Two-Year Public Colleges
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Two-Year Public Colleges
Two-Year Public Colleges Programs in these schools last from 6 to 24 months and can lead to diplomas, certificates, and associate’s degrees. Some programs State Government Federal Government Public Universities are designed for transfer for credit at four-year colleges and universities. Others are technical programs that teach students specific occupational skills or improve their present job skills. Financial aid programs administered by two-year public colleges Private Colleges, Universities, and Seminaries are listed on the following pages. Two-Year Public Colleges Alabama Companies and Organizations Two-Year Public Colleges Alabama Southern Community College Alabama Southern Community College American Legion Scholarship See companies and organizations chapter. ___________________________________ Art Scholarship Eligibility: Must submit a portfolio and have at least an 80 high school GPA. Award: $10,000 ___________________________________ Athletic Scholarship Contact: Unless otherwise noted, Amy Row- Eligibility: Must contact coach to arrange ell, Financial Aid Director, 251.575.3156, a tryout. ext. 256; arowell@ascc.edu; www.ascc.edu Award: Varies Grants Alabama Student Assistance Program Grant See state government chapter. ___________________________________ Federal Pell Grant See federal government chapter. ___________________________________ Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant See federal government chapter. ___________________________________ Cheerleader Scholarship Eligibility: Must attend tryouts. Award: $10,000 field in which the student is majoring and must maintain at least a 2.5 GPA. Award: Varies Number: Up to 25 ___________________________________ Technical Scholarship Eligibility: Must enroll in cosmetology, business technology, machine tool technology, industrial maintenance, instrumentation and electronics or paper and chemical technology. Interview required. Award: $6,000 ___________________________________ Two-year College Senior Adult Scholarship See state government chapter. ___________________________________ Dean’s Scholarship Eligibility: Must have at least a 24 ACT composite score and at least an 85 high school GPA. Award: $10,000 ___________________________________ Leadership Scholarship Eligibility: Must be SGA president, high Scholarships General Eligibility: Must be a first-time school senior class president, yearbook edifreshman and meet unconditional admis- tor or Distinguished Young Woman winner; sions requirements. A student may not have a high school GPA of at least 80; and receive more than 1 college-sponsored submit a résumé. Award: $1,250; renewable scholarship. ___________________________________ Deadline: February 15; December 15 Music Scholarship (priority) Eligibility: Must audition with music Number: Unless otherwise noted, varies director and have at least an 80 high school GPA. Alabama Southern Industrial Alliance Award: $10,000 Advanced Technology Scholarship Other Alabama National Guard Educational Assistance See state government chapter.. ___________________________________ Federal Work-Study See federal government chapter. ___________________________________ Trade Readjustment Act See state government chapter. ___________________________________ VA Benefits See federal government chapter. ___________________________________ Vocational Rehabilitation See state government chapter. ___________________________________ Eligibility: Must be enrolled in paper and chemical technology, instrumentation and President’s Scholarship electronics, or industrial maintenance/elec- Eligibility: Must have at least a 28 ACT trical; and submit an application, transcript, composite score and at least a 90 high résumé, ACT or ASCC placement score, school GPA. Award: $10,000 and book and 3 letters of recommendation. ___________________________________ Award: Varies ___________________________________ Returning Student and Nontraditional Student Scholarship Academic Excellence Scholarship Eligibility: Must be from Alabama; not have Eligibility: Must have at least a 21 ACT previously earned a degree or certificate; composite score and at least an 80 high have an EFC less than 10,546; have exhaustschool GPA. ed Pell Grant and other outside scholarship Award: $6,000 ___________________________________ funds; and submit an application, transcript and 3 letters of recommendation. A returnAmbassador Scholarship Eligibility: Must have at least an 80 high ing student must have completed at least 24 school GPA of at least 80. Interview required. hours toward a degree, have and maintain at least a 3.0 GPA and be receiving a degree Award: $10,000 ___________________________________ from ASCC. A nontraditional student must be at least 25 years old and be returning to school for a degree or be a minority in the KHEAA–Alabama 182 Affording Higher Education 2016–2017 Two-Year Public Colleges Bevill State Community College Bevill State Community life experiences have contributed positively in preparing you to become a Bevill State Ambassador. Award: Tuition and fees up to 19 hours per semester, plus loan of textbooks ___________________________________ College Contact: Unless otherwise noted, Fayette Campus: Sherry Terry, 205.932.3221, ext. 5103, sterry@bscc.edu; Hamilton Campus: Bethany Roberts, 205.932.3221, ext. 5113, broberts@bscc.edu; Jasper Campus: Doug Hartley, 205.387.0511, ext. 5814, doug.hartley@bscc.edu; Sumiton Campus: Jana Kennedy, 205.648.3271, ext. 5201, jkennedy@bscc.edu; www.bscc.edu Grants Alabama Student Assistance Program Grant See state government chapter. ___________________________________ Federal Pell Grant See federal government chapter. ___________________________________ Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant See federal government chapter. Scholarships Number: Unless otherwise noted, varies Deadline: Unless otherwise noted, March 1 Academic Excellence Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a high school graduate with at least a 90 GPA and at least a 21 ACT composite, be enrolled at least half-time and maintain a 3.0 cumulative GPA. Award: $3,000 ___________________________________ Academic Honors Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a high school graduate with at least an 85 GPA and at least a 18 ACT composite, be enrolled at least halftime and maintain a 2.75 cumulative GPA. Award: $2,000 ___________________________________ Ambassador Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a high school graduate with at least an 85 GPA and at least a 18 ACT composite, be a full-time student, maintain a 2.75 cumulative GPA and submit a résumé. Must submit an essay of up to 500 words on the following topic: Demonstrate how your KHEAA–Alabama Career Technical Honors Scholarship Eligibility: Must exhibit interest and/or experience in a career technical field, be accepted into a career technical program, be enrolled at least half-time and maintain a 2.5 cumulative GPA. Award: $1,000 per semester for fall, spring and summer terms ___________________________________ Dean’s Merit Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a current degree-seeking student at BSCC, have at least a 3.2 GPA, have completed at least 12 but no more than 45 non-developmental hours, be enrolled at least half-time and maintain a 2.75 cumulative GPA. ___________________________________ Multiple Campuses Deadline: March 1 Bovay Foundation Guaranteed Tuition Eligibility: Must be a Lamar County high school or GED graduate and submit an application. Award: Tuition for 2 years Number: Varies ___________________________________ Billy Ford Boyett and Billy Stevon Boyett Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a deserving senior at Sulligent High School and attend the Fayette or Hamilton campus. Award: Tuition and fees for up to 64 hours Number: 1 Contact: Principal, Sulligent High School ___________________________________ Shirley J. Key Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a second-year nursing student on the Jasper or Sumiton campus and have at least a 3.0 GPA. Award: $20 Performing Arts Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a high school graduate with at least an 80 GPA, be a full-time stu___________________________________ dent, maintain a 2.75 cumulative GPA and Phifer Inc. Scholarship follow performing arts guidelines. Eligibility: Must be the child of a full-time Award: $1,200 - $2,400 based on level of Phifer employee. participation as determined by Performing Award: Varies Arts Department Number: Varies ___________________________________ PresidentialAcademic Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a high school graduate in the top 10% of graduating class, have at least a 95 GPA and at least a 24 ACT score, be enrolled at least half-time and maintain a 3.0 cumulative GPA. Award: Tuition and fees up to 16 hours per semester, plus loan of textbooks Number: Varies ___________________________________ Scholars’ Bowl Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a high school graduate with at least an 80 GPA, be a full-time student, maintain a 2.75 cumulative GPA and abide by Scholars’ Bowl guidelines. Consideration given to an applicant who participated in high school Scholars’ Bowl. Award: $2,000 ___________________________________ Dr. Harold Wade Scholarship Eligibility: Based on academic merit and financial need. Preference given to a student who does not qualify for a Pell Grant but still has need as shown by the FAFSA. Rotated annually among the Fayette, Hamilton and Sumiton campuses. Award: $3,000 Number: 1 ___________________________________ Sydnia Wade Memorial Scholarship Eligibility: Based on academic merit and financial need. Preference given to a student who does not qualify for a Pell Grant but still has need as shown by the FAFSA. Rotated annually among the Fayette, Hamilton and Sumiton campuses. Award: $500 for books Number: 1 ___________________________________ Winfield Foundation Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a high school student from Winfield and submit an application. Award: Tuition for fall and spring semesters 183 Affording Higher Education 2016–2017 Two-Year Public Colleges Bevill State Community College of freshman year, for up to 16 hours Number: Varies Fayette Campus Number: Unless otherwise noted, 1 Deadline: March 1 Fayette Community Foundation Michelle Bowden Memorial Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a graduating senior from Fayette County High School. Award: $6,000 ********** GED Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a resident of Fayette County and an outstanding GED recipient. Award: $1,000 Number: 3 ********** High School Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a resident of Fayette County. Award: $3,000; Number: 5; 2 to graduating seniors at Hubbertville High School, 2 to graduating seniors at Berry High School, 1 to a graduating senior at Fayette County High School. ___________________________________ A.L. Franks Memorial Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a senior at Fayette County High School and plan to pursue a career in criminal justice. Award: $500 Contact: Counselor, Fayette County High School ___________________________________ Aaron Geist Memorial Scholarship Eligibility: Must be an outstanding studentathlete at Berry High School. Award: $500 Contact: Principal, Berry High School ___________________________________ Jonathan Kimbrell Memorial Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a graduating senior at Northside High School. Based on academics, leadership and financial need. Award: Varies ___________________________________ Earl McDonald Scholarship Eligibility: Based on academic achievement, leadership ability and financial need. Award: $5,000 KHEAA–Alabama ___________________________________ Moore Memorial Scholarship Eligibility: Must be an outstanding senior at Winfield High School. Based on academics and leadership. Award: Varies Contact: Principal, Winfield High School ___________________________________ Guthrie Smith Memorial Scholarship Eligibility: Must be an outstanding senior at Fayette County High School. Based on academic merit and leadership ability. Award: $3,000 ___________________________________ Nell Spears Memorial Scholarship Eligibility: Must be an outstanding graduate of Fayette County High School. Award: Varies Contact: Counselor, Fayette County High School ___________________________________ Paula Thompson Memorial Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a graduate of Fayette County High School. Based on academics, leadership and citizenship. Award: $1,000 ___________________________________ Blanche Simpson Whitley Memorial Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a deserving nursing student. Award: $1,000 Hamilton Campus Number: Unless otherwise noted, 1 Deadline: March 1 Ernest Rankin Fite Memorial Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a resident of Marion County and a graduate of a high school in Marion County. Award: $690 ___________________________________ Logan/ Green Memorial Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a graduate of Brilliant High School and have at least a 2.0 GPA. Award: $600 ___________________________________ Jennifer Millican Memorial Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a senior at Hamilton High School. ___________________________________ Clyde Nix Memorial Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a graduating senior at 184 Hamilton High School and demonstrate excellent academic performance and school and community leadership ability. Award: $1,000 Jasper Campus Eligibility: Unless otherwise noted, must maintain a cumulative 2.75 GPA. Award: Unless otherwise noted, tuition and fees for up to 64 credit hours over 2 years Number: Varies Deadline: March 1 Alumni Association Annual Scholarship ___________________________________ Averitt Scholarship ___________________________________ Steve Byars Scholarship Award: $3,400 ___________________________________ Citizenship Scholarship ___________________________________ Larry Drummond Scholarship ___________________________________ Education Scholarship ___________________________________ English Scholarship ___________________________________ General Education Scholarship ___________________________________ Carl T. Hare and Juanita Strickland Hare Scholarship ___________________________________ Montieth / Hulsey / Ferguson / Edgil Scholarship ___________________________________ Murphy and Walker Family Scholarship ___________________________________ Murphy and Walker Family Healthcare Scholarship ___________________________________ Music Scholarship ___________________________________ Perry Franklin Newcomb Scholarship Award: Varies; for books only ___________________________________ Nicholson Family Scholarship ___________________________________ Nursing Scholarship Award: Tuition and fees for up to 42 hours over 5 semesters, excluding nursing program fee ___________________________________ Pre-Nursing Scholarship Affording Higher Education 2016–2017 Two-Year Public Colleges Bevill State Community College–Bishop State Community College ___________________________________ Bob Reed Mining Scholarship ___________________________________ William S. Thornton Scholarship ___________________________________ Visual Arts Scholarship ___________________________________ Walker College Foundation General Scholarship ___________________________________ Walker County High School Scholarship ___________________________________ Walker High School Scholarship ___________________________________ Winston County High School Scholarship Sumiton Campus ___________________________________ Bishop State Community College Contact: Unless otherwise noted, Financial Aid Office, 251.405.7015, financialaid@ bishop.edu, www.bishop.edu Grants Alabama Student Assistance Program Grant See state government chapter. ___________________________________ Engineering, Physics, Economics and Computer Science Scholarship Eligibility: Must be admitted to BSCC; have a 3.0 cumulative GPA, a 3.2 GPA in science and math and a 21 composite ACT score, including a 21 in math and English; attend a two-week summer program; participate in a homeland security/science, technology, engineering and mathematics cohort; and submit a sealed official copy of transcript, an application and 2 letters of recommendation (1 from a math or science teacher). Deadline: February 17 Contact: Tracy Driscoll, EPECS Coordinator, Bishop State Community College, 351 North Broad Street, Mobile, AL 36603-5898 ___________________________________ Federal Pell Grant See federal government chapter. Presidential Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a student at a public high ___________________________________ school in Mobile or Washington County Dennis and Nancy Campbell Scholarship Federal Supplemental and have at least a 3.5 GPA and at least Eligibility: Must be a graduating senior from Educational Opportunity Grant a 24 ACT composite score or 1090–1120 Sumiton Christian High School. See federal government chapter. composite score on the SAT. Deadline: March 1 Award: Tuition and fees for up to 30 hours ___________________________________ Scholarships per year. Renewable with at least a 3.0 Eligibility: In addition to any criteria un- cumulative GPA. Diane Weaver McCullar der specific scholarships, must submit the Number: 1 for each high school Memorial Scholarship ___________________________________ Eligibility: Must graduate from Bevill State/ FAFSA, scholarship application, 3 letters Sumiton Campus LPN program, pass the of recommendation, high school transcript Technical Scholarship LPN challenge exam, possess a current LPN and 1-page, double-spaced typed essay titled Eligibility: Must be a high school student, license, file an application to the ADN pro- “My Educational Goals.” have at least a 2.5 GPA and plan to pursue gram, have at least a 3.0 GPA and establish Deadline: Unless otherwise noted, April a degree or certificate in a Technical School 15 for incoming freshmen need by filing the FAFSA. division. Award: Varies Award: Tuition and fees for up to 24 hours Academic Scholarship Deadline: July 1 per year ___________________________________ Eligibility: Must be a high school student Other and have at least a 3.3 GPA and at least a Welding Program Scholarship Federal Work-Study 20 ACT composite score or 940–970 SAT Eligibility: Must pursue a degree or certifiSee federal government chapter. composite score. cate in welding, complete at least the short ___________________________________ Award: Tuition and fees for up to 24 hours certificate within the established time frame, Police Officer’s / Firefighter’s per year. Renewable with at least a 3.0 maintain at least a 2.5 GPA, commit to passSurvivor’s Educational Assistance cumulative GPA. ing American Welding Society certifications, ___________________________________ See state government chapter. participate in the Ready to Work program ___________________________________ Athletic Scholarship and earn the Career Readiness Certificate. Trade Readjustment Act Contact: Athletics Department, 251. Award: Varies; includes the cost of fees See state government chapter. 