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Scholarship Application Scoring Rubric
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Student Name: _________________________________________________
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Scholarship ____________________________________________________Reviewer's Score
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Personal Statement
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Most kids grow up idolizing superheroes, pop stars, or pro athletes. For me, my hero was3.00 to 3.99 20 pts.
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my dad. He taught me how to be respectful, compassionate, understanding, and hardworking.2.00 to 2.9915 pts. _____/25
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Quitting was never an option in our house. You stuck it out and gave it your all. When I went
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through mental struggles as a teenager, I thought about walking away from the sport I loved. I
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felt alone and unsure of my purpose. But my dad never let me stay stuck. He reminded me who I
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was and what I was capable of. Watching him suit up in his scrubs day after day, even when he
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was tired, inspired me. His drive to serve others and provide for his family showed me what real
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strength looks like.
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I want to become a nurse because I’ve seen firsthand the impact compassion can have on
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someone who’s struggling. Whether that’s a patient in a hospital bed or a teenager feeling lost,
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people need someone who cares, someone who listens, someone who shows up. I want to be a3 pts. _____/3
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nurse who not only treats physical symptoms but also brings peace, encouragement, and hope OR
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into the room.5 pts. _____/5
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Academically, I’ve always taken pride in being focused and driven. I currently hold a 4.0
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GPA and am on track to be valedictorian of my class. I’m a College Credit Plus student, involved
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in the Spanish Club and Beta Club, and I’ve earned multiple “Student of the Month” and3 pts. _____/3
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academic achievement awards.7 pts. _____/7
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But grades aren’t the only thing that defines me. I served as Junior Class President and
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currently Senior Class President, played varsity soccer, and helped tutor students needing20 pts. _____/20
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support. I’ve learned to balance work, school, sports, and faith, and I carry that discipline into
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everything I do.
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Faith is at the core of who I am. My relationship with God has shaped my values and
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helped me find peace during some of the hardest times in my life. I’ve volunteered through my
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church in building shelters, serving foster children, and helping wherever I’m needed. I try to5 pts. _____/5
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live each day with purpose and integrity, not just when people are watching, but when no one5 pts. _____/5
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else sees my actions.5 pts. _____/5
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I plan to attend Kent State University at Trumbull for nursing because it’s more than just
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a career step; it’s where I want to grow into the kind of man and caregiver I’ve always looked up2 pts. _____/2
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to. This scholarship would help reduce the financial burden of college and allow me to focus onloll
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my education. Book prices and supplies aren’t getting cheaper so this scholarship would make aTotal Score ____/100
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significant difference. I’m excited to learn and to apply my skills in the real world, and
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eventually serve as a registered nurse who’s known not just for knowledge, but for heart.
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I believe God gives each of us gifts, and mine is to care deeply for people and lead with
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empathy. That’s exactly what I’ll bring to the patients and communities I’ll serve.
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Academic Profile
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● Graduating Class: 2026
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● Unweighted GPA: 4.0
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● Class Rank: Projected Valedictorian (1 out of 41)
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● ACT Score: 25 Composite
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● Honors & Coursework:
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○ Honors Student & College Credit Plus (CCP) Program
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○ 4 Years of Spanish
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○ 2 Years of Fine Arts
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○ Technology Courses
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● Academic Recognition:
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○ Numerous Academic Awards for Outstanding Dedication in the Classroom.
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○ Multiple “Student of the Month” Awards
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○ Beta Club Member (National Academic Honor Society)
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○ Spanish Club Member
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○ Science Award for Junior Class
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Leadership & Service
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● Senior and Junior Class President
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● Student Council Member
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● Student Advisory Committee
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● Young Leader Award Recipient
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● Student Tutor – Peer-to-peer academic support
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● House Sitter – Principal and community (entrusted to stay the night multiple nights)
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● Dog Sitter & Lawn Care Provider – Community members
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● School Janitor Assistant – Summer maintenance help
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● SMASH Club Member
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● Active Church Member – Devoted Christian, community-focused
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● Former Foster Home Volunteer – Assisted with children in need of a loving home
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● Volunteer at Church – Built shelters for those in need
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Athletics & Activities
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● Varsity Soccer (4 Years)
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○ 4-Year Letter Winner