12 or more credit hours (full time) - 100% of full award
9 - 11 credit hours (three-quarter time) - 75% of full award
6 - 8 credit hours (one-half time) - 50% of full award
Students who take fewer than six hours may not be eligible to receive Federal Pell Grant benefits.
To apply for Pell and all other federal financial aid programs, completion of the FAFSA is required. The FAFSA must be completed online at www.fafsa.ed.gov. To obtain additional information, call (334) 347-2623, extension 2214, or write to: Student Financial Aid, Enterprise-Ozark Community College, P. O. Box 1300, Enterprise, AL 36331-1300.
Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG)
This federal grant program is administered by ESCC and provides grants to students who demonstrate exceptional financial need. Awards are determined by Financial Aid staff, and usually range between $400 and $800 per year. FSEOG funds are limited, and are distributed to the neediest students based on a priority system using the student's expected family contribution (EFC). Students are paid once per term. There is not a special application for these funds; completion of the FAFSA is all that is required to apply for FSEOG.
Federal Work Study (FWS)
This federal work program provides jobs for qualified students who have financial need and who desire to earn part of their educational expenses. FWS awards vary widely, with students working up to 20 hours per week. Student workers are currently paid $7.49 per hour. Students are paid once per month, on the last working day of the month. Interested students may apply for FWS by indicating their interest on the back of the ESCC Student Data Form.
Alabama Student Assistance Program (ASAP)
To be eligible for this state-funded grant program, students must be residents of the state of Alabama and must be able to demonstrate financial need. Students are selected to receive ASAP based on a priority system using the student's expected family contribution (EFC). There is no special application for these funds; completion of the FAFSA is all that is required to apply for ASAP.
Federal Family Educational Loans (Stafford Loan)
Federal Stafford and Federal PLUS loans are low-interest bank loans available to students and parents to help pay the cost of attending ESCC. These loans are authorized by the federal government and are directly insured or guaranteed by the Kentucky Higher Education Assistance Authority (KHEAA) and/or other loan guarantee agencies. Students are urged to consider borrowing only as a last resort, and to borrow no more than is absolutely necessary. Students interested in borrowing a Stafford Loan can download an application at www.ESCC.edu/adminoffices/finaid/FAForms.htm.
Students who borrow from the Stafford Loan program are required to complete Entrance Counseling before their loan will be processed. This requirement can be completed by visiting KHEAA’s online student loan entrance counseling website at https://www.kheaa.com/apps/student/counseling?TYPE=ENTRANCE or by seeing a member of the ESCC Financial Aid staff.
Students who have borrowed a Stafford loan are required to complete Exit Counseling upon leaving ESCC. This requirement can be completed by visiting KHEAA’s website at https://www.kheaa.com/apps/student/counseling?TYPE=EXIT or by seeing a member of the ESCC Financial Aid staff.
| Presidential Scholarships |
| Target: |
Valedictorians and salutatorians of high schools in the College’s service area. |
| Enrollment Requirements: |
Recipients must enroll in the fall semester immediately following their high school graduation and may be required to apply for Federal Student Aid. |
| Renewal Requirements: |
Recipients must complete a minimum of 15 credit hours in both the fall and spring semesters (30 hours total required), must earn and maintain a cumulative 3.0 Grade Point Average (GPA), and must request renewal of their scholarship by March 1 of the spring semester. Recipients may be awarded the scholarship for up to four semesters, and cannot use the scholarship in the summer semester. |
| Value: |
The amount equivalent to in-state tuition and fees up to 16 hours per semester. |
| Application Deadline: |
March 1 |
| Academic Scholarships |
| Target: |
Students who plan to receive an AA or AS degree from ESCC and/or transfer to a four-year institution pursuing a bachelor’s degree. High school students must be ranked in the top 25% of their graduating class. Current and past ESCC students must have completed at least 12 semester credit hours at ESCC and have earned at least a 3.0 GPA. |
| Enrollment Requirements: |
Recipients must enroll in the fall semester immediately following the awarding of this scholarship, take a minimum number of credit hours as specified in the Scholarship Award Notification, and may be required to apply for Federal Student Aid. |
| Renewal Requirements: |
