Area students encouraged to apply for Kenney scholarship

NEW BRITAIN — The Robert T. Kenney Scholarship Program at the American Savings Foundation is currently accepting applications from current high school seniors, current college students, and nontraditional adult students who will be enrolled in college for the 20192020 academic year. This year, the Foundation expects to award over $750,000 in support to nearly400 new and renewing scholars who will be studying at a wide range of four-year colleges and universities, two-year colleges, and at accredited technical/vocational programs.

Students can apply online at www.asfdn.org. Applications are due by March 31. The foundation’s new website also has links to other area scholarship opportunities and answers to frequently asked questions about the Robert T. Kenney scholarship program.

Scholarships are awarded primarily based on financial need, with consideration given to academic performance, community involvement, and other indications of a strong desire to achieve goals through education. Applicants must live in one of the 64 Connecticut towns served by American Savings Foundation. Current high school seniors must be ranked in the top third of their graduating class or have a 2.5 GPA or higher. Current college students must maintain a 2.5 GPA or higher. For more information and to apply, students and parents can visit www.asfdn.org or call 860-8272556.