Dollar General Tuition Scholarship Program
Dollar General is proud to offer a Tuition Scholarship Program to its employees to further their education and
help to achieve their career goals. This document provides an overview of the program’s eligibility
requirements and guidelines, in addition to the tuition scholarship application.
Program Overview
 Tuition scholarships up to $4,000 are available to qualifying employees per calendar year
 Scholarships can be applied towards either an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree program from colleges
and universities accredited from a nationally recognized institutional accrediting agency (Master’s,
Doctoral, and/or other technical/vocational programs not eligible)
Scholarship Funding Requirements
 Courses must be part of an approved degree program related to the business of Dollar General and/or
the applicant’s current career path with the company
 Scholarship dollars cannot be applied towards non-tuition related expenses such as books or other
school fees
 If a tuition scholarship application is approved, the employee must earn a final grade of “C” or better to
be eligible for scholarship funding; if the course is designated as “Pass/Fail,” the employee must earn a
“Pass” grade
 The employee must be an active employee at the conclusion of the course(s) to receive scholarship
funding
Application Eligibility Requirements
To be eligible to apply and participate in the Tuition Scholarship Program employees:
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Must be with Dollar General for one year of continuous service in active, full-time status
Must remain in good performance standing throughout the application and enrollment process
Must obtain manager approval of performance as part of the application process
Must have clear alignment between the employee’s educational ambitions and the organization’s needs
Must ensure the educational institution is accredited or have recognized professional accreditation for
specific courses to which the employee is enrolling
Application Review & Notification Process
 Applications can be submitted at any time and will be reviewed by the Tuition Scholarship Committee
each quarter
 If a tuition scholarship application is approved by the Committee, the employee will be notified of the
scholarship award amount to be funded, pending successful completion of the course(s) as defined
above
 Applications can be submitted via email to TSP@dollargeneral.com or via fax at (615) 855-5891,
Attn: Tuition Scholarship Program.
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DOLLAR GENERAL CORPORATION
TUITION SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION
TUITION SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION
APPLICANT INFORMATION
First Name:
Store #
Last Name:
Dist.#
Reg.#
EIN:
DC Location:
SSC Dept.:
Current address:
City:
State:
ZIP Code:
Email(optional):
Phone:
Hire Date:
Supervisor Name:
EDUCATION INFORMATION
Degree Program (Check one)
Associates
Bachelors
School Name:
Please check the planned area of study or major:
Business Management/Administration
Computer Science
Human Resources
Finance
Information Systems/Technology
Law
Logistics
Marketing
Merchandising
Other(please specify)____________________
Please attach the following documents, if applicable:
Copy of previous courses and grades (only required for those who have been granted scholarship
dollars in previous cycles).
By signing this application, I acknowledge that I have read the Tuition Scholarship Program policy and
guidelines. I have reviewed my scholarship application with my supervisor and obtained his/her
approval below. I acknowledge that it is my responsibility to understand the information contained in
the policy. I understand that failing to provide accurate information on the Tuition Scholarship
Application is a violation of Company policy and may lead to termination of my employment. If I have
questions about the policy, I understand that I should contact my Human Resources Representative.
Signature of applicant:
Date:
SUPERVISOR AUTHORIZATION
As this applicant’s supervisor, I certify that I have met with the employee to discuss the tuition
scholarship program. I support this employee’s application for the courses listed and their
anticipated degree program and planned course of study (based on their current position with
the company).
As this applicant’s supervisor, I certify that he/she is in good performance standing with the
company.
NOTE: If you cannot check both of the above, do not sign or send in this application.
Supervisor (print name):
Supervisor Signature:
Date:
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DOLLAR GENERAL CORPORATION
TUITION SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION
For Completion by Employee:
Dollar General is proud to offer the tuition scholarship program to eligible full-time employees to help in the
achievement of future career and professional development goals. Please take the time to share with the
scholarship review committee your personal career planning goals and how continuing education fits into those
objectives. Please provide thoughtful responses to the items below—your responses play a vital role in the
approval process, so please take this into consideration as you reply to each item. You may use as much
space as needed for your responses.
Name:
EID:
Why did you choose this course of study for your degree program?
How will this degree program benefit you in your current role with Dollar General?
What are your long term career goals with Dollar General? How will the pursuit of a degree
help you to achieve those goals?
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