GHC Scholarships

The Georgia Highlands College Foundation currently provides the following scholarships to students:

Non-Traditional Scholarships - May 1 (Fall semester) October 15 (Spring Semester)
These scholarships are established for non-traditional students (25 years of age or older by August 1 of the academic year for which they are applying). The award is for $500 per semester, with a maximum award of $1,000 per student. These scholarships are funded by proceeds from the annual basketball tournaments held at Georgia Highlands College. Recipients are required to work in admissions and concessions at the tournament to "give back" to the event that provides the majority of funding for the scholarships. Apply Now

Wesley C. Walraven Sr. Academic Scholarship - May 1
This scholarship is awarded to a graduating senior from Pepperell High School and is based on academic merit and interest in science or math. The scholarship was established in memory of former Vice President of Academic Affairs, Wesley Walraven, by the Walraven family and provides full tuition for two years.
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Community Criminal Justice Scholarship - May 1
This scholarship was established to provide financial assistance as a "bridge" to the HOPE scholarship and is funded primarily by the Rotary Club of Rome and the Community Criminal Justice Foundation. The scholarship provides assistance during the first 30 semester hours to a student majoring in Criminal Justice. Apply Now

David B. McCorkle National Creative Society Award - May 1
This scholarship is awarded to students who are gifted in one of the four areas: poetry, prose, performance or pictures. The award was established to honor GHC Founding President Dr. David B. McCorkle.
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Colin W. Shanahan Scholarship - June 1
This scholarship was established by the Shanahan family in 1996 to honor the memory of their son, Colin. Colin was a graduate of Cedartown High School. The award is open to any student with a documented learning disability. Apply Now

Carlin-Routledge Nursing Scholarship - August 6
This scholarship was established by the Wollstein family in 1991 to assist first-year nursing students. The scholarship is based on citizenship, determination, academic merit and need.Since 1991 the Wollstein family has encouraged family members as well as friends and co-workers to support this scholarship which, in turn, supports the Georgia Highlands College nursing program and students. Apply Now

Cathryn E. Bloomfield Dental Hygiene Scholarship - August 6
This scholarship was established by the Bloomfield family in memory of their daughter who was a dental hygiene student at the Medical College of Georgia (MCG). The scholarship was transferred from the MCG to Georgia Highlands College in 1998 when the dental hygiene program began at the institution. The scholarship is based on academic merit, the ability to complete the program and financial need. The scholarship is awarded to a second-year student. Apply Now

Carol Callahan Memorial Scholarship - May 1
This scholarship was established in memory of Carol Callahan who once served as Director of Academic Support at Georgia Highlands College. Her husband, Jack, and her daughters, Carleen and Kate, established the scholarship to honor her memory and commitment to her professional field. The scholarship supports non-traditional students who have successfully completed developmental classes and have transitioned into their core academic courses at Georgia Highlands College.
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Jim and Ida Cook Study Abroad Scholarship Fund - January 31
This scholarship was established by Professor Emeritus Dr. James Cook and his wife, Ida, a Georgia Highlands College alumna. The Cooks established the scholarship because they understand that the majority of students at Georgia Highlands cannot afford the expense of foreign travel; however, having led numerous study abroad trips, the Cooks know that study abroad is a valuable part of a college education. The award is based on academic merit and financial need and will range from $500 to $1,000. The scholarship award is awarded by the college's Scholarship Committee with assistance from the International Committee. Apply Now

Bill & Pat Eakes Scholarship - July 9
This scholarship is awarded to qualifying second-year nursing students and a LPN-RN or a paramedic-RN bridge student. The award was established by Bill and Pat Eakes of Cartersville in 2004 and marked the single largest gift in the history of the college. Apply Now

Bartow County Service Scholarship - May 1
This scholarship is intended to promote and reward community service, this provides full tuition for one year. The student MUST be a Bartow County resident with demonstrated need. Each recipient will perform 80 hours of community service in Bartow County during the year and after the award. (documented by their charity supervisor) Students must be attending GHC or have been admitted for the upcoming Fall semester. An essay is needed that describes your involvement in community service. Apply Now

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