damato adult learners scholarship
The Damato Adult Learners Scholarship was initiated in 2004 by board members who identified the unique needs of adults returning to school and also the changing average age of students attending universities and colleges. Since 2018, the Adult Learner Scholarship has been funded as a part of the Damato financial bequest to the Foundation. Our recipients have included the newly unemployed or underemployed, those in low wage jobs, immigrants, single parents, as well as those whose education was interrupted or delayed. They share a determination to improve their lives and those of their families through education. Among our recipients are those who were able to complete associate's and bachelor’s degrees. This is a renewable scholarship.
What is the Damato Adult Learner Scholarship?
The Damato Adult Learner Scholarship is a renewable scholarship awarded to eligible adult students. Scholarships are initially awarded for two academic terms and will pay the school or college up to $600 for those taking one course and up to $2000 for those taking two or more courses.
The scholarship award is subject to presentation of evidence of satisfactory progress, by sending a transcript each semester. Scholarships will be continuously renewed for three terms per year ( Fall, Spring, Summer) until the applicant has completed his or her degree or course of study.
There is a 5 year limit to the availability of the scholarship.
The scholarship may NOT be used for post graduate studies.
Once granted, in order to continue the scholarship, courses must be successfully completed.
The number of scholarships awarded at any given time will depend on the funds available.
Who is eligible to apply?
Anyone at least twenty-one years of age and a Manchester resident for at least six months at the time of application and who has been accepted for admission to a college or other accredited post-secondary school.
What are the scholarship criteria?
The criteria include the following:
- Demonstrated financial need
- Clarity and seriousness of educational objectives
- Evidence of ability to honor commitments
- Completion of application form
- Scholarship funds can only be used for tuition and academic fees
How are scholarships awarded?
Damato Adult Learner scholarships are awarded on the basis of the information provided in the completed application (including all required attachments).
Applicants will be notified of the decision of the Selection Committee by June 2023.
Application Deadline: April 15, 2023
Complete the application online - https://form.jotform.com/kmax0126/MSFAdultEdApp
