Alexander Cervone Scholarship

Established in memory of gifted guitarist and musician Alexander Cervone, this scholarship is available to graduating high school seniors of Our Lady of Lourdes High School and Spackenkill High School who have demonstrated a passion or aptitude for music or history. The scholarship will be awarded to individuals who will be full time students at any accredited college or university in the United States. It may be used for tuition, books and fees.

Amount of Award(s):

$1,000

Number of Awards:
1

Type of Award:
One-time scholarship payable to school

Conditions For Continuation:
Non renewable

Current High School:
Our Lady of Lourdes or Spackenkill High School

Current Level of Education:
High School

Eligibility Requirements:
-Graduating senior from Our Lady of Lourdes or Spackenkill High School
-Demonstrated passion for music and/or student/athletes who have demonstrated an  aptitude for history while in High School
-Extra curricular activities
-Essay
-Recommendations
-Financial need

Alternative Materials:
none

Application Details:
With your completed Online Application you will also need to attach the following:

– Essay discussing your career goals (typed, limit to one page or 500 words).
– Most recent high school transcript.
– Copy of your FAFSA Submission Summary and Student Aid Index (SAI), which you will receive when your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) has been completed and submitted.
– Two current letters of recommendation from teachers/guidance counselor, clergy or persons other than family members who are familiar with your skills and abilities. One letter must be related to music or history. These letters must have been written within the last six months.

Deadline: Applications must be submitted online with all attachments by 11:59pm on April 5, 2024.