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Joseph Delibert Memorial Scholarship

Purpose of Scholarship

To help academically talented students graduating from Rochester City School District's James Monroe High School attend a two- or four-year public college or school.

Application Period

December 1 to February 28

Number and Size of Awards

One award of $1,000; paid in one lump sum in the Fall and divided equally between the Fall and Spring semesters.

Allowed Use of Award

Awards may be used for tuition, fees, books, and other expenses associated with higher education.

Eligibility Criteria

For graduating seniors from Rochester City School District's James Monroe High School who have:
  • High academic achievement (at least a B average or 3.0 out of 4.0 cumulative GPA);
  • Financial need to attend college;
  • Good character (integrity, compassion, and commitment); and
  • Plans to attend a public (i.e., community or state-run) college or school.
Selection is based on a combination of academic achievement and financial need. Preference is given to someone with economic hardship.

Application Process

To begin or continue your application, click here. This scholarship is one of dozens connected to our Consolidated Scholarship Application. Applying for this scholarship means you'll be considered for any other relevant opportunities within the Consolidated Application.

Committee/Selection Process

The selection process is coordinated through the Community Foundation. A committee comprised of Community Foundation staff and community representatives reviews applications and selects recipient(s).

Award Announcement and Payment

The Community Foundation emails an award notification with instructions for claiming the award to the recipient in the Spring. Payment is mailed to the school for the recipient’s account in one lump sum in the Fall and split between the Fall and Spring semesters once required documentation is received. To release the scholarship payment, upload the requested and required information including your class schedule and tuition bill verifying full-time enrollment to the Community Foundation’s online Consolidated Scholarship Application between July 1 and August 15. Scholarships not claimed by February 15 in the assigned year will be forfeited. Email scholarships@racf.org with any questions or concerns.

Renewability

This scholarship is a one-time award and is not renewable.

Other

When considering need, other factors may include, but are not limited to, whether or not a student is eligible for free- or reduced-price lunch programs at school or has extenuating family or personal circumstances.

Donor Information

This scholarship was established by Joseph Delibert's two sons as a way to honor their father and remember the important role that education played in his life. Joseph Delibert was a successful graduate of the old Monroe High school in the 1920s. He was a good student and because of a scholarship, he was able to attend and graduate from Cornell University. To make your own gift to this fund, click here.

Questions?

Email Scholarships@racf.org or call 585.341.4350 for assistance.


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