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Programs & Services

🎓 Scholarships

Frank Weinke ★ David Robinson Scholarship Program

Provide Scholarship Grants to qualified applicants who are pursuing post high school education or training at a recognized institution and will be enrolled in the upcoming academic year. One scholarship of at least $1,000 is awarded annually — deadline May 5th.

Scholarship Funds May Be Used For
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Certification or License
Professional certifications, licensing programs, and credentialing courses.
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Trade & Technical School
Vocational training, trade programs, and technical schools for skilled careers.
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Two or Four-Year College
Community colleges, universities, and four-year institutions.
Also Available
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National Program
National Marine Corps League Scholarship

The Marine Corps League also offers a national scholarship funded by the MCL Foundation. Eligible applicants are encouraged to apply for both programs to maximize funding opportunities.

MCL National Website ↗
📄 Prefer a Printable PDF Application?
Download, print, and mail to scholarship@mclaz.org by May 5th.
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Online Application
Applicant Information
Complete all required fields. This information will appear on your official application PDF.
Academic Achievements & Community Service
List up to 3 entries for each category. Include organizations where you received academic honors, and community or church service activities.
Academic Achievements (Awards, Honors, Etc.)
Entry
Community Service
Entry
Leadership, Extra-Curricular & Employment
List leadership roles and extra-curricular activities (up to 3 each), plus employment history (up to 2 jobs).
Leadership Roles
Entry
Extra-Curricular Activities
Entry
Employment History
Job
Military / MCL Affiliation
If you are a relative of an active duty person, veteran, or a member of the Marine Corps League in good standing, provide that person's information below. At least one of the eligibility criteria must be met.
Eligibility Reminder

Applicants must be a relative of a Marine or MCL member in good standing, or a relative of any person who has served honorably in any branch of the U.S. Armed Forces.

Essay Responses
Answer at least 3 of the following 5 essay questions. Each response must be a minimum of 200 words. Essays are embedded directly into your application PDF — no separate attachment needed.
Evaluation Criteria

The Scholarship Committee evaluates applicants on future career plans, outstanding accomplishments in Special Talents, Leadership, and Community Service. Use your essays to highlight these qualities.

Essay 1
Describe your hero(s).
0 / 200 words
Essay 2
Do you learn from mistakes? Give an example.
0 / 200 words
Essay 3
Who is your favorite author and why?
0 / 200 words
Essay 4
What are your strengths and weaknesses? Explain why.
0 / 200 words
Essay 5
Why are you pursuing the career path you are going to school for?
0 / 200 words
Documents & Final Submission
Upload your supporting documents below. Letters of reference will be automatically appended as additional pages to your application PDF. Accepted formats: PDF, JPG, PNG. Max 10 MB per file.
Academic Transcript (Official — Required)
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Official transcript from each high school or post-secondary school attended
Acceptance Letter (If Available)
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Proof of acceptance from your university, college, or vocational school
Letters of Personal Reference (3 Required — Max 1 from School Employee)

Each letter must include the writer's name, address, phone number, and their relationship to you. Upload all 3 letters here — they will be appended as additional pages in your final PDF.

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Click to Upload Letters of Reference
Upload up to 3 letters — select all at once or add one at a time
Certification & Acknowledgment

I acknowledge that the Marine Corps League Department of Arizona Scholarship Committee has the sole responsibility for selecting recipients based on criteria as set forth in the program's description. I certify that I meet the basic eligibility requirements and that the information provided is complete and accurate to the best of my knowledge. Falsification of information may result in termination of any scholarship granted. If chosen as a recipient, I agree that information provided on this application may be used by the MCL Department of Arizona in publicizing awards.

📨 Submission Notice

Upon submission, your application will be compiled into a single PDF with your essays embedded and letters of reference appended as additional pages. The complete package will be emailed directly to scholarship@mclaz.org, and a confirmation will be sent to your email address. All materials must be submitted by May 5th.

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