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or the GED equivalent. The award is based on leadership potential, community service, and commitment to Shelton State. Candidates are ranked based on the qualities listed above, academic performance, and an interview held on the Martin Campus. Candidates will be contacted via email to schedule interviews. Recipients must maintain an institutional GPA of 2.75 each term and be enrolled as full-time students to remain on scholarship. The award is valued at $5,852 and waives tuition only for 16 hours in the fall and spring and 12 hours in the summer. The student will be responsible for all fees. R.E.A.C.H Scholarships: R.E.A.C.H. stands for Resources in Education Achieving Change and Hope. First-time, new, or current SSCC students are eligible. The institutional or unweighted GPA must be greater than or equal to 2.50 after fall grades or the GED equivalent. The award is based on academic performance. Recipients must maintain a 2.50 institutional GPA each term to remain on scholarship. The award is valued at $3,192 ($1,596 per semester). The award waives tuition only for 12 hours for fall and 12 hours for spring (no summer award). The student will be responsible for all fees. Technical Scholarships: First-time, new, or current SSCC students are eligible. Candidates must submit a 300-word (maximum) essay on their educational goals. Institutional or unweighted GPA must be greater than or equal to 2.00 after fall 2020 grades or the GED equivalent. Recipients must maintain an institutional GPA of 2.0 each term to remain on scholarship. Recipients must enroll in courses required by the technical program of study. Awards are valued from $399 to $5,852 based on the number of credit hours awarded. The award waives tuition only. The student will be responsible for all fees.

SNEAD STATE COMMUNITY COLLEGE

Address: 102 Elder Street P.O. Box 734 Boaz, AL 35957 Phone: 256-593-5120 Email: finaid@snead.edu Website: www.snead.edu Students do not have to be eligible for federal aid in order to qualify for all scholarships; however, all scholarships require the completion of a FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid). Students are required to upload a confirmation page of a FAFSA submission as part of the online scholarship application. Complete the FAFSA at fafsa. ed.gov in early October. The school code for Snead State is 001038. In addition to submitting the online scholarship application, some

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scholarships require an audition or portfolio before a student is selected. Contact Dr. Hudson at barbara.hudson@snead.edu to schedule an audition for music/fine arts scholarships. Art portfolios need to be submitted to Dr. Hudson for consideration of Art scholarships. Only complete applications with all supporting documentation will be considered for awards. In addition to the scholarship application, a completed application for admission must also be on file with the college before the scholarship can be awarded. For more information, contact the Financial Aid Office at (256) 8404107 or finaid@snead.edu. Academic Achievement Scholarship: This scholarship is for high school seniors or recent high school graduates (within 1 year) who will be first time freshmen college students. Minimum eligibility requirements to be considered include a cumulative high school GPA of 90 or above (on a 100-point scale) or 3.7 or above (on a 4.0 scale). Applicants must submit the following to be considered: high school transcript, confirmation page that a FAFSA was submitted (do not have to be eligible for Pell), a resume’ demonstrating applicant’s school and community involvement, an essay describing the applicant’s educational and career goals, and two letters of recommendation (at least 1 of them from a teacher/counselor/principal at the high school). Ambassador Scholarship: The Snead State Student Ambassadors is a service organization that works with various departments to promote the image of the college and maintain relationships with former, current, and future students. The Ambassadors, a vital part of Snead State, assist with campus and community events including commencement and campus tours. The organization also serves to develop leadership abilities, to cultivate friendship, and to encourage participation in college-sponsored activities and community services projects. Applicants must submit the following to be considered: high school/college transcript, confirmation page that a FAFSA was submitted (do not have to be eligible for Pell to be considered), an essay describing the applicant’s educational and career goals, an essay discussing an accomplishment, event, or realization that sparked a personal growth and a new understanding of yourself and others, a resume’ that demonstrates school and community involvement, and two letters of recommendation (at least 1 of them from a teacher/counselor). Finalists will be interviewed by a panel to select the recipients. For more information, email Ambassador Sponsors Ms. Miranda Collier and Ms. Lindsey King at ambassadors@snead.edu. Art Scholarship: This scholarship is available for students interested in enrolling in art classes. It is awarded based on demonstrated artistic talent. Applicants must submit the following to be considered: transcripts, an essay describing the applicant’s educational and ca-

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.

