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Questions About Foundation Scholarships?

Contact:
Cassandra Samson
St. Charles Community College Financial Assistance Office
Administration Building Room 1115
Phone: 636-922-8578
E-mail: csamson@stchas.edu

AMERISTAR CASINO SCHOLARSHIP
Number of Potential Recipients: One per year.
Value:
  • Up to $1,000 for tuition, fees, and books.
  • Funds are awarded to student's account.
Criteria:
  • Cumulative GPA 2.5 or higher or minimum total score of 2,700 on GED exam.
  • Up to 72 credit hours; students who have completed 72 credit hours are not eligible. (See application.)
Required Documents:
  • Completed application.
  • Most recent official transcript.
  • Two-hundred (200) word essay on “Why a college education is important to me.”
  • Two letters of recommendation written within three months prior to date of application.
Renewing Criteria: Scholarship is not renewable, but student may reapply next year.
Deadline: November 1.  Application · Recommendation · Questions?
ANDREW M. SCHILLING MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Number of Potential Recipients: One per year.
Value:
  • $500 for tuition and fees.
  • Funds are awarded to student's account.
Criteria:
  • Cumulative GPA 2.0 or above.
Required Documents:
  • Completed application.
  • Most recent official transcript.
  • One teacher or employer recommendation letter written within three months prior to date of application.
  • 250-word essay on:  “My life now and my dream for the future”.
Renewing Criteria: Scholarship is not renewable, but student may reapply.
Deadline: November 1.  Application · Recommendation · Questions?
ARNIE STANEK GRADUATE GED AWARD
(Funded by Memorial Donations)
Number of Potential Recipients: One per year.
Value:
  • Up to $500 for tuition, fees, and books.
  • Funds are awarded to student's account.
Criteria:
  • Minimum total score of 2,700 on GED exam.
  • Completed 3 credit hours at St. Charles Community College prior to applying for this scholarship.
  • Cumulative GPA 2.5 or above.
  • Up to 72 credit hours; students who have completed 72 credit hours are not eligible. (See application.)
Required Documents:
  • Completed application.
  • Official GED transcript showing 2700 or higher on GED exam.
  • Two paragraphs on "My College/Career Goal is ..."
Renewing Criteria: Scholarship is not renewable, but student may reapply.
Deadline: November 1.  Application · Questions?

BARKLAGE, BRETT, WIBBENMEYER, & HAMILL
PRE-LAW/CRIMINAL JUSTICE SCHOLARSHIP

Number of Potential Recipients: One per year.
Value:
  • Up to $500 for tuition, fees, and books.
  • Funds are awarded to student's account.
Criteria:
  • Cumulative 3.00 GPA.
  • Majoring in pre-law or criminal justice. (Preference is given to pre-law.)
Required Documents:
  • Completed application.
  • Most recent official transcript.
  • One to two paragraphs on "My College/Career Goal is ..."
Renewing Criteria: Scholarship is not renewable, but student may reapply.
Deadline: June 1.  Application · Questions?
CAROL MCCAULEY SWINK MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Number of Potential Recipients: One per year.
Value: $250
Criteria:
  • General education, second year student, working toward an associate degree (completed 30 hours).
  • Cumulative 3.00 GPA.
  • Enrolled in 12 credit hours at St. Charles Community College.
Required Documents:
  • Completed application.
  • Most recent official transcript.
  • Two teacher recommendations.
  • One page essay on "My Life Goals."
Renewing Criteria: Scholarship is automatically renewed for one additional semester if following criteria are met:
  • Cumulative 3.00 GPA.
  • 10 hours of community service with MADD.
Deadline: June 1.  Application · Recommendation · Questions?
COTTLEVILLE/WELDON SPRING CHAMBER OF COMMERCE SCHOLARSHIP
Number of Potential Recipients: One.
Value:
  • Up to $500 for tuition, fees, and books.
  • Funds are awarded to student's account.
Criteria:
  • Completed 6 credit hours at St. Charles Community College prior to applying for this scholarship.
  • Cumulative GPA of 2.2 or above.
  • Must live or work in Cottleville or Weldon Spring.
Required Documents:
  • Completed application.
  • Most recent official transcript.
  • Two letters of recommendation from teachers, employers, or adults who the student has known as an employee, volunteer, or through a sports activity.
  • Two paragraphs about "My Career Goals."
Renewing Criteria: Scholarship is renewable. Please see application for information.
Deadline: November 1.  Application · Recommendation · Questions?
COTTLEVILLE/WELDON SPRING ROTARY SCHOLARSHIP
Number of Potential Recipients: One.
Value:

$500, pending availability of funds.

