Scholarship Application Process

Applications for the McCostis Scholarship Fund take place at two times during the year:

• For snow academies, such as Okemo Mountain School, applications are accepted starting May 1 and must be received by June 30. Notification of awards will be made on or before August 15.

• For weekend and term programs, applications are accepted starting September 1 and must be received by October 31. Notification of awards will be made on or before November 15.

To qualify for a scholarship, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Full time resident of Ludlow, Cavendish, Proctorsville, Chester, Perkinsville, Springfield, Mt. Holly or Plymouth VT.

• Enrolled in grades 7th-12th and in good academic standing

• Demonstrate interest in and commitment to skiing or snowboarding

• Parents or guardians are in need of financial support and are supportive of their child’s pursuit of training

The size of scholarships will be based on need and available funds. Scholarship recipients, and their families, are required to assist with fundraising.

APPLICATION FORM
Completed applications should be sent, according to the schedule above to:

LTC: McCostis Scholarship Fund
PO Box 243
Ludlow, VT 05149

In addition to completing the information below, all applications must include a copy of the most recent year's Vermont Tax Return, as well as a letter of recommendation from a coach or teacher. Letters of recommendation can be e-mailed to  lance@tds.net

Name of Applicant: ______________________________________________________

Home Address:______________________________________________________

Grade and Name of School: ______________________________________

Phone Number: _____________________ E-mail: _____________________________

Snow Program or Academy & Sport (skier, snowboarder, freestyle) _____________________

Cost: _____________________________ (All awards are made directly to the program.)


Applicant Signature: ____________ Parent Signature: _________


An application is not considered complete until the tax information and letter from the coach/teacher has been received. For more information, call Tara Liechensteiger  802-228-3687 or lance@tds.net