FOUNDATION GENERAL and FOUNDATION DEPARTMENT SCHOLARSHIPS Funded by the Board of Directors of the CCC Foundation [1] 50 scholarship awards at $1,000 each ON-LINE application now available: www.4cd.net/scholarships. NOTE: before you begin your application, have your essays saved on disk or in another file.  These applications cannot be saved, and will not be submitted if incomplete.  You may cut/paste or insert your essay(s) into the appropriate box provided. General Criteria for Foundation scholarships: ü    Must be continuing at Contra Costa College or transferring to a four-year college/university ü    Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above ü    Completed 24 units OR 50% of your vocational program ü    Have an educational plan on file ü    Preference to students with a declared major Foundation General Scholarship Essay Question: Describe your educational and career goals Departments who are offering a scholarship have listed their additional criteria and materials”.  Please see the reverse for a complete list. You may only apply to 1 dept, but can apply for both a General and Department, and additional Honorary/Memorial Scholarships! HONORARY / MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIPS Created by former faculty, staff, and students or their respective families and by community members & organizations in recognition of individuals who made significant contributions to the college or the community in general. Each scholarship has its own designated criteria and amounts as set by those who established the scholarship. Please refer to flyer for details on the essay question(s), required materials, AND criteria. There is no limit to the number of Honorary/Memorial Scholarships you apply for, however, you must meet the minimum criteria as stated on the flyer. REMINDER: You can apply for BOTH Foundation Scholarships (General and 1 Department) AND multiple HONORARY /MEMORIAL Scholarships through the same application!! www.4cd.net/scholarships* * applications cannot be saved!! *Have your essays saved on disk or in another file, and cut/paste or insert your document! California Chafee Foster Youth Grant Program 2007-2008 Application Availability     DEPARTMENT CRITERIA (in addition to meeting General Eligibility Requirements) Academic Skills o      Successfully completed at least one of the following courses in Academic Skills Dept: English 92, English 110A, English 139, English 142A, Math 101, Math 101C, Math 115, or Math 115C; o      Written statement of 350 words or less, listing course(s) taken in Academic Skills Dept, explaining how the courses helped you, and why you deserve the department s scholarship. Administration of Justice o      Completed 9 units in Adjus o      Declared ADJUS Major o      Write a career plan including a timeline discussing your career choice and what you have done, or will do to prepare yourself for job placement. o      Applicants may be invited for an oral interview. Art o      In addition to the application, please submit a portfolio of your work. Athletics (Marshall-Teasley Award) o      Eligible to compete in sport; o      Be in good academic and athletic standing o      Not have been suspended in last year for any reason, o      Completed at least 3 semesters at CCC, unless transferring to a 4-year college as a freshman in good standing at CCC Biology o      Major in BioSci or related scientific field (pre-nursing, okay) o      Successfully completed 2 lab courses in CCC s BioSci dept o      1 page essay describing coursework taken in CCC s BioSci dept, what would be done with the $1000 award, and why you should be selected for this scholarship. Business (If you are not also applying for a Foundation General Scholarship) o      Short essay on your career and educational goals o      Submit an unofficial transcript Chemistry o      Strong performance in chemistry courses, with at least 2 chemistry courses completed (or anticipated for completion) by end of Sp05.  o      Submit a transcript of work, plus details of your Sp 05 Schedule o      Submit 1 letter of reference from a CCC Chemistry faculty member who taught a course in which you had been enrolled. o      A concise summary of relevant extra-curricular activities, such as work experience in science, tutoring, and other community service. o      A statement of future study plans and career goals. Culinary Arts o      Demonstrated active participation in department activities (e.g. Co-operative Education and 095 Catering Lab) o      Demonstrated through you efforts an above average professional and academic work ethic o      Essay on your career and educational goals that includes the following, What you envision to be your contribution to the food service industry within the next 5 years?” Early Childhood Development o      Essay: Describe ways that your dedication, skills and/or competence contributes to improving the quality of care in the field of early childhood education. o      List of work experience with young children (ages 2.5 to 5), paid/volunteer, for a minimum of 54 hrs. during an 18 week period. o      Submit 2 letters of recommendation (1 personal, 1 professional) Engineering o      Strong performance in Engineering, Physics, and Mathematics, w/ at least  1 Engineering course completed (or anticipated for completion) by end of Sp05. o      Include transcript of completed work, and details of Sp05 CCC Class Schedule o      Submit 1 letter of reference from a CCC Engineering or Physics faculty member who taught a course which you had been enrolled. o      Concise summary of your extra-curricular activities, such as work experience in science, tutoring, and other community service. o      A statement of your future study plans and career goals English o      Pursuing a degree in Composition, Literature, Creative Writing, or related field. o      Statement of career and educational goals. English as a Second Language o      Minimum GPA of 3.25 o      Completed at least 12 units in the ESL Department o      Currently enrolled in ESL Level 3 or higher o      Statement of your service to the college and/or community Journalism o      Minimum GPA of 3.2 o      Planning a career in a media field (newspaper, on-line, video, graphics, etc) o      Summary of your experience in your chosen field on the college newspaper, video courses, internships, etc. (A portfolio may be submitted in lieu of this statement) o      Essay: Challenges you face in your chosen field o      Preference to students who are transferring to a four year college/university. o      You are NOT eligible if you have won a Foundation Scholarship in the past. Library Studies o      Essay: Tell us how the Library Studies course affected your college research and/or approach to personal information needs.  