Foundation
Scholarships
Silicon Forest Scholarship
| Award Amount: | up to $2,500 per academic year |
| Available Awards: | Varies |
| Specific Course of Study: | Computer science, transfer computer programming, microcomputer support specialist, network technology, computer electronics, electronic engineering, microelectronics/industrial electronics, integrated circuit mask design, mathematics or transfer engineering programs. |
| Required Academic Standing: | 3.0 |
| Enrollment Status: | Full-time (minimum 12 credits) |
| Financial Constraints: | Applicants must be eligible for Financial Aid. |
| Other Criteria: | Applicant must maintain a 3.0 GPA and provide current address (for up to five years) after graduation. Women and students of all ethnic backgrounds are encouraged to apply. |
| Additional Application Requirements: | Checklist below |
| Eligible Expenses: | Tuition, books and fees |
| Background Information: | This fund was established by National Science Foundation. |
Checklist
- I have submitted a Financial Aid application to the Financial Aid office.
- I satisfy all program requirements.
- I have maintained a 3.0 GPA in college (if applicable).
- I have enrolled or will be enrolling in one of the eligible programs.
- I have completed and submitted a Chemeketa Community College Foundation scholarship application.
- I have attached copies of my high school and/or college transcripts.
- I have attached a one-page essay describing my educational goals, listing all relevant work experience, especially high tech jobs, and listing any extracurricular activities in science, engineering, mathematics, or other appropriate fields.
- I have attached two letters of recommendation (not relatives), or instructor references written within the last 90 days.
Women and students of all ethnic backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
For additional information, contact John Hawkins, executive director, at 503.399.7711 or Otilia Morales, Foundation Scholarship Coordinator, at 503.399.6990.
Updated October 2006 by the College Advancement Department.