Grants and Scholarships

The College provides qualified North Central State College students with academic, financial need, and general scholarships for college-related expenses. There are scholarships available for new and current students as well as full-time and part-time students.

Financial need is a specific qualifier for some scholarships. For an applicant to be considered for a scholarship based on financial need, he or she must submit a FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid). FAFSAs are submitted online at www.fafsa.gov, opens in a new window. North Central State College’s federal school code is 005313 (this needs to be entered on the FAFSA application). Contact the College’s Financial Aid Office with questions about FAFSA.

  • Tuition Freedom Scholarships logo
    Reminder!  To be eligible for the Tuition Freedom Scholarship, you must take action (submitting a FAFSA and other requested documentation, etc.) to have your eligibility for federal student aid determined each year by dates posted on the College Web site.  For 2024/24, submission deadlines are:

    FAFSA Application deadline is June 27, 2024

    Submit any information requested from financial aid by July 11, 2024

  • Foundation Necessities Loan Fund

    Loan provides for books, uniforms, fees, etc., to students in at least their third College quarter with at least a 2.25 GPA who receive little or no financial aid; loan is forgiven if student graduates from North Central State within four years of first Necessities Fund loan (administered by the College Foundation)

    North Central State College Foundation Scholarships

    • Who may apply? Those who will be regularly enrolled students at the College during the 2024/25 academic year (fall 2024/spring 2025). A regularly enrolled student is one who has graduated from high school (or received a GED) and is seeking to earn an NC State degree or aid-eligible certificate.
    • Deadline to apply: March 1, 2024
    • Those awarded a scholarship will be notified by mid April.
    • All applicants must file a 2024/25 FAFSA by March 1, 2024.  NC State’s FAFSA code is 005313
    • Incomplete applications will not be considered. You will not be notified if your application is incomplete.
    • Most scholarships carry stipulations (e.g., major, GPA, level of enrollment, place of residence, year-in-college, etc.)
    • Scholarship proceeds will be credited to recipients’ fiscal accounts at the College to help pay tuition expenses. No cash payments will be made to students from scholarship funds.

    Application is live from February 1, 2024-March 1, 2024

    Access the application here from February 1, 2024-March 1, 2024

    Everyone that applies for a scholarship from Feb 1 through March 1 will be entered to win a weekly drawing for a family 4 pack of Cedar Point tickets for the 2024 season. The sooner a student applies for scholarships, the more chances they will have to win.

    For a complete list of scholarships available visit the North Central State College Foundation 

  • State Grants and Scholarship

    The State of Ohio provides resources in a wide variety of programs so that immediate cost savings are available to students. North Central State College participates in the following State programs:

    Choose Ohio First Scholarship

    The Choose Ohio First Scholarship is designed to significantly strengthen Ohio’s competitiveness within STEMM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math and Medicine) disciplines and STEM+M education.* (* = Science, technology, engineering, medical)

    Students new to NC State can qualify for a scholarship funded by the State of Ohio. Its purpose is to support Ohioans preparing for careers in STEMM fields and to encourage them to remain in Ohio when they graduate.  Students who are eligible for a Choose Ohio First will receive notice via postal mail or email on their next steps.

    Qualifying majors:

    • Bioscience
    • Information Technology Cyber Security
    • Information Technology Networking
    • Integrated Engineering Technology
    • Licensed Practical Nursing
    • Mechanical Engineering Technology – Bachelor’s Degree
    • Physical Therapist Assistant
    • Respiratory Care
    • Registered Nursing
    • Visual Communication Graphic Design

    Awards range from $1,500 to $2,000 of the two-semester academic year.  The amount awarded is based on the number of credit hours earned and on the level of academic achievement.  Unlike many scholarships, the COF is not last dollar, it is not reduced by other awarded grant/scholarship aid.

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    Ohio War Orphans & Severely Disabled Veterans’ Children Scholarship

    The Ohio War Orphans Scholarship Program awards tuition assistance to the children of deceased or severely disabled Ohio veterans who served in the armed forces during a period of declared war or conflict. The scholarship covers tuition costs only.

    Application information:

    Additional Term Eligibility Requirements Must Also Be Met in Order to Receive This Scholarship

    • Be listed on the Eligibility Roster received from the state.
    • Have a minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA*
    • Register for 12 or more credit hours per term.
    • Be pursuing a degree program.
    • Be making satisfactory academic progress as determined by the school

    *Students must have 2.0 eligibility by the end of the first year under the program (two semesters or three quarters). In order to retain eligibility, students must maintain at least a 2.0 cumulative GPA for the balance of their undergraduate studies.


