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Louis, Mary, Rose and Dr. William Finkelstein Scholarship

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deadline Due: February 17, 2027
graduates No min. GPA required

Description

The Louis, Mary, Rose and Dr. William Finkelstein Scholarship is for graduates of a Waterbury public high school (Crosby, Wilby, Kennedy, Arts Magnet School, or Career Academy), residing in Waterbury. This scholarship may be renewable. First-time applicants must have a FAFSA Student Aid Index (SAI) below $40,000. Applicants must submit a letter of recommendation from a teacher, employer, clergy member, guidance counselor, or other community member who they think can best speak to their character, achievements, and potential. Recommendations from relatives or friends are not admissible. There is a different application link for students applying for the first-time and students applying to renew their scholarship. Scholarship renewal applications are due by January 15, 2026. First-time applications are due by February 17, 2026. Please visit the scholarship's website or contact the Connecticut Community Foundation for more information.