Merchants Exchange of Portland Scholarship Fund

Scholarship List Amount Amount:
$3,000
Calendar Deadline:
May 31, 2025
Stack Star Awards Available:
5
Eligibility Criteria:
GPA
Selected Major(s)
Current Year in School
Citizenship
Age
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Scholarship Description

The Merchant Exchange Scholarship Fund is dedicated to supporting the educational aspirations of students pursuing or advancing careers in Maritime Affairs and International Trade. Our vision is to fortify the local and national Maritime industry by fostering education and industry engagement.

Scholarship Details

  • Scholarship Name: Merchants Exchange Scholarship
  • Merit-based scholarship
  • Applicable to students in various academic standings
  • Open to 4-year college/university juniors and seniors, 2-year institutional degree program freshmen and sophomores, graduate students, and US Coast Guard-approved course participants

Eligibility Criteria

  • Minimum 3.0 GPA or equivalent
  • Declared major/minor related to Maritime Industry and/or International Trade
  • Currently enrolled in a relevant academic program

Application Process

  1. Complete a short online application
  2. Provide certified academic transcripts
  3. Submit one letter of recommendation from a professor or direct supervisor

To apply, applicants must complete a short online application, provide certified academic transcripts and submit one letter of recommendation from a professor or direct supervisor. Awards can be used towards tuition, fees and books.