Scholarship

Astrid G. Cates Vocational School Scholarship

Sons of Norway Foundation Original Source
Award

$1,500 - $1,500

Deadline

Jan 15, 2026

Deadline passed
Location

United States

Applicants

individual

About This Opportunity

The Astrid G. Cates Vocational School Scholarship was established through a generous bequest by Astrid G. Cates to the Sons of Norway Foundation, with additional funding from Sons of Norway lodges, members, and friends. This scholarship supports technical and vocational education for young people connected to Sons of Norway. The mission of the Sons of Norway Foundation is to celebrate Nordic culture and heritage through scholarships and grants to members and communities. One scholarship of up to $1,500 is awarded annually to support students aged 17-26 pursuing technical or vocational training in any field of study in the United States. Applicants must be current members of Sons of Norway or children or grandchildren of current members with at least one year of membership prior to application. The scholarship is intended for post-secondary vocational education and requires proof of enrollment.

Duration 12 - 13 mo
1 award
Decision 14 weeks

Who Can Apply

Region
United States
Citizenship
United States
Project in
United States
Applicants
individual
Age
17 - 27 years old

Application Details

Stages

  1. 1 single_stage

Required documents

cover_letter letters_of_recommendation

Review process

Selection made by scholarship committee based on complete sentences, proper grammar, essay requirements, and financial need. Notification within 14 weeks of deadline.

Restrictions

  • no_concurrent_funding

Post-award obligations

  • present_findings
  • acknowledge_funder