WGTC Foundation Scholarships
Semester | Scholarship Applications Open | Deadline to Apply for Scholarships |
| Fall 2018 Semester | June 18, 2018 | July 18, 2018 |
| Spring 2019 Semester | October 15, 2018 | November 15, 2018 |
| Summer 2019 Semester | March 18, 2019 | April 18, 2019 |
APPLY NOW FOR SUMMER SEMESTER SCHOLARSHIPS!
Students, WGTC is pleased to announce a new web interface to be used in applying for West Georgia Technical College Foundation scholarships. AwardSpring software will facilitate and streamline your scholarship application process. (Be sure your internet browser is Internet Explorer version 10 or beyond, or use any version of Chrome or Firefox.) All returning WGTC students who have completed one semester of study and have a minimum GPA of 2.0 are encouraged to apply.
Step 1: Create an Account
Visit AwardSpring and create an account using your student email address. You will be emailed a link to confirm your registration. Please record your password for future use, as you will use this same account and password to apply each semester.
Based on your GPA, program of study, and other factors specific to your account, you will automatically be matched with scholarships for which you qualify.
Step 2: Apply for Scholarships
Some scholarships require proof of residency or other specific documents you will need to upload. Be sure to provide all information that is requested.
You do not have to complete the application all at once. You may log back in with your student email address and password at any time.
Step 3: Register for Classes
A scholarship application for Fall Semester will not be considered for a scholarship unless you have registered for classes by July 27, 2018. (You do not need to upload your registration.)
Step 4: Notification
You will be notified by student email confirming or denying your scholarship award(s) beginning July 31st, but no later than August 1st.
Step 5: Thank You Letters
All students who have been awarded scholarship funds must write and upload a thank you letter by August 10, 2018, in order to receive the award.
Frequently Asked Questions for WGTC Foundation Scholarships
How do I apply for a WGTC Foundation Scholarship?
- Students must apply each term by the published deadline
- Review the available scholarships and criteria to determine if you qualify for a particular scholarship
- Submit the completed application online within the published deadlines
- Please note the scholarship application deadline and the deadline for registering (located on the application) to be considered for a scholarship. No applications will be accepted after the scholarship deadline.
If I am awarded a scholarship, what happens next?
- The Foundation Office will send an email to all students confirming or denying your scholarship award(s).
- If you receive a scholarship, you will be required to write a “thank you” letter to the donor and upload it to the scholarship application software (AwardSpring). The donor will be named in your award email.
- West Georgia Technical College’s Institutional Advancement Office staff will handle promotional coverage of all scholarships. They may request additional information from you and/or a photo for promotional publications.
West Georgia Technical College Foundation Scholarships Fall Semester 2018
| Scholarship | Criteria | Estimated Award Amount per Student | Estimated Awards per Semester |
| Adams Family Scholarship (West Georgia Ambulance) | Health Sciences or Nursing Programs; Carroll, Coweta, Douglas, Haralson Co. residents | $500 | 2 |
| Alice Huffard Richards Charitable Fund Scholarship | Early Childhood Care & Education Programs; Carroll, Haralson, Heard Co. residents | up to $2,000 | varies |
| Bowdon Hospital Authority Scholarship | Health Sciences or Nursing Programs; Carroll, Coweta, Douglas, Haralson counties and Cleburne or Randolph counties in Alabama residents. Preference to 30108 ZIP Code. | $500 | 4 |
| Caterpillar Foundation | Diesel Equipment Tech & Heavy Diesel Service Tech Programs | $500 | 4 |
| Coweta-Fayette EMC Scholarship | Open to students attending CEC, Coweta Campus, or Franklin Site | $500 | 3 |
|
Grenzebach Scholarship | Electrical Systems Technology, Engineering Technology, Industrial Mechanical Systems, Industrial Systems, Technology, Machine Tool Technology, Welding and Joining Technology Programs; Must have been in the dual enrollment program at the CEC in Coweta County. |
$500 |
2 |
| GreyStone Power Capstone Scholarship | Douglas Co. resident | $500 | 4 |
| J. Randy Jackson Legacy Scholarship | Must have completed coursework at the thINC Academy and be attending the LaGrange Campus. | $500 | 3 |
| Kia Motors Manufacturing Georgia Scholarship | Must have completed coursework at the thINC Academy. Must demonstrate leadership characteristics, and have attained a 3.0 GPA. Award preference will be given to students enrolled in Trade and Technology programs. |
$550 |
2 |
