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Scholarships are financial awards based on academic achievement, athletic or artistic talent, financial need, particular fields of study or involvement in the community. They do not have to be paid back.
IMPORTANT: THE SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS WILL BE ANNOUNCED IN MAY!
Types of Scholarships
TCC offers 2 kinds of scholarships: external and internal. The application process is different for each.
- Internal scholarships: Thanks to the generosity of donors and supporters of TCC, we are able to offer dozens of TCC Foundation Scholarships in specific disciplines, as well as generalized scholarships for any area of study. Learn more about internal TCC Foundation Scholarships.
- External scholarships: These scholarships are contributions made by groups outside of TCC. Each scholarship has its own application and selection process.
Applying for External Scholarships
The scholarship application process is separate from the application for federal and state financial aid.
Each scholarship may have its own application and selection process, unique to the funding organization. The processes for each scholarship will be outlined on the scholarship application, which you can pick up in the Financial Aid office in Bldg. 14.
Helpful tips for applying for external scholarships:
- 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.
A scholarship information bulletin board with current outside scholarship listings is located next to the Financial Aid office in Bldg. 14. Stop by and take a look at what is available.
Other Opportunities
College Success Foundation
Leadership 1000 Scholarship deadline approaching.
The online application can be completed online at the website.
Deadline: Monday, April 1, 2013.
The Leadership 1000 Scholarship is open to all students across the state who will be enrolling in college fall 2013 as a freshman, sophomore or junior and who meet the eligibility criteria listed at the website.
Generally, students who attend a community or technical college are not eligible for the Leadership 1000 Scholarship. However, this year, students who attend community or technical colleges may be eligible if they meet the City of Destiny and/or the Tacoma Public Utilities criteria. Please see the website for further information.
Washington State Home & Community Educators Women in Transition Scholarship
Two (2) scholarships of $1,000 each will be awarded to 2 women, 25 years of age or older, who:
- Have a definite plan to use the desired training to enter or re-enter the job market, to improve chances for advancement or to train for a new career field
- Have demonstrated a need for financial assistance to upgrade skills or complete their education for career advancement
- Are Washington State residents attending a school in Washington State
- Special consideration will be given to women entering family-related fields.
For application submission information please give me a call at 253.566.5315. Deadline: April 1, 2013. For more information on this opportunity, visit www.ncw.wsu.edu/family.
Emerald City Business & Professional Women Foundation
Emerald City Buiness & Professional Women's Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to raising money for scholarships for women interested in furthering their education. They are offering a $2,000 scholarship to a female student in financial need and registered in a program of study that will advance her career goals.
On behalf of the Past Presidents' Assembly, the Foundation administers the award of a $1,500 scholarship to a female student attending community college.
The deadline is May, 3, 2013. For more information and to download the application and scholarship requirements, go to www.ecbpwfoundation.org,
StudentScholarships.org
StudentScholarships.org has the following offerings available for students. Please visit each listed site for application information.
Youth Volunteer Scholarship Award - $500 (Deadline: April, 15, 2013)
www.bbgcommunications.com
Healthy Choices Scholarship - $500 (Deadline: April 30, 2013)
www.chiropractorkelowna.ca
Scholarships by Design Award - $500 (Deadline: May 1, 2013)
www.studentscholarships.org/2013scholarships.php
Black and Lee Scholarships - $500 (Deadline: May 15, 2013)
www.studentscholarships.org/scholarshipsandgrants.php
Caretenders Scholarship Program - $500 (Deadline: May 31, 2013)
www.kelownaretirementhomes.ca
LM Scholarship Program - $1,000 (Deadline: May 31, 2013)
www.forklifttrainingsaskatoon.com
Rogers Community Volunteer Scholarships - $500 (Deadline: June 1, 2013)
www.whiterockdentists.com
Sedary & Associates Scholarship - $500 (Deadline: June 15, 2013)
www.westvancouverlawyers.ca
Lift Parts Express Scholarship - $1,000 (Deadline: June 30, 2013)
www.forkliftpartswashington.com
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.
To find out more about becoming a Students in Service member or to begin the enrollment process, stop by Counseling and Advising, Bldg. 7. Learn more about Students in Service.
Scholarship Resources
Contact
Yolonda Williams, Scholarship Coordinator
253.566.5315
