The Student Government Association Merit Scholarship Award

The Student Government Association MERIT (SGA-Merit) Scholarship is now available for Hostos students and is earned through academic achievements.
Upon eligibility, 8 students will be selected and awarded up to $500.

Eligibility Criteria:
● Must maintain a GPA of 3.0
● Must show a demonstrated commitment to Community service
● Must obtain a letter of recommendation from either Hostos faculty and staff, employer
or a community service agency
● With a minimum of 250 words & maximum of 500 words answer ONE of the following questions:
1. How will graduating in your current area of study help you make an impact/difference in our society under the current administration?
2. What inspired you to pursue your major?

Award: $500
Deadline: 11/24/19

PLEASE NOTE:
If nominated as a possible recipient for this scholarship, you must fill out a W9 form in order to receive your scholarship award.

For questions and for more information, please contact the Scholarship Office at (718) 518.4166 or mlibfeld@hostos.cuny.edu

Award
$500
Deadline
11/24/2019
Supplemental Questions
  1. Please list all interesting and meaningful community service on and off-campus that you have participated in. List the most recent first.
  2. Please have a faculty or staff submit a recommendation letter on your behalf
  3. Please upload your essay