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Scholarships (55)
Ambassador Scholarship
Ambassador Scholarships assist selected students with in-state tuition who are willing to work as representatives of the College. These scholarships are available to high school seniors graduating in 2025. The application period is from October 1st to March 1st of each year.
Minimum Requirements:
*Meeting minimum requirements for scholarship does not guarantee an award.
Minimum Requirements:
- High School Senior Scholarship Application submitted by March 1st deadline
- U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident
- Minimum 3.0 high school GPA
- Club/organization participation and extracurricular activities
- Essay (500 word maximum) expressing how life experiences have contributed to the applicant’s preparation to become a GSCC Ambassador
- Letter of recommendation (Teacher, Counselor, Coach ect...)
- Current resume
- Interview with the Ambassador Selection Committee
- 7 credit hours Fall/Spring of student's first year (full-time enrollment required)
- 13 credit hours Fall/Spring of student's second year (if student maintains 3.0 GPA and exhibits exceptional service to GSCC)
*Meeting minimum requirements for scholarship does not guarantee an award.
Benjamin Steinberg Scholarship
Scholarship Description – The Gadsden State Cardinal Foundation Benjamin Steinberg Scholarship Fund offers a $500.00 scholarship annually to assist students with tuition, books, and fees affiliated with courses taken at Gadsden State Community College in the Nursing Program for the Fall semester.
Scholarship Policies and Criteria – Scholarship recipients will be determined by the Gadsden State Scholarship Committee and the Cardinal Foundation Scholarship Committee. Scholarship(s) will be awarded based on the following criteria:
Scholarship Policies and Criteria – Scholarship recipients will be determined by the Gadsden State Scholarship Committee and the Cardinal Foundation Scholarship Committee. Scholarship(s) will be awarded based on the following criteria:
- Meet all entry requirements for the College and the Nursing Program
- Be accepted into the GSCC R.N. Program
- Demonstrate financial need
- Minimum Grade Point Average of 3.5
- Resident of Etowah County
Bingo Scholarship
Bingo Scholarships are awarded to Etowah County residents. A minimum 2.5 GPA is required. Awards are based on available funds and are awarded for one term on a term-by-term basis. Students may apply for Bingo Scholarships more than once.
Boatwright (Barry) Scholarship
The Barry Boatwright Memorial Scholarship provides tuition for a second year student in a science-related major. Recommendation is made by the Science Department. Minimum 3.0 GPA is required.
Boys & Girls Clubs of Gadsden Etowah County Career Academy
Scholarship recipients will be selected by the Boys & Girls Club of Gadsden Etowah County Career Academy Scholarship committee. This committee will be organized by the Director of the Boys & Girls Club with approval from the Gadsden State Cardinal Foundation. Scholarship selection must include (but not limited to):
1. Students in good standing at the Boys & Girls Club of Gadsden Etowah County and within their school.
2. Demonstrated Financial Need
3. Minimum High School GPA of 2.5
4. Meet all entry requirements for Gadsden State Community College
1. Students in good standing at the Boys & Girls Club of Gadsden Etowah County and within their school.
2. Demonstrated Financial Need
3. Minimum High School GPA of 2.5
4. Meet all entry requirements for Gadsden State Community College
Buffalo Rock Donation Scholarship
This scholarship is awarded to a full-time student. A minimum 2.5 GPA is required. The scholarship can be applied for tuition, book, supplies or fees.
Buffalo Rock End. Scholarship
This scholarship is awarded for Fall and Spring semesters to a deserving student. A minimum 2.5 GPA is required.
Cardinal Foundation Past Presidents’ Honorary Scholarship
Scholarship Description – The purpose of the scholarship is to promote the education of deserving students attending Gadsden State Community College, full time and to honor the most recent Cardinal Foundation Past President, whose name will be added to this scholarship as the two-year cycle of Foundation Presidency dictates. It is the donor's intent to award one scholarship annually valued at one thousand ($1,000) per year to be awarded in the Fall semester with five hundred dollars ($500) to be disbursed for the Fall semester and five hundred dollars ($500) to be disbursed in the Spring semester.
Scholarship Policies and Criteria – Scholarship recipients will be determined by the Gadsden State Scholarship Committee and the Cardinal Foundation Scholarship Committee. Scholarship(s) will be awarded based on the following criteria:
Scholarship Policies and Criteria – Scholarship recipients will be determined by the Gadsden State Scholarship Committee and the Cardinal Foundation Scholarship Committee. Scholarship(s) will be awarded based on the following criteria:
- Must be enrolled at Gadsden State Community College and be in good standing.
- Must have and maintain a 3.0 GPA.
