FALL 2017 APPLICATION SCADA Scholarship for Automotive Excellence The South Carolina Automobile Dealers Association (SCADA) and its Board of Directors are pleased to award scholarships to deserving students pursuing an education and career in automotive technology.
Guidelines for Application
Applicant must be a resident of South Carolina with plans to attend a college or technical school in the fall of 2017.
Applicant should be seeking enrollment in an Automotive Technology degree program.
Applicant must correctly complete all enclosed forms and return to SCADA postmarked no later than the deadline of April 28, 2017. Please note that it is the applicant’s responsibility to insure that their current and official transcripts and recommendation forms are received by the SCADA office by the deadline date.
Recipients enrolling in degree programs at community colleges, technical colleges or four year colleges and universities will be eligible to receive awards up to $5,000. Applicants must satisfy the criteria listed under the scholarship guidelines for application and provide all requested information by the application deadline. The selection process is heavily weighted to those students who show a passion and excitement for their education and a career in the automotive industry.
Directions for Completion
Type or print clearly
Complete the attached student background sheets
One recommendation form must be received from an instructor, mentor, manager or guidance counselor who can speak to your strengths and weaknesses and potential for academic success
Enclose official high school transcripts
Complete the attached material submission sheet
South Carolina Automobile Dealers Association Applications must be completed and submitted with supporting materials by April 28, 2017 Submissions should be mailed to: SCADA Attn: Kristen Christie 526 Hampton Street Columbia, SC 29201
Formed in 1937, the South Carolina Automobile Dealers Association is the only statewide lobbying force in SC dedicated to the economic and political interests of the owners of automobiles and the Dealers of new cars and trucks. Our primary purpose has always been to make it as easy as possible for Dealers and their customers to buy, sell and maintain automobiles. Our Members are new retail car and truck dealers who hold factory franchises and are located in the state of South Carolina. www.scada.org
If you have any questions or would like to request additional information, please contact Kristen Christie at
[email protected] | 803.252.0205
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Student Background 1 of 2 Student Information Full Name:
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Date of Birth:
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Parent/Guardian Name: ___________________________ Phone Number: _________________ Application:
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Recipient Reapplying High School Information
Name of High School:
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High School Contact:
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Date of Graduation:
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Current Year of Study:
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High School Graduate College Information
Name of College/School you will attend:
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Date of Entrance:
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Credits Per Semester:
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Student Background 2 of 2 Academic Achievement Current GPA:
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Extra-Curricular Activities Please list any organizations, clubs, community service, sports, or other extra curricular activities you have been a part of and note any awards, recognitions, honors, or achievements associated with each.
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Employment Current Place of Employment:
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Supervisor Name:
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Date of Hire:
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Would you consider working for a South Carolina car Dealership upon Graduation? __________ If yes, do you have a Dealership in mind? _____________________________________________ What position will you be seeking upon graduation? _____________________________________ 3
Recommendation Form Applicant’s Name: _______________________________ The South Carolina Automobile Dealers Association (SCADA) and its Board of Directors are pleased to award scholarships to deserving students pursuing an education and career in automotive technology. Recipients enrolling in degree programs at community colleges, technical colleges or four year colleges and universities will be eligible to receive awards of up to $5,000. Please complete this recommendation form for the above named student and return to the student for their submission packet. Use the space provided to address each of the points below using very specific examples to describe the applicants achievements. Please comment on the applicant’s 1.) Academic and community success, 2.) Defining qualities and personal character, and 3.) State why you believe this award should be of significant value to the student.
1. Academic and community success: ____________________________________________________
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Relationship to the applicant
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Material Submission
The following materials must be submitted with the application
1. Page 1 and 2 of the Student Background sheet
2. One recommendation form completed by a non-related instructor, mentor or manager
3. Official high school transcripts
4. Completed Material Submission form
Applicant Signature I certify that all information on this application is true to the best of my knowledge. I understand that all decisions made are final and not subject to review or appeal. I further understand that any information provided in this application will be shared with the SCADA Scholarship Review Members and staff. I acknowledge that my contact information will be shared with South Carolina franchised, new car Dealers in order to aid in future job placement. ______________________________ ______________________________ _________________ Print Name
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Submission Please mail complete application materials in one 9 x 12” envelope to: SCADA c/o Kristen Christie 526 Hampton Street | Columbia, SC 29201 DEADLINE: Postmarked no later than April 28, 2017 An email confirmation will be sent to you once your application is received. An incomplete application or an application received after the deadline will not be accepted. 5