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    Ohio National Guard Scholarship Program

    The Ohio National Guard Scholarship Program (ONGSP) is available to current members of the Ohio Army & Air National Guard, as well as former members with qualifying deployment time (Latta Amendment students). The scholarship covers 100% of basic tuition charges for courses applicable to, or leading to, an associate or bachelor’s degree, a diploma-granting nursing program, as well as approved trade certification, credential-certifying, or licensing programs at participating public colleges and universities.

    Application Information

    Eligibility Requirements

    • Be an Ohio National Guard member in good standing and having qualifying years in Ohio.
    • Enrolled in a bachelor’s degree, associate degree, or an approved certificate program.
    • Enrolled in at least 3 credit hours.


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    Second Chance Grant 

    The State of Ohio further strengthened its commitment to assisting students in attaining a degree or credential through the establishment of the Second Chance Grant.  The objectives of the Second Chance Grant are to reduce financial barriers preventing Ohioans with some college credit but no bachelor’s degree from returning to higher education and to increase the number of Ohioans with a degree or credential.

    The Second Chance Grant provides financial assistance in the form of up to $3,000 grants to eligible students re-enrolling at a qualifying institution in order to obtain a degree or credential.

    Eligibility Requirements

    • Be an Ohio Resident
    • May not have a bachelor’s degree.
    • Male recipients over 18 must also be registered with Selective Service per state law.
    • Has attended college within the last five years (CCP enrollment does not count)
    • Has not attended college within the last two semesters.
    • Be in good academic standing and not have a record of disciplinary issues, including being suspended or expelled from the institution.
    • Must complete the FAFSA and accept any federal and state need-based grants that are awarded.
    • Students who possess a credential or degree must pursue a higher credential or degree.

    Students who are already receiving another state scholarship (eg, Choose Ohio First, Ohio National Guard) cannot receive this award.  The state retains the authority to reduce or cancel funding for this program.  If this were to happen, funding for all individual scholars would be likewise affected.


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    Great Minds Fellowship

    The Great Minds Fellowship is ideal for students looking to make a difference and contribute to growing Ohio’s behavioral health workforce. The program will help students jump-start a successful future in their chosen career path while allowing communities across Ohio to better care for those living with mental health and substance abuse disorders.

    The Great Minds Fellowship is a program available to students within two years of graduating with degrees or certificates in social work, marriage and family therapy, mental health counseling, psychiatric/mental health nursing, and substance abuse/addiction counseling.

    Qualifying Great Minds Fellows will be eligible during their undergraduate and graduate studies for scholarship. Funding will be available beginning in the fall 2023 semester.

    Eligibility Requirements

    • Must be within 2 years of graduating with a degree or certificate in one of the following programs:
      • Social Work associate degree
      • Substance Abuse short-term certificate.
    • Must commit to performing their internship at a participating Ohio Community Behavioral Health Center (CBHC) and, upon graduation, commit to employment at a participating CBHC for at least one year. Students are not obligated to post-graduation employment at the same CBHC, where they complete their Great Minds Fellowship-funded internship.
    • Must sign an agreement with the State of Ohio, committing to both the internship placement and post-graduation employment requirements.

    Application Information: More information is coming, as this is a new program.


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    Nurse Education Assistance Loan Program (NEALP)

    The Nurse Education Assistance Loan Program (NEALP) provides financial assistance to Ohio students enrolled in (or accepted for enrollment) for at least half-time study in an approved Ohio nurse education program. In exchange, to qualify for loan cancellation, recipients must be employed full-time as a registered nurse or licensed practical nurse in the State of Ohio for a minimum of five years after graduation.

    • Be an Ohio resident.
    • Be a U.S. citizen or a permanent resident.
    • Be enrolled in or be accepted for enrollment in an approved associate degree nurse education program in Ohio colleges, universities, hospitals, or vocational schools.
    • Not be in default or owe a refund to any Federal Financial Aid program.
    • Be making satisfactory academic progress as determined by the school.

    Application Information

    • Complete the FAFSA
    • Students may apply after January 1 each year.
    • There is a deadline of July 15th each year. Notification of acceptance or denial for NEALP funding will be sent the first week of September.


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    Gear Up Ohio Scholarship

    The GEAR UP Ohio Scholarship is designed to help low-income and first-generation college students prepare for college and receive the support needed to achieve success in postsecondary education. The funding may be used to pay for college tuition, room & board, books, and other college-related expenses.
    Eligibility Requirements

    • Successfully participate in GEAR UP Ohio programming for one year or more
    • Possess a high school diploma or GED certificate.
    • Be a U.S. citizen, a U.S. national, have a green card, have an arrival-departure record, have battered immigrant status, or have a T-Visa
    • Be enrolled or accepted for enrollment as an undergraduate student in an eligible degree program at an eligible institution.
    • Be less than 22 years old at the time of the first scholarship award.
    • To remain eligible, students must stay in good academic standing and attend college at least half-time.