- Must demonstrate participation in Gadsden State activities, community, and leadership.
- Must submit a letter of recommendation from a Gadsden State Community College instructor or staff member.
Chad Hawkins Scholarship
Scholarship Description – This competitive scholarship will grant one $1000 scholarship in memory of Chad Hawkins, former Dean of Academics for Gadsden State Community College.
Scholarship Policies and Criteria – The student must meet the eligibility requirements outlined below:
Scholarship Policies and Criteria – The student must meet the eligibility requirements outlined below:
- Must be a full-time student that is a rising sophomore in good standing with the College with a minimum of a B average
- A U.S. citizen or Resident Alien
- Endorsed by a faculty member
- Must demonstrate financial need
- Nursing majors preferred; Math or Science majors can be considered
- Etowah and Dekalb County residents preferred; surrounding county residents can be considered
Culp Industries Endowment Scholarship
This scholarship is awarded to an employee or dependent of an individual who has been employed at Culp Industries for at least one year. A graduating high school student must have a minimum 2.5 GPA to apply and must maintain a 2.5 GPA to continue to receive this scholarship. Applicants must complete FAFSA to be considered.
Donation Scholarship
Donation Scholarships are awarded as funds are available. Priority consideration is given to students in their last term of attendance prior to graduation. A minimum 2.0 GPA is required.
Dual Enrollment Achievement Scholarship
Dual Enrollment Achievement Scholarships provides assistance to former dual enrollment students who have successfully completed 18 credit hours at Gadsden State. These scholarships are available to high school seniors graduating in 2025. The application period is from October 1st to March 1st of each year.
Minimum Requirements:
Scholarship Value:
*Meeting the minimum requirements for a scholarship does not guarantee an award.
Minimum Requirements:
- High School Senior Scholarship Application submitted by the March 1st deadline
- U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident
- A minimum 3.0 GSCC GPA required
- 18 or more successfully completed credit hours with GSCC as a dual enrollment student
Scholarship Value:
- $500 Fall/Spring of student's first year (full-time enrollment required)
- $500 Fall/Spring of student's second year (if a student maintains 3.0 GPA and full-time enrollment)
*Meeting the minimum requirements for a scholarship does not guarantee an award.
Ford Jamboree
Scholarship Description – The Gadsden State Cardinal Foundation Ford Jamboree Scholarship offers one $1,000.00 scholarship annually to assist graduates from a Cleburne County or Ranburne High School with tuition, books and fees affiliated with courses taken at Gadsden State Community College Ayers Campus. One scholarship will be awarded to a deserving student currently enrolled and pursuing a degree in a Workforce Development program.
Scholarship Policies and Criteria – Scholarship recipients will be determined by the Cardinal Foundation Scholarship Committee. Scholarship will be awarded based on the following criteria:
Scholarship Policies and Criteria – Scholarship recipients will be determined by the Cardinal Foundation Scholarship Committee. Scholarship will be awarded based on the following criteria:
- United States Citizen or Resident Alien
- Graduating high school seniors
- Current Overall Grade Point Average of 2.5 or Greater
- Major is Workforce Development (classes verified prior to funds awarded)
- Must demonstrate financial need
Funds to Finish Scholarship
This scholarship covers 3 credit hours. Students must have completed a general scholarship application. Students must have completed 12 credit hours minimum. 2.0 GPA required. Students may be full-time or part-time.
Gadsden State Community College Mascot "SWOOP"
This Scholarship provides tuition assistance for students who are selected to serve as the Gadsden State Mascot.
- Student will receive tuition up to 6 hours for Fall and Spring semesters (with possible 6 hours for Summer session) to provide “partial scholarship” status.
- Student will be a full-time Gadsden State student with at least 12 academic hours for Fall and Spring semesters.
- Student will be in and remain in good academic standing of at least a 2.5 cumulative GPA.
- Student will perform, entertain, and improvise as the costumed mascot Cardinal “Swoop” at college, community, special events and athletic events.
- Student will be a role model to other students at college, community, and athletic events and will not have any disciplinary actions related to student or mascot behavior.
- Student will represent the college as mascot in a dependable and responsible manner, which includes but is not limited to arriving at appearances prepared and on time.
- Student will represent the college as mascot with energy, enthusiasm, school spirit, and creative imagination.
- Student will have a completed Gadsden State scholarship application accompanied by appropriate transcripts on file.
- Student agrees to be available for up to 5 hours per week for appearances at college, community, and athletic events during the Fall and Spring semesters as approved by the Mascot Sponsors.
- Some travel will be required, and students must have a means of transportation to events.
