Scholarships

A variety of scholarships are available, each based on different criteria: financial need, program of study or major, academic merit, leadership, diversity, first in family to attend college, personal perseverance and / or community service. The Career Services Center provides personalized assistance with the scholarship application process and researches scholarships specific to Seattle Central programs and student body. You will find scholarship notices from national, regional and local sources, including corporations, trade associations, community groups, and the SCCC Foundation.

Scholarships at Seattle Central Community College are made possible through the generosity of several individuals, corporations, and foundations. Each annual or endowed scholarship gift provides our students with the opportunity to achieve their educational goals. We gratefully acknowledge your support!

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When is the best time to apply for scholarships?
There are scholarship deadlines every month, so keep a folder of scholarship information and commit at least 2-5 days a month to searching for scholarships and filling out applications. Start searching for scholarships about a year before school begins as most scholarships award money for the beginning of Fall or summer quarter regardless if the application is due in October or June.
How many scholarships can I apply for?
As many as you qualify for. There is no limit on how many scholarships you can apply for or receive.
How can I get the applications for scholarships?
Many scholarship applications are now available online at the provider's website. Although for some scholarships you may need to write a letter to request an application. Always enclose a self-addressed, stamped envelope so the scholarship provider can mail you back the application.
What do scholarship applications usually require?
Most scholarships require an application form, a short essay about your goals or a specific topic, letters of recommendation from instructors or employers, and academic transcripts. Some scholarships require information such as financial statements (in order to assess financial need), a list of activities such as volunteer experience or work experience.
What scholarships are available in the Career Services Center?
The Career Services Center has information on national, regional and local scholarships that are not specific to Seattle Central Community College. Students can find scholarships based on many factors including, but not limited to, course of study, year in school, interests, ethnicity, volunteer experience, and grade point average. Seattle Central Community College's Foundation Office coordinates the scholarships specifically for Seattle Central students. The applications for these scholarships are available Winter quarter at various locations around the school, including the Career Services Center.

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