How do students apply for the
Shoe City/ WBTJ College Scholarship?
Students should download a copy of the application from either
the Richmond Recreation & Parks Foundation
www.rrpfoundation.org,
Shoe City
www.shoecityonline.com, or WBTJ
www.1065thebeat.com
When is the deadline for
submitting an application?
The application deadline is May 22, 2009
Where do I send my application?
Applications may be mailed to:
Richmond Recreation & Parks Foundation
6 North Laurel Street
Room 307
Richmond, VA 23220
Who is eligible for this
scholarship?
This scholarship is available to High School Seniors in the
Richmond area.
What factors will be utilized to
determine the scholarship winner?
The scholarship will be awarded based on academic achievement,
financial need and community involvement.
What is the amount of the
scholarship award?
One $1,500 college scholarship will be awarded in the Richmond
area.
When is the deadline for the
scholarship?
The application deadline is May 22, 2009.
Where can the scholarship be
used?
Scholarship awards can be used at degree-granting, nonprofit,
four-year colleges and universities in the United States that
participate in the Federal Student Aid Programs (Title IV).
Special requests for scholarships to attend community colleges
will be reviewed by the foundation on a case-by-case basis.
What expenses can the scholarship
pay?
Scholarship funds can cover direct educational expenses charged
to the student by the college or university including tuition
and fees, room and board, books and mandatory equipment.
Will I receive a check for my
scholarship?
Scholarship funds are paid directly to the educational
institution. The school will be instructed to apply the funds to
the student’s account equally between semesters/quarters. Any
funds in excess of a student’s remaining need will be returned
to the Foundation.