405.7030 associated with all certifications Number: 1 ___________________________________ Vocational Rehabilitation See state government chapter. ___________________________________ VA Benefits See federal government chapter. ___________________________________ Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WOIA) See state government chapter. KHEAA–Alabama ___________________________________ Band Scholarship Contact: Michael Poellnitz, 251.405.7186 ___________________________________ Cheerleading Scholarship Contact: Julie King, 251.405.7244 ___________________________________ Choral Scholarship Contact: Beverly Little, 251.405.7185 185 Number: 100 Other Alabama National Guard Educational Assistance Program See state government chapter. ___________________________________ Federal Work-Study See federal government chapter. Affording Higher Education 2016–2017 Two-Year Public Colleges Bishop State Community College–Central Alabama Community College ___________________________________ Police Officer’s / Firefighter’s Survivor’s Educational Assistance See state government chapter. ___________________________________ VA Benefits See federal government chapter. ___________________________________ Fine Arts Scholarship Eligibility: Must participate in art, graphics, chorale, guitar ensemble, jazz band or theater. Contact: 256.306.2699; bwoodfin7870@ calhoun.edu ___________________________________ Calhoun Community College Foundation Academic Scholarship Eligibility: Must maintain at least a 3.0 cumulative GPA. ___________________________________ Foundation Technology Scholarship Eligibility: Must maintain at least a 2.5 cumulative GPA and at least a 3.0 GPA in major. ___________________________________ Contact: Unless otherwise noted, Financial Aid Office, 256.306.2626, dwb@calhoun. edu, www.calhoun.edu Grants Alabama Student Assistance Program Grant See state government chapter. ___________________________________ Federal Pell Grant See federal government chapter. ___________________________________ Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant See federal government chapter. Loans Federal Direct Loan See federal government chapter. ___________________________________ Federal Direct PLUS Loan See federal government chapter. Scholarships Eligibility: Must be a full-time student, demonstrate class attendance, maintain at least a 3.0 GPA and submit the FAFSA, scholarship application and admissions application by March 1. Some scholarships may have additional requirements. Academic Scholarship I Eligibility: Must graduate from a high school in the college’s service area and have at least a 27 composite ACT score. Award: Tuition for 1 year Principal’s Choice Award Eligibility: Must graduate from a high school in the college’s service area and have at least a 3.0 cumulative GPA. Each high school may have additional criteria. Award: $1,500 Contact: School counselor or principal ___________________________________ Valedictorian and Salutatorian Scholarship Eligibility: Must graduate from a high school in the college’s service area and be the school’s valedictorian or salutatorian. A high school that does not rank graduates may be eligible to nominate a top 5% recipient. Award: Tuition for 2 years Other Alabama National Guard Educational Assistance Program See state government chapter. ___________________________________ Federal Work-Study See federal government chapter. ___________________________________ Police Officer’s/ Firefighter’s Survivor’s Educational Assistance See state government chapter. ___________________________________ VA Benefits See federal government chapter. Community College Contact: Cindy Entrekin, 256.215.4251, centrekin@cacc.edu; Childersburg Campus: 256.378.2009; Talladega Center: 256.480.2070; www.cacc.edu Grants Alabama Student Assistance Program Grant See state government chapter. ___________________________________ Federal Pell Grant See federal government chapter. ___________________________________ Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant See federal government chapter. Loans Federal Direct Loan See federal government chapter. Scholarships Deadline: March 1 Academic Scholarship Eligibility: Must be an outstanding high school senior, have excelled in academics, have at least a 3.0 GPA and have been involved in extracurricular activities. ___________________________________ Ambassador Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a high school student, have excelled in leadership and have at least a 3.0 GPA. ___________________________________ Athletic Scholarship Eligibility: Must play baseball, golf, softball or women’s tennis. Based on tryout. Contact: Coach ___________________________________ Performing Arts Scholarship Eligibility: Must participate in jazz band or show choir and have at least a 3.0 GPA. Audition required. ___________________________________ ___________________________________ Academic Scholarship II Eligibility: Preference given to an incoming freshman with at least a 3.0 cumulative GPA. KHEAA–Alabama Central Alabama Student Activity Scholarship Eligibility: Must be president of the campus chapter of the Alabama Association of 186 Affording Higher Education 2016–2017 Two-Year Public Colleges Central Alabama Community College–Chattahoochee Valley Community College Nursing Students, Circle K, Cultural Unity Organization, Phi Theta Kappa or Student Government Association. ___________________________________ Technical Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a high school senior, be enrolled in a technical program and have at least a 2.5 GPA. Other Alabama National Guard Educational Assistance Program See state government chapter. ___________________________________ Federal Work-Study See federal government chapter. ___________________________________ Police Officer’s / Firefighter’s Survivor’s Educational Assistance See state government chapter. ___________________________________ Trade Readjustment Act See state government chapter. ___________________________________ VA Benefits See federal government chapter. ___________________________________ Vocational Rehabilitation See state government chapter. ___________________________________ Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WOIA) See state government chapter. ___________________________________ Chattahoochee Valley Community College Career Technical Scholarship Eligibility: Must have at least an 80 GPA through first semester of senior year of high school and participate in college events. Renewable based on GPA, remaining in technical program and standing with college. Number: Varies ___________________________________ Contact: Unless otherwise noted, Joan Waters, 334.291.4914, joan.waters@cv.edu, www.cv.edu Grants Alabama Student Assistance Program Grant See state government chapter. ___________________________________ Federal Pell Grant See federal government chapter. ___________________________________ Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant See federal government chapter. Loans Federal Direct Loan See federal government chapter. Scholarships Eligibility: In addition to criteria listed under specific scholarships, must submit FAFSA, admissions application, scholarship application and transcript. Deadline: March 1 Academic Scholarship Eligibility: Must have at least an 85 GPA through first semester of senior year of high school. Renewable based on GPA and standing with college. Number: Varies ___________________________________ Ambassador Scholarship Eligibility: Must have at least an 80 GPA through first semester of senior year of high school and perform certain duties as a school ambassador. Renewable based on GPA and standing with college. Number: Varies Leadership Scholarship Eligibility: Must have at least an 80 GPA through first semester of senior year of high school and perform service hours for the college. Renewable based on GPA and standing with college. Number: Varies ___________________________________ Performing Arts Scholarship Eligibility: Must participate in vocal or instrumental. Based on tryout. Number: Varies Contact: Fine Arts Division ___________________________________ Two-year College Senior Adult Scholarship See state government chapter. Other Alabama National Guard Educational Assistance Program See state government chapter. ___________________________________ Federal Work-Study See federal government chapter. ___________________________________ Police Officer’s / Firefighter’s Survivor’s Educational Assistance See state government chapter. ___________________________________ Trade Readjustment Act See state government chapter. ___________________________________ VA Benefits See federal government chapter. ___________________________________ Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WOIA) See state government chapter. ___________________________________ Athletic Scholarship Eligibility: Must participate in men’s baseball or basketball or women’s basketball or softball. Based on tryout. Number: Varies Contact: Athletic Department KHEAA–Alabama 187 Affording Higher Education 2016–2017 Two-Year Public Colleges Jefferson Davis Community College–J. F. Drake State Community and Technical College ___________________________________ Jefferson Davis Community Escambia County Historical Society Scholarship Eligibility: Must submit a separate application and transcripts for all high schools and undergraduate colleges attended. ___________________________________ College Contact: Vanessa Kyles, 251.809.1516, vanessa.kyles@jdcc.edu, www.jdcc.edu Grants Alabama Student Assistance Program Grant See state government chapter. ___________________________________ Federal Pell Grant See federal government chapter. ___________________________________ Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant See federal government chapter. Scholarships School-sponsored GED Scholarship Eligibility: Must have an exceptional score on the GED. ___________________________________ Honors Program Scholarship Eligibility: Based on GPA, ACT score and class ranking. ___________________________________ Industrial Engineering Maintenance Scholarship ___________________________________ Institutional Scholarship Eligibility: Must demonstrate academic potential through GPA and/or score on COMPASS Test. ___________________________________ Leadership Scholarship Eligibility: Must have demonstrated leadership skills by being a club officer and participating in school and/or community activities. ___________________________________ Eligibility: In addition to any criteria listed under a specific scholarship, must Masonry Scholarship ___________________________________ submit admissions and school scholarship applications; complete the FAFSA; provide Louise Hauss Miller Nursing Scholarship a high school, college or GED transcript; Eligibility: Must be accepted into the and submit 2 letters of recommendation. nursing program and submit a separate Number: Unless otherwise noted, varies application. Deadline: Unless otherwise noted, Janu- Award: $1,000 ___________________________________ ary 24 Contact: Unless otherwise noted, David Sara Neal Honors Scholarship Jones, 251.809.1592, david.jones@jdcc. Eligibility: Must be a valedictorian or saedu lutatorian at an area high school. ___________________________________ Air Conditioning / Refrigeration Scholarship ___________________________________ Art Scholarship Eligibility: Must submit a portfolio. ___________________________________ Athletic Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a men’s baseball, men’s basketball, women’s softball or women’s volleyball player. Tryout required. Contact: Coach ___________________________________ Auto Body Repair Scholarship ___________________________________ Drafting and Design Technology Scholarship KHEAA–Alabama Nursing Scholarship Eligibility: Must be admitted to the clinical component of nursing. ___________________________________ Office Administration Scholarship Eligibility: Must major in office administration. ___________________________________ Presidential Scholarship Eligibility: Must have at least a 27 ACT score and submit an essay that cites a person or event that had a significant impact on the applicant’s goals and/or values. Number: 1 ___________________________________ Second Career Scholarship Eligibility: Must be resident of Escambia County, Alabama, or Escambia County, Florida; submit a separate application; and demonstrate financial need and academic potential. Deadline: April 1 (fall), October 5 (spring) Contact: Dr. Marilyn R. Nicholson, JDCC, P.O. Box 958, Brewton, AL 36427 ___________________________________ Second Generation Scholarship Eligibility: Must be the child of a JDCC graduate and provide proof of relationship. ___________________________________ Harry L. and Alice B. Weaver Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a resident of Escambia County, be a sophomore, major in education, have a 2.5 GPA and submit a separate application and college transcripts. Number: 1 ___________________________________ Welding Technology Scholarship Jefferson Davis Community College Foundation Scholarships Eligibility: Must submit an application and provide transcripts for all high schools and undergraduate colleges attended Deadline: April 1 Contact: JDCC Foundation Scholarship Committee, P.O. Box 462, Brewton AL 36427 Other Scholarships Two-year College Senior Adult Scholarship See state government chapter. Other Alabama National Guard Educational Assistance Program See state government chapter. ___________________________________ Federal Work-Study See federal government chapter. ___________________________________ Police Officer’s / Firefighter’s Survivor’s Educational Assistance See state government chapter. ___________________________________ Trade Adjustment Assistance See state government chapter. 188 Affording Higher Education 2016–2017 Two-Year Public Colleges J. F. Drake State Community and Technical College–Enterprise State Community College ___________________________________ VA Benefits See federal government chapter. ___________________________________ Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WOIA) See state government chapter. J. F. Drake State Community and Technical College Contact: Unless otherwise noted, Jennifer O’Linger, 256.551.3127, jennifer.olinger@ drakestate.edu, www.drakestate.edu Grants Alabama Student Assistance Program Grant See state government chapter. Deadline: March 31 (priority) ___________________________________ Federal Pell Grant See federal government chapter. Deadline: March 31 (priority) Deadline: Varies each semester. For latest information, check www.drakestate.edu Other Alabama National Guard Educational Assistance Program See state government chapter. Contact: Neoka Hambrick, 256.551.3127, neoka.ivey@drakestate.edu ___________________________________ Federal Work-Study See federal government chapter. Deadline: July 1 (priority) ___________________________________ Police Officer’s / Firefighter’s Survivor’s Educational Assistance See state government chapter. ___________________________________ Trade Adjustment Assistance See state government chapter. ___________________________________ VA Benefits See federal government chapter. Contact: Neoka Hambrick, 256.551.3127, neoka.ivey@drakestate.edu ___________________________________ Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WOIA) See state government chapter. ___________________________________ Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant See federal government chapter. Deadline: March 31 (priority) Scholarships Academic Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a high school graduate or GED recipient; have at least a 3.0 GPA; be enrolled full time; and submit a transcript, a 300-word essay and a letter of reference from a high school or college official. Award: Tuition; renewable Number: Varies Deadline: Varies each semester. For latest information, check www.drakestate.edu ___________________________________ Leadership Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a high school graduate; have at least a 2.5 GPA; be enrolled full time; and submit a transcript, a 300-word essay and a letter of reference from a high school or college official. Award: One-half tuition and fees; renewable Number: Varies KHEAA–Alabama Enterprise State Community Loans Federal Direct Loan See federal government chapter. ___________________________________ Federal Direct PLUS Loan See federal government chapter. Scholarships Academic Scholarship Eligibility: Must plan to receive an AA or AS degree and/or transfer to a 4-year school to pursue a bachelor’s degree, be ranked in the top 25% of graduating class (high school student) or have completed at least 12 semester credit hours at ESCC with at least a 3.0 GPA (current or former students), and enroll in the fall semester immediately following the awarding of the scholarship. Award: $2,000; renewable for a second year with at least a 3.0 GPA. Cannot be used for summer classes. Deadline: March 1 ___________________________________ Alabama Indian Affairs Commission Scholarship See state government chapter. ___________________________________ Athletic Scholarship Eligibility: Must participate in intercollegiate athletics and meet college, ACCC and NJCAA requirements. Renewable if recipient continues to meet requirements, including hours earned and GPA. Award: Tuition, fees, and books (on loan) Deadline: March 1 ___________________________________ College Contact: Dr. Henry L. “Chip” Quisenberry Jr., 334.347.2623, ext. 2214, cquisenberry@ escc.edu, www.escc.edu Grants Alabama Student Assistance Program Grant See state government chapter. ___________________________________ Federal Pell Grant See federal government chapter. ___________________________________ Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant See federal government chapter. 189 Career Scholarship Eligibility: Must plan a career in one of the fields offered at ESCC; have at least a 80 average (high school student), have passed the GED or have completed at least 12 semester credit hours at ESCC with at least a 3.0 GPA (current or former students); and enroll in the fall semester immediately following the awarding of the scholarship. Award: $2,000; renewable for a second year with at least a 3.0 GPA. Cannot be used for summer classes. Deadline: March 1 ___________________________________ Enterprise State Community College Education Association Scholarship ___________________________________ GED Scholarship Eligibility: Must pass the GED, enroll in the fall semester immediately following the awarding of the scholarship and take at Affording Higher Education 2016–2017 Two-Year Public Colleges Enterprise State Community College least the minimum number of credit hours specified in the award notification. Award: $2,000; renewable for a second year with at least a 3.0 GPA. Cannot be used for summer classes. Deadline: March 1 ___________________________________ ___________________________________ Foundation Scholarships Eligibility: Unless otherwise noted, based on the same general criteria as the Academic, Career and Technical Scholarships. Award: Varies Deadline: March 1 Leadership Scholarship Eligibility: Must meet leadership organizaAnderson Scholarship tion requirements and participate in organi- Delano ___________________________________ zation activities, submit an application, be a Avery Scholarship full-time student and maintain a 2.5 cumu- Jeffrey ___________________________________ lative GPA. Interview required. Renewable Dr. Mary D. Bauer Scholarship upon coordinator’s recommendation. Eligibility: Preference given to a reentry Award: Varies woman desiring to continue her education. Deadline: March 1 ___________________________________ ___________________________________ W. T. Benson Memorial Scholarship Performing Arts Scholarship Eligibility: Must meet performing arts or- Eligibility: Must be from Geneva County ganization requirements, enroll in at least and demonstrate financial need and promise. 