National Genealogical Society
Home Study Course Scholarship Award

Deadline for Submission — 31 January Annually

AWARD: One scholarship for the NGS American Genealogy: A Home Study Course. The scholarship will cover the cost of all three CDs as well as the grading of assignments and comments provided by experienced genealogists. This represents a value of $475. The award will be made by the National Genealogical Society, a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization.

ELIGIBILITY: Each applicant must be a NGS member. The course is an in-depth learning opportunity aimed at the intermediate to advanced researcher. Applicants should have previous experience with recording genealogical information, using family and published sources, vital records, and writing source citations for birth, death, and marriage information.

Note: Ineligible are those who have previously enrolled in the Home Study Course and those with a genealogical accreditation or certification.

CRITERIA: Preference will be given to individuals who have demonstrated serious interest in genealogy by attending regional and/or local conferences, undertaking genealogical training, and subscribing to genealogical publications.

The application consists of a form for personal information and an essay. The essay provides the opportunity for applicants to describe:

• Why they intend to pursue a career in genealogy
• The extent of their research experience
• Past and current genealogical education
• How the Home Study Course will aid in their career development

REQUIREMENTS: Applications must be received by 31 January.

• Download application form.
• An essay of 500-1,000 words explaining why completing the Home Study Course would be a valuable educational experience
• E-mail the completed application (form and essay) to: awards@ngsgenealogy.org, include "Home Study Course Scholarship" in the Subject line of your message.

SELECTION: The NGS Scholarship Committee will review all applications. Notification of the award will be made annually by 15 April and announced at the NGS Conference in the States and Family History Fair.