- Student has the option of enrolling in a summer academic session, but the student will be expected to be available for appearances on a reduced schedule as approved by the supervisor.
- Student agrees to participate in training, practice, and preparation in accordance with direction from the supervisor or designated representative.
- Student agree to accept supervision from the designated representative at the college, community, and athletic events as assigned to that event.
Auditions are held by appointment only. Email lpatterson@gadsdenstate.edu to schedule an appointment.
- You may have a short interview with the judges. Be prepared to discuss why you want this position.
- You are expected to perform a spontaneous dance routine.
- You asked to try on the cardinal costume to respond to situations Swoop might encounter.
- Fall 2024 auditions will be held on Sept. 17 and Sept. 18 by appointment only.
GED Full Scholarship (Academic & Technical)
The GED Scholarship is awarded at the Fall and Spring GED graduation to the graduate with the highest GED test score. The scholarship covers up to 13 credit hours for the Fall and Spring semesters for up to two years. A minimum 2.5 GPA is required to maintain scholarship eligibility.
Gerald Acker Scholarship -Current Student
Scholarship Description – The Gadsden State Cardinal Foundation Gerald Acker Scholarship Fund offers two $2,000.00 scholarships annually to assist students with tuition, books and fees affiliated with courses taken at Gadsden State Community College in the Electrical Technology Program. One scholarship will be awarded to a deserving student currently enrolled and pursuing a degree in Electrical Technologies. The other scholarship will be awarded to a deserving first-year student applying to the Electrical Technologies Program.
Scholarship Policies and Criteria – Scholarship recipients will be determined by the Gadsden State Scholarship Committee, the Cardinal Foundation Scholarship Committee and the instructors of the Electrical Technologies program. Scholarship(s) will be awarded based on the following criteria:
Scholarship Policies and Criteria – Scholarship recipients will be determined by the Gadsden State Scholarship Committee, the Cardinal Foundation Scholarship Committee and the instructors of the Electrical Technologies program. Scholarship(s) will be awarded based on the following criteria:
- United States Citizen or Resident Alien
- Gadsden State student (includes graduating high school seniors)
- Current Overall Grade Point Average of 2.75 or Greater
- Intends to work in the Electrical Building or Construction Trades
- Financial Need
Gerald Acker Scholarship First- Time Freshman
Scholarship Description – The Gadsden State Cardinal Foundation Gerald Acker Scholarship Fund offers two $2,000.00 scholarships annually to assist students with tuition, books and fees affiliated with courses taken at Gadsden State Community College in the Electrical Technology Program. One scholarship will be awarded to a deserving student currently enrolled and pursuing a degree in Electrical Technologies. The other scholarship will be awarded to a deserving first-year student applying to the Electrical Technologies Program.
Scholarship Policies and Criteria – Scholarship recipients will be determined by the Gadsden State Scholarship Committee, the Cardinal Foundation Scholarship Committee and the instructors of the Electrical Technologies program. Scholarship(s) will be awarded based on the following criteria:
Scholarship Policies and Criteria – Scholarship recipients will be determined by the Gadsden State Scholarship Committee, the Cardinal Foundation Scholarship Committee and the instructors of the Electrical Technologies program. Scholarship(s) will be awarded based on the following criteria:
- United States Citizen or Resident Alien
- Gadsden State student (includes graduating high school seniors)
- Current Overall Grade Point Average of 2.75 or Greater
- Intends to work in the Electrical Building or Construction Trades
- Financial Need
GRIP Autocross Technical Scholarship
The purpose of the scholarship is to promote students in Career Technical Education to fund a student for one academic year (Fall and Spring semesters) in the amount of $3,500.
• The student must be a new or returning student to Gadsden State Community College.
• The student must be enrolled as a full-time student at Gadsden State Community College.
• The scholarship will be awarded to residents of the United States only.
• This scholarship will be awarded to a student enrolled in a Career Technical Education in one of the following programs: Auto Repair Service, Auto Body Repair, Welding Technology, Precision
Machining, or Mechanical Design Technology.
• The student must be a new or returning student to Gadsden State Community College.
• The student must be enrolled as a full-time student at Gadsden State Community College.
• The scholarship will be awarded to residents of the United States only.
• This scholarship will be awarded to a student enrolled in a Career Technical Education in one of the following programs: Auto Repair Service, Auto Body Repair, Welding Technology, Precision
Machining, or Mechanical Design Technology.
Haas Foundation Scholarship - Ayers
This scholarship is awarded to students recommended by the Precision Machining Department on the Ayers Campus who are currently enrolled in the Precision Machining program. This scholarship is funded by the Gene Haas Foundation Co. After completing the General Scholarship Application, please contact the Precision Machining Department for more information.
