The South Arkansas College Foundation offers scholarship awards to new, incoming and continuing students.
For detailed information on the scholarship application process, contact the Financial Aid Department at (870) 864-7150.
Deadline for submission of applications and all other required documents is March 1st.
Apply for Scholarships --Only online applications will be accepted.
Bring additional documents (essays, letters of recommendation, etc.) for your scholarship application to the Financial Aid office or email to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Do not include your SSN in emails. Please be sure to use your name and Student ID number on any documents that you upload to us.
After you submit your application, you will receive an email confirmation.
Keep your originals, in case they are needed later.
Priority deadline for all applications is March 1
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Scholarship | Eligibility | Award | Renewal/Retention |
Alpha Xi Endowed Scholarship |
Non-traditional female student (age 24 or older) Completion of one semester (12 or more hours) at SouthArk Minimum 2.5 GPA in prior coursework Enrolled as full-time student (minimum 12 hours) or as a part-time student (minimum 6 hours) |
$250 each semester (part-time), or $500.00 each semester (full-time), based on availability of funds Pays for tuition, mandatory fees, and/or books and supplies |
Completion of 6 hours each semester (if part-time student), or 12 hours each semester (if full-time student) 3.0 cumulative grade point average on all college coursework |
South Arkansas Community College Foundation Athletic Scholarship |
Must meet all NJCAA eligibility criteria. Complete the FAFSA Submit two (1) letter of recommendation from a member of their community, documenting evidence of a desire to pursue an education. For the academic year 2019-2020, deadline is extended to November 1, 2019. Submit letter (minimum of 300-500 words) which demonstrates student's commitment to continuing his/her education, a description of educational goals, and future career plans. For the academic year 2019-2020, deadline is extended to November 1, 2019 |
Up to $1,000 each semester, based on availability of funds, with Athletic Director/Coach discretion. Pays for tuition, fees, and/or course related books and supplies |
Maintain a 2.0 cumulative grade point average Based on a letter of recommendation from the athletic director or sports coach. |
Jennifer Baine Endowed Scholarship |
Completion of six (6) or more hours and all basic studies if required, at SouthArk, and have a minimum of 3.25 GPA in prior coursework Must be pursuing an Associate of Arts or Humanities degree with the intention to transfer and continue in this area. Must be enrolled as a full-time student (minimum 12 hours) or as a part-time student (minimum 6 hours) FAFSA must be completed prior to selection of the recipient. Copy of transcript submitted with completed scholarship application May not be eligible for the El Dorado Promise scholarship |
$250 (part-time) or $500 (full-time) each semester, based on availability of funds Pays for tuition, mandatory fees, and/or books and supplies |
Based on completion of 6 semester hours each (if part-time student) or 12 hours each semester (if full-time student) and a 3.25 cumulative grade point average on all college coursework. |
Karen Boykin Endowed Nursing Scholarship |
Minimum 3.0 GPA on college coursework. Must be seeking a certificate in the Warren, Arkansas Practical Nursing program. Must be given to a current student of the Warren practical nursing program. If the Warren, Arkansas Practical Nursing program ceases to exist, then the scholarship shall be awarded to a student in the SouthArk nursing program. Must have completed the first semester in the nursing program. Copy of transcript submitted with completed scholarship application. Submit two (2) letters of recommendation, one from a nursing faculty and one from a member of the community, documenting evidence of a desire to pursue an education. Submit an essay (minimum 250 words) on why the student has chosen the field of nursing. |
$500 each semester, based on the availability of funds. Pays for tuition, mandatory fees, and/or books and supplies. |
Based on completion of the second semester in the Warren Practical Nursing program with a 3.0 GPA. Based on a letter of recommendation from a nursing faculty person. |
Dr. Kenneth Bridges Scholarship |
Enrolled as a full-time student (minimum 12 hrs) Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 on college coursework Completion of 12 hours of college-level courses, including transfer courses from other colleges and AP credit courses Submission of essay (minimum of 500 words) which demonstrates a student's commitment to continuing his/her education, a description of educational goals, and future career plans |
Award valued at $250 each semester, based on availability of funds Pays for tuition, mandatory fees, and/or books and supplies |
Completion of 12 hours each semester 2.5 cumulative grade point average on all college coursework |
Brookshire's Focus on the Future Endowed Scholarship |
Majoring in a business-related field. Must be enrolled as a full-time student (minimum 12 hours) or as a part-time student (minimum 6 hours). Completion of six (6) or more hours at SouthArk and have a minimum of 2.75 GPA in prior coursework. FAFSA completed prior to selection of recipient. Transcript with completed scholarship application. Essay (minimum 250 words) on why student has chosen the field of study, commitment to his/her education, description of educational goals, and future career plans. Preference is given to non-El Dorado Promise students. |
$250 (part-time) or $500 (full-time) each semester, based on availability of funds. Pays for tuition, mandatory fees, and/or books and supplies. |
Based on completion of 6 semester hours each (if part-time student) or 12 hours each semester (if a full-time student) and a 2.75 cumulative grade point average on all college coursework.
