The Application Period is Now Open
The League of Women Voters Newton (LWVN) offers two $1,000 scholarships to any graduating High School senior who will pursue post-high school education and is either a resident of Newton or attends school in Newton. Successful applicants will have a strong interest in civic engagement. Apply Now!
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High School Scholarship Opportunity
The LWVN will award two $1,000 scholarships to two high school seniors who plan to continue their education after graduation.
The criteria for being accepted are as follows:
- The student lives in/goes to school in Newton. This would include public and private school students, METCO students, and students who are home-schooled.
- In life and through school work, the student holds core values that are in alignment with those of the League.
- The student has a strong interest in promoting both the democratic process and positive solutions to public policy issues.
Please note the timeline:
- The application process will open on January 1, 2021 and will be due on March 1, 2021.
- During March and April, evaluation teams will review applications and make a final decision.
- Awards will be made on May 1, 2021.