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Traditional Undergraduate Scholarships

THE VAN WERT COUNTY FOUNDATION

Foundation Annual Grants for Education
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Funding Amount

Varies (2018: $896,260 total for 314 recipients)

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Traditional Undergraduate Scholarships

Geographic Scope: Van Wert County and surrounding area (Paulding and Van Wert counties)

Overview: The Van Wert County Foundation is the largest provider of scholarships in Paulding and Van Wert counties, administering over 80 scholarship funds. The foundation awards annual scholarships through an application and review process.

Eligibility:

  • Students who have completed the equivalent of one year in college

  • Minimum 2.75 cumulative grade point average (GPA) for initial eligibility

  • Must maintain a 3.0 cumulative GPA to continue receiving scholarships in future years

  • Must be local college students

    • Award Information:

  • Annual awards (2018): 314 recipients received $896,260 combined

  • Individual award amounts vary by fund

    • Contact Information:

  • Phone: (419) 238-1743

  • Email: info@vanwertcountyfoundation.org

  • Address: 138 East Main Street, Van Wert, OH 45891

  • Contact Person: Seth Baker, Executive Secretary (to establish scholarship fund)

    • Additional Notes:

  • Learn and Return Philosophy: Scholarship recipients are encouraged to gain knowledge and experience, then return to contribute to their community

    • How to Apply

    Application Process

    General Information:

  • Applications are reviewed on an annual basis

  • Specific application procedures and required materials should be confirmed by contacting the foundation

    • Required Qualifications:
    1. Completion of equivalent of one year in college
    2. Minimum 2.75 cumulative GPA
    3. Maintenance of 3.0 cumulative GPA for renewal

    To Establish a Scholarship Fund:

  • Contact Seth Baker, Executive Secretary

  • Phone: (419) 238-1743

  • Email: info@vanwertcountyfoundation.org

  • Visit office at 138 E. Main St., Van Wert, OH

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    Fields of Work

    education

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