Criteria:
  • Involved in community service.
  • Pursuing a college degree/certificate.
  • Enrolled in at least 9 credit hours at St. Charles Community College.
Required Documents:
  • Completed application.
  • Most recent official transcript.
  • One-two paragraphs: "My College/Career Goal is . . .?"
  • Two teacher or employer recommendations.
Renewing Criteria: Scholarship is renewable. Please see application for information.
Deadline: June 1.  Application · Recommendation · Questions?
DAN AND JODY BARKLAGE SCHOLARSHIP
Number of Potential Recipients: One per semester.
Value:
  • Up to $500 per year for tuition, fees, and books.
  • Funds are awarded to student's account.
Criteria:
  • Graduate of St. Charles High School.
  • GPA of 3.00 or higher.
  • Up to 72 credit hours; students who have completed 72 credit hours are not eligible. (See application.)
Required Documents:
  • Completed application.
  • Current high school or SCC transcripts.
  • Two letters of recommendation within three months of date of application.
  • Two to three paragraph letter sharing your future goals.
Renewing Criteria:

Scholarship is not renewable, but student may reapply.

Deadline: November 1.  Application · Recommendation · Questions?
DANIEL J. CONOYER MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Number of Potential Recipients: One.
Value:
  • Up to $500 for tuition, fees, and books.
  • Funds are awarded to student's account.
Criteria:
  • Cumulative 3.00 or higher GPA.
  • Up to 72 credit hours; students who have completed 72 credit hours are not eligible. (See application.)
Required Documents:
  • Completed application.
  • Most recent official transcript.
  • Two teacher or employer letters of recommendation within three months of date of application.
  • Two to three paragraph letter sharing your future goals.
Renewing Criteria:

Scholarship is not renewable, but student may reapply.

Deadline: June 1.  Application · Recommendation · Questions?
DENNIS HOLLRAH, ARCHITECT, COMPUTER-AIDED DRAFTING SCHOLARSHIP
Number of Potential Recipients: One.
Value:
  • Up to $500 for tuition, fees, and books.
  • Funds are awarded to student's account.
Criteria:
  • Students pursuing architecture, drafting, engineering, or other careers for which Computer Aided Drafting would be important.
  • Cumulative 2.5 or higher GPA, or minimum total score of 2,700 on GED exam.
  • Up to 72 credit hours; students who have completed 72 credit hours are not eligible. (See application.)
Required Documents:
  • Completed application.
  • Most recent official transcript.
  • One letter of recommendation. Recommendation must be recent, within three months of deadline.
  • Two essays - Two hundred (200) words each:
    1. “What is Your Career Goal?” AND
    2. “Why Do You Need Financial Support?”
    Applications that do not have essays for both questions will be eliminated from consideration.
Renewing Criteria:

Scholarship is not renewable, but students may reapply the following year.

Deadline: November 1. Application · Recommendation · Questions?
DEWEY MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Number of Potential Recipients: One.
Value:
  • Up to $750 for tuition, fees, and books.
  • Funds are awarded to student's account.
Criteria:
  • GPA of 2.00 or higher.
  • Enrolled in at least 9 credit hours at St. Charles Community College.
Required Documents:
  • Completed application.
  • Most recent official transcript.
  • One-two paragraphs: "My College/Career Goal is . . .?
Renewing Criteria:

Scholarship is not renewable, but student may reapply.

