The Walter S. Barr Scholarship
Our Walter S. Barr Scholarship opportunities for college students are available to students with at least two years left of undergraduate study. The Horace Smith Fund offers college student scholarships to residents in Hampden County who have also graduated from eligible Hampden County secondary schools.
These awards are determined using all available information, including school records, recommendations and examination scores. Consideration is given to both the merit and financial need of the applicant.
Scholarships are granted in the amount of $3,000 per academic year, paid in $1,500 installments each semester, and carry a maximum value of $12,000. Scholarships are automatically renewed each year provided a minimum GPA of 3.0 is maintained.
Instructions
Listed below are instructions to apply for Walter S. Barr Scholarships for current college students. Completed application and required documents must be received in the Horace Smith Fund office no later than March 31st.
Step 1: High School And College Transcripts
You are responsible for having your official high school and college transcripts mailed to:
The Horace Smith Fund Bismarck Place 16 Union Avenue, Ste. 2K Westfield, MA 01085
Alternatively, you may request your high school’s guidance department and college Registrar’s office email your transcripts to info@horacesmithfund.org.
Step 2: College Entrance Exams
College entrance exams are NOT required to apply for a Walter S. Barr Scholarship. However, if you have taken the SAT or ACT, please have your score report mailed to:
The Horace Smith Fund Bismarck Place 16 Union Avenue, Ste. 2K Westfield, MA 01085
When requesting your SAT scores through the College Board, indicate you would like them to be sent to us by using our organization code 0017.
Step 3: Reference Forms
Three people, not relatives, should complete reference forms for you. If you are in your first semester of college when applying, at least two references should be from a high school counselor or teacher who is familiar with your ability and potential. A third reference can be from a college instructor with similar knowledge. Complete and submit the form online or download blank forms. If Mailing, PLEASE SEND ALL INFORMATION TO:
The Horace Smith Fund Bismarck Place 16 Union Avenue, Ste. 2K Westfield, MA 01085
Step 4: Parent/Guardian Financial Statement Form
As of Fall 2018, we no longer accept FAFSA applications as proof of financial need. Complete and submit the form online or download blank forms. If Mailing, PLEASE SEND ALL INFORMATION TO:
The Horace Smith Fund Bismarck Place 16 Union Avenue, Ste. 2K Westfield, MA 01085
Step 5: Application Form
Complete and submit the scholarship application online or download blank forms. DO NOT staple or permanently bind any of your application materials in any way. Completed application forms can be mailed to:
The Horace Smith Fund Bismarck Place 16 Union Avenue, Ste. 2K Westfield, MA 01085
Applications are closed.