    Application Information

    • The application window is between April 1 and July 1 each year.
    • Eligible students must contact the local GEAR UP Site Director to access the application.


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    Ohio Safety Officers College Memorial Fund

    The Ohio Safety Officers College Memorial Fund Program provides undergraduate tuition assistance to a child, spouse, and qualified former spouse of peace officers, fire fighters and certain other safety officers who are killed in the line-of-duty, anywhere in the United States. It also provides undergraduate or certificate tuition assistance to the children and spouses of a member of the armed services of the U.S. who has been killed in the line of duty during Operation Enduring Freedom, Operation Iraqi Freedom, or a combat zone designated by the President of the United States.
    Eligibility Requirements

    • Be a child, spouse, or a qualified former spouse of peace officers, firefighters and certain other safety officers who are killed in the line of duty anywhere in the United States
    • Be a child or spouse of a member of the armed services of the U.S. who has been killed in the line of duty during Operation Enduring Freedom, Operation Iraqi Freedom, or a combat zone designated by the President of the United States
    • Do not qualify for the Ohio War Orphan & Severely Disabled Veterans’ Children Scholarship Program
    • Be a resident of Ohio.
      • Not required to have been Ohio residents at the time the service member was killed in the line of duty.

    Application Information


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    Ohio Hidden Heroes Scholarship Program

    Ohio Hidden Heroes Scholarship Program that provides a series of financial and other benefits to an eligible individual who is enrolled as a family caregiver under the federal Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers (PCAFC) and who provides care to a veteran who has a 100% service-connected disability.

    Under the program, an institution shall accept applications to participate in the program from eligible caregivers who enroll at the institution. The website is currently under construction and the application will soon be available at htps://highered.ohio.gov/educators/financial-aid/sgs/hidden-heroes/hidden-heroes.


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    John H. Chafee Foster Care Independence Program and the Education and Training Voucher (ETV) Program  

    Legislative changes were implemented to help identify applicants who are or were in the foster care system.  These applicants may be eligible for assistance through federal programs for foster youth, such as the John H. Chafee Foster Care Independence Program and the Education and Training Voucher (ETV) Program.  Find contact information for your state ETV coordinator.

    Independent Living Coordinator/ETV Program Ohio Department of Job and Family Services Office of Families and Children Toll-Free: (855) 471-1931 Email: oh@statevoucher.org

  • These scholarships are provided by organizations outside of North Central State College. Please contact these organizations directly to apply for a scholarship.

    Ashland County Community Foundation Scholarships

    Please click here to apply for the Ashland Community Foundations scholarships, opens in a new window and view scholarship opportunities and information about the donors who created each of our scholarship funds.

    Students may apply for scholarships beginning January 1 of each year. The application deadline date for scholarships is posted on their website.

    Ashland County Community Foundation Hess Educational Loans 
    The Ashland County Community Foundation offers Hess Educational Loans of $2,000 or more to students pursuing higher education. Hess Loans are an exclusive Ashland County advantage made possible by a generous gift of Dr. and Mrs. Gilbert Hess in 1922.

    You must meet the following criteria in order to be eligible to apply for a Hess Loan:

    • 1.) Ashland County residents of all ages (must be U.S. citizens) who have graduated from any high school, OR 2.) Non-Ashland County residents who have graduated from any Ashland County high school and plan to begin pursuing higher education by age 23
    • Resident household net worth is less than $250,000
    • 2.5 GPA or above

    Visit www.ashlandforgood.org and complete the eligibility quiz followed by the online application.

    Ashland County Community Foundation Scholarships for non-traditional students

    Going back to school?  There are several non-traditional student scholarship opportunities available through Ashland County Community Foundation availble to Ashland County residents and graduates of Ashland County high schools pursuing higher education.

    Specific opportunities exist for non-traditional students in the following fields:

    Nursing
    Firefighter/Paramedic
    Welding

    They  also have scholarships for which preference is given to:

    Women
    Milton and Montgomery Township residents
    Students experiencing financial hardship due to job loss, divorce, death of a spouse, or illness of a family member
    Students accepted to North Central State College
    Members of Zion Lutheran Church in Loudonville

    How do I apply?

    Visit www.ashlandforgood.org, create an account and fill out one online application to be considered for all scholarships for which you are eligible.

    Application Deadline: March 15

    Coshocton County Community Foundation Scholarships

    The individual applications, deadline date for scholarships are posted on their website   http://www.coshoctonfoundation.org/

    Crawford County Community Foundation Scholarships

    The Community Foundation for Crawford County offers numerous scholarships for students who are graduates of one of the six Crawford County high schools.

    Please visit the Community Foundation for Crawford County’s scholarship page to review opportunities for Crawford County residents.

