MILITARY OFFICERS’
BENEVOLENT
CORPORATION
SCHOLARSHIPS
813/634-4675
www.mobc-online.org
Five $2,000 ($500 PER YEAR FOR 4 YEARS)
Scholarships
For Academic Year
2008-2009
Students whose parent, guardian, or
grandparent meet one of the following criteria:
1.
A Retired, Active
Duty, National Guard, and Reserve Officer, or a Former Officer of the US Army,
Navy, Marine Corps, Air Force, Coast Guard, Public Health Service, National
Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, i.e. Officers (O-1 thru O-10), Warrant
Officers (WO-1 thru WO-5) and Non-commissioned Officers (E-5 thru E-9). See Counselor, or call MOBC office if
you have a question about your eligibility before you
apply.
2.
An Officer who died
while on active duty in the service of his/her country.
3.
All recipients of
the PURPLE HEART no matter their pay grade or length of
service.
4.
A WWII Combat
Veteran of the Merchant Marine who is recognized by the Veterans
Administration.
5.
Federal Employees,
GS-7 or higher equivalent officer grade.
6.
Foreign Service
Officers, FSO-8 and below.
7.
An Honorably
Discharged or Retired Foreign Military Officer of an Allied Nation meeting the
service and disability retirement criteria of his/her respective country and
living in the US.
APPLICANT
1.
Must be a High
School Senior.
2.
Must have the
recommendation of his/her principal.
3.
Must have achieved
a minimum score of 21 on the ACT, or 900 on 2 part or 1,350 on 3 part on the
SAT, and have a G.P.A. of 3.00 on a 4.00 grading scale. (Other test scoring not
acceptable.)
4.
Must demonstrate
superior leadership skills in school and/or community
activities.
5.
Must possess moral
and character attributes worthy of scholarship candidates.
6.
Must present proof
of college enrollment and formal acceptance in an accredited program before
funds will be released to the applicant.
7.
Must maintain a “B”
average (3.0 on a 4.0 scale) throughout the term of the scholarship, being
re-certified annually for college attendance. Failure to do so will result in
probation for one (1) semester or two (2) quarters. If a “B” average is not later
maintained, such failure will result in disqualification and forfeiture of the
unused portion of the scholarship.
APPLICATIONS
1.
Available in the
Counselor’s Office or at the MOBC Corporate Office.
2.
Must be returned to
the MOBC Corporate Office by March 1, 2008. (See corporate address
above.)
3.
When submitted,
applications and supporting paperwork must be arranged in the order
specified. Typewritten applications
and statements are preferred.
Handwritten submissions must be printed clearly using black
ink.
4.
Applicant may apply
for one (1) MOBC Scholarship only.
MOBC
SCHOLARSHIP
INFORMATION/INSTRUCTIONS
This application is for high school seniors ONLY.
Before completing any portion of this application, please make absolutely certain that you are eligible. (See eligibility section.)
All applicants must be desirous of attending a four-year
college, two-year junior college or trade school in the
MOBC Scholarship grants are paid directly to the scholarship recipient over a four-year period. For example, a $2,000 scholarship will be disbursed over four years at $500 per year. Payments will generally be made in the August time frame. After the freshman year, payments will only be made following receipt of a transcript for the previous year which indicates the student has obtained a “B” average. If the “B” average has not been obtained, the student will be placed on MOBC academic probation for one semester and half of the grant will be paid. If an overall “B” average has once again been earned, the probation will be lifted and the balance of the yearly grant paid at the end of the semester. A transcript will be required to substantiate the academic standing.
A Social Security number is required for our records, and if you do not have one, you should apply immediately at your nearest Post Office. There is no charge to obtain this number.
Custodial Parent: If your parents are divorced or separated, answer the questions for the parent you lived with the most in the last 12 months. For example, if you lived with your mother more than your father, you would count your mother. If you lived with your father instead of your mother, you would count your father. If you lived with both parents an equal number of days in the past 12 months, you would count the parent who provided you with the greatest amount of support. Support would include material as well as financial help. Material things would include cars, clothing, medical and dental payments, etc. If that parent married or remarried, you must also include the stepparent’s information.
The following merit standard will prevail:
Leadership _______________________ 40%
Scholarship ______________________ 30%
Financial Need ___________________ 30%
100%
The scholarships will be distributed in increments respectively during each of the four years of undergraduate education. This may include two years of junior college or trade school. The award is subject to review prior to the commencement of each academic year, and will be governed by the academic information specified in the student’s pledge, and any unexpended credit is also subject to the individual’s personal behavior at college relative to the principles of law and order and morality supported by the Military Officers’ Benevolent Corporation.
All scholarships are in the form of certificates of award issued by the Office of the Military Officers’ Benevolent Corporation, conditioned upon the enrollment of the student in an undergraduate four-year or less degree program in an accredited college or university, community college, or trade school located in the US. Upon receipt of “Verification of Enrollment” from proper school officials, an MOBC check will be forwarded to the student.
