Description:

This scholarship was established by Barnes and Noble College Booksellers to support the education of TCC students.  Scholarship funds should be applied to the purchase of textbooks only.

Criteria:

• Student must be enrolled in a degree or certificate program.

• Student can be a full-time or part-time student.

• Student must have not yet met the cost of attendance for the year.

• If a continuing student at TCC, student must have an overall GPA of 2.5.

• If a new student at TCC, student must have a high school GPA of 2.8.

Application Materials:

•TCC Scholarship Application

Description:

The College-wide Scholarship was established by Chris R. Marcia.  Mr. Marcia served in the U.S. Marine Corps.  After his service in the Marines, he attended Tidewater Community College (TCC) and went on to graduate from the University of Virginia.  Mr. Marcia believes that the scholarships he received at TCC helped him to achieve his academic goals, and he is establishing this scholarship to help afford other veterans the same opportunities given to him.  Scholarship funds should be used for tuition, fees, and books.

Criteria:

•  Student can be a full-time or part-time student currently enrolled at TCC.

•  Student must demonstrate financial need.

•  Student must demonstrate academic merit through a GPA of 3.0 or higher. In the 

    case of no eligible applicants, a GPA of 2.7 will be considered.

•  Student must have an honorable discharge from the military (DD214).

•  Student must have served at least 3-years of active duty in the military (DD214).

•  Student must submit a short essay (no more than 250 words) on:

       •  His or her defining moment in the military

       •  How the military experience will shape his or her future career goals

Application Materials:

• TCC Scholarship Application

• Short essay (250 words or less) describing military experience and career goals

• Thank You Letter Required

Description:

The College-wide General Scholarship was established through donations to the Tidewater Community College Educational Foundation.  Scholarship funds should be used for tuition, fees, and books.

Criteria:

• Student must be currently enrolled at TCC in a degree or certificate program

• Continuing student (minimum of 6 completed credits)
• Student must have a cumulative GPA of 2.5

• Funds will be equally awarded in two semesters

• Amount of scholarship award per student not to exceed tuition, fees, and/or books

• Letter of recommendation is required with application from one of the following:

  TCC faculty member, faculty from another institution or employer

Application Materials:

•TCC Scholarship Application

•Letter of Recommendation

Daniel C. Pettway Scholarship

Description:

This scholarship was established by the Hampton Roads Chapter of the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating, and Air Conditioning Engineers to support future HVAC professionals.  Scholarship funds may be used for tuition, fees, books, and other expenses associated with the student’s program.

Criteria:

• Student must be enrolled in one of the following programs: Engineering, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration, and/or the Computer Aided Drafting and Design Technology program.

• Student must submit a short essay describing how he or she intends to use his or her TCC education to pursue a career in the HVAC industry, specifically by transferring to a four-year institution, taking a position with a supplier of HVAC equipment, and/or taking a position with an engineering/contracting firm as a designer/technician.

• Student can be a full-time or part-time student.

• Student must have completed at least 20 credit hours.

• Student must have a minimum overall GPA of 2.5.

Application Materials:

• TCC Scholarship Application

• Short Essay

• Thank You Letter Required

Description:

The Tidewater Community College Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Scholarship is awarded annually to one TCC student. The scholarship is based on a full year's tuition and fees at the approved in-state rate and it is based on 15 credit hours for two semesters. The scholarship will be disbursed in two equal payments at the beginning of the fall and spring semesters and it can only be used at TCC. 

Criteria:

•  Student must be currently enrolled full time at TCC.

•  Student must have at least one semester remaining prior to graduation.

•  Student must be in good academic standing with a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or

    higher.

•  Student must have completed at least 12 credits at TCC.

•  Student must provide documented evidence of community service or service learning experiences (continuous committed service in the community) on company letterhead.

•Scholarship recipient must attend the TCC Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Scholarship Program held in February.

• Submit the completed application to the location indicated on the scholarship materials by the posted due date. 

Application Materials:

• Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Scholarship Application

Description:

This scholarship was established in 1994 by the E. C. Wareheim Foundation, which distributes funds to support efforts that promote the independence and personal achievement of individuals. The scholarship funds should be applied to tuition, fees, and books.