12 credit hours per semester, maintain a 2.5 academic ___________________________________ cumulative GPA and participate as specified by the ensemble director. Audition required. Jimmy and David Boyle Memorial Scholarship Renewable. ___________________________________ Award: Varies Edna and Robert Brown Scholarship Deadline: March 1 ___________________________________ ___________________________________ Brunson Memorial Scholarship Presidential Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a deserving graduate Eligibility: Must be a valedictorian or saluof Elba High School. tatorian at a high school in the ESCC service ___________________________________ area, enroll in the fall semester immediately following high school graduation, complete Dr. Emmett Thomas at least 15 credit hours in both the fall and Brunson Scholarship spring semesters and maintain at least a 3.0 Eligibility: Must be a graduate of Enterprise High School. cumulative GPA. Number: 2 Award: In-state tuition and fees up to 15 ___________________________________ hours per semester; renewable for a second Dr. and Mrs. Emmett year. Cannot be used for summer classes. Treadwell Brunson Scholarship Deadline: March 1 Eligibility: Must be a graduate of Samson ___________________________________ High School. Technical Scholarship Number: 2 Eligibility: Must plan a career in one of the fields offered at ESCC; have passed the GED or have completed at least 12 semester credit hours at ESCC with at least a 3.0 GPA (current or former students); and enroll in the fall semester immediately following the awarding of the scholarship. Award: $2,000; renewable for a second year with at least a 3.0 GPA. Cannot be used for summer classes. Deadline: March 1 ___________________________________ Two-year College Senior Adult Scholarship See state government chapter. KHEAA–Alabama ___________________________________ Jerry Brunson Memorial Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a graduate of a Coffee County high school and participate in community service activities. ___________________________________ Brantley Eugene and Ethel Erin Chapman Bush Scholarship ___________________________________ Gladys Clark Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a graduate of a Coffee County high school. Number: 2 190 Conner Scholarship Number: 6 ___________________________________ Ross Cotter Sr. Memorial Scholarship ___________________________________ R. A. Culpepper Scholarship Eligibility: Must be from the Enterprise area. ___________________________________ Charlie Davis Scholarship ___________________________________ Dr. J. W. “Jim” Dobbs Memorial Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a deserving student. ___________________________________ Cleve Donaldson Art Scholarship Eligibility: Must submit at least 3 artistic works and a letter of recommendation from an instructor, preferably an art instructor. ___________________________________ Fred D. Donaldson Memorial Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a faculty or staff member at ESCC. ___________________________________ Mark T. Donnell Memorial Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a deserving student. ___________________________________ Amy Dowling Memorial Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a graduating senior at Enterprise High School. Award: Nonrenewable ___________________________________ R.W. Dowling Jr. and Family Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a student from the Coffee County area, have at least a “C” average and plan to major in education. ___________________________________ Edwards–Pridgen Memorial Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a deserving honor student. ___________________________________ Onna Mae Ellis Memorial Scholarship Eligibility: Preference given to a graduate of Enterprise High School who is a member of the Anchor Club. ___________________________________ Bart J. Engram Memorial Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a graduate of New Brockton High School. ___________________________________ Elizabeth Henderson Engram Scholarship Eligibility: Preference given to a re-entry student. Affording Higher Education 2016–2017 Two-Year Public Colleges Enterprise State Community College ___________________________________ Enterprise Banking Company Scholarship Eligibility: Preference given to a resident of Enterprise. Number: 2 ___________________________________ Enterprise Lions Club Scholarship Eligibility: Must be from Enterprise High School. ___________________________________ Enterprise Rotary Club Scholarship Eligibility: Preference given to a graduate of Enterprise High School. ___________________________________ Shavonna Fiems Memorial Scholarship Eligibility: Must be an area female student. ___________________________________ Ned Folmar Scholarship Eligibility: Must be from Crenshaw, Coffee, or Pike County. First preference given to a student majoring in forestry. Second preference to a baseball or softball player. ___________________________________ Rex L. and Sarah H. Forehand Memorial Scholarship ___________________________________ Thomas Gregory Fortune Scholarship Eligibility: Must have a physical disability or impairment, financial need and academic promise. ___________________________________ Mamie Lois Fountain Memorial Scholarship ___________________________________ Fuller–Pittman Scholarship ___________________________________ B. F. and Gwendolyn Garth Scholarship Eligibility: Must have financial need and demonstrate academic promise. ___________________________________ Geneva County Retired Teachers and Support Personnel Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a deserving student from a Geneva County school. ___________________________________ Geneva High School Class of 1957 Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a Geneva High School student, have a 2.5 to 3.5 GPA and have financial need but be ineligible for government assistance. ___________________________________ Charlie Gibson Memorial Scholarship KHEAA–Alabama ___________________________________ ___________________________________ Michael J. McDaniel E. L. Gibson Foundation Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a resident of Coffee, “Mr. Mac” Scholarship Dale, Pike or Geneva County pursuing Eligibility: Must be a graduate of Wicksburg High School. courses in a health-related area. ___________________________________ Dr. E. L. Gibson Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a member of the ESCC faculty or staff seeking professional development. ___________________________________ Dr. Herbert Gibson Scholarship Number: 2; 1 to an academically promising student at Enterprise High School, 1 to a member of the ESCC faculty or staff seeking professional development. ___________________________________ Ronald W. Ginn Memorial Scholarship Eligibility: Based on financial need rather than academic performance. ___________________________________ Dr. Faye Loftin Grimmer Scholarship Eligibility: Must show superior academic promise. ___________________________________ Randy and Darlene Halcomb Scholarship ___________________________________ Ben Byrd Henderson Sr. Scholarship Number: 6 ___________________________________ Adam Herbert Holland Scholarship ___________________________________ Neva W. Hughes Scholarship Eligibility: Preference given to a re-entry woman over age 25. ___________________________________ S. Mark Jordan Memorial Scholarship Eligibility: Preference given to a person with physical disabilities or impairments. ___________________________________ Dalbert and Rettie Lou Marsh Family Scholarship Eligibility: Must have at least a 3.0 GPA. Preference given to a graduate of Enterprise High School who is a resident of Coffee County. Academic ability and financial need considered. ___________________________________ Roy Martin Memorial Scholarship ___________________________________ Selena Martin Memorial Scholarship ___________________________________ Mr. and Mrs. J. F. “Whitey” McArthur Scholarship 191 ___________________________________ Steve H. McGregor Memorial Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a business major. ___________________________________ Shirley Merritt Memorial Scholarship ___________________________________ Military Scholarship Eligibility: Must be the dependent of someone in the military. ___________________________________ Dr. William L. Mitchell Nursing Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a transfer student leaving the Enterprise campus to attend an accredited nursing school in the region, have good grades, have financial need and demonstrate a commitment to nursing. ___________________________________ Foy Whigham Mixson Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a graduate of George W. Long High School, have at least a “B” average and show financial need. If there is no qualified applicant from Long High School, awarded to a student from the Enterprise area. ___________________________________ R. O. Nichols Scholarship ___________________________________ V. W. Paschal Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a graduate of Enterprise High School. ___________________________________ Regions Bank Scholarship Eligibility: Must plan to enter the field of business and finance. ___________________________________ Colonel Jerry Sage Memorial Scholarship Eligibility: Preference given to a student planning to major in education and demonstrating financial need. ___________________________________ L. H. Sessions Scholarship ___________________________________ Robbie Sessions Scholarship Eligibility: Must plan to enter the field of business. ___________________________________ Phillip Stewart Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a graduate of Carroll High School or George W. Long High School. Affording Higher Education 2016–2017 Two-Year Public Colleges Enterprise State Community College–Faulkner State Community College ___________________________________ Lisa Mae Sutterfield Memorial Scholarship ___________________________________ Fred and Nina Taylor Scholarship Eligibility: Must show financial need. Preference given to a student from Enterprise, Samson or Daleville. ___________________________________ Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant See federal government chapter. Loans Federal Direct Loan See federal government chapter. from high school; file the FAFSA; submit an application, a transcript and an ACT or SAT score; and attend an audition. Contact: D. Jackson Ayers, 251.580.2164, djackson.ayers@faulknerstate.edu ___________________________________ Presidential Scholarship Eligibility: Must be on track to graduate ___________________________________ from high school; file the FAFSA; and Federal Direct PLUS Loan Mae Turner Scholarship submit an application, a transcript and an See federal government chapter. Eligibility: Must be from the Coffee ACT or SAT score. Springs area. Deadline: December 1 (mid-year graduScholarships ___________________________________ ates), March 1 (spring graduates) Academic Scholarship Virgil O. Warren / Enterprise Eligibility: Must have a proven academic Contact: Dianne Crabtree, 251.580.2282, Oil Company Scholarship track record and be a valedictorian, saluta- dianne.crabtree@faulknerstate.edu ___________________________________ ___________________________________ torian, National Merit finalist or National Wayne Farms Inc. Scholarship Two-year College Merit semifinalist. Eligibility: Must be an employee or a de___________________________________ Senior Adult Scholarship pendent of an employee of Wayne Farms See state government chapter. Athletic Scholarship Inc. or a contract grower or dependent of Eligibility: Must be an outstanding athlete. a contract grower. Other ___________________________________ Number: 2 Alabama G.I. Dependents’ Cheerleading and Mascot Scholarship Eligibility: Must demonstrate outstanding Educational Benefits Other See state government chapter. cheerleading skills. Alabama National Guard ___________________________________ ___________________________________ Educational Assistance Alabama National Guard Civic / Business Scholarship See state government chapter. Educational Assistance Eligibility: Based on financial need, skills ___________________________________ See state government chapter. and other factors. Federal Work-Study Contact: Veterans Affairs Office, 251. ___________________________________ See federal government chapter. 580.2292 Award: $7.49 per hour for up to 20 hours Dogwood Trail Pageant Scholarship ___________________________________ Eligibility: Must be a graduating senior per week who placed in the top 10 of the Dogwood Federal Work-Study Number: 75 Trail Pageant, enroll in the summer or fall See federal government chapter. ___________________________________ ___________________________________ VA Benefits See federal government chapter. term after graduation and complete 2 years in consecutive terms (excluding summer semesters). Number: 2 Faulkner State Fine and Performing Arts Scholarship Eligibility: Must demonstrate potential in art, commercial art/computer graphics, music, theater or photography. ___________________________________ Community College ___________________________________ Leadership Scholarship Eligibility: Must demonstrate leadership ability. ___________________________________ Institutional Work-Ship Eligibility: Must be a full-time student and make satisfactory academic progress. Award: Campus-based employment earning at least minimum wage ___________________________________ VA Benefits See federal government chapter. Contact: Veterans Affairs Office, 251. 580.2292 Contact: Unless otherwise noted, Of___________________________________ fice of Financial Aid, 251.580.2151, James D. Martindale financial_aid@faulknerstate.edu, www. Memorial Scholarship faulknerstate.edu Eligibility: Must be a rising sophomore with a science or science-related major. Grants Number: 1 Alabama Student Award: Tuition and fees for 1 year Assistance Program Grant ___________________________________ See state government chapter. ___________________________________ Music and Dance Scholarship Eligibility: Must be on track to graduate Federal Pell Grant See federal government chapter. KHEAA–Alabama 192 Affording Higher Education 2016–2017 Two-Year Public Colleges Gadsden State Community College ______________________________________ Gadsden State Community College Contact: Financial Aid Office, 256.549.8264, info@gadsdenstate.edu, www.gadsdenstate. edu Grants Deadline: April 15 Alabama Student Assistance Program Grant See state government chapter. ______________________________________ Federal Pell Grant See federal government chapter. ______________________________________ Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant See federal government chapter. Scholarships Deadline: Unless otherwise noted, April 15 Academic Scholarship Eligibility: Based on academic achievement, rank in class and academic competitions. At least a 3.0 GPA recommended. ACT scores required. Award: Full tuition Deadline: March 1 ______________________________________ Ambassador Scholarship Eligibility: Must work as a representative of the college, have at least a 3.0 GPA and submit a 500-word essay explaining how life experiences have contributed to applicant’s preparation to become a GSCC Ambassador. Based on academic merit, club/organization participation and extracurricular activities. May require interview. Award: Full tuition Deadline: March 1 ______________________________________ Athletic Scholarship Eligibility: Must participate in men’s basketball or tennis; in women’s basketball, softball or volleyball; or be a team manager. Contact:Athletic Department, 256.549.8310. KHEAA–Alabama Ayers Employee Fund Eligibility: Must take courses at the Ayers campus and have at least a 2.5 GPA. Priority given to a student in a declared major and to a student within 1 semester of graduation. ______________________________________ ___________________________________ Citizens Baptist Medical Center Volunteer Program Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a graduating senior from a Talladega County high school; have at least a 2.75 overall GPA; demonstrate leadership ability and community involvement; and express a desire to enter a medical field. Financial need considered. Bingo Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a resident of Etowah ______________________________________ County and have at least a 2.5 GPA. Award: Available for 1 term on a term-by- Compass Bank Endowed Scholarship Eligibility: Must have at least a 2.5 GPA. term basis ______________________________________ Preference given to a bank employee and an employee’s dependent. Barry Boatwright Award: Varies; available for 1 term Memorial Scholarship Eligibility: Must be enrolled in a science- Number: Varies ______________________________________ related major. Jerry L. Culberson Award: Tuition ______________________________________ Nursing Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a Cherokee County resiBuffalo Rock Donation dent, be accepted into the nursing program Athletic Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a full-time student, play on the Cherokee campus, have financial men’s or women’s basketball at GSCC and need and demonstrate academic success by meeting all progression requirements have at least a 2.5 GPA. ______________________________________ of the nursing program. ______________________________________ Buffalo Rock Donation Culp Industries Endowed Scholarship General Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a full-time student and Eligibility: Must be an employee of Culp Industries or a dependent of an individual have at least a 2.5 GPA. ______________________________________ employed at Culp for at least 1 year and document financial need by filing a FAFSA. Buffalo Rock Endowed Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a deserving student A graduating high school senior must have at least a 2.5 GPA. with at least a 2.5 GPA. ______________________________________ Award: Varies; renewable with at least a 2.5 GPA Bush Memorial Endowed Scholarship ______________________________________ Eligibility: Must be a deserving student Donation Scholarship with at least a 2.5 GPA. Eligibility: Must have at least a 2.0 GPA. Number: 1; available for 1 term ______________________________________ Priority consideration given to a student within 1 academic term of graduation. Career Tech Dual Award: Varies Enrollment Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a high school senior, Number: Varies ______________________________________ have an overall “B” average in high school course work, have an interest in a Career John Duncan Memorial Tech Program offered through Career Endowed Scholarship Tech Dual Enrollment at GSCC and have Eligibility: Must be an Etowah County resiapproval from high school principal and dent who demonstrates academic aptitude. ______________________________________ superintendent. Early College Enrollment Number: Varies Contact: Office of Cooperative Education, Program Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a junior or senior at a 256.549.8605. ______________________________________ participating high school, pass the Alabama High School Graduation Exam, have at least Larry Joe Chesnut a 2.5 GPA, and be interested in enrolling in Memorial Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a second-year student a technical college program. Award: Tuition and have at least a 2.0 GPA. 193 Affording Higher Education 2016–2017 Two-Year Public Colleges Gadsden State Community College Number: Varies Contact: Office of Cooperative Education, 256.549.8605. ______________________________________ EMS Endowed Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a student in the Emergency Medical Services program. ______________________________________ EMS Kayla Oglesbey Memorial Scholarship Eligibility: Must major in emergency medical services, have completed the Advanced EMT level at GSCC, be entering the Paramedic Program and have at least a 2.5 GPA. Open to both part-time and fulltime students. ______________________________________ Victor Ficker Endowed Scholarship Award: Tuition; awarded as funds are available ______________________________________ Amy Floyd Honorary Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a second-year registered nursing student. Based on financial need and academic standing. Award: Books and supplies ______________________________________ Joe and Brenda Ford Memorial Endowed Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a full-time student and an Etowah County resident. Award: Tuition for up to 2 semesters ______________________________________ Gadsden Rotary Endowed Scholarship Eligibility: Must be an Etowah County resident with at least a 2.5 GPA. Award: Available for 1 term ______________________________________ Gadsden State Community College Alumni Association Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a sophomore, have at least a 2.5 GPA and participate in extracurricular and community activities. Preference given to the child or grandchild of a GSCC alumnus. Number: Varies ______________________________________ Gadsden State Community College Faculty and Staff Scholarship Eligibility: Must have at least a 2.5 GPA. Award: Varies; available for 1 term ______________________________________ Gadsden State Community College Foundation Scholarship Contact: Foundation Board of Directors KHEAA–Alabama ______________________________________ GED One Free Class Scholarship Eligibility: Must have passed the GED exam in Alabama after July 2002. Award: Tuition for 1 course (up to 3 credit hours) ______________________________________ GED Scholarship Eligibility: Awarded at the spring GED graduation to the GED graduate with the highest GED test score. Award: Tuition; renewable for up to 2 years with at least a 2.5 GPA ______________________________________ Greater Gadsden Home Builders Scholarship Eligibility: Must be enrolled in carpentry, HVAC or electrical technology. Financial need considered. Award: Partial tuition ______________________________________ Griffith Memorial Nursing Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a second-year registered nursing student; demonstrate evidence of a caring, compassionate attitude toward patients; and have a GPA adequate to complete the nursing program and secure an RN license. ______________________________________ Jonathan Harris Memorial Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a deserving special education graduate of Etowah High School. ______________________________________ Honors Scholar Program Scholarship Eligibility: Must enroll in the Honors Scholar program and be a talented, highachieving student seeking a more intellectually challenging and creative college experience. A 3.25 GPA and a 25 composite ACT score or 1200 SAT score are preferred. ______________________________________ Mary F. Lambert Scholarship Eligibility: Must major in real-time reporting and have at least a 2.5 GPA. ______________________________________ Leadership in Child Care Scholarship See state government chapter. ______________________________________ Manufacturing Enrichment Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a high school senior who has completed geometry (or equivalent) and is interested in pursuing a career in the manufacturing industry. ______________________________________ Mary Martin Endowed Scholarship Eligibility: Must have at least a 2.5 GPA. 194 ______________________________________ Newell Massey Memorial Scholarship Award: Tuition; awarded as funds are available ______________________________________ E. O. McCord Endowed Scholarship Eligibility: Must have at least a 2.5 GPA. First preference given to a second-year paralegal major, then to a second-year education or religion major. ______________________________________ Rena and Edgar McCord Endowed Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a deserving student. First preference given to an education