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Scholarships
Resource: Chemeketa Foundation Scholarship
To qualify for the scholarship, applicants must be registered as a student at Chemeketa Community College and:
- Be carrying a minimum of between 3 to 5 credits per term;
- Commit to pursuing a degree or certificate in Apprenticeship Programs (Plumbing, HVAC, Electrician and Sheet Metal);
- Preference given to students who demonstrate financial need;
- Enrolled in the 1st or 2nd year of their apprenticeship;
- Preference given to 2nd year students who received the first year apprenticeship scholarship; and Maintain a minimum 2.0 GPA.
- Students who receive the scholarship in their first year are more likely to receive the scholarship in the second year too, as long as they apply both years. If any of the first year students do not meet the criteria in their second year, the second year scholarships will go to students who have not yet been awarded the scholarship.
Students apply in February/March for the following year. Visit https://www.chemeketa.edu/about/chemeketa-foundation/scholarships/ for more information.
Work Ethic Scholarship Program (Annual Scholarship)
- Each year, we look for the next generation of aspiring workers who will work smart and hard. The Work Ethic Scholarship Program doesn’t focus on test scores, grades, or grammar. It’s about the people who share our values and understand the importance of work ethic, personal responsibility, delayed gratification, and a positive attitude.
BILL HARVEY-CJ HANSEN SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION(Annual Scholarship)
- Oregon PHCC is pleased to offer scholarships to Oregon apprentices in plumbing, heating or cooling programs.
2019National Auxiliary Bradford White Industry Scholarship Application
- Oregon PHCC is pleased to offer scholarships to Oregon apprentices in plumbing, heating or cooling programs.
Construction Trade Scholarships (Annual Scholarship)
- Eligible students are planning to attend a community college, technical institute, or university during the 2019-2020 academic year to study anything from construction management, plumbing or carpentry to landscape architecture or interior design. There is no minimum SAT, ACT or GPA. You must be 18 or older and a U.S. resident.
Source: https://www.homeadvisor.com/r/scholarships/#ixzz5lvwsILYj
Pulte Group Build Your Future Scholarship Program (Annual Scholarship)
- Pulte Group established the Pulte Group/National Housing Endowment Build Your Future Scholarship in 1999 to provide tuition assistance to undergraduate and graduate students pursuing careers in the building industry and to address the pressing need for educating and training managers. The vision and mission of this program is to establish a permanent source of scholarship funding to help students nationwide achieve their career goals.
http://www.nationalhousingendowment.org/generic.aspx?genericContentID=201121
2nd Chance Scholarship (Annual Scholarship)
- Enter in 10 minutes to win one of five $1,000 College Scholarships.
- Eligible to citizens and aliens legally residing in the USA with High School Diploma or GED.
High School Step 1 (Annual Scholarship)
- A total of $20,000 is awarded. Ten (10) winners will receive a scholarship of $2,000 each. Only one $2,000 scholarship will be awarded to any single individual from this contest.
- The scholarship is paid directly to the educational institution in the student’s account to be used for tuition and/or books for the fall 2019 semester. The scholarship monies may be used over a period not to exceed four (4) years.
National Housing Endowment
- Multiple Scholarships and grants available.
https://nahbclassic.org/page.aspx/generic/sectionID=2569/channelID=17352
Schweiger Memorial Scholarship
- Multiple Scholarships awarded for varying amounts.
https://www.advanced-american.com/scholarship/
Oregon Student Aid – Oregon Office of Student Access and Completion
- Helps Oregon student plan and pay for college.
- Grants, Scholarships, and tuition assistance available
Individual Trade Organization Scholarship Opportunities
- Database available to search for applicable scholarships through individual trade organizations.
- Many scholarships and aid available
https://djcoregon.com/skilledmag/2018/09/24/scholarship-opportunities/
Women
The NAWIC Founders Scholarship Foundation (Annual Scholarship)
- The NAWIC Founders’ Scholarship Foundation (NFSF) was established in 1963 by NAWIC to assist in providing the construction industry with trained employees through higher education. Construction is the only industry that encompasses almost every professional discipline. Literally every career sector is available to you: trades, project management, administrative, legal, financial, insurance, business owner…the list is virtually endless. Once someone decides on a career in construction, they then have to find ways to pay for their education. The NAWIC Founders Scholarship Foundation (NFSF) is here to help.
- Each year we are pleased to award over $25,000 to worthy recipients in construction-related programs. Award amounts range from $500 to $2,500. Some local chapters award scholarships as well.
NAHB Professional Women in Building Strategies for Success (Annual Scholarship)
- The National Association of Home Builders’ Professional Women in Building Council represents women in the home building industry. Professional Women in Building benefits include publications, networking and scholarships. The NAHB Professional Women in Building/National Housing Endowment Strategies for Success scholarship fund encourages students to further their education in housing industry-related programs. The Scholarship Fund is supported through the generosity of Council members and individuals and corporations who wish to contribute. NAHB Professional Women in Building Council past National President Deborah Ferland and Austin Ferland initiated the Fund in 2001.
General Contractors License Guide – Women in the Trades
- This is a great resource for women in the trades
- Offers general information about the trades, apprenticeship resources, scholarship opportunities, conferences and more to help guide women in the right direction towards a successful career in the trades
Education, Licensing, and Networking Resources for Women in Construction
Veterans
Resource: Veteran Benefits
- Veterans interested in using GI Bill benefits register with the Committee, not the College. The first step is getting a Certificate of Eligibility from the Veterans Administration. Then contact the committee administrator for more information.
- Oregon Department of Veterans’ Affairs: https://www.oregon.gov/odva/Pages/default.aspx
Chemeketa
Resource: Pell Grant through FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid)
- Steps to Access: Fill out the FAFSA for 2018-19 and 2019-20 (https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/fafsa) and make sure and put Chemeketa as your school; less than half time as your status (if you are just taking one APR class a quarter); and make sure you are a degree or certificate seeking APR major with Chemeketa (that’s not on the FAFSA, that is your major).
- You will need tax information for specific years.
- Contact for help: Chemeketa Financial Aid (make sure they know you are an Apprentice), 503.399.5018 or www.chemeketa.edu/cost-aid/financial-aid/
Resource: S.T.E.P Program (Snap Training and Employment Program)
- Provides personal support and coaching to SNAP recipients who are not receiving TANF to help them meet their education and career goals. May help with tuition, books, work clothes and transportation.
Contact: Adam, 503.399.6517
Resource: Chemeketa Food Pantry
- Chemeketa’s food panty provides up to five items a day.
Location: Bldg. 2, Rm. 176
Hours: Monday-Thursdays 8 am-7 pm; Fridays 8 am to 5 pm; Saturday, 9 am-4 pm
Resource: Chemeketa Identification Card
- Students may get an identification card at the Bookstore. There is a list of discounts here: https://www.chemeketabookstore.com/discount/
Resource: Amazon Student
- Amazon Student has a variety of discounts and benefits for students.
- Go to Amazon.com and search for Amazon Student for more information.
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