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2012-2013 Guide<br />

<strong>TCC</strong> <strong>Foundation</strong><br />

<strong>Scholarships</strong><br />

General Info<br />

2 Get Started!<br />

3 Financial Aid Terms<br />

3 Financial Aid<br />

<strong>Scholarships</strong> for ...<br />

4 High School Seniors<br />

5 Adult Students<br />

6 All Students<br />

12 Other Sources<br />

of Financial<br />

Assistance<br />

STARS - The Application<br />

13 Before You Apply ...<br />

Essay Questions<br />

14 Applying Online:<br />

A Step-by-Step Guide<br />

23 What's Next<br />

6501 S. 19th Street, Bldg. 6<br />

<strong>Tacoma</strong>, WA 98466<br />

P: 253.566.5003 F: 253.566.5004<br />

E: <strong>Foundation</strong>Info@tacomacc.edu<br />

www.tacomacc.edu/foundation


2<br />

General Info<br />

New Students<br />

1<br />

APPLY to become<br />

a <strong>TCC</strong> student<br />

Apply online or in person (Bldg. 7,<br />

Enrollment Services). There is no<br />

application fee.<br />

••<br />

www.tacomacc.edu/theenrollmentprocess<br />

Check your email in 24 hours. You'll<br />

receive your student ID number in a<br />

welcome email from <strong>TCC</strong>. Use your<br />

<strong>TCC</strong> student ID number for the STARS<br />

scholarship application<br />

2 COMPLETE<br />

financial applications<br />

To be eligible for most <strong>TCC</strong> <strong>Foundation</strong><br />

scholarships, complete the steps on the<br />

website below. Go to:<br />

••<br />

www.tacomacc.edu/costsandaid<br />

3<br />

Current Students<br />

APPLY for <strong>TCC</strong><br />

<strong>Foundation</strong> scholarships<br />

Read the tips for STARS before<br />

beginning your application so you’re<br />

prepared. (page 13)<br />

Complete the online scholarship<br />

application in STARS following the<br />

steps below. Go to:<br />

••<br />

www.tacomacc.edu/<br />

tccfoundationscholarships<br />

••<br />

Click on Apply Now<br />

You will be directed to STARS<br />

••<br />

Click on Start Here<br />

••<br />

Fill in the information.<br />

If you have applied for scholarships<br />

in the past, you can use the same login<br />

and password.<br />

Time to apply for $$$: January 17-March 16<br />

Apply online at www.tacomacc.edu/tccfoundationscholarships<br />

February 2012<br />

March 2012<br />

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New Year's holiday<br />

<strong>College</strong> closed<br />

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Winter Quarter<br />

classes begin<br />

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15 16<br />

MLK Jr. holiday<br />

<strong>College</strong> closed<br />

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22 23 24 25 26 27 28<br />

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1 2 3 4<br />

5 6 7 8 9 10 11<br />

12 13 14 15 16 17 18<br />

19 20<br />

President's Day<br />

holiday<br />

<strong>College</strong> closed<br />

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4 5 6 7 8 9 10<br />

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3-7p @<strong>TCC</strong><br />

Start applying for scholarships online<br />

Last day to apply for <strong>Foundation</strong> scholarships<br />

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25 26 27 28 29 30 31<br />

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3-7p @<strong>TCC</strong><br />

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9a-12p @GHC<br />

Current as of Jan. 26, 2012


General Info<br />

3<br />

*<br />

**<br />

*<br />

**<br />

Financial Aid Terms<br />

Credits: Based on credit hours.<br />

Full-Time: 10 or more credits per quarter.<br />

Part-Time: 5-9 credits per quarter.<br />

EFC – Expected Family Contribution:<br />

The EFC is a number that the college uses<br />

to determine your eligibility for financial aid<br />

after you have completed your FAFSA.<br />

FAFSA – Free Application for Federal<br />

Student Aid: The FAFSA is a free<br />

application to apply for federal student aid.<br />

Visit www.fafsa.gov for more information.<br />

<strong>TCC</strong>'s school code is 003796.<br />

Financial Aid Grant: A financial aid grant<br />

is an award for educational expenses that<br />

usually does not have to be paid back,<br />

unless you do not complete the credits and<br />

maintain a satisfactory GPA.<br />

Financial Need: This is the cost of higher<br />

education determined by the college,<br />

minus the EFC and available resources<br />

(scholarships, VA benefits, etc.) to be used<br />

for educational expenses.<br />

Cost<br />

Cost of higher education<br />

– EFC Expected Family Contribution<br />

– Other Resources <strong>Scholarships</strong>, VA benefits, etc.<br />

= Financial Need<br />

GPA – Grade Point Average: GPA is<br />

determined by a student’s grades and is<br />

calculated to obtain a cumulative average:<br />

A=4.0, B=3.0, C=2.0.<br />

Other Grants/Assistance: Other grants<br />

are usually awarded to help students with<br />

emergency situations, child care or other<br />

financial needs.<br />

Scholarship: A scholarship is an award for<br />

educational expenses that does not have<br />

to be paid back. <strong>Scholarships</strong> are usually<br />

awarded to students with achievement in a<br />

variety of areas—not just academics. Not all<br />

scholarships are based on financial need.<br />

STARS – Scholarship Tracking And<br />

Review System: The online service <strong>TCC</strong><br />

students use to apply for <strong>Foundation</strong><br />

scholarships.<br />

For <strong>Foundation</strong> scholarship requirements only.<br />

<strong>Foundation</strong> need-based scholarships require this.<br />

Financial Aid<br />

To begin the <strong>TCC</strong> <strong>Foundation</strong> scholarship process, you must have completed a FAFSA (for needbased<br />

scholarships) and <strong>TCC</strong> Data Sheet. These items are also required for the funds listed below<br />

and are available beginning every January for the upcoming academic year. It’s important to apply<br />

for financial aid as early as possible, as some funds are limited.<br />

Complete application procedures are available at www.tacomacc.edu/applyforaid.<br />

Once you have completed the process, and based on your eligibility, you will be considered<br />

for the following:<br />

••<br />

Federal Pell Grant Program:<br />

A need-based grant awarded to<br />

undergraduate students who<br />

demonstrate financial need. The amount<br />

of the grant depends on the EFC and<br />

the number of credits for which the<br />

student enrolls.<br />

••<br />

Federal Stafford Loan Program:<br />

A low-interest loan made to students<br />

attending college at least part-time.<br />

Need-based Stafford loans are made to<br />

students who demonstrate a financial<br />

need; interest does not accrue on these<br />

loans while the student is enrolled.<br />

The unsubsidized Stafford loan is<br />

available to students who do not<br />

demonstrate a financial need; interest<br />

accrues on the loan from the date of<br />

disbursement.<br />

<br />

TIP<br />

TIP<br />

Be sure to apply<br />

for financial aid.<br />

Don’t assume<br />

you won’t be eligible!<br />

••<br />

Federal Supplemental Educational<br />

Opportunity Grant Program (FSEOG):<br />

A FSEOG is awarded to students who<br />

demonstrate exceptional financial need<br />

and who receive Federal Pell grants.<br />

Awards are based on fund availability.<br />

••<br />

<strong>Tacoma</strong> <strong>Community</strong> <strong>College</strong> Grant:<br />

