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• Boys State/Girls State Scholarship – 50 percent off tuition. MMI Foundation Scholarships: The Marion Military Institute Foundation offers scholarships to qualified students attending or planning to attend Marion Military Institute. Each scholarship has its own eligibility requirements, but awards are usually based on academic qualifications, leadership potential, community service, and financial need. ROTC Scholarships (ECP Program): If you meet the qualification requirements for acceptance into the Early Commissioning Program and have a high school GPA of 2.5 (on a 4.0 scale), then you qualify to compete for an Army Two-Year Scholarship worth more than $20,000 per year in total benefits. Substantial benefits paid by the Army can accrue to college-level ROTC cadets, benefits which can significantly reduce the cost of attending Marion Military Institute. The Army will pay Advanced ROTC (ECP) college cadets (those taking Military Science III or Military Science IV) a one-time uniform allowance of approximately $1,272. In addition, advanced course cadets are paid a subsistence allowance of $450 per month for Military Science III cadets and $500 per month for Military Science IV cadets for nine months of each academic year. Uniform allowances are paid by the Army directly to individual cadets about midway through the first year and midway through the second year. For further ROTC Scholarship information see our ROTC Scholarships page or email qturner@marionmilitary.edu To apply for Institutional or Foundation Scholarships, please visit: https://marionmilitary.awardspring.com/ Edited JLD 8/26/21; Fact Checked 9/2 (Taken directly from their website.)

NORTHEAST ALABAMA COMMUNITY COLLEGE

Address: 138 AL Hwy 35 Rainsville, AL 35986 Phone: 256-638-4418 or 256-228-6001 Website: https://www.nacc.edu/

Institutional Scholarships - High School Seniors Only:

Institutional Scholarships are offered to NACC applicants who are chosen by the College Scholarship Committee. Students must complete a Scholarship Application to qualify and be considered for these scholarships. Institutional scholarships are for graduating high school seniors only. Check the website for the deadline, which is usually in January. All NACC Institutional Scholarships are full-tuition one-year scholar-

Disclaimer: Scholarships types and award amounts are subject to change at any time at the discretion of the Institution awarding the scholarship. Please confirm the details of the scholarship prior to applying.

ships renewable for a 2nd year. Institutional scholarships are categorized below along with requirements to apply for each. Academic Scholarship: (Grade Average: 90) Full tuition (one year, renewable for second year) Individuals must apply online and must be a graduating high school senior to apply. The scholarship application deadline is typically in January and the specific deadline is announced annually. Individuals who wish to apply must create an account through the online scholarship portal by clicking on the “Apply Online” link above and completing the application process. Contact— Dean Sherie Grace ext. 2325 graces@nacc.edu Chorus Scholarship: (Grade Average: 75) Full tuition (one year, renewable for second year). Scholarship auditions for qualifying applicants are held in February. Notification of audition time will be sent to the high school counselor. Individuals must apply online and must be a graduating high school senior to apply. The scholarship application deadline is typically in January and the specific deadline is announced annually. Individuals who wish to apply must create an account through the online scholarship portal by clicking on the “Apply Online” link above and completing the application process. Contact — Sara Markham ext. 2215 email markhams@nacc.edu Theatre Scholarship: (Grade Average: 75) Full tuition (one year, renewable for second year). Applicants will audition on a date in Spring Semester (announced on application form, with instructions) in the Tom Bevill Lyceum. Individuals must apply online and must be a graduating high school senior to apply. The scholarship application deadline is typically in January and the specific deadline is announced annually. Individuals who wish to apply must create an account through the online scholarship portal by clicking on the “Apply Online” link above and completing the application process. Contact— Kayleigh Smith, Phone: Ext. 2318, email: smithk@nacc.edu Encore Scholarship: (Grade Average: 75) Full tuition (one year, renewable for second year). Scholarship auditions for qualifying applicants are held in February. Notification of audition time will be sent to the high school counselor. Individuals must apply online and must be a graduating high school senior to apply. The scholarship application deadline is typically in January and the specific deadline is announced annually. Individuals who wish to apply must create an account through the online scholarship portal by clicking on the “Apply Online” link above and completing the application process. Contact— Sara Markham ext. 2215 email markhams@nacc.edu Instrumental Ensemble Scholarship: (Grade Average: 75) Full tuition (one year, renewable for second year). Qualified applicants will audition on an announced date in Spring Semester. Notification of audition time will be sent to the high school counselor. Individuals

