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“Leaders for America’s Future”
Tami Buffalohead-McGillCreighton University2500 California PlazaOmaha, Nebraska
William H. Gates
Chairman and Chief Software ArchitectMicrosoft Corporation
About The Program
The Gates Millennium Scholars (GMS) program, established in 1999,is a 20-year 1 billion dollar initiative funded by a grant from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation.
The goal of GMS is to promote academic excellence and to provide an annual opportunity for 1,000 outstanding students with significant financial need to reach their fullest potential.
About The Program
UNCF has partnered with the the following organizations to assist in serving the constituencies:
- American Indian Graduate Center Scholars
- The Hispanic Scholarship Fund
- The Organization of Chinese Americans
Eligibility Criteria
African American, American Indian/Alaska Native, Asian Pacific Islander American and Hispanic American;
American Indians/Alaska Natives must have valid
proof of United States tribal enrollment (state & federally recognized tribes) or certificate of Indian blood (CIB).
Citizen/legal permanent resident or national of the United States;
Cumulative GPA of 3.3 on a 4.0 scale; at the time of submission;
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
Degree-seeking freshman in the Fall of the program year; (high school seniors, GED students, non-traditional)
Entering a U.S. accredited college or university as a full-time student;
Has demonstrated leadership abilities through
participation: Community service Extracurricular or other activities such as tribal
involvement
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
Eligibility for the Federal Pell Grant
can only be determined through the
submission of a Free Application
for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA);
Send FAFSA to the U.S. Department
of Education, Federal Student Aid
Programs by March 1, 2007.
Colleges And Universities
GMS Scholars attend 1000 colleges and universities across the country, including:
Community or Junior Colleges
Agricultural, Technical and Specialized Colleges
Four-Year Public Institutions
Four-Year Private Institutions
Ivy Leagues
Degree Options
Undergraduate.Any discipline area of interest.
Graduate.Education, engineering, library
science, public health, mathematics or science.
Candidate
Selection
Must complete and submit FAFSA.
Award based on cost of attendance and covers unmet need as determined by financial aid award letter.Tuition & fees.Room and board.Books.
Formula for Determining Need
Cost of Attendance (COA)
- Expected Family Contribution (EFC)
Equals = Demonstrated Need
Examples of Scholarship AmountCreighton UniversityTuition & Fees $24,926Room & Board $ 7,842Health Insurance $ 1,677Laptop Computer $ 1,880Books $ 1,000Personal Expenses $ 1,400Travel $ 800DEMO $39,525
Pell $4,050Grant $3,000Scholarship $1,000EFC (your contribution) $ 0
$8,050
Gates Contribution: $31,475
Creighton UniversityTuition & Fees $24,926Room & Board $ 7,842Health Insurance $ 1,677Laptop Computer $ 1,880Books $ 1,000Personal Expenses $ 1,400Travel $ 800DEMO $39,525
Pell $ 550Grant $3,000Scholarship $1,000EFC (your contribution) $3,500
$8,050
Gates Contribution: $31,475
Dec. 152005
The deadline for submission of Nomination Materials is January 12, 2007 at 11:59 p.m.
2006 NOMINATION PROCESS
Deadline:
01/12/07
There are three components of the GMS scholarship nomination process:
Nominee Personal Information Form: to be completed by the student.
Nominator Form: to be completed by an educator.
Recommender Form: to be completed by an individual who knows the student and is familiar with the student’s community service and leadership activities.
THREE COMPONENTS
Nominator
Nominator requirements:
Be familiar with the student’s academic performance to respond to questions concerning academic achievement.
Be aware of GMS eligibility requirements and nominate only those students who are deemed eligible.
Institutional nominations will not be accepted.
Recommender
A recommender form is also required for a complete package.
Recommenders can be:Supervisor at work.
Community group leader.
Any other adult who is familiar with the nominee’s community service and leadership activities.
A Successful Submission
Submit the required forms on time. ALL three (Nominee, Nominator, Recommender) forms must be submitted.
Take responsibility. A successful submission occurs when there is a partnership between the Nominee, Nominator, and Recommender.
Keep confirmation of E-mail submissions for your records.
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Sample Academic Honors/Awards
• National Honor Society• Honor roll, all high school
semesters• Minority Scholars• Perfect Attendance• Academic Letter • Student of the week • Upward Bound Math and Science
Most Improved in Physics
Sample Athletic Honors/Awards
• Scholar Athlete• Track Letter, Football Letter, etc.• Member, State Championship Team• All State• Most Valuable Player• All Metro Player• Fastest 100 yard Dash in State• Defensive Softball Player of the year
(Catcher)
Sample Extracurricular Honors/Awards
• Selected for Upward Bound program
• Selected for the Bridge to Success Program
• Chosen for Youth Leadership Conference
• Welcome speaker a conference• Internship with Smithsonian
Institution- National Museum of the American Indian
Sample Community/Artistic Honors/Awards
• Performer in the "Rose Legend" in the classic "Beauty & the Beast”
• Honorable Mention for Artwork • Division 1 State Marching Band • University of Iowa Summer Workshop-
Best Feature Photo Essay • Awarded Certificate of Appreciation,
from the Public Library for volunteer services to the Library
• Special Award for Contributions to the Mannford Historical Society
Honors and Awards Example
C. Accomplishments
15. Honors and Awards
Type of Honor/Award: Academic Date Rec’d: 08/27/2005
Name of Award: National Honor Society (10th-12th)
Description of Award (500 characters or less)
I was inducted into the National Honor Society for maintaining a GPA of 3.75 or higher. I earned this award by achieving a 3.9 GPA all semesters during high school.
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Sample School Leadership
• Homecoming Committee• Student Council/Government• Varsity Basketball Team• Drama Club• Native American Club• Yearbook/School Newspaper• Debate/Speech Team• School Play• Mentor/Tutor• Translator
Sample Church Leadership
• Church Youth Group• Youth Minister• CCD Leader• Alter boy• Choir Member• Bible Study Group
Leadership Example
D. Leadership
18. Leadership Roles
Name of Organization: Ponca City High School Student Council
From: August 1, 2006 To: May 1, 2007
Position Held/Role: Secretary
Description of Activities (500 words or less)
As the Secretary I am responsible for maintaining minutes and coordinating student council meetings. I also help plan and implement fundraising projects.
Sample Culture/Family/Work Leadership
• Dance/Drum Group• Cultural performer
– Dragon Dance– Jingle Dress Dancer– Ballet Folklorico – Hula
• Mentor/Tutor• Translator• Supervisor• Trainer
D. Leadership
18. Leadership Roles
Name of Organization: Yazzie Family
From: August 1, 2006 To: August 3, 2007
Position Held/Role: Fire Chief
Description of Activities (500 words or less)
I assist with Native American Church ceremonies held for the Yazziefamily. My duties included maintaining the fire throughout the
ceremony. This honorable role was bestowed upon me by a Dine community elder.
Traditional Leadership Example
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