Grants | Loans | Student Employment | Awards, Scholarships and Grants

GRANTS

1. FEDERAL PELL GRANT — This is a federal program of gift assistance based upon financial need. Awards range from $400 to approximately $4,731 per year, for 2008-2009. Once a student completes the FAFSA, a standardized formula is used to determine eligibility for the Pell Grant. Results of the federal analysis, in the form of a Student Aid Report (SAR), are mailed to the student. Students who receive their first Pell Grant on or after July 1, 2008, are limited to 18 semesters of Pell Grants as a full-time student. Student can receive up to two Pell Grants in one award year if they wish to accelerate their coursework.

2. FEDERAL SUPPLEMENTAL EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITY GRANT — This federal gift assistance program is awarded to students based on extreme financial need who are Pell eligible. Students are automatically considered for this grant based on their SAR. Students with the greatest need are awarded these limited funds.

3. FEDERAL ACADEMIC COMPETITIVENESS GRANT — This need-based grant is for first year students who are: U.S. citizens, Pell eligible, enrolled in a minimum of 6 credit hours (remedial classes do not count toward the 6 credits) per term and a graduate of a rigorous high school program of study since January 2006. Second year students must meet the above criteria and be a graduate of a rigorous high school program of study since January 2005, have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 at the end of their spring term of their first year of study and completed 24 credit hours.

4. FLORIDA STUDENT ASSISTANCE GRANT PROGRAM — This grant, based on financial need, is awarded by the Florida Department of Education. FAFSA must be processed by May 15. To be considered for this grant a student must be a one-year Florida resident, a part-time student (6 credit hours), have and maintain a 2.0 cumulative and term grade point average.

5. FLORIDA BRIGHT FUTURES SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM — Three levels of scholarships are awarded by the State based on high school grade point average, test scores and curriculum. For specific information contact your high school counselor or the Florida State Department of Education.

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LOANS

St. Petersburg College participates in the Federal Family Education Loan Programs. This includes the Federal Stafford Loan (subsidized and unsubsidized) and the Federal Parent Loan for Undergraduate Students. Students and parents borrow funds through private lenders in amounts determined by Federal regulations.

1. FEDERAL STAFFORD LOAN: Students applying for funds through this program should complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid. Once the student’s file is complete, his/her loan eligibility will be determined. The student will be sent an email notifying them of the link to sign their master promissory note (MPN), which he/she must complete, sign and return to the appropriate agency. Note: Because of the time necessary to process loans, the completed financial aid file must occur at least 6 weeks before the beginning of a term. Anything received after this date will result in not having loan proceeds available at the beginning of the term.

1. The Subsidized Federal Stafford Loan is based on financial need. Students are not responsible for payments on principal or interest, while they are in school on at least a half-time basis. Interest on this loan does not accrue while the student is in school. Payments begin 6 months after the student graduates or drops below half time.
   
   

2. The Unsubsidized Federal Stafford Loan is not based on financial need. However, students are responsible for the interest, which accrues on the loan while they are in school. Payments on principal begin six months after the student graduates or drops below half time.

2. FEDERAL PARENT LOAN FOR UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS (PLUS): These loans are available for biological, adoptive, or step-parents of dependent students to provide additional funds for educational expenses. PLUS borrowers do not have to demonstrate financial need. The student’s eligibility for the Federal Stafford Loan must be determined via completion of the FAFSA before the PLUS application can be processed. The parent will undergo a credit analysis. The cost of attendance, less financial assistance, can be borrowed at a variable interest rate. Repayment begins sixty (60) days after first disbursement.

3. PAYMENT PLANS OBTAINED THROUGH THE COLLEGE: Payment plans exist to cover 75% of in-state fees for students registered at least half-time (six credit hours). A $20.00 non-refundable application/service fee is charged at the time the student takes out the loan. Students pay 25% of the tuition/fees. The payment plan is due within 60 days from the beginning of each term and is available for students with severe financial hardships. Payment plans must be repaid before a student can register for the next term. Applications are available at the campus MySPC Answer Places (MAP) or the Business offices of the St. Petersburg/Gibbs, Clearwater, Tarpon Springs and Seminole campuses.

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 STUDENT EMPLOYMENT

1. FEDERAL WORK-STUDY PROGRAM — This federal, need-based program is designed to provide part-time employment for students. Jobs are available at all campus sites and approved students may work up to 20 hours per week. Participation in the FWS program is contingent upon financial need of the student. You are encouraged to apply for student employment opportunities through our online student employment application process. The link to the application process is located through our home page. Student positions are not guaranteed.

2. STUDENT ASSISTANT PROGRAM — Interested students should apply for student employment opportunities through our online student employment application process. The link to the student employment process is located through our home page. Students may work up to 20 hours per week. Hiring is based on skills rather than financial need. Student positions are not guaranteed.

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AWARDS, SCHOLARSHIPS AND GRANTS
Numerous awards, scholarships and financial grants are available to assist SPC students in meeting their educational expenses. These financial assistances fall into 6 basic categories.

• Awards
• Scholarships, Academic Merit Scholars
• Activities Scholarships
• Alumni Scholarships
• Transfer Scholarships
• Donor Scholarships & Financial Grants

AWARDS

William Alborg Memorial Award — Established to honor the memory and work of St. Petersburg College’s Professor William Alborg. Value varies. Awarded to a stellar St. Petersburg/Gibbs Campus reading student.

Edna Allwurden Andrews Memorial Mathematics Award — Established by her daughter, Bunny Andrews Schroeer, son-in-law Dietrich Schroeer and two grandchildren Karsten and Alison Schroeer, to honor the memory of Mrs. Edna Allwurden Andrews, an alumna of SPC and Pinellas County teacher for 32 years. Mathematics faculty will nominate and select recipients. Contact the St. Petersburg/Gibbs Campus. Value varies.

Apollo Award — Given by the SPC Alumni Association to the outstanding graduating sophomore based on scholastic excellence, leadership and student activity; a plaque and a monetary award are presented. Nominations made to the Office of Institutional Advancement.

Sean W. Corrao Endowed Memorial Scholarship — Established to perpetuate the memory of Sean W. Corrao who died in an automobile accident while he was enrolled in the computer science program at SPC. Recipients for this award will be selected based on the following weighted criteria: special interest in computer technology, academic promise and financial need. Recipients will be selected by recommendation from Computer Science faculty committee to Director of Financial Assistance Services.

Creative Writing Award — Offered by the Communications Program: "Writer of the Year" from Obelisk; student receives award; name engraved on Carolyn Parker Plaque, St. Petersburg/Gibbs Campus.

Virginia E. Follin English Award — $100; Communications Program. A Clearwater Campus graduating sophomore; English major; based on ability, leadership and financial need.

Mary C. Galbraith Alpha Delta Kappa, Theta Chapter Award — $250; graduating sophomore; pursuing teaching career; resident of upper Pinellas County; overall 3.0 average or above. See Clearwater Campus Financial Assistance Services office.

Cele Herring Math Award — To promote and perpetuate the memory of Cele Herring, an SPJC student, a loyal and dedicated volunteer in the SPC math department, and a working nurse in Pinellas County for 60 years. Providing $1,000 scholarships to students in need of financial assistance who are enrolled in a mathematics program and attending classes full or part time at any SPC campus. These scholarships are per year and may be used for tuition, books, fees or other miscellaneous college expenses. Selected by the mathematics faculty at the St. Petersburg/Gibbs Campus. Contact Mathematics Department, St. Petersburg/Gibbs Campus.

Joseph W. Howland Mathematics Award — $100, Clearwater Campus student who has successfully completed at least one developmental math course and succeeded in college-level coursework; overall 3.0 average; recommended by mathematics faculty. Contact Clearwater Campus Mathematics Program Office.

William Ketchum Memorial Award — Established in memory of a former SPC instructor. Awarded to a St. Petersburg/Gibbs campus mathematics student. Contact the program office.

Florence C. Ballenger Learning Support Commons Achievement Awards — Established in 1999 from the estate of longtime educator, volunteer and friend of SPC, Florence Coles Ballenger.