Haas Foundation Scholarship - Gadsden
This scholarship is awarded to students recommended by the Precision Machining Department on the Gadsden Campus who are currently enrolled in the Precision Machining program. This scholarship is funded by the Gene Haas Foundation Co. After completing the General Scholarship Application, please contact the Precision Machining Department for more information.
Health Sciences Scholarship - Admitted College Student
Health Sciences Scholarships are awarded to students who have declared a health sciences major. A minimum of 2.75 GPA required. Students who apply with undeclared or general major statuses are not eligible for consideration of Health Sciences Scholarships.
Health Sciences Scholarship - Graduating High School Senior
Health Sciences Scholarships assist selected students with in-state tuition who have declared a Health Sciences major. These scholarships are available to high school seniors graduating in 2025. The application period is from October 1st to March 1st of each year.
Minimum Requirements:
Scholarship Value:
*Meeting minimum requirements for scholarship does not guarantee an award.
Minimum Requirements:
- High School Senior Scholarship Application submitted by March 1st deadline
- U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident
- Declared Health Sciences major
Scholarship Value:
- 6 credit hours Fall/Spring of student's first year (full-time enrollment required)
- 6 credit hours Fall/Spring of student's second year (if student maintains 2.75 GPA, full-time enrollment, and Health Sciences major)
*Meeting minimum requirements for scholarship does not guarantee an award.
Honors Scholarship
Honors Scholarships assist selected students with in-state tuition who excelled academically throughout their high school careers. These scholarships are available to high school seniors graduating in 2025. The application period is from October 1st to March 1st of each year.
Minimum Requirements:
Scholarship Value:
*Meeting minimum requirements for scholarship does not guarantee an award.
Minimum Requirements:
- High School Senior Scholarship Application submitted by March 1st deadline
- U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident
- Minimum 3.25 high school GPA
- Minimum 22 composite ACT score (superscores not accepted)
- Statement of Interest (800 word maximum)
- Essay (800 word maximum)
Scholarship Value:
- 16 credit hours Fall/Spring of student's first year (full-time enrollment required)
- 16 credit hours Fall/Spring of student's second year (if student maintains 3.25 GPA and full-time enrollment)
*Meeting minimum requirements for scholarship does not guarantee an award.
Louis and Elaine Marsalis Scholarship for Gadsden State Community College, Cherokee Campus
Scholarship Description – The Louis and Elaine Marsalis Scholarship offers two $2500 Scholarships to students attending Cherokee Campus, with priority given to, first, residents of Centre, AL, and, second, residents of Cherokee County, and to students enrolled full-time with one of the following declared majors: science, technology, engineering, and/or mathematics or health sciences. Students with a declared major in art, humanities, psychiatry, psychology, sociology, undeclared, or general studies are not eligible.
Scholarship Policies and Criteria – Scholarship recipients will be determined by the Gadsden State Scholarship Committee and the Cardinal Foundation Scholarship Committee. Scholarship(s) will be awarded based on the following criteria:
Scholarship Policies and Criteria – Scholarship recipients will be determined by the Gadsden State Scholarship Committee and the Cardinal Foundation Scholarship Committee. Scholarship(s) will be awarded based on the following criteria:
- Must have and maintain a 3.0 GPA
- Must be a US Citizen Only (No resident)
- Must be under 30 years of age
- Current students and entering freshmen are eligible
- Must be enrolled in Health Science or other specified STEM majors full-time at Cherokee Campus.
McCord (R & E) Scholarship
Rena and Edgar Mccord Scholarship provides partial tuition to a deserving student with first preference given to an education major, but could be awarded to another major depending upon student circumstances.
Michael Hatten Scholarship
This scholarship offers one $1,000 scholarship to assist students with tuition, books, and fees affiliated with courses taken in the Precision Machining at the Ayers Campus.
- Meet all entry requirements for the College or is a student in good standing with Gadsden State Community College
- Attending classes or will attend classes in Precision Machining at Ayers
- Demonstrate financial need
- Minimum GPA of 2.75 for all college courses
Michael Joe Wofford Memorial Scholarship
Scholarship Description – The purpose of the scholarship is to promote the education of deserving students attending Gadsden State Community College, full time who are pursuing their educational studies at Gadsden State Community College. It is the donor's intent to award at least one scholarship annually valued at least one thousand ($1,000) per year.
Scholarship Policies and Criteria – In order to qualify for the award, students must meet the following criteria:
Scholarship Policies and Criteria – In order to qualify for the award, students must meet the following criteria:
- The applicant must be an incoming freshman from Etowah County and have and maintained a 3.0 GPA to qualify and receive the award.
