GENERAL INFORMATION

All scholarship information will be held in strictest confidence. All

Application and supporting material become the property of UCWHA and

Will not be returned.

Applications should be sent to:

UCWHA Scholarship Program

% Tom Williford, Committee Chairperson

804 Enclave Point

Cookeville, Tennessee 38506

For additional information contact:

Tom Williford 931-537-3696

DEADLINE TO RECEIVE APPLICATIONS

MAY 1, 2010

UPPER CUMBERLAND WALKING HORSE ASSOCIATION

Scholarship Program 2010

Recognizing the importance of youth to the Tennessee Walking Horse industry and the need to support and encourage the next generation, the Upper Cumberland Walking Horse Association announces that funds are to be allocated for educational scholarships(s). These scholarship(s) will financially assist qualified UCWHA members with their higher education expenses. It is possible that two scholarships will be presented in 2010. The amounts and the number of scholarships are to be determined by the UCWHA Board of Directors at some point prior to the scholarship award date. These scholarship funds may be used at any accredited junior college, university or trade school of the recipient’s choice. The scholarship(s) may be presented in the form of a Scholarship Certificate, which will be presented to the educational institution the recipient chooses to attend if the institution accommodates such a payment method. Otherwise, it will be presented in the form of the UCWHA check. UCWHA Scholarships will be awarded based on: academic achievement, extra curricular activities, involvement in equine activities and financial need.

Academic achievement is indicative of personal commitment, and will therefore, is strongly considered in the awarding of UCWHA Scholarships. Extra curricular activities also play a vital role in youth development and are to be a major consideration in the selection of UCWHA Scholarship recipients. The Association also seeks to promote the equine industry through encouraging youth to enter and be active in this industry and with the association, so, involvement in the equine industry and the Association will also be a consideration in the Scholarship Program. And while the needs shall not be a determining factor in selecting scholarship recipients, but a consideration. It should also be understood that members of the Association DO NOT select recipients. Selections are made by an independent group who have nothing to do with the Association or the horse industry.

Applicants must be a member of the UCWHA, either individually or part of a family membership for 2009 and 2010. Applicants cannot apply for the scholarships until their Junior year in High School and cannot be over twenty-four years of age as of January 1, 2010. Applicants who apply but do not receive a scholarship may subsequently re-apply. Scholarships are normally awarded only once per recipient.

Applications for the 2010 UCWHA Scholarships are enclosed. Applicants must complete each portion of the entry process and return the completed forms to the Scholarship Committee Chairperson to:

Tom Williford

804 Enclave Point

Cookeville, Tennessee 38506

Application deadline is: May 1, 2010

UCWHA Scholarship Application

UCWHA Scholarships are to be awarded on the basis of academic ability, leadership and extra curricular activities, involvement on equine and UCWHA activities and financial need. Scholarship recipients are eligible to use the award for undergraduate or graduate educational expenses at the college, junior college, university or trade school of their choice.

Name: _________________________________________________________________

Address: _______________________________________________________________

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Social Security Number; ___________________________________________________

Career Goal (explain):

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Junior college, university or trade school currently attending or plan to attend:

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EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND

(List schools attended – most recent first)

Name of school Location Date(s) Attended

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College Grade Point Average (numeric) _________ out of ___________________

High School Grade Point Average _____________ out of _____________________

Class Ranking ______________ out of ____________________________________

OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT TO BE ATTACHED

College entrance exam scores:

ACT: ______________ SAT: ________________ Other: ___________

(Entrance exam score report form to be attached)

EXTRA CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

List school and civic clubs and associations in which you have been involved (4-H, student government, etc.)

List offices and leadership roles held in school, community and civic clubs and associatons:

List personal achievements, honors and awards received:

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Describe your involvement and accomplishments in equine and UCWHA’s activities:

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Year joined UCWHA: _______________________

FINANCIAL INFORMATION

Please comment on your financial need and the financial support you will receive from parents, guardians or others. NOTE that your financial needs will be considered, but shall NOT be a determining factor in choosing scholarship award recipients. Tax forms are not required.

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Please provide:

$ _______________ Estimated annual cost of education

$ _______________ Financial support provided by applicant

$ _______________ Financial support provided by parents or guardians

$ _______________ Student loans

$ _______________ Other financial support

$ _______________ Other scholarships received (Please list)

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Parents/Guardian’s Name: ____________________________________

Address: ____________________________________

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Occupation: _______________________________________________

Number of Siblings: ____________

Number of Siblings attending college: _____________

LOCAL PRESS RELEASE

A recent 3 X 5 head and shoulders photograph of the applicant must accompany all applications.

Name of applicant’s local newspaper: _________________________________

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Phone number: ___________________________

Scholarships will be awarded at the May 13, 2010 General Membership Meeting

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REFERENCES

At least two (2) letters of recommendations on behalf of the applicant must also be submitted with the application. Required letters include:

One from UCWHA member, 4-H, FFA, civic or community leader
One from applicant’s high school principal, counselor, college advisor or faculty member

List those requested to write letters of recommendation:

Name: ______________________________

Title: ________________________________

Address: _____________________________

_____________________________

Name: ______________________________

Title: ________________________________

Address: _____________________________

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Name: ______________________________

Title: ________________________________

Address: _____________________________

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REFERENCE LETTERS SHOULD BE SENT DIRECTLY TO THE SCHOLARSHIP CHAIR PERSON: Tom Williford

804 Enclave Point

Cookeville, Tennessee 38506

The information in this application is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge.

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Signature of Applicant Date