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Scholarship Application for 2008-09
This application process contains several sections that must be completed:
  1. Complete general information about yourself and indicate that you have submitted to the Scholarship Office documents verifying GPA and Class Rank where required.
  2. Select the Scholarships for which you want to apply. (DO NOT SELECT ALL AVAILABLE)
  3. REQUIRED: Type or computer generate your essay. It should be one to two typed pages in length,
    double-spaced, using a 12 pitch font. Be sure to include your name and EMPLID/Student ID # on the top of each page. Also include your name in the filename (no spaces - example: John Doe's essay would be doejohn.doc) Submit scholarship essay file through email attachment (subject line should say ESSAY) to natalie.chambers@sw.edu . Topic: Why I Chose My Major or if undecided, Why I Have Not Yet Chosen My Major.
     
  4. Since some scholarships require signature verification, these are contained in a separate form.
    Download and submit a hard copy of the application for Scholarships requiring special information or signatures, if needed. DOWNLOADS: Adobe PDF version OR RTF version.

GENERAL INFORMATION SECTION

  1.  Last Name  First Name MI
     
  1. EMPLID or UserName 
     
  1. Address         
                        Rt./Box/St.                                Town/City                                                     State                       ZIP
     
  1. Home Telephone #   Alternate phone # Email:
                                                                                                                                            Work # or Cell #
     
  1. Area of Service Region in which you reside          

County                           State

  1. Year of Birth ONLY (no day or month please)
     
  1. Name of High School attended or presently attending
     
  1. Year of High School Graduation:  or year GED Received:
    (please submit a paper copy of your GED scores)
     
  1. Year in college for the 2008-2009 school year (if participated in dual enrollment but graduated High School this year then you are still considered a freshman)

  1.  If not a first-time college student, list colleges attended:

      Name            City              State           Credits Completed

       Name          City                State           Credits Completed

       Name          City                 State           Credits Completed

 

  1.  Did either one of your parents graduate from SVCC?            

 

  1.  What is your major or in what major do you plan to enroll? 

Name of Academic Program

 

  1. What are your occupational plans and career goals?

                                                       

  1. What is your anticipated SVCC graduation date? 

    Month / Year (ex. 08/2010)

     

  1.  Do you plan to transfer to a four-year college?            

 

  1.  Do you plan to apply for financial aid?                                                 

If not applying for financial aid, explain why you need this scholarship to assist you in attending college:

                             

  1.  List any special interests or hobbies you have:

 

  1. List all activities in which you have participated, the offices you have held, and any honors you have received in high school and after, being sure to include the year of honor or office.  *If you prefer, you may email a resume to Natalie.Chambers@sw.edu

 List and describe any community service related events you have participated in during high school and after.

  1. If you are in high school, please indicate the following:

Current High School Class Rank: Current Grade Point Average

Information you enter above must be verified in writing by your counselor. You may use the Southwest Scholarship Item Verification form (Adobe Acrobat) or (Rich Text Format) for this.

  1. If you are still attending high school, a transcript of your high school  grades is required to be submitted for consideration with this scholarship application, even if previously submitted to the SVCC Admissions Office.

    Please request that your high school transcript be submitted to:
    Dr. Natalie Chambers-Ramsey
    Southwest Virginia Community College
    PO Box SVCC
    Richlands, Virginia 24641-1101
    Office Telephone: 276.964.7292
     
  1.  If you are not a high school graduate, a copy of your GED scores or ability to benefit test must be submitted to:
    Dr. Natalie Chambers-Ramsey
    Southwest Virginia Community College
    PO Box SVCC
    Richlands, Virginia 24641-1101
    Office Telephone: 276.964.7292
     

Foundation & Institutional Scholarships

This section contains a list of all SVCC Foundation & Institutional Scholarships followed by the criteria necessary to apply. You may apply for all scholarships for which you qualify.  Unless otherwise indicated, applicants must have a minimum of a 3.0 GPA (B) and enroll as a full-time student (min. 12 credit hours). 

