Leslie C. and Irene G. Roe Athletic Scholarship

The Leslie C. and Irene G. Roe Athletic Scholarship award was created to provide a multi-year award for Dutchess County students who have demonstrated outstanding athletic skills, and will attend a New York State Community College or public College/University (CUNY, SUNY).

Amount of Award(s):
$1,500

Number of Awards:
Varies

Type of Award:
Renewable for up to three additional years and payable to the school

Conditions For Continuation:
In order to continue receiving this scholarship in subsequent years you must provide the Foundation with:
– A copy of your college transcript to show that you have retained a GPA of C+ or above at a NYS community college or state college/university
– A copy of your fall tuition bill.

Current High School:
Any High School in Dutchess County

Current Level of Education:
High School Senior

Eligibility Requirements:
– Senior at Dutchess County high school planning to attend a New York State Community College or public college/university (CUNY,SUNY)
– Demonstrated outstanding athletic skills

Alternative Materials:
– One letter of recommendation must be from a coach.

Application Details:
– Essay discussing your career goals, personal values, and community service (typed, limit to one page or 500 words).
– Most recent high school transcript.
– Resume and/or list of extracurricular activities.
– 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 from a coach. These letters must have been written within the last six months.

Deadline:
Applications must be submitted online with all attachments by March 15,2025.