Returning Student Scholarships
Academic Incentive
Description
- Available to full or part-time students;
- recent college or community leadership
Amount
- Multiple scholarships at varying amounts;
- toward tuition only
Criteria
- Minimum cumulative GPA 3.25;
- completed 6 or more college level credits at DTCC;
- must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.25 to receive second semester award
Application Process
- Completed scholarship application;
- scholarship reference from Delaware Tech Terry Campus faculty or staff member
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ADN Nursing Club
Description
- Full-time nursing student in clinical portion of ADN program
Amount
- $300 ($150 per semester)
Criteria
- Minimum cumulative GPA 3.0;
- completed 6 or more college level credits at DTCC;
- must be active member of ADN Nursing Club;
- must maintain cum GPA of 3.0 to receive second semester award
Application Process
- Completed scholarship application
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Alpha Beta Gamma Eta Delta Chapter
Description
- Available to full or part-time students;
- active chapter member;
- returning or graduating Business Administration or Visual Communications degree student
Amount
- $500 ($250 per semester)
Criteria
- Minimum cumulative GPA 3.3;
- recent college or community leadership;
- must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.3 to receive second semester award
Application Process
- Completed scholarship application;
- scholarship reference from Delaware Tech Terry Campus technology instructor
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Alumni Association
Description
- Available to full or part-time students
Amount
- Up to full-time tuition for one year, fees, books, transportation and/or childcare
Criteria
- Minimum cumulative GPA 3.0 for returning students;
- completed 6 or more credits;
- must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 to receive second semester award
Application Process
- Completed scholarship application;
- scholarship reference from Delaware Tech Terry Campus technology instructor
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American Culinary Federation
First State Chefs Association Scholarship
Description
- Available to students currently enrolled in the Culinary Arts program
Amount
- $1000 ($500 per semester) for tuition, fees, and books
Criteria
- Must be full-time Culinary Arts student who has completed at least one semester;
- minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0;
- member of ACF-FSCA;
- Delaware resident;
- employed in the industry
Application Process
- Requires special application from Chef Ed Hennessy which has a May 1st deadline date;
- contact Chef Ed Hennessy (857-1706)
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Arch/Civil Club
Description
- Available to full or part-time Architectural Engineering or Civil Engineering degree students
Amount
- $450 ($225 per semester)
Criteria
- Minimum cumulative GPA 2.5;
- must be active member of Arch/Civil Club;
- must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 to receive second semester award
Application Process
- Completed scholarship application;
- contact Reginald Chandler (857-1314)
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Architectural/Civil Engineering Department Scholarship
Description
- Available to full or part-time Arch/Civil students
- involvement in community activities
Amount
- $1000 ($500 per semester)
Criteria
- Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA;
- completed 30 or more credits;
- must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 to receive second semester award
Application Process
- Completed scholarship application;
- contact Les Link (857-1303)
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Bayhealth/ Terry Campus Healthcare Scholarship
Description
- To support one of ten students in a two-year healthcare career program
Amount
- $3000 ($1500 per semester) for tuition, fees, books, and uniforms
Criteria
- Must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 each semester;
- will be required to work for Bayhealth Medical Center-- one year full-time employment for each year of full-time scholarship provided in your designated healthcare career field.
Application Process
- Official high school or college transcript;
- completed scholarship application;
- two letters of recommendation from a teacher, employer, or community leader;
- essay explaining why healthcare is your career choice;
- copy of your college letter of acceptance
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The Marilyn and George H. Chabbott Scholarship
Description
- Available to full or part-time Kent County adult student between the ages of 21 and 30 enrolled in the Business Administration Technology program
Amount
- $1000 ($500 per semester) for tuition, fees, books, or child care
Criteria
- Minimum cumulative GPA 2.5;
- must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 to receive second semester award;
- have financial need
Application Process
- Official high school or college transcript;
- completed scholarship application;
- two scholarship reference forms from a teacher, employer, or community leader
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Computer Information Systems (CIS) Club
Description
- Available to full or part-time Computer Information Systems degree or diploma students
Amount
- $800 ($400 per semester)
Criteria
- Minimum cumulative GPA 3.0;
- completed one technology term;
- active CIS club member;
- must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 to receive second semester award
Application Process
- Completed scholarship application
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Computer/Network/Electronics Engineering
Description
- Available to full or part-time Engineering students;
- recent college or community leadership
Amount
- $600 ($300 per semester)
Criteria
- Minimum cumulative GPA 3.25;
- completed 24 or more credits;
- must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.25 to receive second semester award
Application Process
- Completed scholarship application;
- letter from student describing leadership in college and community activities; and
