ABA SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM

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AMERICAN BRIDGE ASSOCIATION, INC.

F. Alberta Peterson Scholarship

Eligibility for Scholarship

Who May Apply: Any undergraduate student who has successfully completed one or more years of college or one or more terms in a post-secondary trade or vocational school. Applicants must reside in the Section from which they are applying and submit proper verification.

  • Complete the F. Alberta Peterson Scholarship application.
  • Submit an official transcript of the latest completed school semester.
  • Submit a verified statement of financial need.
  • Submit three (3) personal references:
    • One must be from an ABA member (include ABA number).
    • One from a college, university, vocational or trade school staff professional.
  • Have a minimum GPA of 2.5.
  • Submit a short typed autobiography (please include your college classification).

How to Submit

Mail all of the required documents for review to your Local, Unit, or Section Scholarship Chairperson. Forms may be requested from the Local, Unit, Section or National Scholarship Chairperson, or downloaded online at www.ababridge.org.

Important Dates

  • Forms are generally distributed prior to May 30.
  • Return completed forms to Section Chairpersons by June 30 (deadlines may vary by Section).
  • All completed applications must be received by the National Scholarship Chairperson by July 15.
  • Final award confirmation is made at the ABA Summer National Tournament.
  • Stipend checks are mailed to awardees by late September or October 31 after enrollment and attendance are verified.
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Contact Information

National Scholarship Chairperson:
Debra H. Cotton
5910 Ridgeway Drive
Houston, TX 77033
Phone: 713-738-9927
Email: dhcotton2@comcast.net

Or contact your Sectional Scholarship Chairperson for more information.

 

Awarding scholarships  is one of the major community projects of the American Bridge Association.  The number of scholarships awarded is currently three (3) for each of the eight sections, $1000.00 per recipient.  The Scholarship Program is funded through proceeds from the Nationwide Scholarship Game, scholarship games sponsored by Sections/Units/Clubs and other funds from the ABA Educational and Charitable Foundation, Inc. The Scholarship Committee is composed of a chairperson and two (2) members from each section.  Every attempt should be made to maintain continuity on this committee. 

AMERICAN BRIDGE ASSOCIATION, INC.

F. ALBERTA PETERSON SCHOLARSHIP

ELIGIBILITY FOR SCHOLARSHIP

WHO MAY APPLY: Any undergraduate student who has successfully completed one or more years of college or one or more terms in a post-secondary trade or vocational school. Proof of residing in the Section where requesting and returning the application is required.

  • Complete the F. Alberta Peterson Scholarship application.
  • Submit an official transcript of latest completed school semester.
  • Submit a verified statement of financial need.
  • Submit three (3) personal references:
    • One must be from an ABA member (include ABA number).
    • One must be from a college, university, vocational or trade school staff professional.
  • Have a minimum GPA of 2.5.
  • Submit a short typed autobiography (please include your college classification).

Mail all of the above for review to the Local, Unit, or Section Scholarship Chairperson.

Forms may be requested from the Local, Unit, Section or National Scholarship Chairperson; or online at www.ababridge.org.

IMPORTANT DATES

  • Applications and renewal forms are generally distributed prior to May 30.
  • Return forms to Section Chairpersons by June 30 (note: section deadlines may vary).
  • All completed applications must be received by the National Scholarship Chairperson by July 15.
  • Final award confirmation is made at the ABA Summer National Tournament.

Upon verification of enrollment and attendance, stipend checks are sent by the ABA Educational and Charitable Foundation directly to the awardees' home address by late September or October 31 of each year.

CONTACT

National Scholarship Chairperson
Debra H. Cotton
5910 Ridgeway Drive
Houston, TX 77033
713-738-9927
dhcotton2@comcast.net