How to Apply

The Abruzzo and Molise Heritage Society of the Washington, D.C. Area (AMHS) awards two $4,000 scholarships each year. The scholarship application period for the academic year 2024-2025 is closed. The application period for the academic year 2025-2026 will open on December 1, 2024.

See below for eligibility criteria, application requirements, how to apply, and where to send your scholarship application.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Be a member of the AMHS or have a parent, grandparent, or guardian with an active AMHS membership. Non-members who are thinking of applying may join through our website. The membership rate for students (high school and college) is $20.00 per year.
  • Be enrolled in, or accepted for admission and planning to attend, an accredited college or university. Or be enrolled in the final year (senior year) of an accredited high school.
  • Have a grade point average of at least 3.5 out of 4.0 (or the equivalent). Students whose grading system is pass/fail are welcome to apply.
  • Be pursuing a major or minor in Italian or Italian Studies, if enrolled in an accredited college or university.
  • Have taken, or be taking, at least one course in Italian or Italian studies, if enrolled as a fourth-year student (senior) in an accredited high school.
  • Be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident alien.
  • Not have won the AMHS scholarship in any prior year.

Application Requirements

  • Applicants must submit an online application before 11:59 PM of March 31, 2025. (For the academic year 2025-2026)
  • Applicants must also submit all required documents online before 11:59 PM of March 31, 2025. (For the academic year 2025-2026)
  • Required documents include all relevant transcripts, a resume, and one (1) letter of recommendation.
  • Resume must be recent and updated and include academic achievement, awards received, extracurricular involvement, and work experience.

Application


Download the AMHS Scholarship Application. Please email your application, letter(s) of recommendation, pertinent academic transcripts, and resume to scholarship@abruzzomoliseheritagesociety.org