The CGCC Foundation awards scholarships based on financial need and the promise each student shows which is demonstrated by answers to three narrative questions. Financial need is defined as lacking sufficient funds to pay for education. The promise a student shows is defined as the circumstances a person has faced and/or accomplishments they have made, combined with their sense of direction and educational goals.

• Students report their Student Aid Index (SAI)
• Financial need is also determined through one of the questions answered in the application process, since the SAI does not capture individual life circumstance. This is also an opportunity for the applicant to display the promise that they show as a student.

Narrative questions:

1. Financial and Life Circumstances: CGCC Foundation scholarships are based on financial need. Please explain any circumstances or challenges you are facing that may make continuing your education difficult without additional financial assistance.

2. Education and Career Goals: Describe education and career goals that you have established for yourself and your efforts to accomplish them. Give an example demonstrating your commitment to these goals.

3. Personal Accomplishment(s): Describe the personal accomplishment(s) of which you are most proud. This could include leadership roles, community/family involvement, or professional/educational contributions. Describe how the experience(s) has shaped you.

Each narrative is read four times by volunteer reviewers, who score each question on a one to four scale. The volunteers only read and score the narrative questions. Therefore, the reviewer does not see the applicants name, age, gender, race, etc. You can view the scoring rubric for the narrative questions here.

Steps:

1. Click here to apply for a Foundation scholarship.

* To see what other scholarships are available to CGCC students, visit cgcc.edu/scholarships.

• • Review the list of available scholarships to learn about those you might apply for.
  • You can apply for a full year Foundation scholarship until 11:59pm on April 13th. The award is $2,500 disbursed in thirds ($833.33) across Fall, Winter, and Spring terms.

2. Once you have clicked on the Foundation Scholarship Application link:

• • Note that the application is made up of several sections. Complete all of them in order to submit your application.
  • Agree to Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.

3. Prepare your four short narrative questions.

• • Review the Narrative Questions & Scoring Rubric.
  • Spend time on crafting thoughtful narrative responses. Be sure to use your resources!
    • For example, have a trusted family member, friend or teacher proofread for work; use a spell checker; and search the internet for scholarship essay tips, etc.

4. Report your Student Aid Index (SAI)
   • Your SAI is generated either by completing the FAFSA, ORSAA, WAFSA.
   • Click here to find more information on financial aid at CGCC. 
5. Submit your application
   • Click the Application button in the lower right corner to submit your application

You will be notified in May of awarding decisions. If you need any assistance and/or accommodation, please contact the Foundation at 541.506-6104 or email foundation@cgcc.edu.

If you are selected for a scholarship, you must agree to the following:

• Enroll in at least 6 credits per term
• Must write a thank you letter to the foundation of your
• Must volunteer at one CGCC Foundation event throughout the academic year
• Maintain satisfactory academic progress
• Have a FAFSA or ORSAA on file with CGCC each year
• Check your CGCC email account on a regular basis for information from the College and the Foundation
• If you become dual-enrolled at any other institution, this scholarship is void. CGCC must remain your ‘home school’ for financial aid purposes.

Congratulations on being selected to receive a CGCC Foundation scholarship! Below is information about your scholarship.

What are the Foundation Scholarship Acceptance requirements?

• Enrolled in at least 6 credits per term
• Must write a thank you letter to the foundation of your scholarship
• Must volunteer at one CGCC Foundation event throughout the academic year
• Maintain satisfactory academic progress
• Have a FAFSA or ORSAA on file with CGCC each year
• Check your CGCC email account on a regular basis for information from the College and the Foundation
• If you become dual-enrolled at any other institution, this scholarship is void. CGCC must remain your ‘home school’ for financial aid purposes.

Your scholarship will be applied to your student account in three installments; fall, winter and spring terms. 

The scholarship is applied toward your CGCC tuition and fees first and if there are remaining funds you can use them for expenses related to your educational needs. Accepting a CGCC Foundation Scholarship may prompt a revision and possible reduction of your federal financial aid.

You will need to reapply for Foundation scholarships each year.