Over 150 years ago, the founders of the Cape Cod Association felt a need to increase the scope of knowledge and sophistication of the future Cape Cod generations. To accomplish this goal they envisioned assisting Cape Cod secondary school graduates to attending four-year New England colleges in hopes that upon graduation they would return, or at least retain their association with the Cape.

With these goals in mind, a charter was formulated which was modified over the years to match our level of giving. The Association now grants awards to students attending two- and four-year colleges, technical schools, and community colleges anywhere in the United States.  The Board of Directors of the Cape Cod Association hopes that this scholarship fund will be successful in providing a solid education for Cape Cod students who otherwise could not afford it.

“Click here to read the names of the Cape Cod Association
scholarship recipients for 2007”

The criteria for the Cape Cod Association Scholarship include:

A CAPE COD HERITAGE

Applicants must currently reside and have been born on the Cape. We continue to strive to reward applicants with extensive Cape heritage. Any information on other Cape ancestors is helpful.

COLLEGE

Applicants may attend any college or university including technical schools and community colleges. The Association does not provide scholarships for graduate education.

SCHOLARSHIP

Grades and class rankings are important considerations to help ensure successful completion of College. The Scholarship Committee will seek the most advanced students available in determining awards.

EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

School, community, church, sports, past work history, etc… are important indications of moral character and suitability for award.

FINANCIAL NEED

Financial need will be carefully evaluated as it is important in determining eligibility for a scholarship award.

Scholarships are available all four years of undergraduate education, but the applicant must reapply each year. The amount awarded varies dependent on the income earned on our capital for the past year and the number of successful applicants. Our goal is to provide $500,000 in scholarships each year. No assumption of future amounts can be forecast.

If an award is granted, an award letter will be mailed to the successful applicant. The award recipient will be asked to return the signed letter with the address of the college to the Cape Cod Association. The award check will be sent directly to the college bursar.

Past Scholarship Recipients

“Without contributions from organizations like the Cape Cod Association, it would be difficult for many aspiring high school graduates to achieve their goals.”

“I am honored to be a recipient of this generous award. Your scholarship will help defray the high cost of my private education, for which I am truly grateful.”

“This scholarship will help pay for my education, progressing towards my goal of becoming an aerospace or aeronautical engineer.”