Scholarships Northeast Institutional Scholarships and Awards NEMCC offers a large number of scholarships including Institutional Scholarships which are based on ACT performance, academic achievement, career/technical incentive, activity, leadership, participation and competition. Students may also apply and be considered for a limited number of scholarships available through the Northeast Development Foundation/ Alumni Association which are included in Agency Scholarships. It is the responsibility of students to carefully review the various scholarships and submit an Application for Scholarships. Information and assistance is available by contacting the Coordinator of Scholarships Joye Farris at (662) 720-7273. Institutional Scholarships ACT Performance, Academic Achievement, Career/Technical Incentive, Activity, Leadership, Participation and Competition Use the enclosed application unless specific application is required. Administered by VP of Student Services 662-720-7273 or 1-800-555-2154 Email: mjfarris@nemcc.edu Fax: 662-728-1165 Institutional Scholarships along with specific criteria for each scholarship are listed below. An application is required and should be submitted to Coordinator of Scholarships. Scholarships are subject to the availability of scholarship funds. Applications should be submitted by April 1st for priority consideration. Applications received after April 1st will be processed in order determined by the date received and availability of funds. Students will be notified promptly regarding the status of their application. General criteria applying to Institutional Scholarships is as follows: 1. Institutional Scholarships may be awarded for four (4) semesters. 2. Institutional Scholarships awarded, regardless of type and budget of funds, will be considered in determining the maximum number of semesters provided. 3. Students must enroll in at least 15 semester hours (12 academic hours) to receive institutional scholarships, with the exception of participation, and competition scholarships, which requires enrollment in a minimum of 12 semester hours. 4. Academic, ACT, Career/Technical, Activity, Leadership and participation/competition scholarships may be combined up to the amount for tuition, dorm, meals, registration fee, technology, activity fee and ID. A 90+ GPA and any ACT scholarship may not be combined. Ipads are not covered by any institutional scholarships. 5. These scholarships are awarded in an amount of one-fourth each semester and are renewable based upon the criteria listed under each scholarship.
Specific scholarships and criteria for each are as follows: ACT Performance (1) 30+ ACT... $13,644 ($3,411 per semester) A tuition, dorm and meal scholarship renewable based upon completing a 15 semester hour credit load each semester with a 3.0 GPA each semester for four semesters. (2) 24-29 ACT... $6,000 ($1,500 per semester) A tuition scholarship renewable upon completing a 15 semester hour credit load each semester with a 3.0 GPA each semester for four semesters. (3) 22-23 ACT... $3,000 ($750 per semester) A one-half (1/2) tuition scholarship renewable upon completing a 15 semester hour credit load each semester with a 3.0 GPA each semester for four semesters. (4) 19-21 ACT or Grade Point Average 90+... $800.00* ($200.00 per semester) The GPA 90+ scholarships can t be combined with any ACT scholarship. This scholarship is renewable based upon completing a 15 hour credit load each semester with a 3.0 GPA each semester for four semesters. Academic Achievement Valedictorian/Salutatorian... $6,000 ($1,500 per semester) First and second in class based on GPA. A tuition scholarship renewable based upon completing a 15 semester hour credit load each semester with a 3.0 GPA each semester for four semesters. Career/Technical Incentive (1) Special Career Incentive... $6,000 ($1,500 per semester) A tuition scholarship for students who are first place winner in DECA, FBLA, FCCLA, FFA, HOSA, Skills USA, TSA, or any other nationally affiliated career/technical organization on the state and/or national level. (2) Career Incentive... $3,000 ($750 per semester) A one-half (1/2) tuition scholarship for students who are a second or third place winner in DECA, FBLA, FCCLA, FFA, HOSA, Skills USA, TSA, or any other nationally affiliated career/technical organization on state and/or national level. *NOTE: Both the Special Career Incentive and Career Incentive are renewable based on a 15 semester hour credit load each semester with a 3.0 GPA each semester for four semesters. These scholarships are for first time freshman students. Transfer and Returning Students please see the scholarship Leadership... $200.00 ($50.00 per semester) Criteria: Must be an entering freshman with demonstrated participation and contributions in a minimum of two (2) high school clubs or civic organizations and leadership ability as demonstrated by selection as an officer in a church, school, or community organization. Verification is required by the student s high school counselor or principal. This scholarship is renewable based upon completing a 15 semester hour credit load each semester with a 3.0 GPA each semester for four semesters. (Scholarship application required) Activity... not to exceed the cost of tuition Criteria: Must excel in school sponsored clubs, organizations and extra-curricular activities. A letter of recommendation is required by an official from the student s school listing all forms of participation. The scholarship is renewable based upon active participation in a NEMCC club, organization or extra-curricular activity each semester and completing a 15 semester hour credit load each semester for four semesters with a GPA of 3.0 each semester. Awarded by the Vice President of Student s Office. (Scholarship Application Required) * Limited Number Available*