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must apply online and must be a graduating high school senior to apply. The scholarship application deadline is typically in January and the specific deadline is announced annually. Individuals who wish to apply must create an account through the online scholarship portal by clicking on the “Apply Online” link above and completing the application process. Contact — Stacey Morris ext. 2307 email morriss@nacc. edu Minority Scholarship: (Grade Average: 75) Full tuition (one year, renewable for second year). Individuals must apply online and must be a graduating high school senior to apply. The scholarship application deadline is typically in January and the specific deadline is announced annually. Individuals who wish to apply must create an account through the online scholarship portal by clicking on the “Apply Online” link above and completing the application process. Contact — Dean Sherie Grace ext. 2325 graces@nacc.edu Presidential Host Scholarship: (Grade Average: 85) Full tuition (one year, renewable for second year). Students serve as official hosts for NACC. Interview times will be assigned to students who meet the requirements. Notification of interview time will be sent to the high school counselor. Individuals must apply online and must be a graduating high school senior to apply. The scholarship application deadline is typically in January and the specific deadline is announced annually. Individuals who wish to apply must create an account through the online scholarship portal by clicking on the “Apply Online” link above and completing the application process. Contact — Andrea Okwu ext. 2258 okwua@nacc.edu Technical Division Scholarship: (Grade Average: 75) Full tuition (one year, renewable for second year). Designated for students who will enroll in career/technical (AAS) degree programs or certificate programs. Individuals must apply online and must be a graduating high school senior to apply. The scholarship application deadline is typically in January and the specific deadline is announced annually. Individuals who wish to apply must create an account through the online scholarship portal by clicking on the “Apply Online” link above and completing the application process. CONTACT— Seferina Valey ext. 2254 email valeys@nacc.edu Visual Arts Scholarship: (Grade Average: 75) Full tuition (one year, renewable for second year). Applicants must submit a digital portfolio of five to ten of their best artwork to be uploaded with their application on a date in Spring Semester (announced on application form). Individuals must apply online and must be a graduating high school senior to apply. The scholarship application deadline is typically in January and the specific deadline is announced annually. Individuals who wish to apply must create an account through the online scholarship portal by clicking on the “Apply Online” link above and completing the appli-

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cation process. Contact — Barbara Kilgore ext. 2303 email kilgoreb@ nacc.edu Under Alabama State Board of Education policy, the NACC President awards individual institutional scholarships on behalf of Northeast Alabama Community College upon the recommendation of the College Scholarship Committee.

Foundation Scholarships:

