We award more than $200,000 in scholarships every year. The process is simple, and every student should apply!
- 150 different scholarships available.
- Most students fit the criteria for at least 5-10 scholarships.
- Awards can be based on: where you live, your study program, community involvement, GPA, or financial need.
What You’ll Be Asked to Complete
Required Questions for All Applicants
Every applicant MUST answer these three brief questions. Responses must be between 100-500 words. If you need help, please contact the Reading and Writing Resource Center.
- What are your educational goals?
- What are your career goals?
- How will a scholarship help you achieve your goals?
This may include having to overcome a hardship, challenge, or disability in pursuit of your education.
Additional Information (for some scholarships)
Other scholarships require additional information which may include:
- Your CCCC transcript (All commencement and nursing scholarships require this document. It can be found on the Campus web system.)
- A completed FAFSA form
- One to three recommendations (If recommendations are not submitted by the deadline, your application will NOT be considered.)
- An additional essay
- Additional questions
Choosing Your Scholarship Category
This Is Where You Begin Your Application
Once you determine the category that describes you, click APPLY.
You will then answer a short set of qualifying questions.
Based on your answers, you will be shown a list of scholarships for which you are eligible.
Choose ONE of the three categories below:
Non-Commencement Scholarships
- Are you? — A new student to CCCC in the fall
- Or? — Currently taking classes at CCCC
- And? — Will be taking classes at CCCC next fall
Commencement Scholarships
- Are you? — Graduating with a degree
- Or? — Have completed a certificate course
- Or? —Transferring credits
- And? — Will be taking classes at another college or university in the fall
Project Forward Scholarships
- New or returning students
- Enrolled in vocational classes
- Taking classes in the Project Forward program at CCCC next fall