The Oleg Fastovsky Outstanding Citizen Scholarship is open for high school seniors, college, and university students. Since the start of his career, Attorney Oleg Fastovsky has worked tirelessly to provide service to those in his community as a criminal defence attorney. He has chosen a path of service, overseeing justice at the personal level, and he recognizes the importance that a single person can have fueled his desire to empower individuals who make themselves known through incredible acts of community service and duty. He wants to honour and assist such individuals by contributing to their educational aims. The Outstanding Citizen Scholarship and Essay Contest aim to give a $1000 scholarship to demonstrated community leaders and dedicated citizens. This is an opportunity to pursue an education that will inform and better their causes.
The Oleg Fastovsky Outstanding Citizen Scholarship provides one winner with education funds. These funds can be used to pay for their tuition and/or any related academic expenses. Moreover, these awards are provided once a year to outstanding candidates so that they can complete their college or university without any financial issues. Generally, scholarships are meant to save you from debts, improving performance and provide a boost to your career. Students will be able to learn well without thinking about budget concerns, and getting a scholarship puts them under the spotlight since these are awarded for exceptional accomplishments. Since scholarships have become essential because of the ever-changing tuition costs, many diligent and determined students apply for a chance to be awarded the amount.
Maryland Criminal Defense Group consists of criminal lawyers that work on behalf of clients facing criminal charges. Attorneys are advocates seeking the best possible results in every case and fighting in the client’s corner when no one else is. Individuals facing criminal charges are guaranteed certain rights by the US Constitution and the Constitution of Maryland. These due process rights are there to ensure everyone is treated justly, and the Maryland Criminal lawyers are there to help make sure these rights are protected.
Brief Description
Refer to the below table for more details of the scholarship:
| Organization | Maryland Criminal Defense Group |
| Educational Level | Post-secondary |
| Subjects | All |
| Amount | $1000 |
| Access Mode | Online |
| Number of Awards | 1 |
| City | Multiple |
| Nationality | Domestic |
| Country | United States |
| Application Deadline | September 30, 2022 |
| Application Fees | N/A |
| Requirement | Essay, resumé, letter of recommendation and official transcript |
Who May Be Eligible
- Students currently enrolled or planning to enrol by Fall 2021 into a post-secondary program, which includes community colleges, private/public undergraduate colleges and universities, private/public graduate degree programs, law programs, and business programs
- Minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or above
- All applicants must possess a proven commitment to the citizenry, as demonstrated by their essay and resumé.
How to Apply
Eligible candidates need an updated resumé that includes professional, academic, and volunteer experiences with a focus on community service and citizenry, a 500 to 1,000-word essay that answers the prompt about what is one of the most important ways an individual can serve her/his community, and how has the candidate served his/her community in this way. Also, a current official academic transcript indicating that the candidate’s cumulative grade-point average is 3.0 or greater and A letter of recommendation from someone who can attest to your great work on a community service project is needed for the application. All applications must be submitted on or before the September 30, 2021 deadline via email to info@mdcriminalattorney.net with the subject line “Oleg Fastovsky – 2021 Outstanding Citizen Scholarship”.
Supporting Documents
- An updated resumé
- A 500 – 1,000 word essay
- A current official academic transcript
- A letter of recommendation
Benefits
The Outstanding Citizen Scholarship and Essay Contest aim to give a $1000 scholarship to demonstrated community leaders and dedicated citizens. This is an opportunity to pursue an education that will inform and better their causes.
Application Deadline
Candidates must submit their completed applications on or before the September 30, 2022 deadline.
