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Scholarships

Encouraging our area’s youth to work hard and follow their dreams is the purpose behind the GVEC Scholarship Program. More than $37,000 is awarded each year to graduating high school seniors who want to continue their education at college or trade school. Once scholarship recipients are selected, GVEC holds a recognition luncheon to celebrate their accomplishments along with their families and school administrators.

Scholarships are for $2,500 and awarded in two disbursements: $1,250 for the fall semester and $1,250 for the spring semester at the recipient’s school of choice.

Number of Scholarships Given in 2020

($2,500/student)

Amount of Scholarships Awarded in 2020

Number of High Schools in our Region

GVEC sends tuition reimbursement funds for the allotted semester upon receipt of the required information requested by GVEC. Recipients are responsible for providing GVEC with valid course enrollment in addition to paid tuition information in order for funds to be disbursed.

Scholarship eligibility

Applicant’s parent(s) or legal guardian(s) must have an active GVEC electric account in their name.
Applicant must be a 2020-21 high school graduate and be able to meet all admission requirements of the college, university or trade school selected.
Applicant must agree to attend classes as prescribed by the school’s curriculum for the semester in which tuition is paid.
In all cases, the Cooperative will have the final decision on eligibility of each applicant, and, if for any reason an applicant is found to be ineligible by the Scholarship Selection Committee, the scholarship shall not be awarded.
Children of the GVEC Board of Directors and employees are not eligible for this scholarship.

Scholarship Deadline

Applications must be received by 11:59pm on Monday, February 1, 2021, to be considered. Scholarship winners will be notified early March.

Application Forms

If you are not taken to a confirmation page after application submission, please confirm you have filled in all necessary fields.

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2 or 4 Year University Scholarship Application

Applicant Information
Student's Name:*
First Last
High School:*
Graduation Date:*
MM
DD
YYYY
Service Address:*
Street Address Address Line 2 City State ZIP Code
GVEC Electric Account #:*
GVEC Account Name:*
Parent/Legal Guardian #1:*
First Last
Parent/Legal Guardian #2:
First Last
Mailing Address:*
Street Address Address Line 2 City State ZIP Code
Main Phone:*
Alt Phone:*
Email:*
How did you hear about the scholarship?*
- School
- Social Media
- Texas Co-op Power Magazine
- Website
- Other
Please check all that apply.
What school(s) are you planning to attend?*
Have you applied and been accepted?*
What is your planned course of study?*
What career path will you seek and why?*
What skills have you learned thus far that will help you in your future endeavors?*
Tell us something unique you have accomplished.*
Complete the following sections regarding any activities you have been involved in. The information provided should reflect activities within the last four years. Use only the application to list your activities; no additional documentation will be considered.
Academics/School Related
List any advanced courses you have taken:*
List any academic honors/achievements you have received:*
List any school related clubs, societies, organizations, athletics or fine arts you have been involved in and positions held, where applicable:*
List any awards and recognition for school-related activities:
Non-Academic/Community Involvement
List your participation in community clubs, charitable organizations, service projects, and church affiliated activities:*
List any awards and recognition for non-academic/community involvement activities:
Fine Arts and/or Athletics
List your participation including any awards and recognition:
Work Experience
List your work experience and/or internships. Include length of service and type of work:*
Upload School Transcript:*
Drop files here or
I permit the review of this application and my school records by anyone representing The Guadalupe Valley Electric Cooperative, Inc. (GVEC) during the selection process for the scholarship of which I am applying. I understand it is my responsibility to have reviewed all the eligibility requirements and rules. I affirm all the information provided on this application is true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand GVEC will have the final decision on the eligibility of each applicant, and, if for any reason an applicant is found to be ineligible by the Scholarship Selection Committee, the scholarship shall not be awarded. If awarded this scholarship, I authorize GVEC to use my name and/or image for promotional purposes.
Conditions:*
- By checking this box, I understand and adhere to the requirements listed above. 
Comments
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Trade School Scholarship Application

Applicant Information
Student's Name:*
First Last
High School:*
Graduation Date:*
MM
DD
YYYY
Service Address:*
Street Address Address Line 2 City State ZIP Code
GVEC Electric Account #:*
GVEC Account Name:*
Parent/Legal Guardian #1:*
First Last
Parent/Legal Guardian #2:
First Last
Mailing Address:*
Street Address Address Line 2 City State ZIP Code
Main Phone:*
Alt Phone:*
Email:*
How did you hear about the scholarship?*
- School
- Social Media
- Texas Co-op Power Magazine
- Website
- Other
Please check all that apply.
What trade school are you planning to attend?*
Have you applied and been accepted?*
What is your planned course of study?*
What career path will you seek and why?*
What skills have you learned thus far that will help you in your future endeavors?*
Tell us something unique you have accomplished.*
Complete the following sections regarding any activities you have been involved in. The information provided should reflect activities within the last four years. Use only the application to list your activities; no additional documentation will be considered.
Academics/School Related
List any course you have taken to help with your future career choices:*
List any academic honors/achievements you have received:*
List any school related clubs, societies, organizations, athletics or fine arts you have been involved in and positions held, where applicable:*
List any awards and recognition for school-related activities:
Non-Academic/Community Involvement
List your participation in community clubs, charitable organizations, service projects, and church affiliated activities:*
List any awards and recognition for non-academic/community involvement activities:
Fine Arts and/or Athletics
List your participation including any awards and recognition:
Work Experience
List your work experience and/or internships. Include length of service and type of work:*
Upload School Transcript:*
Drop files here or
I permit the review of this application and my school records by anyone representing The Guadalupe Valley Electric Cooperative, Inc. (GVEC) during the selection process for the scholarship of which I am applying. I understand it is my responsibility to have reviewed all the eligibility requirements and rules. I affirm all the information provided on this application is true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand GVEC will have the final decision on the eligibility of each applicant, and, if for any reason an applicant is found to be ineligible by the Scholarship Selection Committee, the scholarship shall not be awarded. If awarded this scholarship, I authorize GVEC to use my name and/or image for promotional purposes.
Conditions:*
- By checking this box, I understand and adhere to the requirements listed above. 
Email
This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.

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