Fall Semester 2020 Catalog

Scholarships

Scholarships are available on a limited basis to students in need of financial assistance through the Office of Financial Aid Office. Please contact the Financial Aid Office at 706.771.4149 for more information regarding application dates, qualifications and guidelines to each scholarship.

Jack B. Patrick Scholarship —Established in honor of Jack B. Patrick, former President of Augusta Technical College. Three scholarships are awarded annually for tuition and books. Each award is up to $500 per semester.

Ray Powell Memorial Scholarship —Named in honor of former instructor and Vice President for Instruction, Ray Powell. One scholarship is awarded annually for tuition and books. Each award is up to $300 per semester.

Todd R. Cato Memorial Scholarship —Established in memory of former student, Todd R. Cato. One scholarship is awarded annually to an area high school graduate that lettered in a sport, was active in an extracurricular activity and has an overall grade average of 75 or better. This is a one-time annual award up to $500.

Lichtenberg Scholarship —Established by Herbert and Alan Lichtenberg of Samson Manufacturing. This scholarship is awarded annually to two students pursuing an Associate Degree and who have demonstrated financial need. The award varies depending on individual needs.

The J. D. Smith Waynesboro Rotary Club Scholarship —Established by the Waynesboro Rotary Club in honor of Mr. J.D. Smith. This $750 scholarship is awarded annually to a Burke County resident pursuing an Associate Degree. The recipient must have a grade point average of 2.0 or better, must have demonstrated financial need, must not be receiving HOPE or Pell, and must not be enrolled in remedial classes. Preference is given to students who have been members of Interact in high school.

The Barbara Williams Dental Assisting Scholarship —Established in honor of former Program Chair, Barbara Williams. This scholarship is awarded annually to a student pursuing a diploma in Dental Assisting. Applicants must demonstrate financial need and have a 3.0 cumulative grade point average. This is a one-time annual award up to $500.

The Medical Assisting Endowment - Established by Dr. Paul Fischer of the Centers for Primary Care. The scholarships are awarded twice a year, spring and fall semester. Each award is $500. The scholarships are for currently enrolled, full-time Medical Assisting students with a 3.0 or better grade point average. Currently Certified Medical Assistants wishing to return to college to acquire an Associate of Applied Science - Health Degree may also apply. Applications should be made through the Department Head of the Medical Assisting Program.

NOTE: Eligibility criteria are subject to change for each award year. All scholarship awards are contingent on availability of funds from donating organizations/individuals. Complete scholarship details and eligibility criteria are available with each scholarship application.