The History
The Sons of Portugal Scholarship was established in 1965 with the primary objective of recognizing and rewarding academic excellence among students of Portuguese descent. Scholarship awards ranging from $1,000.00 to $3,500.00 are given to High School Seniors and College students seeking a bachelors degree in an approved undergraduate program of study.
Scholarship awards:
| High School | College |
| 1st place $3,000.00 |
1st place $3,000.00 |
| 2nd place $2,500.00 |
2nd place $2,500.00 |
| 3rd place $2,000.00 |
3rd place $2,000.00 |
| 4th place $1,500.00 |
4th place $1,500.00 |
| 5th place $1,000.00 |
5th place $1,000.00 |
Applications
Applications may be obtained in the Media Center at the Portuguese Cultural Center or at the Guidance Department Offices at all area high schools and trade schools in the greater Danbury area beginning February 1, 2010 due by April 10, 2010 . Applications may also be downloaded here.