- The award may be given either on a merit or financial need basis.
- It is preferred, but not required , that the student be engaged in music through vocal or instruments (the student does NOT have to be majoring in music).
- The student must write a 250–500-word essay addressing the following topic, “The importance of music in my life.”
Neely Henry Lake Assoication (NHLA) Scholarship
This scholarship is designed for a student that will be involved in a field of study that corresponds with the objectives of the Neely Henry Lake Association. This is a $500 scholarship that will be awarded yearly.
Requirements
Requirements
- 3.0 GPA or higher
- Students need to be in the following field of study biology, environmental science, chemistry, pre-engineering, computer science etc.
- Scholarship recipient to be from either Etowah, Calhoun or St. Clair counties preferred.
- Student needs to have a financial need.
- Volunteer Hours - It would be beneficial if the scholarship recipient participates (or has participated) in community service involving some type of environmental stewardship activities. This could involve, but not be limited to, land and/or water cleanup, recycling, involvement with organizations that sponsor or promote environmental stewardship (e.g. environmental clubs or organizations) etc. (We do not have a specific time/hour’s requirement. However, the more time they have participated in these types of activities the better.)
Nolen (Jim) Scholarship
The Jim Nolen Scholarship is awarded to a current year graduating high school student with a “B” average who demonstrates financial need, enrolls in a technical program, and is involved in community activities. The recipient must maintain a minimum 3.0 GPA.
Opportunity Scholarship
The Opportunity scholarship is awarded to students with financial need as set forth in the State Board guidelines. Applicants must complete a FAFSA to verify financial eligibility. A minimum 2.5 GPA is required.
Pentecost (Nan) Scholarship
This scholarship was established by Eric Pentecost in honor of his wife, Nan. This scholarship provides partial tuition assistance for a second-year nursing student. The recipient is recommended by the Nursing Department and approved by the Scholarship Committee.
Poultry Science Scholarship
Students in the 2+2 Poultry Science Program have the opportunity to work in an industry that generates more than $3.1 billion each year in Alabama and accounts for more than 65 percent of the state’s annual farming revenues.
While at Gadsden State, students enrolled in the partnership program will complete their core curriculum as well as an introductory agriculture class that is streamed live from the campus of Auburn University. Scholarship awards in the amount of 15 credit hours are currently available. Scholarship evaluation criteria includes:
- Intention to transfer to Auburn University and major in Poultry Science
- Description of educational and career goals (no more than 250 words)
- GPA of 2.5 or greater
Presidential Scholarship
Presidential Scholarships assist selected students with in-state tuition who excelled academically throughout their high school careers. These scholarships are available to high school seniors graduating in 2025. The application period is from October 1st to March 1st of each year.
Minimum Requirements:
Scholarship Value:
*Meeting the minimum requirements for a scholarship does not guarantee an award.
Minimum Requirements:
- High School Senior Scholarship Application submitted by March 1st deadline
- U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident
- Minimum 3.25 high school GPA
- Minimum 22 composite ACT score (superscores not accepted)
- Letter of Recommendation (Teacher, Counselor, Coach ect...)
- Essay (900 words minimum)
- Resume
Scholarship Value:
- 18 credit hours Fall/Spring of student's first year (full-time enrollment required)
- 18 credit hours Fall/Spring of student's second year (if the student maintains a 3.25 GPA and full-time enrollment)
*Meeting the minimum requirements for a scholarship does not guarantee an award.
Sanders/Burgard Endowment Scholarship
These scholarships were established by Gadsden physician E. Max Sanders, M.D., and Martha Burgard Sanders. It covers tuition and books for students. Consideration will be given to students with financial need.
SGA Scholarship
This scholarship provides tuition assistance for the elected officers of the Student Government Association.
The Student Government Association (SGA), a body of student representatives and officers, is the coordinating body for student activities and special events approved by the College. Its purposes are to foster interest and involvement in all aspects of college citizenship, to encourage involvement in important decisions affecting students, and to afford students opportunities for leadership development.
Criteria:
Responsibilities:
The Student Government Association (SGA), a body of student representatives and officers, is the coordinating body for student activities and special events approved by the College. Its purposes are to foster interest and involvement in all aspects of college citizenship, to encourage involvement in important decisions affecting students, and to afford students opportunities for leadership development.
Criteria:
- Be a student in good standing with the college.
- Maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0.
- Be elected by popular vote of the student body. (If only one student per category qualifies, no vote will be held.)
- Have participated in two SGA events or more prior to running for office.
- Students must demonstrate leadership in SGA or in other organizations at the college.
- Students will be role models to other students across the college.