    Holmes County Education Foundation Scholarship Program

    Holmes County Education Foundation offers a wide variety of scholarships for new students as well as renewal scholarships.

    Apply here:  https://hcef.net/scholarship-info-application

    Marion Community Foundation Scholarship Program

    Marion Community Foundation Scholarship Program – Most of the scholarships are geared towards Marion county students, but there are a handful of Crawford county scholarships as well.

    More information on awards; also click on scholarships available to search for Crawford County awards: https://www.marioncommunityfoundation.org/mcf/Scholarships/tabid/650/Default.aspx

    The Community Foundation of Mount Vernon and Knox County Scholarships

    Please click here to apply for The Community Foundations of Mount Vernon and Knox County scholarships and view scholarship opportunities and information about the donors who created each of our scholarship funds.

    The application deadline date for scholarships is posted on their website.

    Richland County Foundation Scholarships

    • Application is available here for two-year and four-year degree scholarships. , opens in a new window
    • Scholarships available for Career Technical Education (CTE) students
    • Deadline can vary depending on the application.
    • Scholarship awards are for the upcoming academic year beginning in the fall.
    • Scholarship grant dollars will be sent directly to the college in August.
    • It is the student’s responsibility to notify Richland County Foundation of a change in college attended.
    • A change in college after a scholarship is awarded could result in a reduction of amount or loss of award.

    Scholarships are based on the following criteria:

    • Must be a Richland County resident or graduate from a Richland County high school.
    • Demonstrate financial need.
    • Pursue a full-time undergraduate program at an accredited college or career school.
    • New applicants must achieve a 2.5 GPA or above and previous scholarship recipients applying for a scholarship must achieve at least a 2.0 GPA.
    • The deadline for applying for college scholarships is April 1st each year. Students must apply each year. These are not recurring scholarships.

    Wayne County Community Foundation Scholarships

    The Wayne County Community Foundation manages over 130 scholarship funds, each with their own criteria.  Scholarships through WCCF may be used for tuition and fees (not including room and board) required for enrollment or attendance at the educational institution. Fees, books, supplies and equipment directly required for courses of instruction are eligible if they can be purchased directly from the school.

    The individual applications, deadline date for scholarships are posted on their website.   https://www.waynecountycommunityfoundation.org/scholarships

    Wyandotte County Community Foundation Scholarships

    The individual applications, deadline date for scholarships are posted on their website.   https://www.wyandotcommunityfoundation.org/

  • These scholarships are provided by organizations outside of North Central State College. Please contact these organizations directly to apply for a scholarship.   Scholarship opportunities may be available thru employers, individuals, private companies, nonprofits, communities, religious groups, and professional and social organizations.

    The 33 Forever Scholarship in Honor of Danielle Leedy

    Scholarship Description:
    • A $1,333 one-time award (payable directly to the college or institution) to high school graduating seniors as follows:
      • Lexington High School senior (1 award);
      • Ontario High School senior (1 award);
      • Any other Richland County high school senior (1 award total); and
      • Any Pickaway County high school senior (1 award total).

    for the purpose of pursuing post-high school education. It is awarded based on the criteria below (not financial need).

    Scholarship Criteria & Application Requirements:
    • Minimum 2.0 HS GPA (must include official transcript)
    • The applicant must be attending a 2 or 4 year degree-granting accredited institution the following school year and must be seeking a bachelor’s or associate’s degree (identify institution and program to be pursued)
    • A written essay or short video (4 minutes maximum) describing either: (1) an obstacle the applicant has overcome OR (2) ways in which the applicant has had to demonstrate resilience OR (3) how a mental health issue/challenge has affected someone the applicant may know. It should also describe how the above has impacted the applicant and the applicant’s future or how they live their life as a result or why they are the person they are. It should also describe the applicant’s future goals or aspirations – both short and long term.
    • A description and/or demonstration of the applicant’s involvement in a community service project or program or some other activity supporting others in the community (required).
    • A listing/description of the applicant’s school, community and/or work activities during high school.
    • The online application is available at: https://forms.gle/PxVzLi5PZnYCQjjw6.

    Applications must be received by 33 Forever on or before 5:00 pm, April 1, 2022 by hand delivery or e-mail to:

    33 Forever, Inc.
    1 Marion Ave., Suite 215
    Mansfield, OH 44903

    E-mail submissions to: jeff@33forever.life

    Information and application available at:  The 33 Forever Scholarship in Honor of Danielle Leedy – 33 Forever

    AAUW of Medina County Scholarship Fund

    Established by the American Association of University Women of Medina County to award scholarships to nontraditional female students. A “nontraditional” student is a woman whose undergraduate education has been interrupted or delayed. Two $1000 scholarships will be awarded. For more information, contact Cheri Ingraham at 330-723-3355.

