How To Apply

Apply Online

All applicants should apply online at the AEF Online Scholarship Application website.

Paper Application

If you cannot apply online use the instructions for submitting a paper application.

Scholarship Deadlines

Applicants must apply prior to deadlines listed below.

Important: No exceptions will be made for late applications. Incomplete first time and renewal application packets will not be processed.

Paper Application

First Time Applicants or Applying after a 2+ year break

First time applicants and students who have not applied in 2 or more years must complete the seven steps outlined below.

  1. Complete the AEF Determination of Eligibility form
  2. Complete the AEF Scholarship Application
  3. Submit a copy of your Acceptance Letter or Certificate of Admission from an accredited college or training institution
  4. Submit the Need Sheet/Budget forecast to your school's financial aid office
  5. Submit your High School or latest school transcript
  6. Submit three letters of recommendation
  7. Complete the Personal Information form

Renewal (Continuing) Students

Renewal Students must do the following:

  1. Complete the AEF Scholarship Application
  2. Submit the Need Sheet/Budget forecast to your school's financial aid office
  3. Submit your complete transcript

Additional Paperwork

Full Time students attending school away from home and living off-campus please submit a copy of current lease agreement.