Institutional Scholarship Participation and Competition These scholarships are awarded to students who have special abilities, skills or talents who are selected to participate in a related activity while attending NEMCC. Included are athletic scholarships, band scholarships, cheerleading scholarships, chorus scholarships, piano and voice scholarships, journalism scholarships, commercial art scholarships and country western music scholarships. All students awarded these scholarships are required to maintain enrollment as full time students (minimum of 12 semester hours or greater) each semester for which scholarships are received. Selection is made by respective NE coach, Director, or instructor based upon previous exemplary performance and/or competitive try-outs. Scholarship amounts and requirements vary according to the particular scholarship. Requirements specific to a particular scholarship are set by the Coach, Director, or instructor. Some scholarship requirements may be determined by national, state, and/or NEMCC regulations and guidelines. Expectations and requirements for various scholarships will be clearly communicated in writing to respective students. Failure to comply will be grounds for reducing or terminating the scholarship upon sufficient notice. Scholarships may not be awarded in amount greater than the amount that could be awarded to a Mississippi resident with the exception of regulations that apply to athletics. Athletic Scholarships are awarded by the Athletic Department. Interested applicants should contact the head coach of the various intercollegiate sports. Band Scholarships are awarded to members of the Northeast Tiger Band. Scholarships average one-half tuition and fees and one-half room and board per semester. The Director of the Northeast Band should be contacted for additional information and application forms. Cheerleaders at Northeast Mississippi Community College are selected by a panel of judges to represent the college at athletic events. Selections are made for one academic year, and are made on the basis of try-outs. Cheerleaders are awarded a scholarship each semester. Cheerleaders must be enrolled as full-time students each semester and must maintain a 2.00 GPA. Chorus Scholarships are awarded to students comprising the Northeast Chorus. Selections are made by the Director of the Northeast Chorus. SCHOLARSHIPS AND INFORMATION ARE LISTED BELOW: Commercial Artist Scholarship recipient is selected by the Department of Art. Northeast provides annually a full tuition scholarship to a commercial art student who does commercial art work, upon request, for the various departments on campus. Hours worked are equal to tuition rate divided by the current work study hourly rate. Country Western Music Scholarships are awarded to students comprising the Country Western Chorus. Selections are made by the Director of the Country Western program. Journalism Scholarships are offered annually to freshman or sophomore editors of the student newspaper. Recipient is selected by the faculty advisor of student publications. Music Department Scholarships are awarded in piano and voice to talented students. Selections are made by the Music Department. NOTE: Try-outs, if required, for the above scholarships will be announced and publicized. For information, call (662) 720-7273 and ask to speak to the appropriate coach, director, or instructor. Information may also be obtained on-line at www.nemcc.edu. Other Scholarships Check out the following websites: www.studentaid.ed.gov www.students.gov www.ed.gov/programs/bastmp/shea.htm www.fastweb.com Pom Squad Scholarships are awarded to outstanding dances that perform at basketball games and other select activities. Selection is made from the Tiger Dancers. Students must participate as a Tiger Dancer in order to have the opportunity to participate with the Pom Squad. Tiger Dancers will be notified about try outs. Theatre Department Scholarships are awarded to actors, crew, and stagecraft applicants. Contact the Director of Theatre for more information. Tiger Ambassadors are offered a work study position on a semester basis to represent and assist the college at recruiting/college fairs and to assist with other duties involving contact with prospective students. To apply see the Director of Enrollment Services or call (662) 720-7591 for information. Tiger Dancer scholarships are awarded to outstanding dancers for their participation in the Northeast Tiger Band. For more information about tryouts contact the Director of Bands. Also, check with the following: foundations, religious organizations, community organizations, local businesses, civic groups, organizations related to your field of interest, your employer or your parent s employers.