major, but may be awarded to a student with another major depending on circumstances. Award: Partial tuition ______________________________________ Meadows Memorial Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a deserving clinical laboratory technology student. ______________________________________ Cam Menzies Memorial Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a second-year real-time reporting student. Award: Partial tuition ______________________________________ Minority (HBCU) Scholarship Eligibility: May be an entering freshman or currently enrolled minority student and have at least a 2.5 GPA. Preference given to an African-American student attending classes on the Valley Street campus. Number: Varies Deadline: March 1 ______________________________________ Lucian Newman Endowed Scholarship Eligibility: Must be an EMS Basic graduate, maintain National Registry status, intend to pursue a career in emergency medical services, maintain at least a 3.0 GPA and demonstrate outstanding potential. ______________________________________ Lucian Newman Jr. Award Eligibility: Must be an EMS Basic graduate, maintain National Registry status and maintain at least a 3.0 GPA. ______________________________________ James W. (Jim) Nolen Endowed Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a current-year graduating high school student, have a “B” average, have financial need, enroll in a technical program and maintain at least a 3.0 GPA. Affording Higher Education 2016–2017 Two-Year Public Colleges Gadsden State Community College ______________________________________ Rebecca Nunnelly Memorial Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a nursing student. ______________________________________ Nan Pentecost Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a second-year nursing student. Award: Partial tuition ______________________________________ Performing Arts Scholarship Eligibility: Must excel in dance, band, chorus or drama; audition or submit a portfolio; register for the appropriate scholarshiprelated classes each semester; and perform while attending on scholarship. Award: Tuition Number: Varies ______________________________________ Joe Robertson Memorial Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a history or education major and have at least a 2.75 GPA. Award: Partial tuition ______________________________________ Sanders–Burgard Scholarship Eligibility: Financial need considered. Award: Tuition and books Number: Varies ______________________________________ Senior Adult Scholarship Waiver See state government chapter. ______________________________________ Skills Training Scholarship and Tuition Assistance Eligibility: Must participate in Skills Training programs. Number: Varies Contact: Skills Training Department, 256.549.8640 ______________________________________ Student Government Association Scholarship Eligibility: Must be the president, vice president or secretary of the SGA. Award: 16 hours of tuition over 2 semesters for SGA president; 8 hours of tuition over 2 semesters for the vice president and secretary Number: 3 ______________________________________ Student Nursing Association Scholarship ______________________________________ Technical Faculty and Staff Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a deserving student in the Technical Division. Consideration given KHEAA–Alabama for financial need. Number: Varies neering technology. Award: Partial tuition ______________________________________ ______________________________________ Technology Scholarship Jerry W. Worthy and Larry T. Eligibility: Must major in a technical field, Worthy Memorial Scholarship have at least a 2.5 GPA and take at least Eligibility: Must be a second-year nursing 75% of classes within the major. Based on student. technical ability and achievement. Award: Tuition, books and supplies ______________________________________ Award: Full tuition Number: Varies Peggy Yurk Memorial Deadline: March 1 Nursing Scholarship ______________________________________ Eligibility: Must be in the final year of the Nell M. Thomas Memorial nursing program. Nursing Scholarship Number: Varies Eligibility: Must be a second-year registered Other nursing student with financial need. ______________________________________ Alabama G.I. Dependents’ Educational Benefits Upward Bound Bridge Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a graduating high See state government chapter. ______________________________________ school senior who wants to bridge the gap Alabama National Guard between high school and college by taking Educational Assistance summer classes. See state government chapter. Award: Tuition for 1 or 2 summer classes, ______________________________________ depending on available funds Alabama Scholarship for Number: Varies ______________________________________ Dependents of Blind Parents See state government chapter. Jim Vanderford Technical Scholarship ______________________________________ Eligibility: Must be pursuing a technical degree or certificate and have at least a Federal Work-Study See federal government chapter. 2.5 GPA. ______________________________________ Number: Varies ______________________________________ Police Officer’s / Firefighter’s Jesse L. Walker Jr. Business Scholarship Survivor’s Educational Assistance Eligibility: Must be a full-time rising sopho- See state government chapter. ______________________________________ more, be a resident of Etowah County, have at least a 2.5 GPA, major in business and VA Benefits See federal government chapter. not qualify for other financial aid. ______________________________________ Rubye and R. M. Walker Scholarship Eligibility: Based on need and/or academic achievement. Award: Partial to full tuition Number: Varies ______________________________________ Wells-Fargo Scholarship Eligibility: Must have low to moderate income due to unemployment or underemployment and desire training to learn or upgrade skills to secure employment. Award: Varies Number: Varies Contact: Skills Training Department, 256.549.8640 ______________________________________ West /Pentecost Endowed Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a second-year student in electrical technology or electronic engi195 Affording Higher Education 2016–2017 Two-Year Public Colleges Jefferson State Community College–Lawson State Community College ______________________________________ Jefferson State Community College Counselors Scholarship ______________________________________ Jeff State Singers Scholarship Number: 32 Contact: Michael Thomas, 205.856.7900, mthomas4@jeffstateonline.com ______________________________________ Phi Theta Kappa Scholarship Contact: Shelby campus: Liesl Harris, Contact: Unless otherwise noted, Theresa 205.983.5956, lward@jeffstateonline. Mays, 205.856.7709, tmays@jeffstateoncom; Jefferson campus: Shelley Coley, line.com, www.jeffstateonline.com 205.983.5956, scoley@jeffstateonline.com ______________________________________ Grants Alabama Student Recruitment Scholarship Assistance Program Grant Contact: Rodney Thompson, 205.856.7914, See state government chapter. rthompsn@jeffstateonline.com ______________________________________ Deadline: May 1 (priority) ______________________________________ Scholar’s Bowl Scholarship Federal Pell Grant Contact: Lucy Lewis, 205.856.6046, See federal government chapter. llewis@jeffstateonline.com ______________________________________ Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant See federal government chapter. Deadline: May 1 (priority) Loans Emergency Loan Eligibility: Must have a financial emergency, have at least a 2.0 GPA, have a cosigner who is gainfully employed and be able to repay the loan within 60 days. Award: Tuition and fees for up to 6 hours ______________________________________ Federal Direct Loan See federal government chapter. Scholarships Deadline: Unless otherwise noted, March 1 ______________________________________ Sigma Kappa Delta English Honors Society Scholarship Contact: Shelby-Hoover campus: Connie Caskey, 205.983.5966, ccaskey@jeffstateonline.com; Jefferson campus: Katie Boyer, 205.856.6085, kboyer@jeffstateonline.com ______________________________________ Speech / Debate Scholarship Contact: Janice Ralya, 205.983.5963, jralya@jeffstateonline.com ______________________________________ Student Government Association Officers Scholarship Contact: Tiffany Todd, 205.856.7860, ttodd@jeffstateonline.com ______________________________________ Student in Free Enterprise Scholarship Contact: Phaer Bonner, 205.983.5202, pbonner@jeffstateonline.com ______________________________________ Academic Scholarship Eligibility: Must submit an application and Two-year Senior Adult Scholarship essay. A current student must have at least See state government chapter. a 3.0 GPA and have completed 12 hours at Other JSCC. A high school student must have at Alabama National Guard least a 3.0 GPA, be a graduating Alabama Educational Assistance high school senior and have at least a 22 See state government chapter. ACT score. Contact: Debra Fisher, 205.856.7778 Contact: School counselor or Theresa Mays, ______________________________________ 205.856.7709, tmays@jeffstateonline.com Alabama Scholarship for ______________________________________ Dependents of Blind Parents Ambassadors Scholarship See state government chapter. Contact: Robin Guinn, 205.983.5245, Contact: Debra Culver, 800.441.7607, rguinn@jeffstateonline.com 334.613.2248, 256.362.0638 ______________________________________ KHEAA–Alabama 196 Federal Work-Study See federal government chapter. Contact: FinancialAid Office, 205.856.7709 ______________________________________ Police Officer’s / Firefighter’s Survivor’s Educational Assistance See state government chapter. Contact: Debra Fisher, 205.856.7778 ______________________________________ VA Benefits See federal government chapter. Contact: Financial Aid Office, 205.856.7951 ______________________________________ Vocational Rehabilitation See state government chapter. Lawson State Community College Contact: Cassandra Holland, 205.929.2091, creneehollins@lawsonstate.edu, www. lawsonstate.edu Grants Alabama Student Assistance Program Grant See state government chapter. ______________________________________ Federal Pell Grant See federal government chapter. ______________________________________ Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant See federal government chapter. Loans Federal Direct Loan See federal government chapter. Scholarships Academic Scholarship – Freshman Eligibility: Must have at least a 3.0 cumulative GPA, have earned 12–32 credit hours in 100-level courses and submit the FAFSA. Award: 50% of tuition Deadline: June 15 ______________________________________ Academic Scholarship – New Student Eligibility: Must have at least a 3.0 cumulative GPA and submit the FAFSA, a scholarship application, official high school transcript and letter of recommendation. Affording Higher Education 2016–2017 Two-Year Public Colleges Lawson State Community College–Marion Military Institute Award: Tuition for a 3.75–4.0 GPA; 75% of tuition for a 3.5–3.74 GPA; 50% of tuition for a 3.0–3.49 GPA Deadline: April 15 ______________________________________ Academic Scholarship – Sophomore Eligibility: Must have at least a 3.5 cumulative GPA, have earned at least 33 credit hours in 100-level courses and submit the FAFSA. Award: 75% of tuition Deadline: June 15 ______________________________________ Ambassador Scholarship Eligibility: Must have and maintain at least a 3.0 GPA and perform 45 hours of service to the college each semester. Award: Tuition Contact: 205.929.6399 or 6315 Other Alabama National Guard Educational Assistance Program See state government chapter. ______________________________________ Federal Work-Study See federal government chapter. ______________________________________ VA Benefits See federal government chapter. ______________________________________ Vocational Rehabilitation See state government chapter. ______________________________________ Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WOIA) See state government chapter. ______________________________________ Dance Team Scholarship Eligibility: Must participate in activities as determined by advisor. Marion Military Institute ______________________________________ GED One Free Class Scholarship Eligibility: Must have passed the GED exam in Alabama after July 2002. Award: Tuition for 1 course (up to 3 hours) ______________________________________ Leadership Scholarship Eligibility: Must participate in activities as determined by advisor. ______________________________________ Pastor’s Educational Scholarship Eligibility: Must participate in activities as determined by advisor. ______________________________________ Performing Arts Scholarship Eligibility: Must participate in activities as determined by advisor. ______________________________________ Transfer Student Scholarship Eligibility: Must be enrolled at Lawson State 1 semester before applying and have at least a 3.0 cumulative GPA and 12 or more semester hours of 100-level courses. Award: 50% of tuition ______________________________________ Valedictorian / Salutatorian Scholarship Eligibility: Must be the valedictorian or salutatorian of high school graduating class. Award: Tuition, fees and books KHEAA–Alabama ______________________________________ Black Belt Scholarship Eligibility: Must live in select Alabama counties. ______________________________________ Leadership Scholarship ______________________________________ Military High School Scholarship ______________________________________ Presidential Scholarship ______________________________________ White Knights Scholarship Foundation Franklin Sizemore Adams Scholarship Eligibility: Preference given to a qualified student from Clarke, Lamar or Marengo County. ______________________________________ Dental Assisting Program Scholarship Band Scholarship Eligibility: In addition to criteria listed under each scholarship, usually based on academic merit, financial need, leadership potential and community service. Number: Unless otherwise noted, 1 Deadline: March 1 ______________________________________ Cheerleading Scholarship Eligibility: Must participate in activities as determined by advisor. ______________________________________ Contact: FinancialAid Office, 334.683.2309, jwilson@marionmilitary.edu, www.mari______________________________________ onmilitary.edu James H. and Mary V. Benson Endowed Scholarship Grants Federal Pell Grant See federal government chapter. ______________________________________ Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant See federal government chapter. Loans Federal Direct Loan See federal government chapter. ___________________________________ Federal Direct PLUS Loan See federal government chapter. Scholarships Institutional Eligibility: Must be an incoming cadet. Based on academic merit, financial need, skills, experience and residence. Number: Varies Deadline: March 1 Academic Dean Scholarship 197 ______________________________________ F. Dixon Brooke Jr. Scholarship Eligibility: Based on merit and need. Number: 5 Award: $2,000 ______________________________________ William Speight Burton Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a deserving cadet. ______________________________________ Albert Cesarine Sr. Memorial Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a full-time cadet from Delaware or the Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, region and be enrolled in the ROTC program. ______________________________________ Chadbourne Foundation Scholarship ______________________________________ Class of 1935 Endowed Scholarship Eligibility: Must demonstrate potential for academic success and leadership. Preference given to a student with financial need. ______________________________________ Charles and Houston Drennen Memorial Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a college student. Affording Higher Education 2016–2017 Two-Year Public Colleges Marion Military Institute ______________________________________ Alfred I. duPont Foundation Inc. Academic Scholarship Eligibility: Preference given to a quality student from Alabama or the Southeast who is in need of assistance. ______________________________________ Robert Peter “Pete” Findlay Memorial Scholarship Eligibility: Must demonstrate high conduct and academic achievement. ______________________________________ Ernest A. Fite Army Aviation Endowed Scholarship Eligibility: Preference given to a cadet who demonstrates financial need and/or an interest in Army aviation in any capacity. Number: Varies ______________________________________ David E. McCollum Aviation Endowed Scholarship Eligibility: Must be interested in a career in aviation. Award: Supports flying lessons ______________________________________ Offa Shivers McCollum Memorial Scholarship Number: Varies Award: Tuition, room and board, uniforms, books and other necessary expenses ______________________________________ James Guy McCormick Jr. Scholarship ______________________________________ James A. Mitchell Memorial Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a college student. ______________________________________ ______________________________________ Lillian Moore Scholarship James H. and Cecile Gayle Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a deserving student. Eligibility: Must be a college student, be an ______________________________________ Alabama resident; sign an oath of loyalty to Mooty Brothers Endowed Scholarship the U.S.; have good moral character; and Eligibility: Must demonstrate financial need. be able to participate in MMI’s academic, ______________________________________ military and athletic training programs. John Hunt Morgan Endowed Scholarship ______________________________________ Eligibility: Priority given to a full-time Joe C. Granade Endowed Scholarship college cadet and returning scholarship Eligibility: Must demonstrate financial need. recipient. Number: Varies ______________________________________ ______________________________________ Jeane Parker Hallmark Scholarship Eligibility: Must participate in athletics. ______________________________________ John Milton Hightower Scholarship ______________________________________ Joel R. and Elizabeth E. Hillhouse Endowed Scholarship Eligibility: Must demonstrate financial need. ______________________________________ Jemison and Day Family Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a deserving student. ______________________________________ LeCraw Leadership Scholarship Eligibility: Must be from Georgia and have a quality academic record, an interest in the military and a proven record of leadership. ______________________________________ George Blue Lee Memorial Scholarship Eligibility: Must qualify for admission into the Early Commissioning Program, be diligent and have athletic ability and leadership potential. ______________________________________ John Charles Lindsay Jr. Memorial Scholarship Eligibility: Preference given to a student who excels in mathematics and military training. KHEAA–Alabama Hopson Owen Murfee Academic Scholarship Eligibility: Must exemplify academic diligence. ______________________________________ James T. Murfee Memorial Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a deserving cadet. Number: Varies ______________________________________ James Dennis Nettles Jr. Memorial Scholarship Eligibility: Must possess excellent leadership skills. ______________________________________ Walter P. Nichols Scholarship Eligibility: Must have a strong academic background. Preference given to a student from Marion. ______________________________________ R. Leigh Peques Endowed Scholarship Eligibility: Must have financial need. Number: Varies ______________________________________ Garland Sledge Rankin Memorial Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a college student from the Marengo County area. 198 ______________________________________ David J. Robinson Memorial Scholarship Eligibility: Must have a record that exemplifies academic diligence, athletic accomplishment and leadership. ______________________________________ Paul W. Rutledge and Margaret S. Rutledge Scholarship Eligibility: Must aspire to be commissioned as an officer in the U. S. Army. ______________________________________ Peyton Tutwiler III Scholarship Eligibility: Priority given to a student from Mobile County who expresses an interest in engineering as a civilian or military officer. ______________________________________ Mildred Prettyman Washburn Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a cadet who has demonstrated exemplary scholarship, leadership and citizenship. ______________________________________ Dr. Arthur F. Wilkerson Jr. Scholarship Eligibility: Must be an accomplished and dedicated student. ______________________________________ Taylor D. (Red) Wilkins Jr. Athletic Endowed Scholarship Eligibility: Must excel in a specific sport. ______________________________________ George M. and Zoe A. Williams Memorial Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a