Please review the Criteria for each scholarship in the listing below.
While holding down the CTRL key select from the drop down box ONLY those for which you qualify.
Do not select all scholarships. Selecting all scholarships for application WILL DISQUALIFY YOU.

Scroll to the bottom of this page, read the disclaimer and choose SUBMIT to complete your application.

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SCHOLARSHIPS and CRITERIA FOR CONSIDERATION:

Ted W. Abolin Memorial Scholarship ( 2 one-year $1000 scholarships)

  • Awarded to a graduate of a Russell County High School

 

Adair Scholarships (one year $1000 scholarships)

Ø       Jane Vanture Adair, Elizabeth Adair Townsend and Anne Adair Smith

         ·    Awarded to a first or second year student

Ø       Jane Vanture Adair Nursing Scholarship

        ·    Awarded to a first or second year nursing student.

Ø       Milton Hunt, Alice Harman and Charlie T. Adair Scholarship

        ·    Awarded to a first or second year student

Joseph Allen Addison Memorial Scholarship (one year $500 scholarship)

  • Awarded to a Richlands High School graduate
  • Student must be enrolled in the Computer Science program

 

AIMS Higher Scholarships (amount varies contingent upon funding)

  • Awarded to current area high school seniors who are recognized as AIMS Scholars during their senior year

Mark Armstrong Memorial Scholarship (one year $500 scholarship)

  • Awarded to second year student
  • Student must be in the Business Curriculum

Art & Soul Scholarship (one year $250 scholarship)

  • Awarded to an Art Student

 

George F. Barnes Family Scholarship (one year $3000 scholarship)

  • Awarded to a Tazewell High School graduate

 

Barnes & Noble/SVCC Bookstore Scholarship (one year $1000 scholarship)

  • Awarded to a first or second year student

 Dr. Robert F. Baxter Memorial Scholarship (3 two-year $1000 per year scholarships)

  • Awarded to residents of Buchanan County and/or graduates of Buchanan county high schools
  • Must have been accepted into the Nursing or Allied Health Program at SVCC
  • Must have applied for Federal Assistance to determine level of need
  • Recipients will be eligible for a second year scholarship if they maintain a 2.5 GPA

BB&T Scholarship (one year $1000 scholarship)

  • Awarded to a graduating high school senior enrolled in a Business curriculum

 

Bobby L. Beaver Machine Tool Operations Scholarship (one year $250 scholarship)

  • Awarded to a student in the Machine Tool Operations Program

 

Jeffery Michael Beinhorn Memorial Scholarship (3 one-year $1500 scholarships)

·          Awarded to first or second year student

·          Awarded to graduate of Buchanan County High School

Sam and Ruth M. Beinhorn Memorial Scholarship (3 one-year $1000 scholarships)

  • Awarded to a first or second year student
  • Priority given to a graduate of a Buchanan County high school

 

Blankenship/Justice Scholarships (numbers and amounts awarded will vary.)

  • Awarded to graduates from all SVCC service region who are:

o         A child or dependent of a living or deceased coal miner or

o         A disabled coal miner or

o         A student seeking a degree in a field related to the promotion of mine safety and  health

  • Separate application required – contact your high school counselor or the SVCC Financial Aid Office

 

Doug and Ginger Branton Family Scholarship (one year $500 scholarship)

  • Awarded to a first or second year student

Jack and Juanita Britts Scholarship (one year $1000 scholarship)

  • Awarded to a graduate of Richlands High School
     

Jenny Owen Brooks Memorial Scholarship (one year $200 scholarship)

  • Awarded to a first year student from Lebanon High School
Omer and Sadie Bunn Scholarship (one year $1000 scholarship)
  • Awarded to a Buchanan County resident

Georgia I. Busic Scholarship (one year $1500 scholarship)

  • Awarded to  a currently graduating Honaker High School senior

H. Paul Buskill Memorial Scholarship (two year $1000 scholarships)

  • Awarded to  a first or second year student

Cora Ennis Russell Buskill Memorial Scholarship (1 two-year $1000 per year scholarship)

  • Awarded to a graduate of Richlands High School

Dr. W. Gregory Capps Pre-Chiropractic Scholarship (one year $1000 tuition scholarship)