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Robert R. Brown, Jr. Scholarship |
Resident of Union County Must be seeking a degree in a business-related field Minimum 3.0 GPA on college coursework Completion of one semester (twelve (12) or more hours) at SouthArk Enrolled in at least twelve (12) hours each semester |
$500 per year ($250 per semester) |
Completion of twelve (12) hours each semester Minimum 3.0 GPA |
Steve Cameron Endowed Scholarship |
Non-traditional male Submission of college transcript, or high school transcript if no college completed Minimum of 2.75 GPA in prior courseworkBased on academic achievement: test scores, grade point average Submission of test scores (ASSET, COMPASS, SATs, and/or ACT) Must be enrolled as a full-time student (minimum 12 hours) or as a part-time student (minimum 6 hours) FAFSA must be completed prior to selection of recipient Two (2) letters of recommendation from teachers or members of the community, documenting evidence of a desire to pursue an education Essay (minimum of 500 words) which demonstrates student's commitment to continuing his/her education, a description of educational goals, and future career plans. Preference is given to non-El Dorado Promise students
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$1,000 (part-time) or $2,000 (full-time) each semester, based on availability of funds Pays for tuition, mandatory fees, and/or books and supplies Tuition, fees, and books not covered by other scholarships or grants |
Completion of 6 semester hours each semester (if part-time student) or 12 hours each semester (if full-time student) and a 2.75 cumulative grade point average on all college coursework |
Choral Scholarship (Full Time) |
Minimum 2.5 GPA in prior coursework Based on an interview and audition with music faculty Enrolled in at least twelve (12) hours each semester Enrolled in one choir course Enrolled in one additional music (Prefix MUS) course (instructor may waive this requirement based on level of music proficiency) |
Pays for tuition or equivalent amount of tuition(up to seven (13) credit hours) plus up to $100 in music fees |
Renewal is based on instructor’s recommendation Completion of nine (9) hours each semester Minimum 3.0 GPA in music courses Minimum 2.5 GPA overall |
Choral Scholarship (Partial Tuition) |
Minimum 2.5 GPA in prior coursework Based on an interview and audition with music faculty Enrolled in one choir course Enrolled in at least six (6) credit hours per semester Enrolled in one additional music (Prefix MUS) course (instructor may waive this requirement based on level of music proficiency) |
$250 (part-time) or $500 (full-time) each semester, based on availability of funds Pays for tuition, mandatory fees, and/or books and supplies |
Based on completion of 6 semester hours each (if part-time student) or 12 hours each semester (if full-time student) and a 2.75 cumulative grade point average on all college coursework. |
Cornerstone General Endowed Scholarship |
Completion of six (6) or more hours at SouthArk and have a minimum of 2.75 GPA in prior coursework Must be enrolled as a full-time student (minimum 12 hours) or as a part-time student (minimum 6 hours) FAFSA must be completed prior to selection of recipient Copy of transcript submitted with completed scholarship application El Dorado Promise scholarship recipients are not eligible |
$250 per semester (part-time) or $500 per semester (full-time), based on availability of funds
Pays for tuition, mandatory fees, and/or books and supplies |
Cumulative 2.75 GPA on all college coursework
Completion of six (6) hours minimum, per semester (part-time), or 12 hours minimum, per semester (full-time) |
Charles E. Cowger Endowed Scholarship |
May not be eligible for the El Dorado Promise scholarship Completion of six (6) or more hours at SouthArk Minimum of 2.5 GPA in prior coursework Must be enrolled as a part-time student (minimum 6 hours), or a full-time student (minimum 12 hours) |
Award valued at $250 (part-time) or $500 (full-time) each semester, based on availability of funds Pays for tuition, mandatory fees, and/or textbooks and supplies |
Renewal is based on completion of six (6) hours (if part-time student) or twelve (12) hours (if full-time student) each semester A minimum 2.5 GPA |
El Dorado Civitan Golden Door Endowed Scholarship |