The <strong>Tacoma</strong> <strong>Community</strong> <strong>College</strong> Grant<br />

provides assistance to students with<br />

financial need. Funds are limited.<br />

••<br />

Washington State Need Grant:<br />

This grant provides assistance to<br />

undergraduate students with significant<br />

financial need who are Washington state<br />

residents. Funds are limited.<br />

••<br />

Work Study Program: The Work Study<br />

Program provides an opportunity to earn<br />

a portion of your financial aid through<br />

part-time employment. Work study jobs<br />

are available both on and off campus.<br />

Funds are limited.<br />

<strong>TCC</strong> Student ID No. 970 - __ __ __ - __ __ __<br />

STARS user name_____________________________________<br />

STARS password_____________________________________<br />

Unofficial transcript(s) _ Letter of recommendation<br />

Additional requirements (portfolio, etc.)<br />

Record your STARS user ID, password and<br />

<strong>TCC</strong> student ID number in the space provided.<br />

Current as of Jan. 26, 2012


4<br />

<strong>Scholarships</strong><br />

<strong>Scholarships</strong> for<br />

High School Seniors<br />

These scholarships are specific<br />

to graduating high school seniors.<br />

Award amounts are subject to<br />

change from year to year.<br />

<strong>TCC</strong> <strong>Foundation</strong> scholarships can<br />

only be used at <strong>TCC</strong> for the academic<br />

year (fall, winter and spring quarters).<br />

* Must be a Washington state<br />

resident as outlined by<br />

Enrollment Services. For more<br />

information call 253.566.5001.<br />

<strong>TCC</strong> Service Area<br />

TACOMA SCHOOL DISTRICT #10<br />

Foss High School<br />

Lincoln High School<br />

Mt. Tahoma High School<br />

Stadium High School<br />

Wilson High School<br />

<strong>Tacoma</strong>- Arts/Special Schools<br />

Oakland Alternative High School<br />

Remann Hall<br />

<strong>Tacoma</strong> School of the Arts<br />

<strong>Tacoma</strong> Science and Math Institute<br />

<strong>Tacoma</strong> Business Academy<br />

<strong>Tacoma</strong>- Private Schools<br />

Chief Leschi High School<br />

First Generation <strong>Scholarships</strong><br />

Created by the <strong>TCC</strong> <strong>Foundation</strong> and<br />

supported by various donors, these scholarships<br />

award students who are the first in their<br />

immediate families to pursue a four-year<br />

college degree.<br />

AWARD 5 at $5,200 per academic year<br />

financial need Need based<br />

FAFSA Required<br />

Note Must also complete a supplemental<br />

essay: How meaningful is it to be<br />

the first in your immediate family<br />

to attend college<br />

-----------CRITERIA----------------------------------------------------------------------------------<br />

• Must be a graduating high school senior<br />

• Must declare that neither of your parents/<br />

guardians are graduates of a four-year college/<br />

university<br />

• Must plan to transfer to a four-year institution<br />

• Must take the ACCUPLACER test prior to the<br />

scholarship deadline<br />

• Must have a minimum GPA of 2.5<br />

• Must be a Washington state resident*<br />

• Must complete a minimum of 10 credits<br />

per quarter<br />

<strong>Tacoma</strong> Baptist High School<br />

Bellarmine Prepatory Academy<br />

Covenant High School<br />

Charles Wright Academy<br />

Annie Wright Academy<br />

Parkland Lutheran Church & School<br />

PENINSULA SCHOOL DISTRICT<br />

Gig Harbor High School<br />

Peninsula High School<br />

Henderson Bay High School<br />

UNIVERSITY PLACE SCHOOL DISTRICT<br />

Curtis Senior High School<br />

Academic Achievement<br />

High School Tuition Waiver<br />

For eligible, graduating high school seniors<br />

in <strong>TCC</strong>’s service area.<br />

AWARD Full tuition for one academic year<br />

financial need Need based<br />

FAFSA Required<br />

Note Must also complete a supplemental<br />

essay: Describe your academic<br />

achievements, including awards<br />

and honors you have received for<br />

academic excellence.<br />

-----------CRITERIA----------------------------------------------------------------------------------<br />

• Must be a graduating high school senior<br />

• Must be in the <strong>TCC</strong> service district<br />

• Must have completed advance placement classes<br />

• Must have a minimum GPA of 3.0<br />

• Must be a Washington state resident*<br />

• Must not have received an Achievers<br />

Scholarship<br />

• Must complete a minimum of 10 credits<br />

per quarter<br />

Leadership High School Tuition Waiver<br />

For eligible, graduating high school seniors<br />

in <strong>TCC</strong>’s service area.<br />

AWARD Full tuition for one academic year<br />

financial need Need based<br />

FAFSA Required<br />

Note Must also complete a supplemental<br />

essay: Tell us about what leadership<br />

positions you have held in your<br />

high school or community, and how<br />

those leadership positions will help<br />

you succeed throughout your college<br />

experience.<br />

-----------CRITERIA----------------------------------------------------------------------------------<br />

• Must be a graduating high school senior<br />

• Must be in the <strong>TCC</strong> service district<br />

• Held or holds responsible leadership position(s)<br />

in high school or community<br />

• Must have a minimum GPA of 2.5<br />

• Must be a Washington state resident*<br />

• Must not have received an Achievers<br />

Scholarship<br />

• Must complete a minimum of 10 credits<br />

per quarter<br />

Current as of Jan. 26, 2012


<strong>Scholarships</strong><br />

5<br />

<strong>Scholarships</strong> for<br />

Returning Adult Students<br />

Service High School Tuition Waiver<br />

For eligible, graduating high school seniors<br />

in <strong>TCC</strong>’s service area.<br />

AWARD Full tuition for one academic year<br />

financial need Need based<br />

FAFSA Required<br />

Note Must also complete a supplemental<br />

essay: Define what service means to<br />

you, and provide two specific<br />

examples of how you apply this<br />

definition.<br />

-----------CRITERIA----------------------------------------------------------------------------------<br />

• Must be a graduating high school senior<br />

• Must be in the <strong>TCC</strong> service district<br />

• Must have a minimum GPA of 2.5<br />

• Must be a Washington state resident*<br />

• Must not have received an Achievers<br />

Scholarship<br />

• Must complete a minimum of 10 credits<br />

per quarter<br />

Thelma Woll & Monty B. Jones Scholarship<br />

Intended for adult applicants who are<br />

returning to college. To be used towards tuition<br />

and books.<br />

AWARD 1 at $1,000 per academic year<br />

financial need Need based<br />

FAFSA Required<br />

-----------CRITERIA----------------------------------------------------------------------------------<br />

