THE COLLEGE OF MARIN FOUNDATION
The College of Marin Foundation is a non-profit organization of dedicated community members who support the College of Marin by raising funds for students and college programs. These funds are donated by individuals, foundations, businesses and organizations in Marin County.
Each year the College of Marin Foundation awards a variety of scholarships to College of Marin students. The scholarships range from $150 - $1500 and are awarded each spring for the next academic year. Awards are available for graduating students, students who will be continuing their studies at College of Marin, and students transferring to 4-year schools.
APPLICATION PROCEDURES & ELIGIBILITY
All application materials must be completed and received in the Financial Aid Office at either the Kentfield or Indian Valley campus by 4:00 p.m., Monday, March 5, 2012. The College of Marin Foundation Scholarship Committee reviews applications. Recipients are selected on the basis of financial need, academic performance and individual merit, in addition to the criteria that may have been specified by the scholarship donor. Criteria vary according to the wishes of the donor and may require that the recipient be enrolled in a particular major or meet other qualifications.
To be eligible for a scholarship, students must meet the following criteria at the time of application:
- Have completed at least 15 units at College of Marin in a major or in general education.
- Have a College of Marin cumulative grade point average (GPA) of at least 2.75.
- Be enrolled in at least 6 units at College of Marin.
Submit all of the following to the Financial Aid Office at either the Kentfield or Indian Valley campus by 4:00 p.m., Monday, March 5, 2012:
- The completed and signed application form.
- One letter of recommendation from a College of Marin instructional faculty member who is aware of your current academic work.
- A one-page statement about your current educational and career goals, your personal achievements, and why you are deserving of a scholarship.
Please note:It is recommended that applications be typed or printed using black ink. The quality of your application will reflect the thoughtfulness and effort you put into it.
Applicants will be notified of their status in early May. At the Awards Ceremony held in May, 2012, recipients will be notified which scholarship they have received, the amount, and the procedures for receiving the scholarship. If you have questions, contact the College of Marin Foundation Office at (415) 485-9382 or 485-9657.
Applications may be obtained from the Financial Aid office at either campus or downloaded from the College of Marin Foundation website at www.comf.org.