Helen K. Leslie Award — Established by the St. Petersburg Evening Business and Professional Women to honor the outstanding business leader, Helen Krauss Leslie, this $500 award is available for students majoring in business. Contact the Business faculty of any campus.

Mathematics Award — $200; mathematics major registered at the St. Petersburg/Gibbs Campus, freshman or sophomore, who plans to teach mathematics.

Dr. Theodore J. Mazzu Award —Established by Dr. Theodore Mazzu, a longtime mathematics professor on the Clearwater Campus. This award is given annually to "the most outstanding student on the Clearwater Campus," selected by Clearwater Campus Scholarship Committee. Value varies.

Carolyn Parker Memorial English Award — St. Petersburg/Gibbs Campus; graduating English major; award based on overall academic, creative performance and contributions to English activities.

Mary Rowena Perrin Memorial Humanities Award — $100; Clearwater Campus graduating sophomore, Humanities/Fine Arts major; award based on academic achievement. Contact Clearwater Campus Humanities/Fine Arts Program Office.

Phi Theta Kappa Scholarship Award — The Alpha Zeta Tau Chapter of Phi Theta Kappa (PTK), a national honor fraternity, presents a $100 award to the student who best exemplifies the finest intellectual, cultural and educational contributions to the Tarpon Springs Center. Student must be registered at the Tarpon Springs Center. Contact counselor at Tarpon Springs Center.

William R. Rice Mathematics Award — Established in memory of William R. Rice, a mathematics professor for 33 years at SPC. Awards are given to deserving mathematics students. Recipients will be selected by recommendations from mathematics faculty committee. Value varies. Contact St. Petersburg/Gibbs Mathematics Program Director.

Nina & John Sanders and Merlin DeGuire Jr. O&P Achievement Award — Established by John and Nina Sanders for full-time students working toward a Baccalaureate Degree in Orthotics and Prosthetics at St. Petersburg College. Selection of recipient(s) will be made by the donor and the SPC O&P Advisory Board, in consultation with the Executive Director or staff of the SPC Foundation and the Dean of the College of Orthotics and Prosthetics.

Sealund & Associates Award — To be awarded to a Seminole Campus student seeking a degree in Digital Media. Contact the Seminole Campus Provost Office for further details.

Shrider Mathematics Award — Mathematics major registered at the Clearwater Campus, freshman or sophomore, who plans to teach mathematics.

SPC Seminole Campus Eagle Scholarship — Available to a full-time, rising sophomore (over 30 credit hours) SPC student attending the Seminole Campus and/or eCampus in the previous fall or spring. Student must have a 3.0 or better GPA and demonstrate leadership and service to the Seminole Campus. Contact the Seminole Campus Provost Office for more information.

Lily and Isaac Varon Award — Established to honor an outstanding international student from South America. Award is $600 per year. For more information contact the International Center or Student Life and Leadership Office.

Scott Walling Speech Award — $100, Clearwater Campus student excelling in Speech. Based on grades and excellence in public speaking with interest in continuing these skills. Contact Clearwater Campus Humanities/Fine Arts Program Director.

Joe and Vilma Zalupski, Ed.D. “Achieving The Dream” Graduating Student Award — Established by the first provost of the Clearwater Campus, Dr. Vilma Zalupski, and her husband. The scholarship provides $1,000 to a graduating Clearwater Campus student. The chosen recipient must have a minimum 2.5 GPA and have overcome serious obstacles to attain his/her degree. Nominations are made by the Clearwater Campus faculty and staff with presentation made at the annual Clearwater Awards Night Ceremonies.

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SCHOLARSHIPS, ACADEMIC MERIT SCHOLARS

(College Rule 6Hx23-4.49)(2008)

1. The President is authorized to award academic scholarships in the following categories: Trustees' Honors College, Presidential, Johnnie Ruth Clarke, and Baccalaureate Awards. Criteria for each specific merit academic scholarship are provided in Board of Trustees’ Rules 6Hx23-4.4910, 6Hx23-4.4911, 6Hx23-4.4912, and 6Hx23-4.492.
    

2. Academic merit

scholarships are provided to students who have excelled in the academic arena of high school or postsecondary education. These scholarships are given with the intent of attracting and retaining well qualified, academically-minded students.
 

3. A portion of the academic merit scholarships are specifically designed for recent high school graduates, first-time-in-college students, or returning students. A portion of scholarships are provided for students pursuing associate degrees and others for students whose goals are to achieve a baccalaureate degree. A portion of the academic merit scholarships are also designed to embrace the concept of providing equal access for a diverse student population and encouraging academically talented, but economically disadvantaged students.

PRESIDENTIAL SCHOLARSHIPS
(College Rule 6Hx23-4.4910)(12/16/2008)

The Presidential Scholarship is established for Pinellas County residents who graduate from a Pinellas County high school with a standard high school diploma, are U.S. citizens or permanent resident aliens and have demonstrated academic excellence by achieving a weighted cumulative grade point average of at least 3.80 at the end of the seventh semester of high school. Subject to meeting the above requirements, high school students shall be notified in writing of their scholarship eligibility in the spring of their senior year.

1. Students who are granted the Presidential scholarship must:
   

   1. apply for admission, enroll in, and attend classes at St. Petersburg College beginning not later than Term I of the academic year immediately following graduation from high school;

   2. maintain a 3.00 cumulative grade point average;

   3. complete at least 67 percent of the credit hours attempted;

   4. must be enrolled in a minimum of 6 credit hours per term.
       

2. A student loses this scholarship by falling below a 3.00 grade point average or the 67% completion ratio unless the student appeals to the director of Financial Assistance Services with documented extenuating circumstances. A student may not use an extenuating circumstance to delay their educational pursuits more than one consecutive term. Extenuating circumstances may include but will not be limited to:

1. serious physical or emotional illness of student or immediate family member;

2. serious accident involving student;

3. divorce/separation of family members;

4. loss of employment or involuntary change in work schedule;

5. death of family member

6. orders to active military duty as a result of National, State or local emergency; or

7. natural disaster affecting student or immediate family members.
    

3. The scholarships may be applied toward tuition credit hours not to exceed 15 credit hours per term (this does not include lab fees).
    

4. The scholarship will be awarded for the first fall term and will be given the consecutive spring term that the student is enrolled and continues to be eligible for a maximum of two (2) terms excluding the summer term. Once a student loses eligibility for this scholarship, it cannot be regained in future terms.
    

5. The Presidential Scholarship funds are distributed to additional eligible students on a first come, first serve basis as determined by a completed Financial Assistance package. When all funds are committed, awarding will cease.

TRUSTEES’ HONORS COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIPS
(College Rule 6Hx23-4.4911) (2005)

The Trustees’ Honors College Scholarships are established to attract and retain academically talented students. There are several types of Trustees’ Honors College Scholarships that provide assistance in tuition, books, and/or partial costs for students studying abroad who are enrolled in the Honors College. All students must have applied to and been accepted into the Honors College to be eligible for one of these scholarships. Furthermore, each of the scholarships has specific criteria for the individual student to qualify.

BACCALAUREATE PROGRAMS SCHOLARSHIPS
(College Rule 6Hx23-4.912) (10/21/2008)

Students in the various baccalaureate programs of study are eligible for academic merit scholarships designed to encourage students, who distinguish themselves in their freshman and sophomore years or while currently enrolled in baccalaureate programs, to continue their education and seek a baccalaureate degree at St. Petersburg College. These scholarships include the Phi Theta Kappa Alumni Transfer and Honors College Transfer Scholarships, Presidential Baccalaureate Transfer Scholarship, Associate to Bachelor Transfer Scholarship and Florida Educator's Fund Scholarships.

1. Phi Theta Kappa Alumni Transfer Scholarship

1. To apply for this scholarship, the baccalaureate program student must be an alumnus of Phi Theta Kappa and have received the USA Today All American Award. Students may be former SPC graduates or graduates of other colleges.

2. This is a one-time scholarship of a set amount that is generally awarded prior to the fall term of the junior year. The scholarship funds are provided to the student to be used for tuition, fees and books.

3. Students who are awarded the PTK Alumni Transfer Scholarship must:

1. complete their sophomore year as a member of Phi Theta Kappa in good standing.