Responsibilities:
- Serve as executive officer of SGA
- Preside over all meetings of SGA or designate someone to serve
- Work closely with the Coordinator of Student Activities in planning and scheduling of events
- Assist in the development of the student calendar published by SGA
- Serve as student representative on college-wide committees and/or designate student representatives to serve
- Promote all SGA appointed and elected positions for SGA and college-wide committees
SGA President and recipient of a tuition and fee scholarship for up to six hours for Fall and Spring semesters.
SGA Vice-President on the Ayers Campus and recipient of a tuition and fee scholarship for up to six hours for Fall and Spring semesters
SGA Secretary and recipient of a tuition and fee scholarship for up to five hours for Fall and Spring semesters
SGA Vice-President on the Ayers Campus and recipient of a tuition and fee scholarship for up to six hours for Fall and Spring semesters
SGA Secretary and recipient of a tuition and fee scholarship for up to five hours for Fall and Spring semesters
SPA Kathy Brown Memorial Scholarship
The purpose of the SPA Kathy Brown Memorial Scholarship is to promote the education of deserving students attending Gadsden State Community College, full-time who are pursuing the following area of study to earn a degree: 1. Office Administration
Criteria:
1. The award may be given to traditional or non-traditional age students entering the program first semester or to a current student who attended a high school, GED program or homeschool within Etowah County.
2. The applicant must have and maintain a 2.5 GPA to qualify and receive the award.
3. The award may be given either on a merit basis or financial need basis. 4. The award will be $500 for the Fall semester
Start Strong Scholarship
Start Strong Scholarships provide assistance to students who do not receive other institutional opportunities. These scholarships are available to high school seniors graduating in 2025. The application period is from October 1st to March 1st of each year.
Minimum Requirements:
Scholarship Value:
*This scholarship cannot be used in combination with any other institutional scholarship awards.
Minimum Requirements:
- High School Senior Scholarship Application submitted by March 1st deadline
- U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident
Scholarship Value:
- 6 credit hours Fall/Spring of student's first year (full-time enrollment required)
*This scholarship cannot be used in combination with any other institutional scholarship awards.
Start Strong Scholarship Extended
Start Strong Scholarships provide assistance to students who do not receive other institutional opportunities. These scholarships are available to high school seniors graduating in 2024. The application period is from November 1st to March 1st of each year.
Minimum Requirements:
Scholarship Value:
*This scholarship cannot be used in combination with any other institutional scholarship awards.
Minimum Requirements:
- High School Senior Scholarship Application submitted by March 1st deadline
- U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident
Scholarship Value:
- 6 credit hours Fall/Spring of student's first year (full-time enrollment required)
*This scholarship cannot be used in combination with any other institutional scholarship awards.
Swoop Sprint Scholarship – Ayers Campus
Scholarship Description – The Gadsden State Cardinal Foundation Swoop Sprint Scholarship Fund offers $1500 scholarships to assist students with tuition, books/tools, and fees.
Scholarship Policies and Criteria – Scholarship recipients will be determined by the Gadsden State Scholarship Committee and the Cardinal Foundation Scholarship Committee. Scholarship(s) will be awarded based on the following criteria:
Scholarship Policies and Criteria – Scholarship recipients will be determined by the Gadsden State Scholarship Committee and the Cardinal Foundation Scholarship Committee. Scholarship(s) will be awarded based on the following criteria:
- In good standing with Gadsden State Community College
- Currently enrolled at Gadsden State Community College
- Must be primarily attending the Ayers Campus of Gadsden State Community College
- Demonstrate financial need
- Nursing or pre-med majors are not eligible for this scholarship.
- Minimum GPA of 2.75 for all college courses
Swoop Sprint Scholarship – Cherokee, East Broad, & Wallace Drive Campuses
Scholarship Description – The Gadsden State Cardinal Foundation Swoop Sprint Scholarship Fund offers three $1500 scholarships to assist students with tuition, books/tools, and fees. Three scholarships will be offered: One Students enrolled at any Etowah County Campus (except nursing or pre-med majors), One Student enrolled in a Technical Program, and one Student enrolled at Gadsden State Cherokee for any semester.
Scholarship Policies and Criteria – Scholarship recipients will be determined by the Gadsden State Scholarship Committee and the Cardinal Foundation Scholarship Committee. Scholarship(s) will be awarded based on the following criteria:
Scholarship Policies and Criteria – Scholarship recipients will be determined by the Gadsden State Scholarship Committee and the Cardinal Foundation Scholarship Committee. Scholarship(s) will be awarded based on the following criteria:
- In good standing with Gadsden State Community College
- Currently enrolled at Gadsden State Community College
- Demonstrate financial need
- Minimum GPA of 2.75 for all college courses
Swoop Sprint Scholarship – Valley Street Campus
Scholarship Description – The Gadsden State Cardinal Foundation Swoop Sprint Scholarship Fund offers $1500 scholarships to assist students with tuition, books/tools, and fees.