Criteria:

• Financial need
• Full-time or part-time student
• New or continuing student
• GPA of 3.0 or higher
• Enrolled in a degree, certificate or diploma program

Application Materials:

• TCC Scholarship Application

•  Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)

• Thank You Letter Required

Description:

This scholarship was established by the F. Ludwig Diehn Fund of The Norfolk Foundation in 2006 to support students participating in the TCC Chorus. The scholarship funds should be applied to tuition, fees, books, and supplies.

Criteria:  

• Students must enroll in any Associate’s degree program at TCC

• Students must register for & participate in MUS 137/237 – Chorus

• Students must have and maintain an overall 2.5 academic GPA and a 3.0 GPA in

  MUS 137/237
• Student must audition for the director of the TCC chorus

• Students must assist in recruiting other students for the TCC chorus

Application Materials:

• Diehn 2011 Scholarship Application

Description:

This scholarship was established by TCC Professor Mark Greer in 2007 in honor and in memory of his mother, Genevieve Greer.  This endowed scholarship is meant to support female students who are pursuing higher education for the first time at a later point in life or who are returning to school after a break.  Funds should be used for tuition, fees, books, and other expenses associated with pursuing a degree at Tidewater Community College.

Criteria:

• Student must be a female who is 25 years of age or older

• Student can be a full-time or part-time student carrying at least 9 credit hours

• Student must have not yet met the cost of attendance for the year

• Student must submit a short essay describing why she is returning to school and how this scholarship would help her succeed in her educational pursuits

Application Materials:

• TCC Scholarship Application

•  Short Essay

• Thank You Letter Required

Description:

George B. Pass, President of TCC for almost 25 years, was admired and respected for his outstanding ability to engage both elected and appointed state officials in the needs of the college. It was during Dr. Pass’s tenure that TCC grew from 1,000 to 20,000 students, and from a single campus to three campuses plus the Norfolk Skills Center. This scholarship is intended to provide financial assistance to students involved in community service. The scholarship will be awarded to one student each year and is applicable to tuition only.

Criteria:

• Continuing student (24 credit hours completed)
• GPA of 3.5 or higher

• Full-time or part-time student
• Enrolled in a degree, diploma, or certificate program
• Demonstrated evidence of a wide array of community service and/or civic achievement

Application Materials:

• TCC Scholarship Application

• Personal essay describing student’s community service and/or civic achievement

Description:

This scholarship was established by Gerald and Kathleen Ortiz to support a student who graduates from TCC. The scholarship fund shall be used for tuition, books and course related expenses.

Criteria:

• Continuing student (must be in the final semester of the degree program).
• GPA of 3.0 or higher

• Full-time student
• Enrolled in a college-wide degree program

• Student must not have met the cost of attendance for the year.
• Student must be transferring to a four-year institution to continue studies toward a baccalaureate degree.

• Student must agree to remain active in TCC's Alumni Association upon graduation.

• The scholarship applicant must provide an essay, in 500 words or less, on how they believe their enrollment at TCC has helped them grow as a person, how it has helped them obtain their career objectives, and how they plan on continuing a relationship with the TCC Alumni Association.

Application Materials:

• TCC Scholarship Application

• Personal essay of 500 words or less

• Thank You Letter Required

Description:

This scholarship was established by The Greater Hampton Roads Chapter of the National Defense Industrial Association to support a student who is pursuing an Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree in Technical Studies. The scholarship fund should be used for tuition, fees and books.

Criteria:

• A current student must have minimum overall GPA of 3.0.
• A new student must have a 3.0 GPA upon entering TCC from high school.

• Full-time student or part-time student.
• Student must not have met the cost of attendance for the year.

• Scholarship recipient agrees to attend at least one of the Association's meetings per year to be recognized by the Association and to meet a local dignitary who will be present at the meeting.

Application Materials:

• TCC Scholarship Application

• Thank You Letter Required

Description:

This scholarship was established by former TCC student Hisayuki Yamaie from the proceeds of his art work. The scholarship is intended to support students studying art at the TCC Visual Arts Center and who are children of members of the fire, emergency medical, or police services or of the U.S. military.

Criteria:

• Full-time student in good standing in one of the programs offered by the TCC Visual Arts Center.
• Son or daughter of a member of the fire, emergency medical, or police services or the United States military services.
• Outstanding portfolio as determined by the Director of the Visual Arts Center.

Application Materials:

• TCC Scholarship Application

• Thank You Letter Required

Description:

This scholarship recognizes one student annually who is committed to the pursuit of academic excellence. The scholarship funds should be applied to tuition and fees.