Deadline: June 1.  Application · Recommendation · Questions?
FLORENCE KILLIAN MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Number of Potential Recipients: Varies.
Value:
  • Up to $250 for tuition, fees, and/or books.
  • Funds are awarded to student's account.
Criteria:
  • Students attending St. Charles Community College.
  • Completed 3 credit hours at St. Charles Community College prior to applying for this scholarship.
  • GPA of 2.00 or higher.
  • Up to 72 credit hours; students who have completed 72 credit hours are not eligible. (See application.)
Required Documents:
  • Completed application.
  • Most recent official transcript.
  • Two paragraphs: "My College/Career Goal is . . ."
Renewing Criteria: Scholarship is not renewable, but student may reapply.
Deadline: November 1.  Application · Questions?
FOUNDATION GED SCHOLARSHIP
Number of Potential Recipients: Varies.
Value:
  • Up to $500 for tuition, fees, and books.
  • Funds are awarded to student's account.
Criteria:
  • Enrolled in 9 credit hours or more.
  • Student must have a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or above.
Required Documents:
  • Completed application.
  • Official GED transcript showing 2700 or higher on the GED Exam.
  • Two letters of recommendation written no more than 3 months prior to the scholarship application deadline.
  • Two paragraphs: "My College/Career Goal is . . ."
Renewing Criteria:
  • Scholarship is automatically renewed for for the following semester if a 2.50 GPA is achieved, at least 9 credit hours are completed and the student is enrolled in a minimum of 9 credit hours for the next semester at SCC.
Deadline: November 1.  Application · Recommendation · Questions?
FOUNDATION GENERAL SCHOLARSHIP - FN
Number of Potential Recipients: Varies.
Value:
  • Up to $1,000 for tuition, fees, and books.
  • Funds are awarded to student's account.
Criteria:
  • Cumulative 2.0 GPA.
  • Enrolled in at least 6 credit hours each semester that the scholarship is awarded.
  • Up to 72 credit hours; students who have completed 72 credit hours are not eligible. (See application.)
  • Expected Family Contribution (EFC) score on Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) must be between 2,001 and 7,999. (Applicants must complete FAFSA for the year they are applying for scholarship.)
  • FAFSA must be verified by St. Charles Community College Financial Assistance Office.
Required Documents:
  • Completed application.
  • Most recent official transcripts.
  • Two letters of recommendations written no more than 3 months prior to the scholarship application deadline.
  • Two paragraphs on "My College/Career Goal is . . ."
  • Completed and verified (by St. Charles Community College Financial Aid Office) Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) with Expected Family Contribution (EFC) between 2,001 and 7.999.
Renewing Criteria:

Scholarship is automatically renewed for one semester if a cumulative GPA of 2.00 is achieved, at least 6 credit hours are complete from the previous term, and enrolled in a minimum of 6 credit hours for the renewing term at SCC.

Deadline: November 1. Application · Recommendation · Questions?
FOUNDATION GENERAL SCHOLARSHIP
Number of Potential Recipients: Varies.
Value:
  • Up to $1,000 for tuition, fees, and books.
  • Funds are awarded to student's account.
Criteria:
  • Cumulative 2.50 GPA.
  • Enrolled in at least 6 credit hours each semester that the scholarship is awarded.
  • Up to 72 credit hours; students who have completed 72 credit hours are not eligible. (See application.)
Required Documents:
  • Completed application.
  • Most recent official transcripts.
  • Two letters of recommendation written no more than 3 months prior to the scholarship application deadline.
  • Two paragraphs on "My College/Career Goal is . . ."
Renewing Criteria:

Scholarship is automatically renewed for the following semester if a 2.50 cumulative GPA is achieved, at least 6 credit hours have been completed, and the student is enrolled in a minimum of 6 credit hours for the renewing term at SCC.

Deadline: November 1.  Application · Recommendation · Questions?
FRIENDS OF GOLDENROD THEATER SCHOLARSHIP
Number of Potential Recipients: One.
Value:
  • Up to $200 for tuition and fees.
  • Funds are awarded to student's account.
Criteria:
  • Students majoring in theater or drama.
  • Must be a St. Charles county resident.
  • Must have completed 6 credit hours at St. Charles Community College prior to applying for this scholarship.
  • Cumulative 2.50 GPA.
Required Documents:
  • Completed application.
  • Two letters of recommendation from high school teachers, college faculty, or theater volunteers.
Renewing Criteria:

Scholarship is not renewable.

