Deadline: Friday, April 6th, 2012
Carroll County Training Consortium
1704 Highland Avenue
Carrollton, KY 41008
2012 - RENEWABLE TECHNOLOGY SCHOLARSHIPS
The Carroll County Training Consortium provides renewable technology scholarships to students graduating from high schools in the Carroll, Gallatin, Trimble, Owen and Henry county areas (consideration for students outside these areas is given based on available funding). The scholarship is a full-tuition scholarship that is automatically renewed each year subject on satisfactory academic progress. The rules pertaining to selection of applicants and requirements of recipients are included in this packet on pages 3 thru 8.
Application Instructions (Please submit your packet in this order):
- Complete the application (page 2 of this packet). All information in the application must be complete. KEES award amounts should be obtained from the high school counselor. Be sure both you and your High School Counselor sign the application.
- Submit one (1) letter of reference from a teacher.
- Submit one (1) letter of reference from a community member other than a teacher.
- Copy of High School Transcripts (Must show all grades through Dec. 2011)
- High School Attendance Record (Can be included as part of transcript)
- Any College (post-secondary) transcripts including dual-credit courses
- A Two (2) page essay describing your academic and career objectives, reason for applying for this scholarship, financial need, and any other information related to your application. This essay should be typed and double-spaced using a standard font such as Times New Roman 12 point font size.
- Keep pages 3 – 7 of this application packet for your records. If selected for the scholarship these rules will be used to maintain your eligibility, and also include information about the selection process.
- Be sure your application is complete and includes all required materials. Incomplete applications will not be considered and will be returned.
Submit application and required materials by hand or mail to:
Jill Ralston
Industry Training and Development Specialist
Education and Workforce Development Cabinet
Office of Career and Technical Education
Carroll County Area Technology Center
1704 Highland Ave.
Carrollton, KY 41008
Applications not submitted to the address above will not be considered.
DO NOT SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION TO YOUR COUNSELOR, Deliver to Above Address ONLY.
2012 - Renewable Technology Scholarship Application
Name ______Date______
Last First MI
Home Address______
Street or P.O. Box City State Zip
Home Phone______Last 4 Digits of SSN: XXX-XX-______
Date of Birth______Gender______
Name of high school attended______
High School Graduation Date (Month/Year)______
Program you plan to study: (Please Check Only One)
o Applied Process Technology (Industrial Chemical Technology)
o Engineering and Electronics Technology - Industrial Specialization
o Engineering and Electronics Technology – Mechanical Specialization
o Engineering and Electronics Technology – Electronics Specialization
o Engineering and Electronics Technology – Automation Specialization
o Information Technology – Network Administration Option
List any community activities, honors, or employment recognition:
Please attach a two (2) page, typed, double-spaced essay that includes your academic and career objectives, reason for applying for this scholarship, financial need and any other information that is related to your application.
KEES Award/Other Scholarship Money $______
Counselor Signature______
Dow Corning and Gallatin Steel Groundhog Scholarships (Tenative, If Available):
By Checking Yes I give the Carroll County Training Consortium permission to share my application and all included documentation and records with Dow Corning and Gallatin Steel Company for consideration in conjunction with their scholarship programs. I understand that these scholarships are separate from the CCTC scholarship and have different requirements and rules and that if selected for one of these scholarships I will be contacted by the respective company regarding that selection.
By signing below verify that the above information is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge, and I agree to submit proof of the same should such information be requested. My signature below verifies that I have read and received a copy of the rules.
APPLICANT
SIGNATURE______
Rules pertaining to all CCTC Scholarship Recipients / Applicants
Introduction – About the CCTC Scholarship
The CCTC Renewable Technology Scholarship is designed to provide students with the opportunity to earn an Associate of Applied Science degree (AAS) in one of three programs related to industry needs in Carroll County and surrounding areas. These programs include Engineering Technology (including Industrial Maintenance and Industrial Automation, Electronic Specialization), Chemical Technology and Information Technology. This scholarship is made possible through generous donations by local businesses and industries.