SPECIFIC INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE APPLICATION
1. Applicant must use the official MOBC form obtained from the MOBC office or the counselor’s office. A form may also be downloaded from www.mobc-online.org. The form must be dated and signed by the student, the principal, and parent (s)) or guardian. Application forms may be copied for other students in your area.
2. The Parent (s)) financial statement must be notarized. Typewritten applications and statements are preferred over handwritten submissions and must be signed in all instances. Financial data will be kept confidential to the Scholarship Committee and the Trustees.
3. Applications and all supporting documents must be in English or English translation.
4. Continuation Sheets may be used where required.
5. Letters may be originals or photocopies on one side of a single sheet of 8.5”x11” paper signed by author.
6. Official high school transcript of student grades from the beginning of the 9th grade to due date of application may be photocopies that bear an original signature of the proper school authority.
7. SAT and ACT test scores must be included but may be photocopies.
8. It is preferable that exhibits such as awards and media items be photocopies.
9. The application must be arranged in the order described below:
a. Application of required facts. Carefully plan a response to each item before preparing final draft. Use “1” for freshman year of school and “2”, “3”, and “4” for subsequent years to identify appropriate scholastic, extra curricular and civic activities. Secure all required dates.
b. The applicant must prepare a one-page essay of 400-600 words, preferably typed, single- spaced as to his/her professional goal and relate how past, present, and future activities make the accomplishment of this goal probable. The applicant by deed and circumstance must demonstrate his/her worthiness. Each letter included must be signed.
c. The parent/guardian must prepare a statement of 300 words or less summarizing the family’s obligations and resources. The statement should illustrate the applicant’s need for financial assistance and the inability of the family to satisfy this need. The statement should also include a brief summary of his/her qualifying relative’s service history, such as name, relationship, grade, branch of service, length of service, type of discharge, units served with, overseas service, etc. The qualifying relative must be a parent, guardian or grandparent. The following sentence must be included: “I verify that the student has a military service relative who qualifies him/her to apply for a MOBC scholarship.” The statement must be signed.
d. Official signed transcript of high school grades.
e. College entrance test scores required (SAT or ACT).
f. Currently dated and signed one-page letters of recommendation from at least one person, but not totaling more than three, in authority from high schools attended by the applicant. Letters may cover the applicant’s ability, work habits, leadership, personality and integrity.
g. Two letters of endorsement from responsible community (non-school) persons. These persons should not be related to the applicant. They should be capable of reporting the applicant’s participation in the community in terms of work service, leadership, notable skills and outstanding recognition. Each letter should be typed, dated, signed and on not more than one side of an 8.5” x 11” page.
h. Copies of exhibits of achievement in scholarship, leadership, athletics, dramatics, community service or other activities may be attached, but avoid being repetitious.
i.
Application
neatness, appearance and ability to follow directions will be
evaluated.
10. After completing this application, make a copy for your records. All applications become the property of the MOBC.
11. If selected, you will be required to submit a 2 ½” x 3 ½” picture of yourself to the corporation for use in newsletter and Web Site articles concerning your achievement. It is suggested that a copy of your graduation picture be used for this purpose.
Office Telephone: 813/634-4675
Website:
www.mobc-online.org
Student Scholarship Award Offer
BASED ON LEADERSHIP, SCHOLARSHIP AND FINANCIAL NEED
For the 2008 – 2009 academic year.
IMPORTANT:
Before preparing this application, it is recommended that the procedures outlined on pages 2-4 be carefully studied
and the application
completely executed. Applications must be filed with
the MOBC Corporate office before March 1, 2008
(Note: Do not use All Caps nor can the form be saved,
form must be filled out complete and then printed.)
Name: Social Security #
Perm. Address:
Phone:
Age:
Sex:
Date of Birth: Day
Month
Year
Place of
birth:
Citizenship:
Place
If not a
Schools attended (ninth through twelfth grades)
Name of School Date of Entrance Period Attended
Name of School
Date of Entrance
Period Attended
Date will graduate Number in Class Rank in Class GPA
Name/Grade/Address/Telephone/Relationship of Qualified Relative
Date: , 2008
Signature of Student
MUST HAVE PRINCIPAL’S ENDORSEMENT TO BE ACCEPTED FOR
JUDGING
The Principal last having supervisory responsibility for the applicant is asked to sign the endorsement, certifying that he has reviewed the application and verifies the accuracy of the statements as they pertain to the High School academic standing and activities of the student. Applications should not be endorsed if they do not reflect the student’s situation as understood by the Principal.
This application, with attached exhibits, has been reviewed by me, and to the best of my knowledge and belief (does) (does not) * accurately set forth the High School record of
Date: , 2008
Signature of Principal
*Note: If it does not meet with the Principal’s approval, it should be returned to the student, or forwarded through the counselor with a letter of explanation to the President of the MOBC.