2. be fully admitted to a St. Petersburg College baccalaureate program.

3. have earned a cumulative college GPA of 3.0.

4. continue to enroll as a full-time student.

5. agree to and complete a service project with the Office of Baccalaureate Programs.

4. Remaining funds may be awarded to students for their performance and/or contributions to his/her field of study, based on the recommendation of the dean and approval by senior vice president of Baccalaureate Programs and University Partnerships.
    

2. The Honors College Transfer Scholarship is designed to encourage students who graduated from an honors college to continue their junior and senior educational experience at St. Petersburg College’s baccalaureate program.

1. To apply for this scholarship, the honors college graduate must be fully admitted to a St. Petersburg College baccalaureate program.

2. This is a two-term scholarship of a set amount that is generally awarded prior to the first and second term of the junior year.

3. The scholarship funds are provided to the student to be used for tuition, fees and books.

4. Students who are awarded the Honor College Transfer Scholarship must:




1. successfully graduate from an honors college with a cumulative college GPA of 3.3.

2. continue to enroll as a full-time student.

3. agree to and complete a service project with the Office of Baccalaureate Programs.

5. Remaining funds may be awarded to students for their performance and/or contributions to his/her field of study, based on the recommendation of the dean and approval by senior vice president of Baccalaureate Programs and University Partnerships.
    

3. The Florida Educators Fund Scholarship is designed to encourage qualified 9th - 12th grade students that participate in the Black History & Cultural Bowl competition to start and complete the Associate and Bachelor degrees at St. Petersburg College.

   1. To apply for this scholarship, the high school graduate must be fully admitted to St. Petersburg College.

   2. The scholarship funds are provided to the student to be used for tuition, fees and books.

   3. Students that are awarded the Florida Educators Fund Scholarship must:

      1. Enroll by the first Fall term after high school graduation.

      2. Enroll as a full-time (12 credit hours) student.

      3. Maintain an overall minimum 3.0 GPA.

      4. Maintain contact with SPC's Brain Bowl competition liaison.

      5. After successfully completing SPC's lower division coursework, the recipient must be admitted to a baccalaureate program after completing an A.A. or A.S. degree with SPC.

   4. Remaining funds may be awarded to students for their performance and/or contributions to his/her field of study, based on the recommendation of the dean and approval by senior vice president of Baccalaureate Programs and University Partnerships.
       

4. The President Baccalaureate Transfer Scholarship is designed to encourage students that graduated from an Associate degree to continue their junior and senior educational experience in a St. Petersburg College baccalaureate program.

   1. To apply for this scholarship, the Associate degree graduate must be fully admitted to a St. Petersburg College baccalaureate program.

   2. Applicant must have a minimum 3.0 cumulative grade point average in lower division coursework.

   3. The scholarship funds are provided to the student to be used for tuition, fees, and books.

   4. This is a one-time scholarship of a set amount that is generally awarded prior to the first term of the junior year.

   5. Remaining funds may be awarded to students for their performance and/or contributions to his/her field of study, based on the recommendation of the dean and approval by senior vice president of Baccalaureate Programs and University Partnerships.
       

5. Associate to Bachelor Degree Transfer Scholarships are designed for St. Petersburg College's Associate degree graduates that desire to continue their junior and senior education experience in a St. Petersburg College baccalaureate program.

   1. To apply for this scholarship, the Associate degree graduate must be fully admitted to a St. Petersburg College baccalaureate program.

   2. The scholarship funds are provided to the student to be used for tuition, fees, books and other associated costs.

   3. Applicant must have an overall 2.5 grade point average in lower division coursework.

   4. Remaining funds may be awarded to students for their performance and/or contributions to his/her field of study, based on the recommendation of the dean and approval by senior vice president of Baccalaureate Programs and University Partnerships.

JOHNNIE RUTH CLARKE SCHOLARSHIP
(College Rule 6Hx23-4.492) (12/16/2008)

The President is authorized, subject to the requirements of this Rule, to grant Johnnie Ruth Clarke Scholarships to disadvantaged and other under represented Pinellas County school students who graduate from a Pinellas County high school with a standard high school diploma, are U.S. citizens or permanent resident aliens and have demonstrated academic potential by achieving a weighted cumulative grade point average of at least 3.00 at the end of the seventh semester of high school. Subject to meeting the above requirements, high school students shall be notified in writing of their scholarship eligibility during the spring term of their senior year.

1. The following criteria may be considered:

1. Essay of commitment to serve minority communities.

2. From a low-income family.

3. Applicant is being reared by a single parent.

4. Applicant will be among the first in their family to attend college.

5. Consideration of Diversity.

6. Demonstrate through past history, test scores, academic achievement and/or written statement which favorably reflects on the applicant’s potential.

7. Recommendation from counselor, teacher or community-based organization.

These criteria will be weighted and applicants must meet the minimum weighted requirements. Scholarship funds are limited and the students applying meeting the requirements shall receive the scholarships on a first come, first serve basis subject to the availability of funds.



2. Students who are granted the Johnnie Ruth Clarke Scholarships must:

1. apply for admission to the College, enroll in and attend classes beginning no later than Term I of the academic year immediately following graduation from high school;

2. maintain a 3.0 cumulative GPA; and

3. complete at least 67 percent of the credit hours attempted.

4. must be enrolled in a minimum of 6 credit hours per term.
    

3. A student loses this scholarship by falling below a 3.0 cumulative grade point average or the 67% completion ratio unless extenuating circumstances are documented. Extenuating circumstances may include but will not be limited to:

1. Serious physical or emotional illness of student or immediate family member;

2. Serious accident involving student;

3. Divorce/separation of family members;

4. Loss of employment or involuntary change in work schedule;

5. Death of family member;

6. Orders to active military duty as a result of National, State, or local emergency; or

7. Natural disaster affecting student or immediate family members.
    

4. The Johnnie Ruth Clarke Scholarship is effective beginning Term 1 of the academic year following graduation from high school. The scholarship will remain in effect for four (4) terms of continuous enrollment (excluding Summer Term [except as provided in paragraph III. above]).
   [Example: high school student graduate, May 2005. Johnnie Ruth Clarke Scholarship valid Terms I & II of 2005-06 and Terms I & II of 2006-07.]
    

5. This scholarship may be applied toward tuition not to exceed 12 credit hours per term (this does not include lab fees).


 

6. Should there be excess scholarship funds available for a particular year, the Scholarship Committee may offer a scholarship to a student recently graduating from high school with a standard high school diploma meeting the criteria set forth in paragraph I. above and in special circumstances may offer a disadvantaged and/or under represented promising student(s) recently graduating from high school with a standard high school diploma who does not meet the aforesaid criteria.

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ACTIVITIES SCHOLARSHIPS
Special student activities scholarships are awarded in an amount generally sufficient to cover tuition and fees to students who perform certain requirements in the particular activity indicated. These scholarships are:

Activity	Apply to:
Athletics	Director of Athletics
Band/Chorus	Faculty Advisor
Brain Bowl	Faculty Advisor
Forensics	Faculty Advisor
Obelisk	Faculty Advisor
Student Government	Student Life & Leadership Coordinator
Visual Arts	Faculty Advisor

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ALUMNI SCHOLARSHIPS of $500 are awarded to students who meet specified criteria and are not receiving any other type of financial assistance except work. Recipients are selected by a committee of the SPC Alumni Association Board of Directors.

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TRANSFER SCHOLARSHIPS are given by Florida colleges and universities to academically outstanding SPC students. The College nominates students to receive certain Transfer Scholarships. Amounts and criteria vary.

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DONOR SCHOLARSHIPS AND FINANCIAL GRANTS are provided by individuals or groups and/or foundations, usually from outside the college. Amounts and criteria vary widely. Several are administered by the SPC Foundation, Inc., and others are administered by the Office of Financial Assistance Services. Please visit the Foundation website to apply online.
Key: F = Foundation Scholarships; FAS = Financial Assistance Services.

A.D. Morgan Corporation scholarship (F) — Available to SPC students pursuing a career in Building Construction. Contact the Foundation for further details.

