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Scholarships

Scholarships are a source of funding that can help you pay for your education. Unlike loans, they do not have to be repaid.

Scholarship criteria can be based on academic achievement, athletic or artistic talent, financial need, particular fields of study or involvement in the community.

The scholarship application process is separate from the application for federal and state financial aid.

FEATURED SCHOLARSHIPS:

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National Science Foundation SUM Scholarships

For students planning to earn degrees in engineering, science, math, computer science and information technology. Click here for more information.

--------------------------------------------------------------------------------Pleneurethics Scholarship

This scholarship awards $1000 per quarter for 3 quarters and is open to TCC students who have earned at least 30 college level credits with a cumulative college level GPA of 2.5 or above.

For applications and additional information see: http://www.pleneurethics.org/

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Other opportunties:

Students In Service – AmeriCorps

This part-time AmeriCorps program allows students to earn an education award up to $2362.50 for as little as 10 hours a week of community service. The service could be an un-paid internship, practicum or service work-study position as well as regular volunteer service with a non-profit organization. Click here for more information.

Some helpful hints when applying for a scholarship:

Include a self-addressed stamped envelope when requesting applications or information.
Read the application carefully. Pay close attention to instructions and items that are required in order to process your application.
If any part of the application seems confusing feel free to seek advice from the scholarship provider, an instructor, the Financial Aid Office, or an academic counselor. Ask for letters of recommendation from instructors, community leaders or people who you have worked with. Discuss in advance with the writers the kind of information you will need. Include these letters along with your application.
Type all application forms, letters, essays, questionnaires, or any other information. Proofread all materials and make sure they are picture-perfect: no misspellings, no errors. It is always a good idea to have someone else look over the application and attached statements one more time.
Be sure to make a copy for your records.

Additional Scholarship Sites and Information

A scholarship information bulletin board with current scholarship listings is located next to the financial aid office in Building 18. Stop by and take a look at what is available.

If you have questions, please contact Carolyn Christmas, Financial Aid Advisor / Scholarship Coordinator at 253.566.5315 or by email at cchristmas@tacomacc.edu.