This is a full tuition scholarship that is automatically renewed each semester (subject to the terms outlined in the scholarship rules).
Scholarship Rules:
Section I – Selection of Recipients
1) Eligible applicants include any high school senior that wishes to earn an Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in the Engineering Technology, Chemical Technology or Information Technology fields at Jefferson Community and Technical College.
a. The Engineering Technology major includes the following specializations:
i. Industrial OR
ii. Electronics OR
iii. Robotics and Automation
b. The Chemical Technology major includes the following specializations:
i. Process Operator / Maintenance OR
ii. Lab Technician
c. The Information Technology major includes the following specializations:
i. Cisco Certified Network Administrator OR
ii. Microsoft Certified Network Administrator
2) Eligible applicants should submit the required materials to the CCTC either in person, or by mail. All submissions must be made to the following person and location. DO NOT SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION TO YOUR HIGH SCHOOL COUNSELOR, Send to Address Below:
Jill Ralston
Industry Training and Development Specialist
Education and Workforce Development Cabinet
Office of Career and Technical Education
Carroll County Area Technology Center
1704 Highland Ave.
Carrollton, KY 41008
Note: Ms. Ralston’s office is located at the Carroll County Area Technology Center.
3) Students applying for the scholarship must submit their application no later than the specified deadline of their senior year. Applications not received by the specified deadline will not be considered.
a. Extensions to this deadline may be issued based on the number of applications received. For information about extensions, please contact Jill Ralston by calling 502-732-9919.
4) Student selection is based on the following criteria
a. Academic Performance
b. Attendance Record
c. Financial Need
d. Citizenship
e. Demonstrated commitment to career goals
i. This commitment can be demonstrated by club membership, organizational memberships, internships and cooperative education.
f. County of residence
i. Students from Carroll, Gallatin, Owen, Trimble, and Henry counties will be considered for scholarship awards prior to considering students outside these areas.
5) The CCTC reserves the right to request an in-person interview with any or all applicants in conjunction with the selection process.
Section II – Tuition Payments
Students awarded the CCTC scholarship will receive up to full tuition payment (not including books) at Jefferson Community and Technical College. This scholarship may only be used at Jefferson Community and Technical College. All payments for student tuition are subject to the rules of Section II.
1) To be eligible for tuition awards under the CCTC scholarship the student must complete the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid). The FAFSA will determine the student eligibility for financial aid (grants) both at the federal and state levels.
a. The student (and student’s parents) should complete the FAFSA application at the same time as the scholarship application. This will ensure eligibility for any grants is determined prior to the beginning of the student’s first semester in college.
i. FAFSA Applications are available on campus at JCTC in Carrollton, or at most high school guidance offices.
ii. FAFSA applicants will receive a SAR (Student Aid Report). A copy of the student aid report must be filed with the CCTC each year to show proof of application for financial aid funds. Scholarship funds will not be released until a copy of the SAR is on file with the CCTC.
b. Assistance with completing the FAFSA can be obtained free of charge by contacting the Student Affairs representative at JCTC. For assistance please call 502-732-4846 ext. 35216 and speak with Heather Yocum – or contact Charlotte Ross at the Jefferson Financial Aid office by calling 502-213-4153.
c. Any financial aid awards will be applied to the student’s tuition prior to scholarship payment.
2) Students must complete the FAFSA application each year during the month of March to renew or re-apply for financial aid awards for the upcoming year.
a. Failure to re-apply each year for renewal of financial aid awards and submit the student aid report will result in tuition payment being delayed until the financial aid report has been submitted.
