Frequently Asked Questions
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- What is the cost of establishing a scholarship?
- Partial scholarships may be established with a gift of $1,000 or more. Full tuition scholarships may be established with a donation equaling the amount of current tuition cost. Endowed scholarships are established with a gift of $10,000 or more.
- How and when do I add money to the scholarship?
- The choice is yours. For example, you may give yearly during the Annual Giving Campaign or as often as desired.
- Does a scholarship cover the cost of books?
- No, but a stipend can be added to the scholarship stipulations to cover the cost of books.
- Can the scholarship be specific to a county?
- Yes, a scholarship can be specific to any of our 10 county areas.
- Can the scholarship be specific to a major?
- Yes, Walters State offers over 100 programs of study.
- Can the scholarship be specific to a department?
- Yes, an example is certain scholarships such as Humanities are specific to music and drama.
- Are my employees eligible for the scholarship?
- Yes, upon establishing a scholarship specifics can be written in the stipulation agreement.
- Can the scholarship be specific to my employees "ONLY"?
- Yes, if stated in the stipulation agreement.
- What is the difference in a traditional and non-traditional scholarship?
- Traditional scholarships are designated for college students under the age of 25 that are first-time enrollees. Non-traditional scholarships are designated for college students 25 years or older that are first-time enrollees or had an extended absence from college.
- How are scholarship recipients chosen?
- Scholarship recipients are chosen by the Scholarship and Financial Aid Committee.
- When will the scholarship be awarded?
- In the fall and spring of each year unless otherwise stated in the stipulation agreement.
- Will the recipients have to meet any specific requirements to apply?
- Specific requirements may or may not be stated in the stipulation agreement, such as GPA.
- Will the recipient have to reapply each semester or year?
- Yes, if so stated in the scholarship stipulations.