THE
ATLANTA TECHNICAL COLLEGE
STUDENT SCHOLARSHIP
CRITERIA AND APPLICATION
SPONSORED BY
THE ATLANTA TECHNICAL COLLEGE FOUNDATION
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
AND
THE EMPLOYEES OF ATLANTA TECHNICAL COLLEGE
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ATLANTA TECHNICAL COLLEGE STUDENT SCHOLARSHIP FUND
Awarded: FALL SEMESTER
The purpose of the scholarship fund is to reward academic excellence and encourage
students to pursue technical education.
A total of five scholarships ($5,000) of $1,000 each will be awarded during the fall semester
of each year.
Students will have access to a $1,000 line of credit placed on their student account.
The
funds are to assist the student with tuition, fees, and/or books, tools, and program uniforms
that can be purchased at the ATC bookstore.
The Atlanta Technical College Foundation, a 501(c)(3) organization, administers the
scholarship fund.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
1. Applicants must be enrolled as a full-time (12 semester hours or more) student in a
credit program of study for at least one semester prior to making application for the
scholarship.
2. Applicants must possess a grade point average of 3.0 or higher (based on a fourpoint system).
3. Applicants must provide a copy of their banner web transcript and grade report from
the most current semester (Spring or Summer 2015).
The transcript must
also indicate that the student will be enrolled full time for the Fall 2015 semester
(semester of award).
4. Applicants must submit a typed, double-spaced, one-page essay on why they should
receive the scholarship and how it will aid them in completing their technical
education.
5. A recommendation form (included in application packet) must be completed by an
instructor in the applicant’s program of study. The instructor should be familiar with
the applicant’s academic achievement and work ethics. The form MUST be signed.
APPLICATION PROCESS
The availability of scholarship funding will be advertised during the Summer Semester.
Awards will be made during the Fall Semester of each year.
1. Students will be informed via the College’s website, announcements in classes, and
campus-wide televised communication system of the availability of the divisional
scholarships.
2. Completed applications will be submitted to the Office of the Institutional
Advancement by 3:00 p.m. on August 7, 2015.
3. Incomplete application packets will not be eligible for consideration. All applicants will
be contacted and informed of the status of their application via email.
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4. Students will have access to a $1,000 line of credit place on the student’s account.
The funds are to assist the student with tuition, fees, and/or books, tools, and program
uniforms that can be purchased at the ATC bookstore.
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ATLANTA TECHNICAL COLLEGE
ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIP FUND
Submit completed application to:
Office of Institutional Advancement
Atlanta Technical College Scholarship Fund
Section I - Personal Information - To be completed by student (Please Type or
Print Clearly)
Name ___________________________________________________________________
Student Identification Number
______________________________________________
Current Address___________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
Permanent Address (If Different) ______________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
Residency phone
___________________________________________________
Alternate contact phone _______________________________________________
E-mail Address _____________________________________________________
Please make sure you put your best email address as all applicants will be notified
via email of the outcome
Are you enrolled for at least 12 hours for the semester? __ Yes ___No
In which program of study are you enrolled? _____________________________
What is the length of your program?
__________ semesters
How many semesters have you completed? _______________________________
How many semesters do you have until completion of program of study? ________
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What is your anticipated graduation date?
___________________ 20______
Are you receiving financial aid? ________ Yes
receiving ________ HOPE
or __________ PELL?
or
________ No.
If yes, are you
Describe your participation in extracurricular or volunteer activities in the community.
_________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________
Attach a typed one-page essay (200 - 250 words, 12 or 14 pt font) on why you should be
considered for this scholarship. You may include information on why you have chosen your
program of study as your career goal, or background on your personal circumstances that is
relevant to the selection process.
I authorize the Registrar’s Office and the Office of Financial Aid to release
information to the Atlanta Technical College Foundation as needed to determine
my eligibility for the scholarship award.
___________________________________________________________
Signature
Date
APPLICATIONS ARE DUE TO THE OFFICE OF
ADVANCEMENT BY 3:00 P.M. ON AUGUST 7, 2015.
INSTITUTIONAL
INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS, OR THOSE RECEIVED AFTER THE
DEADLINE DATE, WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.
For further information or questions please contact
atcfoundation@atlantatech.edu.
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Atlanta Technical College Scholarship
Instructor Recommendation Form
(Please return in a sealed envelope with completed application)
Student: ___________________________________________
Instructor: __________________________________________
Division/Program of Study: _____________________________
Please complete the following information concerning the student:
ATC Scholarship Instructor Recommendation Form
Please note: Use whole numbers
only in evaluating the applicant.
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4
3
2
Outstanding
Average
1
Below
Average
1. Academic Progress or Personal
Achievement
(grades and/or quality of work)
2. Attendance/Reliability (class
attendance and/or dependability)
3. Attitude/Cooperation
(relationship with others)
4. Communication Skills
(ability to express ideas)
5. Leadership
(judgment and ability to lead and
influence)
6. Motivation
(initiative, resourcefulness, selfstarter)
7. Potential for Success (ability to set
and achieve goals)
8. Work Habits/Organizational Skills
(ability to plan, manage, and execute)
Total Points (For Office Use Only)
Additional Comments:
_______________________________________________________________
Instructor’s Signature
Date
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ATLANTA TECHNICAL COLLEGE STUDENT SCHOLARSHIP
Applicant Check List: The items below must accompany the application.
□ Completed Application Form
□ Copy of Banner Web Transcript (Documentation of full-time enrollment, current
semester of enrollment (Spring or Summer 2015), documentation of full-time
enrollment for the upcoming semester (Fall 2015), and documentation of 3.0 GPA or
higher)
□ One to two page essay explaining why you should receive the
scholarship
□ Completed “Instructor Recommendation Form” (This form must be completed
by an instructor who has taught you in your program area)