• Must have a high school diploma<br />

• Must be a Pierce County resident<br />

• Must have a minimum GPA of 2.0<br />

• Must be an adult who is returning to college<br />

(age 25+)<br />

• Must complete a minimum of 10 credits<br />

per quarter<br />

Talent High School Tuition Waiver<br />

For eligible, graduating high school seniors<br />

in <strong>TCC</strong>’s service area.<br />

AWARD Full tuition for one academic year<br />

financial need Need based<br />

FAFSA Required<br />

Note Must also complete a supplemental<br />

essay: Provide a statement of your<br />

talent including awards and honors<br />

you have received, and describe<br />

how your talent will enable you to<br />

be successful in college.<br />

-----------CRITERIA----------------------------------------------------------------------------------<br />

• Must be a graduating high school senior<br />

• Must be in the <strong>TCC</strong> service district<br />

• Must have a minimum GPA of 2.5<br />

• Must be a Washington state resident*<br />

• Must not have received an Achievers<br />

Scholarship<br />

• Must complete a minimum of 10 credits<br />

per quarter<br />

These scholarships are intended for<br />

adult students (25+) returning to or<br />

attending college. Award amounts<br />

are subject to change from year to<br />

year.<br />

* Must be a Washington state<br />

resident as outlined by<br />

Enrollment Services. For more<br />

information call 253.566.5001.<br />

Current as of Jan. 26, 2012


6<br />

<strong>Scholarships</strong><br />

<strong>Scholarships</strong><br />

for All Students<br />

These scholarships are for all students (new, current or returning). Some are specific to an academic<br />

program. Award amounts are subject to change from year to year. <strong>TCC</strong> <strong>Foundation</strong> scholarships can<br />

only be used at <strong>TCC</strong> for the academic year (fall, winter and spring quarters).<br />

* Must be a Washington state resident as outlined by Enrollment Services.<br />

For more information call 253.566.5001.<br />

Allied Health<br />

These scholarships are for all<br />

students (new, current or returning).<br />

Some are specific to an academic<br />

program.<br />

Award amounts are subject to<br />

change from year to year.<br />

<strong>TCC</strong> <strong>Foundation</strong> scholarships can<br />

only be used at <strong>TCC</strong> for the academic<br />

year (fall, winter and spring quarters).<br />

* Must be a Washington state<br />

resident as outlined by<br />

Enrollment Services. For more<br />

information call 253.566.5001.<br />

Allenmore Medical <strong>Foundation</strong><br />

Medical Imaging Scholarship<br />

Established in 1990 by the Allenmore Medical<br />

<strong>Foundation</strong> for students enrolled in <strong>TCC</strong>’s<br />

radiology or sonography program. Selection<br />

made on the basis of promise and potential for<br />

achievement in the radiology or sonography<br />

profession.<br />

AWARD 7 at $2,000 per academic year<br />

financial need Need based<br />

FAFSA Required<br />

Note Must also complete a supplemental<br />

essay: How would a career in<br />

imaging technology promote your<br />

overall life goals<br />

-----------CRITERIA----------------------------------------------------------------------------------<br />

• Must be currently enrolled in <strong>TCC</strong>’s radiology<br />

or diagnostic medical sonography program<br />

• Must have a minimum GPA of 3.0<br />

• Must be a Washington state resident*<br />

Allenmore Medical <strong>Foundation</strong><br />

Nursing Scholarship<br />

Established in 1990 by the Allenmore Medical<br />

<strong>Foundation</strong> for students enrolled in <strong>TCC</strong>’s<br />

nursing program. Selection made on the basis<br />

of promise and potential for achievement in the<br />

nursing profession.<br />

AWARD 4 at $2,000 per academic year<br />

financial need Need based<br />

FAFSA Required<br />

Note Must also complete a supplemental<br />

essay: How would a career in<br />

nursing promote your overall life<br />

goals<br />

-----------CRITERIA----------------------------------------------------------------------------------<br />

• Must be enrolled in <strong>TCC</strong>’s nursing program<br />

• Must have a minimum GPA of 3.0<br />

• Must be a Washington state resident*<br />

Robert M. Ferguson, M.D.<br />

Nursing Scholarship<br />

Established in 2012 by the Allenmore Medical<br />

<strong>Foundation</strong> for students enrolled in <strong>TCC</strong>’s<br />

nursing program. Selection made on the basis<br />

of promise and potential for achievement in the<br />

nursing profession.<br />

AWARD 4 at $2,000 per academic year<br />

financial need Need based<br />

FAFSA Required<br />

Note Must also complete a supplemental<br />

essay: How would a career in<br />

nursing promote your overall life<br />

goals<br />

-----------CRITERIA----------------------------------------------------------------------------------<br />

• Must be enrolled in <strong>TCC</strong>’s nursing program<br />

• Must have a minimum GPA of 3.0<br />

• Must be a Washington state resident*<br />

Ben B. Cheney Scholarship<br />

This scholarship is intended for an allied health<br />

student. May be used towards tuition and<br />

required fees and books.<br />

AWARD 1 at $500 per academic year<br />

financial need Need based<br />

FAFSA Required<br />

-----------CRITERIA----------------------------------------------------------------------------------<br />

• Must be accepted into a <strong>TCC</strong> allied health<br />

program<br />

• Must have a minimum GPA of 3.0<br />

• Must be a Washington state resident*<br />

• Must complete a minimum of 10 credits<br />

per quarter<br />

Current as of Jan. 26, 2012


These scholarships are for all students (new, current or returning). Some are specific to an academic<br />

program. Award amounts are subject to change from year to year. <strong>TCC</strong> <strong>Foundation</strong> scholarships can<br />

only be used at <strong>TCC</strong> for the academic year (fall, winter and spring quarters).<br />

* Must be a Washington state resident as outlined by Enrollment Services.<br />

For more information call 253.566.5001.<br />

<strong>Scholarships</strong><br />

<strong>Scholarships</strong><br />

for All Students<br />

7<br />

Eugene Reed Radiology Scholarship<br />

This scholarship is for tuition and fees for a<br />

second year Radiology student (as of fall 2012).<br />

AWARD 1 at $1,000 per academic year<br />

financial need Need based<br />

FAFSA Required<br />

-----------CRITERIA----------------------------------------------------------------------------------<br />

