Harold J "Harry" Amaral Scholarship
Harry Amaral worked in the financial aid office at the University of Rhode Island until his passing in 2010. . He assisted thousands of students with their financial aid and also influenced a great many people in the Rhode Island financial aid industry. Many members of the Rhode Island Association of Financial Aid Administrators, RIASFAA, were work-study or graduate assistants for him. Because of his passion and mentoring in the financial aid profession, a scholarship has been established for RI residents attending a RI university/college as an undergraduate student.
One scholarship of $500 will be awarded to one recipient.
Criteria
In order to qualify as an applicant, students must meet the following criteria:
- Rhode Island resident
- Be matriculating at a RI College/University that is a current member of RIASFAA
- Demonstrate financial need (Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) on file)
- Pursuing an undergraduate degree
- Preference given to students working in the financial aid office
Deadline
APPLICATIONS ARE NOW CLOSED FOR THE 21/22 YEAR
Essay
Essay must be typed and be 300 words or less.
Please attach your essay to application.
Please answer one of these questions:
- How has working in the financial aid office changed your outlook on life?
- How has your education contributed to who you are today?
Application
APPLICATIONS ARE NOW CLOSED FOR THE 21/22 YEAR
Contact Information
APPLICATIONS ARE NOW CLOSED FOR THE 21/@@ YEAR
Email: riasfaa@riasfaa.org
Mail: RIASFAA, PO Box 20234, Cranston, RI 02920
