Go to School in the 501? New Scholarship Available

The Conway Business and Professional Women (CBPW) organization is taking applications for the new 501 LIFE Scholarship. The scholarship will be for $501 and can be used for books, tuition, etc. Preference will be given to non-traditional, female students, 25 years or older, attending a college in the 501 area code.

Deadline: September 15, 2010
Requirements include: Completed application, three recommendations, and a 2.5 GPA, plus a typed essay outlining your educational/professional goals and community service activities.
Recipient must read their essay at the Conway BPW meeting in September.
To pick up an application or for more information, please see Stacy Stracner in the UACCM Financial Aid Office.
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