Martha R. Adkins Memorial Business Technologies Endowed Scholarship (F) — Established by family, friends and colleagues in memory of Martha Adkins, who was a full-time program director in the business technologies program at SPC's Clearwater campus, to assist students in that program of study at SPC.

Ebba Alm Scholarship (F) — Full-time student, financial need, 3.0 GPA, preference is for student from upper Pinellas County in the field of natural sciences.

Alpha Delta Kappa-Beta Kappa Chapter Scholarship (F) — Sophomore majoring in education with a 3.0 GPA, preferably a returning student, residing in lower Pinellas County. $250 per term.

American Association of University Women-Florence Seibert Memorial Scholarship (F) — Established in memory of Dr. Florence B. Seibert to provide scholarships for those in need of financial assistance, enrolled in the Women-on-the-Way program (male/female) and studying medical technology, chemistry or biological sciences on any campus. Scholarship award is $1,200 per year.

American Business Women’s Association Scholarships (FAS)
Belles of Seminole	Mermaid Chapter
Central City Chapter	Pinellas Pelicans
Chasco Chapter	Seagull Chapter
Dunedin Chapter	Skyway Chapter
Fun 'N Sun Chapter	Sunshine Chapter
Heart of Countryside	Top of the Bay Chapter
Jacaranda Chapter	Young Horizons Chapter

Based on financial need and academic achievement. Value varies. Contact specific ABWA Chapter for application.

American Housing Corporation Scholarship/Grant (F) — These $500 scholarships/grants are available for full or part-time students at any campus who have financial need and are working to complete a degree or certificate program.

American Legion Auxiliary Department of Florida (FAS) — Child or grandchild of an honorably discharged veteran, full-time student. Value varies. Contact convenient American Legion Post for application.

American Legion Post #125 Orthotics & Prosthetics Scholarship (F) — Established by American Legion Post #125, this scholarship provides financial assistance for tuition, books and fees for St. Petersburg College students pursuing a degree in Orthotics and Prosthetics. Recipients must have a 2.0 GPA or higher.

David P. Anderson Scholarship for Artists (F) — Established by Estelle and Stan Marsh and other friends of David P. Anderson to provide a lasting memorial to this renowned St. Petersburg artist. These $1,200 scholarships are available to Pinellas County residents studying art at SPC who show financial need.

SPC Marc Anderson, United States Army Ranger, "Fallen Soldier" Memorial Scholarship (F) — Established by Professor Ken Chapman, family friend, this scholarship pays tribute to Army Ranger Marc Anderson for valor in Afghanistan. Awards of varying amounts will be based on demonstrated need, a minimum grade point average of 3.5 with preference given to children of service members. Family members and Ken Chapman will assist in making the selections.

Anonymous Scholarship — Established to assist students in any field of study, attending full-time at any campus, and who maintains a 2.5 grade point average.

Anonymous Scholarship — Recipients may be full- or part-time students seeking a degree in nursing. He or she must be able to demonstrate financial need and express the intent of remaining in Pinellas County at least two years after graduation to serve citizens in the Tampa Bay area. Preference is given to students expressing an interest in the fields of prenatal and postnatal care.

Charlotte Anthony Music Scholarship (F) — Awarded to full-time students with financial need majoring in music at SPC. Additional information may be obtained from the St. Petersburg/Gibbs Campus Office of Financial Assistance Services.

Auxiliary of Morton Plant Mease Healthcare Scholarship (F) — Available to SPC Nursing Program students residing in the Mease Dunedin or Mease Countryside area of Pinellas County. Students must have completed the Nursing Level I course and should consider applying for employment with Mease Hospitals upon graduation. Applicants must submit a written statement on why he/she wishes to become a nurse and must provide at least one letter of recommendation from SPC faculty member. Contact Nursing Department for further details.

Auxiliary of St. Petersburg General Hospital Scholarship (F) — Preference for this scholarship will be given to students who have completed Nursing II. Applicants must be Pinellas County residents and submit two letters of reference. Recipients should consider applying for employment with St. Petersburg General Hospital after graduation.

Florence Coles Ballenger Endowed Scholarship (F) — Established in 1999 from the estate of longtime educator, volunteer and friend of SPC, Florence Coles Ballenger. Amounts vary. Applicants should apply through the Women-on-the-Way Challenge Program or the Learning Support Commons of the Clearwater Campus.

Bank of America "Dream Makers" Scholarship (F) — This scholarship was established through a generous contribution from NationsBank (now Bank of America) and matched by the State of Florida. Awards are made to first generation students to help cover the expense of tuition, books, fees and childcare.

Kenneth P. and Mary R. Baqué Endowed Scholarship (F) — Established by Clearwater resident and educator, Mary R. Baqué, to provide financial assistance to any worthy, needy, responsible student, male or female, in any field of study, who is associated with the Women-on-the-Way Program, Clearwater Campus. Amount varies. Contact the Women-on-the Way Office.

Paul D. Bauder Scholarship (F) — Provided to a sophomore education major, Pinellas County high school graduate. Value varies.

Bayfront Medical Center Scholarship (F) — Established by Bayfront Medical Center, this scholarship is available to nursing students who will work at the center upon graduation.

Robert & Mildred Baynard Ethics in Business Scholarship (F) — Established to honor Mr. and Mrs. Robert Baynard’s generosity to the College, this scholarship is for tuition, books and/or child care expenses for a Florida resident who is actively involved, and plans in the future to continue working, in local community service.

Sheila McNulty Beal Memorial Book Scholarship (F) — Established by William H. Beal III, in memory of his mother, this scholarship will provide $500 for books or fees to an Eta Nu Chapter member of Phi Theta Kappa. Applicants must be seeking a degree, full or part-time, and in need of financial assistance. Preference will be given to Liberal Arts majors.

William H. Beal II Memorial Book Scholarship (F) — Established by William H. Beal III, in memory of his father, this scholarship will provide $500 for books and/or fees to an Eta Nu Chapter member of Phi Theta Kappa. Applicants must be seeking a degree in Business Technology as a full or part-time student at any SPC Campus and be in need of financial assistance.

Charles E. Belcher Memorial Scholarship (F) — Established in memory of Charles E. Belcher, this scholarship provides financial support for students at St. Petersburg College.

Dr. John C. Belcher Endowed Scholarship (F) — Established by SPC graduates, Charles E. and Eileen H. Belcher, to honor their son. This scholarship will provide financial assistance to needy students who are Florida residents attending any SPC campus, full or part-time. Preference will be given to students who are working toward a career in a health-related field. The applicants should be clear regarding their goals and possess the determination to reach these achievements.

Leahla S. Bell Memorial Art Scholarship (F) — Established in memory of Leahla S. Bell by her husband, Jay C. Bell. This fund will provide up to $1,500 scholarships to students studying art at SPC. Scholarships are per year and may be used for tuition, books or other bona fide college expenses, including living expenses. Applicants should be high school graduates or art school graduates, attending classes or preparing to attend classes at SPC. Applicants may be full or part time and gifted in the visual arts. Priority will be based on a competition through submission of student’s personal artworks. Contact the Foundation or the Art Department for information.

Erma Ruth Beltz Memorial Endowed Scholarship (F) — Established by Larry D. Beltz in memory of his mother, this $2,500 scholarship is for a full-time Associate in Arts or Associate in Science degree-seeking student with a high school (or equivalent) GPA between 1.5 and 2.5. Continuing recipients must maintain at least a 2.5 GPA on all courses taken after receipt of the scholarship.

Benjamin, Brown and Maxwell Scholarship (F) — Established with funds distributed by The Foundation for Florida’s Community Colleges to help deserving students reach their educational goals. Students must be first-time enrollees who are Florida residents. Students must show financial need by qualifying for FSAG grants as well as perform community service during the term of the scholarship. Contact the Foundation for further information.

Dr. Michael M. Bennett and Beverly B. Bennett Memorial Scholarship (F) — Established by the former president of St. Petersburg College, this scholarship is designed to provide financial assistance to children of St. Petersburg College employees. Preference given to music and education majors. Value varies. Contact the Foundation for further information.

Bilirakis-Miaoulis Scholarship (F)— Established by The Honorable Gus Bilirakis in honor of family members, this scholarship is for any worthy, responsible, full- or part-time student in any field of study at the Tarpon Springs Campus. Amount varies.