Recipients must complete the minimum number of credit hours stated in the Scholarship Award Notification in both the fall and spring semesters, maintain a 3.0 GPA, and request renewal of their scholarship by March 1 of the spring semester. Recipients may be awarded the scholarship for up to four semesters, and cannot use the scholarship in the summer semester. |
| Value: |
These scholarships pay in-state tuition and fees in amounts varying from six credit hours per academic year up to 24 semester credit hours per academic year. |
| Application Deadline: |
March 1 |
| GED Scholarships |
| Target: |
Students who pass the GED Tests of High School Equivalency |
| Enrollment Requirements: |
Recipients must enroll in the fall semester immediately following the awarding of this scholarship, take a minimum number of credit hours as specified in the Scholarship Award Notification, and may be required to apply for Federal Student Aid. |
| Renewal Requirements: |
Recipients must complete the minimum number of credit hours stated in the Scholarship Award Notification in both the fall and spring semesters, maintain a 2.5 GPA, and request renewal of their scholarship by March 1 of the spring semester. Recipients may be awarded the scholarship for up to four semesters, and cannot use the scholarship in the summer semester. |
| Value: |
These scholarships pay in-state tuition and fees in amounts varying from six credit hours per academic year up to 24 semester credit hours per academic year. |
| Application Deadline: |
March 1 |
| Career Scholarships |
| Target: |
Students who plan a career in one of the fields of study offered at ESCC. These fields include Computer Science, Computer Graphics, Computer Maintenance and Networking, Child Development, Paralegal, Criminal Justice, Health Information Technology, Emergency Medical Technology, Business Administration, and Office Administration. Students must have at least an 80 average in their high school grades or have passed the GED tests. Current and past ESCC students must have completed at least 12 semester credit hours at ESCC and have earned at least a 3.0 GPA. |
| Enrollment Requirements: |
Recipients must enroll in the fall semester immediately following the awarding of this scholarship, take a minimum number of credit hours as specified in the Scholarship Award Notification, and are required to apply for Federal Student Aid. |
| Renewal Requirements: |
Recipients must complete the minimum number of credit hours stated in the Scholarship Award Notification in both the fall and spring semesters, maintain a 3.0 GPA, and request renewal of their scholarship by March 1 of the spring semester. Recipients may be awarded the scholarship for up to four semesters, and cannot use the scholarship in the summer semester. |
| Value: |
These scholarships pay in-state tuition and fees in amounts varying from six credit hours per academic year up to 24 semester credit hours per academic year. |
| Application Deadline: |
March 1 |
| Technical Scholarships |
| Target: |
Students who plan a career in one of the technical fields of study offered at ESCC. These fields include Airframe Technology, Powerplant Technology, Avionics Technology, and Aviation management. Students must have at least an 80 average in their high school grades or have passed the GED tests. Current and past ESCC students must have completed at least 12 credit hours at ESCC and have earned at least a 3.0 GPA. |
| Enrollment Requirements: |
Recipients must enroll in the fall semester immediately following the awarding of this scholarship, take a minimum number of credit hours as specified in the Scholarship Award Notification, and are required to apply for Federal Student Aid. |
| Renewal Requirements: |
Recipients must complete a minimum of 12 credit hours each semester and must earn and maintain a cumulative 3.0 GPA. Enrollment must be continuous and limited to six consecutive semesters (including summer semesters). Recipients must request renewal of their scholarship by March 1 of the spring semester. |
| Value: |
These scholarships pay in-state tuition and fees for up to 24 semester credit hours divided equally over fall, spring, and summer semesters. |
| Application Deadline: |
March 1 |
| Athletic Scholarships |
| Target: |
Students selected to participate in intercollegiate athletics at ESCC. |
| Enrollment Requirements: |
Recipients must meet College, ACCC, and NJCAA requirements |
| Renewal Requirements: |
Recipients must meet and maintain College, ACCC, and NJCAA requirements that include hours earned and GPA |
| Value: |
These scholarships pay for tuition, fees, and books (on loan). |
| Application Deadline: |
March 1 |
| Leadership Scholarships |
| Target: |
Students selected for leadership organizations at ESCC. |
| Enrollment Requirements: |
Recipients must meet leadership organization requirements and participate in organization activities in the name of the College. Interview and other application processes required. |