    Information and application available at www.akroncf.org/students

    The Amish Descendants Scholarship Fund

    The Amish Descendant Scholarship Fund (ADSF) was founded by a small group of former Amish with big dreams — to help other former Amish realize their dreams of earning a college education. Because the Amish only study to the eighth grade, it is challenging for those who leave the community to pursue a higher education. We hope to offer a helping hand by providing financial assistance and support. For more information about ADSF and how to apply, please visit our website: Amish Descendant Scholarship Fund, opens in a new window.

    Area Agency on Aging Scholarship

    A scholarship program to students pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree that would benefit the field of aging. Applicant must have graduated from a High School located in one of the following Counties: Ashland, Crawford, Huron, Knox, Marion, Morrow, Richland, Seneca or Wyandot. Must be enrolled in one of the following courses of study: Nursing, Social Work,
    Pharmacy, Physical Therapy, Speech Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Dietetics or Gerontology.

    More information: https://www.aaa5ohio.org/  or call  567-247-7105

    The Ashland County Sports Hall of Fame Scholarship

    The scholarship is awarded each year to a qualified student/athletes in Ashland County. The purpose of the scholarship is to assist in deserving high school graduates to further their education. All resident Ashland County senior high school student/athletes are eligible to apply for the scholarship.

    Application and more information: http://www.ashlandcosportshof.org/Scholarships.html

    Bridging the Dream Scholarships

    The Bridging the Dream Scholarships are available to minority students and those from marginalized or underserved communities, including Black, Hispanic, Pacific Islander, Indigenous, LGBTQ+, low-income, first generation, and students from rural communities, among others. Applicants must be U.S. citizens or legal permanent residents and Pell Grant-eligible.

    In 2021, The Sallie Mae Fund will award (25) $10,000 scholarships to high school seniors who plan to enroll in a two- or four-year degree professional certificate, or vocational training program. Seniors who excel
    inside and outside of the classroom and demonstrate financial need can apply now through March 8 at www.salliemae.com/landing/bridging-the-dream.

    For official scholarship rules, visit salliemae.com/about/scholarship-opportunities. No purchase necessary.

    Void where prohibited. Ends March 8.

    Bucyrus Community Hospital Auxiliary Scholarship

    The scholarship is open to all Buckeye Central, Bucyrus, Colonel Crawford, and Wynford high school seniors interested in pursuing allied medical, medical, allied dental, or dental careers. Applications are obtained through the high school guidance counselor and interviewing with the Bucyrus Community Hospital Auxiliary’s Scholarship Committee. Please direct all questions to Patty Hope, Bucyrus Community Hospital Auxiliary Scholarship Chair, (419)562-7431

    Burger King Scholars

    The BURGER KING℠ Scholars program assists employees, employees’ spouses or domestic partners, employees’ children and high school seniors in the United States, Puerto Rico and Canada in continuing their education.

    More information and application can be found here:  https://burgerking.scholarsapply.org/

    College Club West

    Tuition grants “up to $2000 or more”, offered to women whose official home residence is within the counties of Cuyahoga, Medina and Lorain counties. They must be pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in any area of study. The scholarships will be awarded to women 25 years of age and older based on financial need, goals and academic records.

    For information and application materials: https://www.collegeclubwest.org/scholarships/

    The Completing the Dream Scholarship

    In 2021, The Sallie Mae Fund will award (260) gap scholarships worth up to $2,500 to minority students and those from underserved communities who are on track to graduate but are at-risk of not completing due to financial emergency or unpaid school bill. Students can apply for the Completing the Dream Scholarship, at www.salliemae.com/landing/completing-the-dream.

    For official scholarship rules, visit salliemae.com/about/scholarship-opportunities. No purchase necessary.

    Void where prohibited. Ends March 8.

    Crawford College Connection

    Lists scholarships in area and where to obtain applications.

    http://www.crawfordcollegeconnection.org/

    Educational Service Center of Medina

    • The following scholarships are available through the Educational Service Center of Medina County office:
      • Delmar Graff Scholarship
      • Clearence H. Horn Scholarship
      • Myers Scholarship
      • Harold A. and Louise C. White Scholarship

    Application information:   http://www.medina-esc.org/Scholarships1.aspx
               Deadline: March ?

    Elks National Foundation Scholarships

    Applicants will be judged on scholarship, leadership, and financial need. The application is completed online only.
    Application/Information: https://www.elks.org/scholars/scholarships/mvs.cfm

    Firelands Electric Scholarships

    Firelands Electric Cooperative will award  scholarships to outstanding high school seniors residing in a home served by the co-op. Students will be selected in an application and interview process.

