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  • Strata Networks Scholarship and Youth Opportunity Applications

  • *ATTENTION*

    As part of your scholarship application, you must submit a video essay. To ensure a smooth submission process, we strongly encourage you to plan ahead and account for any potential technology challenges. Avoid waiting until the deadline to complete your application, as this will give you ample time to address any unforeseen issues.

     

  • Please Note:

    • All applications require a high-resolution photo of the applicant.
    • Incomplete applications may not be considered for awards.
    • Please carefully read the following information about the application(s) you selected. The information will provide insight into what you will need to complete the application, as well as the eligibility requirements for the application.

    *For questions, please contact marketing@stratanetworks.com or call the Strata Networks Scholarship Committee at (435) 622-5007.

    • General Scholarship 

    • General Scholarship

      Application Deadline: March 20, 2026 11:59 PM

      Eligibility Guidelines:

      • Applicants must be immediate family members of a current Strata Networks member. "Family members" are sons, daughters, and stepchildren, including those under legal guardianship or an adopted status.
      • Applicants must live in the Strata Networks service area.
      • Dependents must have a GPA of at least 2.35.
      • A person may only receive one scholarship from the company in a year.
      • Scholarship recipients should attend the Strata Networks Annual Meeting on June 4, 2026.

      This application will require the following to be considered:

      • Official high school transcript for GPA, ACT, and Class Rank verification.
      • Two letters of recommendation from an educator or advisor, a parent or guardian, or your employer (if applicable).
      • List of other scholarships/grants or financial aid received.
      • Submit a video essay that answers the following three questions:
        • If you had the opportunity to make any changes in our community or nation that would benefit the people, what would it be?
        • Tell us about a person or event that has had the biggest impact on your life and why.
        • How can technology and telecommunications transform rural communities like ours?

      Strata Networks Memorial Scholarship:

      Applicants for the Strata Networks General Scholarship will also be considered for the Strata Networks Memorial Scholarship, established to honor past Strata employees and their contributions to our company and community. This non-renewable scholarship awards up to $3,500 per academic year to one student who has demonstrated exceptional academic achievement. The following criteria are required for consideration:

      • Pursuing studies in communications, technology, or business-related fields.
      • Plans to return to and contribute to the local community.
      • Meets the requirements of the Strata Networks Board Scholarship Committee.
    • URECA  

    • URECA Michael F. Peterson Youth Leadership Challenge

      Event Dates: July 6-10, 2026
      Application Deadline: March 20, 2026 11:59 PM

       Eligibility Guidelines:

      • Applicants parent(s)/guardian(s) must be a current member of Strata Networks.
      • Applicant must live in the Strata Networks service area.
      • Applicant must be a high school junior going into their senior year.

      This application will require the following to be considered:

      • Unofficial High School Transcript.
      • Two letters of recommendation.
    • FRS 

    • FRS Youth Tour Washington, D.C.

      Tour Dates: June 1-5, 2026
      Application Deadline: March 20, 2026 11:59 PM

      Eligibility Guidelines:

      • Applicants parent(s)/guardian(s) must be a current member of Strata Networks.
      • Applicants must live in Strata Networks service area.
      • Be 16 or 17 years old at the time of the tour.

      This application will require the following to be considered:

      • Submit a video essay that covers the following:
        • What motivated you to apply for this trip, and if selected, what are you hoping to gain from it?
        • If you had the opportunity to make any changes in our community or nation that would benefit the people, what would it be?
      • Submit two letters of recommendation from a teacher, clergy, or parent.
      • Submit high school transcripts.
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    • High School Information 

    • High School Information

    • The following information must be verified by an attached official transcript.

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    • Letters of Recommendation

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    • College Information 

    • University, College, or Vocational School Information

    • Personal Achievements 

    • Personal Achievements

    • URECA Essay Questions 

    • Essay Questions

      Please answer the following questions, keeping your answers to one paragraph.

    • General Video Upload 

    • Scholarship Consideration

    • General Scholarship Video Essay

      Please upload a video essay answering the following questions:

      1. If you had the opportunity to make any changes in our community or nation that would benefit the people, what would it be?
      2. Tell us about a person or event that has had the biggest impact on your life and why?
      3. How can technology and telecommunications transform rural communities like ours?

      Video submissions must not exceed 3 minutes in length. Videos longer than 3 minutes will be disqualified.

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    • FRS Video upload 

    • FRS Video Essay

       

      Please upload a video essay answering the following questions:

      1. What motivated you to apply for this trip, and if selected, what are you hoping to gain from it?
      2. If you had the opportunity to make any changes in our community or nation that would benefit the people, what would it be?

      Video submission must not exceed 3 minutes in length. Videos longer than 3 minutes will be disqualified.

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    • Students MUST be high school students, age 16 or 17, at the time of the Youth Tour. FRS will not accept any students age 18 or over. No exceptions will be made. For questions, please call Shawni Bowen at 435-622-5212.

       

    • Sign and submit 

    • I certify that the information provided on this form is true to the best of my knowledge. I hereby grant permission to Strata Networks to contact my school, if necessary, and to use my name and likeness in promotional materials in the event that I am selected as a recipient of this/these award(s).

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    • Strata Networks is fully committed to the policies of nondiscrimination & equal opportunity with regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, and status as a person with a disability.

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