The Ashley Scott EMS Scholarship is provided by DeKalb Ambulance through the NACC Foundation. This scholarship is a one-time award of $2,500, and may be used for tuition, books and fees at NACC. The student must have financial need, must be an Emergency Medical Services major and must reside in DeKalb County. Individuals who wish to apply must create an account through the online scholarship portal by clicking on the “Apply Online” link above and completing the application process. For more information please contact Sherie Grace, Dean of Student Services at graces@nacc.edu phone ext 2325, office in room SC115. The Cecil B. Word Scholarship is a one-time $1,000 award at NACC. NACC students applying for this scholarship must have a GPA of 2.0 or higher and demonstrate a financial need. Individuals who wish to apply must create an account through the online scholarship portal by clicking on the “Apply Online” link above and completing the application process. For more information please contact Sherie Grace, Dean of Student Services at graces@nacc.edu phone ext 2325, office in room SC115. The DEQ (Business Leaders of Tomorrow) Scholarship offers $250.00 annually for tuition, fees and/or books for full time (DeKalb County resident) student obtaining sophomore status (30+ hours) at NACC with a minimum GPA of 3.0. The recipient must be majoring in the field of business. Individuals who wish to apply must create an account through the online scholarship portal by clicking on the “Apply Online” link above and completing the application process. For more information please contact Sherie Grace, Dean of Student Services at graces@nacc.edu phone ext 2325, office in room SC115. The David and Laura Henegar Scholarship is funded by Pete and Rachel Mehravari family in honor of Rachel’s grandparents. The scholarship offers $1,000.00 annually for tuition and/or books for students obtaining second year status in the Registered Nursing Program at NACC with a minimum GPA of 3.0. Individuals who wish to apply must create an account through the online scholarship portal by clicking on the “Apply Online” link above and completing the application process. For more information please contact Sherie Grace, Dean of Student Services at graces@nacc.edu phone ext 2325, office in room SC115.

Disclaimer: Scholarships types and award amounts are subject to change at any time at the discretion of the Institution awarding the scholarship. Please confirm the details of the scholarship prior to applying.

The Equus Caballus scholarship is funded by the faculty and staff of Northeast through payroll deduction. The scholarship offers $500 for tuition, books and/or fees for a student attending Northeast Alabama Community College with 30 or more semester hours at Northeast and a 3.0 GPA at Northeast. The student must be able to demonstrate financial need and must be pursuing a degree or certificate. Individuals who wish to apply must create an account through the online scholarship portal by clicking on the “Apply Online” link above and completing the application process. For more information please contact Sherie Grace, Dean of Student Services at graces@nacc.edu phone ext 2325, office in room SC115. The First State Bank Scholarship offers $500.00 for tuition and/ or books and must be used at NACC. The scholarship will be awarded to five NACC students (DeKalb, Jackson and Marshall county residents) that have obtained 30 hours at NACC with a minimum GPA of 2.0.Individuals who wish to apply must create an account through the online scholarship portal by clicking on the “Apply Online” link above and completing the application process. For more information please contact Sherie Grace, Dean of Student Services at graces@nacc.edu phone ext 2325, office in room SC115. The J. Howard Chandler Scholarship, the highest monetary scholarship offered at NACC, is funded by Mr. Chandler’s widow, Mrs. Linda Chandler. The scholarship offers up to $2,814.00 each semester for four semesters to pay for all tuition, books and supplies. High school seniors and first-year NACC students may apply if they have a 3.5 GPA and plan to major in a science, math, or engineering. Individuals who wish to apply must create an account through the online scholarship portal by clicking on the “Apply Online” link above and completing the application process. For more information please contact Sherie Grace, Dean of Student Services at graces@nacc.edu phone ext 2325, office in room SC115. The One Semester Returning Student Scholarship is for NACC students who have a 4.0 GPA. Students who receive the scholarship are required to enroll in a minimum of 12 semester hours. The scholarship is for one semester only. The scholarship is available each semester. Students must apply online. The scholarship application deadline for Fall is July 30, for Spring is December 1 and for Summer is May 1. Individuals who wish to apply must create an account through the online scholarship portal by clicking on the “Apply Online” link above and completing the application process. For more information please contact Sherie Grace, Dean of Student Services at graces@nacc.edu phone ext 2325, office in room SC115. The Ray E. Ashley Flying Fortress Scholarship will award $2,000 per semester for tuition and books to a student with a sincere interest in the fields of technology or pre-engineering, and they