• Must be currently enrolled in <strong>TCC</strong>’s radiology<br />

or diagnostic medical sonography program<br />

• Must have completed the first year in<br />

good standing<br />

• Must have a minimum GPA of 3.0<br />

• Must be a Washington state resident*<br />

• Must complete a minimum of 10 credits<br />

per quarter<br />

Franciscan Health System <strong>Foundation</strong><br />

Scholarship<br />

This scholarship is for a student currently<br />

enrolled in a <strong>TCC</strong> allied health program.<br />

AWARD 1 at $2,500 per academic year<br />

financial need Need based<br />

FAFSA Required<br />

-----------CRITERIA----------------------------------------------------------------------------------<br />

• Must be accepted into a <strong>TCC</strong> allied health<br />

program<br />

• Must have a minimum GPA of 3.0<br />

• Must be a Washington state resident*<br />

• Must complete a minimum of 10 credits<br />

per quarter<br />

Franke Tobey Jones Nursing Scholarship<br />

Intended for a nursing student.<br />

AWARD 1 at $2,375 per academic year<br />

financial need Need based<br />

FAFSA Required<br />

Note Must also complete a supplemental<br />

essay: Explain why you are<br />

interested in a nursing career with<br />

a focus in geriatric care.<br />

-----------CRITERIA----------------------------------------------------------------------------------<br />

• Must be enrolled in <strong>TCC</strong>’s nursing program<br />

• Must have a minimum GPA of 3.0<br />

• Must be a Washington state resident*<br />

• Must complete a minimum of 10 credits<br />

per quarter<br />

Kim Bujacich-Howe Memorial Scholarship<br />

In memory of <strong>TCC</strong> alumnus, Kim Bujacich-<br />

Howe, who attributed much of her success to<br />

<strong>TCC</strong>'s radiology program. This scholarship<br />

is intended for students enrolled in <strong>TCC</strong>'s<br />

radiology program.<br />

AWARD 1 at $1,000 per academic year<br />

financial need Need based<br />

FAFSA Required<br />

-----------CRITERIA----------------------------------------------------------------------------------<br />

• Must be currently enrolled in <strong>TCC</strong>’s radiology<br />

or diagnostic medical sonography program<br />

• Must have a minimum GPA of 3.5<br />

• Must be a Washington state resident*<br />

• Must complete a minimum of 6 credits<br />

per quarter<br />

Patricia A. (Switter) McCormack<br />

Nursing Memorial Scholarship<br />

This scholarship is awarded to students to<br />

help with the cost of tuition, books and other<br />

expenses.<br />

AWARD 1 @ $500 per academic year<br />

financial need Need based<br />

FAFSA Required<br />

Note Must also complete a supplemental<br />

essay addressing the following<br />

questions: 1. How would a career<br />

in nursing promote attainment of<br />

your overall life goals 2. What do<br />

you consider to be the strengths you<br />

would bring to nursing 3. Do you<br />

foresee any obstacles to successfully<br />

completing your nursing education<br />

and if so, what are they<br />

-----------CRITERIA----------------------------------------------------------------------------------<br />

• Must be enrolled in <strong>TCC</strong>’s nursing program<br />

• Must have a minimum GPA of 3.0<br />

• Must be a Washington state resident*<br />

• Must complete a minimum of 10 credits<br />

per quarter<br />

Ruth Murphy Evans Fund of the<br />

Greater <strong>Tacoma</strong> <strong>Community</strong> <strong>Foundation</strong><br />

This scholarship is awarded to students to<br />

help with the cost of tuition, books and other<br />

expenses.<br />

AWARD 4 at $2,000 per academic year<br />

financial need Need based<br />

FAFSA Required<br />

Note Must also complete a supplemental<br />

essay: How would a career in<br />

nursing promote your overall life<br />

goals<br />

-----------CRITERIA----------------------------------------------------------------------------------<br />

• Must be enrolled in <strong>TCC</strong>’s nursing program<br />

• Must have a minimum GPA of 2.0<br />

• Must be a Washington state resident*<br />

• Must complete a minimum of 10 credits<br />

per quarter<br />

Current as of Jan. 26, 2012


8<br />

<strong>Scholarships</strong><br />

<strong>Scholarships</strong> for All Students<br />

Art<br />

These scholarships are for all students (new, current or returning). Some are specific to an academic<br />

program. Award amounts are subject to change from year to year. <strong>TCC</strong> <strong>Foundation</strong> scholarships can<br />

only be used at <strong>TCC</strong> for the academic year (fall, winter and spring quarters).<br />

* Must be a Washington state resident as outlined by Enrollment Services.<br />

For more information call 253.566.5001.<br />

Humanities<br />

David Lassoie Memorial Art Scholarship<br />

Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Lassoie established this<br />

scholarship in memory of their son David, who<br />

loved art.<br />

AWARD 1 at $400 per academic year<br />

financial need Non-need based<br />

note Must submit a portfolio with<br />

50 percent of the work completed<br />

at <strong>TCC</strong><br />

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• Must be enrolled in a <strong>TCC</strong> art class<br />

• Must have a minimum GPA of 3.0<br />

• Must be a Washington state resident*<br />

• Must complete a minimum of 10 credits<br />

per quarter<br />

F. Carlton Ball Memorial<br />

Ceramic Scholarship<br />

<strong>TCC</strong> clay students established this scholarship<br />

in memory of F. Carlton Ball, an instructor<br />

who taught ceramics at <strong>TCC</strong> and was<br />

instrumental in starting the <strong>TCC</strong> Clay Club.<br />

Award 3 at $500 per academic year<br />

financial need Non-need based<br />

Note Must submit ceramics (clay)<br />

portfolio with 50 percent of the<br />

work completed at <strong>TCC</strong><br />

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• Must be taking a <strong>TCC</strong> clay class<br />

• Cannot be a high school student<br />

• Students must be interested in studying<br />

ceramics<br />

• Must have a minimum GPA of 2.5<br />

• Must complete a minimum of 10 credits<br />

per quarter<br />

Pearl Peterson Art Scholarship<br />

This scholarship was created in memory of<br />

Pearl Peterson, who took every art class offered<br />

at <strong>TCC</strong>.<br />

AWARD 1 at $345 per academic year<br />

financial need Non-need based<br />

Note Must submit a portfolio<br />

with 50 percent of the work<br />

completed at <strong>TCC</strong><br />

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• Must be enrolled in a <strong>TCC</strong> art class<br />

• Must have a minimum GPA of 3.0<br />

• Must be a Washington state resident*<br />

• Must complete a minimum of 10 credits<br />

per quarter<br />

Primo Grill Art Scholarship<br />

Created by the owners of Primo Grill, this<br />

scholarship is awarded to students to help with<br />

the cost of tuition, books and other expenses.<br />

AWARD 3 at $1,200 per academic year<br />

financial need Partial need<br />

FAFSA Required<br />

NOTE Must submit a portfolio<br />

with 50 percent of the work<br />

completed at <strong>TCC</strong><br />

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• Must be enrolled in a <strong>TCC</strong> art class<br />

