

APPLY FOR A SCHOLARSHIP
How to Apply:
1. Review the Guidelines for Applicants.
2. Gather the needed personal information, including name, address, phone number, and email address.
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3. Request a transcript from the Alexandria City High School Guidance Office to be sent to EOA, c/o Debra Collins, 260 Yoakum Pkwy, Apt. 2409, Alexandria, VA 22304 or by email to: info@educationalopportunitiesforalexandrians.org by midnight on March 25, 2025.
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4. Submit three (3) letters of recommendation to be sent either by mail to EOA, c/o Debra Collins, 260 Yoakum Pkwy, Apt. 2409, Alexandria, VA 22304 or by email to: info@educationalopportunitiesforalexandrians.org by midnight on March 25, 2025.
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5. Complete and submit an essay with the scholarship application form on the topic of what the scholarship would do to help advance your academic and career goals/plans. Essay should be between 600-800 words. (Essays will be submitted through the online application form).
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6, Complete and submit a written statement with the scholarship application form describing your extra curricula activities (including work activities) and highlighting any leadership roles. Written statements should be between 200-400 words. (Written statements will be submitted through the online application form).
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7. Fill out the online application form by midnight, March 25, 2025.
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8. Applicants will be notified via email and mail by April 30, 2025.
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Questions? Contact info@educationalopportunitiesforalexandrians.org
February 19, 2025:
Applications Open.
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March 25, 2025:
Applications Due by Midnight.
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April 30, 2025:
Applicants Notified of Scholarship Decisions via Email and Mail.