April 1, 2019

Dear Prospective Student:

This letter is to inform you of the eligibility requirements to receive the Duval/Nassau
County Chapter Financial Assistance $1000 Scholarship. Applications must be
postmarked by June 30, 2019, as late applications will not be reviewed.
Applicants who desire to attend Bethune-Cookman University must provide the
following documents to confirm:
 Must be a 2019 High School Graduating Senior.
 Must reside in Duval or Nassau County.
 Must have taken either the SAT or ACT with a score of at least 1100/17
respectively.
 Must have achieved a minimum grade point average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
 Must submit a copy of the Letter of Acceptance from Bethune-Cookman
University.
 Must submit a copy of the FAFSA (Financial Aid Application for Student
Assistance) letter of determination based on need.
 Must submit a letter from an organization verifying community/volunteer
service.
 Must submit unopened letter with the copy of your official transcript with
school seal.
 Must submit two (2) letters of recommendations from either of the
following: teacher, pastor, high school principal, counselor, B-CU alumnus,
community leader or your employer.
 Must submit a 2 page essay (12 pt. font) on one of the following topics:
 “Why Is Accomplishing A College Education Important to You?”
 “Why Is Bethune–Cookman University Your Educational Choice?”
Mail Completed Applications To:
Duval/Nassau County Chapter of Bethune-Cookman University National Alumni Association
Attention: Scholarship Committee
P. O. Box 41291
Jacksonville, Florida 32203
Questions may be directed to the Scholarship Committee Chairperson, Mrs. Sandra Milton
at lafayeisworthy@bellsouth.net call 904.463.1311.
Educational Regards,
Darrell Brown
Mr. Darrell Brown
President, Duval/Nassau County Chapter of Bethune-Cookman University NAA

Sandra Milton
Mrs. Sandra Milton
Scholarship Committee Chair, Duval/Nassau County Chapter of Bethune-Cookman University NAA

Duval/Nassau County Chapter of Bethune-Cookman University National Alumni Association

P.O. Box 41291| Jacksonville, FL 32203 | Website: duvalnassaubcualumnichapter.org | E-mail: duvalnassaualum@yahoo.com
Duval/Nassau County Chapter of Bethune-Cookman University
National Alumni Association
2019 FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE APPLICATION
STUDENT INFORMATION
Name: _________________________________________________________________
Last First Middle

County: _________________________ Date Of Birth: __________________________

Address: ________________________________________________________________
Street City State Zip

Home Telephone: ___________________ Cell Telephone: _______________________

Email Address: ___________________________________________________________

SCHOOL CONTACT INFORMATION

High School: ______________________ County: ______________________________

School Telephone: ___________________

Student’s Counselor: _______________________________________________________

ACADEMIC INFORMATION

State Un-Weighted GPA: ____________ SAT Score: __________ ACT Score: ________

CONTACT US
Please contact the Scholarship Committee Chairperson, Mrs. Sandra Milton at
lafayeisworthy@bellsouth.net or call 904.463.1311.

Applications must be postmarked by June 30, 2019.

Late Applications Will Not Be Reviewed.

Duval/Nassau County Chapter of Bethune-Cookman University National Alumni Association

P.O. Box 41291| Jacksonville, FL 32203 | Website: duvalnassaubcualumnichapter.org | E-mail: duvalnassaualum@yahoo.com
 Scholarship
Application Check Off Sheet
***Please work to check off all items below to ensure that all
necessary documentation is included with your application before
submission***

Applicant’s Name: _____________________________ Date: ____________________

_____ #1- An official (sealed) transcript from the Guidance Department to indicate
a grade point average of 3.0 or higher.

_____ #2- A copy of ACT or SAT Test Scores to show a 17 or higher on the ACT or
1100 or higher on the SAT.

_____ #3- A List of Honors or Awards.

_____ #4- A List of Extra-Curricular Activities.

_____ #5- Proof of community service or volunteer hours.

_____ #6- A copy of a FASFA Financial Aid Eligibility Letter.

_____ #7- Letter of Acceptance to Bethune-Cookman University.

_____ #8- Two Letters of Recommendation.

_____ #9- A 2-Page (12-font) essay on “Why is accomplishing a college education

important to you?” or “Why is Bethune-Cookman University your educational
choice?”. Note: Please have a teacher, guidance counselor, parent/guardian,
or mentor proofread your essay to prevent grammatical/spelling errors.

_____ #10-Large envelope to mail the completed application & additional documents to:
Duval/Nassau County Chapter of Bethune-Cookman University
National Alumni Association
Attn: Scholarship Committee P.O Box 41291
Jacksonville, Florida 32203
duvalnassaualum@yahoo.com/duvalnassaualum@gmail.com

Duval/Nassau County Chapter of Bethune-Cookman University National Alumni Association

P.O. Box 41291| Jacksonville, FL 32203 | Website: duvalnassaubcualumnichapter.org | E-mail: duvalnassaualum@yahoo.com