Frequently Asked Questions
Will I be considered for all scholarships if I don’t complete the financial form?
No. You must complete the financial form to be considered for all scholarships. Checking “I prefer not to answer” is considered completing the financial form. And remember, your financial information is seen only by one person and is then destroyed for privacy reasons.
My combined family income is more than $200,000. Will I qualify for need based scholarships?
Because every family’s circumstances are different, it is entirely possible that a family with a combined income of $200,000 or more may qualify for a needs based scholarship, especially if there are multiple children in the household that plan to attend college.
Many scholarships indicate “to be elaborated on in an separate paragraph.” Do I need to submit an paragraph for each scholarship I would like to be considered for?
A separate paragraph/short essay may be required for Type II scholarships. This is in addition to the general essay. The benefactor of the particular scholarship is looking for a candidate with certain qualities.
For the Type III scholarships that require a department chair recommendation, do I need to get the recommendation from the department chair?
No. The department chairs’ are aware of the scholarships to be awarded and the department chairs will make the recommendation to the committee as to who should be awarded the scholarship.
I lost my application. How do I get another?
You may print an application from this website (visit the Scholarships page), or you can obtain an application from the Minnechaug Regional High School Guidance Office.
May I handwrite my application?
Handwritten applications are accepted. However, typed applications are much easier for the scholarship committee to review. Please remember to spell check your application.
How do I know if my application is complete?
Please use the checklist provided with the application to ensure you are submitting all required materials before submitting.
Are late applications accepted?
Only applications postmarked by the due date will be considered.
I have a question while I’m completing my scholarship application. Who can I ask?
Please send an email with your question to wilbrahamhampdenscholarship@gmail.com and someone will respond to you.
Can completed applications be dropped off at Minnechaug Regional High School?
No. To ensure applications are timely submitted, completed applications should be mailed to the scholarship foundation at: Wilbraham-Hampden Scholarship Foundation, P.O. Box 441, Wilbraham, MA 01095. Please remember to have your application weighed so that you affix the proper postage to your application.
When are the scholarships awarded?
The scholarships are awarded at the Senior Evening of Recognition generally held in mid-May. Recipients will be invited to attend but the actual scholarship(s) awarded is only announced at the Senior Evening of Recognition.