Naval Weather Service Association

SCHOLARSHIP AWARD
Submission Details for 2010-2011

We have updated our application and the submission process. You will find everything you need on our website at
http://www.navalweather.org/NWSA_Scholarships.htm

The application and instructions may be downloaded anytime. The application is available in a .doc format so that you can submitted the application electronically.

Applications should be submitted after Jan 1st 2010 so that fall semester grades are available. We review applications after the April 15th submission deadline. The committee makes award recommendations in time for our annual reunion meeting. The next award selection will be determined on May 2nd 2010. Lump sum awards will be made in time for fall classes, generally before 1 September 2010.

One of the changes in the submission process is that you no longer need a sponsor to submit an application. Naturally this places more responsibility on the applicant to carefully complete that application in a timely, complete and accurate manner. However, we do encourage you to contact the local chapter if you have general questions or want someone to offer comments on your goal statement etc.

Download Application

Feel free to contact me using the following email address: http://nwsascholarships@navalweather.org

Regards

Mike Gilroy Lcdr, Ret
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NWSA SCHOLARSHIP Committee Chairman

NAVAL WEATHER SERVICE ASSOCIATION: During the 1960’s, senior Aerographer’s Mates assigned to ships and shore stations in Virginia’s Tidewater area originated the idea of an association of retired and active duty Navy and Marine Corps weather personnel. This idea evolved into the establishment of a non-profit organization called the Naval Weather Service Association (NWSA) in 1975. The purpose of this association is a) to help Navy and Marine Corps people who have worked in the fields of meteorology and oceanography keep in contact with one another after retirement and b) to help members remain aware of current developments in the above fields and events in today’s ever-changing Navy. These goals are furthered through an annual reunion held at different locations within the

United States

NWSA SCHOLARSHIP COMMITTEE: It was suggested in 1978 during an annual NWSA business meeting in Norfolk , VA that a Scholarship Program be established to assist dependents of members. In 1979 the Scholarship Program was formalized and eligibility was expanded. The NWSA Scholarship Fund has gained sufficient popularity and support to permit consistent monetary awards to qualified students. A three-person Scholarship Committee administers the program and reports to the NWSA membership.

NWSA SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM: NWSA offers several annual scholarship grants, ranging from $1000 to $3000. The amount and number of awards may vary each year. The program’s purpose is to assist students who plan a career in the fields of Meteorology, Oceanography or Aerospace Engineering. Selection and Award levels are determined on a basis of proven scholastic ability. Financial need may also be used in selection process. Applicants are asked to explain how their choice of a degree program relates to their career objective in their chosen field (see PART III - ACHIEVEMENTS AND GOALS in the application form).

· Applicants must be entering college or currently enrolled in the year they apply for assistance.

· Applicants must plan to pursue a degree in the atmospheric or related oceanic sciences or aerospace engineering.

· Freshmen must include their eight-semester high school transcript and available college transcripts.

· Sophomores and juniors are not required to submit high school transcripts, but must submit available college transcripts.

· Additional documents required on the application form and any document which the applicant deems important for consideration.

All Applicants are encourage to comment on the following areas in their essay or goals statements

· Commitment to a career in Meteorology, Oceanography or Aerospace Engineering.

· Your academic record as an indicator of your potential to complete your chosen major.

TERMS. The NWSA Scholarship Award may be used by the Awardees to pay for any expenses incurred at college, including tuition, fees, books, supplies, and equipment or any other expenses necessary to complete the required education.

APPLICATIONS. Applications for the NWSA Scholarship Program should be obtained from the Association’s web site at: http://www.navalweather.org/NWSA_Scholarships.htm, your high school counselor, from a member of the NWSA scholarship committee, the Sec/Treasurer. Applicants are encouraged to contact the nearest NWSA chapter to learn more about the scholarship application process http://www.navalweather.org/NWSA_Chapter_Regional.htm.