The DE-DC-MD Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators (www.dedcmdasfaa.org) has established a scholarship fund that will award a minimum of three $1,000 scholarships to students who attend an eligible institution within each geographic area. 

Student Eligibility and Application Process:
 
Students must meet the following criteria to be considered for this scholarship:
1. Attend an eligible DE-DC-MD institution during the July 1, 2019 – June 30, 2020 academic year.  An eligible institution is defined as an institution with at least one member with an active membership with the DE-DC-MD ASFAA during 2018-2019.
2. Demonstrate financial need as defined by the FAFSA and the institution.
3. Possess the following GPA and standing –

Undergraduates:
    * A cumulative GPA of at least 2.5 or the equivalent.
·       At least a second year standing (as defined by your institution) prior to the start of the 2019-2020 academic year or,
·       Completion of one-half of a one year course of study in a private career school.
    

Graduates/Professionals:
·       A cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 or the equivalent.
·       Completion of at least one year of your program of study.
4.   Enroll as a full time student as defined by your institution.
5. Submit the completed application and all required documents (essay and letter of recommendation) to your Financial Aid Office.  Your Financial Aid Director MUST certify your application eligibility to complete the application process.
 
Application Guidelines:
 
Essay: submit a brief essay, no more than one typed page in length, explaining why you feel you would be a good candidate for this scholarship.  Include your educational and career goals, jobs held while in college, volunteer or community service performed, and any special circumstances that the Scholarship Committee should be aware of in making a selection.
 
Letter of Recommendation: Submit one letter of recommendation from an academic counselor or professor with your application.

Applications must be submitted no later than April 1, 2019 to the UMBC Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships for nomination consideration. 

All selected nominees will be forwarded to the DEDCMD ASFAA Committee for further consideration.