SCHOLARSHIP

Consider applying for one of the two $1000 scholarships offered by the EOCS each year. We select young people who demonstrate love of God and their Orthodox Christian faith, as shown by their involvement and achievements in church, scouting, school, and community, as well as in a short, written statement.

Are you eligible to apply?

Be a senior in an accredited high school. Homeschooled students should contact the Scholarship Committee Chair (see below) for guidance.
Be an active, registered member of an EOCS-recognized scouting organization: Scouting America (Scouts BSA, Exploring, Venturing, Sea Scouts), Girl Scouts of the USA, Trail Life USA, American Heritage Girls, and Camp Fire.
Have earned the Eagle Scout or Gold Award, or the highest award of another EOCS-recognized scouting organization. Explorers must also have earned the Eagle Scout Award.
Be a communicant member of an Eastern Orthodox Christian Church recognized by the Assembly of Canonical Orthodox Bishops of the USA.
Have earned the EOCS Alpha Omega Religious Award.

Timetable

January 15 – March 15: Complete and submit applications, request recommendation letters
March 15: Applications and supporting materials due
May 15: Scholarship recipients notified

How to apply

Complete the Application below and submit your supporting documents online. Ask your references (see Application for details) to email their letters to the Scholarship Committee Chair, Dr. M. Kotsonis, mekotsonis@gmail.com, by March 15. Contact Dr. Kotsonis with any questions, including “EOCS Scholarships” in the subject line.

How to donate to the EOCS Scholarship Fund

Your donation will help us give more scholarships to highly qualified Orthodox scouts, who have already developed and demonstrated great leadership abilities through their scouting programs. Contact the Scholarship Committee Chair, mekotsonis@gmail.com, with any questions, or donate now on our secure website.

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Past Scholarship Winners