Kermit B. Nash Academic Scholarship

May 31, 2008 - Application Deadline

July 17, 2008 - Scholarship Awarded

Purpose/Goal of program

To reward academic achievement of individuals with sickle cell disease and to promote their pursuit of educational goals.

Number of Awards, Amount, and Duration

One award for a total of $5,000 per academic year, up to 4 years.  Award will be disbursed at $2,500 per semester (Fall and Spring) based on academic status.

Who Qualifies

Graduating high school seniors
United States citizens and permanent residents
Individuals with sickle cell disease (individuals with sickle cell trait are not eligible)

Qualification/Selection factors

• Grade Point Average: Minimum of 3.0 unless special hardship demonstrated

• General academic achievement and promise

• SAT Scores

• Leadership and community service

• Quality of essay

• Severity of academic challenges/obstacles posed by sickle cell disease

Maintenance of Scholarship Status in College

Student must remain in “good standing” by definition of college.  Official college transcripts required each semester prior to disbursement of award.  One Semester of academic probation forfeits disbursement; two consecutive semesters of academic probation forfeits the scholarship.

Application Process Applications (which can be reproduced) may be obtained from SCDAA Member Organizations, Comprehensive Sickle Cell Centers and selected Sickle Cell Programs or download here: SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION - pdf APPLICATION GUIDELINES - pdf COUNSELOR/TEACHER EVALUATION - pdf PERSONAL REFERENCES - pdf   Students in regions not covered by local chapters, a Comprehensive Sickle Cell Center, or a Sickle Cell Program may request applications, in writing, from the SCDAA National Office.   All applicants must include physician’s certification of sickle cell status          Scholarship Committee will review all applications and select finalists   Scholarship Committee will conduct telephone interview of final 3 candidates prior to selecting award winner.

Participation at National Convention

• SCDAA will provide round-trip airfare and one-night’s hotel accommodations for Award winner (ONLY) to be introduced at the Gala Awards Banquet during the National Convention

• Award winner will give a short presentation at National Convention

 Essay Topic

Candidates will be asked to write a personal essay, not to exceed 1,000 words, on any aspect of the impact of sickle cell disease on their lives or on society.

Please contact Mr. Manning at 1-800.421.8453 or via email lmanning@sicklecelldisease.org