To support the students seeking a career in forensic Science, Association of Firearm and Tool Mark Examiners is launching a fantastic scholarship program. These are an annual funding program targeted at providing students with needed monetary support so that they could further their education without any dependency on loan. These scholarships are renewable, and candidates who want to take advantage of renewal programs need to apply every year since the renewal is not automatic. To be an ideal applicant of these awards, aspirants need to be entering their third year or higher of a bachelor’s degree or enrolled in any year of an advanced degree program. They must have a minimum grade point average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale or equivalent.
The goal of these scholarships is to prepare the next leaders in the field of forensic science by supporting the education of students. Forensic science is considered to be one of the fastest-growing fields out there. Students, who have a knack for solving or investigating crimes, are finding this field interesting and beneficial nowadays. But pursuing a degree related to these areas at a leading college can cause lots of expenses that a student with a financially disadvantaged background cannot afford. Association of Firearm and Tool Mark Examiners is totally aware of this fact and to do its part in helping such students to achieve their aspiration, it is now offering these scholarships. You can send your entry for this program by completing an application form.
Association of Firearm and Tool Mark Examiners is an international professional foundation for practitioners of Firearm and/or Toolmark Identification. It has been exchanging information, methods and best practices, and the furtherance of research since its creation in 1969. It organizes the six days program in each spring and summer in different cities across North America to provide the opportunity for the sharing of information through presentations and workshops.
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Brief Description
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| Organization | Association of Firearm and Tool Mark Examiners |
| Educational Level | Undergraduate |
| Subjects | Forensic Science |
| Amount | $2000 |
| Access Mode | Online |
| Number of Awards | N/A |
| City | Albuquerque |
| Nationality | Domestic |
| Country | United States |
| Application Deadline | April 1st of each calendar year |
| Application Fee | N/A |
| Requirements | N/A |
Who May Be Eligible
Please have a look at the following criteria before applying:
- Applicants must be entering their third year or higher of a bachelor’s degree or enrolled in any year of an advanced degree (MS, PhD, MD or comparable) program;
- Candidates must be enrolled as a half-time student or greater with the intent of seeking a career in Forensic Science and majoring in a natural, physical, or biological science;
- Aspirants must have a minimum grade point average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, or equivalent (76% or higher).
How to Apply
Applicants need to fill out an online application form in which they need to provide their personal information regarding their name, email address, education and etc. The provided information must be correct and complete. Entry can be submitted via email.
Supporting Documents
As supporting documents, you can send the following materials:
- Transcript Form
- Letter of Recommendation Form
Benefits
Winners will be grated with annual scholarships worth $2000. These funds are renewal and require students to apply each year to get their scholarship renewed. These awards will support students in gaining higher education in the field of forensic science and relevant.
Application Deadline
Applications close on April 1st of each calendar year. Please send your application as early as possible to get priority consideration.