• Must have a minimum GPA of 2.5<br />

• Must be a Washington state resident*<br />

• Must complete a minimum of 10 credits<br />

per quarter<br />

Elizabeth K. Ohman Memorial Scholarship<br />

Intended for Humanities students interested<br />

in pursuing a course of study and a career<br />

in journalism, communications, marketing,<br />

public relations or language studies.<br />

AWARD 1 at $1,000 per academic year<br />

financial need Partial need<br />

FAFSA Required<br />

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• Must have a minimum GPA of 3.0<br />

• Must be a Washington state resident*<br />

• Must complete a minimum of 10 credits<br />

per quarter<br />

Marlene S. Bosanko and Charles F. Cline<br />

Scholarship<br />

Created and supported by <strong>TCC</strong>'s former<br />

Dean for Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences,<br />

Marlene Bosanko, and her husband, Charles<br />

Cline, a retired <strong>TCC</strong> humanities instructor,<br />

this scholarship is intended for humanities<br />

students interested in education with a focus in<br />

teaching.<br />

AWARD 1 at $1,000 per academic year<br />

financial need Non-need based<br />

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• Must have completed at least two quarters<br />

of college-level study at <strong>TCC</strong> including<br />

a minimum of 10 credits in humanities<br />

distribution classes<br />

• Must intent to pursue a career in teaching<br />

or education<br />

• Must plan to transfer to a four-year institution<br />

• Must be at least 18 years of age<br />

• Must have a minimum GPA of 3.3<br />

• Must be a Washington state resident*<br />

• Must complete a minimum of 10 credits<br />

per quarter<br />

Current as of Jan. 26, 2012


These scholarships are for all students (new, current or returning). Some are specific to an academic<br />

program. Award amounts are subject to change from year to year. <strong>TCC</strong> <strong>Foundation</strong> scholarships can<br />

only be used at <strong>TCC</strong> for the academic year (fall, winter and spring quarters).<br />

* Must be a Washington state resident as outlined by Enrollment Services.<br />

For more information call 253.566.5001.<br />

<strong>Scholarships</strong><br />

<strong>Scholarships</strong> for All Students<br />

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paralegal<br />

Science & Engineering<br />

Other <strong>Scholarships</strong><br />

Connelly Law Office<br />

Scholarship for Justice<br />

Created by the Connelly Law Office, this<br />

scholarship is intended for students pursuing<br />

a career as a paralegal.<br />

AWARD 1 at $4,075 per academic year<br />

financial need Partial need<br />

FAFSA Required<br />

Note Must also complete a supplemental<br />

essay: In 500 words, what does<br />

justice mean to you<br />

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• Must be currently enrolled in <strong>TCC</strong>’s paralegal<br />

program<br />

• Must have a minimum GPA of 3.0<br />

• Must be a Washington state resident*<br />

• Must complete a minimum of 10 credits<br />

per quarter<br />

Margaret Oldfield<br />

Legal Assistant Scholarship<br />

Intended for students pursuing a career as a<br />

paralegal.<br />

AWARD 4 at $500 per academic year<br />

financial need Partial need<br />

FAFSA Required<br />

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• Must be enrolled in <strong>TCC</strong>’s paralegal program<br />

• Must have a minimum GPA of 3.0<br />

• Must be a Washington state resident*<br />

• Must complete a minimum of 10 credits<br />

per quarter<br />

Simpson Engineering<br />

Math and Science Scholarship<br />

This scholarship is in line with Simpson’s<br />

Investment Company’s goal to improve<br />

the quality of life in communities where<br />

the company has a significant number of<br />

employees living and working and to serve as a<br />

catalyst for employees to become involved and<br />

to provide leadership in their communities.<br />

AWARD 2 at $500<br />

financial need Non-need based<br />

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• Must be enrolled in an engineering, science<br />

or math program<br />

• Must have a minimum GPA of 3.0<br />

• Must be a Washington state resident*<br />

• Must complete a minimum of 10 credits<br />

per quarter<br />

Andre Stout African-American<br />

Student Scholarship<br />

Created by Dick & Mary Foege in honor of<br />

Andre Stout who was a <strong>TCC</strong> alumni who grew<br />

up during the pre-civil rights days in <strong>Tacoma</strong>.<br />

AWARD 1 at $1,350 per academic year<br />

financial need Non-need based<br />

FAFSA Required<br />

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• Must be an African-American male student<br />

• Must be a second year student<br />

(45+ college-level credits)<br />

• Must have a minimum GPA of 2.8<br />

• Must complete a minimum of 10 credits<br />

per quarter<br />

Dave Edwards and Pat Shuman Scholarship<br />

Created by Dave Edwards and Pat Shuman<br />

who are dedicated to <strong>Tacoma</strong> and want to help<br />

students who have financial need.<br />

AWARD 1 at $1,000 per adacemic year<br />

financial need Need based<br />

FAFSA Required<br />

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• Must have a minimum GPA of 3.0<br />

• Must be a Washington state resident*<br />

• Must complete a minimum of 6 credits<br />

per quarter<br />

Dr. Marie Markham Memorial Emergency<br />

Fund for Students with Disabilities<br />

Scholarship<br />

Dr. Markham dedicated her career to the<br />

education and rights of students with<br />

disabilities.<br />

AWARD 1 at $400 per academic year<br />

financial need Need based<br />

FAFSA Required<br />

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• Must have a documented disability as<br />

outlined by <strong>TCC</strong> Access Services<br />

• Students must have exhausted other forms of<br />

financial assistance offered by <strong>TCC</strong> in order to<br />

be eligible<br />

• Must have a minimum GPA of 2.0<br />

• Must be a Washington state resident*<br />

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<strong>Scholarships</strong><br />

<strong>Scholarships</strong> for All Students<br />

These scholarships are for all students (new, current or returning). Some are specific to an academic<br />

program. Award amounts are subject to change from year to year. <strong>TCC</strong> <strong>Foundation</strong> scholarships can<br />

only be used at <strong>TCC</strong> for the academic year (fall, winter and spring quarters).<br />

* Must be a Washington state resident as outlined by Enrollment Services.<br />

For more information call 253.566.5001.<br />

F.A.M.E. Annual Scholarship<br />

for Former Foster Youth<br />

The eight-quarter F.A.M.E. (Fostering<br />

Achievement through Mentoring and<br />

Education) scholarship program was created by<br />

the <strong>TCC</strong> <strong>Foundation</strong> to assist foster and former<br />

foster youth in academic pursuits.<br />

AWARD 1 at $5,000<br />

financial need Need based<br />

FAFSA Required<br />

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• Must be a foster youth or former foster youth<br />

between 16 and 25 years of age, or in special<br />

cases, younger than 16 years of age<br />

• Must intend to transfer to a four-year college<br />

or university<br />

• Must have a minimum GPA of 2.0<br />

• Must be a Washington state resident*<br />

• Must complete a minimum of 12 credits<br />

per quarter<br />

First Nations Scholarship<br />

This scholarship is designed to continue growth<br />

through education in the First Nations, Native<br />

American or Alaskan communities.<br />

AWARD 1 at $750<br />

financial need Non-need based<br />

FAFSA Required<br />

Note Must also complete a supplemental<br />

essay: Describe your community<br />

service experience.<br />

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• Must be of Native American/Alaskan or First<br />

