OAPSE/AFSCME Memorial Scholarship

Geographic Scope: Ohio (all 10 OAPSE Districts)

Program Overview:
The OAPSE/AFSCME Memorial Scholarship Program provides financial assistance to eligible children of OAPSE members pursuing higher education. At least one scholarship of $2,500 is awarded to a scholarship applicant in each of the ten (10) OAPSE/AFSCME Districts in the state.

Eligibility Requirements

• Applicant: Must be a graduating high school senior
• Parent/Guardian: Parent or legal guardian must be a member in good standing of the Ohio Association of Public School Employees (OAPSE/AFSCME Local 4/AFL-CIO) for one year (or signed up at first opportunity after hire)
• Enrollment: Must intend to enroll in a full-time degree program
• School Type: Any two (2) or four (4) year accredited university, college, business or technical school
• Field of Study: Scholarships may be used for any field of study

Application Deadline

March 1 each year - All information and supportive documentation must be received by this date

Funding Source

The OAPSE/AFSCME Memorial Scholarship Foundation, Inc. administers the awards. Donations to this fund are tax-deductible on individual annual income tax filings. Donations are encouraged from union Locals, Districts, businesses and corporate sponsors.

Application Process

1. Access Application: Log into the MyOAPSE section of the website
2. Navigate to Scholarships: Click on "My Benefits" and then "Scholarships"
3. Download Application: Download the current year's application form
4. Verify Membership: You will need to verify your parent/guardian's OAPSE/AFSCME membership
5. Submit: Return completed application and all supportive documentation to the state office

Required Materials

• Completed application form
• Documentation verifying parent/guardian's OAPSE/AFSCME membership status
• All requested supportive documentation (specific documents not detailed in source material)

Deadline

All materials must be received by March 1 each year