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Amy Lowenstein Scholarship 2027 - Vermont

Deadline
February 11, 2027 at 11:59 p.m. Eastern
121 days left
$3,000
Renewable award
Full-time bachelor
High school seniors
Feb 11, 2027
VSAC USA deadline
Addison County
Vermont residents
How to apply Am I eligible? Official website
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The Amy Lowenstein Scholarship targets Addison County high school seniors who plan to attend a competitive, accredited four-year college full time. The fund rewards outstanding academic achievement, financial need, and meaningful school or community involvement, and VSAC handles every step through the Unified Scholarship Application in MyVSAC. Expect one $3,000 award per cycle, with renewability for up to three additional years if you continue to meet VSAC rules. Required documents include FAFSA, essay #1, recommendation letter #1 from a non-relative, recommendation letter #2 on community service, and an official transcript. You must seek a bachelor''s degree, enroll full time, and attend a Title IV-eligible institution. VSAC estimated roughly fifty applicants competing for one scholarship in recent booklets. Plan on the standard Vermont window: USA opens October 1, 2026 and closes February 11, 2027 at 11:59 p.m. Eastern for 2027-2028 enrollment.

What is the Amy Lowenstein Scholarship?

Addison County sends a steady stream of students to selective colleges, and this scholarship tries to keep the brightest seniors from guessing how to pay for the first year. Amy Lowenstein''s fund is need-aware and achievement-heavy: VSAC wants transcripts that show you can handle a competitive four-year workload, plus a FAFSA that proves the gap you are trying to close.

The logistics mirror almost every other VSAC-assisted award. You will live inside MyVSAC for months, checking off FAFSA import, essay #1, two recommendation letters, and an official transcript before February 11. The LOWENSTEIN scholarship ID is easy to miss if you rush, so highlight it when you build your USA checklist. Only one student typically wins the $3,000 prize each cycle, which sounds intimidating until you remember Vermont seniors often stack multiple booklet scholarships with one submission.

Renewability is the hidden value. Up to three additional years of funding can follow you through college if you keep your grades and full-time status on track and file VSAC renewal steps on time. That turns a single senior-year application into a four-year bridge, still modest in dollars but meaningful against housing deposits and textbook bills.

Start early if you are comparing programs outside Vermont. The booklet asks for a competitive accredited four-year school, not a specific major, so liberal arts, STEM, and professional tracks all fit when you tell your story well. Cross-read the AIA Vermont Scholar Promise Award 2027 if architecture interests you, or the statewide Horatio Alger Scholarship USA 2027 for a national need-based option. Application steps and booklet downloads live at VSAC Scholarships.

Who can apply

Eligibility

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    Addison County residency
    You must be a current high school senior who resides in Addison County, Vermont, when you apply. VSAC verifies county on the Unified Scholarship Application.
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    High school senior on track to graduate
    Be a senior who will earn a high school diploma or GED by the start of the upcoming academic year you request aid for.
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    Full-time bachelor's degree pursuit
    Plan to enroll full time in a competitive, accredited four-year college pursuing a bachelor's degree approved for federal Title IV funding.
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    Outstanding academic achievement
    Demonstrate strong grades and promise of continued excellence. Selection weighs academic achievement alongside essay quality and recommendations.
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    Financial need through FAFSA
    Show financial need using FAFSA data linked to MyVSAC. Complete the FAFSA for the aid year before the February deadline.
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    School and community involvement
    Document meaningful participation in school activities or community service. Recommendation letter #2 should speak directly to service.
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    U.S. citizen or eligible non-citizen
    Meet VSAC citizenship requirements for federal student aid, consistent with other state-assisted scholarships.
What you get

Benefits

  • Initial award $3,000 scholarship
  • Renewability Up to three additional years
  • Tuition and fees Disbursed via VSAC to college
  • Selection factors Achievement, essay, need, letters
  • Full tuition coverage Not offered
  • Graduate study Undergraduate bachelor only
What to prepare