Nations descent<br />

• Must have a minimum GPA of 2.0<br />

• Must be a Washington state resident*<br />

• Must complete a minimum of 10 credits<br />

per quarter<br />

General Named<br />

Annual and Endowed <strong>Scholarships</strong><br />

AWARD Varies<br />

financial need Need based<br />

FAFSA Required<br />

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• Must have a minimum GPA of 3.0<br />

• Must be a Washington state resident*<br />

• Must complete a minimum of 10 credits<br />

per quarter<br />

Gottfried and Mary Fuchs<br />

<strong>Foundation</strong> Scholarship<br />

Established more than 40 years ago, the<br />

Gottfried and Mary Fuchs scholarship<br />

represents their commitment to give back to<br />

their community.<br />

AWARD 10 at $2,500 per academic year<br />

financial need Need based<br />

FAFSA Required<br />

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• Must have a minimum GPA of 3.0<br />

• Must be a Washington state resident*<br />

• Must complete a minimum of 10 credits<br />

per quarter<br />

Grainger Industrial Supply Scholarship<br />

This scholarship was established in 2011<br />

to award funding to students interested in<br />

technical education or skilled work.<br />

AWARD 5 at $665 per academic year<br />

financial need Need based<br />

FAFSA Required<br />

-----------CRITERIA----------------------------------------------------------------------------------<br />

• Must be enrolled in one of the following<br />

career programs offered by <strong>TCC</strong>:<br />

Accounting, Business, Diagnostic Medical<br />

Sonography, Emergency Medical & Health<br />

Services, Math, Science, Engineering or<br />

related disciplines, Health Information<br />

management, Human Services, medical<br />

Office Professional, Medical Billing<br />

Specialist, Networking and Convergence<br />

Technologies, Nursing, Paraeducation,<br />

Paralegal, Radiologic Science and<br />

Respiratory Therapy<br />

• Must have a minimum GPA of 2.0<br />

• Must be a Washington state resident*<br />

H.C. “Joe” Harned Scholarship<br />

Created by Joe Harned, an advocate of<br />

education, to help students that have financial<br />

need.<br />

AWARD 5 at $1,500 each for<br />

two academic years<br />

financial need Need based<br />

FAFSA Required<br />

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• Must have a minimum GPA of 2.0<br />

• Must be a Washington state resident*<br />

• Must be either a first-year student or<br />

have at least six quarters left at <strong>TCC</strong><br />

• Must complete a minimum of 10 credits<br />

per quarter<br />

Joan Brashem Scholarship<br />

for Students with Disabilities<br />

For students with disabilities.<br />

AWARD 5 at $1,000 per academic year<br />

financial need Need based<br />

FAFSA Required<br />

Note Must also complete a supplemental<br />

essay: Describe your physical<br />

disability and explain how it has<br />

affected your life and your goals.<br />

-----------CRITERIA----------------------------------------------------------------------------------<br />

• Must have a documented disability as<br />

outlined by <strong>TCC</strong> Access Services<br />

• Must have a minimum GPA of 2.0<br />

• Must be a Washington state resident*<br />

• Must complete a minimum of 6 credits<br />

per quarter<br />

Les & Estelle Reid Scholarship<br />

Funded by Drs. Les & Estelle Reid, this<br />

scholarship is intended to assist students<br />

with the cost of books, fees and tuition.<br />

AWARD 15 at $1,500 per academic year<br />

financial need Need based<br />

FAFSA Required<br />

-----------CRITERIA----------------------------------------------------------------------------------<br />

• Must have a minimum GPA of 3.0<br />

• Must be a Washington state resident*<br />

• Must complete a minimum of 6 credits<br />

per quarter<br />

Current as of Jan. 26, 2012


These scholarships are for all students (new, current or returning). Some are specific to an academic<br />

program. Award amounts are subject to change from year to year. <strong>TCC</strong> <strong>Foundation</strong> scholarships can<br />

only be used at <strong>TCC</strong> for the academic year (fall, winter and spring quarters).<br />

* Must be a Washington state resident as outlined by Enrollment Services.<br />

For more information call 253.566.5001.<br />

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Robert Goodstein Memorial Scholarship<br />

Robert Goodstein believed in giving ex-inmates<br />

a second chance by supporting their desire for<br />

education and job training.<br />

AWARD Varies<br />

financial need Non-need based<br />

FAFSA Required<br />

Note Must also complete a supplemental<br />

essay: How has your experience<br />

with the criminal justice system<br />

changed your outlook on life<br />

What will you take away from that<br />

experience to help you achieve your<br />

future goals<br />

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• Must have been incarcerated for a year of more<br />

Robert Wong Memorial Scholarship<br />

The Robert Wong Memorial Scholarship<br />

is created in memory of Robert Wong for<br />

students who are at least of 25 percent Asian or<br />

Pacific Islander heritage.<br />

AWARD 1 at $1,000 per academic year<br />

financial need Non-need based<br />

FAFSA Required<br />

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• Ethnicity must be at least 25% Asian or<br />

Pacific Islander<br />

• Must have a minimum GPA of 3.0<br />

• Must be a Washington state resident*<br />

• Must complete a minimum of 10 credits<br />

per quarter<br />

Sheila Powers Memorial<br />

Family Literacy Scholarship<br />

This scholarship was created in memory<br />

of the late Sheila Powers, a <strong>TCC</strong> instructor.<br />

This scholarship is for students in the Madison<br />

Family Literacy program.<br />

AWARD 1 at $750 per academic year<br />

financial need Partial need<br />

FAFSA Required<br />

-----------CRITERIA----------------------------------------------------------------------------------<br />

• Must be or have been enrolled in the Madison<br />

Family Literacy Program<br />

• Must have a minimum GPA of 3.0<br />

<strong>Tacoma</strong> <strong>Community</strong> <strong>College</strong> <strong>Foundation</strong><br />

<strong>Scholarships</strong><br />

General scholarships are provided by various<br />

donors and have varied funds. They are<br />

awarded to students to help with the cost of<br />

tuition, books and other expenses.<br />

AWARD 10 at $1,200 per academic year<br />

financial need Need based<br />

FAFSA Required<br />

-----------CRITERIA----------------------------------------------------------------------------------<br />