Applicant must have a disability that is documented by a medical professional or certified educational examiner Applicant must have a demonstrated financial need Minimum 2.0 GPA in prior coursework Enrolled in at least (6) hours each semester (Fall or Spring) and six (6) hours (Summer) in a credit program Applicant must apply in the office of the Disability Support Services advisor FAFSA must be completed prior to selection of recipient |
$250 per semester Pays for tuition, mandatory fees, textbooks and/or support services/ accommodations |
Renewal is based on completion of six (6) hours 2.0 GPA |
El Dorado Jaycees Endowed Scholarship |
Minimum 2.5 GPA in college or high school coursework Enrolled in at least six (6) hours each semester (part-time) or twelve (12) hours each semester(full-time) Available to new and current students Available to students who are Jaycee members, non-members or immediate family members of a Jaycee; including children, siblings, spouses, and parents. Non-members are encouraged to join, but it is not a requirement Student must demonstrate leadership qualities as evidenced by participation in community service, civic organizations, and/or school-related organizations Submit a short essay of approximately 400 words describing the qualities of a leader and how he or she demonstrates those qualities |
Up to $250 per semester Pays for tuition, mandatory fees, and/or textbooks and supplies based on availability of funds |
Renewal is based on completion of six (6) hours (if part-time student) or twelve (12) hours (if full-time student) each semester Minimum 2.5 GPA
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Health Sciences Endowed Scholarship |
Minimum 2.5 GPA on college or high school coursework Enrolled in at least (12) hours each semester Seeking a degree or certificate in the Allied Health field preferred, other degrees/certificates will be considered Submit two (2) letters of recommendation from teachers or members of the community, documenting evidence of a desire to pursue an education Submit copy of high school transcript |
$500 each semester Pays for tuition, fees, and/or textbooks |
Renewal is based on completion of twelve (12) hours each fall and spring semester 2.5 GPA A letter of recommendation from instructor |
William R. and Cacilia Howard Endowed Scholarship |
Completion of six (6) or more hours at SouthArk and have a minimum of 2.75 GPA in prior coursework Must be enrolled as a full-time student (minimum 12 hours) or as a part-time student (minimum 6 hours) FAFSA must be completed prior to selection of recipient Copy of transcript submitted with completed scholarship application Other financial aid applies first May not be eligible for the El Dorado Promise scholarship |
$500 (part-time) or $1,000 (full-time) each semester, based on availability of funds Pays for tuition, mandatory fees, and/or books and supplies |
Completion of six (6) semester hours each semester (if part-time) or twelve (12) hours each semester (if full-time) and a 2.75 cumulative grade point average on all college coursework
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Island Memorial Scholarship |
Must be seeking a degree in math, computer science, K-12 education, architecture or a technical field such as electrician or plumber Minimum 2.5 GPA on high school coursework Enrolled in at least twelve (12) hours each semester Must be Pell eligible Submit three (3) letters of recommendation from teachers or high school counselors and members of the community FAFSA must be completed prior to selection of recipient Recipient must be Pell-eligible |
$300 each semester, based on the availability of funds Pays for tuition, mandatory fees, and or textbooks and supplies |
Completion of twelve (12) hours each semester 2.5 cumulative GPA Students may apply for the scholarship more than once |
James Family Endowed Scholarship |
Must be seeking a degree in the accounting field Completion of one semester (twelve (12) or more hours) at SouthArk Minimum of 3.0 GPA in prior coursework Enrolled in at least twelve (12) hours each semester |
$500 each semester |
Completion of twelve (12) hours each semester 3.0 cumulative GPA on all college coursework |
Langston Endowed Scholarship |