B. F. & LaVerne Blankenship Education Scholarship (F)— Provides financial support for students at St. Petersburg College.

Amy R. Blanton Scholarship (F) — Established by Joseph and Nancy Blanton in honor of their daughter, Amy, an SPC graduate. Students must demonstrate financial need. Students with learning or physical disabilities and financial need may contact the Students with Disabilities Program Director.

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Florida Generation RN Nursing Scholarship (F) — Established in 2006 to provide financial assistance to SPC students in the nursing program.

Betty Jane William and Elizabeth Boyd Memorial Music Scholarship (F) — For Pinellas County High School graduates studying full-time for a career in music. $250 per session. Contact the Foundation for more information.

Warren W. Brainerd, Jr. Memorial Scholarship (F) — Established for students seeking a degree in science, pre-med, pre-engineering, pre-math or pre-elementary education. This scholarship is intended for students who have some financial need and for whom this award will make the difference in his/her staying in college. Only applicants with a sincere desire to get an education or improve him/herself and a graduate of a Pinellas County high school, preferably living with family, need apply. Only second year, full-time SPC students will be considered.

Flora Sam Britton Scholarship for SPC Women’s Athletics (F) — Established by Flora Sam Britton through her will, this scholarship is available to students demonstrating athletic achievement in women’s athletics. Students may be enrolled full or part-time, in any field of study. Contact the Foundation for further details.

Peter R. Brown Construction Scholarship (F) — Established to provide financial assistance to students who plan to enter the construction trade industry.

John D. and Janice Buchanan Scholarship for Deserving Students (F) — Established by family and friends in memorial tribute to the life of John D. Buchanan, this scholarship is for full- or part-time students who can demonstrate financial need as well as service to the community. Renewal of the scholarship requires a 3.0 grade point average.

Albert A. Bush Scholarship (F) — Available through the generosity and foresight of the late Albert A. Bush. Scholarship is available to exceptionally needy students who might otherwise be unable to attend SPC. Contact the Foundation for further details.

Kenneth & Virginia Bushery Scholarship (F) — Available to St. Petersburg College students, attending school either full- or part-time, who can demonstrate financial need.

Business and Professional Women/Avon Products Foundation Scholarship (FAS)— Persons 25 and older, head of household, financial need, program leading to a sales career. Value varies. Contact organization at 2012 Massachusetts Ave. NW., Washington DC 20036.

Business and Professional Women Scholarship (FAS)
Downtown Tampa Chapter	Sun Bay Chapter
Seminole Ridge Chapter	Westshore Midday Chapter

For women in pursuit of higher education in business or a professional career with financial need, leadership and academic achievement. Value varies. Contact BPW Chapter scholarship chairperson.

Nadine and Dan Carlisle "New Life" Educational Grant (F) — Established by Nadine and Dan Carlisle of Clearwater, these grants provide up to $1500 each semester for SPC students who can demonstrate both financial need and a renewed determination to complete their collegiate education. Contact the Foundation for more details.

Augusta B. Center Scholarship (F) — Established by James Sirmons '37, in honor of Professor Augusta B. Center. Professor Center taught Speech and Drama at St. Petersburg Junior College from 1934 to 1949. The purpose of this scholarship is to provide financial assistance for tuition, fees, and books for needy, bright and ambitious communications students. An applicant must be a full- or part-time student studying on the St. Petersburg/Gibbs Campus, be able to demonstrate the ability to speak effectively and have a commitment to complete the degree program in Communications. To continue receiving the scholarship, the student must maintain a minimum 2.0 GPA.

Joseph L. Chamberlain Memorial Scholarship (F) — This scholarship is for a deserving student entering the sophomore year, who has financial need and is in good academic standing. Value varies. Contact the Foundation for more information.

Alvah and Wylene P. Chapman Foundation — Established to assist deserving students in any field of study at SPC.

Dorothy A. Chapman Scholarship (F) — Established in the Chapman estate to provide scholarships for students who demonstrate financial need, without respect to course of study. Value varies.

Charity Day Scholarship (FAS) — This scholarship is for a student who is enrolled full-time, has a 3.0 GPA and demonstrates financial need. Awards are made by campus Financial Assistance Services office.

Clearwater East Rotary Award (F) — Provides tuition assistance for students in the College of Education to purchase books.

Clinical Laboratory Management Association Scholarship (F) — The Clinical Laboratory Management Association was established to provide up to two scholarships of $500 per academic term. Recipients will be Medical Laboratory Technology students who have financial need. Preference will be given to students who have no other source of financial aid, including tuition reimbursement from their employer. Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 2.5. Preference will be given to residents of the Gulf Coast of Florida.

Juanes C. & Hector Collazo Scholarship (F) — Established by Hector and Joyce Collazo in honor of their sons. Preference is given to students of Hispanic decent and to those whom the financial aid would make a difference in continuing their education or maintaining their grade point average.

College Fund of Pinellas County, Inc. (FAS) — Scholarships are available to Pell eligible, Pinellas County residents enrolled full time (12-15 hours) in courses credited toward graduation and with a GPA of 2.0 or higher. Awards are determined in August and January, so applications should be received prior to those months. For information and an application see www.collegefundpinellas.org.

College of Orthotics & Prosthetics Scholarship (F) — Provides financial assistance for tuition, fees, books and other related expenses for promising Orthotics & Prosthetics students. Applicants must be in good standing with the College of Orthotics & Prosthetics. Recipients will be chosen by the Dean of the College of Orthotics & Prosthetics in consultation with a member of the Orthotics & Prosthetics Board of Advisors.

College of Technology & Management Scholarship (F) — Recipients must be St. Petersburg College students whose career plans include a 4-year degree in Technology & Management. The student must have taken a minimum of 21 credit hours prior to application and a minimum of six hours within the college during the term the scholarship funds are received. Each applicant must include an essay stating his/her background, goals and reasons for pursuing a business degree. Awardees must have earned a GPA of 2.5 or higher. This scholarship is not strictly need based. Rather, candidates should demonstrate an aspiration to succed.

Ruth Treche Collins Memorial (F) — Provides financial support for students at St. Petersburg College.

Commercial Real Estate Women of Tampa Bay Scholarship (F) — Established by the Commercial Real Estate Women (CREW) of Tampa Bay, this award is available for a student who can demonstrate financial need, has completed at least one semester of post-secondary education, is in good academic standing at SPC, demonstrates a commitment to complete a degree program, submits two letters of recommendation from faculty or employers as well as two personal letters of reference and maintains a 3.0 or higher grade point average to continue receiving the scholarship. The scholarships will be awarded based on selection by the SPC Faculty with finalists being interviewed by a CREW committee. Contact the Financial Assistance Services office for application information.

Chip (Charles F.) Correll Memorial Scholarship (F) — Established by John C. Correll, in tribute to St. Petersburg College's 1991 journalism graduate, and his brother, Chip (Charles F.) Correll. This is for students enrolled at any campus of St. Petersburg College, as a full- or part-time student with a commitment to complete a degree program. Preference is given to a student who has been diagnosed with mental illness.

David O. and June Cox Women on the Way Scholarship (F) — Established by long-time Women on the Way supporters, David O. and June Cox, to help deserving, active Women on the Way Program students with financial need. Contact the Women on the Way Program Director for further details.

The Honorable William C. Cramer Memorial Scholarship (F) — The family and friends of William C. Cramer have established this scholarship in his memory and to celebrate his remarkable accomplishments as a public servant, WWII Veteran, attorney, national Republican Party leader, international trade pioneer, college instructor and dedicated husband and father. Recipients must be graduates of St. Petersburg High School, be enrolled as a full-time student with St. Petersburg College and demonstrate financial need. Applicants must major in political science, government, U.S. history, international affiars, pre-law or similar majors. Applicants must have earned a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 and must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 during the scholarship period to remain eligible for continued scholarship funding.

Samuel Crooks Trust (F) — Provides financial support for students at St. Petersburg College.

Crossroads Scholarship (F) — Provides financial support for students at St. Petersburg College.