Criteria:

• Minimum GPA of 3.0
• Enrolled in a program of study
• Continuing student with at least 24 credits completed

Application Materials:

• TCC Scholarship Application

Description:

This scholarship was established in 2006 by HSBC - North America to recognize a young student at each campus who has achieved academic excellence.

Criteria:

•  Available to full time or part time students

•  Any major is acceptable: student must include a typewritten paragraph with the application detailing his/her career goals

•  Minimum GPA of 2.8

•  New or continuing student

•  Enrolled in a degree or certificate program

•  Student must be 25 years of age or younger

Application Materials:

• TCC Scholarship Application

• Typewritten paragraph detailing career goals

• Thank You Letter Required

Description:

This scholarship was established by Robert Randolph to support TCC Nursing students. The scholarship money may be used for tuition, fees, books, and other expenses associated with the nursing program.

Criteria:

•  Student must be pursuing a nursing degree at Tidewater Community College.

•  Student may be a full-time or part-time student.

•  Student must demonstrate financial need.

•  Student must have a minimum GPA 3.0.

Application Materials:

• TCC Scholarship Application

• Thank You Letter Required

Description:

Kevin and Linnie Carter are natives of Norfolk and established this scholarship in 2007 to demonstrate their love for their hometown and education. They attended Norfolk Public Schools and graduated from Maury High School. Scholarship funds should be applied to tuition, fees, and books.

Criteria:

• Full-time or part-time student
• Minimum GPA of 2.0

• Student must reside in Lambert's Point, Park Place or Colonial Place in Norfolk, Va.

Application Materials:

• TCC Scholarship Application

• Thank You Letter Required

Description:

This scholarship was established by a gift from the estate of Mrs. Mary Flickinger. It was her desire to provide aid to TCC students to pay for their education. Funds should be applied to tuition, fees, and books.

Criteria:

• Available to full time or part time students

• The applicant must have completed 6 credits

• The applicant must be enrolled in degree or certificate program

• The applicant must have a minimum GPA of 2.5

Application Materials:

• TCC Scholarship Application

Application Materials:

• TCC Scholarship Application

• Thank You Letter Required

Description:

The Students Serving Persons with Developmental Disabilities Scholarship was established by the SD Club to support deserving graduates of TCC's Special Education Program who are interested in pursuing a degree in Special Education or a related field at a four year institution.

Criteria:

• Active member of the Students Serving Persons with Developmental Disabilities (SD) Club
• Graduate of TCC's Special Education Program with interest in pursuing Special Education or a related field at a four-year institution
• Semester GPA of 3.0 or higher
• Full-time or part-time (minimum 6 credits)
• Renewable with a semester 2.5 GPA

General Assumptions:

• Full-time (12 credits+) $1000 year/$500 per semester
• Part-time (6 – 11 credits) $500 year/$250 per semester
• Funds to be used for tuition, fees, books and related expenses
• If student completely withdraws from all classes remaining funds are to be returned to the SD Club Account.

Application Materials:

• Submit TCC Scholarship Application to the Chesapeake Campus Financial Aid Office• 300 word essay describing your interest in Special Education or related field
• Application Packets will be forwarded to Dr. Jerry Mayhew, Department Chair for review and selection.

Deadline: July 1

Description:

The Students Serving Persons with Developmental Disabilities Scholarship was established by the SD Club to support deserving students interested in Special Education or a related field.

Criteria:

• Active member of the Students Serving Persons with Developmental Disabilities (SD) Club
• Semester GPA of 3.0 or higher
• Full-time or part-time (minimum 6 credits)
• Renewable with a semester 2.5 GPA

General Assumptions:

• Full-time (12 credits+) $1000 year/$500 per semester
• Part-time (6 – 11 credits) $500 year/$250 per semester
• Funds to be used for tuition, fees, books and related expenses
• If student completely withdraws from all classes remaining funds are to be         returned  to the SD Club Account.

Application Materials:

• Submit TCC Scholarship Application to the Chesapeake Campus Financial Aid Office• 300 word essay describing your interest in Special Education or related field
• Application Packets will be forwarded to Dr. Jerry Mayhew, Department Chair for review and selection.

