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Virginia DAR Scholarships
Listed below are the scholarships awarded by the Virginia DAR. No affiliation with the State or National Societies is necessary to qualify for these scholarships. DAR members' children are also eligible to apply.
- American History Scholarship
This $1,000 scholarship ($500 for second place) is awarded to a high school senior in the upper one-third of the class and planning to major in American History. The applicant shall submit with the NSDAR Scholarship Application:
- A letter of not more than 1,000 words setting forth the reasons for desiring an education in American History.
- A transcript of grades, class rank (if applicable and available) and test scores (SAT or ACT), extra-curricular activities and honors received.
- The NSDAR Financial Need Form.
- A recommendation from the principal or guidance counselor and the instructor in American History.
The State Winner's application will be submitted to the National Society for consideration for the $8,000 American History Scholarship awarded by the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution.
- Virginia DAR Scholarship
This $1,000 scholarship ($500 for second place) is awarded to a high school senior who plans to work toward a degree in the field of science, medicine, conservation, ecology, forestry, home arts, genealogical research or American History. The winner MUST attend a Virginia college or university.
- Virginia Nursing Scholarship
This $1,000 scholarship ($500 for second place) is awarded to a high school senior who will continue her/his education at an accredited Virginia school of nursing.
A Fact Sheet, as well as Application and Financial Need forms are available from local DAR chapters and high school guidance counselors, or may be downloaded below. All scholarship applications must be sent to the State Scholarship Chairman by February 1st.
Send email HERE for additional information if needed.
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