Scholarship Application Template 2003

Ghana Technology University College – Presidents Scholarship Program

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Ghana Technology University College

President’s Scholarship Program

1. Refer to criteria below for eligibility requirements.

2. Refer to application process below for a list of the supporting documents needed (i.e., reference forms, evidence

of CWA, etc.) Incomplete applications will not be considered.

3. If any question does not apply to you in this application please put “N/A” in the space.

4. Type or print legibly. Illegible applications will be returned to you. You may also download a copy of the

application online at www.gtuc.edu.gh

5. You will be notified either by mail or by phone regarding the status of your application.

6. If you have any questions about the application, please call the office of the President (GTUC) at 0302-200627

NOTE: The scholarship programme will be renewable each academic year based on the academic performance.

Purpose: To Provide scholarships to deserving students interested in or intending to pursue diploma, degree and

post-graduate courses of study at either GTUC.

Award Components: This should state the amount to be awarded and the number of people who would qualify for

the award of the scholarship.

Criteria:

1. For fresh men (and women) the applicant must possess an aggregate of at most 10.

2. For continuing and post graduate students, applicants must have a CWA of at least 70.00 to be considered

for selection.

3. Applicant must demonstrate positive community involvement and academic performance, determined

through statement of purpose.

Application Process:

Applicant must submit the following items:

1. Completed application form (if handwritten, please print legibly)

2. Letter of application addressed to the Scholarship Committee. The letter should contain a brief explanation

of career goals and biographical (background) information.

3. Three (3) letters of recommendations from choice of high school teachers, administrators, counselors,

employers, or individual with significant knowledge of applicant’s experience and involvement.

4. An official and recent high school transcript with cumulative grade point average and a class

standing/rank.

Deadline for all the application will be published before the academic year commences. Applications

received after this published date will not be considered.

Please mail OR submit application in person to:

The President’s Scholarship Program,

The Office of The President,

Ghana Technology University College,

Private Mail Bag 100,

Tesano.

Accra.

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The President’s Scholarship Scheme

Application Form

Please type or print your answers. (If the application is illegible it will be returned to you)

1.

Last Name:

First Name:

2.

Address of Applicant:

3.

Daytime Telephone Number:

4.

Date of Birth: Month Day Year

5.

Course Pursued (or to be pursued) at GTUC:

Current Level:

6.

Courses enrolled or registered for during coming academic year (For Continuing Students)

Corse Details Course Code

: ___________________________________ ________________________________________

Proof of acceptance or current student enrollment is required prior to receipt of funds.

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7.

Prior Entry qualification results (e.g. W.A.S.S.C.E,G.C.S.E. Advanced Level, H.N.D., City and Guilds etc)

Subject taken Result attained

: _____________________________________ ________________________________________

Proof of students result will be required to be seen.

8.

Cumulative Weighted Average (CWA): __________ (On a scale of 1.00 -100.00) – For Continuing

students

Attach proof of CWA. Your most recent official school transcript required.

9.

Name & address of father / guardian (if applicable):

Name (s)

______________________________________________________________________________

Mailing Address:

_______________________________________________________________________________

Phone number of father:

10.

Name & address of mother:

Name (s)

______________________________________________________________________________

Mailing Address:

_______________________________________________________________________________

Phone number of mother:

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11.

List the name of any secondary or high schools and colleges you have attended.

Name of School(s) attended

Year

Began

Year

Ended

Year

Graduated

Type of Diploma

/ Degree /

Certification

Received

A.

B.

C.

D.

12.

List expenses you expect to incur per semester : (Approximate figures acceptable)

A.

Tuition: Amount: Gh¢

B.

Books: Amount: Gh¢

C.

Room & Board: Amount: Gh¢

D.

Other expenses: Amount: Gh¢

E.

Other expenses: Amount: Gh¢

13.

List other income that you expect to receive per semester: (Approximate figures acceptable)

A

Personal: Amount: Gh¢

B.

Other Scholarship(s): Amount: Gh¢

C.

Grants: Amount: Gh¢

D.

Student Loan(s): Amount: Gh¢

E.

Other Financial Resources: Amount: Gh¢

Use an additional sheet if you need more room to list financial information requested in items 12 & 13.

14.

What are your educational and professional goals and objectives?

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15.

List your academic honors, awards and membership activities while in high school , University or during your

stay at GTUC:

-

16.

List your community service activities, hobbies, outside interests, and extracurricular activities:

-

17.

A. The following items must be attached to this application in order for the application to qualify to be

reviewed by the scholarship committee.

B. Your application will be returned to you if these items are not attached to this application. (No

exceptions.)

C. Circle “YES” or “NO” to be sure you have attached each item as required.

YES

NO

Three (3) reference forms. Return these completed forms in a sealed envelope from your

nominated referees.

YES

NO

Proof of University college acceptance or current student enrollment. A letter of college

acceptance or program acceptance is required for receipt of funds.

YES

NO

Most recent official high school or official college transcript. Photocopies of your

transcript are not acceptable, unless they are certified and stamped by the issuing authority .

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STATEMENT OF ACCURACY

I hereby affirm that all the above stated information provided by me is true and correct to the best of my knowledge. I

also consent that my picture may be taken and used for any purpose deemed necessary to promote the program.

I hereby understand that if chosen as a scholarship winner, Scholarship policy, I must provide evidence of

enrollment/registration at the faculty of my choice before scholarship funds can be awarded.

Signature of scholarship applicant: _________________________________ Date: _______________________

The President’s Scholarship Program,

The Office of The President,

Ghana Telecom University College,

Private Mail Bag 100,

Tesano.

Accra

Office Use Only - Please tick to indicate which of the requirement have been complied to.

Requirements

Yes

No

1.

Is the applicant applying for the first time?

2.

Have passport pictures provided been endorsed?

3

Has the applicant provided all needed documentary evidence or proof of qualification

criteria as expected e.g. transcripts and certificates from past institutions

4

Has the applicant been offered admission to offer the programme?

5

Is the applicant current grade within the limit required?

- Was the Applicant successful? : Yes [ ] No [ ]

- What was the reason for rejection if applicable : ____________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

- How much has been awarded to the applicant : ___________________________________

Signature: ___________________________

Name : ____________________________

Date : __/____/____