Family History Scholarship

Scholarship Sponsored by Twyford Law Office

Are you interested in tracing your lineage and understanding how your family made their way to America? The Twyford Law’s Family History Scholarship is designed to inspire students to delve into their family history and share the fascinating narratives that define their distinct heritage. Regardless of whether your family has been in America for generations or just recently migrated, we are eager to learn how their journey has shaped your identity. This scholarship provides a platform to reflect on your roots, honor your forebears, and recognize the role of family history in molding our identities. We are on the lookout for thoughtful and personal narratives that highlight the diverse paths families have embarked on to establish their lives in America.

Who Can Apply?

• The scholarship is accessible to any current high school senior, vocational student, college student or graduate student who is a legal U.S. resident living in one of the 50 states or the District of Columbia and who is enrolled in a vocational program or a two to four year post-secondary institution.
• Employees of Twyford Law Office, their immediate family members (parents, children, siblings, and spouses), and individuals residing in the same household as these employees (regardless of their relationship), are not eligible to enter the competition.
• Applicants for this scholarship should maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0 or higher and be in good academic standing overall.

How to Apply?

• The applicant must complete the form below with all required details
• The applicant must submit an essay of 750-1,000 words responding to the prompt: Narrate the story of your ancestors' journey to America and how your family’s history has influenced your identity. In 750-1000 words, share your unique heritage and reflect on its significance to you.
  • Please be aware that all essays will be scrutinized for AI writing. If AI writing is detected in the essay, the application will be rejected.
• The applicant must submit a professional resume detailing their professional and academic experiences.
• The applicant must provide a transcript from their current school. First-year college students, graduate students, or individuals who have recently transferred schools may submit an unofficial transcript from their current school, along with the most recent official transcript from their previous school. High school students can provide proof of acceptance to their college or university.
• Preference will be given to students who are either from or attending secondary school in the state.