Do applicants who are able to pay for a portion of their education enjoy priority consideration for funding?
Maybe. Often we have trouble choosing an applicant for funding. And the decision to award funding is sometimes an economic one. Further, if an inmate is able to pay for his or her own textbooks, for instance, not only does the Fund have to spend less money on the individual, but it shows an investment on the part of the applicant. This shows how serious a student is in pursuing an education, and may tip the scales in their favor. • What is an ideal candidate? We really like to see applicants who have a well-formulated plan for the scholarship funding. This means the candidate knows where they want to go, how much it will cost, and is able to provide as much contact information for the school as possible. Further, the applicant who can best argue about how the Fund will assist them, now and in the future, may enjoy scholarship assistance. • How much is an average award? The amounts of the scholarships awarded ranges widely; some applicants need less than $100, while others may need over
