Scholarship Committee
”Service above Self”
Rotary International is global network of business, professional, and community leaders that provide service to others, promote integrity, and advance world understanding, goodwill, and peace.
In more than 160 countries worldwide, approximately 1.2 million Rotarians belong to more than 30,000 Rotary clubs. Rotary International has provided leadership over the past 30 years in the global eradication of polio. The South Everett Mukilteo Rotary Club has over 70 members from a diverse range of vocations who serve their south Everett and Mukilteo community through projects that address many of today's most critical issues, such as children at risk, poverty and hunger, the environment, illiteracy, and violence. We also have programs to benefit our local youth such as scholarships, service opportunities, educational and international exchange programs, vocational and career development.
In more than 160 countries worldwide, approximately 1.2 million Rotarians belong to more than 30,000 Rotary clubs. Rotary International has provided leadership over the past 30 years in the global eradication of polio. The South Everett Mukilteo Rotary Club has over 70 members from a diverse range of vocations who serve their south Everett and Mukilteo community through projects that address many of today's most critical issues, such as children at risk, poverty and hunger, the environment, illiteracy, and violence. We also have programs to benefit our local youth such as scholarships, service opportunities, educational and international exchange programs, vocational and career development.
South Everett Mukilteo Rotary Club Scholarships
The Rotary Club of South Everett Mukilteo will provide over $25,000 in academic scholarships in 2021 to high school seniors from Kamiak, Mariner, Cascade and Aces High Schools who plan to further their education at a 4-year college, community college or vocational training institution.
After review of applicant’s submissions, the Rotary evaluation committee will select finalists for in-person interviews with committee members prior to selecting final scholarship recipients.
The scholarships will be awarded based on the following criteria:
- Commitment to Academics:
- A 3.0 cumulative GPA or better is required.
- Evidence of education as a priority with clear goals for future education
- Commitment to Service:
- Active involvement in extra-curricular activities at school and/or in the community
- Meaningful service work provided within their community and evidence of interest in future service
- Citizenship: Being a respectful and thoughtful member of their school and local communities
Applicants should provide the following with the attached application form:
- Applicant’s unofficial academic transcript
- A letter of recommendation from a teacher, advisor or counselor
- A resume highlighting the applicant’s involvement in extra-curricular organizations and activities and community service organizations and activities. Indicate any leadership positions if held and any awards and honors if received. If applicant has work experience, please provide description.
- Provide an essay (not to exceed 800 words) addressing the following questions:
“In a year heavily impacted by the COVID 19 pandemic that dramatically changed the educational and social activities and opportunities for students, how have you coped as a student and member of your school and local community to make the most of your senior year? How will this affect your plans for the future?”