KC International Award

The KC International Award was created in 2017 by an anonymous donor seeking to award financial assistance to students living and studying internationally. Applicants should be in pursuit of careers that further the mission of Pilot International by seeking to influence positive change in communities throughout the world. The applicant must have a record of active participation in volunteer service and show outstanding leadership ability. Awards are based on community service, leadership roles, career choice, academic success, and application contents. Awards are awarded for one academic year. Award amount will be $2,500.00 USD or its current currency equivalent per year for full time students. Two individual awards will be awarded each year. The applicant must be a full-time student and remain a full-time student for the duration of the award. Applications may be mailed, emailed, or faxed. Copy of Visa, Passport and I-20 Form; If the student will be attending a college or university in the USA, the student must have a documented Visa and I-20 form at the time the application is completed, submitted, graded and the award is granted. Failure to have a valid Visa and I-20 form at any time during this process could disqualify the student. Have and maintain a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale and a 4.0 on a 5.0 scale. StudentÔÇÖs Transcript(s): These should be the most recent college-level course work. Transcripts downloaded from school websites are accepted if unaltered and URL is visible at the bottom of the printed page. The studentÔÇÖs cumulative GPA must be listed. If GPA is not listed, an official paper copy must be requested by the applicant from the schoolÔÇÖs registrar and submitted with the application. Two letters of Recommendation: These should address character, commitment, and ability. Letters must be dated within 12 months of the date of application. The letters should be from qualified persons such as a professor who has taught the applicant, a faculty advisor, or an employer. If these arrive in sealed envelopes, the club should open the envelope to verify the letter. Application form can be downloaded from the scholarship site.