Deadline: November 1.  Application · Recommendation · Questions?
FRIENDS OF SSM ST. JOSEPH AUXILIARY NURSING SCHOLARSHIP
Number of Potential Recipients: Up to three.
Value:
  • Up to $1,000 for tuition, fees, and books.
  • Funds are awarded to student’s account.
Criteria:
  • Cumulative 3.00 or higher GPA.
  • Second year nursing student.
  • Enrolled in at least 9 hours at St. Charles Community College.
Required Documents:
  • Completed application.
  • Most recent official transcripts.
  • One letter of recommendation from SCC nursing faculty, dated within three months of deadline.
Renewing Criteria:

Scholarship is renewable.

Deadline:

June 1. Application · Recommendation · Questions?

GENERAL MOTORS BUSINESS SCHOLARSHIP
Number of Potential Recipients: One per year.
Value:
  • $2,000. ($1,000 per semester).
  • Funds are awarded to student's account.
Criteria:
  • Cumulative 3.00 GPA.
  • Major in Business.
  • Enrolled in and complete a minimum of 12 credit hours each semester that the scholarship is awarded.
  • Up to 72 credit hours; students who have completed 72 credit hours are not eligible. (See application.)
Required Documents:
  • Completed application.
  • Most recent official transcript.
  • One-page essay on "My Life Goals."
  • Three teacher or employer letters of recommendation written no more than three months prior to the scholarship application deadline.
Renewing Criteria:
  • Scholarship is automatically renewed for one semester if a term GPA of 3.00 is maintained and recipient is enrolled in at least 12 credit hours.
  • Students may reapply for following year.
Deadline: November 1.  Application · Recommendation · Questions?
HARVESTER KIWANIS CLUB SCHOLARSHIP
Number of Potential Recipients: One per year.
Value:
  • $250 applicable to tuition and fees.
  • Funds are awarded to student's account.
Criteria:
  • Must be a full-time student.
  • Completed 6 credit hours at St. Charles Community College prior to applying for this scholarship.
  • Cumulative 3.0 GPA.
  • Major in early childhood or elementary education.
Required Documents:
  • Completed application.
  • Most recent official transcript.
  • Submit a two paragraph essay about your career goals.
  • Two letters of recommendation from high school teachers, college faculty, or employers, written within 3 months of the scholarship application deadline.
Renewing Criteria:

Scholarship is renewable.

Deadline: November 1. Application · Recommendation · Questions?
HELEN AND PAUL SCHNARE SCHOLARSHIP
Number of Potential Recipients: Two per year.
Value:
  • $500 applicable to tuition, fees, and/or books.
  • Funds are awarded to student's account.
Criteria:
  • Enrolled in at least 6 credit hours at St. Charles Community College.
  • Cumulative 2.50 GPA.
  • Interested in pursuing a career in education, English, communication, or business.
Required Documents:
  • Completed application.
  • Most recent official transcript.
  • One-two paragraphs: "My College/Career Goal is . . ?"
  • Two teacher or employer recommendations.
Renewing Criteria:

Scholarship is not renewable.

Deadline: June 1.  Application · Recommendation · Questions?
JAMES F. RONKOSKI MEMORIAL CRIMINAL JUSTICE SCHOLARSHIP
Number of Potential Recipients: One per year.
Value:
  • Cost of tuition, fees, and/or books, not to exceed $500.
  • Funds are awarded to student's account.
Criteria:
  • Students planning to pursue a career in criminal justice.
  • Enrolled in and complete a minimum of 6 credit hours at St. Charles Community College each semester that the scholarship is awarded.
  • Cumulative 2.0 GPA.
Required Documents:
  • Completed application.
  • Most recent official transcript.
  • Two letters of recommendations—one from a teacher and one from a law enforcement official.
  • Two-page, double-spaced essay answering the question, "Why are Ethics Important in Criminal Justice?"
Renewing Criteria:

Scholarship is not renewable, but students may reapply the following year.