Katie and Cort Cureton Scholarship (F) — Established by Mr. and Mrs. W. Richard Johnston in memory of their grandchildren, Katie and Cort Cureton, to provide scholarship assistance to students who demonstrate financial need or achievement. Priority is given to Pinellas County graduates.

D'Amour / Furlong Teacher Scholarship (F) — Established in honor of Edouilda and Napoleon D'Amour, and in honor of Mary and Thomas E. Furlong, Sr. This scholarship provides financial assistance for tuition, fees and books for promising students pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree in Education. Each recipient must be a full-time junior or senior who has been admitted to the College of Education in upper-division courses. He/she must also be able to demonstrate financial need.

Daughters of American Revolution Scholarship (F) — Designated for any St. Petersburg College student attending school as full- or part-time, to help defray the cost of tution, books, fees and other college-related expenses. Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 2.0.

Connie Dell Davis Veterinary Scholarship (F) — Established in memory of Connie Dell Davis by her sister, Elizabeth Dell Bushnell; her brother-in-law, retired SPC instructor Frank F. Bushnell; and her mother, Dorothea C. Dell. Awards are for second-year Veterinary Technology students. Contact Veterinary Technology Program for more information.

Henry D. Davison Engineering Technology Scholarship (F) — Established by Betty Davison to honor the legacy of her husband, a WWII hero and SPC faculty member, Henry D. Davison. Assistance is for full- or part-time engineering technology students at the St. Petersburg/Gibbs Campus.

Helen O. Day Scholarship Fund (F) — Established in tribute to Helen Ormsby Day, a member of SPC's first graduating class in 1929. It is for full- or part-time students at any campus of SPC working toward a major in elementary education. The student must maintain a 2.75 grade point average or higher.

Derby Lane Scholarship (F) — Provided by Derby Lane and Richard Winning, member of the SPC Foundation Board of Directors, this scholarship is available for full- or part-time students who have been accepted into or already are in good academic standing at SPC and can demonstrate a commitment to complete an academic degree program. The awardee must maintain a 3.0 or higher grade point average to continue receiving the scholarship for ongoing semesters.

DiNapoli & Skala Families Scholarship (F) — This scholarship is awarded to Clearwater Campus students who have demonstrated successful academic performance at St. Petersburg College by attaining a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.0. Students must also have completed 24 semester hours and have demonstrated financial need. The scholarship was established by Warren DiNapoli and Joe Skala who donated their entire salaries from teaching mathematics at the Clearwater Campus.

Disabled American Veterans/Chapter 9 Scholarship (FAS) — Full-time student who is a disabled veteran or relative of a disabled veteran. $500 per academic year. Contact DAV scholarships chairperson.

Domidion Education Grant (F) — Established by Dr. Ann M. Domidion for national or international students in the baccalaureate degree program in education. Preference given to a full- or part-time student for whom financial support will make a difference in whether his/her education is continued. Grant will be available per semester for tuition. Must maintain at least a B average. Selection made by Dean of the College of Education with the SPC Foundation.

Craig and Erline Donovan Memorial Scholarship (F) — Established by members of the Donovan family in honor of their parents to provide a $500 annual scholarship to a worthy, needy and responsible student in any field of study. Scholarship may be used for tuition, fees, equipment and/or other bona fide college expenses.

Anne H. Doran Memorial Scholarship (F) — Established by 1975 SPC graduate Michael D. Doran in honor of his mother. This scholarship will provide assistance to worthy SPC Nursing Program students attending classes at any SPC campus full- or part-time, who are working toward a career goal in Nursing and participating in the Women on the Way Program. Contact Nursing Department or Women on the Way Program Director for more details.

Alice N. and Timothy J. Downey, Jr., Memorial Scholarship (F) — This endowed scholarship fund, established by trust agreement, from longtime SPC professor of Business, Timothy Downey, Jr., will provide assistance to students with scholastic ability with financial need. Contact the Nursing Program for further details.

Mr. and Mrs. Willis Doyle Nursing Scholarship (F) — Full-time nursing student with demonstrated financial need and strong determination to overcome all obstacles in pursuit of goals. Preference will be given to a single parent. $3,000 over 2 years.

Dunedin North Rotary Scholarship (F) — Established for nursing scholarships by the Dunedin North Rotary organization. Recipients must maintain a 2.0 or higher GPA.

Dutton Family Scholarship (F) — Established by the Dutton Family in 1997, this $500 scholarship is for students in need of financial assistance who are enrolled in any program at SPC. This award may be used for tuition, books and/or other bona fide college expenses. Priority will be given to non-traditional students, at least 25 years of age, for whom the financial aid would make the difference in whether or not he/she could continue his/her college education.

Norman W. Duzen Music Scholarship (F) — Established in memory of musician Norman Duzen by his friends, this scholarship is for second year music majors with demonstrated need. Preference first will be given to jazz pianists, then classical pianists and, finally, all other music majors intending to pursue music as a professional career.

Early Learning Coalition Scholarship Fund (F) — Established by the Early Learning Coalition of Pinellas County to assist students who are pursuing a career in the field of early childhood education and child development.

Pauline Vonnegut Eck Scholarship (F) — Established through the will of former SPC Natural Science instructor, Pauline Vonnegut Eck, this scholarship is available to Natural Science students with financial need attending the St. Petersburg/Gibbs campus. Contact the Foundation for further details.

Elks National Foundation Scholarship (FAS) — Full-time vocational or technical program student seeking a degree or certificate. Needs lodge endorsement. $1,000 per academic year. Contact the Elks National Foundation.

Mabel Emerson Memorial Scholarship (F) — This scholarship was established by her son, Bill Emerson ’41, and is based on financial need and academic achievement. The recipient will be chosen by the President of SPC.

Evanthia Nursing Scholarship (F) — Established by Mrs. Evanthia P. Augustine to honor the memory of her grandmother, Mrs. Evanthia Nickolaou. This scholarship is for nursing students who demonstrate financial need and proven academic ability. Nursing faculty will nominate and select scholarship recipients. Contact Nursing Program Director, Health Education Center.

Fred C. Fantz Memorial Engineering Scholarship/Rotary Club of St. Petersburg West (FAS) — Two scholarships. A student pursuing a career in engineering with demonstrated academic achievement and a member of Tau Alpha Pi. Contact Engineering Technology Department, St. Petersburg/Gibbs Campus. A local high school graduate, preferably Gulfport or west St. Petersburg resident, with demonstrated financial need, scholarship and good character. $300. Contact Rotary Club.

AIS and Elma T. Filson Scholarship Fund (F) — Established by Eric Filson in honor of his mother, Elma T. Filson, to provide assistance to students in any discipline.

First Generation in College Scholarships (F) — Established to benefit students attending SPC who are the first in their families to attend college.

Florida Firefighters Foundation Scholarship (F) — Financial assistance of $500 per semester for dependents and family members of Florida firefighters. Priority will be given to the families of deceased and incapacitated firefighters. Applicants may be full- or part-time students, in any field of study at any campus.

Florida Governor’s Council on Indian Affairs Scholarship (FAS)— For American Indian, Alaskan native, native Hawaiian and unemployed, underemployed or economically disadvantaged. Value varies. Web site: www.fgcia.com.

Florida Gulf Coast University / SPC Distance Learning Partnership Scholarship (F) — This scholarship provides financial assistance for Department of Corrections employees taking Florida Gulf Coast University - SPC Distance Learning courses. An applicant must be matriculating at SPC full- or part-time. The scholarship is $100 and may be used for tuition, fees, equipment and/or other bona fide college expenses.

Florida Institute of Certified Public Accountants Suncoast Chapter Scholarship (F)— Scholarship available to full- or part-time accounting students at any campus of SPC. Amount varies.

Florida Legal Assistants, Inc., Pinellas County Chapter (FAS) — For a student taking legal assistant courses, 3.0 GPA, amount varies. Contact Florida Legal Assistants, Inc. at (727) 988-0737 for Pinellas County Chapter president.

