The Bouras Scholarship provides college scholarships to New Jersey high school graduates and graduating high school seniors who have been accepted at an accredited institution of higher learning within the United States during the 2014-2015 academic year. The award will be given to a student whose character, work-ethic, service and leadership qualities are deemed worthy of the opportunity to attend college.<\/p>\n
The Community Foundation of New Jersey awards undergraduate scholarships on the basis of a competitive process that may consider academic achievement, extracurricular and community involvement, a statement of the applicant\u2019s personal aspirations and educational goals, and references. Scholarships are awarded at the discretion of the Foundation\u2019s Board of Trustees based on scholarship committee recommendations.<\/p>\n
Further applicant eligibility requirements include:<\/strong> Those interested in applying for The Bouras Scholarship may obtain the application by visiting the Community Foundation of New Jersey website at www.cfnj.org. For inquiries, please contact Faith Krueger at the Community Foundation of New Jersey at 973.267.5533 extension 227 or via email at fkrueger@cfnj.org.<\/p>\n
\n\u2022 Applicant must be a citizen of the United States of America \u2013 proof of citizenship is required.
\n\u2022 Applicant must be enrolled on a full-time basis and pursuing an undergraduate degree.
\n\u2022 The children of and current members of the military, Christian clergy, a veteran, a member of law enforcement, a nurse or other allied healthcare provider may apply.
\n\u2022 Applicant must be actively involved in his\/her church and its programs and community service and has demonstrated leadership.<\/p>\n