deserving student who understands the importance of duty to himself, others and his country. ______________________________________ James Dudley Woodfin Memorial Scholarship Eligibility: Must be from the Marion area and have financial need. Other Alabama National Guard Educational Assistance See state government chapter. ______________________________________ Army and Air Force ROTC See federal government chapter. ______________________________________ Federal Work-Study See federal government chapter. ______________________________________ VA Benefits See federal government chapter. Affording Higher Education 2016–2017 Two-Year Public Colleges Northeast Alabama Community College Northeast Alabama Community College Contact: Unless otherwise noted, Nicky Willmon, 256.228.6001, willmonn@nacc. edu, www.nacc.edu Grants Alabama Student Assistance Program Grant See state government chapter. ______________________________________ Federal Pell Grant See federal government chapter. ______________________________________ Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant See federal government chapter. Loans Federal Direct Loan See federal government chapter. Scholarships Academic Scholarship Eligibility: Must have at least a 90 grade average, register for 15 or more hours each semester and maintain at least a 2.75 GPA. Based on class standing, GPA and ACT score. Award: Tuition; renewable Number: Varies Contact: Sherie Grace, 256.228.6001, ext. 2325; graces@nacc.edu ______________________________________ Alabama Commission on Indian Affairs Scholarship See state government chapter. ______________________________________ Ray E. Ashley Flying Fortress Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a GED graduate from Jackson or DeKalb County with a sincere interest in or pre-engineering and submit an application. Award: $2,000 per semester; renewable Contact: Sherie Grace, 256.228.6001, ext. 2325; graces@nacc.edu ______________________________________ maintenance, demonstrate financial need and not be receiving financial aid from other sources. Number: 2 Contact: Nicole Carroll, 256.228.6001, ext. 2254; carrolln@nacc.edu ______________________________________ Harry Campbell Business Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a qualified graduate of a Jackson County high school and a full-time business major. Contact: School counselor or Sherie Grace, 256.228.6001, ext. 2325; graces@nacc.edu ______________________________________ J. Howard Chandler Scholarship Eligibility: Must major in math, science or engineering and submit an application. Award: $2,680 per semester; renewable Contact: Sherie Grace, 256.228.6001, ext. 2325; graces@nacc.edu ______________________________________ Chorus Scholarship Eligibility: Must audition, participate in chorus and have at least a 75 grade average. Award: Tuition; renewable Number: Varies Contact: Dr. Kathy Adkins, 256.228.6001, ext. 2215; adkinsk@nacc.edu ______________________________________ Drama Scholarship Eligibility: Must audition, participate in drama and have at least a 75 grade average. Award: Tuition; renewable Number: Varies Contact: Mark Webb, 256.228.6001, ext. 2318; webbm@nacc.edu ______________________________________ Encore Scholarship Eligibility: Must audition, participate in Encore show choir and have at least a 75 grade average. Award: Tuition; renewable Number: Varies Contact: Dr. Kathy Adkins, 256.228.6001, ext. 2215; adkinsk@nacc.edu ______________________________________ Jazz Band Scholarship Eligibility: Must audition, participate in Jazz Band and have at least a 75 grade average. Award: Tuition; renewable Number: Varies Contact: Dr. Daniel C. Knox, 256.228.6001, ext. 2307; knoxd@nacc.edu Boos / Howell Technical Scholarship Eligibility: Must major in industrial electronics, plan to pursue a career in industrial KHEAA–Alabama 199 ______________________________________ Tom and Myra Kilgore Academic Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a DeKalb or Jackson County resident, be a sophomore and have at least a 3.5 GPA. Award: $1,000 Number: 2; 1 from each county Contact: Sherie Grace, 256.228.6001, ext. 2325; graces@nacc.edu ______________________________________ Leadership Scholarship Eligibility: Must maintain at least a 2.5 GPA in college, participate in the area that awards the scholarship and register for 15 hours each semester. Award: Tuition; renewable Number: Varies ______________________________________ Dr. Jewell T. Matthews Nursing Fund Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a nursing student and have financial need. Contact: Dr. Cindy M. Jones, 256.228.6001, ext. 2316; jonesc@nacc.edu ______________________________________ Minority Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a member of a minority and have at least a 75 grade average. Award: Tuition; renewable Number: Varies Contact: Sherie Grace, 256.228.6001, ext. 2325; graces@nacc.edu ______________________________________ One-Semester Current Student Scholarship Eligibility: Must a current student and have at least a 3.75 GPA. Award: Tuition Number: Varies Contact: Sherie Grace, 256.228.6001, ext. 2325; graces@nacc.edu ______________________________________ Presidential Host Scholarship Eligibility: Must interview, be an official host for the college and have at least an 85 grade average. Award: Tuition; renewable Number: Varies Contact: Sherie Grace, 256.228.6001, ext. 2325; graces@nacc.edu ______________________________________ Presidential Scholarship Eligibility: Based on class standing, GPA and ACT score. Award: Tuition, plus $100 for books each semester; renewable Number: Varies Affording Higher Education 2016–2017 Two-Year Public Colleges Northeast Alabama Community College–Northwest Shoals Community College ______________________________________ ______________________________________ Quiz Bowl Scholarship Federal Work-Study Eligibility: Must participate on the col- See federal government chapter. ______________________________________ lege’s Quiz Team and have at least a 75 grade average. Trade Readjustment Act Award: Tuition; renewable See state government chapter. ______________________________________ Number: Varies Contact: Dr. Daphne Huntley, 256.228.6001, VA Benefits ext. 2333; huntleyd@nacc.edu See federal government chapter. ______________________________________ ______________________________________ Section Masonic Lodge 565 Scholarship Vocational Rehabilitation Eligibility: Must be the child of a perma- See state government chapter. ______________________________________ nently and totally disabled master Mason in good standing in any Masonic lodge in Workforce Innovation and Jackson County or be the child of a deceased Opportunity Act (WOIA) master Mason who was in good standing See state government chapter. in any Masonic lodge in Jackson County at the time of his death. Award: Tuition and books Deadline: April 1 Northwest-Shoals Contact: School counselor ______________________________________ Community Technical Scholarship Eligibility: Must enroll in a career or techni- College cal AAS degree or certificate program, have at least a 75 grade average and register for 15 hours each semester. Contact: Unless otherwise noted, Financial Award: Tuition; renewable Aid Office, 256.331.5364, sjames@nwscc. Number: Varies edu, www.nwscc.edu/ Contact: Nicole Carroll, 256.228.6001, ext. Grants 2254; carrolln@nacc.edu ______________________________________ Alabama Student Assistance Program Grant Two-year College See state government chapter. Senior Adult Scholarship ______________________________________ See state government chapter. Federal Pell Grant Contact: Sheila Hairston; 256.228.6001, See federal government chapter. ext. 227; hairstons@nacc.edu ______________________________________ Deadline: As early as possible but at least 30 days prior to enrollment Visual Arts Scholarship ______________________________________ Eligibility: Must present a portfolio, parFederal Supplemental ticipate in art and have at least a 75 grade Educational Opportunity Grant average. See federal government chapter. Award: Tuition; renewable Number: Varies Loans Contact: Barbara Kilgore, 256.228.6001, Federal Direct Loan ext. 2303; kilgoreb@nacc.edu See federal government chapter. Deadline: As early as possible but at least Other 30 days prior to enrollment Alabama G.I. Dependents’ ___________________________________ Educational Benefit Federal Direct PLUS Loan See state government chapter. ______________________________________ See federal government chapter. Alabama National Guard Scholarships Educational Assistance Academic Scholarship See state government chapter. Eligibility: Must have at least a 3.25 GPA and be recommended by high school counselor. KHEAA–Alabama 200 Award: $850 per semester Deadline: March 19 ______________________________________ American Legion Scholarship See companies and organizations chapter. ______________________________________ Applied Technology Scholarship Eligibility: Must have at least a 3.0 GPA and be enrolled in an occupational or technical program. Must be recommended by the Area Vocational Center. Award: $850 per semester Number: Varies Deadline: March 19 ______________________________________ College Bowl Team Scholarship Eligibility: Must be recommended by sponsor after tryout. Award: Full tuition and fees Number: 8 ______________________________________ College Foundation Scholarship Award: $1,000 annually Number: Varies Deadline: March 19 ______________________________________ Franklin County Scholarship Eligibility: Must have been a resident of Franklin County for at least 2 years and be a full-time student. Contact: Franklin County Commission Office ______________________________________ GED Graduate Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a top-ranked GED graduate. Award: $750 per semester Number: 2 Deadline: March 19 ______________________________________ Performing Arts Scholarship Eligibility: Vocalists or instrumentalists must audition for the Music Department. Award: Tuition and fees Number: 35 Deadline: March 19 ______________________________________ Student Leadership Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a college club or organization officer selected by a sponsor. Award: $750 per semester Number: Varies Deadline: March 19 ______________________________________ Affording Higher Education 2016–2017 Two-Year Public Colleges Northwest Shoals Community College–Shelton State Community College Two-year College Senior Adult Scholarship See state government chapter. Other Alabama G. I. Dependents’ Educational Benefit See state government chapter. ______________________________________ Alabama National Guard Educational Assistance See state government chapter. ______________________________________ Federal Work-Study See federal government chapter. ______________________________________ Police Officer’s /Firefighter’s Survivor’s Educational Assistance See state government chapter. ______________________________________ Trade Readjustment Act (TRA) See state government chapter. ______________________________________ VA Benefits See federal government chapter. Contact: County VA Office or Financial Aid Office ______________________________________ Vocational Rehabilitation See state government chapter. ______________________________________ Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WOIA) See state government chapter. Reid State Technical College Contact: Unless otherwise noted, Christy Goodwin, 251.578.1313, ext. 107; cbulger@ rstc.edu; www.rstc.edu Grants Alabama Student Assistance Program Grant See state government chapter. ______________________________________ Federal Pell Grant See federal government chapter. KHEAA–Alabama ______________________________________ Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant See federal government chapter. Scholarships ______________________________________ Two-year College Senior Adult Scholarship See state government chapter. Other Alabama National Guard Educational Assistance See state government chapter. Academic Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a full-time student and ______________________________________ have at least a 3.0 high school GPA (incoming freshman) or 3.0 GPA the previous Federal Work-Study semester (continuing student). See federal government chapter. ______________________________________ Award: Tuition for 12 credit hours per term; renewable with at least a 3.0 GPA and suc- Police Officer’s / Firefighter’s cessful completion of at least 24 credit hours Survivor’s Educational Assistance per academic year See state government chapter. ______________________________________ Deadline: April 15 (fall enrollment), October 1 (spring enrollment) VA Benefits Contact: High school seniors: Dr. Alesia See federal government chapter. ______________________________________ Stuart, 251.578. 1313, ext. 108; akstuart@ rstc.edu. Continuing students: Carla Gray, Vocational Rehabilitation 251.578. 1313, ext. 138; cgray@rstc.edu See state government chapter. ______________________________________ Leadership Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a full-time student; have at least a 2.5 high school GPA (incoming Shelton State freshman) or 2.5 GPA the previous semester (continuing student); demonstrate leader- Community ship ability; and participate in recruiting, activity days, tutoring, graduation, blood College drives and other activities as requested. Award: Tuition for 12 credit hours per term; renewable with at least a 2.5 GPA and sucContact: Unless otherwise noted, Enrollcessful completion of at least 24 credit hours ment Services Office, 205.391.2218, fa@ per academic year sheltonstate.edu, www.sheltonstate.edu Deadline: April 15 (fall enrollment), October 1 (spring enrollment) Grants Contact: High school seniors: Dr. Alesia Alabama Student Stuart, 251.578. 1313, ext. 108; akstuart@ Assistance Program Grant rstc.edu. Continuing students: Carla Gray, See state government chapter. ______________________________________ 251.578. 1313, ext. 138; cgray@rstc.edu ______________________________________ Federal Pell Grant Need-Based Scholarship See federal government chapter. ______________________________________ Eligibility: Must be a high school senior, have at least a 2.0 high school GPA, plan Federal Supplemental to enroll in a technical program and submit Educational Opportunity Grant an application and an official high school See federal government chapter. transcript. Award: Tuition for 12 credit hours per term; Scholarships renewable with at least a 2.0 GPA and successful completion of at least 24 credit hours Institutional per academic year Deadline: April 15 Deadline: Unless otherwise noted, 6 p.m. Contact: Dr. Alesia Stuart, 251.578. 1313, on first Friday in March ext. 108; akstuart@rstc.edu Contact: scholarships@sheltonstate.edu 201 Affording Higher Education 2016–2017 Two-Year Public Colleges Shelton State Community College ______________________________________ Academic Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a first-time, transfer or Resources in Education Achieving current student. A first-time student who is Change and Hope Scholarship a high school graduate must have at least a Eligibility: Must be a first-time, transfer 3.0 cumulative GPA and at least a 20 ACT or current student and have a 2.5 cumulacomposite score (including a 20 in math, tive GPA or equivalent GED score. Based English and reading) or at least a 526 math on academic performance, references and and 480 verbal SAT score. A first-time stu- a 300-word essay expressing educational dent who is a GED graduate must submit goals as related to the applicant’s program a GED score. A transfer or current student of study. must have at least a 3.0 cumulative GPA. Award: Tuition and some fees; may be Additional consideration given to activities, renewable 10 honors and a 300-word essay expressing Number: ______________________________________ educational goals. Award: Tuition and some fees; may be Shelton Sophomore Summer Studies Scholarship renewable Eligibility: Must have a 3.0 cumulative Number: 60 college GPA, have successfully completed ______________________________________ 24 or more credit hours at SSCC and have Ambassador Scholarship Eligibility: Must have at least a 2.5 cumula- an approved plan for graduation submitted tive GPA or equivalent GED score. Based by the student’s advisor/navigator. Based on to leadership and service experience, on academic performance, references and academic performance, and personal quali- a 300-word essay expressing educational goals as related to the applicant’s program ties. Interview required. Award: Tuition and some fees; renewable of study. Award: Tuition for 6 credit hours; nonrewith reapplication newable. Must be used during the summer Number: 25 semester. ______________________________________ Number: 120 Athletic Scholarship Eligibility: Based on tryout and/or demonstrated ability to compete on the intercollegiate level. Awarded for men’s baseball and basketball, women’s softball and basketball, and manager positions. Award: Varies; renewable based on athletic performance and eligibility Number: 78 Deadline: Varies ______________________________________ Cheerleading Scholarship Eligibility: Must participate on the coed, competition cheerleading squad. Based on tryout. Renewable based on evaluation and tryout. Number: 25 Deadline: Before tryout date ______________________________________ Fine Arts Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a first-time, transfer or current student; participate in dance, music, theatre or visual arts; have a 2.0 cumulative GPA or equivalent GED score; attend a Fine Arts Audition Day; and be actively engaged as a student artist. Award: Varies; may be renewable Number: 60 KHEAA–Alabama ______________________________________ Shelton Summer Studies Scholarship Eligibility: Must graduate from high school with the Standard or Advanced High School Diploma, be enrolled the summer following the applicant’s high school graduation, have at least a 2.0 cumulative GPA and submit the online Shelton Summer Studies application . Award: Tuition for 6 credit hours; nonrenewable. Must be used during the summer semester. Number: 120 ______________________________________ Technical Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a first-time, transfer or current student; have at least a 2.0 cumulative GPA; and intend to complete a technical program. Additional consideration given to activities, honors and a 300-word essay expressing educational goals as related to the applicant’s program of study Award: Varies; may be renewable with reapplication each semester Number: 180 Deadline: Varies; check website 202 Foundation Eligibility: In addition to criteria listed under individual scholarships, must submit a sealed, official transcript from current school or school last attended. A separate application, essay and other required documents must be submitted for each scholarship. Number: Unless otherwise noted, 1 Deadline: 5 p.m. on the first Monday in March Contact: Foundation Office, Room 2218, Fredd Campus Main Office or www.sheltonstate.edu A.H. Bean Adult Education Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a full-time student at least 25 years old. Number: 2 Award: $1,500 ______________________________________ Abrasley-Shelton Endowed Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a second-year student enrolled in the ADN program. Preference given to a married student who has at least a 3.0 cumulative GPA. Award: $500 ______________________________________ Alabama One Credit Union Charter Members Scholarship Eligibility: Must provide proof of membership in the credit union, be enrolled full time and maintain a 3.0 GPA. Number: 2 Award: $1,500 ______________________________________ Alabama One Credit Union Volunteers Scholarship Eligibility: Must provide proof of membership in the credit union, be enrolled full time and have and maintain a 3.0 GPA. Number: 2 Award: $1,500 ______________________________________ Alexander Adult Learning Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a full-time student at least 35 years old. Award: $500 ______________________________________ Edwin and Cecilia Ashton Memorial Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a licensed practical nurse pursuing a registered nursing degree and be enrolled full time. Preference given to a student employed in a Tuscaloosa County Affording Higher Education 2016–2017 Two-Year Public Colleges Shelton State Community College nursing home as a LPN. Number: 2 Award: $1,800 ______________________________________ BAP Services Inc. Welding Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a welding student who will continue in the program, have financial need and submit a written recommendation from applicant’s welding instructor. Award: $500 ______________________________________ BBVA Compass Bank Scholarship Eligibility: Must be enrolled in business or a business-related program and submit a letter showing employment. Preference given to a bank employee or a member of an employee’s family. Award: $600 ______________________________________ James Larry Black Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a full-time student in the welding program, have and maintain at least a 2.5 GPA and demonstrate involvement in community and volunteer work. Award: $1,000 ______________________________________ Wayne B. Boteler Memorial Endowed Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a full-time student in the licensed practical nurse program and have and maintain a 3.0 GPA. Award: $500 ______________________________________ Billie Sue Brown Music Scholarship Eligibility: Must be an outstanding freshman or sophomore interested in a career in music education or performance and have and maintain a 3.0 GPA. An incoming freshman must be recommended by the music faculty committee based on audition. A sophomore’s recommendation may be based on fall semester jury, musicale or National Association of Teachers of Singing performance. Award: $2,700; may be renewable ______________________________________ Bernice Butler Memorial Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a full-time student from western Alabama; have and maintain at least a 3.0 GPA; and submit a signed letter documenting participation in community service, civic activities and/or church activities. Award: $1,000 ______________________________________ Champion Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a full-time student in the machine tool or computerized numerical KHEAA–Alabama control program and demonstrate financial need. Award: $1,000 ______________________________________ Stacy Crocker Nursing Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a full-time nursing student, provide evidence of acceptance to the nursing program and maintain at least a 3.0 overall GPA. Award: $500 ______________________________________ Joy Pearson Dendy Memorial Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a full-time student in the fine arts program and have and maintain a 3.0 GPA. Preference given to a student majoring in music. Award: $500 ______________________________________ Charles W. Dennis Memorial Endowed Performing Arts Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a full-time student seeking a career in technical theater or a related field; submit a recommendation from a high school or college teacher that addresses relevant experience, abilities and aspirations in the field; have and maintain a 3.0 GPA; and work 16 hours per week in the scene shop and as a crew member on at least 1 Theatre Tuscaloosa or Shelton State theatrical production each fall and spring semester while on scholarship. Interview required. Preference given to a previous recipient. Award: $5,000 ______________________________________ Eastmen Resins Inc. Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a full-time student from Hale County, have at least a 3.0 GPA for the senior year of high school and maintain a 3.0 GPA. Preference given to a graduating senior from a high school in Hale County. Award: $1.000 ______________________________________ Robert Michael Echols Memorial Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a full-time student, have financial need and have and maintain at least a 3.0 GPA. Award: $500 ______________________________________ C.A. and Hattie B. Fredd Memorial Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a graduate of or a graduating senior at a high school in Green, Hale, Pickens, Sumter or Tuscaloosa County; have and maintain at least a 2.5 GPA; be a fulltime student during the period for which the award is made; and submit a letter from the school applicant is currently attending that states the applicant is in good citizenship standing. Scholarship and leadership also considered. Preference given to a student enrolled in a technical program. Award: $1,000 ______________________________________ John and Anne Glankler Memorial Endowed Scholarship Eligibility: Must be at least 30 years old, be from the Shelton State service area, include a statement of financial need in the essay and have and maintain at least a 3.0 GPA. Award: $500 ______________________________________ Hall-Taylor Construction Company Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a graduating senior at Hillcrest High School and be enrolling full time. Award: $2,700 ______________________________________ Harold James Endowed Technical Scholarship Eligibility: Must be enrolling in a technical program, have and maintain a 3.0 GPA and demonstrate need and an interest in a vocational-technical program. Award: $500 ______________________________________ JamisonMoneyFarmer PC Scholarship Eligibility: Must be an employee or the dependent of an employee of JamisonMoneyFarmer, submit a letter from company verifying employment and have and maintain at least a 3.0 GPA. Award: $800 ______________________________________ Eugene and Elaine Jarrell Memorial Endowed Scholarship Eligibility: Must be at least 30 years old, be ______________________________________ from the Shelton State service area, include Fang Physics Scholarship a statement of financial need in the essay Eligibility: Must be a current student majorand have and maintain at least a 3.0 GPA. ing in a science field. Preference given to a Award: $500 student studying physics. Award: $500 203 Affording Higher Education 2016–2017 Two-Year Public Colleges Shelton State Community College ______________________________________ receiving no federal government assistance Drs. Randall and Michele and no federally sponsored student loan. Jarrell Endowed Scholarship Award: $1,000 Eligibility: Must be full-time, first-genera______________________________________ tion college student from the Shelton State Helen H. McKinley Excellence service area; have and maintain a 3.0 GPA; in Practical Nursing Scholarship and include a statement of financial need Eligibility: Must be a full-time student, have in the essay. completed at least 1 semester at SSCC, subAward: $500 mit evidence of acceptance to the practical ______________________________________ nursing program and have and maintain at Joyce Kelley Memorial Scholarship least a 3.0 cumulative GPA. Eligibility: Must be a full-time student, have Number: 2 and maintain at least a 3.0 GPA, demonstrate Award: $1,000 financial need, submit 2 letters of character ______________________________________ references documenting a high level of Kareem McNeal Endowed Scholarship integrity and submit 2 letters of recom- Eligibility: Must be a physically challenged mendation from church officials attesting student, provide documentation of that chalto applicant’s active church participation.. lenge, be enrolled at least half time and have Award: $500 and maintain at least a 3.0 cumulative GPA. ______________________________________ Allen Layson Memorial Scholarship Eligibility: Must be from west Alabama, include a statement of financial need in the essay and have and maintain at least a 3.0 GPA. Preference given to a student from Pickens County. Award: $500 ______________________________________ Erin Maria Malone Endowed Scholarship Eligibility: Must have recently graduated from a GED program in west Alabama; provide dated documentation of GED, and be enrolled at least half time in a technical, occupational or academic program. Award: $500 ______________________________________ Carla Mathews Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a Tuscaloosa County High School graduating senior, plan to enter nursing, be a full-time student and have and maintain a 3.0 GPA. Based on grades, merit and financial need. Award: $500 ______________________________________ McAbee Construction / Southern Heat Exchanger Scholarship Eligibility: Must be enrolling in the drafting technology program and have and maintain at least a 3.0 GPA. Award: $1,000 Award: $750 ______________________________________ Madel Pearson and Joy Dendy Tuscaloosa Music Club Scholarship Eligibility: Must be an outstanding freshman or sophomore interested in pursuing a career in music education or performance and be recommended by the music faculty committee based on audition, fall semester jury or National Association of Teachers of Singing preview concert performance. Recipient may be required to perform at the Tuscaloosa Music Club’s Spring Meeting. Award: $300 ______________________________________ Andy Potts Memorial Scholarship Eligibility: Must be enrolled in diesel mechanics. Preference given to a graduate of Berry High School. Number: 2 Award: $1,000 ______________________________________ Clyde Price Endowed Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a full-time student during the time the award is used and have and maintain at least a 3.0 GPA. Award: $500 ______________________________________ William J. Quimby Memorial Endowed Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a full-time student in ______________________________________ electrical technology or industrial electronHelen H. and John K. McKinley ics technology; have completed at least 30 Culinary Arts-Hospitality Scholarship credit hours in the electrical technology Eligibility: Must have successfully com- program, industrial electrical technology pleted at least 2 semesters in the culinary arts program or both; have at least a cumulative program at SSCC, be pursuing a degree in 3.0 GPA; include a statement of financial culinary arts, include letter of recommenda- need in the essay; and submit a written tion from a culinary arts instructor and be KHEAA–Alabama 204 recommendation from the ELT/ILT faculty committee. Award: $500 ______________________________________ Cleny Renfroe Nursing Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a full-time nursing student, have and maintain at least a 3.0 GPA and include a statement of financial need in the essay. Award: $500 ______________________________________ Gordon and Ann Rosen Endowed Nursing Scholarship Eligibility: Must be enrolled in nursing, provide evidence of acceptance to the licensed practical nursing or registered nursing program, have and maintain at least a 3.0 overall GPA and include a statement of financial need in the essay. Number: 2 Award: $1,000 ______________________________________ Rumsey Endowed Scholarship Eligibility: Must be enrolled full time, have and maintain at least a 3.0 GPA and demonstrate financial need. Preference given to a Rumsey Environmental employee or a member of an employee’s immediate family. Must verify employment. Award: $500 ______________________________________ Sealy Realty Company Endowed Scholarship Eligibility: Must be enrolled full time, have and maintain at least a 3.0 GPA and have financial need. Preference given to a Sealy Realty employee or a member of an employee’s immediate family. Must verify employment. Award: $500 ______________________________________ Dr. and Mrs. John N. Todd II Endowed Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a full-time student, demonstrate financial need and community involvement, and have and maintain at least a 3.0 GPA. Award: $1,200 ______________________________________ Turner Endowed Veterans Scholarship Eligibility: Must be an Alabama resident; be a veteran or the spouse of a veteran; and be enrolled part time in a recreational class in art, music, theater, photography, drawing or physical education. Award: Course fee; can be used for credit or non-credit purposes Affording Higher Education 2016–2017 Two-Year Public Colleges Shelton State Community College–Snead State Community College ______________________________________ Tuscaloosa Business and Professional Women’s Endowed Scholarship Honoring Dr. Minnie C. Miles and Sue McLeod Eligibility: Must have graduated from a high school in Tuscaloosa County or have received a GED. First preference given to the student who received the scholarship the year before. Second preference to a member of the Tuscaloosa Business and Professional Women’s Club. Third preference to a female student at least 25 years old. Award: $500 ______________________________________ Lib Tyler Nursing Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a full-time, second-year nursing student; have and maintain a 2.5 GPA; and submit a letter of recommendation from head of nursing or nursing faculty. Award: $500 ______________________________________ Thomas and Kay Umphrey Presidential Scholarship Eligibility: Must demonstrate academic excellence, merit and financial need and have and maintain a 3.0 GPA. Award: $1,000 ______________________________________ Kerry Welborn Book Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a graduating senior from Hillcrest High School, be enrolled full time and have at least a 2.0 GPA during senior year. Preference given to an applicant with financial need. Award: $500 ______________________________________ WestAlabama Health Council Scholarship Eligibility: Must be enrolled in or have applied to a health professions degree program other than medical transcription; be a resident of Bibb, Hale, Fayette, Greene, Lamar, Marengo, Pickens, Sumter or Tuscaloosa County at the time of application; provide proof of residency; have at least a 3.0 GPA; submit transcripts and other documentation required by Shelton State; submit a written statement at least 3 full paragraphs long telling how the scholarship would help the applicant pursue the degree program, identifying applicant’s career goals and stating whether the applicant plans to remain in the west Alabama area after finishing the program; and submit a recommendation from someone familiar with the applicant’s career goals and commitment to the health profession chosen. Preference given to an KHEAA–Alabama ______________________________________ applicant obtaining an education that will enable applicant to return to the workforce, Police Officer’s / Firefighter’s to a parent pursuing a degree to provide a Survivor’s Educational Assistance state government chapter. better life for the family and to an applicant See ______________________________________ who shows how the scholarship will affect the ability to pay for an education the ap- VA Benefits plicant would not otherwise be able to afford. See federal government chapter. Contact: Eric Prewitt, 205.391.3977, eric. Number: 2 prewitt@sheltonstate.edu Award: $1,000 ______________________________________ ______________________________________ Dr. Cordell and Marie Wynn Endowed Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a full-time student and have and maintain at least a 3.0 GPA. Based on grades and financial need. Number: 2 Award: $1,000 Vocational Rehabilitation See state government chapter. Deadline: No later than 6 weeks before start of semester of planned enrollment Contact: Janet McGahey, 205.391.2907 Snead State Other Community Alumni Association Louise College Pruett Memorial Scholarship Eligibility: Must be at least 25 years old; have at least a 2.5 GPA; have completed at least 6 semester hours at Shelton State; Contact: FinancialAid Office, 256.840.4107, and submit an application, sealed copy of finaid@snead.edu, www.snead.edu Shelton State transcript, essay describing Grants applicant’s educational goals and 2 letters Alabama Student of recommendation in individually sealed envelopes. Preference given to an active Assistance Program Grant state government chapter. member of the Shelton State Alumni As- See ______________________________________ sociation or to a family member of an active Federal Pell Grant association member. federal government chapter. Award: Tuition and fees; renewable with See ______________________________________ reapplication Federal Supplemental Deadline: March 1 (noon) Contact: Ronda Shirley, 205.391.2252, Educational Opportunity Grant See federal government chapter. rshirley@sheltonstate.edu ______________________________________ Two-year College Senior Adult Scholarship See state government chapter. Contact: scholarships@sheltonstate.edu Scholarships Deadline: Unless otherwise noted, March 3 Contact: Unless otherwise noted, Lena Bray, lbray@snead.edu Academic Achievement Scholarship Other Eligibility: Must be an entering freshman, Alabama National Guard have at least a 22 ACT composite and 3.5 Educational Assistance Program GPA, be eligible to enroll in college-level See state government chapter. math and English by having at least an Contact: Eric Prewitt, 205.391.3977, eric. ACT score of 21 in math and 20 in English. prewitt@sheltonstate.edu Award: Varies ______________________________________ Number: Varies Alabama Scholarship for Dependents of Blind Parents See state government chapter. 205 ______________________________________ Art Scholarship Eligibility: Must have a scholarship application on file, demonstrate artistic talent and Affording Higher Education 2016–2017 Two-Year Public Colleges Snead State Community College–Southern Union State Community College submit a portfolio of at least 5 works (charcoal, pencil, watercolor, chalk, pastel, etc.). Award: Varies Number: Varies Contact: Vann Scott, vscott@snead.edu Deadline: Audition date Contact: Music Department, 256.840.4147, barbara.hudson@snead.edu ______________________________________ Presidential Honors Scholarship Eligibility: Must be an entering freshman Athletic and Athletic and have at least a 25 ACT and 3.75 GPA. Support Scholarship Finalists will be interviewed by the college Eligibility: Based on athletic talent and president. performance in baseball, basketball, cheer- Award: Tuition for up to 82 hours leading, dance, softball, tennis or volleyball. Number: Varies ______________________________________ Also available to managers. Award: Varies Service Scholarship Number: Varies Eligibility: Must have at least a 3.0 GPA and Contact: Athletic Department, athletics@ demonstrate leadership and/or community snead.edu involvement. ______________________________________ Award: Varies; renewable Career / Technical Scholarship Number: Varies ______________________________________ Eligibility: Must plan to earn a degree in technology field and remain in that major Theater Scholarship to continue to receive the award. Eligibility: Must have a scholarship Award: Varies application on file and participate in theater Number: Varies performance or technical theater. Based ______________________________________ on audition. College Bowl Scholarship Award: Varies Eligibility: Must have a scholarship appli- Number: Varies cation on file and participate in academic Deadline: Audition date competition. Contact: Vann Scott, vscott@snead.edu ______________________________________ Award: Varies Number: Varies Two-year College Contact: Vann Scott, vscott@snead.edu Senior Adult Scholarship ______________________________________ See state government chapter. Endowed Scholarship Other Eligibility: Varies by scholarship. Alabama National Guard Award: Varies Educational Assistance Number: Varies ______________________________________ See state government chapter. ______________________________________ GED Scholarship Federal Work-Study Eligibility: Must have recently completed See federal government chapter. a GED at Snead State. ______________________________________ Award: Varies VA Benefits Number: Varies ______________________________________ See federal government chapter. General Scholarship Eligibility: Must demonstrate financial need as shown by the FAFSA. Award: Varies; renewable Number: Varies ______________________________________ ______________________________________ Community College Contact: Unless otherwise noted, Pam Jones, 334.745.6437, ext. 5355, pamjones@suscc. edu, www.suscc.edu Grants Alabama Student Assistance Program Grant See state government chapter. ___________________________________ Federal Pell Grant See federal government chapter. ___________________________________ Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant See federal government chapter. Loans Federal Direct Loan See federal government chapter. ___________________________________ Federal Direct PLUS Loan See federal government chapter. Scholarships Deadline: Unless otherwise noted, March 1 Ambassador Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a graduating high school senior and want to represent the college. Based on academic achievement, personality, professional appearance and communication skills. Number: Varies ______________________________________ Athletic / Cheerleading Scholarship Eligibility: Based on tryout and other criteria. Award: Tuition, fees and books Number: Varies Contact: Team coach ______________________________________ Performing Arts Scholarship Eligibility: Must have a scholarship application on file and participate in College Street Singers, piano, voice, guitar or jazz band. Based on audition. Award: Varies Number: Varies KHEAA–Alabama Southern Union State Bison Scholarship Eligibility: Based on performance and/or participation in certain school-sponsored activities. Number: Varies, but includes 2 each for Language and Fine Arts Tournament, Business Tournament, Mathematics Tournament and Scholars’ Bowl 206 Affording Higher Education 2016–2017 Two-Year Public Colleges Southern Union Community College–Trenholm State Community College ______________________________________ Counselor’s Leadership Scholarship Eligibility: Must be enrolled for the summer or fall term immediately following high school graduation and have demonstrated leadership in an area recognized by a high school counselor and/or principal. Number: 1 for each high school in the college’s service area ______________________________________ Performing Arts Scholarship Eligibility: Must participate in dance, theater, vocal music or production technical support. Based on financial need and on audition, interview and/or other criteria set by the director of each program. Number: Varies ______________________________________ Presidential Academic Scholarship Eligibility: Must be enrolled full time and be a graduating high school senior who wants to pursue an academic program, including associate degree nursing and radiologic technology. Based on GPA, ACT and financial need. Award: Tuition and fees for 2 years up to 82 hours; renewable with at least a 3.0 GPA Number: Varies ______________________________________ Special Circumstances Scholarship Eligibility: Must have an emergency or hardship not easily addressed by regular financial aid or scholarship policies. Number: Varies ______________________________________ Technical Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a graduating high school senior, be enrolled full time, declare a technical area of interest and remain in that program for the duration of the scholarship. Award: Tuition and fees for 2 years up to 82 hours; renewable with at least a 2.5 GPA Number: Varies ______________________________________ Two-year College Senior Adult Scholarship See state government chapter. Deadline: Registration Other Alabama National Guard Educational Assistance See state government chapter. ______________________________________ College Work Program Eligibility: Contact Financial Aid Office. Award: $1,600 KHEAA–Alabama Number: 40 Deadline: April 1 (priority) ______________________________________ Federal Work-Study See federal government chapter. Deadline: April 1 (priority) ______________________________________ Police Officer’s / Firefighter’s Survivor’s Educational Assistance See state government chapter. ______________________________________ VA Benefits See federal government chapter. Trenholm State Community College Contact: Unless otherwise noted, Financial Aid Office, 334.420.4321, bedwards@ trenholmstate.edu, www.trenholmstate.edu Grants Alabama Student Assistance Program Grant See state government chapter. ___________________________________ Federal Pell Grant See federal government chapter. ______________________________________ Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant See federal government chapter. Scholarships Institutional Scholarships Eligibility: In addition to criteria listed under individual scholarships, must submit the FAFSA. Award: Varies Number: Unless otherwise noted, Varies Deadline: July 15 (priority) Achievement Scholarship Eligibility: Must be currently enrolled, have at least a 3.0 cumulative GPA and have earned at least 12 credit hours at Trenholm State. 