Florida State University College of Education Alumni Association Teaching Scholarships (FAS) — The School Board of Pinellas County, in cooperation with the Florida State University College of Education Alumni Association, offers scholarships in the amount of $2,500 per year for St. Petersburg College graduates who agree to attend FSU, major in education, especially in special education, and who will return to teach in Pinellas County following graduation. The program is a scholarship/loan program targeting special education majors and minority students that is repaid based on the candidates teaching in Pinellas County. For each year the scholarship is received, the candidate will be expected to teach 1 year in Pinellas County. Graduates of the program are guaranteed a teaching position in the district upon successful completion of the degree and certification requirements. For further information, contact Ron Stone at (727) 588-6273.

H.J. Free Nursing Scholarship (F) — Established to provide assistance to financially needy nursing students at St. Petersburg College.

Friends of Oldsmar Fire Rescue / Galen B. Dyer Memorial Scholarship (F) — Established in honor of Galen B. Dyer, this scholarship provides financial assistance to worthy, needy and responsible paramedic students at St. Petersburg College. Recipients must be full- or part-time students seeking a degree in paramedics and be able to demonstrate financial need. Applicants must show academic promise, determination, responsibility, ambition and demonstrate community service and/or SPC program or activity involvement and live in north Pinellas County. All students applying for this scholarship will submit an autobiography (i.e., background information about the student and his/her family, work, history, likes/dislikes, future goals and how the scholarship will affect those goals) and be interviewed by the donor and/or donor's family.

Merlin M. Garner Memorial Scholarship (F) — For a full- or part-time Foreign Language or Building Construction student attending any SPC campus. The student should be working toward a career in Construction or one which utilizes the Spanish language. The $500 annual scholarship will be awarded over two semesters and requires a minimum 3.0 GPA. The scholarship may be used for tuition, books, fees and/or other bona fide college expenses.

Lois Geiger-Lorna Wearing Memorial Scholarship Fund — Established for the lasting memorial of Lois Geiger and Lorna Wearing, both retired educators at SPC.

General Dynamics Scholarship (F) — Funds provided to assist minority students with demonstrated financial need. Preference will be given to students majoring in engineering. Awards made by the Foundation.

General Memorial Scholarships (F) — Established from funds contributed in memoriam, this scholarship is available to worthy students of St. Petersburg College.

General Scholarship Fund (F) — Available to worthy students of St. Petersburg College.

Gibbs Junior College Alumni Association Scholarship (F) — Provides assistance to students at the Gibbs Campus of St. Petersburg College. Preference is given to minority students with a minimum GPA of 2.5. Recipients are chosen by the Gibbs Junior College Alumni Association scholarship selection committee.

Helen and Donald H. Gilbart Scholarship (F) — For deserving students entering their second year; based on financial need and proven academic ability. Preference given to Clearwater Campus students who are single parents and who plan to enter one of the helping professions - teaching, mental health, physical care or social services.

James P. Gills Scholarship (F) — Awarded to graduates of Tarpon Springs High School who are attending St. Petersburg College. This scholarship is based on financial need and demonstrated academic ability.

The Golden Fund (F) — Established by Carol Schubert, Class of 1980, in 2005, the purpose of the Golden Fund Scholarship is to provide financial assistance to worthy BAS Veterinary Technology students on a business track at St. Petersburg College and a minimum of 3.3 GPA.

Helen and Mildred Goldman Sign Language Interpreter Scholarship (F) — Established by Barbara Carroll to honor the memory of two sisters: her mother, Helen, who was deaf, and her Aunt Mildred and the lifetime bond they shared giving the quality of life that only a daughter would know. This scholarship will be awarded to a student participating in the SPC Sign Language Interpreter Program. Contact the Foundation for further details.

Jan and Frank Graham Memorial Scholarship (F) — Available to SPC Nursing Program students. Preference will be given to persons working, or have worked, as Certified Nursing Assistants. Two references from persons knowledgeable about the CNA job performance of the student must be submitted with the scholarship application. Contact Nursing Department for further details.

Selma Bowman Graham Scholarship in Memory of Warren J. Bowman (F) — Established through the Pinellas County Community Foundation to address the need for registered nurses. Students must be enrolled in a two-year SPC Nursing Program, graduated from a Pinellas County high school and have a genuine financial need. Contact the Nursing Department for further details.

Greater Seminole Area Small Business Education Foundation Scholarship Fund — Established to assist students who are pursuing careers in business; must have a high school GPA of 2.5.

Thomas E. Greef Scholarship (F) — For full-time Clearwater Campus business major, 3.0 GPA, $250 per session. Annual award nominated by Clearwater Business Department Program Director.

Jim & Jane Green PACE (F) — Provides financial support for students at St. Petersburg College.

Harlan and Margaret G. Gregory Scholarship (F) — $500 scholarship established by the Chairman of the SPC Board of Trustees, Mr. Thomas Gregory, in honor of his parents. The scholarship is awarded to a St. Petersburg/Gibbs Campus student who is majoring in education. Applicants must have graduated from a St. Petersburg area high school, have been a resident of St. Petersburg for at least 5 years, demonstrate financial need and academic promise and be an active participant in a church or synagogue.

Vivian T. Greve Scholarship (F) — Established through her will, Executive Secretary Vivian T. Greve determined this scholarship is to be available to students with strong academic promise and a demonstrated need for financial assistance. Contact the Foundation for further details.

Genevieve Groszko Memorial Scholarship (F) — Established in memory of Genevieve Groszko to assist nursing students with financial need who are full- or part-time and attending any campus.

Gulfport Lions Club Community Service Award (FAS) — This award is for two current high school seniors who have been accepted at St. Petersburg College and reside in Gulfport or attend Boca Ciega High School. The amount of the award is $500. For further information, contact the Guidance Department at Boca Ciega High School, (727) 321-4553.

Gulfport Optimist Club Endowed Scholarship (F) — An applicant must be a resident of Gulfport for the last two years and a graduating high school senior or current SPC student who graduated from high school within the last two years. Applicants must demonstrate the qualities of good citizenship and community involvement and maintain a GPA of 3.5 or higher and be seeking an Associate of Arts Degree leading to a Bachelor’s Degree.

Joy Anne Harris Scholarship (F) — Provides financial support for students of St. Petersburg College.

W. L. Harris Memorial Scholarship Fund (F) — Established by the family and friends of W. L. Harris including Tonjua Williams, Vice President of Academic and Student Affairs, to assist deserving students.

Health Care Scholarships (F) — This fund is to provides financial assistance to students pursuing careers in the health and allied fields.

Helios Education Foundation First Generation in College Scholarship (F) — Provides financial support for tuition, books and fees to students in good standing at St. Petersburg College who meet the eligibility requirements as a First Generation in College student. Preference will be given to students who are preparing for a career in education with the intent to become a teacher in the State of Florida.

The George F. Hieber, II Scholarship for Excellence in College Preparatory Mathematics (F) — Established to honor a Clearwater Campus student who has demonstrated excellence in college preparatory mathematics. This scholarship honors George F. Hieber, II who taught developmental mathematics on the Clearwater Campus for nine years. Contact the Clearwater Campus Mathematics Program Director.

High Achievers Club Scholarship Fund (F) — Full time student members of the High Achievers Club with GPA of 2.5 or higher are eligible for this scholarship. Applicants must participate in community service project and be in good standing with the college. The student must be a freshman or sophomore at the Clearwater Campus only.

Hillsborough Animal Health Foundation Veterinary Technician Scholarship (F) — Established for veterinary technician students who are residents of Hillsborough County enrolled as traditional or distance learning students. Academic achievement will be a consideration. Applicants must supply recommendations from three instructors and a 500 word essay on the topic, “Where Do I See Myself In Three Years?” Contact the Director of Veterinary Technology at the Caruth Health Education Center.

Andy and Ann Hines Endowed Scholarship (F) — Established to provide $500 scholarships to worthy, needy and responsible students with definite educational goals in any field of study. Continuing recipients must earn at least a B average. Priority will be given to students for whom financial aid would make the difference in whether he/she would be able to earn a college education.

Stephen Holmes Scholarship (F) — For full-time freshman students with financial need studying in the field of music, assists with tuition and books.

Honors Program Scholarships (F) — This fund was established to provide assistance to students in the SPC Honors program.

