Professional Development Assistance Scholarship

Deadline was March 19, 2012.

​Scholarship applicants will be notified of award status by March 21, 2012.

Program Description

Participation of institutional members at SCUP regional conferences is a high priority. The SCUP North Atlantic Council recognizes the financial hardships experienced by institutions of higher education in the current fiscal environment. In order to provide support to members interested in continuing their professional training and development and to promote participation in regional activities, the North Atlantic council has set aside scholarship funds to defray the cost of attending the SCUP 2012 North Atlantic Regional Conference to be held April 11–13, 2012. All institutionally-based planners are encouraged to apply, especially those new to planning.

Eligibility

To be eligible, applicants must demonstrate/provide the following:

Required:

• Currently working at (or attending, if a student) a higher education institution
• Demonstrate financial need (one paragraph self-statement)
• Explain desired benefits from attendance (one paragraph)
• Outline the money required for you to be able to attend, such as registration fee, travel, hotel, etc. $500 maximum award.

Optional: A brief statement of support by the institution, such as a supervisor (one paragraph).

Application Review

The SCUP North Atlantic Regional Council will review applications. Award recipients may elect whether to (1) receive the awards directly or (2) have them paid to their institution.

Notification of Selection

Scholarship applicants will be notified of award status by March 21, 2012.

Application Deadline extended to  11:59 PM Eastern, Monday, March 19, 2012.