (a)Category (b)

1. Name

Last Name:

First Name:

2 Mailing Address:

Street:

City:

State:

Village of Origin in Avutu,Obowo

3. Daytime Telephone Number:

Email address:

4. Current Secondary School:

Number of years attended Secondary School:

5. I will be attending the following university in the next academic school year:

Address/ Phone:

6* What year will you be in the next academic session?
1st Year2nd Year3rd Year4th Year

7. Will you be a full time student?

8. Will you live on campus?

If you are not living on campus, where will you be living?

9. Grade Point Average (GPA)(On a 4.0 scale):

Attach proof of GPA; your most recent official school transcript required.

10. SS3 or WACE score

Name & address of parent(s) or legal guardian(s):

Mother

Street:

City:

State:

Telephone Number of parents or legal guardians:

Name & address of parent(s) or legal guardian(s):

Father

Street:

City:

State:

Telephone Number of parents or legal guardians:

List the name of any post secondary institution you have attended.		Year Began	Year Ended	Year Graduated	Type of Degree Received
A.
B.
C.

What degree program do you plan to pursue as you continue your education?

15. List other financial assistance you will receive per semester or quarter:
A.	Personal:	Amount: N
B.	Other Scholarship(s):	Amount: N
C.	Grants:	Amount: N
C.	Student Loan(s):	Amount: N
D.	Other Financial Resources:	Amount: N
	including relatives:

16. SCHOOL EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES: Please list school extra-curricular activities in which you have participated. Note leadership roles and dates.

17. AREA OF STUDY: What do you want to study and why?

18. ORGANIZATIONS: Please list community organizations such as service, volunteer and religious organizations in which you are now active or have previously been active. Note leadership roles and dates.

19. RECOGNITIONS: Please list important awards and recognitions received. Note organizations presenting honor and date.

20. GOALS: What are the short and long term goals for your life?

21. NEED: Please explain your need for the Peter and Theresa Nwokocha Scholarship

22. CAREER PLANS: What are your career plans and what would you like to be doing in 10 years?

23 A. The following items must be attached to this application in order for the application to qualify to be reviewed by the scholarship committee.
B. Your application will be rejected if these items are not attached to this application. (No exceptions.)
C. Select YES or NO to be sure you have attached each item as required.

Two reference letters. Your references will addressed to the Peter and Theresa Nwokocha Scholarship Committee
YesNo

Proof of university acceptance or current student enrollment. A letter of university acceptance or program acceptance is required for receipt of funds.
YesNo

Passport photographs
YesNo

Most recent official secondary school or official university transcript.
YesNo

STATEMENT OF ACCURACY

I hereby affirm that all the above stated information submitted by me to the Peter and Theresa Nwokocha Scholarship Committee is true, correct and without forgery. I also consent that my picture may be taken and used for any purpose deemed necessary to promote the Making a Difference in Avutu Scholarship Program.

I hereby understand that if chosen as a scholarship winner, according to Peter and Theresa Nwokocha scholarship policy, I must provide evidence of enrollment/registration at the post-secondary institution of my choice before scholarship funds can be awarded.

Applicant:

Date:

Witness:

Date:

The deadline for this application to be received by Peter and Theresa Nwokocha Scholarship Committee is
September 30, 5:00 p.m.