Get Initial Eligibility Application Form - Sdos Sdbor

Completing the Initial Eligibility Application Form - Sdos Sdbor is a crucial step for students seeking eligibility for the South Dakota Opportunity Scholarship. This guide will provide you with clear instructions on how to fill out the form correctly and efficiently online.

Follow the steps to effectively complete your application.

1. Press the ‘Get Form’ button to access the application and open it for editing.
2. Begin by entering the name of the college, university, or technical school where you intend to send your completed application. This section ensures your application reaches the correct institution.
3. Fill in your name in the designated fields: Last, First, and Middle. Ensure that all spelling is accurate to avoid any discrepancies.
4. Input your Social Security Number. Providing this is voluntary, but it is useful for maintaining accurate records and should you choose to transfer your scholarship.
5. Complete your home address and, if different, your mailing address. Ensure that each part — City, State, and ZIP code — is accurate to ensure timely correspondence.
6. Enter your home telephone number in the required field for contact purposes.
7. Specify the name of your South Dakota high school, followed by the high school's address and mailing address.
8. Indicate your cumulative high school grade point average. A GPA of at least 3.0 or a grade of B is necessary for eligibility.
9. Attach a copy of your official high school transcript to support your GPA claim.
10. Enter your ACT composite or SAT verbal/math scores. Ensure that these scores are certified by a school official on your official transcript or include a copy of your ACT or SAT score report.
11. Carefully read and authorize the statement allowing officials access to your school records for verification and scholarship purposes.
12. Provide your signature and date in the designated fields to verify the accuracy of the information you have provided.
13. Ensure that an authorized representative from your high school also signs and dates the form, certifying your eligibility.
14. Submit your completed application promptly, ensuring it is sent no later than September 1 for fall enrollment or January 15 for spring enrollment to your chosen institution.
15. After completing the form, review it for accuracy, then save changes, download, print, or share it as needed.

Complete your application online today to secure your eligibility for the South Dakota Opportunity Scholarship.