The Information You Need When Applying for Scholarship

     

    Application Submission deadline is April 15, 2024. 

How do I apply?

The application and the instructions can be obtained at  the www.pleasantvilleschools.com: click Pleasantville High School and look under the menu item, “Counseling", “Naviance” & then "Scholarships" or can be found below. To be considered by the Selection Committee, you must:

• Strictly follow and adhere to all of the instructions on the application; 

• Completed applications and corresponding essays are submitted to the Pleasantville High School Guidance Office 

• Participate in a personal interview with the Community Selection Committee

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When can I apply for a scholarship?
The committee is now accepting scholarship applications from the High School Class of 2024 through Monday, April 15th at 3:00pm at the Pleasantville High School Guidance Office.  Completed applications will be reviewed in May and award recipients will be notified in June. 

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Who is eligible to apply?

You are eligible to apply if you:

• Are graduating from high school in 2024;

• Either attend Pleasantville High School or reside within the Pleasantville Union Free School District;

  and,

• Will be attending college or professional training school in the fall of 2024.

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How does the selection process work?

The Community Selection Committee considers the following factors when evaluating applications: academic performance, community service, extra-curricular activities and optionally financial need.  The required information is obtained from the application, applicant's essay and personal interview.

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The members of the Selection Committee, will have access to the information provided by applicant’s.  All information (including financial need statements) will be kept strictly confidential.

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Should you choose to apply for an award, please note the following: 

• Instructions must be followed exactly;

• Deadlines must be adhered to in order for your application to be considered;

• If any part of the application is omitted, or if a deadline is not met, the applicant will not be eligible for a

• scholarship;

• Submitting an application does not guarantee an award of a scholarship; and

• There are no exceptions.

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How many students apply for awards?

In a typical year the Selection Committee reviews about 40 applications from students within the Pleasantville community. One time awards range between $1,000 to $4,000. Application submission does not guarantee an award of scholarship. Between $22,000 to $25,000 is awarded annually. 

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