- scholarship reference form from Delaware Tech faculty member from outside the department;
- contact Les Link (857-1303)
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Criminal Justice
Description
- Available to full or part-time Criminal Justice students
Amount
- $300 ($150 per semester)
Criteria
- Minimum cumulative GPA 2.5;
- must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 to receive second semester award
Application Process
- Completed scholarship application;
- reference form from Delaware Tech Terry Campus instructor
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Delaware Hotel and Lodging Association
Description
- Available to students who will be or are currently enrolled in the Culinary Arts program
Amount
- $1,500 ($750 per semester) for tuition, fees, and books
Criteria
Application Process
- Requires essay and special application from Chef Ed Hennessy;
- contact Chef Ed Hennessy (857-1706)
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Delaware Hospital Registered Nurses
Description
- Student enrolled in clinical portion of Associate Degree Nursing program
Amount
- $150 for FALL SEMESTER ONLY
Criteria
- Minimum cumulative GPA 3.0
Application Process
- Completed scholarship application
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Delaware NASA Space Grant Tuition Scholarship
Description
- Returning student in Computer Engineering, Computer Network Engineering; Electronics, Mechanical, or Electromechanical Engineering
Amount
Criteria
- Mininum cumulative GPA of 3.0;
- 24 or more credits completed at any campus of DTCC
Application Process
- For more information and application deadlines, go to www. delspace.org;
- letter from student describing completed academic work, career plans, and how they relate to the NASA mission;
- letter of nomination from department chair;
- official transcripts;
- contact Les Link (857-1303)
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Christopher Devito Aerospace Engineering Memorial
Description
- Available to full or part-time Engineering students;
- recent college or community leadership
Amount
- Up to full time tuition for one year
Criteria
- Mininum cumulative GPA of 3.25;
- completed 24 or more credits;
- must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.25 to receive second semester award
Application Process
- Completed scholarship application;
- letter of nomination from instructor or advisor who knows the student s background;
- contact Les Link (857-1303)
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Alice Etherington Scholarship
Description
- Available to full time Electronics Engineering students
Amount
Criteria
- Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5;
- must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 to receive second semester award if given
Application Process
- Completed scholarship application indicating need for scholarship
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Human Services Department
Description
- Available to full or part-time Human Services students
Amount
Criteria
- Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5;
- must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 to receive second semester award
Application Process
- Completed scholarship application;
- reference form from Delaware Tech Terry Campus instructor
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Human Services Organization (HSO)
Description
- Available to full or part-time students
- active member of HSO;
- demonstrate qualities needed for success as human services worker
Amount
Criteria
- Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5;
- completed one term;
- active member of HSO;
- must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 to receive second semester award
Application Process
- Completed scholarship application;
- written statement from student verifying level of involvement in HSO
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International Association of Administrative Professionals (IAAP)
Description
- Available to full or part-time Administrative Office Systems diploma or degree student
Amount
Criteria
- Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0;
- completed two technology terms;
- must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 to receive second semester award
Application Process
- Completed scholarship application;
- reference form from Delaware Tech Terry Campus staff or recommendation from community leader;
- contact Beverly Swann (857-1775)
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Roy Klein Scholarship
Description
- Available to full or part-time students in the Entrepreneurship Degree program
Amount
- Maximum $1250 ($625 per semester) for tuition, fees, books, and/or childcare
Criteria
- Must have and maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.5 to receive second semester award;
- must be enrolled in the Entrepreneurship program
Application Process
- Completed scholarship application and a letter from student indicating need and career goals
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Nursing Department
Description
- Available to full or part-time Nursing students
Amount
Criteria
- Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0;
- must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 to receive second semester award
Application Process
- Completed scholarship application;
- reference form from Delaware Tech Terry Campus instructor
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Petrush Nursing Scholarship
Description
- Available to Terry Campus LPN graduate pursuing Associate Degree in Nursing at the Terry Campus
Amount
- $200 for first clinical semester only of LPN to ADN program
Criteria
- Minimum one year experience as LPN;
- current license to practice as LPN;
- current license to practice as LPN, minimum 3.0 GPA for the following courses: BIO 120 A&P I, BIO 121 A&P II, MAT 119 Applied Clinical Math, ENG 121 Composition, PSY 127 Human Development
Application Process
- Completed scholarship application;
- typed essay of 100 words or less: What do you offer both professionally and personally to the nursing profession?