Deadline: November 1.  Application · Recommendation · Questions?
JERRY SCHEIDEGGER FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP
Number of Potential Recipients: One per year.
Value:
  • Cost of tuition, fees, and/or books, not to exceed $250.
  • Funds are awarded to student's account.
Criteria:
  • Cumulative 2.50 GPA.
  • Up to 72 credit hours; students who have completed 72 credit hours are not eligible. (See application.)
Required Documents:
  • Completed application.
  • Most recent official transcript.
  • Two teacher or employer recommendations.
  • One-two paragraphs: "My College/Career Goal is . . . ?"
Renewing Criteria:

Scholarship is not renewable, but students may reapply the following year.

Deadline: November 1.  Application · Recommendation · Questions?
JO ANNE ROCKLAGE MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Number of Potential Recipients: One per year.
Value:
  • Cost of tuition, fees, and/or books, not to exceed $500.
  • Funds are awarded to student's account.
Criteria:
  • Cumulative 2.50 GPA.
  • Major in the Humanities (English, Languages).
  • Must have completed at least 18 credit hours at SCC or another college.
  • Up to 72 credit hours; students who have completed 72 credit hours are not eligible. (See application.)
Required Documents:
  • Completed application.
  • Submit official transcript(s) showing a 2.5 or higher cumulative GPA and completion of 18 credit hours or more.
  • Two letters of recommendation from high school teachers or college faculty,   written within 3 months of the scholarship application deadline.
  • A 250-word description of your plan for your education.
  • One paragraph explaining why this scholarship is important to you.
Renewing Criteria:

Scholarship is not renewable, but students may reapply the following year.

Deadline: November 1.  Application · Recommendation · Questions?
KEVIN KAST FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP
Number of Potential Recipients: One.
Value:
  • Cost of tuition, fees and/or books, not to exceed $500.
  • Funds are awarded to student's account.
Criteria:
  • Cumulative 2.50 GPA.
  • Enrolled in at least 6 credit hours at St. Charles Community College.
Required Documents:
  • Completed application.
  • Most recent official transcript.
  • Two teacher or employer recommendations.
  • One-two paragraphs: "My College/Career Goal is . . . ?"
Renewing Criteria:

Scholarship is not renewable, but student may reapply.

Deadline: June 1.  Application · Recommendation · Questions?
MICHAEL THOMAS WILLIAMS SCHOLARSHIP
Number of Potential Recipients: One per year.
Value:
  • Up to $1,000 annually ($500 per semester) for tuition, fees, and books.
  • Funds are awarded to student's account.
Criteria:
  • SCC students who plan to transfer to a four year college or university.
  • Cumulative 1.5 or higher GPA.
  • Enrolled in at least 12 credit hours at St. Charles Community College.
Required Documents:
  • Completed application.
  • Most recent official transcripts.
  • One letter of recommendation required from a high school guidance counselor or teacher.
  • One page essay on "How I Plan to Earn My Bachelor's Degree."
Renewing Criteria:

Scholarship isrenewable for spring, and for two semesters the following year, if a GPA of 1.5 or better is maintained.

Deadline: June 1.  Application · Recommendation · Questions?
PICKETT, RAY & SILVER ENGINEERING SCHOLARSHIP
Number of Potential Recipients: One per semester.
Value:
  • Cost of tuition, fees and/or books, not to exceed $500 per semester.
  • Funds are awarded to student's account.
Criteria:
  • Cumulative 2.50 GPA.
  • Enrolled in and complete a minimum of 9 credit hours at St. Charles Community College each semester that the scholarship is awarded.
  • Up to 72 credit hours; students who have completed 72 credit hours are not eligible. (See application.)
Required Documents:
  • Completed application.
  • Most recent official transcript.
  • Two paragraph essay on "My College/Career Goal is . . ."
Renewing Criteria:

Scholarship is automatically renewed for one semester if a cumulative GPA of 2.50 is maintained, at least 9 credit hours have been completed, and the student is enrolled in a minimum of 9 credit hours for the renewing term at SCC.

