The Joseph A. Holmes Safety Association scholarship program and encourage new generations to enter the mine safety and health profession. A financial award is given to deserving candidates to help defray their educational costs in a field related to mining health and safety.
This scholarship program is open to persons who are pursuing careers in the mining industry, safety and health-related fields.
Scholarship awards are available in the following categories:
- High school graduates (graduating seniors) enrolled in a college or university degree program.
- Undergraduate students currently enrolled in a college or university degree program.
- Graduates of a college or university pursuing a graduate degree.
Applicant must satisfy each of the following criteria:
- Provide a transcript of grades for the last 3 years of completed education (i.e. high school or college level)
- Complete the Financial Disclosure Information section to verify financial status and expenses of all persons living in the applicant’s household.
- Submit a 100-300 personal word essay on “Why I am pursuing a degree in mining or in a mine safety/health-related field.”
- Provide a list of Extracurricular Activities and/or a list of other Academic Achievements.
- Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident (green-card holder).
- Complete application and submit it with all required documents by March 31, 2011.
Click here for: Joseph A Holmes Safety Association Scholarship web page and application.