- Contact Jo Ann Baker, Nursing Dept. Chair (857-1329)
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Phi Theta Kappa (PTK)
Description
- Available to full or part-time returning students;
- active member of Terry Campus PTK
Amount
Criteria
- Minimum cumulative GPA 3.5;
- active in other campus organizations;
- must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.5 to receive second semester award
Application Process
- Completed scholarship application, academic transcript, and typed letter from student regarding four hallmarks of PTK;
- Contact Les Link (857-1303)
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PN Nursing Club
Description
- Full-time nursing student in clinical portion of PN program
Amount
Criteria
- Minimum cumulative GPA 3.0;
- must be active member of PN Nursing Club;
- must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 to receive second semester award
Application Process
- Completed scholarship application
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Dr. Harold Roberts Scholarship
Description
- Available to full or part-time Education Degree Program students at Terry Campus;
- must have an interest in pursuing a career education in Kent County, Delaware
Amount
- Up to $2500 ($1250 max per semester) for tuition, fees, books, supplies, transportation, and/or childcare
Criteria
- Applying or accepted into an Education Degree Program at Terry Campus;
- preference will be given to graduates of Caesar Rodney High School;
- should have the intent of returning to the Caesar Rodney School District in the educational profession; and
- must maintain cumulative GPA of 2.5 to receive second semester award
Application Process
- Official high school and/or college transcript;
- completed scholarship application;
- typed letter that describes their career goals, why they want to be considered for the Dr. Harold Roberts Scholarship, and how the scholarship will help them achieve their career goals
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Eloise Sparkman Endowment
Description
- First-time student enrolled in clinical portion of Practical Nursing program
Amount
- Awarded SPRING semester ONLY;
- amount to be determined
Criteria
Application Process
- Requires special application available in Nursing Department
- Contact Jo Ann Baker, Nursing Dept. Chair (857-1329)
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The Starkey Scholarship
Description
- Available to help support a single parent
Amount
- Tuition, fees, books, childcare, and expenses such as transportation, room and board, instructional supplies, etc.
Criteria
- Graduate of any Delaware high school or have obtained GED;
- single parent;
- must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 to reapply;
- full- or part-time student with financial need
Application Process
- Official high school, GED or college transcript;
- completed scholarship application;
- typed letter from student indicating why the student would like to be considered and how the scholarship will offset financial burden and enhance academic success
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Student Government Association (SGA)
Description
- Available to full or part-time students;
- active on campus and in the community;
- good leadership qualities
Amount
- Two scholarship: $500 each ($250 per semester)
Criteria
- Minimum cumulative GPA 3.0;
- active participant of SGA;
- must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 to receive second semester award
Application Process
- Official high school, GED or college transcript;
- completed scholarship application;
- Contact Bob Siemanowski (857-1023)
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Michael K. Sykes Scholarship
Description
- Available to full or part-time Delaware residents between 21 and 30 enrolled in the Business Administration or Accounting degree program
Amount
- $1000 ($500 per semester) for tuition, fees, and other unmet need
Criteria
- Minimum cumulative high school or college GPA of 3.0;
- must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 to receive second semester award
Application Process
- Official high school or college transcript;
- completed scholarship application;
- two scholarship reference forms from a teacher, employer, or community leader;
- 100 word essay describing career goals
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Terry Campus Bookstore Scholarship
Description
- Available to all degree students enrolled in 9 or more credits;
- to be used for books only
Amount
- Two scholarships; $400 each ($200 per semester
Criteria
- Minimum cumulative GPA 2.5 for returning students;
- must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 to receive second semester award
Application Process
- Completed scholarship application;
- scholarship reference from Delaware Tech Terry Campus faculty or staff member
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Terry Campus Childcare Scholarship
Description
- To provide funding to help offset the cost of childcare for Terry Campus students. Applicant must be enrolled in a diploma or degree program at Delaware Technical & Community College, Terry Campus.
Amount
- The amount will be determined by the Scholarship Committee and available funds.
Criteria
- Applicant must be enrolled in a diploma or degree program at Delaware Technical & Community College, Terry Campus;
- Selection will be based on need;
- amount will be determined by the committee and available funds.
Application Process
- Completed Terry Campus Child Care scholarship application;
- completed Financial Aid Packet;
- register with the Terry Campus Child Development Center;
- be accepted into a diploma or degree program;
- attach copy of Child Development Center Child Care Schedule Request for the semester
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Trustee Academic Merit
Description
- For full-time students demonstrating academic excellence
Amount
Criteria
- Minimum GPA 3.8;
- completed 12 or more college level credits;
- must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.8 to receive second semester award; and
- must meet technical Federal definition of financial need as determined by the Financial Aid Office
Application Process
- Completed scholarship application;
- must apply for financial aid;
- must be resident of the State of Delaware as defined in the College catalog;
- one reference form from a Delaware Tech Terry Campus technology instructor
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Trustee Access
Description
- Available to full or part-time students;
- one time award for students demonstrating financial need or documented hardship as determined by the Financial Aid Office
Amount
- To be applied toward cost of tuition
Criteria
- Meet technical Federal definition of financial need as determined by the Financial Aid Office
Application Process
- Completed scholarship application;
- apply for financial aid;
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Wallace Family Scholarship
Description
- Available to full or part-time student with financial need in the Business or Agricultural related fields
Amount
- Maximum $1000 ($500 per semester) for tuition, fees, books, and/or childcare
Criteria
- Must be a Smyrna High School graduate and/or resident from the Smyrna-Clayton area;
- given to students in Business or Agricultural related fields
Application Process
- Completed scholarship application indicating need for scholarship
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Returning Student Scholarships