The purpose of The John A. McDougall Memorial Scholarship Program is to financially support learning endeavors that enhance knowledge or appreciation of the Society and/or our cultural heritage. This might include a scholarship, fellowship, award, prize, or other method of financial assistance at North American and/or Scottish universities, colleges, other appropriate institutions, or from an appropriate tutor/instructor.
Scholarship emphasis is based on monetary support for “learning” rather than “doing.” Examples: Instruction in playing bagpipes or Scottish dance is definitely “learning” where participating in Scottish athletics is “doing.” Likewise, teaching Gaelic is “doing” whereas taking a course in Gaelic is “learning.”
SCHOLARSHIP REQUIREMENTS
- Submit a written application between Jan. 1 and Apr. 1, that includes:
- Name, Address, City, State, Zip, Phone, E-mail address, and Date of Birth.
- A desired amount.
- A short written explanation of the purpose of the request showing desire to learn particular endeavors that enhance knowledge or appreciation of the Society and/or Scottish cultural heritage.
- If a student:
- Official transcript of grades.
- Parent Name and address.
- Two written references, either academic or professional.
- The applicant must agree that, upon completion, Clan MacDougall Society of North America will be provided with a write-up of his/her experience, suitable for publication in The Tartan.
Subject to approval, up to $500 is available.
Download Application
Send application and references to:
The John A. McDougall Memorial Scholarship Program
Clan MacDougall Society of North America
PO Box 282
Garwood, NJ 07027
Note: Financial need is not required, nor is Scottish heritage, or connection to the MacDougalls or MacDowalls. This program is open to the public.