Matthew Chew Memorial Scholarship
Matthew Chew Memorial Scholarship
The Matthew Chew Memorial Scholarship offers $1,000 to residents of 42 approved towns in Connecticut pursuing a degree in the arts, with special consideration for those studying painting, drawing, or music performance.
Apr 22, 2026
15 days left
$1,000
Award amount
5
Requirements
Who can apply
- Must be a resident of one of the 42 approved towns in Connecticut
- High school senior or undergraduate student
- Seeking an associate or bachelor's degree
- Studying for a degree in the arts
Always verify the full eligibility rules on the official source before you apply.
Quick facts
Status
open
Study levels
high_school_senior
Eligible institutions
Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut
Payout method
Not stated on the listing
Before you apply
AI guidanceThings to double-check on the official page.
Important checks
- Verify residency in one of the 42 approved towns
- Confirm enrollment status as a high school senior or undergraduate
- Check if your field of study aligns with the scholarship focus
Missing or unclear on the listing
- Specific application steps
- Payout method details
Next steps
AI guidanceA short checklist so you know what to do after reading the listing.
- Confirm every eligibility rule on the official program page.
- Skim the official instructions for any uploads or essays.
- Add the deadline to your calendar and submit before it passes.
- Apply through the official site linked above.
Application tips
AI guidanceListing-specific ideas from our AI layer — not official rules. Skip anything that does not match the program page.
- Prepare a transcript and letters of recommendation
- Write a compelling essay
- Complete FAFSA and include your SAR
Key requirements (5)
Program rules and conditions. Uploads and file types are listed under Required documents.
- Resident of the 42 approved towns in Connecticut.
- High school senior or undergraduate student.
- Seeking an associate or bachelor's degree.
- Studying for a degree in the arts.
- Preference is given to students planning to work on a degree in painting, drawing, or music performance, and for residents of East Lyme, Groton, Ledyard, Montville, New London, Norwich, Stonington and Waterford.
Applying
Details on how to apply can be found at the scholarship's official page.
Award & payment
Amount: $1,000
Payout: Not stated on the listing
About the provider
Overview
This scholarship offers $1,000 to eligible students in Connecticut studying the arts, with a deadline of April 22, 2026.
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Sponsor & application
Information last verified Apr 1, 2026.
Always confirm deadlines, requirements, and application details on the official page before you apply.