Also tell us how the research skills you have learned will help you in the future. o      Must have taken a CCC Library Studies course earning at least a 1 unit of credit with at least a grade of B.  (Submit a copy of your transcript) o      Finalists may be invited for oral interviews with the Department Committee. Math o      Essay describing your financial need o      Major in a math-related discipline (Physics, Computer Science, Engineering, Statistics) o      Preference to re-entry student o      List of your community/volunteer service Music o      Participate in a performing ensemble both Fall 2005 and Spring 2006. Nursing o      Completed at least 2 semesters of the Nursing Program o      Be a continuing student in good standing in the Nursing Program o      Essay describing your career and educational goals o      Submit an unofficial transcript PACE OR Weekend College o      Currently enrolled as a PACE / Weekend College student o      Preference to Liberal Studies majors. o      Essay describing career and educational goals Real Estate o      Essay describing career and educational goals o      Preference to students who have declared a Real Estate major. o      Submit copy of your transcript. Philosophy o      Essay (approx. 1000 words): Our Nation s Response to Terrorism.   We want to explore the human condition at this moment in history and within the society of this country.  You can examine present values, attitudes, perspectives.  We want you to then look for the larger picture of insight and vision imagining the possibilities of a more ideal, or healthier, society.  With this vision in mind, see what practical suggestions you can make that would move us toward this better future.” Physics o      Completed at least 2 Physics courses from either Life Sciences or Engineering Physics series by Sp ‘05 o      Statement of your overall academic goals and how you plan to accomplish them o      Concise summary of relevant extracurricular activities, such as work experience in science, tutoring, and other community service. o      Be on course to transfer as a science major to a four-year college/university within one academic year. o      Excellent performance in Physics courses o      Submit 1 letter of reference from a full-time faculty member of the Physical Sciences Department. o      Submit a copy of your transcript. Social Science o      Major in Political Science o      Minimum GPA of 3.2 o      Completed at least 50% of required courses for the major at CCC o      Be transferring to a 4-year university by Fall 2005 o      List of your community service o      Essay describing your educational and career goals Speech o      Completed at least 1 Speech course at CCC, earning an A o      Competed on the Contra Costa College Speech Team for at least one semester o      Demonstrated leadership in the area of public speaking o      Answer the following short essay questions: o        How has the experience on the CCC Speech and Debate Team helped you in your academic life, career path and personal life? o        What leadership qualities do you have and how you are currently using them and how do you plan to use them in the future. o      What would you say to others about taking speech courses and getting involved in the speech program at CCC? o      What recommendations might you make to the current program at CCC? o      Why are you deserving of this scholarship.   Scholarship Name Eligibility Criteria Essay Description B. Wayne Daniels Scholarship Completed major in African Am Studies OR completed at least 5 courses in African Am Studies Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above Transferring to a 4-year college in Fall Strong sense of college/community involvement. Personal statement describing yourself and your future educational goals. *Submit 2 letters of recommendation: 1 from a recent college instructor, and 1 from someone (non-relative) who can comment on your prospect of achieving your educational goals. Barbara Olesen Scholarship Re-entry woman (out of school at least 5 years before coming to CCC U.S. Citizen GPA of 3.0 or above Plans and making progress to transferring to a 4-year college Full-time enrollment required Describe  your educational and career goals Bert Coffey Scholarship (Deadline: April 11, 2005) Complete education at CCC by Spring/Summer of 2005 Transferring to a California public university Major in an academic discipline Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above Community involvement Completed at least 12 units at CCC Submit an autobiography with some discussion about their future goals *Submit 3 letters of recommendation from reliable sources: a. Academic Accomplishments (Faculty) b. Community Involvement (Community Leader) c. Character (Personal Friend, non-relative) Brandon Schnurr Memorial Scholarship Entering OR continuing at CCC Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above Exemplify leadership skills *preference to students involved in athletic programs/grad from El Cerrito H.S. Describe your leadership and / or community service experience, and financial need. (no more than 2 pages, double-spaced) Carl Vincent Ansberry, Jr. Memorial Scholarship Liberal Arts major Transferring to a 4-year university Financial Need 2.5 GPA or above *preference to non-smoker Describe your experience of leadership and financial need.  (200-300 words) Charles W. and Thomas M. Lovy Memorial Scholarship Must be a member of the CCC Honor Society (Alpha Gamma Sigma) Transferring to any UC/Cal State Planning a major/career in Law or History Describe your career and educational goals Connie Hernandez Scholarship Be of Hispanic ancestry Maintain a 2.75 GPA Completed at least 12 units at CCC Be continuing at CCC or transferring to a 4-year college/university in FALL Permanent resident, U.S. citizen, and reside in the local area Demonstrated community involvement or active participation in campus activities. Typed autobiography / essay describing educational goals, Hispanic ancestry, and explaining why you should be considered for this scholarship. *Submit 2 letters of recommendation.  One by CCC faculty or counselor and one by an individual who can verify community or campus involvement/experience. *Submit an unofficial transcript of all completed coursework. Fred Tarp Scholarship Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above Completed at least 24 units or 50% of your vocational program Have an educational plan on file Declared a major Completed at least 2 courses in the BIO SCI NO essay required. *Submit an unofficial transcript highlighting BIO SCI lab courses needed to fulfill eligibility requirements for this scholarship.   GENERAL: Frank H. Buck Scholarships: No GPA requirement, but you must show strong motivation to succeed in all endeavors and demonstrated a commitment to self, family, and community. You must request an application from The Frank H. and Eva B. Buck Foundation. Email: scholarships@buckfoundation.org   The Sallie Mae Unmet Need Scholarship: The Sallie Mae Fund will provide $1 million in 2004 to help meet last dollar needs of low-income students through the Unmet Need Scholarship Program.  If selected as a recipient, you will receive an award ranging from $1,000 to $3,800.    The Sallie Mae Unmet Need Scholarship application is available online at www.salliemaefund.org. Deadline: Postmarked by May 31, 2005 to Scholarship America Major/Career: Students in the Nursing Program may apply for the following: a. www.choosenursing.com b. www.straightforwardmedia.com California Community Colleges: 2004-2005 Real Estate Endowment Fund Complete 6 units of Real Estate classes each semester funded Minimum GPA of 2.0 for all college courses Financial Need Meet income criteria DEADLINE: When funds are depleted or April 15th, whichever occurs first.   Association of Chinese Cooking Teachers (ACCT) 3 scholarships at $500 each Must be planning a career in the food service industry who will be enrolled in an accredited college/ university or culinary institution. DEADLINE: Postmark by March 1, 2005 to ACCT National Restaurant Association Educational Fund Academic Scholarship for Undergraduates $2,000 Min. 2.75 GPA Minimum of 750 hours of food service-related work experience Completed one semester in a related/foodservice related major Submit 3 letters of recommendation DEADLINE: November 19, 2004 and April 8, 2005 *apply on line at www.nraef.org or email scholars@nraef.org to request your application Ethnicity: The Sallie Mae Fund First in My Family Scholarship   The First in My Family Scholarship Program, administered by the Hispanic College Fund, Inc. offers scholarships to Hispanic students who are the first in their family to attend college.  Scholarships range from $500 to $5,000.   For complete list of criteria and details, visit website at www.hispaniccollegefund.org.   On-line applications only at www.hispaniccollegefund.org. Deadline to apply is April 15, 2005.   Hispanic Scholarship Fund: Community College Transfer Scholarship Program. Be of Hispanic heritage, U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident. Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA, have applied for financial aid, enrolled at least part-time at a community college, and plans to enroll FULL-TIME at a four-year college/university in the 2005-2006 academic year. Download a copy of the application at www.hsf.net. Deadline to submit application is February 1, 2005   Kennedy-King Memorial Scholarship Fund Be of African American, Latino, Native American, or Filipino descent, enrolled at DVC, LMC, or Contra Costa College, eligible to transfer to a four-year college/university with Junior standing no sooner than FALL 2005 or SPRING 2006,  and evidence of financial need. Application packet includes essay, financial statement, 3 letters of recommendation.  Deadline is March 18, 2005. >> Additional Information>> Women Talbots Women’s Scholarship Fund announces their annual scholarship. You must be a female student who graduated/completed GED before 1994, and will not receive degree or graduate before May 2005. Download your application from www.talbots.com and click on “about us” and view the scholarship opportunities. American Association of University Women, Walnut Creek Branch  Re-entry woman age 25 or more, Contra Costa County resident, U.S Citizen, financial need, GPA of 2.6 or above, and will enroll as a JUNIOR or SENIOR (at least 60 units) the next fall semester. Deadline to submit: March 1, 2005.  Applications available in H-31 Women’s Opportunity Award Female head of household, with primary financial responsibility for supporting your family, attending an undergraduate program, financial need, motivation to achieve your educational and career goals, resident of the U.S.Submit your application along with your 2 letters of recommendation and essay to  Laurie Laxa (H-31) by December 1, 2004.  Applications available in H-31!!! Additional scholarship information: Jimmy Cox Scholarship/Outreach SA building, room 31 510-235-7800, ext. 4594 (last modified 4-10-07 R. Polk)