GlaxoSmithKline Opportunity Scholarships

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Program Type
Scholarship
Description
Established in 1988 by Burroughs Wellcome Company in the Research Triangle Park, this program offers Triangle residents the opportunity to improve their lives through further education or training.
Eligibility
Eligibility: Applicant must meet the following eligibility requirements
  • Have been a permanent resident of Durham, Orange or Wake County for a minimum of one year
  • Be a US citizen and/or legal resident of the US
  • Demonstrate the potential to succeed despite adversity
  • Have an exceptional desire to improve himself/herself through further education or training
There are no limitations on age, income level, previous education, course of study or training program the applicant is planning to pursue. The scholarship may be used to begin a program or continue a program in which the applicant is already enrolled. It may be used for state universities in North Carolina or community colleges. GlaxoSmithKline Inc. and Triangle Community Foundation employees and their family members are not eligible.
Value
Up to $5,000 per year for a maximum of four years. Between four and six awards are made annually. Scholarship may be applied to expenses for tuition, required fees, and required books. The scholarship is automatically renewable, provided the recipient remains in good standing in the program he or she has chosen.
Application Procedure
Applications may be obtained by clicking "Apply Now" in the Related Links section or by contacting:

Triangle Community Foundation
324 Blackwell Street
Suite 1220
Durham, NC 27701

Please send additional questions to scholarships@trianglecf.org.

All application materials must be postmarked on or before March 15. A selection committee of community leaders determines recipients.
Other Information


Related Links
http://www.trianglecf.org
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