3) KEES awards will be applied to student’s tuition prior to scholarship payment.
a. While KEES awards are applied to tuition prior to the CCTC being billed, any student with a KEES award may turn their book receipts in to the CCTC for reimbursement each semester.
i. The Reimbursement will be based on the total value of the book receipts, or the total value of the student’s KEES award, whichever is least.
ii. Students must pay for their textbooks up front to be eligible to apply for re-imbursement of their KEES money.
iii. Any student who charges books to their KEES award will not be eligible for any book refunds that semester regardless of the amount charged against their KEES.
4) All other scholarships, whether recurring or one time, will be applied to the student’s tuition and fees prior to scholarship billing.
5) The CCTC Scholarship is not a cash award scholarship. All payments made by the CCTC toward tuition will be made directly to JCTC with the exception of qualifying textbook refunds (see Section II part 3).
Section III – Academic/Enrollment Standards for Scholarship Recipients
1) The scholarship will be automatically renewed each semester for a maximum of 4 years as long as the student meets satisfactory academic progress standards outlined below.
a. During the first year the student must maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher.
i. Failure to maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.0 will result in forfeiture of the scholarship.
b. At the end of the first year of attendance (end of the spring semester) the student GPA will be evaluated. The student GPA must be 2.5 or higher at the end of the first year, and remain at or above 2.5 during the second year, and each year thereafter to receive 100% of their scholarship.
i. If the student GPA falls between 2.0 and 2.5 at the end of the first year or anytime thereafter, the student scholarship will be funded at 50% of the student’s eligible tuition for each semester where the GPA is between 2.0 and 2.5
1. Once the student cumulative GPA rises above 2.5 the scholarship will again be funded at 100% of the eligible tuition unless the cumulative GPA falls below 2.5 again.
ii. Failure to maintain a cumulative GPA above a 2.0 will result in forfeiture of the scholarship.
2) In order to maintain scholarship eligibility, all CCTC scholarship students must maintain full-time student status.
a. Full-time status is defined as being enrolled for 12 credit hours or more per semester during both Fall and Spring semesters.
b. Students are encouraged to attend classes during the summer semester to accelerate their graduation; however the summer semester is not a requirement.
c. Failure to maintain full-time status without prior approval of the CCTC will result in forfeiture of the scholarship.
i. Exceptions to the full-time rule are sometimes necessary when a student is approaching the end of their program of study. In cases such as this permission to be less than full time may be granted at the discretion of the CCTC.
d. Any break in enrollment (such as taking a Fall or Spring semester off) will result in forfeiture of the scholarship.
e. Failure to enroll in the first semester following the award of the scholarship will result in forfeiture of the scholarship.
f. Exceptions to the enrollment rules are made only in cases of extreme hardship and are decided on a case by case basis by the Carroll County Training Consortium Scholarship Subcommittee.
i. Any student wishing to request a break in enrollment due to a significant hardship must contact the Carroll County Training Consortium in writing explaining their situation, and why the student believes he/she should be allowed a break in enrollment. The request for a break in enrollment must be made prior to the break.
Section IV – Course Repeat Policy
1) The CCTC scholarship will allow a student to repeat one course during their academic career and cover the cost of the course repeat. This means if a student fails a course (and still maintains the minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA) or withdraws from a course, then that course can be repeated and covered by the scholarship.
2) Once a student has repeated one course, regardless of the reason for the repeat, the student will be financially responsible to pay for any additional repeats.
3) Exceptions to this policy apply when a student enrolls in a class, but withdraws early enough to receive a 100% refund. Refund dates are set on a semester by semester basis and published by Jefferson Community and Technical College. Students should refer to the JCTC Semester Calendar to obtain refund dates.
4) If a student needs to repeat a 2nd (or any additional) course(s), the student will have to pay the tuition according to the tuition payment policies of the college.
5) Any student having tuition due based on the above rules must pay their share of the tuition by the college tuition deadline (usually no later than the first day of classes).
Section V – Advising
1) All CCTC scholarship recipients will be assigned an advisor at JCTC. This advisor is typically the Coordinator of Academic Programs for the Carrollton Campus.