Scholarship Opportunity

George R. Cotter Merit Scholarship

Offered by AFCEA Central Maryland Chapter

The George R. Cotter Merit Scholarship supports a graduating high school senior from the Fort Meade area who plans to pursue computer engineering in preparation for work supporting the military, defense, or intelligence community.

EssayRequired
RenewableNo
Grade LevelHigh School Senior

Application Timeline

Important application dates

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Current Scholarship Cycle

OpensTo Be Announced
DeadlineTo Be Announced

Eligibility

  • Be a graduating high school senior from the Fort Meade area.
  • Plan to attend a four-year accredited institution full-time.
  • Plan to pursue computer engineering.
  • Plan to pursue studies supportive of the military, defense, or intelligence community.
  • AFCEA Central Maryland does not fund attendance at military schools.

Requirements

  • Complete the AFCEA Central Maryland scholarship application.
  • Submit the required scholarship essay.
  • Submit all academic and supporting information requested by AFCEA.
  • Meet the annual scholarship deadline.

How to Apply

  1. 1Confirm that you meet the Fort Meade-area requirement.
  2. 2Confirm that you plan to major in computer engineering.
  3. 3Complete the AFCEA Central Maryland scholarship application.
  4. 4Prepare the required essay and supporting materials.
  5. 5Submit everything by the published deadline.

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