Must be seeking a degree in a business-related field Minimum 3.0 GPA on college coursework Completion of one semester (twelve (12) or more hours) at SouthArk Enrolled in at least twelve (12) hours each semester
Submit copy of high school transcript |
$500 each semester, based on availability of funds Pays for tuition, mandatory fees, and or textbooks |
Completion of 12 hours each semester 3.0 cumulative GPA on all college coursework |
Omazel Lawson Endowed Scholarship |
Designated for single African-American females Minimum 2.0 GPA on college coursework Must be enrolled as a full-time student (minimum 12 hours) or as a part-time student (minimum 6 hours) |
$250 (part-time) or $500 (full-time) each semester, based on availability of funds Pays for tuition, mandatory fees, and/or textbooks and supplies |
Completion of six (6) hours each semester (part-time) or 12 hours each semester (full-time) 2.0 cumulative GPA for all college coursework |
Living the Dream Scholarship |
Traditional-aged students, 17-23 Minimum 2.75 GPA on high school work or 580 on GED exam Must have attended a US public/private school for at least three years Must have been a resident in the US for the past three years Must have a completed FAFSA, prior to selection of recipient Must reside in Ashley, Bradley, Chicot or Union counties in AR or Claiborne, Union, Webster parishes in LA Preference given to non-El Dorado Promise students Must be enrolled as a full-time (12 hours) or part-time (6 hours) student Two letters of recommendation from teachers or members of the community, documenting evidence of a desire to pursue an education Essay, minimum of 500 words, demonstrating the student's commitment to continuing his/her education, including a description of educational goals and future career plans |
Pays for tuition up to a maximum of $1000 for full-time students or $500 for part-time students |
Completion of twelve (12) hours for full-time students or six (6) hours for part-time students 2.5 minimum GPA for all college coursework |
Jodie Mahony Endowed Scholarship |
Working on the first two years of an Associate of Arts degree in a transfer program Available to full- or part-time students Available to new and current students Based on academic achievement: test scores, grade point average Testing out of or completion of reading and writing basic studies requirements Interview with Jodie Mahony Advisory Committee, which will recommend finalists to the SouthArk Scholarship Committee for final selection Submit college transcript or high school transcript if no college completed. Submit test scores (ASSET, COMPASS, SATs, and/or ACT) |
Pays for tuition, fees, and books. Books for students whose tuition/fees come from other scholarships. |
Completion of at least twelve (12) hours, with a 3.0 GPA, in previous semester for full-time students Completion of all hours taken in previous semester, with a 3.0 GPA, for part-time students Continuation until completion of hours required for Associate of Arts degree (60-62 hours, depending on program) |
Mabel and Emon Mahony Endowed Scholarship |
Priority will be given to single head of household female parent Minimum 2.0 GPA on college coursework Must be enrolled minimum twelve (12) hours (full-time) or minimum six (6) hours (part-time) |
$250 (part-time) or $500 (full-time) each semester, based on availability of funds Pays for tuition, mandatory fees, and/or books and supplies |
Completion of six (6) semester hours (part-time), or twelve (12) hours each semester (full-time) 2.0 cumulative GPA on all college coursework |
Michael Mahony/BancorpSouth Endowed Scholarship |
Graduate of El Dorado High School First-time entering college student Enrolled in at least twelve (12) hours each semester Have earned a 2.5 GPA in prior coursework |
$250 per semester Pays for tuition, fees and/or textbooks, based on availability of funds |
Completion of twelve (12)hours each semester 2.5 cumulative GPA on all college coursework |
Medical Center of South Arkansas/Betty White Endowed Scholarship |
Must be enrolled as a full-time student (minimum 12 hours) or as a part-time student (minimum 6 hours) FAFSA must be completed prior to selection of recipient Copy of transcript submitted with completed scholarship application Enrolled in a health-related program of study or be interested in pursuing a health-related career. Preference given to a full-time employee or a retiree of the Medical Center of South Arkansas, or their dependents. A dependent is defined as a spouse, child or grandchild as certified by the donor. May not be eligible for the El Dorado Promise scholarship |
