Teresa Del Piero Memorial Scholarships
Funding Amount
$1,000 (4-year institution/academy) or $500 (Community College/2-year academy program)
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Grant Type
foundation
Overview
Teresa Del Piero Memorial Scholarships
Funder: Monterey Peninsula Theatre Trust (MPPT)
Contact: P.O. Box 761, Monterey, CA 93942 | (831) 649-4495
Geographic Scope: Monterey County, California
Program Overview
MPPT provides financial aid and assistance in the form of scholarships to local post-secondary students engaged in dedicated study of Theatre, Dance, and Music Performance.- Current resident of Monterey County (permanent address must be within Monterey County, even if currently studying out of state or abroad)
- Must provide proof of residency
- Currently enrolled as a declared major in: - Theatre - Dance - Any form of Music Performance (Instrumental or Vocal)
- Enrolled in a certificated and/or licensed post-secondary institution of higher learning: - Community or four-year college - Private Conservatory or Academy
- GPA of 2.5 or above in coursework for the indicated major
- Provide statement of financial need and intended use of scholarship funds
- Provide letter of recommendation from current instructor/administrator
Eligibility
- $1,000 for students enrolled in 4-year institution or academy
- $500 for Community College students or those in 2-year academy programs
Award Amounts
- One scholarship per student lifetime — if successful, applicants may not apply in subsequent years
- Unsuccessful applicants may apply each year
- Scholarship check provided directly to applicant
Important Restrictions
How to Apply
Application Process
1. Submit completed application form through MPPT Applicant Portal
2. Application deadline: One month after the start of the current semester
- Completed application form
- Proof of Monterey County residency
- Current transcripts (PDF copies of unofficial transcripts acceptable) - Must show GPA of 2.5 or above in major coursework
- Statement of financial need and intended use of scholarship funds
- Letter of recommendation from current instructor/administrator
Required Materials
- All materials must be received by MPPT no later than one month after the start of the current semester
Submission
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