

SCHOLARSHIP CRITERIA
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Welcome to the Youngblood Eveleth Charitable Foundation, where we champion academic excellence among high school wrestlers and inspire them to pursue higher education. We invite applications from both public and private school wrestlers who have demonstrated outstanding academic performance, leadership qualities, and a clear commitment to their career goals.
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The Youngblood Eveleth Wrestling Scholarship is tailored for high school wrestlers aspiring to pursue a 2-year or 4-year college or university education. Scholarship amounts may vary based on our fundraising initiatives, and previous recipients have been awarded amounts ranging from $1,000 to $10,000. Join us in fostering the academic success of young wrestlers and supporting their journey towards a brighter future.
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There are two components to the Youngblood Eveleth Wrestling Scholarship:
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Wrestler Application
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Coach's Nomination
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Only complete applications including a coach's nomination will be considered.
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Eligibility
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Must be a high school senior;
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Must live in Maryland or Washington, DC.;
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Overall High School Grade Point Average of 2.5 or better;
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Participated in wrestling for at least one year;
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Nominated by high school coach;
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Scholarship to be used for two-year or four-year college or university;
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Has not accepted a full scholarship award or grant (athletic or academic).
Criteria for Evaluation
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Nomination by coach;
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Academic achievement;
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Potential for success;
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Leadership and character;
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Indication of how athletic competition has aided in personal growth.
Nomination Materials
The following materials must be provided to the Scholarship Committee:
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Application completed by student and signed by high school coach;
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Essay provided by student 500 words or less;
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High school transcript;
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Coach’s nomination form and nomination letter.
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