Jonathan Chester Awarded Scholarship to Attend Alvernia University

2014 Feb 25

Jonathan Chester, of Ringtown, Pa., has been granted the Veronica Founder's Scholarship to study Forensic Science at Alvernia University. Chester is currently a senior at North Schuylkill Jr-Sr High School.

The $12,000 Veronica Founder's Scholarship is a merit-based scholarship awarded on a competitive basis. Recipients of the Veronica Founder's Scholarship must have a minimum of 980 SAT* (or 21 ACT) and 3.0 GPA.

ALVERNIA is a fast growing Franciscan university, grounded in the Catholic and liberal arts traditions, that combines diverse academic opportunities with personal attention and an unmatched commitment to community service. Situated on a scenic 121-acre suburban campus in historic Berks County, Pa., the university supports a rigorous and caring learning community that is home to more than 3,000 students. For more information visit alvernia.edu.