2017 HARRY JEROME SCHOLARSHIP AWARD
This award is administered by BC Athletics and financed by the Vancouver Foundation. The deadline for submissions for this award will close at 5:00pm on the 3rd Friday of May each year. (May 19th, 2017)
Eligible applicants must be residents of British Columbia and matriculating students progressing to full-time post secondary study. Scholarship(s) will be awarded to individual(s) who: have demonstrated exceptional ability and show considerable promise in Track & Field, Road or Cross Country Running (Athletics); demonstrate financial need; have attained an acceptable academic record and; have demonstrated qualities of character and leadership.
Award amount is based on available funding from the Vancouver Foundation.
Applicants must:
- Submit a brief biographical letter noting family background, educational history and plans, as well as career or vocational aspirations.
- Provide three letters of reference, one from each of: the principal, Track & Field coach, and other appropriate sources.
- Submit a verified statement of marks or academic transcript.
- Complete and submit the accompanying Application and Athletics (Track & Field, Road and Cross Country Running) Achievements forms.
The award(s) will be announced by the time of the BC High School Track & Field Championships.
The award will be paid to the student's account at his/her place of study upon confirmation of registration. The award will be applied first to fees and subsequently to other appropriate educational expenses.
Applications should be addressed to:
HARRY JEROME SCHOLARSHIP COMMITTEE
c/o B.C. Athletics
2001B - 3713 Kensington Ave.
Burnaby, BC V5B 0A7
Harry Jerome Scholarship Application and Harry Jerome Achievement Forms