    Application and more information:

    https://www.firelandsec.com/scholarship-opportunities

    The Florence Allen Scholarships

    Florence Allen Scholarships are awarded annually by The Allen Endowment to provide Ohio women with the opportunity to achieve their full potential through education. The Florence Allen Scholarship program was established in 1924 to honor Judge Florence Ellinwood Allen, Ohio’s first woman Supreme Court justice.

    Traditional Student Applications
    • Women who will graduate or have graduated from an Ohio high school or who have received a GED from the Ohio Board of Education prior to July 1st.
    • Must be a United States citizen.
    • Undergraduates who meet the above criteria and are enrolled as full-time students at an accredited degree-granting institution recognized by a state Board of Regents.
    • Applicant must be pursuing her first undergraduate degree or a certificate.
    Non-traditional Student Applications
    • Women who are residents of Ohio and are at least 30 years old as of April 1st.
    • Must be a United States citizen.
    • Undergraduates who meet the above criteria and are enrolled at an accredited degree granting institution recognized by a state Board of Regents.
      • a. Applicant need not be a full-time student.
    • Applicant must be pursuing her first undergraduate degree or a certificate.

    Applications can be requested by email from March 1-  April 30th each year: allenendowment@gmail.com  or accessible here.

    Deadline is April 1st each year

    Jared Mansfield Chapter - Daughter of the American Revolution Scholarship

    Scholarship  is open to all students, in any field of study, including both genders, who will be attending OSU-M or NCSC, Mansfield, OH or the Dwight Schar College of Nursing, Mansfield, OH.    Call scholarship Chair Joedy  Studer at 419-631-1015

    Application must be postmarked no later than April 15, 2023

    Applications available in the financial aid office

    Intel Scholarship for Women

    Intel is sponsoring Scholarships for women in Ohio to pursue 2-year associate degrees (must be relevant to the semiconductor industry). Scholarship America is managing the program, and has reopened the application window, with a deadline of September 18th.

     

    Key points:

    -Candidate must self-identify as female

    -Only for students about to start their first year (Fall of 2023 or Spring of 2024)

    -Scholarship is for up to $5,000 ($2,500 per semester), and its use is approved for related educational expenses, not just for tuition.

    To Learn more and apply, visit learnmore.scholarsapply.org/intel-women, opens in a new window

    Knox Community Hospital Auxiliary Scholarships For Knox County Students

     The purpose of the Knox Community Hospital Auxiliary is to render service to Knox Community Hospital and its patients and to assist Knox Community Hospital in promoting the health and welfare of the community in accordance with the mission and vision established by the institution.

    Application and deadline information:
    https://www.knoxcommhosp.org/resources/auxiliary-scholarships-knox-county-students

    The Mansfield Noon Optimist

    The Scholarship Criteria is as follows:
    1. Have a permanent home address in Richland County
    2. Be enrolled in a full-time undergraduate program
    3. Provide two character reference letters
    4. Have a minimum 2.5 Grade Point Average (GPA)
    5. Scholarship grant dollars will be sent directly to the college or university prior to start of fall semester
    6. If finalist, student may be required to meet with scholarship committee for a personal interview

    Application deadline is February 25, 2022

    Application is available here (PDF)

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    May Chapter No 62, Order of the Eastern Star, PHA Scholarship

    Scholarship application can be picked up in the Financial Aid Office.

    The following criteria will be considered:

    • Resident of Richland County, Ohio
    • High School Graduation from within Richland County, Ohio
    •  Academic Performance
    • Community Service
    • Personal Essay
    • Financial Need
    • Extenuating Circumstances
    • Recommendations

    Their fall scholarship goes to a student who has already successfully completed at least one year (freshman) of college and is currently enrolled as a continuing student (sophomore or higher).
    Their spring scholarship goes to a 2021 high school graduate

    Spring Application Deadline: January 31, 2022
    Fall Application Deadline: June 30, 2022

    Medina County Federal Credit Union Scholarship Programs

    Application and deadline information:https://www.medfed.com/about/scholarship

    National Daughters of the America Revolution scholarships

    National Daughters of the America Revolution , NSDAR, offers scholarships in many different majors.   This year DAR is pleased to announce that all students will submit their applications using an online process.  Please go to the DAR public website’s scholarship page at https://dar.academicworks.com/

    Emailed and mailed applications are not accepted.

    Deadline:  January 31, 2022

    Nordson BUILDS Scholarship Program (Nordson BUILDS)

    Nordson Corporation provides three categories of scholarships: Career & Technical, University Scholars, and Creating Equity in Industry. These manufacturing industry scholarships are targeted at individuals whose permanent residence or college is near a Nordson facility, and are pursuing majors in manufacturing, engineering-related STEM disciplines, or business leading to a career in industry and corporate America. Scholarships ranging from $2,000 to $10,000 will be awarded to students planning to enroll or already enrolled in an accredited public or private not-for-profit postsecondary institution including a 4-year college/university, 2-year community college or trade school.