Scholarship Policies and Criteria – Scholarship recipients will be determined by the Gadsden State Scholarship Committee and the Cardinal Foundation Scholarship Committee. Scholarship(s) will be awarded based on the following criteria:
Scholarship Policies and Criteria – Scholarship recipients will be determined by the Gadsden State Scholarship Committee and the Cardinal Foundation Scholarship Committee. Scholarship(s) will be awarded based on the following criteria:
- In good standing with Gadsden State Community College
- Currently enrolled at Gadsden State Community College
- Must be primarily attending the Valley Street Campus of Gadsden State Community College
- Demonstrate financial need
- Nursing or pre-med majors are not eligible for this scholarship.
- Minimum GPA of 2.75 for all college courses
Technical Scholarship - Graduating High School Senior
Technical Scholarships assist selected students with in-state tuition who are pursuing technical degrees or certificates. These scholarships are available to high school seniors graduating in 2025. The application period is from October 1st to March 1st of each year.
Minimum Requirements:
Scholarship Value for Full Technical Scholarship:
*Meeting minimum requirements for scholarship does not guarantee an award.
Minimum Requirements:
- High School Senior Scholarship Application submitted by March 1st deadline
- U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident
- Declared Technical major
Scholarship Value for Full Technical Scholarship:
- 13 credit hours Fall/Spring of student's first year (full-time enrollment required)
- 13 credit hours Fall/Spring of student's second year (if student maintains 2.5 GPA, full-time enrollment, and Technical major)
- $1010 Fall/Spring of student's first year (full-time enrollment required)
- $1010 Fall/Spring of student's second year (if student maintains 2.5 GPA, full-time enrollment, and Technical major)
*Meeting minimum requirements for scholarship does not guarantee an award.
Technical Scholarship (Full) - Admitted College Student
Technical Scholarships are awarded to students pursuing technical degrees or certificate programs. Students who apply with undeclared or general major statuses are not eligible for consideration of technical scholarships.
Technical Scholarship (Partial) - Admitted College Student
Technical Scholarships are awarded to students planning to pursue technical degrees or certificate programs. Students who apply with undeclared or general major statuses are not eligible for consideration of technical scholarships. Full or partial tuition
The Stephen and April LaFollette Scholarship
This scholarship is awarded to two students pursuing one of the following areas of study to earn a degree: Health Sciences or General Studies. This can be a first-time freshman or a current student who graduated from a high school in Calhoun County. Priority will be given to first generation college students. Remaining award will be given to a student who is registered for BIO 271 Human Gross Anatomy Pathophysiology.
Requirements:
1. Current Student or First-Time Freshman
2. GPA of 2.5 or greater
3. First Generation College Student
4. Degree listed is a Health Science major or General Studies
5. Registered for BIO 271 Human Gross Anatomy Pathophysiology
Requirements:
1. Current Student or First-Time Freshman
2. GPA of 2.5 or greater
3. First Generation College Student
4. Degree listed is a Health Science major or General Studies
5. Registered for BIO 271 Human Gross Anatomy Pathophysiology
Thomas (Nell) Scholarship
This scholarship is awarded annually to a second-year student with consideration given to a student with financial need. Recipients are selected by the Nursing Department.
Tim & Laura McCartney Career Technical Education Scholarship
Scholarship Description – The Gadsden State Cardinal Foundation Tim & Laura McCartney Career Technical Education Scholarship Fund offers three $1,500 scholarships annually to assist students with tuition, books and fees affiliated with approved technical programs pertaining to construction trades. The approved technical programs are as follows: Civil Engineering Technology (A.A.S. or Certificate), Drafting & Design Technology (A.A.S. or Certificate), Electrical Technology (A.A.S. or Certificate), Electronics Engineering, Industrial Electronics Specialization A.A.S., Industrial Automation (A.A.S. or Certificate), Mechanical Design Technology (A.A.S. or Certificate), Precision Machining (A.A.S. or Certificate), Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technology, Construction Technology, Welding Technology Certificate
Scholarship Policies and Criteria – The student must be pursuing one of the approved technical programs listed above. Further criteria for eligibility are as follows:
Scholarship Policies and Criteria – The student must be pursuing one of the approved technical programs listed above. Further criteria for eligibility are as follows:
- Applicant must be a resident of Etowah County, Alabama.