Name of Student’s Counselor at Time of Application
Telephone Number of Student’s Counselor
SCHOOL RELATED LEADERSHIP ACTIVITIES
Indicate high school year by (1), (2), (3), (4).
Honors and Awards (State nature of honor or award and year; thus: National Honor Society 3,4.)
a. b.
c. d.
e. f.
g. h.
i. j.
Offices and Positions of Leadership (State name of organization, position and year.)
a. b.
c. d.
e. f.
g. h.
i. j.
Member of Organization where no office was held (State name of organization and year; thus: Key Club 2,3.) (State only major activities.)
a. b.
c. d.
e. f.
g. h.
i. j.
SCHOOL RELATED EXTRA CURRICULAR
ACTIVITIES
Honors and Awards (State nature of honor or award and year; thus: Band 2,3.)
a. b.
c. d.
e. f.
g. h.
i. j.
Offices and Positions of
Leadership (State name of organization, position &
year.)
a. b.
c. d.
e. f.
g. h.
i. j.
Member of Organization where no office was held (State name of organization & year, thus: Band 2,3.)
(State only major
activities.)
a. b.
c. d.
e. f.
g. h.
i. j.
NON-SCHOOL RELATED CIVIC
ACTIVITIES
Honors and Awards (State nature of honor or award and year; thus: 4-H 2,3.)
(Use Tab Key to move from box
to box)
a. b.
c. d.
e. f.
g. h.
Office and Positions of
Leadership (State name of organization, position &
year.)
a. b.
c. d.
e. f.
g. h.
Member of Organization where no office was held (State name of organization & year; thus: Scouting,
4-H, etc.) (State only major
activities.)
a. b.
c. d.
e. f.
g. h.
NOTE: Please list additional honors &
activities on a separate sheet.
Volunteer Organizations and Hours Worked.
State your plans for enrollment in an accredited American college or university.
Have you been granted scholarship aid? Yes No If so, give details
Do you intend to apply for financial aid at the college you plan to attend? Yes No If so, give details.
Have you reason to expect scholarship aid from any other source? Yes No If so, give details.
Do you plan on participating in a four-year college ROTC program? Yes No
If applicable, which program?
Positions held in gainful employment, each year of employment, average time employed, earnings, savings, etc.
Total personal savings (Does not affect the eligibility.)
Is there anything else you might like the Selection Committee to know about your financial need or worthiness as it reviews your application? (Please do not hesitate in presenting anything you believe would be helpful to the Committee in making its decision concerning the granting of a scholarship to you. A continuation sheet may be used.)
PARENTAL FINANCIAL ANALYSIS
(This information is
confidential to be used by the Scholarship Committee
only.)
(Indicate N/A rather than
leave a space blank.)
Stepfather’s Name
Father’s Name Age Occupation
Stepmother’s Name
Mother’s Name Age Occupation
Parents’ Marital Status – Mother: Married Widowed Divorced Remarried*
Father: Married Widowed Divorced Remarried*
*Note: If you checked remarried, please include
stepparent’s income in the appropriate section and read our instruction
concerning custodial parent.
Whenever the word “parent” (mother or father) is used, it also means
“stepparent.”
A. Stepfather’s
Father’s 2007 annual income (earned from work) (A)
B. Stepmother’s
Mother’s 2007 annual income (earned from work) (B)
C. Other taxable income from parent (s) 2007 – IRS 1040 (all schedules) (C )
D. Parent (s) adjusted gross income from 2007 – 1040 (bottom line first page)** (D)
(A+B+C)
**Note: If you have not filed your 2007 return, you MUST ESTIMATE
your adjusted gross income for 2008.
E. All non-taxable income not included above*** (including pensions, IRA/Keogh, (E)
Social Security/disability benefits, child support, rent-free housing, etc.)
***For Social Security Only – Report benefits for parent (s) and other
siblings: Do not include benefits received by applicant.
F. GROSS INCOME (Total D + E) (F)
(D + E)
G. Family Size: Include parent (s), student applicant, other dependent
children and other family member if applicant’s parents are providing
more than one half of their support. (G)
H. Number of dependent children attending college during the
academic year 2008-2009 on a full time basis (including applicant) (H)
I. 2007
Medical and Dental Expense not paid by insurance.
(I)
J. Total Market Value of Home this Year. (J)
Renting Yes No Quarters provided Yes No
K. Amount of unpaid Mortgage. (K)
L. Home Equity (L)
(J – K)
M. Farm or Business? Farm Business (M)
N. Market Value? (N)
O. Mortgage? (O)
P. Farm or Business Equity - % of Ownership (P)
(N – O)
Q. Value of Bank Accounts (Q)
R. Value of Other Investments (CD’s, stocks, bonds, etc.) (R )
S. Value of Rental Property (S)
T. Total Value of Net Assets (T)
(L + P + Q + R + S)
U. Amount student has from work, savings, assets, etc.
() + () =