Princeton Area Community Foundation - The Hensor Scholarship

Princeton Area Community Foundation - Hensor Scholarship

The A. Myrtle Hensor Teaching Scholarship

Established in 1981, this scholarship was made possible through the generosity of A. Myrtle Hensor, a Princeton Business and Professional Women, Inc. (BPW) member.

The A. Myrtle Hensor Teaching Scholarship is administered through the Princeton Area Community Foundation.

Award:

One $1,000 scholarship to prepare for a career in education will be awarded annually for one year of study at a four-year college or university, two-year college or vocational school.

Eligibility:

The applicant must be a female graduating Princeton High School senior who is planning to pursue a career in education.

This is a competitive scholarship, and the recipient will be selected based on financial need, achievement and character.

Method of Application and Due Date:

Obtain application form from the Guidance Office or here
Submit the completed application and all required attachments to the Princeton Area Community Foundation at 15 Princess Road, Lawrenceville, NJ 08648 by May 1.

The scholarship will be mailed directly to the institution where the student is enrolled on July 31.

Be Sure to Include:

Application form with A. Myrtle Hensor Teaching Scholarship checked in the box
Student Aid Report (SAR) generated by FAFSA
A copy of your college financial aid award letter
A copy of your acceptance letter from college or vocational school
A personal statement reflecting your interest in pursuing a career in education
Two letters of recommendation
High school transcript
Additional supporting materials if you wish (optional)

Princeton Area Community Foundation
15 Princess Road, Lawrenceville, NJ 08648 tel: 609.219.1800 fax: 609.219.1850

info@pacf.org

Nancy W. Kieling, President and Executive Director