Deadline: July 1

Description:

Each year the Student Opportunities Subcommittee of the International Education Committee awards partial scholarships to deserving students to study abroad. These scholarships will only defray the cost of the program, and students will need to contribute to the cost of their study abroad experience.

Criteria:

Short Term Study Abroad Scholarship Criteria

Application Materials:

See Scholarship Criteria

Description:

Eight (8) $500 Scholarships for two (2) graduating seniors from each of the following cities: Chesapeake , Norfolk , Portsmouth , and Virginia Beach to attend ANY Tidewater Community College campus.  

Criteria:

• Students should be pursuing an AAS Degree at TCC and should have taken some Career and Technical Education courses in high school.

• Students should be registered as a full-time student at a TCC campus in the fall of 2005, with scholarship money available in early 2006.

• Minimum 2.5 overall GPA.

Application Materials:

• TCC Scholarship Application

• Copy of high school transcript

• One letter of recommendation from a teacher

• Letter from student stating future plans after TCC and financial need

• Associate in Applied Science (AAS) Degree that you are going to pursue at TCC

Description:

The purpose of the Commonwealth Legacy Scholarship Program is to increase access to higher education and to develop student leadership potential. A $3,000 scholarship will be awarded for the fall 2011 and spring 2012 semesters.  Awards may be used for tuition/fees and books and supplies. 

Criteria:

• Commonwealth Legacy Scholars will be students attending college for the first time at a Virginia Community College.

• Selections will be based on merit.

• Scholars will demonstrate academic excellence during high school.

• Scholars will demonstrate a willingness to promote community college education  and the Commonwealth Legacy Scholarship Program.

• Scholars will demonstrate a commitment to developing leadership potential.

• Students must be full-time, associate’s degree seeking students with plans to graduate from a Virginia Community College.

• If selected, recipients agree to:

        •  Attend an orientation developed for Commonwealth Legacy Scholars

      •  Participate in a minimum of two state-wide events annually

      •  Participate in the annual Student Leadership program

Note: The cost of these events will be funded.

Application Materials:

• TCC Scholarship Application

• Official high school transcript

• Official TCC transcript (when appropriate)

• One letter of recommendation from either a high school or college faculty

  member, written on official school stationery

• Thank You Letter Required

Description:

VAC scholarships are awarded to current and incoming VAC students who are enrolled in one of our degree programs.

Criteria:

• Awards are based on a review of a six piece portfolio judged by a

   committee of VAC full time faculty. This judging usually takes place in June.

• Scholarship recipients must take at least six credit hours in the fall and

  spring semesters.

Application Materials:

• Students interested in the Visual Arts Center Academic Scholarships should

  call the Director of the Visual Arts Center at 757-822-1888.

• TCC Scholarship Application

Description:

This scholarship was established in 2010 by Darrell and Sally Craig to celebrate the 15th anniversary of TCC’s Visual Arts Center. The scholarship may be used for tuition, fees, books, and other expenses associated with the Visual Arts Center Programs.

Criteria:

• Student must be enrolled in degree program at the Visual Arts Center at TCC.

• Student can be a full-time or part-time student.

• Student must have not yet met the cost of attendance for the year.

• If a continuing student at TCC, student must have an overall GPA of 2.0.

• If a new student at TCC, student must have a high school GPA of 2.8.

• Student must submit a portfolio demonstrating aptitude in the arts as determined by the Director of the Visual Arts Center and two Visual Arts Center faculty members.

Application Materials:

• TCC Scholarship Application

•  Portfolio

• Thank You Letter Required

Description:

This scholarship was established to honor the lawyers and staff of Willcox & Savage for their long and outstanding support of civic endeavors in the Tidewater community.

Criteria:

• Student can be from any TCC campus with preference for a student from

   Norfolk or Virginia Beach
•  Student must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher
• Recipient should write a note of thanks to Willcox & Savage Law Firm

Application Materials:

• TCC Scholarship Application

• Thank You Letter Required

Description:

Named for William E. Wood, founder of William E. Wood & Associates (realty company), this scholarship is intended to support a student pursuing a degree in business. The scholarship funds should be applied to tuition and fees.

Criteria:

• Student must be a full-time student (minimum 12 credit hours per semester)
• Student must be a continuing student  with 24 credit hours completed
• Student must be enrolled in an A.S. degree program for business
• Student must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher

Application Materials:

• TCC Scholarship Application

• Thank You Letter Required