Alumnus of the Year
The Horatio Alger Association is now accepting nominations for the 2025 Horatio Alger Alumnus of the Year.
Nominations
Each year, the Horatio Alger Association recognizes one Alumni Scholar who has earned an undergraduate degree and distinguished themselves academically, professionally, and/or philanthropically.
The Alumnus of the Year Award includes a $10,000 grant from the Association as well as recognition in printed and digital publications. Grant funds may be used towards continuing education, outstanding educational loans, or as a $10,000 scholarship donation to the recipient’s high school.
Alumni are encouraged to self-nominate or nominate a peer by following the guidelines and process detailed below.
Eligibility Guidelines:
- Nominees must have received their first undergraduate degree on or before December 31, 2019.
- Nominees must demonstrate integrity, determination, and perseverance in overcoming adversity.
- Nominees must have made significant contributions to their academic, professional, and/or personal community.
- Nominees must be committed to the mission and value of the Horatio Alger Association.
- Previous awardees may not apply.
Required Documents:
- Nomination Form (Download)
- Resume
- Two (2) Letters of Recommendation, with at least one letter highlighting professional, civic, or philanthropic accomplishments.
The Nomination Form and Resume must be uploaded by 11:59 p.m. (EST) on December 29, 2024 to the Online Submission Form.
The Two (2) Letters of Recommendation must be submitted to [email protected] by 11:59 p.m. (EST) on December 29, 2024. Letters must be attached as either a .doc, .docx, or .pdf file. No other formats will be accepted.
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