The CSP Board of Directors appoints a selection committee whose members carefully review each application completed and submitted by the March 1st deadline. 

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The committee looks for students whose applications demonstrate both the ability and the sincere desire to succeed in a technical certification program or 2- or 4-year undergraduate educational institution.

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Successful applicants show evidence of:

*Financial Need*

*Academic Success, including challenging courses, honors, and strong grades*

*Employment Success*

*Clear Goal Setting*

*Strong Written Language Skills*

*Persistence in the Face of Challenging Circumstances*

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In a typical year, CSP awards 10 new, renewable Charlottesville Promise scholarships.

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1 student each year is designated as the Preston Coiner Scholar.  If the current Preston Coiner Scholar's award is renewed, no new award will be given.

Evaluation Criteria