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Harry and Vi Bradley Memorial Scholarship 2027
The Harry and Vi Bradley Memorial Scholarship honors longtime supporters of Vermont Law Enforcement Hockey Charities who backed youth programs across the state. VSAC may award one scholarship up to $1,000 when endowment earnings allow to a high school senior planning public safety careers in EMS, fire service, health care, or law enforcement. You must enroll at least half time at a Vermont Title IV college or certificate program, show financial need, education and work ethic, school or community involvement, and barriers to postsecondary education. Enter ID BRADLEY on the Unified Scholarship Application with FAFSA, essay #1, and two recommendations before February 11, 2027 at 11:59 p.m. Eastern.
What is the Harry and Vi Bradley Memorial Scholarship?
Harry and Vi Bradley backed Vermont Law Enforcement Hockey Charities for years, and this memorial fund pushes one senior each cycle toward public safety careers inside the state. The check is small, often up to $1,000, but the rules are precise: Vermont college, half-time or more, and a field tied to EMS, fire, health care, or law enforcement.
Reviewers read financial need on FAFSA alongside two recommendations and essay #1. They also expect you to name barriers that made college harder to reach, similar to other VSAC funds aimed at seniors who did not start on an easy path. Team sports involvement fits the charity’s story even though the booklet centers on public safety study, so mention athletics only if they connect to service or leadership.
Enter BRADLEY on the Unified Scholarship Application with EMS-GG or other IDs if you qualify separately. Out-of-state enrollment disqualifies you, so lock in a Vermont campus before you submit. With roughly a hundred applicants for one seat, early FAFSA and strong recommendation letters matter as much as the essay.
Eligibility
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✓Vermont high school seniorBe a current high school senior who will earn a diploma or GED by the start of the academic year you request aid.
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✓Public safety program of studySeek an undergraduate degree or non-degree certificate in public safety, including EMS, fire service, health care, or law enforcement as described in the VSAC booklet.
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✓Vermont college enrollmentPlan to attend an accredited school located within Vermont and approved for federal Title IV funding at least half time.
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✓Financial need and work ethicDemonstrate financial need through FAFSA and show education or work ethic in essay #1 and your recommendations.
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✓Involvement and barriersShow school or community involvement and explain significant barriers or obstacles that limit your access to education after high school.
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✓VSAC citizenship rulesMeet standard VSAC citizenship and eligibility rules for assisted scholarships unless the booklet lists a different rule for BRADLEY.
Benefits
- Maximum amount One scholarship up to $1,000 when endowment allows
- Typical pool Estimated 114 applicants for one award
- Selection factors Financial need, recommendation letters, and essay
- Study location Vermont Title IV college or certificate program
- Endowment caveat VSAC cannot guarantee an award every year
- Renewal Not described as renewable
Document checklist
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✓Unified Scholarship Application (USA)Complete the USA in MyVSAC and enter scholarship ID BRADLEY so reviewers route your file correctly.
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✓FAFSA for the aid yearFile FAFSA for 2027-2028 after October 1, 2026 because financial need is a primary selection factor.
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✓Essay #1 (general essay)Describe your public safety career goals, work ethic, barriers to college, and how the award supports Vermont training or study.
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✓Recommendation letter #1 (non-relative)Submit one non-relative recommendation through MyVSAC from someone who knows your character and persistence.
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✓Recommendation letter #2 (community service)Submit one community-service recommendation that speaks to your involvement outside the classroom.
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✓MyVSAC accountRegister or update secureacctaccess.vsac.org with accurate high school, Vermont college choice, and half-time enrollment plans.
How to apply
Deadline and timeline
FAQ
Who qualifies for the Harry and Vi Bradley Memorial Scholarship?
Current Vermont high school seniors seeking public safety study at a Vermont Title IV school at least half time may apply. You must show financial need, involvement, work ethic, and barriers to postsecondary education.
How much is the Harry and Vi Bradley Memorial Scholarship?
VSAC lists one scholarship up to $1,000 when endowment earnings allow. Endowment rules mean VSAC cannot guarantee an award every cycle.
What VSAC ID do I use for the Bradley Memorial Scholarship?
Enter BRADLEY on the Unified Scholarship Application. The ID appears above the Harry and Vi Bradley Memorial description in the VSAC booklet.
Can I use the Bradley scholarship at an out-of-state college?
No. The booklet requires attendance at an accredited school located within Vermont and approved for Title IV funding.
Which majors qualify for the Bradley Memorial Scholarship?
Public safety fields including EMS, fire service, health care, and law enforcement qualify, along with related certificates or undergraduate programs described in the booklet.
When is the Harry and Vi Bradley Memorial Scholarship deadline?
Submit the USA, FAFSA, essay, and recommendations by February 11, 2027 at 11:59 p.m. Eastern for 2027-2028 funding.
Does the Bradley Memorial Scholarship require two recommendations?
Yes. VSAC requires recommendation letter #1 from a non-relative and recommendation letter #2 focused on community service.
Who sponsors the Harry and Vi Bradley Memorial Scholarship?
Vermont Law Enforcement Hockey Charities, Inc. sponsors the fund to honor Harry and Vi Bradley. VSAC administers applications and disbursement.
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