What Types of Scholarships Does the Ocean County College Foundation Offer?
The Foundation offers a variety of scholarships for recent high school graduates, newly enrolled, current students, returning students, and graduating.
How Much Scholarship Support Does the Foundation Provide Annually?
Each year, the Foundation awards over $500,000.00 in scholarship support.
What Criteria Are Considered for Scholarship Eligibility?
Eligibility is based on factors such as current GPA, and enrollment status at the time of payment.
Do I Need to Reapply for the Spring Semester if I Received a Scholarship for the Fall Semester?
No, qualified applicants from the fall semester will automatically be considered for spring semester awards.
How Will the Value of My Spring Semester Award Be Determined?
The Foundation will confirm your continued enrollment, number of credits registered for the spring semester, and cumulative GPA after the fall semester to determine the value of your award.
When Will I Be Notified About My Award?
Notifications will be sent out in September, January and May (Graduating Awards) to qualified students.
What Should I Do if I Did Not Receive a Scholarship in the Fall but Want to Apply for the Spring Term?
The application period will be open for students who did not receive a scholarship in the fall. We encourage all interested students to apply.
Are There Separate Applications for Graduating Awards?
Yes, a separate application must be submitted for Graduating Awards once the application period is open.
How Does the Online Scholarship Application Process Work?
The Foundation’s online scholarship application automatically matches students to certain scholarships, but students may also need to click “Apply” for others. It’s important to check eligibility carefully for “Apply” scholarships.
Will There Be External Scholarship Opportunities Available Throughout the Year?
Yes, the Foundation will post external scholarship opportunities regularly. Students are encouraged to check back regularly for updates.