Ada L. Mason Memorial Scholarship

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Objective

The Ada L. Mason Memorial Scholarship of the Greater Washington, DC Area Chapter of the Jackson State University National Alumni Association enables scholarship awards to be presented annually to assist students in attending Jackson State University.

Eligibility

Preferred eligibility requirements for applicants are as follows:

1. The applicant must be a resident of the Greater Washington, DC area (Approximately a 50 mile radius – defined by the Chapter);
2. The applicant must have a scholastic average of C+ (2.5 GPA) or higher;
3. The applicant must complete a 500 word essay;
4. The applicant must be either
   • a currently-enrolled student at Jackson State University; or
   • a high school senior who has applied for admission at the university for the upcoming academic year or who already has a letter of acceptance from the university for the upcoming academic year.

Note: If no eligible applicant is identified from the Greater Washington, DC area, applicants outside this area who satisfy the remaining eligibility requirements, may be considered by the Chapter Scholarship Committee.

Deadline for Submissions

The deadline for submitting applications to be considered for the upcoming fall semester is March 12, 2003.

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