Dorrian Scholarship
Intent: To help future generations of RCSA students pursue higher education in their area of interest.
Purpose: To give a $500 college scholarship to a deserving Senior in order to help with college expenses. This scholarship can be used for direct educational costs, including (but not limited to) tuition, books, or supplies and equipment.
Who are the Dorrians
The Dorrian twins are alumni from the River City Science Academy class of 2014. Cameron is currently pursuing her Master’s in Microbiology at University of Florida and works as a Laboratory Technical Specialist for a local hospital. Courtney received her Bachelor’s degree and Master’s degree from the University of Florida and works as a Marketing Specialist for a national distribution company. While at RCSA, Cameron and Courtney were very involved in extracurriculars, including Science Olympiad, History Fair, Mu Alpha Theta, Community Service, and National Honors Society.
This annual alumni-sponsored merit-based scholarship is by Cameron and Courtney Dorrian to help one senior each year pay for part of their college expenses. Only River City Science Academy are eligible for this scholarship.
Dorrian Scholarship Application
Scholarship Award: $500
SCHOLARSHIP CRITERIA
Must be a graduating senior at River City Science Academy
Must be received acceptance from the universities/colleges
Must be in good standing with the administration (little to no disciplinary instances)
Must be in good academic standing with at least a 3.0 grade point average at time of submission
Must agree to remain in contact with RCSA continuously and participate with the alumni association while receiving scholarship
ESSAY REQUIREMENT
The essay must be at least 400 words, typed, and uploaded via the online form.
Question: State three goals you plan to reach in the next 5-10 years. What steps will you incorporate into your plan that will help you achieve your goals?
SHORT ANSWER QUESTIONS
The following short answer questions will be asked. Please limit to less than 150 words.
What would receiving this scholarship mean to you?
What accomplishment are you most proud of and why?
Who has inspired you in your life and why?
LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION
Two (2) letters of recommendation must be submitted via upload from an adult that is not a parent or relative. The letter of recommendation should be a brief statement describing the student's character and motivation toward success.
DEADLINE
The application must be submitted via the online form by March 1st. at 11:59 PM EST. Late/incomplete applications will not be accepted.
SELECTION PROCESS
Applications will be reviewed and scored anonymously by a team of administration at River City Science Academy.