• Must have a minimum GPA of 2.5<br />

• Must be a Washington state resident*<br />

• Must complete a minimum of 10 credits<br />

per quarter<br />

Tim R. Keely <strong>TCC</strong> Federation<br />

of Teachers Scholarship<br />

The Tim R. Keely Scholarship is funded by<br />

members of the <strong>Tacoma</strong> <strong>Community</strong> <strong>College</strong><br />

Federation of Teachers (<strong>TCC</strong>FT). It was<br />

created to honor instructor Tim Keely who has<br />

been at <strong>TCC</strong> for over 40 years.<br />

AWARD 1 at $1,425 per academic year<br />

financial need Partial need<br />

FAFSA Required<br />

-----------CRITERIA----------------------------------------------------------------------------------<br />

• Must be a Pierce County resident<br />

• Must have a minimum GPA of 2.75<br />

• Must complete a minimum of 12 credits<br />

per quarter<br />

Toast to the Northwest Scholarship<br />

Established by the <strong>TCC</strong> <strong>Foundation</strong>, this<br />

scholarship may be used towards tuition and<br />

other expenses.<br />

AWARD 1 at $1,500 per academic year<br />

financial need Need based<br />

FAFSA Required<br />

-----------CRITERIA----------------------------------------------------------------------------------<br />

• Must have a minimum GPA of 2.5<br />

• Must be a Washington state resident*<br />

• Must complete a minimum of 10 credits<br />

per quarter<br />

You may<br />

also want to<br />

investigate<br />

other<br />

scholarship<br />

opportunities at:<br />

www.thewashboard.org<br />

www.hecb.wa.gov<br />

www.fastweb.org<br />

www.collegesuccessfoundation.org<br />

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Other Sources of<br />

Financial Assistance<br />

External <strong>Scholarships</strong><br />

<strong>Scholarships</strong> available outside <strong>TCC</strong> can help<br />

you pay for your education. Scholarship criteria<br />

can be based on academic achievement, athletic<br />

or artistic talent, financial need, particular fields<br />

of study, or involvement in the community.<br />

contact Financial Aid Services<br />

253.566.5080<br />

www.tacomacc.edu/finaid<br />

<strong>TCC</strong> Athletic <strong>Scholarships</strong><br />

These scholarships are awarded to student<br />

athletes at <strong>TCC</strong>. The head coach of each sport<br />

chooses prospective athletes to receive these<br />

awards.<br />

contact Carl Howell, Athletic Director<br />

253.460.4462<br />

www.tacomacc.edu/athletics<br />

Child Care Assistance<br />

Provides assistance to students with child care<br />

expenses at <strong>TCC</strong>’s Early Learning Center.<br />

AWARD Varies<br />

contact <strong>TCC</strong> Early Learning Center<br />

253.566.5180<br />

Discretionary Tuition & Fee Waivers<br />

<strong>Tacoma</strong> <strong>Community</strong> <strong>College</strong> offers some<br />

tuition and fee waivers for individuals<br />

registered for credit classes at <strong>TCC</strong>.<br />

contact Financial Aid Services<br />

253.566.5080<br />

www.tacomacc.edu/finaid<br />

Emergency Student Fund<br />

A specialized program funded each year by the<br />

<strong>TCC</strong> <strong>Foundation</strong> to be used specifically for<br />

an emergency, which is defined as a financial<br />

need created by an unexpected event for which<br />

you require assistance and would otherwise be<br />

unable to remain at <strong>TCC</strong>.<br />

-----------CRITERIA----------------------------------------------------------------------------------<br />

• Must be a <strong>TCC</strong> student athlete<br />

• Must receive an offer of financial assistance or<br />

a “Letter of Intent” issued by the coach and the<br />

athletic conference<br />

<strong>TCC</strong> Emergency Book Loan<br />

These 30-day loans are given on a first-come,<br />

first-served basis as long as funds are available.<br />

Students must apply through the MECA<br />

(Multi-Ethnic/Cultural Affairs) and CASA<br />

(Center for Academic Support & Achievement)<br />

program.<br />

AWARD Maximum of $150 per quarter<br />

contact MECA/CASA 253.566.5025<br />

Veterans Services<br />

<strong>TCC</strong> is approved for the education of<br />

active duty military, National Guard and<br />

selected reservists, veterans and their eligible<br />

dependents. Veterans Affairs educational<br />

benefits are available under several programs.<br />

<strong>TCC</strong> was selected as a military friendly school<br />

by G.I. Jobs for 2010.<br />

contact Veterans Services<br />

253.566.5081<br />

www.tacomacc.edu/veteransservices<br />

AWARD Varies<br />

contact Financial Aid Services<br />

253.566.5080<br />

www.tacomacc.edu/finaid<br />

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Before you apply ...<br />

STARS Essay Questions<br />

Prepare your responses to the following three free-form essay questions:<br />

1. In 250 words or less, please tell us:<br />

(1) your career goals, (2) what has influenced<br />

you to choose them, and (3) why you believe<br />

you will successfully achieve your goals.<br />

2. In 250 words or less, please<br />

(1) LIST your volunteer activities, personal<br />

achievements, honors, awards, leadership roles<br />

or any other accomplishments, (2) describe your<br />

role in the experience(s) and (3) share what you<br />

learned from the experience(s).<br />

Prepare your 250-word<br />

responses in Word. Doing so<br />

allows access to better editing<br />

tools, including spell check<br />

and word count. Then you<br />

can simply paste them into<br />

the appropriate section of the<br />

application when prompted.<br />

3. Please share with us any personal or family circumstances affecting your need for<br />

financial aid. (using 250 words or less)<br />

Supplemental Essays<br />

Make sure you are using Internet<br />

Explorer, Firefox or Safari as your<br />

web browser.<br />

You will need to have a declared<br />

major and know what degree or<br />

certificate you are seeking<br />

The following are required:<br />

1. Email address. All contact with<br />

you will be sent via this address.<br />

Please contact us with any<br />

changes. Your college email is<br />

preferred.<br />

2. <strong>TCC</strong> Student ID number. For<br />

more information see page 2.<br />

3. Transcript(s) Required. Obtain<br />

copies of your most current<br />

unofficial transcript - high school,<br />

GED, or most recent college. If<br />

you are a current <strong>TCC</strong> student you<br />

can find it in the portal.<br />

4. One letter of recommendation is<br />

required from a teacher, counselor<br />

or employer. If possible, scan your<br />

recommendation(s) and unofficial<br />

transcript(s) for uploading.<br />

If a scholarship requires a supplemental essay or additional information, you may skip it and return<br />

to it later. You may then prepare your scholarship essay in Word, return to the scholarship, and copy<br />

and paste your essay into the appropriate section. Your application is incomplete until the request is<br />

satisfied. See page 21 for more information.<br />

Important!<br />

••<br />

Read the instructions<br />

The most important thing you can do to ensure that your scholarship application<br />

is successful is to read and follow all instructions.<br />

••<br />

Save often<br />

Depending on your server, the application will time-out after a period of inactivity.<br />

