AFSCME Family Scholarship
Scholarship Sponsored by AFSCME Family Scholarship Program Washington, DC
Description
The AFSCME Family Scholarship Program offers financial support to graduating high school seniors from households with AFSCME members. The program aims to improve access to postsecondary education and reduce the financial burden for first-time college students. Awards are intended to support full-time enrollment and academic progress toward a degree. The program accepts students from any field of study and seeks to provide multiyear support for successful recipients.
Description: A yearly scholarship program for graduating seniors from AFSCME member families that supports college access and persistence.
- Targets graduating high school seniors connected to AFSCME households.
- Supports full-time college enrollment and degree pursuit.
- Open to any field of study.
Eligibility
Applicants must be graduating high school seniors at the time of application and have an AFSCME connection through a parent, legal guardian, or financially responsible grandparent who is a full dues‑paying member. At the time the scholarship is awarded, recipients must be enrolled full time in an eligible degree program at an accredited four‑year institution or at a two‑year institution whose credits will transfer to a four‑year institution. The selection process evaluates applicants against these membership and enrollment criteria. Other documentation or requirements may be specified on the application form.
Eligibility: Graduating seniors with an AFSCME family connection who will enroll full time in an eligible degree program.
- Applicant must be a graduating high school senior at application time.
- Parent, guardian, or financially responsible grandparent must be a full dues‑paying AFSCME member.
- Must enroll full time in an eligible accredited institution when the scholarship is awarded.
Award Value
The program awards ten scholarships each year, with each scholarship providing $2,000 annually. Scholarships are renewable for up to three additional years — for a maximum of four total years — provided the student remains enrolled full time. Renewal is contingent on continued enrollment and any renewal criteria the program may set. Funds may be applied to tuition, fees, and other education‑related expenses in any field of study.
Award Value: Ten annual scholarships of $2,000, renewable each year for up to four years with full‑time enrollment.
- Ten awards granted annually.
- $2,000 per award each year.
- Renewable up to a total of four years with full‑time enrollment.
- Usable for any field of study and typical college expenses.
Application Timeline
Completed applications and all required documentation must be returned and postmarked by the December deadline each year. The program requires timely submission to be considered; late or incomplete applications are typically not accepted. Specific calendar dates and submission instructions are provided on the official application materials. Applicants should review the application packet carefully to ensure all components are included before mailing.
Application Timeline: Applications and supporting materials must be postmarked by the December deadline.
- Complete application and required documents are required for consideration.
- Materials must be postmarked by the December deadline.
- Follow the official application instructions for submission details.
History of the Award
The AFSCME Family Scholarship Program has evolved to reflect changes in college admissions practices and applicant needs. In 2022, AFSCME adopted a test‑optional policy for this scholarship: applicants are not required to submit SAT or ACT scores, though the selection committee may consider scores if provided. The program continues to focus on providing sustained financial support to students from AFSCME families. Any additional historical details or program changes are documented in the official program materials.
History of the Award: The program adopted a test‑optional policy in 2022 and remains centered on multiyear support for AFSCME families.
- 2022: test‑optional policy adopted for SAT/ACT submissions.
- Selection committee may consider standardized test scores if provided.
- Program continues to emphasize multiyear financial support.