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Listed below are private scholarship opportunities that are open to our students. Students may apply directly with the entity providing the scholarship.
Scholarship Contact Information:
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Available Scholarships
Horatio Alger National Career & Technical Scholarship Program
Up to $2,500
Click here to view information about eligibility criteria
Click here for the scholarship application
When you obtain the application form, complete the top portion with your name and information, then e-mail the form to advisement@prcc.edu. One of our academic advisors will complete the rest of the form and return it to you.
Pinebelt Foundation Scholarhips
The Pinebelt Foundation has several scholarships available to PRCC students.
Apply online at www.pinebeltfoundation.org.
Marion County School District Educational Foundation Scholarship
This scholarship is for students from East Marion and West Marion students attending PRCC. Recipients must have a 2.0 GPA.
Ralph H. Stallcup Memorial Scholarship Fund
The Ralph H. Stallcup Memorial Scholarship Fund was established by Barbara Stallcup in honor of her late husband, Ralph H. Stallcup to provide scholarships for non-traditional students who are pursuing a degree at Pearl River Community College (PRCC) and Jones County Junior College (JCJC). Students must be age 25 or above and show financial need.
The Mystic Krewe of the Seahorse (MKOTSH) is offering a $1,000 scholarship to a PRCC student who is pursuing education in a hospitality related field.
Deadline: February 23, 2024
2023-24 Scholarship Criteria:
- Must be a resident of Hancock County
- Must be a graduating high school senior or currently enrolled PRCC student
- Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
- Must be economically disadvantaged (as determined by the school)
- Pursuing a hospitality related program of study
- Be actively involved in school and community activities
Click here for the scholarship application
Click here for a list of programs of study
Examples of Hospitality related programs of study:
- Hotel, Restaurant, and Tourism
- Hotel and Lodging Management
- Restaurant Management
- Culinary Science/Arts
- Business and Hospitality Management
- Business and Marketing Management
- Business Administration
- Event and Promotional Planning
- Mass Communication
- Public Relations
- Entrepreneurship
- Marketing
- Gaming
- Accounting Technology with Gaming Concentration
- Administrative Office Technology with Gaming Concentration
- Business and Marketing Management with Gaming Concentration
- Customer Service
- Human Resources
- Finance
- Economics
- Barbering
- Cosmetology
- Social Work
- Advertising
Please e-mail mkotshscholarship@gmail.com if you have any questions.
Mississippi Association of Supervisors Scholarship
$500
Click here to view information about eligibility criteria and how to apply
Project Impact MS has several scholarship opportunities for Mississippi high school seniors.
Click on the link below to review all of the scholarships and eligibility criteria.
Applicants must be enrolled or admitted in a 500-hour minimum, entry-level massage therapy program at the time the scholarship application is submitted.
The Lariat STEM Scholarship is for students aged 18 to 24 who are pursuing degrees in science, technology, engineering, and math. The scholarship is for $6,000 as a freshman or sophomore.
The application opens on January 1 and the application deadline is June 15.
Eligibility requirements:
- From a small town (fewer than 25,000 people)
- Family household income of $55,000 or less
- Strong performance in math and science
To learn more and apply for the scholarship, visit the Lariat Foundation website at LariatFoundation.org.
BrandSource Scholarship
In collaboration with Together We Rise, the Brandsource Scholarship provides access to academic and workforce opportunities for America’s current and former foster youth. To accomplish this, scholarship recipients receive up to 5,500 annually for up to two years in an effort to alleviate the financial burdens associated with securing a trade certification, licensure and/or vocational degree. To ensure their long-term success, recipients have an opportunity to receive access to peronsal mentorship and career development services.
Click here for additional information and to complete the application process.
Jack Kent Cooke Foundation Undergraduate Transfer Scholarship
Scholarship amounts vary
Click here to view information about eligibility criteria and how to apply (for community college students transferring to a university)
Toothbrush.org Dental Career Scholarships
Various scholarships awarded for students interested in dental careers (PRCC students can apply for scholarships for pre-dental and dental hygiene students)
Deadline: varies by scholarship
Click here to view information about eligibility criteria and how to apply
This is a $2,500 scholarship for students who have experienced homelessness in the last six years.
View the eligibility criteria and apply at the SchoolHouse Connection website.
Coca-Cola Scholarship
Scholarship amounts vary
Click here to view information about eligibility criteria and how to apply (students must apply during their last year of high school)
FastWeb
Search for thousands of scholarships online here
Get2College – Private scholarship search
Click here for the list of scholarships
These scholarships are all sponsored by private loan lenders. Loan applications are not required for entry.
Please read all terms & conditions before applying.
Nitro
Enter to win a $2,000 scholarship
Click here to view information about eligibility criteria and how to apply (scholarship sponsored by Sallie Mae)
PNC Bank Scholarship
Enter to win a $2,000 scholarship
Click here to view information about eligibility criteria and how to apply
Citizens Bank Scholarship
Enter to win a $2,500 scholarship
Click here to view information about eligibility criteria and how to apply
College Covered Scholarship
Enter to win a $5,000 scholarship
Click here to view information about eligibility criteria and how to apply (sponsored by Discover Student Loans)
Earnest Scholarship
Enter to win a $5,000 scholarship
Click here to view information about eligibility criteria and how to apply (sponsored by Earnest Student Loans)
Click here to search for scholarships based on your skills and interests (sponsored by Sallie Mae).
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