  • Awarded to first year student planning on a Chiropractic career
  • Based on High School grades, community service and school activities
 
Carter Machinery/Caterpillar Foundation Scholarships (5 one-year $1000 scholarships)
  • Awarded to students enrolled in Diesel Powered Equipment program

Katrina J. Cartmell Scholarship (one year $1500 scholarship)

  • Awarded to a currently graduating Honaker High School senior

Nancy del Castillo Scholarships (4 one-year $1000 scholarships)

  • Awarded to first year students

Grey Chaney Nursing Book Scholarship (one year $250 scholarship)

  • Awarded to a student in the Nursing program

 Clinch Valley Medical Center Memorial Scholarships (2 one-year $1000 scholarships)

  • Awarded to student in a Nursing or Allied Health Program (Radiology, Respiratory Care, Occupational Therapy Assistant)
CNX Gas Engineering Scholarships (2 one year $3000 per year scholarships)
  • Student must be enrolled in engineering program
  • Recipients may be eligible for a second year scholarship only if they maintain a 3.0 GPA

Harry and Mayola Cole Scholarship (one year $500 scholarship)

  • Awarded to Buchanan County student
  • Priority given  to Whitewood residents

The Commonwealth Legacy Scholarship Program (one year $3000 scholarship)

  • Awarded to a student attending college for the first time at a Virginia Community College
  • Selection based on merit
  • Student must have a history of academic excellence
  • Student must be willing to promote the community college education and the Commonwealth Legacy Scholarship Program
  • Student must be willing to mentor future scholars
  • Student must have a commitment to developing leadership potential
  • Student must be full-time, associate’s degree seeking, student with plans to graduate from a Virginia Community College
  • Student must make a time commitment to represent the Virginia Community College at designated activities/events to be determined
CONSOL Energy  Engineering Scholarships (5 one-year $1000 scholarships)
  • Student must be enrolled in the engineering or engineering technologies programs
  • Awarded to first or second year student

Stelio and Betty Corte Scholarship (4 one-year $1000 scholarships)

  • Awarded to first or second year student

 

Dr. John R. Cox Memorial Scholarship (one year $1000 scholarship)

  • Awarded to a student in a Business program

 
Frank S. Crawford Scholarship (one year $1000 scholarship)
  • Awarded to a student enrolled in either the Nursing program, an Allied Health program or Music program
  • Student must be a graduate of Richlands High School

Nancy Chaffin Cyphers Memorial Scholarship (one year $500 scholarship)

  • Awarded to a first or second year student
  • Student must be in a Humanities Curriculum
  • Student’s goal must be to become a teacher in Communications, English, Speech, or Theater

 

Credit Bureau of The Virginias Foundation Scholarships (5 one-year $1000 scholarships)

  • Awarded to a first or second year student
  • Student must be a resident of one of the following counties in VA: Bland, Giles, or Tazewell or one of the following WV counties: Greenbrier, McDowell, Mercer, Monroe, Summers, or Wyoming
  • Student must have GPA between  2.0(C) &  3.0(B)

Stuart Damron Memorial Scholarships (2 one-year $1000 scholarships)

  • Awarded to a student in the Automotive Technology or Diesel Program
  • Priority given to Dickenson County residents

Ralph B. and Carol R. Davis Scholarships (2 one-year $1000 scholarships)

  • Awarded to first or second year students

Earl E. and Dorothy Jackson Dellinger Scholarships (5 one-year $1000  scholarships)

  • Awarded to first or second year students
  • Priority given to Buchanan County residents

Percy V. and Eula B. Dennis Scholarship (one year $1000 scholarship)

  • Awarded to a student from Tazewell County
  • Recipient must demonstrate financial need

Doris McGee Duncan Scholarship (2 one-year $1500 scholarships)

  • Awarded to a first or second year student
  • Student must be graduate of Richlands High School
  • Student must be seeking a degree in elementary education

Don and Nancy Dunford Scholarship (one-year $1000 scholarship)

