How to use this form: The point system outlined on this form is used to judge scholarship applicants for the NWTF National Scholarship. It provides a fair numerical system for ranking applicants on each criterion and will help anticipate how your local winner will compare at the national level. Have a small committee of 3 to 5 review and score each application.

Judging Criteria

Description

Maximum Points

Total Points

Active in school related organizations (e.g. Honor Society, FFA, Ecology Club, Science Club, Beta Club, Student Council, etc.)

1-3 pts. – Active

4-5 pts. – Very Active

Elected leadership position in school or community related clubs or organizations

Award 5 points for 1 position held and 1 point for each additional position.

Demonstrates community involvement (e.g., membership in Scouts, 4-H, civic group or club, volunteer work)

1-3 pts. – Active

4-5 pts. – Very Active

Grade Point Average

GPA Requirements

Award 5 points for 3.0 average on a 4.0 scale (or see conversion chart below for equivalent) and 1 point for every tenth over 3.0 (i.e. 3.1 = 6 pts.)

Conversion scale

If transcript indicates a scale other than 4.0 students must have a minimum of: 3.75 on a 5.0 scale, 4.5/6.0, 5.25,7.0, 6.0/8.0, 6.75/9.0 or 7.5/10

References

1-6 pts. – Average

7-13 pts. – Above Average

14-20 pts. – Outstanding

Copy of current NWTF membership card (chapters can choose to sign applicants up for membership if they aren't current members)

Copy of current card OR membership number included with application

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Copy of current hunting license

Included with application

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Essay (Explains why hunting is important to the applicant and/or his/her family.)

(Score based on quality of writing, content, and level of dedication to conservation exhibited.)

1-14 pts. – Average

15-29 pts. – Above Average

30-40 pts. – Outstanding

Awards received for school or community involvement

1-3 pts. – received one award

4-5 pts. – received more than one award

GRAND TOTAL POINTS

100 pts.