NCJW Scholarship for Non-Traditional Students

Special requirement

Essay required

Need-based

Overview

The NCJW Scholarship for Non-Traditional Students offers $250+ to non-traditional students who have a gap of at least five years following high school graduation. To qualify, you must be at least 24 years of age as of January 1, 2025, and a resident of Sarasota or Manatee County. To apply, you must submit the application form and two letters of recommendation.

Status

Open for applications

Deadline

🗓 January 29, 2025

Paid to

🏫 Your school

Website

ncjwsaramana.org

What you'll need

Essay

Capture your unique story and ambitions, while writing about the required subject matter.

FAQ

What if I don't hear back from a scholarship?

If you haven't heard back within a few weeks, reach out to the scholarship organization! Some scholarship organizations email all the applicants to let them know if they were selected or not, while others only contact the winners—it usually depends on the number of applicants. It never hurts to follow up.

What is financial need and how do I know if I have it?

Financial need is determined by the information you enter into your FAFSA. It's the difference between how much it's going to cost you to go to college, your 'cost of attendance (COA)', minus how much of this cost can you / your family cover, your 'Expected Family Contribution (EFC)'. If your EFC is lower than your COA, you have financial need! If you're not sure about your EFC or COA, reach out to a Mos advisor for help!

How should I prioritize which scholarships to apply to?

To prioritize your scholarship applications, think about which scholarships you have the best chance of getting (the most specific ones, with more than one winner), the ones due the soonest, and the ones that are awarding the most money.

Tip: We recommend you make a schedule for yourself to follow to stay organized and on track throughout the scholarship application season! You can always ask a Mos advisor for help.