When completing each section of the application, you must click Save and Exit or<br />

Save and Continue at the bottom of each page or your progress will not be saved.<br />

••<br />

Pay attention<br />

Pay attention to additional scholarship requirements (like supplemental essays or portfolios).<br />

••<br />

March 16 deadline<br />

Changes/corrections can be made to your online application until March 16.<br />

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STARS<br />

Applying Online: A Step-by-Step Guide<br />

<br />

Creating a profile<br />

• Go to https://scholarships.tacomacc.edu/stars/<br />

• Click on the Apply Now button<br />

• Click on Start Here to create a new profile<br />

• Your user name and password is emailed to you once you register<br />

• After initial registration, you’ll use your user name and password to log in until March 16, 2012.<br />

If you have applied for scholarships in the past, you can use the same login and password.<br />

Depending on your server, the STARS application will time-out after a period of inactivity.<br />

Click Save often!<br />

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<br />

Personal Information<br />

• Fill out ALL required information accurately and honestly<br />

• Enter your <strong>TCC</strong> Student ID number<br />

• Only students with a valid <strong>TCC</strong> Student ID number will be considered for scholarships<br />

• Provide a valid email address<br />

Depending on your server, the STARS application will time-out after a period of inactivity.<br />

Click Save often!<br />

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STARS<br />

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<br />

Opening Questionnaire<br />

• Read each question carefully before answering<br />

• Additional questions will appear as you click on your answers<br />

• Click Save and Continue to go to the next page once you have reached the last question<br />

Depending on your server, the STARS application will time-out after a period of inactivity.<br />

Click Save often!<br />

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<br />

Academic Information<br />

This screen may vary depending on your student status.<br />

Enter (if applicable):<br />

• your high school name and graduation date<br />

• your high school GPA (applications without a GPA will not be reviewed)<br />

• the college major you have declared<br />

• your anticipated college graduation date<br />

• your current college cumulative GPA (if applicable)<br />

• your anticipated college grade status for the start of fall quarter<br />

• the number of college credit hours you will have completed by the start of fall quarter<br />

Depending on your server, the STARS application will time-out after a period of inactivity.<br />

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Financial Information<br />

Once you have selected answers for the first two questions, the entire form will be visible.<br />

• You will need to answer these questions to the best of your ability<br />

• You must complete all required information in this section<br />

• Financial information will be verified by the Financial Aid Office during the scholarship award process<br />

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Free Form Essay Questions<br />

All questions must be answered “N/A” or no response will disqualify your application.<br />

• If you prepared your responses in Word as suggested, copy and paste into the appropriate section<br />

• If not, enter your answers in each section<br />

• This page will time out depending on your server – save often or you will lose your work<br />

• You may return to this screen as often as you want before March 16<br />

First step is to click Edit which<br />

will take you to a new window<br />

where you enter your answer. Click<br />

Submit when done. Do this for each<br />

question.<br />

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Attach Documents<br />

• Follow the instructions to upload your recommendation letter(s), transcript(s) and any additional<br />

documentation<br />

• If you don’t have computer access or you’re having problems uploading your documents ... Bring your<br />

flashdrive to <strong>TCC</strong> and upload your documents at the Info Commons (Bldg. 16) or the Writing & Tutoring<br />

Center (Bldg. 7)<br />

• Documents must be received by March 16<br />

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Recommended <strong>Scholarships</strong><br />

Follow these steps for all scholarships that were provided on your list.<br />

You will only be considered for those scholarships for which you have clicked Apply Now.<br />

Review this field<br />

for accuracy<br />

To review<br />

scholarships<br />

you have<br />

applied for,<br />

click View<br />

Scholarship<br />

Status<br />

You must click Apply Now<br />

in order to apply for each scholarship<br />

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<strong>Scholarships</strong><br />

Be sure to review the criteria and check the boxes that apply.<br />

If any of these criteria do not apply, you are not eligible for this scholarship.<br />

• Complete each application as thoroughly as possible<br />

• When complete, click on Apply Now<br />

• To apply for more scholarships, click on Apply for More <strong>Scholarships</strong><br />

• If done, click Done Applying for <strong>Scholarships</strong> which will exit you<br />

from STARS and send you to the log on screen<br />

APPLY NOW!<br />

The only scholarships<br />

TIP you will be considered<br />

for are the ones for<br />

which you have clicked<br />

Apply Now at the bottom<br />

of the scholarship page.<br />

Be sure to<br />

review the<br />

criteria and<br />

check the<br />

boxes that<br />

apply<br />

All<br />

requirements<br />

must be<br />

checked<br />

in order to<br />

apply for the<br />

scholarship<br />

If additional<br />

documents<br />

are needed,<br />

complete/attach<br />

before applying<br />

Last step!<br />

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What's next<br />

Early June<br />

If you are chosen to receive a scholarship, initial<br />

notification will be sent to the email in your<br />

STARS profile. No award amount information<br />

will be given to you at this time.<br />

Mid-June<br />

You will receive a letter detailing your award<br />

information and additional requirements.<br />

Your requirements will be: (1) Completing a<br />

scholarship agreement form; and<br />

(2) Writing a thank you letter to your donor.<br />

Mid-July<br />

Your additional requirements (agreement form and<br />

thank you letter) will be due. If you do not fulfill<br />

the request, your scholarship will be rescinded.<br />

Your mailing and email address<br />

in STARS will be used for all<br />

notifications.<br />

<strong>Scholarships</strong> close March 16.<br />

Outreach & Recruitment Services.<br />

253.566.6042<br />

www.tacomacc.edu/admissionsteam<br />

CASA......................... 253.566.5025<br />

www.tacomacc.edu/casameca<br />

For more info ...<br />

FAFSA..................... 1.800.4-FedAid<br />

www.fafsa.gov<br />

Financial Aid<br />

Services..................... 253.566.5080<br />

www.tacomacc.edu/costsandaid<br />

MECA......................... 253.566.5025<br />

www.tacomacc.edu/casameca<br />

September<br />

Funds will be disbursed.<br />

Early November<br />

You will be required to attend the scholarship<br />

recognition event.<br />

NOTE: You must meet the criteria as you agreed<br />

to in the scholarship application. If you fail to<br />

meet the minimum requirements for the length<br />

of the scholarship (i.e. 10 credits minimum per<br />

quarter) your scholarship will be rescinded.<br />

GOOD LUCK!<br />

Remember, this application is the only way the<br />

scholarship taskforce can get to know you.<br />

Thoughtful, heart-felt responses may help your<br />

score.<br />

<strong>TCC</strong> <strong>Foundation</strong>........253.566.5003<br />

www.tacomacc.edu/scholarships<br />

Veterans Services..... 253.566.5081<br />

www.tacomacc.edu/veteransservices<br />

Current as of Jan. 26, 2012

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