- Applicant must be a current senior or a graduate from a public or private high school in Etowah County. Current GSCC students meeting this requirement are eligible for the scholarship.
- Applicant must have a minimum high school GPA of 2.5.
- Financial need will be considered in the selection process.
Tyler Union Workforce Development Scholarships
• Scholarship Description – The purpose of the scholarship is to promote the education of deserving students attending Gadsden State Community College who attended a public or private high school in Calhoun County and are pursuing one of the following areas of study to earn an electrician degree (A.A.S.):
1. Electrical Technology Program
2. Engineering Design Technology
3. Industrial Automation Technology Program
4. Mechanical Design Technology
5. Mechatronics, Robotics & Automation
6. Precision Machining
• Scholarship Policies and Criteria – Scholarship recipients will be determined by the Cardinal Foundation Scholarship Committee. Scholarship(s) will be awarded based on the following criteria: Applicant attended a public or private high school in Calhoun County:
Applicant is entering one of the approved degree programs.
The applicant must have and maintain a 2.5 GPA to qualify and receive the award.
The award may be given either on a merit basis or financial need basis.
The award will be for $1,000 for Fall 2024 and $1,000 for Spring 2025 for two students. This scholarship will be renewable each academic year.
1. Electrical Technology Program
2. Engineering Design Technology
3. Industrial Automation Technology Program
4. Mechanical Design Technology
5. Mechatronics, Robotics & Automation
6. Precision Machining
• Scholarship Policies and Criteria – Scholarship recipients will be determined by the Cardinal Foundation Scholarship Committee. Scholarship(s) will be awarded based on the following criteria: Applicant attended a public or private high school in Calhoun County:
Applicant is entering one of the approved degree programs.
The applicant must have and maintain a 2.5 GPA to qualify and receive the award.
The award may be given either on a merit basis or financial need basis.
The award will be for $1,000 for Fall 2024 and $1,000 for Spring 2025 for two students. This scholarship will be renewable each academic year.
Tyler Union Workforce Electrical Technology Scholarship
Scholarship Description – The purpose of the Tyler Union Workforce Scholarship for Electricians is to promote the education of deserving students attending Gadsden State Community College, full time who are pursuing an electrical certificate.
- Electrical Technology Program
- Industrial Automation Technology Program.
- This award may be given to a traditional or non-traditional-age student entering the program in the first semester.
- The applicant must have and maintain a 2.5 GPA to qualify and receive the award.
- The award may be given either on a merit or financial need basis.
- The award will be for $2,000 for two students and is renewable for a second year.
Valley Street (HBCU) Academic Scholarship
Valley Street (HBCU) Scholarships assist selected students with tuition. These scholarships are available to high school seniors graduating in 2025. The application period is from October 1st to March 1st of each year.
Minimum Requirements:
Scholarship Value:
*Meeting minimum requirements for scholarship does not guarantee an award.
Minimum Requirements:
- High School Senior Scholarship Application submitted by March 1st deadline
- U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident
- Preference is given to a student who is enrolled at the Valley Street Campus.
Scholarship Value:
- $1010 Fall/Spring of student's first year (full-time enrollment required)
- $1010 Fall/Spring of student's second year (if student maintains 2.5 GPA and full-time enrollment)
*Meeting minimum requirements for scholarship does not guarantee an award.
Vanderford (Jim) Technical Scholarship
A student must be pursuing a technical degree or certificate. A minimum of 2.5 GPA. Recipients are recommended by the Technical scholarship committee.
Walker (Rubye) Scholarship
This fund provides both full- and partial-tuition scholarships to students based on need and/or academic achievement.
Whitaker (Riley & Marie) Scholarship
This memorial scholarship is awarded to a deserving graduating senior of Glencoe High School. Consideration is given based on academic record (minimum 2.5 GPA required), demonstrated financial need and faculty/leader recommendations. The recipient is recommended by Glencoe High School and approved by the Scholarship Committee.
William Thomas Dawson Family Scholarship
Scholarship Description – One recipient will receive an annual award based on fund agreement percentage.
Scholarship Policies and Criteria – Having met the criteria set forth below, this two-year scholarship shall be awarded to one student enrolled in a technical program and one student enrolled in either an academic or health sciences program. To be eligible the recipient must:
Scholarship Policies and Criteria – Having met the criteria set forth below, this two-year scholarship shall be awarded to one student enrolled in a technical program and one student enrolled in either an academic or health sciences program. To be eligible the recipient must:
- Be in good standing with the community college
- Registered as a full-time student
- Demonstrate financial need
- Maintain a minimum B average
- Must be a resident of Etowah County