| Manufacturers Education Foundation Scholarship | Electrical Construction & Maintenance, Electronics & Telecommunications, Engineering Technology, Industrial Systems Technology, Machine Tool Technology, Precision Manufacturing & Maintenance, Welding & Joining Technology programs. |
$500 |
5 |
| Murphy Law Firm Reach Your Dream Scholarship | Douglas Co. resident | $500 | 1 |
| Parkway Hospital Auxiliary Scholarship | Health Sciences or Nursing Programs; Douglas Co. resident | $500 | 5 |
| Raymond V. Sensing Scholarship Fund | Cosmetology program; Franklin Site | $200 | 1 |
| Robert D. Tisinger Scholarship Fund | Must live in a home served by Carroll EMC or parent/guardian must live in a home served by Carroll EMC | $500 | 16 |
| Rotary Club of Carrollton Scholarship | Carroll Co. resident | $250 | 2 |
| Southwire Industrial Systems Technology Scholarship | Industrial Systems Technology Program; Carroll Campus only | $500 | 8 |
| Southwire Machine Tool Technology Scholarship | Machine Tool Technology Program; Carroll Campus only | $500 | 5 |
| Southwire Precision Manufacturing & Maintenance Scholarship | Precision Manufacturing & Maintenance Program; Carroll Campus only | $500 | 8 |
| Star Foundation Scholarship | Haralson County and Cleburne or Randolph counties in Alabama residents. | $500 | 1 |
| Westside Home Builders Association/Judy Jacobs Scholarship | Welding, Air Conditioning Technology, Electronics Technology, CAD, or Drafting Program; Carroll, Douglas, or Haralson residents | $252 | 1 |
| WGTC Foundation Scholarship | Open to all students | $500 | 10 |
Student must be making satisfactory academic progress in order to qualify.
Student must be enrolled in a certificate, diploma or degree program in order to qualify. Student must demonstrate financial need.
Applications are available at www.westgatech.edu > Discover WGTC > Foundation>Apply for Scholarships, or go directly to AwardSpring. Contact Stephanie Fant with the WGTC Foundation at 678.664.0524 for more information about these scholarships.
Additional Scholarships
Coweta-Fayette EMC Student Scholarship Opportunities
Murphy Law Firm’s Reach Your Dream Scholarship
Murphy Law Firm, LLC, wants you to reach your dream of getting your degree and being successful in the business world. We know that continuing your education can be expensive, and some have been forced to sacrifice their schooling due to unexpected financial hardships. We don’t want you to have to give up on your dream. So, whether it’s the books you need for class, or the fees for next semester’s tuition, Murphy Law Firm is giving a scholarship of up to $500 every semester to students of West Georgia Technical College who are in financial need.
Murphy Law Firm, LLC is a law firm in Douglas County, GA that helps injured victims receive financial compensation after a serious auto accident or work injury. Their law firm is constantly involved in giving back to the community, with a special focus on the students and teachers of the Douglas County School System.
Scholarship entry requirements: Students must be Douglas County residents, and currently enrolled in WGTC. Students receiving the scholarship must be willing to have their name, photo, video of receiving the scholarship, and story published by Murphy Law Firm, LLC.
Walter Harrison Scholarship
- $1,000 scholarship (10 will be awarded throughout Georgia in 2017)
- Applicant must reside in the primary residence of a Carroll EMC Member or employee
- May be used at any accredited two- or four-year college, university or vocational-technical institute in Georgia
- Recipients must be enrolled in an accredited program (full- or part-time) and be an undergraduate student or high school senior
- Carroll EMC selects one finalist from its service area to compete at the state level
- Application deadline: February 1, 2017
Dr Mel Hayden GED/Adult Education Scholarship
The Kiwanis Club of White Oak Golden K in Coweta County is offering up to four $500 scholarships to students who have completed their GED and meet certain criteria. Click the title, above, to download and print the Dr. Mel Hayden GED/Adult Education Scholarship application. Completed applications must be received at the email address or mailing address shown in the application, by June 30, 2018.
White Oak Golden K Kiwanis Nursing or Health Sciences Scholarship
The Kiwanis Club of White Oak Golden K in Coweta County is offering up to three $1,500 scholarships to RN, LPN, or Health Sciences students who meet certain criteria. Click the title, above, to download and print the White Oak Golden K Kiwanis Nursing or Health Sciences Scholarship application. Completed applications must be received at the email address or mailing address shown in the application, by June 30, 2018.
Varsity Tutors Scholarship
Varsity Tutors holds a monthly $1,000 college scholarship contest in which students write an essay in response to a monthly prompt. Entries are reviewed by Varsity Tutors at the end of the month and one winner is subsequently chosen to receive the $1,000 college scholarship.
