FLACL General Scholarships

Funder: Friends of Los Alamos County Libraries (FLACL) in partnership with Los Alamos Public Schools Foundation

Geographic Scope: Los Alamos County, New Mexico

Total Program: FLACL awards up to five total scholarships annually (one June and Harry Ettinger Memorial Scholarship at $3,500 and up to four general scholarships at $2,500 each)

Purpose: To support college/university-bound high school seniors who love books and demonstrate understanding of how literature enhances life and understanding

Eligibility

• High school seniors from Los Alamos High School or county-approved homeschool programs
• College/university-bound students

Application Requirements

• Submit a 500-word (1-2 page) personal narrative
• Narrative should explain how a book you have read has added to your understanding of the human condition or has enhanced your life
• Application deadline typically in March of the student's graduating year

Contact Information

• Address: 2400 Central Ave, Los Alamos, NM 87544
• Phone: (505) 662-2188
• Additional Details: Available from the College and Careers Office at Los Alamos High School

How to Apply

1. Write a 500-word (1-2 page) personal narrative that explains how a book you have read has added to your understanding of the human condition or has enhanced your life
2. Contact the College and Careers Office at Los Alamos High School for important submission details and requirements
3. Submit application by the March deadline (typically in March of the student's graduating year)

Required Materials:

• Personal narrative (500 words, 1-2 pages)
• Application form (available from College and Careers Office)

Note: The application is described as "easy and fun."