The Optimist Club of New Ulm
Post-Secondary Scholarship
Optimist Club of New Ulm Scholarship Application
The Optimist Club of New Ulm Post-Secondary Scholarship is awarded annually to a qualified
candidate. The club started the scholarship fund in 2014 realizing post-secondary education is
expensive and it supports of our mission to bring out the best in kids by helping offset these expenses.
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Applications are open to any students who graduated from District 88 (NUHS, NUACS, MVL)
or GFW schools.
Student(s) must be between the ages of 18 and 25 and enrolled full-time (minimum of 12
credits).
Applicant is required to have a cumulative grade point average of at least 2.6.
Student must be pursuing a secondary education through an accredited educational institute
Proof of acceptance and / or registration is required before the actual scholarship is awarded.
ALL APPLICATIONS MUST BE RECEIVED (address shown below) NO LATER THAN APRIL 15th to be
considered for review in the upcoming school year.
The Scholarship award will be made payable directly to the recipient of the award after proof of
successful completion of the semester, updated graded transcript and GPA is received in the club
office. All scholarships expire 12 months after initial date awarded. Quantity and value of
scholarships may vary depending on the clubs available funds.
The Optimist Club of New Ulm is an equal opportunity program and will not discriminate.
Applicants will be notified of the award on or before the first month of the school semester.
This application MUST be received by April 15th.
Mail to club office:
Optimist Club of New Ulm
Attn: Post-Secondary Scholarship Committee
PO Box 301
New Ulm, MN 56073-0301
Application # __________________
(office use only)
Enclose application, essay, 2 letters of reference, school registration
OPTIMIST CLUB OF NEW ULM
Post-Secondary Schooling Scholarship Application
Please print clearly in black ink or type your answers. If additional space is required, attach a
separate piece of paper.
Application # __________________
(office use only)
Name:
(Last)
(First)
(Middle)
Address:
(City)
Telephone # (
(State)
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(Zip)
email: ___________________________________
Date of birth: _____/______/______
Year High School Graduation:
High School Attended:
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, City:_______________________
Post secondary school attending: ____________________________________________
Address: ________________________________________________________________
(Circle One): Part Time / Full Time Number of credits enrolled per semester _____
Post-Secondary cumulative GPA: __________
Degree Plan /Course of Study/Major/minor: _________________________________________
Post secondary year - freshman: _______; Sophomore: ________ Junior:______ Senior:_______
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By marking this box, I authorize the Optimist Club of New Ulm to publish my name and/or photo
if awarded a scholarship.
By marking this box, I attest I am a citizen in good standing; I have not been accused of any felony
nor subject to any fines.
By marking this box, I attest all of the information provided on this application is true and
complete to the best of my knowledge.
Signatures:
Date:
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Application # __________________
(office use only)
ESSAY QUESTIONS
Please print clearly in black ink or type your answers. If additional space is required, attach a
separate piece of paper.
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Why did you choose this course of study?
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What are your goals for the future?
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Why do you feel you deserve this scholarship?
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How have you been involved in the community, service club or another non-profit
organization?
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Explain your knowledge of the Optimist Club.
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Application # __________________
(office use only)
LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION
Letter #1
Two letters of recommendation are to be written by an adult (not a relative) of the candidate's
choice, such as a teacher, employer, clergyman, etc.
An award is made annually from the Optimist Club of New Ulm in furthering the education in
college or a vocational institution. The candidate is required to have at least a 2.6 grade point
average. The award is to be applied to the recipient's educational expenses at a certified postsecondary educational institution.
Please write a letter of recommendation for the candidate identified below which comments the
candidate on his or her character, personality, ambition to succeed and why this award would be
significant to the student. You may use the space below and attach additional pages if necessary.
After completion of your recommendation letter, please place in a sealed envelope along with this
request letter to be mailed directly to the New Ulm Optimist Club office at
Optimist Club of New Ulm
Attn: Post-Secondary Scholarship Committee
PO Box 301
New Ulm, MN 56073-0301
Candidate's Name
Recommendation Written by:
Relationship to Candidate:
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Application # __________________
(office use only)
LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION
Letter #2
Two letters of recommendation are to be written by an adult (not a relative) of the candidate's
choice, such as a teacher, employer, clergyman, etc.
An award is made annually from the Optimist Club of New Ulm in furthering the education in
college or a vocational institution. The candidate is required to have at least a 2.6 grade point
average. The award is to be applied to the recipient's educational expenses at a certified postsecondary educational institution.
Please write a letter of recommendation for the candidate identified below which comments the
candidate on his or her character, personality, ambition to succeed and why this award would be
significant to the student. You may use the space below and attach additional pages if necessary.
After completion of your recommendation letter, please place in a sealed envelope along with this
request letter to be mailed directly to the New Ulm Optimist Club office at
Optimist Club of New Ulm
Attn: Post-Secondary Scholarship Committee
PO Box 301
New Ulm, MN 56073-0301
Candidate's Name
Recommendation Written by:
Relationship to Candidate:
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Application # __________________
(office use only)
At this time are you aware of any other scholarships that you will be receiving such as a sports
scholarship, grants, scholarships etc.
If so, please name the scholarship, type and value:
Tuition fees per semester $
Have you previously applied for the Optimist Club of New Ulm Scholarship?
If so, when?
Have you previously been awarded the Optimist Club of New Ulm Scholarship?
when?
If so,
Briefly describe yourself (likes and dislikes), family and accomplishments. (Honors, church,
work, school, sports, hobbies, memberships in community service groups, etc.)
Parent/Guardian name(s): _____________________________________________
Parent/Guardian contact information:
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