2011 Scholarship Information
Overview of the Scholarship Process:
The George Bartol Memorial Scholarship Fund was established in 2004 by his wife and daughters. George was a dedicated father, husband, son, brother, and soldier. Education was always very important to Mr. Bartol. He made many sacrifices to ensure the education of his three daughters. To carry on his memory, this scholarship was established to help aid student(s) who have a parent battling a primary brain tumor or student(s) who have lost a parent to a primary brain tumor. The tumor must have originated in the brain. Children of Vietnam Veterans not receiving Chapter 35 benefits are strongly encouraged to apply.
Application Process:
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
1.Must have a parent battling a primary brain tumor or have a parent who has passed away as a result of a primary brain tumor. The tumor must have originated in the brain.
Must have a parent battling a primary brain tumor or have a parent who has passed away as a result of a primary brain tumor. The tumor must have originated in the brain.2.Must be accepted as a full time enrollee at an accredited 2 or 4-year college or university.
Must be accepted as a full time enrollee at an accredited 2 or 4-year college or university.3.Must be eligible to receive the scholarship for at least 2 terms (Spring 2012, Summer 2012 or Fall 2012). Students who are currently in high school should wait to apply until they have entered their selected college or university.
Must be eligible to receive the scholarship for at least 2 terms (Spring 2012, Summer 2012 or Fall 2012). Students who are currently in high school should wait to apply until they have entered their selected college or university.4.Must show proof of good standing with a 2.5 GPA or better.
Must show proof of good standing with a 2.5 GPA or better.5.Must be between the ages of 18 to 23 years old.
Must be between the ages of 18 to 23 years old.Student essays, grades, letters of recommendation, and financial need will be considered when awarding this scholarship.
The George Bartol Scholarship Fund shows no bias toward students of any particular race, religion or gender, none of which will be considered in choosing scholarship recipients.
How To Apply:
Please fill out the attached application and related documents. Please collate submissions into 6 individual packets. Please make sure each page of your application packet includes your name.
Keep a copy of your submission for future reference and mail the completed application to:
George Bartol Memorial Scholarship Fund
c/o Kari Bartol Romano
4614 Edgewater Drive
Orlando, Florida 32804