  • Awarded to a currently graduation Tazewell High School senior

Olney W. and Le Vada Edwards Memorial Scholarship (one year $1000 scholarship)

  • Awarded to a first or second year student
  • Student must be in the business curriculum
  • Student must be a graduate of Haysi, Clintwood, Ervinton, or Council High School

First Sentinel Bank Scholarships (2 one-year $500 scholarships)

  • Awarded to first year students

Richard and Sue Foil Scholarship (one year $750 scholarship)

  • Awarded to a second year student
  • Student must have shown achievement in their chosen major

Sue Gilmer Memorial Scholarship (one year $1000 scholarship)

  • Awarded to a first year student
  • Student must be from Russell County
  • Student must be entering a Nursing or Allied Health program (Radiology, Respiratory Care, Occupational Therapy Assistant)

 

Grundy Rotary Club Scholarships (2 one- year $1000 scholarships)

  • Awarded to a first year student
  • Student must be from Buchanan County

Grundy Women’s Club Scholarship (one year $1000 scholarship)

  • Awarded to a first year student
  • Student must be from Buchanan County

Phyllis Harrison Memorial Scholarship (one year $500 scholarship)

  • Awarded to a second year student
  • Student must be in Respiratory Care

Harrison-Wyatt Scholarships (4 one-year $1500 scholarships)

  • Awarded to students from Buchanan County

Eugene Hamilton and Billie Sue McConnell Hurst Business Scholarship  (one year $1000 scholarship)

  • Awarded to a graduate of Richlands High School
  • Student must be enrolled in the Business Administration program

Edward Joseph and State Keene Family Scholarship (one year $250 scholarship)

  • Priority given to SVCC student working for the SVCC tutoring program
  • Awarded in the Spring Semester

Dr. Charles R. and Mary King Endowed Scholarships (5 one-year $1000 scholarships)

  • Awarded to a first or second year student

John and Edna Lester Family Scholarships (4 one-year $1000 scholarships)

  • Awarded to a resident of Buchanan County

Harry V. Lindsey Business Development Scholarships (3 two-year $1000 per year scholarships)

  • Awarded to a first or second year student
  • Student must be enrolled in a Business curriculum

James R. Lindsey Business Development Scholarship (one year $1000 scholarship)

  • Awarded to first or second year student
  • Student must be enrolled in a Business curriculum

J. Franklin Long and Vernon C. Long Scholarship (2 one year $1200 scholarships)

  • Awarded to first year student

Lorraine Compton McGee Scholarships (2 one-year $1500 scholarships)

  • Awarded to graduates of Richlands High School
  • Student must be seeking a degree in Business Education

Marine Corps League-Southwest Virginia Detachment 980 Scholarship

In Memory of I. H. “Hank” Shrader (one year $500 scholarship)

  • Awarded to a first or second year student
  • Student must have a GPA between 2.0(C) & 3.0 (B)

Sam G. McCall Jr. Family Scholarships (20 one-year $1000 scholarships)

  • Awarded to first or second year students
  • Students must be from Buchanan or Tazewell County

Meridian Management Co., Inc. Scholarship (one-year $2000 scholarship)

  • Awarded to a first or second year student
  • Priority given to Meridian Management employees and/or family members

Donald C. Moore Memorial Scholarship (one year $300 scholarship)

  • Awarded to a first year student
  • Student must be from Russell County

Mountain Mission Scholarship (one year $500 scholarship)

  • Awarded to a graduate of Mountain Mission School

Music Program Scholarships  (to be awarded in consultation with Dr. Joseph Trivette; numbers and amounts of scholarships will vary based on funding)

Ø       Jane Vanture Adair Music Scholarship

        ·    Awarded to a student in the Music Program.

Ø       W. B. "Bill" Adams Jazz Scholarship

        ·    Awarded to a student in the Music Program.

Ø       Shirley B. Beaver Music Scholarship

         ·    Awarded to a Student in the Music Program

Ø       Thomas F. Blackwell Memorial Music Scholarship

        ·    Awarded to a student in the Music Program

Ø       Pavlina Dokovska Music Scholarship

               ·    Awarded to a student in the Music Program

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