$250 (part-time) or $500 (full-time) each semester, based on availability of funds Pays for tuition, mandatory fees and/or books and supplies |
Based on completion of 6 semester hours each semester (if part-time student) or 12 hours each semester (if full-time student) and a 2.5 cumulative grade point average on all college coursework |
James M. Moore, Jr. Endowed Scholarship |
Graduate of a Union County high school Must be seeking a degree or Certificate of Proficiency in business, education or one of the health science fields No minimum GPA required; past academic record will be considered Full-time enrollment (minimum of twelve (12) hours each semester) Demonstrated financial need Submit three (3) letters of recommendation from teachers or members of the community documenting evidence of a desire to pursue an education FAFSA must be completed prior to selection of recipient |
Valued at $250 per semester, contingent on a 2.5 GPA each semester. Pays for tuition, mandatory fees and/or books and supplies |
Based on completion of 6 semester hours each semester (if part-time student) or 12 hours each semester (if full-time student) and a 2.5 cumulative grade point average on all college coursework |
Neely Endowed Scholarship |
Must be seeking a degree in a business-related field Minimum 3.0 GPA on college coursework Completion of one semester (12 or more hours) at SouthArk Enrolled in at least 12 semester hours each semester |
$500 (full-time) each semester, $250 (part-time), based on availability of funds Pays for tuition, mandatory fees, and/or books and supplies |
Completion of 12 hours each semester 3.0 cumulative GPA on all college coursework |
Dr. Kermit Parks Public Service Endowed Scholarship |
Planning a career which includes public service and community involvement Preferred major in history, political science, or health sciences Maintain a 2.5 GPA in coursework major and related studies Must be enrolled in at least nine (9) hours fall and spring semesters Complete Associate Degree within three (3) years Must be or become involved in community or political activities Submit a copy of previous coursework Submit an essay describing community involvement and activities, political philosophy, and future goals |
$300 (full-time) each semester, $200 (part-time) or $100 for a summer session, based on availability of funds Pays for tuition, mandatory fees, and/or books and supplies |
Completion of 9 semester hours (part-time) or 12 hours (full-time) each semester 2.5 cumulative GPA Annual community service involvement Proof of maintaining above stated eligibility requirements |
E.W. Pickering Endowed Scholarship |
Minimum 2.5 GPA on high school or college course-work Enrolled in at least nine (9) hours each semester (Fall or Spring) and six (6) hours (Summer) Demonstrated financial need FAFSA must be completed prior to selection of recipient Cannot be eligible for Pell Grant Three (3) letters of recommendation from teachers or members of the community, documenting evidence of a desire to pursue an education |
$250 per semester, based on availability of funds Pays for tuition, fees and/or textbooks |
Completion of nine (9) hours each semester Minimum 2.5 GPA |
Mabel Stratton Powell Endowed Scholarship |
Must be seeking a degree in Education Completion of one semester (twelve (12) or more hours) at SouthArk Minimum of 3.0 GPA in prior coursework Enrolled in at least twelve (12) hours each semester |
Based on availability of funds |
Completion of twelve (12) hours each semester 3.0 cumulative GPA on all college coursework |
ProMed Ambulance Scholarship |
Resident of Union County Minimum 3.0 GPA on college or high school coursework Enrolled in at least twelve (12) semester hours, each semester Submit two (2) letters of recommendation from teachers |
$250 each semester Maximum duration of two semesters Pays for tuition, fees, and/or textbooks |
Completion of nine (9) hours 3.0 GPA on all college coursework |
Dora J. and John G. Ragsdale, Jr. Endowed Scholarship |
