Letters of Recommendation

The 2024 application will CLOSE FEBRUARY 23, 2024 at 11:59 pm

Only a VERY FEW scholarships require letters of recommendation. Before you request a letter, please confirm you are indeed qualified for the scholarship by checking the criteria below. If you are INDEED qualified, we suggest you request a letter as soon as possible. Please do NOT request a letter if you do not expect to be considered for the scholarships below. Only these scholarships require letters.

Flint Hills Scholarship: This scholarship criteria is as follows:

• Must attend Eagan High School

• Financial need, must submit the Expected Family Contribution (EFC) from the FAFSA.

• Two letters of recommendation; one from a teacher or counselor and one who can attest to your learning experience referenced in your essay.

• Additional essay about career skills further described in online application (question #105)

• Proven leadership and entrepreneurial skills

• Plans to pursue a career in a science or math related field.

• Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.6 with a focus on math or science classes.

Perseverance Scholarships: There are several scholarships set aside for students that have overcome extreme hardships. To qualify for these, students but submit a brief essay in the application AND submit a letter of recommendation from a counselor, teacher, a clergy member or a community leader. These include:

• Matt Thuente (not all)*

• Denise Sjoberg

• DESK

• Harper Family

• Waldock/Maguire (only for SES students)

*Some donors have multiple scholarships, both for perseverance and non-perseverance students.

Vavrosky Family/EHS Boys Cross Country Boosters Scholarship:

• Eagan HS Boys Cross Country team member for a minimum of two years including senior year

• One letter of recommendation from a teacher or a community leader detailing candidate’s kindness, compassion & giving without reservation

• Preference for student that enjoys outdoor activities like hiking, biking, fishing, & hunting