Deadline: June 1 and November 1. Application (June 1) · Application (Nov. 1) · Questions?
SCC EMPLOYEE SPONSORED PROGRAM “RETURNING LEARNER” GENERAL SCHOLARSHIP
Number of Potential Recipients: Varies.
Value:
  • Up to $300 for tuition and fees.
  • Funds are awarded to student's account.
Criteria:
  • Must be a "returning learner."
  • Completed 6 credit hours at St. Charles Community College or other college prior to applying for this scholarship.
  • Cumulative 3.00 GPA.
Required Documents:
  • Completed application.
  • Most recent official college transcripts. (If you are requesting transcripts from SCC, ask the Registrar’s office to send your transcripts to Cassandra Samson in Financial Aid).
  • Letter of recommendation from a college faculty member to be sent to the Financial Aid Office in a sealed envelope. The letter must not be more than three months old.
  • 250-word essay about “My college goals are . . .” or “My career goals are . . . ."
Renewing Criteria:

Scholarship is renewable for one semester with a GPA of 3.0 or better.

Deadline: November 1. Application · Recommendation · Questions?
SCC EMPLOYEE SUPPORT COMMUNITY SERVICE SCHOLARSHIP
Number of Potential Recipients: Varies.
Value:
  • Tuition, fees, and/or books not to exceed $400.
  • Funds are awarded to student's account.
Criteria:
  • Employed in the area of community service/human services.
  • Enrolled in 3 credit hours at St. Charles Community College.
Required Documents:
  • Completed application.
  • Most recent official transcript.
  • Two teacher or employer recommendations.
  • One-two paragraphs: "My College/Career Goal is . . .?"
Renewing Criteria:

Scholarship is automatically renewed for one additional semester if a cumulative 2.50 GPA is maintained.

Deadline: June 1. Application · Recommendation · Questions?
ST. CHARLES ROTARY SCHOLARSHIP
Number of Potential Recipients: Varies.
Value:
  • Varies, depending upon availability of funds.
  • Funds are awarded to student's account.
Criteria:
  • Full-time enrollment at St. Charles Community College.
  • Top 60% or higher in class ranking.
  • Cumulative 3.00 GPA.
Required Documents:
  • Completed application.
  • Most recent official transcript.
  • Three letters of recommendation. Recommendations must be recent, within three months of deadline.
  • One page essay on "My Life Goals."
Renewing Criteria:

Scholarship is renewable. Please see application for information.

Deadline: June 1.  Application · Recommendation · Questions?
ST. PETERS ROTARY SCHOLARSHIP - NONTRADITIONAL
Number of Potential Recipients: Varies.
Value:
  • $500 ($250 per semester).
  • Funds are awarded to student's account, pending availability.
Criteria:
  • St. Charles County Missouri resident.
  • Enrolled at St. Charles Community College
  • Financial need.
Required Documents:
  • Completed application.
  • Most recent official transcript.
  • One-two page, hand-written essay titled, "How I Plan to Serve my Community"
  • Three letters of recommendation. Recommendations must be recent, within three months of deadline. See Financial Assistance Office for recommendation form.
Renewing Criteria:

Scholarship is renewable. Please see application for information.

Deadline: June 1.  Application · Recommendation · Questions?
ST. PETERS ROTARY SCHOLARSHIP - TRADITIONAL
Number of Potential Recipients: One per year.
Value:
  • $500 ($250 per semester).
  • Funds are awarded to student's account, pending availabilty.
Criteria:
  • Cumulative 3.00 GPA.
  • St. Charles County Missouri resident.
  • Enrolled at St. Charles Community College.
  • Financial need.
Required Documents:
  • Completed application.
  • Most recent official transcript.
  • Three letters of recommendation. Recommendations must be recent, within three months of deadline. See Financial Assistance Office for recommendation form.
  • One-two page, hand-written essay "How I Plan to Serve my Community."
Renewing Criteria:

Scholarship is renewable. Please see application for information.

Deadline: June 1.  Application · Recommendation · Questions?
TOM J. AND GAIL J. SLATER BUSINESS SCHOLARSHIP
Number of Potential Recipients: One per year.
Value:
  • $500 for tuition, fees, and books.
  • Funds are awarded to student's account.
Criteria:
  • Cumulative 3.00 GPA.
  • Majoring in Business.
Required Documents:
  • Completed application.
  • Most recent official transcripts.
  • Two letters of recommendation are required from teachers or employers.
  • One page statement on "My Future Career Plans."
Renewing Criteria:

Scholarship is not renewable, but student may reapply.

Deadline: June 1.  Application · Recommendation · Questions?

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