Application Steps

To apply, students need to submit the following materials to WWLA at P.O. Box 329, Gallatin Gateway, MT 59730.

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1. A completed WWLA Gallatin Gateway Student Scholarship Program Application form.

2. A letter including:    

   1. Reason the applicant wishes consideration

   2. Description of unpaid community service/charitable work performed by the applicant, completed prior to submission of the application. Opportunities are available at the Gallatin Gateway Community Center (Contact s on our website or 406-763-4865) or at R.S.V.P. Southwest Montana (www.rsvpmt.org), 406-587-5444.

   3. statement of the applicant’s perceived financial need

3. A letter of recommendation from a responsible adult, e.g., teacher, counselor, high school administrator, minister.

4. For high school students, a copy of the applicant's most recent high school transcript is required. For applicants already enrolled in an institution of post-secondary education, a copy of the most recent college transcript is required. For those who have completed a GED program, a copy of the GED Certificate is required.

5. A copy of the letter of acceptance from the educational institution for the upcoming term.

Items 1 - 4 must be received by WWLA by May 1 to be considered for a fall term award. Since the applicant's letter of acceptance (item 5) may not be available until after the deadline, this item may be submitted later. However, funds will not be released until all application materials have been received.