R 28 NOV 22
ALCGPSC 151/22
SUBJ: COAST GUARD EXCHANGE SYSTEM (CGX) SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
A. CG Exchange System Scholarship Program, CSCINST 1780 (Series)
1. The Coast Guard Exchange System’s Scholarship program provides
scholarships to students who are dependents of Coast Guard active
duty, reserve, retired Coast Guard military members, current
civilians (non-appropriated or appropriated fund) and current Coast
Guard auxiliarists who meet the eligibility requirements of Ref A.
a. Two $2,000 scholarships will be awarded to the most outstanding
applicants based upon academic achievement, accomplishments,
interests, participation, and demonstrated leadership in both
school-oriented and community/volunteer activities.
b. The scholarships are awarded on a one-time basis.
2. The following eligibility requirements must be met:
a. The applicants must be in the last year of high school or home
schooling and scheduled to graduate and attend college full-time
during the fall semester. Those who have already graduated from high
school are not eligible.
b. Students must plan to attend an accredited college or university
for undergraduate studies. Scholarships will not be awarded for
participation in non-academic and/or certificate programs. Students
accepting appointments to USAFA, USNA, USMA, USCGA, or USMMA are not
eligible.
3. Interested students must complete the CGES Scholarship Program
Application, Form CG 5687. Completed forms should be emailed to
CGEScholarship@cgexchange.org or mailed to the CGX Scholarship
Committee; Coast Guard Community Services Command; Battlefield
Technology Center I; 510 Independence Parkway Suite 500; Chesapeake
VA 23320-5191. Forms may be obtained online at
https://www.coastguardmwr.org/cgx-scholarship and clicking Apply!
Completed applications must be submitted to the above-mentioned
address and postmarked no later than 28 February 2023 and emailed
prior to 5pm EST on 28 February 2023. No extensions or exemptions
to this deadline will be made. Upon receipt, the eligibility of each
applicant will be reviewed and validated. Incomplete packages and
those pertaining to individuals determined to be ineligible, will
neither be processed nor returned.
4. In addition to the completed application, the following documents
must be submitted:
a. The official unweighted signed academic transcript, or a copy of
such, which must include the first semester of the senior year. The
transcript should reflect the applicant’s exact or approximate class
ranking and their GPA on a 4.0 scale. GPA’s that include honors
ratings above 4.0 cannot be used. This can be sent from the High
School directly or by the student.
b. Home schooled applicants should submit the current year-end
standardized test results such as IOWA Basic Skills Test, Stanford
Achievement Test, or other such tests if available.
c. S.A.T. or A.C.T. scores. The applicant may submit a photocopy of
these scores. An applicant can still be considered if they do not
take the exam, however they will not receive applicable points
without it.
d. A short, single-spaced essay, not to exceed one typewritten page,
explaining what the applicant hopes to achieve in their college
career, including educational, professional, and personal goals.
e. Two letters of recommendation from teachers, school
administrators, and/or community leaders.
f. It is the responsibility of each applicant to ensure that all
documents are submitted by their high school, testing agencies,
and/or any other organizations by the deadline. Applicants will not
be notified if their application is not complete.
5. The Scholarship winners will be notified no later than
15 June 2023 by mail or email. Checks will be made payable to the
colleges and sent to the financial department of the college to be
credited towards the student's account.
6. The point of contact for the CGX scholarship is Hannah Spring,
phone (757) 842-4957 or email Hannah.Spring@cgexchange.org.
7. Released: RDML D.C. Barata, Commander, Personnel Service Center.
8. Internet release authorized.