Completion of six (6) or more hours at SouthArk and have a minimum of 2.75 GPA in prior coursework Must be enrolled as a full-time student (minimum 12 hours) or as a part-time student (minimum 6 hours) FAFSA must be completed prior to selection of recipient. Copy of transcript submitted with completed scholarship application May not be eligible for the El Dorado Promise scholarship |
$250 (part-time) or $500 (full-time) each semester, based on availability of funds Pays for tuition, mandatory fees, and/or books and supplies |
Based on completion of 6 semester hours each semester (if part-time student) or 12 hours each semester (if full-time student) 2.75 cumulative grade point average on all college coursework. |
REACH (Receiving Education Achievement Close to Home) Endowed Scholarship |
Non-traditional student (age 24 or older) Minimum 2.5 GPA on college or high school course work Enrolled in at least six (6) hours each semester (part-time), or twelve (12) hours each semester (full-time) Demonstrated financial need Submit three (3) letters of recommendation from teachers or members of the community, documenting evidence of a desire to pursue an education FAFSA must be completed prior to selection of recipient Cannot be eligible for Pell Grant |
$1,000 ($500 per semester) for a part-time student, or $1,500 ($750 per semester) for a full-time student Pays for tuition, fees, and/or textbooks |
Completion of six (6) hours each semester (part-time), or twelve (12) hours each semester (full-time) Minimum 2.5 GPA |
Lucy Ring Academic Excellence Endowed Scholarship |
Minimum 3.0 GPA on college or high school coursework Enrolled in at least twelve (12) hours each semester Three letters of recommendation from teachers or members of the community, documenting evidence of a desire to pursue an education |
$1000 per year ($500 per semester) Pays for tuition, fees, and/or textbooks |
Completion of twelve (12) hours each semester 3.0 GPA |
Lucy Ring Fine Arts Endowed Scholarship: Fine Arts |
Minimum 2.5 GPA in prior coursework Available to students pursuing fine arts majors such as instrumental music, visual arts, literature or music composition Admission is based on an interview with Arts and Sciences Division Chair Enrolled in at least twelve (12) hours each semester, including at least three (3) hours of fine arts |
Award pays for tuition, up to thirteen (13) hours each semester, plus course fees |
Based on instructor’s recommendation Completion of nine (9) hours each semester, including one fine arts course 3.0 GPA in fine arts courses 2.5 GPA overall |
Lucy Ring Fine Arts Endowed Scholarship: Full-time Choral Scholarship |
Minimum 2.5 GPA in prior coursework Interview and audition with music faculty Enrolled in at least twelve (12) hours each semester Enrolled in at least one choir course Enrolled in at least one additional music course (prefix MUS). Instructor may waive this requirement, based on level of music proficiency |
Pays for tuition, or equivalent amount of tuition, up to thirteen (13) hours each semester, plus up to $100 in music fees |
Based on instructor’s recommendation Completion of nine (9) hours each semester 3.0 GPA in music courses 2.5 GPA overall |
Lucy Ring Fine Arts Endowed Scholarship: Part-time Choral Scholarship |
Minimum 2.5 GPA in prior coursework Admission is based on an interview with music faculty Enrolled in at least six (6) hours each semester Enrolled in at least one choir course Enrolled in at least one additional music course (prefix MUS). Instructor may waive this requirement, based on level of music proficiency |
Award pays for tuition, or equivalent amount of tuition, up to seven (7) hours each semester, plus up to $100 in music fees |
Based on instructor’s recommendation Completion of all music courses each semester 3.0 GPA in music courses 2.5 GPA overall |
Shirley Jean Hicks Russell AAFFD Endowed Scholarship |
African American Male Minimum 2.5 GPA in prior coursework; submission of college transcript, or high school transcript if never attended college Must enroll as a full-time student twelve (12) hours minimum, or as a part-time student six (6) hours minimum Demonstrate financial need (Submit a copy of your FAFSA Submittal Confirmation or Student Aid Report) Submit two (2) letters of recommendation from teachers or members of the community, documenting evidence of a desire to pursue an education |
