Applications for $1,000 Civilian Marksmanship Program Scholarships Now Available

CAMP PERRY, OHIO - -(Ammoland.com)-  The Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) has released applications for its annual scholarship program for the 2014-2015 Freshman college year.

The Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) offers $1000 one-year scholarships assistance to encourage and reward outstanding and deserving high school seniors on the basis of merit to selected high school seniors who are currently enrolled in a team or club that is participating in rifle or pistol marksmanship competitions. The CMP seeks applications from high school seniors who are currently compete in marksmanship competitions.

CMP Scholarships may be used to pursue a post-secondary education during the upcoming school year. Scholarships are one-year awards that may be used to fund any accredited post-secondary education or vocational program.

The scholarships are paid to the scholarship recipient but must be countersigned by the financial aid offices of the college where the student is enrolled. The check may then be used to pay other fees or expenses that are not covered by other awards or grants.

Eligibility requirements for CMP scholarships are:

• Be a U.S. Citizen.
• Be of good moral character.
• Have achieved a minimum 3.0 cumulative grade point average.
• Be a graduating high school senior.
• Demonstrate acceptance to a university, college or trade school leading to a diploma or trade certification.
• Qualified for CMP JROTC Service Championships.
• OR
• Demonstrate rifle or pistol marksmanship competition experience.
• If you are planning on enrolling in a Military Academy you are not eligible.

To obtain specific scholarship program regulations and application forms for the Civilian Marksmanship Program scholarship, click on the appropriate heading below. They will be available in PDF format and may be printed for completion and submission.

Applications and more information can be found at http://www.thecmp.org/competitions/Scholarships.htm.

About:
The Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) is a national organization dedicated to training and educating U. S. citizens in responsible uses of firearms and airguns through gun safety training, marksmanship training and competitions. The CMP is a federally chartered 501(c)(3) corporation that places its highest priority on serving youth through gun safety and marksmanship activities that encourage personal growth and build life skills. Visit:www.odcmp.com