207 ______________________________________ Career Technical Scholarship Eligibility: Must be recommended by a director of a career technical center. Number: 1 per director ______________________________________ Institutional Scholarship Eligibility: Must maintain a 2.5 GPA and be a high school graduate, GED recipient or first-time Trenholm State student. ______________________________________ Leadership Scholarship Eligibility: Must be president of the Student Government Association or a College Ambassador, be a high school or GED graduate and maintain a 2.5 GPA. ______________________________________ SkillsUSA Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a first-place state SkillsUSA winner, be a high school or GED graduate and maintain a 2.5 GPA. Foundation Scholarships Eligibility: In addition to criteria listed under individual scholarships, must be a U.S. citizen or registered alien, have at least a 2.5 cumulative GPA and submit an application and a 500-word essay telling why applicant should be considered for a scholarship. Number: 1 Mary and Marshall Anderson Academic Excellence in Health Services Technology Memorial Scholarship Eligibility: Must be enrolled in health services technology and have a 3.0 cumulative GPA. Award: Up to $1,250 per semester ______________________________________ Mary and Marshall Anderson Health Services Technology Memorial Scholarship Eligibility: Must be enrolled in health services technology, be from a single-parent family or a family where neither parent has attended postsecondary school have at least a 2.5 cumulative GPA. Award: Up to $1,250 per semester ______________________________________ James Bates Humanitarian Scholarship Eligibility: Must be enrolled in allied health technology, automotive collision technology, automotive service technology or automotive manufacturing; demonstrate Affording Higher Education 2016–2017 Two-Year Public Colleges Trenholm State Community College–Wallace Community College financial need; have high moral and ethical Other standards; have at least a 2.5 cumulative Alabama National Guard GPA; and sign a pledge to be a role model Educational Assistance Program to others, a community leader and a com- See state government chapter. ______________________________________ mitment to help those less fortunate when able to do so. Federal Work-Study Award: Up to $1,250 per semester See federal government chapter. ______________________________________ Nancy Priester Cox Memorial Scholarship Eligibility: Must strive to follow Nancy Cox’s personal example of excellence and have a cumulative 2.5 GPA. Award: Up to $1,250 per semester ______________________________________ Jerry Joyce First-Generation College Student Memorial Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a first-generation college student and have a cumulative 2.5 GPA. Award: Varies ______________________________________ Dr. Anthony L. Molina Memorial Academic Excellence Scholarship Eligibility: Must maintain a 3.5 cumulative GPA. Award: Up to $1,250 per semester ______________________________________ Police Officer’s / Firefighter’s Survivor’s Educational Assistance See state government chapter. ______________________________________ VA Benefits See federal government chapter. ______________________________________ Vocational Rehabilitation See state government chapter. Wallace Community maintain a 3.0 GPA. Based on academic achievement. ______________________________________ Alabama Scholarship for Dependents of Blind Parents See state government chapter. ______________________________________ Athletic Scholarship Eligibility: Must participate in men’s baseball or women’s softball. Award: Tuition and waiver of fees for up to 2 years Contact: Athletic director ______________________________________ Leadership Development Scholarship Eligibility: A current student must have at least a 2.8 cumulative college GPA and participate in 1 or more of the organized extracurricular activities on campus or in the community. An incoming student must have at least a 3.0 high school GPA, rank in the top 20% of graduating class and have served in a key leadership role in high school. ______________________________________ College Performing Arts Scholarship Eligibility: Must have and maintain a 2.5 GPA and participate in The Wallace Sound, drama or art. ______________________________________ Samuel Munnerlyn Student Contact: Wallace Campus, 1141 Wallace ______________________________________ Leadership Scholarship Drive, Dothan AL 36303; Sparks Campus, Eligibility: Must have a cumulative 2.5 GPA 3235 South Eufaula Avenue, Eufaula AL Technical Scholarship and exhibit leadership at Trenholm State 36027; Erma Perry, 334.687.3543, eperry@ Eligibility: Must have and maintain a 2.5 through integrity, responsibility, dedica- wallace.edu, www.wallace.edu GPA. Based on academic achievement in tion and participation in extracurricular technical and general education courses. collegiate or community activities. Grants Award: Up to $1,250 per semester Alabama Student ______________________________________ Assistance Program Grant Sparks Campus Special Needs / Hardship Scholarship See state government chapter. Foundation Scholarships ______________________________________ Eligibility: Must have a GPA between 2.0 and 2.49 that does not reflect the applicant’s Federal Pell Grant Eligibility: In addition to any criteria scholastic capability and achievement and See federal government chapter. listed under a specific scholarship, must be ______________________________________ submit an essay detailing applicant’s special enrolled on the Sparks Campus; take at least needs or hardship. Federal Supplemental 12 credit hours or a course load consistent Award: Up to $500 per semester Educational Opportunity Grant with student’s program of study; have at ______________________________________ See federal government chapter. least a 2.5 GPA unless otherwise specified; Dr. H.C. Trenholm Scholarship and submit the FAFSA, an application, a Scholarships Eligibility: Must demonstrate financial need transcript from the last school attended (if and have a cumulative 2.5 GPA. applicant has attended college), a I-page Institutional Scholarships Award: Varies or shorter essay outlining career plans and Number: Varies addressing criteria as outlined in a particular Academic Scholarship scholarship and 2 letters of recommendation Eligibility: Must meet all high school gradu- (employer, teacher or other professional, not Other Scholarships ation requirements and have and maintain a a family member). 3.0 GPA. Based on academic achievement. Two-year College ______________________________________ Senior Adult Scholarship Browder and Florence Camp Allied Health and Nursing Scholarship See state government chapter. Beasley Memorial Scholarship Eligibility: Must be enrolled in an allied health or nursing program and have and KHEAA–Alabama 208 Affording Higher Education 2016–2017 Two-Year Public Colleges Wallace Community College–Lurleen B. Wallace Community College ______________________________________ Charlie Belflower Memorial Association Scholarship ______________________________________ Lenoree S. and Robert H. Bennett Sr. Memorial Scholarship ______________________________________ Dempsey and Frances Boyd Scholarship ______________________________________ Gabe Bush Memorial Scholarship ______________________________________ Bush / Willis Scholarship ______________________________________ James S. Clark Memorial Scholarship ______________________________________ L. Y. Dean Scholarship ______________________________________ Mary C. and Robert M. Dixon Sr. Scholarship ______________________________________ Eufaula / Barbour County Chamber Existing Industries Scholarship ______________________________________ Hudson / McGilvary Memorial Scholarship ______________________________________ Johnston / Kirkland Scholarship ______________________________________ James D. Murphy Jr. Memorial Scholarship ______________________________________ Sparks Campus Foundation Directors’ Scholarship ______________________________________ Sparks Foundation Scholarship ______________________________________ Joel P. and Ann Sutton Smith Scholarship ______________________________________ Elton B. Stephens Sales, Sales Management and Marketing Scholarship ______________________________________ WestRock Scholarship Wallace Campus Foundation Scholarships (if applicant has never attended college), a 1-page or shorter essay outlining career plans and addressing criteria as outlined in a particular scholarship and 2 letters of recommendation (employer, teacher or other professional, not a family member). Award: Unless otherwise noted, up to $750 per semester or summer session Number: Unless otherwise noted, 1 Career/Technical Scholarship Eligibility: Must be enrolled in a career or technical program for at least 9 credit hours and have at least a 2.5 GPA. Number: 40 for summer term ______________________________________ Police Officer’s / Firefighter’s Survivor’s Educational Assistance See state government chapter. ______________________________________ VA Benefits See federal government chapter. ______________________________________ Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WOIA) See state government chapter. ______________________________________ Terrell McCord Scholarship Eligibility: Must major in academic transfer or health sciences and have at least a 2.5 GPA. Based on GPA, unmet financial need, and recommendation of the scholarship committee. Lurleen B. Wallace Community College ______________________________________ National Peanut Festival Scholarship Eligibility: Must demonstrate financial need. ______________________________________ ServisFirst Bank Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a moderate or lowincome student. ______________________________________ SunSouth Bank Single Mother Education Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a single mother. Number: 2 for spring term ______________________________________ WCC Employee “Spirit of Giving” Scholarship Eligibility: Must demonstrate financial need and have at least a 2.5 GPA. Number: 1 per semester ______________________________________ Billy, Suzanne and Lily Woods Scholarship Eligibility: Must demonstrate financial need and have at least a 2.5 GPA. Eligibility: In addition to any criteria Other Scholarships listed under a specific scholarship, must be enrolled on the Wallace Campus; take Two-year College at least 12 credit hours or a course load Senior Adult Scholarship consistent with student’s program of study; See state government chapter. have at least a 2.5 GPA unless otherwise specified; and submit the FAFSA, an apOther plication, financial information, a transcript Alabama National Guard from the last school attended (if applicant Educational Assistance has attended college) or ACT/SAT score See state government chapter. KHEAA–Alabama ______________________________________ Federal Work-Study See federal government chapter. 209 Contact: Andalusia Campus: Donna Bass, 334.881.2272, dbass@lbwcc.edu; Greenville and Luverne Campuses: Breshawn Skinner, 334.881.6702, bskinner@lbwcc. edu; MacArthur Campus: Randi Bozeman, 334.493.5338, rbozeman@lbwcc.edu; www.lbwcc.edu Grants Alabama Student Assistance Program Grant See state government chapter. ______________________________________ Federal Pell Grant See federal government chapter. ______________________________________ Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant See federal government chapter. Scholarships Ambassador Scholarship Eligibility: Must be an official host for college activities and public events held in the college’s service area; have at least a 90 average (incoming freshman) or at least a 3.5 GPA; and submit an application, a typewritten essay of at least 250 words stating what being an Ambassador means to the applicant and 2 letters of reference. A high school student must include 1 letter from the principal or guidance counselor. An interview may be required. Affording Higher Education 2016–2017 Two-Year Public Colleges Lurleen B. Wallace Community College Number: Varies Award: Tuition and fees up to $4,500 ______________________________________ Athletic Scholarship Eligibility: Available in baseball, men’s and women’s basketball, and softball. Based on tryout. Number: Varies Award: Tuition and fees for 12 to 15 credit hours (fall and spring ) and loan of textbooks (excluding student workbooks); renewable at discretion of coach and with successful completion of 24 semester hours and at least a 2.0 GPA Contact: Coach ______________________________________ Dual Enrollment Scholarship Eligibility: Must have at least an 80 average, plan to enroll in dual enrollment courses at LBWCC, list on the application all dual enrollment courses for which applicant is requesting scholarship funds and take the COMPASS test unless ACT scores exempt the student. Award: Tuition and fees for 1 course; renewable with reapplication Number: Varies ______________________________________ MacArthur State Technical College Foundation Scholarship Eligibility: Must have at least a 75 average (incoming freshman) or at least a 2.5 GPA; submit an application; submit 2 letters of reference and endorsements from a high school teacher, coach, sponsor, principal or counselor or an adult who is not a family member; submit a list of extracurricular activities, proposed major and club, church or organization affiliations; and write a thank-you letter to foundation donors. Number: Varies Award: Varies Contact: Sabrina Cobb, 334.881.2306, scobb@lbwcc.edu ______________________________________ Performing Arts – Art Scholarship Eligibility: Must perform over and above requirements normally expected for art students; have at least a 75 average (incoming freshman) or at least a 2.5 GPA; take an art studio class on the Andalusia campus each semester while on scholarship; exhibit finished artwork in the annual student art exhibition; and submit 2 letters of recommendation, a portfolio of 6 to 8 pieces ______________________________________ and a brief statement describing what the Honors Program Scholarship student hopes to accomplish through his Eligibility: Must have at least a 90 average; or her artwork. have at least a 20 in English, reading and Award: Tuition and fees up to $3,000; math on the ACT; submit an application, renewable with at least a 2.5 GPA, succurrent high school transcript, FAFSA concessful completion of 24 semester hours, firmation, essay of at least 350 words, and submission of portfolio or works completed 2 letters of recommendation from teachers, during first year counselors, principal, community leaders or Contact: Misti Purvis, 334.881.2250, mpuremployers; and attend an interview. vis@lbwcc.edu Number: Up to 15 ______________________________________ Award: Tuition and fees up to $3,500; rePerforming Arts – Drama Scholarship newable with successful completion of 26 Eligibility: Must have an interest in drama, credit hours, which includes honors courses, have at least a 75 average (incoming freshand a cumulative 3.25 GPA man) or at least a 2.5 GPA, take an acting ______________________________________ class on the Andalusia campus each semesLeadership Scholarship ter while on scholarship, participate in all Eligibility: Must have at least an 80 average drama performance activities and attend (incoming freshman) or at least a 3.0 GPA, an interview. become an active member of the Student Award: Tuition and fees up to $3,000; Government Association, attend the Fall renewable at the discretion of the faculty Leadership Development Seminar on the sponsor and with at least a 2.5 GPA and the Andalusia Campus and submit 1 letter of successful completion of 24 semester hours recommendation from someone who can Contact: Eric Lidh, 334.881.2252, elidh@ verify high school leadership activities. . lbwcc.edu Number: Varies ______________________________________ Award: Tuition and fees up to $1,000 Performing Arts – Music Scholarship Contact: Heather Owen, 334.493.5331, Eligibility: Must audition, participate in howen@lbwcc.edu Ensemble, have at least a 75 average (incom- KHEAA–Alabama 210 ing freshman) or at least a 2.5 GPA, take an Ensemble class on the Andalusia campus each semester while on scholarship. Number: Varies Award: Tuition and fees up to $3,000; renewable at the discretion of the director and with at least a 2.5 GPA and the successful completion of 24 semester hours (excluding MUL classes) Contact: Johnny Brewer, 334.881.2238, jbrewer@lbwcc.edu; or Greg Aplin, 334.881.2227, jgaplin@lbwcc.edu ______________________________________ Presidential Academic Scholarship Eligibility: Must have at least a 90 average (incoming freshman) or at least a 3.5 GPA. Number: Varies Award: Tuition and fees up to $3,000 Contact: Heather Owen, 334.493.5331, howen@lbwcc.edu ______________________________________ Presidential Technical Scholarship Eligibility: Must enroll in a technical program and have at least a 70 average (incoming freshman) or at least a 2.5 GPA. Number: Varies Award: Tuition and fees up to $4,500 Contact: Heather Owen, 334.493.5331, howen@lbwcc.edu ______________________________________ Two-year College Senior Adult Scholarship See state government chapter. ______________________________________ Valedictorian and Salutatorian Scholarship Eligibility: Must be an incoming freshman who was valedictorian or salutatorian for the current year’s graduating class. Award: Tuition and fees up to $3,500 Contact: Heather Owen, 334.493.5331, howen@lbwcc.edu ______________________________________ Lurleen B. Wallace Community College Foundation Scholarship Eligibility: Must have at least a 75 average (incoming freshman) or at least a 2.5 GPA; submit an application; submit 2 letters of reference and endorsements from a high school teacher, coach, sponsor, principal or counselor or an adult who is not a family member; submit a list of extracurricular activities, proposed major and club, church or organization affiliations; and write a thank-you letter to foundation donors. Number: Varies Award: Varies Affording Higher Education 2016–2017 Two-Year