Scholarship Opportunity

Gerald W. McEntee Scholarship

Offered by AFSCME

The Gerald W. McEntee Scholarship provides a one-time national award to an AFSCME member pursuing higher education. Applicants apply through the Union Plus Scholarship program and complete an additional essay addressing their commitment to the labor values and work associated with former AFSCME President Jerry McEntee.

EssayRequired
RenewableNo
Grade LevelCollege Student, Graduate Student, Adult Learner

Application Timeline

Important application dates

This scholarship offers more than one application cycle. Review each window carefully before applying.

2027 Gerald W. McEntee Scholarship Cycle

OpensTo Be Announced
DeadlineTo Be Announced

Eligibility

  • Be an AFSCME member.
  • Meet the eligibility requirements of the Union Plus Scholarship application.
  • Plan to use the award toward higher education.

Requirements

  • Complete the Union Plus Scholarship application.
  • Answer yes when asked whether the applicant is an AFSCME member.
  • Complete the additional Gerald W. McEntee Scholarship essay.

How to Apply

  1. 1Access the Union Plus Scholarship application during the annual application cycle.
  2. 2Complete the Union Plus application.
  3. 3Identify yourself as an AFSCME member.
  4. 4Complete the additional McEntee essay addressing commitment to the labor values associated with Jerry McEntee's work.
  5. 5Submit the application by the applicable Union Plus deadline.

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