AMERICAN MORGAN HORSE INSTITUTE, INC.
Educational Scholarships
The American Morgan Horse Institute, Inc. encourages excellence in youth by providing scholarships to outstanding young men and women.
The following is a general outline of the program:
1. Five $3,000 scholarships are available annually.
2. The scholarships will be paid directly to a college or university, trade school or vocational
training program within two years after the award of the scholarship. Upon receipt of the
award, a written request from the recipient must be made for payment to the designated
school.
3. The program is open to any young man or woman who is/will be a high school
graduate/GED.
4. The following criteria will be considered important:
a. The applicant has completed or is involved in the American
Morgan Horse Association (AMHA) Horsemastership Program, or
b. the applicant is involved in a 4H/FFA program, or
c. the applicant has won a USA Equestrian (formerly AHSA) and/or
AMHA Medal for equitation, or
d. the applicant has placed in the top two in the junior division or the top
four in the adult division of an open competition program.
5. Selection will be based on the ability and aptitude for serious study, community service,
leadership, financial need and achievement with Morgan horses.
6. Previous winners of an AMHI Scholarship are ineligible to participate a second time.
Previous applicants who did not win a scholarship may re-apply.
7. Applications and three (3) reference letters relative to character, ability and achievement,
with the most recent transcript from high school and school in attendance at the time of
application must be postmarked no later than March 1. All candidates will be notified by
June 15.
8 If, in the opinion of the Selection Committee, no applicant meets the standards as set by the
Committee, the scholarship funds will be held within the AMHI account.
AMERICAN MORGAN HORSE INSTITUTE, INC.
Educational Scholarships
Application
Please type or print in black ink
PERSONAL PROFILE
Legal Name
Last First Middle
Birth Date - - e-mail
Permanent Mailing Address
Street/Apt.#/PO Box
City State Zip Code
Home Telephone Number ( )
Father’s Name Occupation
Mailing Address
Mother’s Name Occupation
Mailing Address
ACTIVITIES PROFILE
HONORS AND DISTINCTIONS
List major honors and distinctions (non-horse related), in order of importance to you, received both in and out of school. Include the basis of the award and the date received. IF YOU HAVE MORE THAN 8, LIST THE 8 MOST IMPORTANT TO YOU
Award/Honor Basis of Award Date Received
EXTRA CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
List below in order of importance to you, your principal extracurricular activities (do not list employment or volunteer work). IF YOU HAVE MORE THAN 8, LIST THE 8 MOST IMPORTANT TO YOU
Activity Years Participated Positions/Offices Held or Honors Won
COMMUNITY SERVICE OR ACTIVITIES
Describe the nature of the activities (examples: Candy Striper, Literacy Volunteer, Church, etc.), your specific role, when you did this, and how much of your time was devoted to each activity. LIST THE 6 MOST IMPORTANT TO YOU
Activity Description of Role Dates Hours
HORSE-RELATED PROFILE
On a separate sheet of 8 1/2" x 11" paper, list the activities in which you have participated including memberships, awards for showing and competition programs and levels of proficiency in the AMHA Horsemastership Program and/or 4H Program and/or FFA.
In 250 words or less, explain how your involvement with horses has enhanced or otherwise affected your life. Provide examples, experiences, etc. in your answer. This statement should be typewritten on a separate 8 1/2" x 11" sheet of paper, using 12 point type, double spaced.
ACADEMIC PROFILE
Secondary School Name
Address
Principal’s Name Telephone ( )
Number in graduating class Your rank in class GPA (based on 4.0)
ACT: Composite Score PSAT: SAT 1: Total Score
Are you currently enrolled in a college, university or vocational institution?
Yes ρ No ρ
If yes, complete the following:
School Name Address
Date Entered Classification Major Pursued/Focus of Study
APPLICANT STATEMENTS
From a financial standpoint, what impact would an AMHI Scholarship have on your education?
In 250 words or less, what is it about you that sets you apart from other scholarship applicants? Provide examples, experiences, etc. in your answer. This statement should be typewritten on an 8 1/2" x 11" separate sheet of paper.
LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION
List the names and address of the three personal references who will be sending us a character reference for you. At least one must be a teacher or counselor.
Name Telephone ( )
Address
Name Telephone ( )
Address
Name Telephone ( )
Address
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Enclose a recent photograph of yourself (no larger than a 5 x 7), which will be appropriate for publicity. Be sure your name and address are written on the back of the photograph. Photos cannot be returned.
Hometown Newspaper
Newspaper’s e-mail
Address
YOUR APPLICATION, PHOTO AND THREE LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION, THE MOST RECENT TRANSCRIPT FROM YOUR HIGH SCHOOL, AND A TRANSCRIPT FROM THE SCHOOL OF ATTENDANCE AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION SHOULD ALL BE SUBMITTED AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.
I certify that all of the information on this form is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge. I also understand that incomplete applications will not be considered by the Scholarship Committee.
Signature of Applicant Date
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
1. Read the Scholarship Program Information Sheet thoroughly.
2. Complete the Application Form.
3. Request character letters from three references, on of which must be a teacher or counselor.
4. Request the most recent transcript from your high school and the school in attendance at the time of application.
5. Send the completed application, photo, three letters of recommendation and transcripts (some schools may require that transcripts be sent direct) to:
AMHI SCHOLARSHIPS
P.O. Box 837
Shelburne, VT 05482-0837
TEL 802-482-5438 ∙ FAX 802-482-6645
e-mail: AMHIoffice@aol.com