The Franks, both graduates of Fitchburg State, taught for 35 years in the Norwalk public school system. As stated in the Franks' will, preference will be given to students from Norwalk. Recipients must enroll at Fitchburg State College as full-time students. For recipients from Norwalk, the scholarship covers the cost of tuition and fees. These awards are renewable each year for a total of four years.
Renewal is contingent on the maintenance of full-time attendance and good academic standing.
Candidates from Norwalk must complete an application for admission to Fitchburg State College by January 1 for September admission. Write the Office of Admission at Fitchburg College, Fitchburg, Massachusetts 01420. The student must attain a 3.2 average and must have taken a series of foreign language courses, preferably Spanish. The student must have decided to attend a four-year college and major in a foreign language. The student must demonstrate financial need.