THE ABS – AMERICAN BUILDING
SUPPLY, INC. STUDENT
SCHOLARSHIP FUND
CRITERIA AND APPLICATION
SPONSORED BY
AMERICAN BUILDING SUPPLY, INC.
AND
ATLANTA TECHNICAL COLLEGE FOUNDATION BOARD OF
TRUSTEES
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ATLANTA TECHNICAL COLLEGE AMERICAN BUILDING SUPPLY, INC.
STUDENT SCHOLARSHIP FUND
Awarded: Spring Semester
The purpose of the AMERICAN BUILDING SUPPLY, INC. (ABS) scholarship fund is to reward
academic excellence and/or to financially assist qualified vocational/technical degree
candidates enrolled in the Carpentry diploma program or the Carpentry Framing
Certification Program.
A total of three (3) $500 scholarships ($1,500) will be awarded during the spring semester.
The award will be as follows:
Three $500 scholarships will be awarded to three students enrolled in the Carpentry diploma
program or the Carpentry Framing Certification program. The scholarship funds will be
disbursed for tuition, tools, books, and program specific supplies. The students will have
access to a $500 line of credit at Atlanta Technical College.
The Atlanta Technical College Foundation, a 501(c)(3) organization, administers the
scholarship fund.
STUDENT ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
1. Applicants must be enrolled as a full-time student (12 semester hours or more) in the
Carpentry diploma program or the applicants must be enrolled for at least eight (8)
semester hours in the Carpentry Framing Certification program. Applicants must have
completed at least one semester of study prior to application.
2. Applicants must possess a grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 or higher (based on a fourpoint system). The applicant must also submit an “Instructor Recommendation Form”
(attached) from a current or previous instructor in their program of study. The instructor
should be familiar with the applicant’s academic achievement and work ethics. The form
MUST be submitted in a sealed envelope along with the student’s application form.
3. Applicants must provide a copy of their Banner Web Transcript and grade report from the
most current semester/s documenting full-time enrollment, spring semester of enrollment,
and documentation of 3.0 GPA or higher.
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. Recipients, by accepting the award, agree to allow the American Building Supply, Inc. to
publish their name and likeness, without restriction, in promoting the reward and ABS’s
contribution. Recipients may additionally be contacted by ABS and interviewed for the
creation of additional related publicity or information. Awardees may additionally be asked
to sign a waiver.
Revised: December 6, 2011
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AMOUNT AND DURATION OF SCHOLARSHIP FOR STUDENTS
1. The amount of each scholarship awarded shall be $500.
2. The scholarship is for tuition, tools, books, and program specific supplies. The student
will have access to a $500 line of credit.
3. A student may reapply once for this scholarship as long as the student maintains a 3.0
GPA and is enrolled full-time in the Carpentry diploma program or Carpentry Framing
Certification program.
3. The scholarship will be rescinded in the following cases:
A. Student’s GPA falls below 3.0
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Student will receive a one-time probationary semester if his/her GPA drops below 3.0.
The scholarship will not be renewed if the student’s GPA drops for a second time.
B. Student’s course load falls below 12 hours for the semester
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To qualify for the scholarship, a student must be registered for a minimum of 12semester hours (full-time study) in the Carpentry diploma program or enrolled 8
semester hours in the Carpentry Framing Certification program. The student must
maintain these respective enrollment hours during the awarding period. A student
may enroll in an elective course if a required course is not available to ensure the
required level of course enrollment.
C. Student withdraws from Atlanta Technical College
A student may reapply for scholarship consideration in the next funding cycle if his/her scholarship
is rescinded for any of the reasons listed above.
D. Student enrolled at Atlanta Technical College
A student MUST be enrolled at the college at least one (1) semester prior to receiving the
scholarship.
4. Scholarships are not transferable between programs and divisions; if a student changes his/her
major from one program or division to another, the student forfeits his/her scholarship.
APPLICATION PROCESS
The availability of scholarship funding will be advertised during the Fall Semester.
1. Students will be informed via the College’s website, Student’s MTATC Account, and
student’s College e-mail account.
2. Completed applications will be submitted to the Office of Financial Aid by 3:00
p.m. on January 3, 2012.
3. Incomplete application packets will not be eligible for consideration. All applicants will
be contacted and informed of the status of their application via letter.
Revised: December 6, 2011
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ATLANTA TECHNICAL COLLEGE
AMERICAN BUILDING SUPPLY,
INC. SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION
PROCESS
THIS SCHOLARSHIP IS AVAILABLE TO STUDENTS WHO
ENROLLED IN THE CARPENTRY DIPLOMA PROGRAM OR
CARPENTRY FRAMING CERTIFICATION PROGRAM.
ARE
THE
The availability of scholarship funding will be advertised during the Fall Semester.
Completed application packets must be submitted to the Office of Financial Aid for
consideration by 3:00 p.m. on January 3, 2012.
Programs Include:
Certification Program.
The Carpentry Diploma Program or The Carpentry Framing
Students must be enrolled full-time (12 semester hours) in the Carpentry Diploma
Program or eight semester hours in the Carpentry Framing Certification Program
and must have a 3.0 GPA or higher.
Incomplete application packets WILL NOT be eligible for consideration. Applicants will be
contacted and informed of the status of their application via letter from the Office
of Information Technology, Planning & Development within three weeks after
receipt.
For further information, please contact Ms. Faye Evans at 404-225-4526 or by e-mail at
fevans@atlantatech.edu
Revised: December 6, 2011
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ATLANTA TECHNICAL COLLEGE
AMERICAN BUILDING SUPPLY, INC.
SCHOLARSHIP FUND
Submit completed application to:
Office Of Financial Aid
Attn: Ms. Faye Evans
Atlanta Technical College American Building Supply, Inc. Scholarship Fund
Section I - Personal Information - To be completed by student (Please Type)
Name ______________________________________________________________
Student Identification Number __________________________________________
Complete Current Address______________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________
Complete Permanent Address (if different)
___________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________
Residency phone
___________________________________________________
Alternate contact phone _______________________________________________
E-mail Address: _____________________________________________________
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Were you enrolled for at least 12 credit hours for the fall semester? (Carpentry Diploma
Program)
___ Yes ____ No
Are you enrolled for at least 8 credit hours for the quarter? (Carpentry Framing TCC
Program)
___ Yes ____ No
How many quarters/semesters have you completed? _____________________________
How many semesters do you have until completion of program of study? _____________
Are you receiving financial aid? ______ Yes
______ HOPE OR ______ PELL?
OR
______ No. If Yes, are you receiving
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 Information Technology,
Planning & Development to release information to the Student Scholarship
Committee as needed to determine my eligibility for the scholarship award.
___________________________________________________________
Signature
Date
APPLICATIONS ARE DUE TO THE OFFICE OF FINANCIAL AID BY 3:00
p.m. ON January 3, 2012.
INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS, OR THOSE RECEIVED AFTER THE
DEADLINE DATE, WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.
For further information, please contact Ms. Faye E. Evans at 404225-4526 or by e-mail at fevans@atlantatech.edu.
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American Building Supply, Inc. Scholarship Fund
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
Revised: December 6, 2011
_______________
Date
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THE AMERICAN BUILDING SUPPLY, INC.
SCHOLARSHIP FUND
STUDENT SCHOLARSHIP
Applicant Check List:
application.
The items listed below must accompany the
□ Completed Application Form
□ Copy of Banner Web Transcript (Documentation of full-time enrollment, previous
semester of enrollment, spring semester of enrollment, 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)
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Revised: December 6, 2011