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The Richland County Foundation has opened its college scholarship application period. It did so on December 19, two weeks earlier than in previous years.
New applicants including high school seniors must have at least a 2.5-grade point average (GPA), and returning applicants must have at least a 2.0 GPA, attend an accredited school, and be a resident of Richland County, or a graduate of a Richland County high school.
The deadline for college scholarship applications is April 1.
The Foundation Board of Trustees also awards career technical education (CTE) scholarships to individuals who want to obtain certifications and credentials at accredited technical institutions. The applications will be considered as they are received, and the award determinations will be made within eight weeks.
The scholarship will be sent directly to the school. These are not recurring scholarships so students must re-apply each year. College and CTE scholarships are based on financial need.
For more information visit the website at richlandcountyfoundation.org or contact Marth-May at 419- 525-3020 or [email protected].
