Scholarship Program :
The Lebanese American Association is proud to announce that they have
awarded four scholarships to students of Lebanese decent attending
universities in the United States. The Educational Program is a top
priority of the LAA, and the organizations future goal is to expand
their contribution to include more scholarship awards. The LAA wishes
to thank all of the members for their continued support. Their financial
contributions make this program possible. Donations can be made directly
to the Scholarship Program.
If you wish to participate please make checks payable to :
LAA Scholarship Program
Then mail it to:
Lebanese American Association
P.O. Box 4464
Burlingame, CA 94010
Who is eligible to apply?
- Any student who is applying to or is currently enrolled in a
higher education institution including college, university, professional
and/or vocational schools at the undergraduate level.
- Applicant must demonstrate financial need.
- Applicant must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident of the
U.S. of Lebanese origin or an international student from Lebanon.(Preference
will be given to students from Northern California.)
What documents are needed?
- Transcript of grades of the last two years of education.
- Filled-out Application. The deadline for receiving applications
is May 1st.
- Copies of both parents income taxes from prior year, if claimed
dependent by parents, or personal income tax return, if independent.
Lebanese students with parents residing abroad must submit a copy
of their financial aid application.
- Copy of acceptance letter from school or if pending any documentation
related to the application(proof of enrollment should be submitted
to the LAA no later than the first week of enrollment), or a copy
of current enrollment.
- Essay of 500 words or less about your educational goals, background
and any other relevant information you would like to share with
the scholarship committee.
- A list of two former or current teachers who can comment on your
education. Please provide their addresses, phone numbers and positions.
To Apply Please send us a letter introducing yourself to:
Scholarship Committee
Lebanese American Association
P.O. Box 4464
Burlingame, CA 94010
Phone: (650) 259-9871 Fax: (650) 259-9874
The deadline for receiving applications is May 1st |
