The Mitchell Family Scholarship

Essay required

Need-based

Local

Academic

Overview

The Mitchell Family Scholarship provides $5,000 for current seniors in a Vermont high school who have lived in Vermont since birth. To qualify, you must be enrolled full-time in an undergraduate associate or bachelor’s degree program, demonstrate financial need and community involvement, and be among the first generation in your family to attend college. You must also have a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA. To apply, you'll need to submit your FAFSA, an essay, and recommendation letters. If that sounds like a fit for you, apply!

Status

Coming soon

Deadline

🗓 February 14, 2025

Paid to

🏫 Your school

Website

www.vsac.org

What you'll need

Essay

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

Other

This scholarship requires something a bit different!

FAQ

What is a letter of recommendation?

A letter of recommendation (letter of rec) is a letter written by someone in your life who can speak to your achievements, positive traits, and potential. It's basically a summary of why you're great and deserve the scholarship or funding you're applying for! Typically, students ask teachers, mentors, coaches, or employers (never family or friends). FYI: You have to ask someone to write a letter of rec for you.

How do I increase my chances of getting a scholarship?

To increase your chances of getting a scholarship, apply early, follow all application instructions, and write a great scholarship essay (if applicable)! For more help, ask a Mos advisor!

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.

How do I get my official high school transcript?

Most high schools have a specific person they put in charge of transcript requests. If you Google the name of your high school and "transcript request," you may be able to find the contact information for that person and any instructions (like a form you need to fill out) Example below!

Your next best bet is to email the school office or your counselor. We prepared an email to make it easier for you! Make sure to replace everything in the brackets with the relevant information. If you don't know the name of the person who'll get your email, you can address it "To Whom It May Concern" or "Dear High School Officer."

DRAFT EMAIL TO YOUR HIGH SCHOOL Subject Line: [Your Name] – Requesting Transcripts
Dear [name],
My name is [your name], and I'm a current student at [high school name]. I'm working hard applying to financial aid so I can pursue my college dreams. [Name of program] requires an [official, sealed] transcript from my high school. Is that something that you can help me with? Thanks in advance for your time and consideration!
Sincerely,
[Your Name]

How do I submit a transcript for a scholarship application?

To have a copy of your official transcript submitted for a scholarship application, you'll need to contact the registrar's office and ask that they send your transcript to the address you provide. Tip: Make sure to do this far in advance!

For a college transcript, you can also contact the registrar's office, or, you can submit a request through your college portal. FYI: Colleges often charge a fee for this.