Chemeketa Scholars
Chemeketa Scholars program has generated applications from 285 high school seniors who want to attend Chemeketa next fall and take advantage of our free-tuition offer. These are high-achieving students with high school GPAs of 3.5 or better.
Are you a Chemeketa scholar?
Are you graduating from high school this academic year? Do you
currently have
a cumulative, unweighted GPA
of 3.5 or better (as of
7th semester
grades)? Are you attending a high school in the
Chemeketa service district?
Did you know...
There are more than 35 active clubs and student organizations at Chemeketa.
Chemeketa is a temporary home to international students from every continent except Antarctica.
More than 64,200 people enrolled in a Chemeketa class during the 2006-07 academic year.
The Chemeketa financial aid office received more than 11,300 applications that same year.
Nearly $1,000,000 in scholarships were awarded during the 2006-7 academic year and included money for college-related expenses such as child care.
Are you willing to:
Begin your college career the fall after you graduate high school?
Enroll in 12 or more credits per term?
Commit to maintaining at least a 3.25 GPA in your Chemeketa classes?
Then you're a Chemeketa scholar
Newly discharged military veterans may also qualify for this scholarship. Find out more.
Chemeketa Scholars qualify for
- A full tuition scholarship for up to two years.
- Placement in an on-campus, paid position such as student ambassador, peer advisor, tutor, or mentor. Job placement not guaranteed. Positions are limited.
Next Steps and Important Dates
Applications for the 2008-09 academic year are no longer being accepted. Please check back in January for the 2009-10 academic year.
- Chemeketa Scholars Priority Fall Orientation, Advising and Registration
Thursday – May 29, 2008, 3:30 – 5:30 p.m.
Friday – May 30, 2008, 3:30 – 5:30 p.m.
Monday – June 30, 2008, 2 – 4 p.m.
RSVP here. - Welcome Reception for Chemeketa Scholars and parents
TBA - Fall Preview Day for New Students
Friday – September 26, 2008 - First Day of Fall Term
Monday – September 29, 2008
To Apply
- Apply for admission to Chemeketa.
- Complete a Chemeketa Scholars application.
Applications for 08-09 are no longer being accepted. - Obtain your most recent unofficial high school transcript.
- Submit application and transcript to:
Chemeketa Community College
Financial Aid Office
PO Box 14007
Salem, OR 97309
Located on the Salem Campus
4000 Lancaster Drive NE
Bldg. 2, Rm. 200.
Be sure to read the Terms and Conditions and Other Considerations.
For more information and applications
Email: scholars@chemeketa.edu
Telephone: 503.399.5076
Updated April 28, 2008 by Marketing and Student Recruitment.