NEMCC Foundation Agency Scholarships A complete list of Agency scholarships is available at www.nemcc.edu Click on Foundation & Alumni then Foundation Scholarships Complete the NEMCC Foundation Online Scholarship Application Deadline is March 15th Administered by the NE Development Foundation Phone: 662-720-7185 of Fax 662-720-7569 Email: tsjohnson@nemcc.edu Financial Assistance Available Complete information available at www.nemcc.edu Grants Federal Pell Grants Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant Mississippi Resident Tuition Assistance Grant Program Mississippi Eminent Scholars Grant Program Work Study Program Federal Work Study Program Northeast Work Study Program Loans Subsidized Federal Stafford Loans Unsubsidized Federal Stafford Loans Agency Scholarships Scholarship applications must be completed for these awards (Priority deadline is March 15) Northeast Development Foundation Office of Financial Aid Institutional Scholarships Scholarship applications must be made for these awards (priority deadline March 15) ACT Performance Academic Achievement Activity Career/Technical Incentive Leadership Students must contact directors/advisors/coaches of the following programs for scholarship information: Athletic Band Cheerleader Chorus Commercial Artist Country/Western Music Journalism Music Pom Squad Theatre Tiger Ambassador Tiger Dancer Notice: Total institutional scholarship awards are based on scholarship guidelines listed on front page of this form. Certain institutional scholarships may not be combined. Book and/or Ipad charges and other fees will not be covered by scholarships funded by the institution. Fall 2017
SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION PRIORITY DEADLINE: APRIL 1 STUDENT INFORMATION Name LAST Permanent Mailing Address Social Security # CITY STATE ZIP FIRST MIDDLE Phone ( ) Sex Male Female Birthdate Year you plan to enroll Academic Term for this application Fall Spring Where do you plan to live? On Campus Off Campus ACT or SAT score Student Classification Beginning Freshman Transfer Student Readmit Current SCHOOL INFORMATION High School Attended Last College Attended High School Graduation Year Dates attended Intended NEMCC Area of Study Check Scholarship(s) Applied For: 30+ ACT Valedictorian/Salutatorian Academic/GPA 90+ 24-29 ACT Special Career Incentive* 22-23 ACT Career Incentive** 19-21 ACT Leadership *For 1st place winners of a nationally affiliated career/technical organization on the state and/or national level. **For 2nd or 3rd place winners of a nationally affiliated career/technical organization on the state and/or national level. Only available if ACT score is below 19 Foundation To apply for Foundation Scholarships, applicants must complete an online application at: http://www.nemcc.edu/foundation NOTICE: Total institutional scholarship awards are based on scholarship guidelines listed on the front page of the scholarship packet. Certain institutional scholarships may not be combined. Book charges, Ipad, and other fees will not be covered by scholarships funded by the institution. OFFICE USE ONLY SCHOLARSHIP(S) OFFERED AMOUNT 30+ ACT $ 24-29 ACT $ 22-23 ACT $ 19-21 ACT $ Valedictorian/Salutatorian $ Leadership $ Special Career Incentive $ Career Incentive $ Academic/GPA 90+ $
SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION PRIORITY DEADLINE: APRIL 1 Documentation helpful for the scholarship committee in determining award: 1. The following academic information would be helpful to evaluate eligibility for incoming freshman for academic scholarships. Indicate your high school grade average, your rank in class, number in class, and composite standard ACT score or SAT score. High School Guidance Counselor/Principal Signature 2. Provide a copy of your ACT Scores! LEADERSHIP CRITERIA (9TH-12TH GRADE) List high school, community, and church activities, including awards and positions of responsibility and leadership held by you. Be sure to include any state, regional, and national honors you have received. Since one of the factors in scholarship selection is Leadership, DO NOT BE MODEST! If you are applying for a specific scholarship, please list the name of the scholarship: Do you give Northeast Mississippi Community College permission to release documentation of academic performance to scholarship agencies? Yes No Student Signature Date SEND APPLICATION TO: Vice President of Student Services Office- Joye Farris Northeast Mississippi Community College 101 Cunningham Blvd., Booneville, MS 38829 Phone: (662) 720-7273 Fax: (662) 728-1165