$250 for the fall semester and $250 for the spring semester One time only scholarship. If funds available, students can re-apply for the next academic school year |
Based on completion of 6 semester hours each (if part-time student) or 12 hours each semester (if full-time student) and a 2.5 cumulative grade point average on all college coursework taken in the Fall Semester |
Simmons First Bank Endowed Scholarship |
Minimum 2.5 GPA in prior coursework Resident of Union County Must be seeking a business or computer degree Enrolled in at least twelve (12) hours each semester Preference will be given to students of Hispanic origin and graduates of high schools in Union County |
$250 per semester, based on availability of funds Pays for tuition, fees, and/or textbooks |
Completion of twelve (12) hours each semester Minimum 3.0 GPA |
Jo An and Charles T. Skinner Endowed Scholarship |
Non-traditional student (age 24 or older) Minimum 2.5 GPA Must be enrolled as a full-time student (minimum 12 hours), or as a part-time student (minimum 6 hours) |
$250 each semester, based on availability of funds Pays for tuition, mandatory fees, and/or books and supplies |
Completion of six (6) hours (part-time), or twelve (12) hours (full-time) 2.5 cumulative grade point average on all college coursework |
SouthArk Employee Club Endowed Scholarship |
Completion of six (6) or more hours at SouthArk and have a minimum of 2.0 GPA in prior coursework. Must be enrolled as a full-time student (minimum 12 hours) or as a part-time student (minimum 6 hours). FAFSA must be completed prior to selection of recipient. Copy of transcript must be submitted with completed scholarship application. Student must have applied for and been denied all other types of financial aid, excluding student loans. |
Up to $300 each semester, based on availability of funds. Pays for tuition, fees, and/or books and supplies. |
Based on completion of 6 semester hours each (if part-time student) or 12 hours each semester (if full-time student) and a 2.0 cumulative grade point average on all college coursework. |
Melba Tatom Nursing Endowed Scholarship |
Minimum 3.0 GPA on college coursework Must be seeking a degree or certificate in the nursing program (RN or LPN) Must have completed first semester in the nursing program Must be enrolled as a full-time student or as a part-time student Submit two (2) letters of recommendation, one from a nursing instructor and one from a member of the community, documenting evidence of a desire to pursue an education Submit an essay (minimum 250 words) on why student has chosen the field of nursing |
Valued at $250 per semester, contingent on a 2.5 GPA each semester. Pays for tuition, mandatory fees and/or books and supplies |
Completion of second semester in the nursing program 3.0 GPA Letter of recommendation from a nursing instructor |
Jonathan M. Warren Memorial Scholarship |
Graduate of Union County High School Successfully participated in the concurrent credit program during high school Completion of a minimum of six (6) college hours, with a GPA of 2.5 in the concurrent credit enrollment program Minimum 2.5 GPA on high school or college course work Enrolled in at least six (6) hours each semester at SouthArk. Enrolled in health sciences technology, auto service technology, welding, industrial technology, process technology, criminal justice, information and business technology, and/or general studies. Copy of high school transcript submitted with completed scholarship application Letter of recommendation from high school counselor or SouthArk instructor |
$250 per semester, with a maximum duration of two consecutive semesters Pays for tuition, fees, and/or textbooks |
Completion of six (6) hours previous semester and a 2.5 GPA on all college coursework |
Dr. Ben T. Whitfield Endowed Scholarship |
Graduate of a Union County high school First-time entering college student Minimum 2.5 GPA on high school coursework Enrolled in at least twelve (12) hours each semester Two (2) letters of recommendation, one from a high school counselor or high school teacher and one from a member of the community, documenting evidence of a desire to pursue an education Demonstrate financial need |
$500 each semester, based on availability of funds Pays for tuition, fees, and/or textbooks |
Completion of twelve (12) hours each semester 2.5 cumulative GPA on all college coursework |