TPS Foundation Scholarships

Program Description: Annual scholarships awarded to Toledo Public Schools graduating senior students pursuing their career path at a post-secondary accredited institution or career tech certification program.

Eligibility Requirements

• Applicants: Toledo Public School seniors graduating in the current/upcoming year
• Academic: Cumulative GPA of 2.0 or above (unless otherwise noted by specific scholarship requirement)
• Educational Plans: Seeking post-secondary education at an accredited higher learning institution OR a post-secondary career tech certification program (part-time or full-time)
• Extracurricular Involvement: Participant in extracurricular activities, volunteerism, leadership roles, organizations, and/or internships/work programs
• Application Quality: Timely completion of a quality application and essay, meeting all requested scholarship criteria
• Geographic Scope: No geographic restriction on post-secondary institution location (can attend school anywhere, not limited to Ohio)
• Prior Awards: Cannot re-apply in subsequent years

Award Details

• Amount Range: $1,000 - $5,000 per scholarship
• Number of Scholarships: 40+ scholarships available
• Total Annual Funding: Over $35,000 awarded annually (as of 2018)
• Use of Funds: Scholarships can support tuition, books, supplies, room and board, and other college costs
• FAFSA: Not required to apply (though completing FAFSA recommended for additional funding opportunities)
• Reusable Essays: May use previously written essays if they fit within the required essay question options

Application Timeline

• Application Period: November 15 - February 5 (annual window)
• Notification: Winners announced after review period

How to Apply

1. Create Login: Create a username and password to start application
2. Save and Return: Ability to save work and return to complete application at later time
3. Complete Online Application: Submit via website application portal
4. Required Materials:
- Complete application form
- Essay response (choose one of four prompts below)
- Letters of recommendation (fresh versions, not copies - request well before deadline)
- Extracurricular activities and community involvement information
5. Submit Before Deadline: All materials must be submitted by the deadline date

Essay Questions (Choose One)

1. What traits do you have that will enhance your education and future employment? 2. What life experiences have shaped who you are today and what challenges have you overcome in achieving your education? 3. Describe something you've done in the past year that made a difference in your community. 4. Describe an event in which you took a leadership role and what you learned about yourself.

Application Tips

• Read all directions and requirements completely before starting
• Have someone proofread and edit your application before submission
• Submit early to meet deadlines
• Request letters of recommendation well in advance from recommenders
• Use fresh versions of letters of recommendation, not copies