    • Eligible majors include Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial, and Software), Engineering Technology, Machining, Manufacturing Operations, Supply Chain Management, Business, Marketing, Accounting, Finance, Industrial Management, Information Technology, Biomedical, and engineering-related STEM majors leading to a career in the manufacturing industry and corporate America.
    • Eligible students seeking bachelor’s degrees must have at least 3.0 cumulative GPA.  Associate’s degree and certificate seeking students must have at least 2.7 cumulative GPA.
    • Scholarships will be awarded to students enrolled in accredited not-for-profit postsecondary institutions.

    Selection will be based on an overall assessment of academic performance, leadership skills, character, community service, school involvement, and the applicant’s career/college major fit.

    The Nordson BUILDS scholarship application is available online between January 15 and May 15 each year.  The deadline to apply is May 15.

    Children/dependents of Nordson employees are also eligible to apply.

    Any questions may be forwarded to OFIC at scholarships@ofic.org.

    Application and deadline information: https://www.ofic.org/smr/nordson

    NOSS: OH Student Scholarship


    The NOSS: OH Executive Board is pleased to announce the continuation of the NOSS: OH Student Scholarship, which seeks to award deserving higher education students across the state for their hard work and dedication. They  are excited to report that three $350 scholarships will be awarded for Fall Semester, 2024.

    To qualify, the student must:
    • Have completed at least one semester of higher education. The institution must be located within the state of
    Ohio OR, for institutions outside of Ohio, have a current NOSS: OH member provide one of the required
    recommendations. College Credit Plus/High School students are not currently eligible.
    • Have maintained at least a 2.5 GPA. The student must submit a transcript or unofficial grade report as part of
    their application.
    • Compose a 300 to 500-word essay answering the following prompt: Describe ways that you have personally
    used institutional support services (such as academic advising, tutoring, career coaching, library services,
    counseling, etc.) and how they have benefited you and your educational journey. [Typed and double spaced, .docx
    or .pdf format]
    • Complete the NOSS:OH Scholarship Application.
    • Have recommendation #1 submitted by one the student’s college faculty members.
    • Have recommendation #2 submitted by one of the student’s support services representatives.
    • To be considered, all required materials must be submitted by 11:59 pm Friday, April 26, 2024.
    • Plan to attend the 2024 NOSS: OH Annual Meeting on Friday, Nov. 1, 2024 at Cuyahoga Community College in
    Highland Hills, OH to be recognized. Costs for attendance will be covered by NOSS: OH. [Alternative options
    available if needed]

    The NOSS: OH Executive Board and Student Scholarship Committee welcome your questions! Please contact Kim at ciroli@ohio.edu.
    NOSS OH Scholarship Info Sheet (PDF)

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    Ohio Gas Association Scholarship

    Scholarships for OHIO residents attending, or planning to attend an accredited OHIO college, university, technical or trade school. Must be a U.S. citizen or legal resident. Must have a career goal in the crude oil and natural gas industry, or related energy field. Must have and maintain a GPA of 3.0 or higher.
    Application and deadline information:   https://www.ohiogasassoc.org/guidelines-application-form/

    Ohio Oil and Gas Energy Education Foundation Scholarship

    This scholarship program targets students pursuing careers in the crude oil and natural gas industry. Must be an OHIO resident OR a student attending, or planning to attend, an accredited OHIO college, university, technical or trade school.

    Application and more information: https://www.oogeep.org/teacher-students/scholarships/

    Ohio Mutual Crawford Opportunity Award

    Ohio Mutual Crawford Opportunity Award is an annually renewable $1,500 scholarship offered to three individuals either living in or attending school in Crawford County whose chosen field of collegiate study aligns with emerging opportunities in the insurance industry. Applications will be available from the guidance counselors at all Crawford County public and private schools, or by emailing crawfordopportunity@omig.com

    Ohio Society Daughters of the American Revolution "Wings of Eagles" Scholarship

    The Ohio Society Daughters of the American Revolution “Wings of Eagles” Scholarship is awarded to a graduating high school senior, including those completing a certified home school program, in the amount of $1000 each.  Awards are based on academic excellence and financial need.  All applicants must be citizens of the United States and legal residents of the state of Ohio and must attend an accredited college or university in the Unite States.  All applicants must be sponsored by a local DAR chapter and submit their application to the local chapter by February 1st.

    OOGEEP Scholarship

    The Ohio Oil and Gas Energy Education Program (OOGEEP) and the Ohio Oil and Gas Energy Education Foundation (Foundation) are pleased to announce our scholarship program targeted at students pursuing careers in the crude oil and natural gas industry.