reer goals, and a confirmation page that a FAFSA was submitted. Applicants must also contact Dr. Barbara Hudson at barbara.hudson@ snead.edu to submit an art portfolio for review. Aviation Scholarship: This scholarship is available for aviation majors (Airframe Technology or Power Plant Technology). Applicants must submit the following to be considered: transcripts, an essay describing the applicant’s educational and career goals, and a confirmation page that a FAFSA was submitted. For questions, students should contact Ms. Jovina Lowery at jovina.lowery@snead.edu. Business Scholarship: This scholarship is available for business majors (Applied Business, transfer Business, Accounting, Finance, Management, & Marketing). Applicants must submit the following to be considered: transcripts, an essay describing the applicant’s educational and career goals, and a confirmation page that a FAFSA was submitted. For questions, students should contact Mr. Vann Scott at vann.scott@snead.edu. Child Development Scholarship: This scholarship is available for Child Development/Early Childhood Education majors. Applicants must submit the following to be considered: transcripts, an essay describing the applicant’s educational and career goals, and a confirmation page that a FAFSA was submitted. For questions, students should contact Dr. Meredith Jackson at meredith.jackson@snead.edu. Choral/College Street Singers Scholarship: This scholarship is available for students interested in auditioning for the Snead State Choir or College Street Singers. It is awarded based on an audition. Applicants must submit the following to be considered: transcripts, an essay describing the applicant’s educational and career goals, and a confirmation page that a FAFSA was submitted. Applicants must also contact Dr. Barbara Hudson at barbara.hudson@snead.edu to schedule an audition. Computer Science Scholarship: This scholarship is available for computer science majors. Applicants must submit the following to be considered: transcripts, an essay describing the applicant’s educational and career goals, and a confirmation page that a FAFSA was submitted. For questions, students should contact Dr. Greg Randall at greg. randall@snead.edu. Foundation and Endowment Scholarships: Snead State Community College and the Snead State Foundation offer a variety of endowment scholarships in recognition of academic achievement, performance ability, and/or financial need. These funds are made available to Snead students by external donors. The criteria varies based upon donor stipulations. General Need-Based Scholarship: This scholarship is available

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for students who demonstrate a financial need as determined by the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid). Applicants must clearly articulate in their application the need for a scholarship and must submit the following supplemental documents to be considered: transcripts, an essay describing the applicant’s educational and career goals, and a confirmation page that a FAFSA was submitted. Guitar Scholarship: This scholarship is available for students interested in auditioning to be a guitar student in the Fine Arts Department. It is awarded based on an audition. Applicants must submit the following to be considered: transcripts, an essay describing the applicant’s educational and career goals, and a confirmation page that a FAFSA was submitted. Applicants must also contact Dr. Barbara Hudson at barbara.hudson@snead.edu to schedule an audition. Horticulture Scholarship: This scholarship is available for students interested in enrolling in horticultural classes. Recipients must provide assistance with the upkeep of the Snead State greenhouse. Applicants must submit the following to be considered: transcripts, an essay describing the applicant’s educational and career goals, and a confirmation page that a FAFSA was submitted. For questions, students should contact Dr. Tom Warren at thomas.warren@snead.edu. Industrial Systems Technology Scholarship: This scholarship is available for Industrial Systems Technology majors (includes Basic Electricity & Automation). Applicants must submit the following to be considered: transcripts, an essay describing the applicant’s educational and career goals, and a confirmation page that a FAFSA was submitted. For questions, students should contact Dr. Greg Randall at greg.randall@snead.edu. Jazz Band Scholarship: This scholarship is available for students interested in auditioning for the Jazz Band. It is awarded based on an audition. Applicants must submit the following to be considered: transcripts, an essay describing the applicant’s educational and career goals, and a confirmation page that a FAFSA was submitted. Applicants must also contact Mr. Mike McGee at mike.mcgee@snead.edu to schedule an audition. Music Service Scholarship: This scholarship is available for students interested in performing clerical and service-related duties for the Fine Arts Department. Recipients will assist the Jazz Band and College Street Singers as needed including, but not limited to, loading, unloading, and transporting instruments and other equipment. Applicants must submit the following to be considered: transcripts, an essay describing the applicant’s educational and career goals, and a confirmation page that a FAFSA was submitted (do not have to be eligible for Pell). Recipients will be selected by the Fine Arts Department faculty through a formal interview. For questions, applicants may con-

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. 146