The Student Education and Leadership Fund (SELF) is committed to giving back to the community by providing financial assistance to students who are planning to enroll in post-secondary programs of study.  They are now accepting applications for the 2016–2017 award cycle.  And will be awarding at least one scholarship worth a minimum of $6,000.  This scholarship opportunity is open to undocumented students.

Here are the eligibility requirements:

• live in the District of Columbia, Maryland, or Virginia

• will have graduated from high school by July 1, 2017

• plan to enroll in a post-secondary educational program for 2017

• have overcome a significant challenge

• plan to use post-secondary education to have a lasting impact on your community

The deadline to apply is December 31, 2016

For more information and to apply, please visit their official website: SELF Scholarship

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Categories: College Scholarships

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