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Automotive Parts & Service Association of Illinois
APSA of Illinois Scholarship Program
APSA of Illinois is the regional automotive aftermarket association for Illinois. If you are a resident of Illinois, meet the additional qualifications below, and submit a complete application, you will be considered by APSA of Illinois for the scholarship program
What is the purpose of the APSA of Illinois Scholarship Program?
The APSA of Illinois Scholarship Program was created to promote quality and high standards through education within the automotive aftermarket industry.
The APSA of Illinois Scholarship Program awards up to six $500 scholarships each year. Recipients may reapply each academic year for up to four years.
Who is eligible to receive an APSA of Illinois Scholarship?
To be eligible for this scholarship, an applicant must:
- Obtain a written sponsorship from an APSA of Illinois member (if you are not familiar with an APSA of Illinois member in your area, please contact us at 1-800-369-2964);
- Be a high school graduate or possess a GED certificate;
- Be pursuing a career in the automotive aftermarket industry;
- Be enrolled or planning to enroll as a full-time undergraduate student in a curriculum leading to a degree in an accredited college or university.
- Be a legal resident of Illinois;
- Provide a photo for APSA of Illinois use in publications.
How does a student apply for this scholarship?
Students may apply online at:
www.automotivescholarships.com
By using our collaborative online scholarship resource, applicants will be considered for additional scholarships, through the Global Automotive Aftermarket Symposium, the Breslow Foundation, the Leadership Development Network, the Association of Diesel Specialists and several other regional programs. The application deadline is March 31st of each year.
APSA of Illinois Ralph Silverman Memorial Scholarship
The Automotive Parts and Service Association of Illinois (APSA of IL) Ralph Silverman Memorial Scholarship was established to help ensure the future success of the automotive aftermarket industry. Mr. Silverman, the first president of the Association, was a strong advocate of promoting quality and high standards in the industry through education. This scholarship is intended to help fund the education of the most qualified students from Illinois that are seeking to establish a successful career in the automotive aftermarket. The scholarship award is to be applied toward tuition, fees, books, or housing costs incurred through a college or university.
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Download the scholarship application here - APSA-IL-Silverman Application 2012 17MAY12.pdf. Application deadline is Wednesday, September 29, 2012.
How can I help?
First, make sure you contribute the standard request amount on your annual dues statement that is sent to you each year. Remember, the donation amount on the membership renewal is just a minimum suggested amount; you are always welcome to contribute more, just mark in the amount of support you would like to give. You can also complete the APSA of Illinois Contribution Form (PDF format), and mail it to the APSA of Illinois office.
In addition, you as a member can sponsor an applicant. If you have a child, an employee or their child, or have knowledge of a student that intends to pursue a career in the automotive aftermarket, offer to sponsor them for this scholarship. It’s as easy as writing a letter and is a great way to begin building a relationship with the future of our industry.
Apply Online
Students may apply online at:
www.automotivescholarships.com
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