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Amici d'Italia Lodge 2791 Order Sons of Italy in America
Dear Duval County (Florida) Scholarship High School Senior Applicant: Thank you for
expressing an interest in applying for the Scholarship from the Amici d'Italia Lodge 2791
Jacksonville, Florida of the Sons of Italy in America in the amount of $1,000.00. Through
its various local and state programs, the Sons of Italy awarded over $50,000 in
scholarships to deserving students of Italian descent throughout Florida.
This application packet contains all the information and forms you will need to apply for
the scholarship that will be awarded by our local lodge.
In addition to our local and state scholarship programs, our national organization also
awards numerous grants each year. Each year, the National Leadership Grant
Competition offers 10 to 13 merit-based general scholarships and one special Henry
Salvatori Scholarship, ranging from $4,000 to $25,000. For more information regarding
the National Leadership Grant Competition please visit the national website at
www.osia.org.
Included in this packet are the following documents:
Introduction letter to the Applicants (This Page)
Eligibility Requirements
Scholarship Checklist
Scholarship Application
Buona Fortuna!
Timothy M. Wright, Scholarship Chairman
Amici d'Italia Lodge 2791
P.O. Box 8985
Jacksonville Fl, 32239-8985
Additional contact information can be found on our home page:
www.osiajax.org
Amici D'Italia Lodge 2791 Order Sons of Italy in America
Scholarship Eligibility Requirements
It is the goal of the Order Sons of Italy in America to promote, enhance, and encourage
the studies of Italian Heritage and culture. This scholarship program is designed to
benefit worthy students of Italian descent attending a Duval County Florida high school
that display academic excellence, and leadership qualities. Scholarships will be
awarded on the basis of eligibility, scholastic achievement, and participation in school
and community programs.
Association with the Order Sons of Italy in America is not a prerequisite; however the
applicant must be of Italian descent.
Applicants must have a minimum grade point average of 3.00 (not weighted)
Applicants must have a minimum SAT total score of 1000 or- must have an ACT
composite score of 23.
Recipients must be accepted as a full-time student at an accredited community
college, college, or university and enroll immediately following graduation from high
school.
Scholarship funds will not be released to any school until the Lodge Scholarship
Chairperson receives a letter of acceptance from an accredited school and the recipient
notifies the Chairperson in writing of his/her intent to enroll in the Fall Semester.
Funds for the recipients will be mailed directly to the school Bursar or Financial Aid
Office of choice, with instructions that they may be used for any expenses processed
through their office for the recipient. Scholarship recipients who are accepted and
decide to attend another school, other than the one originally selected, must immediately
notify the Lodge Scholarship Chairperson so the funds may be transferred to the
appropriate institution. Unused funds in the account must be returned to the Amici
D'Italia Lodge 2791, Jacksonville, Fl upon either of the following:
The recipient ceases to attend classes for whatever reason and does not
immediately transfer to another accredited institution.
The recipient withdraws from school and does not immediately transfer to another
school.
All funds returned to the Lodge will be incorporated with the funds for the following
years awards.
Amici d'Italia Lodge 2791 Order Sons of Italy in America
Scholarship Application Checklist
In order to be considered for a scholarship you must complete and return this check list
and the attached application, postmarked no later than March 31. You must also include
an official High School transcript, a copy of your SAT or ACT test scores and a 250 to
500 word essay on one of the indicated subjects.
Please indicate which documents you are including with your submission:
You must include each of the following documents:
Scholarship check list
Scholarship application
Official High School Transcript
You must also include one of the following documents:
Copy of SAT Scores
Copy of ACT Composite Scores
The applicant must also include a signed essay of no less than 250 and no more than
500 words. The essay will be judged by educational professionals and designated board
members on the ability of the candidate to express thoughts, opinions and ideas with the
level of scholastic competence expected of a high school senior or incoming college
freshman. The applicant will compose the essay on one of the following topics:
The importance of Celebrating Our Italian Heritage in Modern Day
America
Who Do You Believe is the Most Influential Italian-American of the 20th
Century and Why
Order Sons of Italy in America Lodge Scholarship
APPLICATION FOR SCHOLARSHIP
Applicant Information
Name __________________________________________ Sex ______
(last)
( first)
(middle)
Address __________________________________________________
(number and street)
__________________________________________________________
(city)
(state)
(zip code)
Telephone Number ___________________ Date of Birth ____________
Social Security Number: ______________ Place of Birth ___________
Family Information
Father's Name _____________________Occupation _________________
Mother's Name _____________________Occupation _________________
List Names and Ages of Brothers and Sisters, Indicate if any are currently attending college.
Name ___________________________
Name____________________________
Name ___________________________
Age _____
In College Yes/ No
Age _____
In College Yes/ No
Age _____
In College Yes/ No
School Information
Name of High School Attending _________________________________
Date of Graduation __________________________
GPA Year By Year:
Weighted
Fr______
So _____ Jr _____ Sr _____
Un-Weighted Fr ______ So _____ Jr _____ Sr _____
SAT Scores:
Verbal _____________
Math __________
ACT Composite Score ____________
List School Clubs, Offices, and Activities you are involved in:
______________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________
Personal and Community Interests and Hobbies
List Community Organizations and Activities in which you have been involved.
____________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________
What are your interests, hobbies, pastimes, and leisure activities?
__________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________
Work Experience
List any work experience(s) and indicate if you are currently employed.
___________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________
Colleges and Universities
List the colleges and universities to which you have applied for admission. State if you have
been accepted.
1._________________________________________________________
2._________________________________________________________
3._________________________________________________________
In what subjects do you plan to Major and Minor?
Major ______________________ Minor ______________________
Scholarships and Financial Aid
List any other financial aid and/or scholarships you have already received or for which you are
applying.
1._________________________________________________________
2._________________________________________________________
3._________________________________________________________
Italian Heritage
Recipients of this scholarship must be of Italian Descent. Explain how you qualify.
__________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________
List all present or previous family members who are current or past members of the Order
Sons of Italy in America. Include the number and Lodge Name. (This is for Information only
and is not a factor in the decision making process.)
___________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________
Terms of Application
By my signature below, I certify that I am of Italian Descent and intend to enroll as a full-time
student in an accredited community college, college, or university immediately upon
graduation from High School. I understand that any unused portion of this scholarship will be
returned to the Jacksonville Lodge Sons of Italy in America if I cease attending classes and/or
withdraw from school without immediately enrolling in another school.
______________________________________
(Applicant's Signature)
______________________________________
(Parent Signature)
________________
(Date)
________________
(Date)
This Application must be completely filled out. Incomplete submissions will not be considered
or returned. Scholarship winners will be notified.
Please mail the completed four (4) page application, check list, and all applicable
supporting documents, postmarked no later than March 31.