    Each scholarship is worth a minimum of $1,000 per year and can be renewed for up to four years. The minimum scholarship applicant criteria includes:

    – Must be a U.S. citizen.
    – Must have a career goal in the crude oil and natural gas industry.
    – Must be an OHIO resident OR a student attending, or planning to attend, an accredited OHIO college, university, technical or trade school.
    – Must have and maintain a grade point average (G.P.A.) of 2.5 or higher.

    More info here:  https://www.oogeep.org/teacher-students/scholarships/

    Samaritan Hospital Foundation Scholarship

    Awards for persons residing in Ashland County or UH Samaritan Medical Center employee or immediate family member. To be eligible, applicants must be currently enrolled or accepted in an accredited program in the areas of nursing, medicine or allied medical studies.
    Application Deadline: Mid-April
    Applications available online around February or by contacting Foundation office at 419-207-7861.
    http://www.samaritanhospital.org/

    SME Education Foundation Scholarships

    Students pursuing two-year, four-year or graduate degrees in manufacturing or engineering are eligible for SME Education Foundation scholarships.

    One scholarship application provides students with the opportunity to be considered for all available Foundation scholarships.

    Scholarship applications are annually accepted from Nov. 1 – Feb. 1.

    www.smeef.org/scholarships

    Minimum Criteria:
    • Must be a permanent resident or citizen of the United States or Canada.
    • Must have a minimum GPA of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale.
    • Must be pursuing associates, bachelors, or graduate degree.
    • Open to high school seniors or current college students.
    • Students can be part time or full time to be eligible.
    • Must be attending University or Community College in United States or Canada

    Summa Wadsworth-Rittman Hospital - Multiple Scholarships

    • Evangeline Witzeman Nursing Scholarships Two scholarships of up to $1000 each for area nursing students. Four scholarships of up to $1000 in the allied health field (further details regarding qualifying fields from sponsor) Subject to availability of funds.
      • To be eligible to apply, one must:
      • Be a resident in the Summa Wadsworth-Rittman Hospital service area, which includes Copley, Creston, Doylestown, Marshallville, Norton, Rittman, Seville, Sharon Center, Smithville, Spencer, Sterling, Wadsworth and Westfield Center, or an employee of Summa Wadsworth-Rittman Hospital
      • Be officially accepted into an accredited nursing or allied health program
      • Be able to show scholastic ability to maintain satisfactory progress toward completion of the program.
      • Application deadline: mid-June (the date may vary annually)
    • Summa Wadsworth-Rittman Hospital
      • For more scholarship details and applications: Call Marketing Communication at 330 331-1582 or 1-800 828-1789, extension 1583.

    Wooster Branch of AAUW Scholarship

     

    The Wooster Branch of the American Association of University Women announces their scholarship  program . These scholarships are available to female residents of Wayne County, Ohio who  are enrolling in a qualified, accredited associate or bachelor degree program after an interruption  in their education. It is not for first- time college students directly out of high school or for  those pursuing a post baccalaureate or graduate degree.

    Awards of $500 to $2500

    The application is available on the Wooster AAUW website AAUW Wooster (OH) Branch and the Wayne County Community Foundation web site

    www.waynecountycommunityfoundation.org/scholarships
    Mail or email completed application by May 1  to:
    Karen Armstrong, AAUW Scholarship Chair
    PO Box 1191
    Wooster, OH 44691
    email: aauwscholarship@gmail.com

  • These scholarships are provided by organizations outside of North Central State College. Please contact these organizations directly to apply for a scholarship.   Scholarship opportunities may be available thru employers, individuals, private companies, nonprofits, communities, religious groups, and professional and social organizations.

    Notre Dame College Online Programs-Education Survey-$2,000 Community College Transfer Scholarship

    When you complete your Associate Degree from a partnering Community College, you can receive a $2,000 scholarship towards a bachelor program from Notre Dame College Online. As an online student at Notre Dame College, you will receive access to an interactive curriculum, personalized instruction from experienced educators and flexible schedule options so you can learn at your own pace when it is convenient. Continue your education with an online bachelor’s degree that fits your busy schedule and your budget with Notre Dame College.

    For More Information

    Name:  Abe Godinez
    Phone:  614-403-6973
    Email:   agodinez@ndc.edu

    4545 College Road, South Euclid, Ohio 44121-4293

    online.notredamecollege.edu

Grants

Most grants are awarded by the Financial Aid Office. The first step towards receiving a grant is completing the financial aid application process.

Federal Pell Grant

Up to $7395 (for the 2023/24  year) per year based on degree of need and number of credit hours enrolled

  • 12 or more credit hours is full time
  • 9-11 hours is 3/4 time
  • 6-8 hours is 1/2 time
  • 1-5 hours is 1/4 time

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Scholarships are Available from many sources