Public Colleges Lurleen B. Wallace Community College–Wallace State Community College at Hanceville Contact: Sabrina Cobb, 334.881.2306, scobb@lbwcc.edu Other Alabama G.I. Dependents’ Educational Benefits See state government chapter. Conversion Scholarships / Loans Nursing Scholarship See state government chapter. Scholarships Institutional Scholarships ___________________________________ Alabama National Guard Educational Assistance See state government chapter. ______________________________________ Federal Work-Study See federal government chapter. ______________________________________ Police Officer’s / Firefighter’s Survivor’s Educational Assistance See state government chapter. General Eligibility: Unless otherwise noted and in addition to any criteria listed under a specific program, must be a resident of Alabama and a U.S. citizen and have admissions application, official transcripts, FAFSA and scholarship application on file. Contact: Nicole Ricketts, 256.352.8103, nicole.dame@wallacestate.edu Deadline: Unless otherwise noted, February 15 ______________________________________ VA Benefits See federal government chapter. Wallace State Community College at Hanceville Contact: Unless otherwise noted, Financial Aid Office, 256.352.8182, lioncentral@ wallacestate.edu, www.wallacestate.edu/ Grants Alabama Student Assistance Program Grant See state government chapter. ______________________________________ Federal Pell Grant See federal government chapter. Deadline: April 1 (priority) ______________________________________ Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant See federal government chapter. Loans Federal Direct Loan See federal government chapter. Deadline: June 1 (priority) ______________________________________ Federal Direct PLUS Loan See federal government chapter. KHEAA–Alabama Academic Excellence Scholarship Eligibility: Must major in an academic field and submit ACT composite score and an essay of no more than 500 words explaining why applicant deserves the scholarship and what applicant hopes to achieve with the scholarship. GPA plus ACT score must equal at least 27 (not rounded up). Award: $1,250 per semester Number: Varies ______________________________________ Allied Health and Nursing Scholarship Eligibility: Must major in a health-care program and have at least a 3.0 GPA. Based on ACT score, GPA, participation in clubs and organizations and volunteer experience in a health-care environment. Award: Varies Number: Varies ______________________________________ Athletic Scholarship Eligibility: Do not have to be a resident of Alabama. Based on tryout. Award: Tuition, fees and books Number: Varies Deadline: NJCAA deadline ______________________________________ Career / Technical Scholarship Eligibility: Must major in a technical field. Recipients must take at least 75% of their courses in their major. Based on technical achievement. Award: Varies Number: Varies ______________________________________ Cullman County Farmers Federation Agricultural Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a full-time student and 211 have an Alabama Federation membership number. Preference given to a student who plans to pursue a degree in an agriculture field or agricultural education at a 4-year college or university. Award: $1,000 Number: 4 Deadline: April 1 Contact: Debbie Chandler, Cullman County Farmers Federation, 256.734.4660, dechandler@alfains.com ______________________________________ GED Scholarship See state government chapter. ______________________________________ Iraqi Operation Family Shield Scholarship Eligibility: Must the child or spouse of an Alabama service member activated as part of Operation Iraqi Freedom and provide official copies of military orders, most recent tax returns, Pell Grant eligibility, continued activation certification and marriage certificate for spouse or birth certificate for a child. Award: Up to tuition; available only after all other federal student aid is applied ______________________________________ Leadership Scholarship Eligibility: Must major in an academic field and submit ACT composite score and an essay of no more than 500 words explaining why applicant deserves the scholarship and what applicant hopes to achieve with the scholarship. GPA plus ACT score must equal at least 24 (not rounded up). Award: $1,100 per semester ______________________________________ Performing Arts Scholarship Eligibility: Must audition during the spring semester. Award: Varies Number: Varies Contact: Music Department, 256.352.8277 ______________________________________ Presidential Scholarship Eligibility: Must major in an academic field and submit ACT composite score and an essay of no more than 500 words explaining why applicant deserves the scholarship and what applicant hopes to achieve with the scholarship. GPA plus ACT score must equal at least 30 (not rounded up). Award: Varies Number: Varies Affording Higher Education 2016–2017 Two-Year Public Colleges Wallace State Community College at Hanceville ______________________________________ Two-year College Senior Adult Scholarship See state government chapter. Box 568, Hanceville, AL 35077; or Cherie Smith, 256.352.7808, cherie.smith@wallacestate.edu 2 + 2 Poultry Science Scholarship Eligibility: Must be enrolled in poultry Alumni Scholarships science studies with the intent to transfer to the poultry science program at Auburn Eligibility: In addition to any criteria listed University. under a specific scholarship, must be a resi- Award: Up to $1,500 dent of Alabama and a U.S. citizen, have ______________________________________ completed at least 24 semester hours of Maebell W. Apel Endowed Scholarship coursework at WSCC, be a full-time student ______________________________________ at the time of application, maintain at least Norris and Barbara half-time status, demonstrate financial need Atchley Endowed Scholarship and volunteer in the Alumni Office once ______________________________________ per semester. Bagwell Family Foundation Scholarship Award: Unless otherwise noted, varies Eligibility: Must be enrolled in a technical Number: Unless otherwise noted, 1 program and give back to the college through Contact: LaDonna Allen, 256.352.7808, volunteerism or monetary means. ladonna.allen@wallacestate.edu ______________________________________ James D. Bagwell Scholarship Alumni Outstanding Women Scholarship Eligibility: Must be enrolled in a program Eligibility: Must be a full-time student, have that will transfer to a 4-year institution and at least a 3.0 GPA, demonstrate involve- be a second-year student. ment in community or school activities, ______________________________________ and volunteer in the Alumni Office for 3 Birmingham Fasteners hours each week. and Supply Inc. Scholarship Award: Up to $2,500 Eligibility: Preference given to an employee ______________________________________ Alumni Scholarship Eligibility: Must be an Alumni Association member or the dependent of an association member. ______________________________________ of Birmingham Fasteners & Supply or to the dependent of an employee. Award: Up to 2 years’ tuition, fees and books ______________________________________ Clark and Rebecca Branch Endowed Scholarship Curtis R. Mize Alumni ______________________________________ Transfer Scholarship Grant Brown Memorial Scholarship Eligibility: Must be an Alumni Association Eligibility: Must be a graduating senior member or the dependent of an associa- from Hanceville High School. tion member, have at least a 3.0 GPA and Award: Up to 2 semesters’ tuition and fees demonstrate leadership and involvement in ______________________________________ the community with the intent to transfer Deb Buettner Endowed Scholarship to Auburn University. Eligibility: Must be a woman enrolled in a business program. ______________________________________ Foundation Scholarships Richard Bunis Memorial Scholarship ______________________________________ Eligibility: In addition to any criteria listed Agnes Johnston Burney under a specific scholarship, must be a Memorial Scholarship resident of Alabama and a U.S. citizen , Eligibility: Must be enrolled in the nursing have and maintain at least a 2.5 GPA and program. demonstrate financial need. ______________________________________ Award: Unless otherwise noted, varies Gerry Burney Memorial Scholarship Number: Unless otherwise noted, 1 Eligibility: Must be a second-year criminal Deadline: Unless otherwise noted, March justice student in good standing. 15 (fall and spring), April 15 (summer) ______________________________________ Contact: WSCC Future Foundation, P.O. Evelyn Burrow Endowed Scholarship KHEAA–Alabama 212 ______________________________________ Richard Caretti Aviation Scholarship Eligibility: Must be enrolled in flight technology, plan to maintain a third-class medical certificate and have at least a 3.0 GPA and at least a 21 ACT composite. Award: For in-air training only ______________________________________ Fred and Holly Cespedes Endowed Scholarship Eligibility: Must be enrolled in the agricultural production/horticultural program or a subsequent poultry science program, dual enrollment or the Fast Track Academy; have at least a 3.0 GPA; and be a graduate of the Cullman County school system or be enrolled in the Cullman County School system if a Fast Track Academy or dual enrollment student. Award: Tuition, fees and up to $1,500 for books; renewable with at least a 3.0 GPA ______________________________________ Cullman Ballet Society and Fine Arts Endowed Scholarship ______________________________________ Cullman-Jefferson Gas District Scholarship Eligibility: Preference given to a customer of the gas district or to the dependent of a customer. ______________________________________ Cullman Savings Bank Foundation Scholarship Eligibility: Preference given to a customer or employee of Cullman Savings Bank or to the dependent of a customer or employee. ______________________________________ Future Foundation Dream Keeper Scholarship Eligibility: Must have less than a 2.5 GPA. Nonrenewable. ______________________________________ Future Foundation Dual Enrollment Scholarship Eligibility: Must be enrolled in an accredited Alabama high school. ______________________________________ Future Foundation General Scholarship ______________________________________ Future Foundation Specialist Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a second-year student and work at least 8 hours per week in the Foundation Office. ______________________________________ Garlan Gudger Leadership Scholarship Affording Higher Education 2016–2017 Two-Year Public Colleges Wallace State Community College at Hanceville–Wallace Community College Selma ______________________________________ B. Don Hale Endowed Scholarship Eligibility: Preference given to a graduate of West Point High School in Cullman County. ______________________________________ Sonya Hembree Memorial Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a single mother enrolled in a business program. ______________________________________ Topre America Scholarship Eligibility: Must be enrolled in a technical program related to the manufacturing industry. Preference given to an employee of Topre America in Cullman or to the dependent of an employee. ______________________________________ ______________________________________ Jim Walker Endowed Scholarship ______________________________________ J. W. Hooper Scholarship Eligibility: Must be enrolled in diesel WSCC Summer Sonography Scholarship ______________________________________ mechanics or another transportationrelated program and have at least a 3.0 Jeremy “Smurf” Young GPA. Preference given to an employee My Memorial Scholarship Way Transportation or to the dependent of Eligibility: Must be a second-year student an employee. in good standing. ______________________________________ Don and Judie Hubbard Scholarship ______________________________________ Vicki P. Karolewics Endowed Scholarship ______________________________________ Dr. Joe Wayne Maddox Endowed Scholarship Eligibility: Must be an education major. ______________________________________ Oden Leadership Endowed Scholarship ______________________________________ Grover Reeves Endowed Scholarship ______________________________________ REHAU Inc. Scholarship Eligibility: Must be enrolled in a technical degree or pre-engineering AS program, exhibit leadership qualities and have at least a 3.0 GPA and at least a 21 ACT composite. ______________________________________ Grady and Cherie Smith Endowed Scholarship ______________________________________ Zina Stansberry Art Award Eligibility: Must be an outstanding art/ visual communications student. ______________________________________ Zina Stansberry Microbiology Award Eligibility: Must be an outstanding clinical lab technology student with the highest microbiology rating. Other Alabama National Guard Educational Assistance See state government chapter. ______________________________________ Employee and Dependent Tuition Waiver See state government chapter. ______________________________________ Federal Work-Study See federal government chapter. ______________________________________ Police Officer’s / Firefighter’s Survivor’s Educational Assistance See state government chapter. ______________________________________ Trade Readjustment Act See state government chapter. ______________________________________ VA Benefits See federal government chapter. ______________________________________ Vocational Rehabilitation See state government chapter. ______________________________________ Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WOIA) See state government chapter. ______________________________________ Community College Selma Contact: Unless otherwise noted, Financial Aid Office, 334.876.9296, financial.aid@ wccs.edu, www.wccs.edu Grants Alabama Student Assistance Program Grant See state government chapter. ______________________________________ Federal Pell Grant See federal government chapter. ______________________________________ Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant See federal government chapter. Scholarships Academic Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a first-time freshman, have at least a 22 composite ACT score and submit an application, copy of WCCS acceptance letter, transcript and 2 letters of recommendation from non-relatives. Award: Tuition and fees; renewable for up to 4 semesters Number: Varies Deadline: April 1 ______________________________________ American Legion Post 20 Scholarship Eligibility: Must be an Alabama resident. Preference given to a son, daughter, grandson or granddaughter of a veteran of World War I, World War II, the Korean War or the Vietnam War. Award: $850 Number: 2 Deadline: April 1 ______________________________________ G. R. and Susie Still Endowed Scholarship Athletic Scholarship Eligibility: Must play men’s basketball, women’s basketball or men’s baseball and have at least a 1.7 GPA. Award: Varies; renewable Contact: Athletic director, 334.876.9362 ______________________________________ Angela Joy Tidwell Memorial Respiratory Therapy Endowed Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a second-year respiratory therapy student in good standing. KHEAA–Alabama Wallace ______________________________________ Career Ladder ADN Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a graduate of the LPN program at WCCS, have been admitted to 213 Affording Higher Education 2016–2017 Two-Year Public Colleges Wallace Community College Selma the ADN program, have at least a 2.5 college GPA, have at least an 18 reading score on the ACT, complete all courses in the ADN curriculum with at least a “C” and maintain at least a 2.5 cumulative GPA. Award: Tuition and fees for 2 terms Number: Varies Deadline: July 30 (fall), December 1 (spring), May 1 (summer) Number: 1 Deadline: March 31 ______________________________________ have at least a 16 composite ACT score and submit an application, copy of WCCS acceptance letter, transcript and 2 letters of recommendation from non-relatives. Award: Tuition and fees; renewable for up to 4 semesters Number: Varies Deadline: April 1 Licensed Practical Nursing Academic Scholarship Eligibility: Must be accepted into the LPN program, be admitted for the first time, apply for federal aid, have at least a 3.0 high school ______________________________________ GPA or 2.75 college GPA, have at least an 18 ______________________________________ composite ACT score, complete all courses Tuition Assistance Nursing Scholarship Career Ladder LPN Scholarship in the LPN curriculum with at least a “C” Eligibility: Must be accepted into the ADN, Eligibility: Must be a graduate of the nursing and maintain at least a 2.5 cumulative GPA. LPN or nursing assistant (NAS) program; assistant (NAS) program at WCCS, have Not available if student has received another have completed the first semester satisfacbeen admitted to the LPN program, have full-tuition and fees scholarship. torily; demonstrate financial need; apply for at least a 3.0 college GPA, have at least Award: Tuition and fees for courses in the federal student aid; complete all courses in an 18 reading score on the ACT, complete nursing curriculum; renewable for up to 3 the curriculum with at least a “C” and mainall courses in the LPN curriculum with semesters tain a 2.0 cumulative GPA. Not available at least a “C” and maintain at least a 2.5 Number: Varies to a student who has been awarded another cumulative GPA. Deadline: July 15 (fall), November 15 full-tuition and fees scholarship. Award: Tuition and fees for 2 terms (spring) Award: Up to $500 for an ADN or LPN ______________________________________ Number: Varies student for up to 2 semesters; up to $200 Deadline: July 30 (fall), December 1 Melson Scholarship for an NAS student for 1 semester. May (spring), May 1 (summer) Eligibility: Must major in a math or science be used only for courses in the curriculum. ______________________________________ field, have and maintain at least a 2.75 Number: Varies Certificate Scholarship GPA, submit an application and complete Deadline: July 30 (fall), December 1 Eligibility: Must be a first-time freshman a Statewide Transfer and Articulation (spring), May 1 (summer) enrolled in a certificate program, have at Reporting System (STARS) agreement. Other least a 2.75 high school GPA and submit Award: $500; nonrenewable Alabama National Guard an application, copy of WCCS acceptance Number: Varies Educational Assistance letter, transcript and 2 letters of recom- Deadline: June 30 ______________________________________ See state government chapter. mendation from non-relatives. ______________________________________ Award: Tuition and fees; renewable for up Presidential Scholarship to 4 semesters Eligibility: Must be a first-time freshman, Employee and Dependent Tuition Waiver Number: Varies have at least a 26 composite ACT score See state government chapter. ______________________________________ Deadline: April 1 and submit an application, copy of WCCS ______________________________________ acceptance letter, transcript and 2 letters of Federal Work-Study See federal government chapter. Economically Disadvantaged Scholarship recommendation from non-relatives. ______________________________________ Eligibility: Must be a single parent, have a Award: Tuition, fees and books; renewable Police Officer’s / Firefighter’s child between 18 months and 5 years old, for up to 4 semesters Survivor’s Educational Assistance be enrolled full time, be eligible for a Pell Number: Varies See state government chapter. Grant, have an EFC of 0, have at least a Deadline: April 1 ______________________________________ ______________________________________ 2.0 GPA and be in good academic standing. VA Benefits Award: Child care costs for 1 child at the Senior Citizens Scholarship See federal government chapter. McRae Learning Center, not including See state government chapter. ______________________________________ ______________________________________ transportation, pay for late pickups or pay Vocational Rehabilitation for holidays and breaks; nonrenewable Simpson Foundation Scholarship Number: Varies Eligibility: Must be a resident of Wilcox See state government chapter. ______________________________________ ______________________________________ County; be a new student; plan to enter a Demius K. Jackson terminal degree program (not a college or Workforce Innovation and Memorial Scholarship university transfer program); and submit Opportunity Act (WOIA) Eligibility: Must have at least a 2.0 GPA, an application, high school and college See state government chapter. be in good academic standing and submit transcripts and a letter of recommendation. a 300-word essay explaining educational Award: Tuition and fees; nonrenewable and career objectives, how one person in Number: 1 ______________________________________ applicant’s life inspired applicant to succeed and why applicant deserves the scholarship. Technical Scholarship Award: $1,000 Eligibility: Must be a first-time freshman, KHEAA–Alabama 214 Affording Higher Education 2016–2017