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can have their GED. Individuals who wish to apply must create an account through the online scholarship portal by clicking on the “Apply Online” link above and completing the application process. For more information please contact Sherie Grace, Dean of Student Services at graces@nacc.edu phone ext 2325, office in room SC115. The Tom and Myra Kilgore Academic Scholarship of $1,000 will be given to two students obtaining sophomore status at NACC – a DeKalb County resident and a Jackson County resident. Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 3.5. Individuals who wish to apply must create an account through the online scholarship portal by clicking on the “Apply Online” link above and completing the application process. For more information please contact Sherie Grace, Dean of Student Services at graces@nacc.edu phone ext 2325, office in room SC115. The Vinnie Lance Hess Math Teacher Scholarship is $2,750 per semester for up to four semesters will be given to a student obtaining sophomore status at NACC who has a sincere long-term interest in teaching math at the secondary level. The scholarship may be used for tuition and books. Individuals who wish to apply must create an account through the online scholarship portal by clicking on the “Apply Online” link above and completing the application process. For more information please contact Sherie Grace, Dean of Student Services at graces@nacc.edu phone ext 2325, office in room SC115.

Private Scholarships:

Attention all students using private scholarships. You must complete a Scholarship Processing Form for each private scholarship you would like the Financial Aid Office to post to your student account. Please contact Mallory Woodall (Ext. 2344) if you have any questions. Matthews-Harris Book Scholarship is a $600 scholarship for current NACC students with a 4.0 GPA. The scholarship is available each semester. Students must apply online. The scholarship application deadline for Fall is July 30, for Spring is December 1 and for Summer is May 1. Individuals who wish to apply must create an account through the online scholarship portal by clicking on the “Apply Online” link above and completing the application process. For more information please contact graces@nacc.edu phone ext 2325, office in room SC115. Redstone Federal Credit Union recognizes, rewards and supports its members by awarding scholarships to dedicated student members. To apply for this scholarship, members must be a primary account holder, a member in good standing, pursuing an associate’s or bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university and may not be a current Redstone Federal Credit Union employee, elected member of the Board of Directors or Redstone volunteer committee. Students must apply for the scholarship through RFCU’s Scholarship Portal

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using the following link: https://redfcu.academicworks.com/. Please email rfcuscholarships@redfcu.org with any questions regarding this scholarship. The Progressive Women Scholarship is awarded to female students with demonstrated need and a sincere concern for issues that affect women and families. The scholarship recipient must reside in DeKalb, Jackson or Marshall County. For more information please contact Sherie Grace, Dean of Student Services at graces@nacc.edu phone ext 2325, office SC115. Workforce Investment Opportunity Act (WIOA) provides funding to students who meet specific criteria and are enrolled in selected career technical programs. To determine eligibility students should visit the local Career Center: Fort Payne 256-845-2900, Scottsboro 256-672-6030, and Albertville 256-878-3031. If you have questions please contact Mallory Woodall at woodallm@nacc.edu, phone ext. 2344. The Trade Readjustment Act (TRA) program helps workers who have lost their jobs as a result of foreign trade. To determine eligibility students should visit the local Career Center: Fort Payne 256845-2900, Scottsboro 256-672-6030, and Albertville 256-878-3031. If you have questions please contact Mallory Woodall at woodallm@ nacc.edu, phone ext. 2344. Leadership in Child Care (LICC) Scholarships are available for those interested in the Child Care field. Students can obtain an application and learn more at https://www.accs.edu/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/Leadership-In-Child-Care-Scholarship-Brochure.pdf. The Alabama Home Builders Foundation Scholarship was founded in 1995 with a mission to help fund deserving students who are interested in pursuing an education in the residential building trades in the state of Alabama. Students can obtain an application and learn more information at https://ahbfoundation.org/scholarship/. The Senior Adult Scholarship Program automatically waives tuition (though not other fees) for college-credit courses for any student 60 years of age or older who is admitted to the college and to a program of study, when space is available.

Farmers Telecommunications Cooperative Scholarship Pro-

gram will award one scholarship to a high school student and one to student already enrolled in college. Students can obtain more information about the scholarship at http://farmerstel.com/scholarships/. Achieve Alabama helps connect students throughout the State of Alabama with the college and scholarship opportunities that best fit the students’ needs. Achieve Alabama was created by C.A.M.P. (College Admissions Made Possible) in partnership with the Rotaract Club

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