| Renewal Requirements: |
Recipients must meet leadership organization requirements, be a full-time student, and maintain a 2.5 cumulative GPA. Renewal is contingent upon coordinator’s recommendation. |
| Value: |
Amount varies by organization. The award value is at the discretion of the coordinator of the appropriate organization. |
| Application Deadline: |
March 1 |
| Performing Arts Scholarships |
| Target: |
Students selected to participate in performing arts organizations. |
| Enrollment Requirements: |
Recipients must meet performing arts organization requirements and perform in the name of the College in the manner specified by the ensemble director. Audition required. |
| Renewal Requirements: |
Recipients must enroll in a minimum of 12 credit hours each semester, maintain a 2.0 cumulative GPA, and participate as specified by the ensemble director. |
| Value: |
Amount varies by organization. The award value is at the discretion of the coordinator of the appropriate organization. |
| Application Deadline: |
March 1 |
| ESCC Foundation Scholarships |
| Target: |
Varies according to the donors’ requirements. Applicants must review requirements listed in the ESCC Catalog and Student Handbook. Students applying for need-based Foundation Scholarships must apply for Federal Student Aid. To apply, complete a paper FAFSA or go to www.fafsa.ed.gov. |
| Enrollment Requirements: |
Recipients must enroll in the fall semester immediately following the awarding of this scholarship, take a minimum number of credit hours as specified in the Scholarship Award Notification, and may be required to apply for Federal Student Aid. |
| Renewal Requirements: |
Recipients must complete the minimum number of credit hours stated in the Scholarship Award Notification in both the fall and spring semesters, maintain a 3.0 GPA, and request renewal of their scholarship by March 1 of the spring semester. |
| Value: |
Set by the ESCC Foundation Board of Directors. |
| Application Deadline: |
March 1 |
ESCC Senior Adult Scholarships
The Senior Adult Scholarship program automatically waives tuition for college credit courses for any student who is 60 years of age or older and who meets the admission requirements of the College and the specific program. These scholarships may be used to waive the tuition only for those courses in which space is available, and the waiver does not apply to fees, books, or supplies. Senior citizens who receive a tuition waiver under this program may receive the waiver only once per course.
ESCC Memorial and Special Scholarships
Memorial and Special scholarships are periodically made available through donations from private individuals, clubs, and other organizations. The Amy Dowling Memorial Scholarship is a one-year scholarship awarded to a graduating senior at Enterprise High School. Enterprise High School selects the recipient each year.
The E. L. Gibson Foundation Scholarships-
Deadlines: Feb 25, May 26, Aug 25, and Nov 24
ESCC acts as a clearinghouse for scholarship information and applications to the E.L. Gibson Foundation. The main purpose of this foundation is to promote better health of the residents in Coffee County and the surrounding areas. One of the major ways of accomplishing this goal is to provide scholarships to assist persons seeking a degree in the health care field, especially nursing (LPN and RN), radiology technicians, laboratory technicians, respiratory therapy technicians, physical therapists, occupational therapists, and medical doctors. Applicants must be permanent residents of Coffee County or the immediate surrounding areas of Geneva, Dale, or Covington County as far west as Opp. New applicants should download the application, complete it, and send it along with all other requested items to the address on the application. NOTE: This application form is used only for this scholarship. Do not send the application form used for other ESCC scholarships. For more information contact the Development Office at (334) 347-2623 extension 2226.
Veterans Assistance
The Federal Government and the state of Alabama have established programs which provide financial assistance to veterans and their dependents. ESCC desires to assist veterans as they attempt to receive educational benefits earned through service to their country. Veterans are encouraged to contact Judy Post at (334)347-2623, extension 2214 in the ESCC Financial Aid Office for applications and information.
Please note that when applying for scholarships, completed scholarship applications and any other required documents should be turned into the Financial Aid Office by March 1. Early application for scholarships is essential. ESCC Foundation and Academic scholarships are initially awarded in mid-March.
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