Document checklist

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    Unified Scholarship Application (USA)
    Complete the USA in MyVSAC and include VSAC ID LOWENSTEIN so reviewers route your file to the Amy Lowenstein Scholarship committee.
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    FAFSA for the aid year
    File FAFSA after October 1, 2026 and authorize VSAC to use your Student Aid Index for need-based selection.
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    Recommendation letter #1
    Submit one letter from a non-relative who can address your academic strength and character.
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    Recommendation letter #2 (community service)
    Provide a community service recommendation as required in the VSAC booklet entry for LOWENSTEIN.
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    Essay #1 (general essay)
    Use essay #1 to explain your college plans, financial situation, and community impact. Follow the booklet word limit.
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    Official transcript
    Upload an official high school transcript showing courses, GPA, and senior-year progress.
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    MyVSAC enrollment plans
    List the competitive four-year colleges you are considering and update your choice once you commit so disbursement rules stay accurate.
Step by step

How to apply

  1. 1

    Register for MyVSAC

    Create a MyVSAC account at secureacctaccess.vsac.org if you are a first-time VSAC applicant.

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    File FAFSA with your parents

    Complete FAFSA as soon as it opens October 1, 2026 so need data is ready when you submit the USA.

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    Select LOWENSTEIN on the USA

    Enter scholarship ID LOWENSTEIN on the Unified Scholarship Application alongside any other Vermont funds you qualify for.

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    Secure two recommendation letters

    Ask a teacher or counselor for letter #1 and a community service mentor for letter #2 before winter break.

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    Draft essay #1 early

    Tell a clear story about academic goals, Addison County roots, and how you serve your school or town.

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    Upload your official transcript

    Request transcripts from your high school registrar in January so GPA and senior courses appear before the deadline.

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    Submit by February 11, 2027

    VSAC requires the USA and all documents by 11:59 p.m. Eastern on February 11 for the 2027-2028 academic year.

When

Deadline and timeline

Application deadline
February 11, 2027 at 11:59 p.m. Eastern
121 days left
Oct 1, 2026
VSAC opens the Unified Scholarship Application for high school seniors planning 2027-2028 college enrollment.
Oct - Dec 2026
File FAFSA, list competitive four-year colleges, and ask recommenders to submit letters through MyVSAC.
Jan 2027
Finalize essay #1, upload your official transcript, and confirm full-time enrollment plans.
Feb 11, 2027
Deadline for the USA, FAFSA, essay, transcript, and both recommendation letters at 11:59 p.m. Eastern.
Spring 2027
VSAC reviewers select one recipient; renewal students file separate renewal paperwork if applicable.
Fall 2027
Initial and renewal funds disburse to your college for the academic year per VSAC schedules.
Questions

FAQ

What is the Amy Lowenstein Scholarship?

It is a VSAC-administered scholarship for Addison County, Vermont high school seniors who plan to attend a competitive four-year college full time. The fund offers one $3,000 award with potential renewal for up to three additional years.

Who qualifies for the Amy Lowenstein Scholarship?

You must reside in Addison County, be a high school senior, demonstrate outstanding academic achievement and financial need, and plan full-time bachelor's study at a Title IV-eligible college.

How much is the Amy Lowenstein Scholarship worth?

VSAC lists one $3,000 scholarship per cycle. Recipients who continue to meet eligibility may renew for up to three additional years, subject to endowment yield.

When is the Amy Lowenstein Scholarship deadline?

For 2027-2028 aid, submit the Unified Scholarship Application and all required documents by February 11, 2027 at 11:59 p.m. Eastern. The USA opens October 1, 2026.

What VSAC ID do I use for the Amy Lowenstein Scholarship?

Enter LOWENSTEIN on the Unified Scholarship Application. The ID appears above the scholarship description in the VSAC Scholarships and Forgivable Loans booklet.

Is the Amy Lowenstein Scholarship renewable?

Yes. The booklet states the award may renew for up to three additional years if you maintain eligibility, file renewal requirements, and stay enrolled full time in a bachelor's program.

What documents does VSAC require?

You need the USA, FAFSA, essay #1, official transcript, recommendation letter #1 from a non-relative, and recommendation letter #2 on community service.

Can I use the scholarship at out-of-state colleges?

Yes, provided you enroll full time at a competitive accredited four-year college approved for federal Title IV funding. VSAC does not limit the Lowenstein award to Vermont campuses.

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