1. Foundation Scholarship & Emergency Fund Anika Hossain, SSM Angel Rodriguez, SSM

2. Eligibility Requirements Must be a Full-Time student at LAGCC. Or a Part- Time student with 45 credits or more. Must hold a 2.0 GPA minimum U.S. Citizens & Residents must have a FAFSA on file. International students are also eligible. (Must complete a needs assessment)

3. Application Process Students must complete an online application. (www.laguardia.edu/scholarships) Must submit evidence to determine level of need. FAFSA is a major source, but other documentation may be requested by Student Financial Services. Must complete personal statement (200 word minimum) explaining why the student needs the Foundation Scholarship. The inclusion of student background is very relevant.

4. Financial A$$i$tance $500 + per academic year Scholarships vary. Awards are determined based on unmet need. How many students receive Foundation Scholarship? 2015-2016 year awarded approximately 600 applicants!

5. Application Dates Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Priority is given to students who apply from April 1 to August 31 for the upcoming year. Receiving an award might take a few months depending on application dates. The verification process might crossover into the semester, which means that the award date might be during the semester. Award Dates

6. Emergency Fund The Emergency Fund provides aid to students who have an unexpected short-term hardships. Tuition, transportation and textbook expenses are some grievances that the emergency fund addresses. This application process is different. Students must go to E-508 (Development Department) to inquire.

7. Foundation Scholarship Application Tips ● Be aware of tuition due dates. ● Keep in mind that it might take a few months to hear back from Foundation Scholarship. ● Complete your FAFSA/ Needs Assessment

8. Words From Director Elyse Newman “All students should be encouraged to apply.” “When you apply, the Foundation Scholarship Program grows and receives more donations, which helps other students.” “Apply even if you are uncertain that you meet all requirement criteria. You have nothing to lose.”

9. Acknowledgements The information in this presentation was obtained from a brief interview with Elyse Newman, Director of the Development Department, for students and faculty in the First Year Seminar. We appreciate her work!