Helen Vowles Porterfield Memorial Scholarship

Brief Description

The Helen Vowles Porterfield Memorial Scholarship, offered by Central Michigan University, provides financial assistance to graduate students pursuing a degree in counseling or family therapy. This scholarship is a testament to the legacy of Helen Vowles Porterfield, a dedicated counselor and faculty member at CMU.

Host Institution(s)

Central Michigan University (CMU), a nationally ranked research university located in Mount Pleasant, Michigan.

Level/Field of Study

The scholarship is available for graduate-level students pursuing a Master’s degree in Counseling or Family Therapy.

Number of Awards

Each year, one deserving student is awarded the Helen Vowles Porterfield Memorial Scholarship.

Target Group

The scholarship is open to domestic and international students who have been accepted into the Master’s program in Counseling or Family Therapy at CMU. Preference is given to students who have financial need and demonstrate a commitment to working with underserved populations.

Scholarship Value/Inclusions

The Helen Vowles Porterfield Memorial Scholarship provides a one-time award of $1,000 to cover the recipient’s tuition and other educational expenses.

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for the scholarship,

• Applicants must have a minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.0.
• Must have been accepted into the Master’s program in Counseling or Family Therapy at CMU.
• Preference will be given to students who have financial need and have a demonstrated commitment to working with underserved populations.

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Application Instructions

To apply for the scholarship, interested students must submit a completed scholarship application, along with a personal statement, two letters of recommendation, and proof of acceptance into the Master’s program in Counseling or Family Therapy at CMU. Additional details and the application form can be found on the official website.

Official Website

For more information and to apply for the Helen Vowles Porterfield Memorial Scholarship, please visit the official website.