Hospitality and Tourism Scholarship (F) — Established by funds raised by an annual golf tournament, organized by the Pinellas County Hotel/ Motel Association. Scholarships will aid Hospitality & Tourism students with one three credit hour course. Contact Hospitality and Tourism Department for further details.

I Am 4 Art, U Can B 2 Scholarship (F)— Established by Diane Nelson and friends of the arts to provide assistance to students with financial need and a commitment to complete a degree program in the Fine Arts. Award varies. Contact the Foundation for further details.

Donald E. and Elise I. Ingerson Scholarship (F) — Established by a trust agreement, this scholarship is available to SPC students participating in the Student Support Services Program and/or Male Outreach Initiative Program. Scholarships will be applied to tuition and fees. Contact the Office of Financial Assistance Services for further details or the directors of either program for further information.

Indian Rocks Beach Civic Association (F) — This scholarship is available to SPC students who reside full-time in Indian Rocks Beach. Students must have a GPA of 3.0

Intellect Scholarship Fund, Inc. (F) — Provides financial assistance for students with financial needs who are pursuing a degree in Criminal Justice or Business Administration. Applicants must complete an essay provided by Intellect World Wide and have a minimum GPA of 2.5 or higher.

International Student Program Fund (F) — This fund was established for international students attending SPC to help defray the cost of out-of-state tuition.

Rosalie Jenkins Scholarship (F) — Established by friends to honor this former teacher and to benefit students who would normally "fall through the cracks".

Evelyn W. Jerger Nursing Scholarship (F) — Established by Mrs. Richard M. (Evelyn W.) Jerger. Students must be Pinellas County residents, have demonstrated financial need and proven academic ability. Nursing faculty will nominate and select scholarship recipients. Contact Nursing Program Director, SPC Health Education Center.

Mary Ellen S. and Donald H. Jones Nursing Scholarship (F) — Initially provided by Donald H. Jones in memory of his beloved wife, Mary Ellen S. Jones, this scholarship provides financial assistance to needy and worthy St. Petersburg College students seeking their degrees in Nursing. Scholarship renewal requires a minimum grade point average of 3.0 (B) and selection of the recipient and the amount of the award will be made by the Nursing Faculty and representatives from the Foundation and Office of Financial Assistance Services. Contact Nursing Department for further details.

Keeping the Pace Scholarship (F) — Provides financial support for participants in St. Petersburg College's Women on the Way Program.

Delbert and Jayne Kiner Scholarship (F) — Established by their family, the Delbert and Jayne Kiner Scholarship is available for a needy full- or part-time student who is returning to college (not a recent high school graduate) majoring in any field. This $500 award may be continued only with a 3.0 grade point average.

Maitland T. Knapp Stewart Title Scholarship (F) — This scholarship was established to assist full-time students attending any SPC campus and who are pursuing studies in the field of business and/or law.

Knights of Pythias - St. Petersburg Lodge 42 (F) — Established to provide financial assistance to students who attend the St. Petersburg/Gibbs campus, full- or part-time, with a grade point average of 2.5 or less.

Carl M. Kuttler, Sr. Memorial Scholarship (F) — Established to honor the memory of the father of SPC President Carl M. Kuttler, Jr., this scholarship will provide financial assistance to a worthy and needy immigrant student; male or female, full- or part-time, in any field of study at SPC. Priority for the scholarship will be given to students for whom financial aid would make the difference in whether or not he/she would be able to earn a college education. This annual scholarship will be awarded for tuition, fees and/or other bona fide college expenses.

Michelle Lambert Memorial Scholarship (F) — Established by friends and colleagues to honor the memory of Michelle Lambert, a SPC Dental Hygiene graduate of 2000. This scholarship is available to Dental Hygiene students in the SPC Associate Degree program or students wishing to pursue an advanced degree in Dental Hygiene. Contact the Dental Hygiene Department for further information.

Law Related Education Scholarship (F) — Three separate $1000 post-secondary education scholarships offered. Applicants must be in good standing and complete the LRE program by his/or her 21st birthday. Applicants must commit to leading crime free lives and provide two letters of recommendation from civic/professional/community leaders. Applicants must also orally present a one page written paper to the Scholarship Review committee on one of the following topics: Why Education is Important to my Future, How the Scholarship Will Help Me, Why it is Important to Stay Drug and Crime Free.

Anna Lawson Endowed Scholarship in Education (F) — Established by Mr. Jim Lawson in loving memory of his wife, Anna Lawson, to assist SPC students who are studying full-time to become teachers.

Lealman Special Fire Control District Fund (F) — Established by the Lealman Special Fire Control District, this grant is available for eligible Lealman Fire District employees for use in attending training classes. The awards will be coordinated through Lealman Special Fire Control District, the SPC Fire Academy director and the SPC Foundation.

Lori Lehner Memorial Scholarship (F) — Established to honor the life of Lori Lehner and provide a scholarship to cover tuition or books for a single parent with financial need who is working for a degree in education with the goal of becoming a teacher.

Helen K. Leslie Scholarship (F) — Established by past SPC Foundation Board chairman, business owner, and 2003 SPC Honorary degree recipient, Helen K. Leslie, these $2,500 scholarships are for Pinellas County high school graduates with academic promise in need of financial assistance and studying in nontraditional fields at any campus of St. Petersburg College.

Wendell H. and Betty L. Lunceford Memorial Scholarship (F) — Established in 1993 by W.H. (Dell) Lunceford, Jr. and John C. Lunceford, to honor their parents. This scholarship provides financial assistance to needy, second-year students with academic promise; but who, because of circumstances beyond their control, are unable to compete for scholarships designed for students with higher academic standings. $1,500 per academic year ($750 per session for 2 semesters) can be used for tuition, books, course fee expenses and/or other bona-fide college expenses. Applicants must be full-time students enrolled at any campus of SPC, in any field of study working toward an A.A., A.S. or A.A.S. degree. Preference will be given to students who might not otherwise be able to attend college or where the award would reduce the number of hours a student may have to work outside of school. Further preference will be given to a single or low-income parent who is receiving little or no outside financial support.

Lynch-Reed-Wakefield Scholarship (F) — Established by three SPC faculty members and former Presidents for students with academic achievement and financial need. Selection made by the Foundation.

Eileen Marie Mahan Nursing Scholarship (F) — Established by Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Mahan in memory of their daughter, Eileen Marie. Scholarship ranges up to $1,500 annually for second year nursing student. Candidates for this scholarship must be recommended by SPC nursing faculty and/or administration and possess those academic and personal qualifications that are likely “to enable them to be able to give leadership in the field of nursing in the future.” Nursing Program Director will make selection.

Ronald Mahoney Police Administration Scholarship (F) — Established by fellow officers in memory of Ronald J. Mahoney, “an outstanding and courageous Police Officer” and alumnus of SPC, who died in the line of duty. Scholarships of varying amounts are available for sophomore year students desirous of working in police administration. Faculty selection is based on academic achievement and leadership qualities with preference given to students from the Clearwater area. Contact the Southeastern Public Safety Institute Office or Criminal Justice Dean.

Perry R. Marsh Scholarship-Bank of America (F) — Established in memory of Perry R. Marsh, founder of Home Federal Savings and Loan. $1,500 scholarships will be awarded annually. Students must be Pinellas County residents, have demonstrated financial need, proven academic ability and be full-time students (12 credits). Preference given to students in banking related professions.

Edwin and Esther Marshick Scholarship (F) — Established by Esther M. Marshick, St. Petersburg College Class of 1936 and Pinellas County Public School teacher for 49 years, in memory of her beloved husband, Edwin P. Marshick, to provide financial assistance to students studying in the field of education, and who maintain a 2.0 or better grade point average.

Hazel Marie Martyn Endowed Memorial Scholarship (F) — This scholarship will be given to a full or part-time student in the field of vocal music who is seeking a degree and/or career in music. Applicants must maintain at least a 2.7 GPA. Selection by her family and SPC Foundation Office.

Alfred T. May Alumni Scholarship (F) — Established by Alfred T. May (SPC ’58) to provide students with bona fide financial need the means to attend college. These scholarships are $1,200 per year and are available to graduates of a Pinellas County high school attending SPC on a full-time basis. Priority for the scholarships are students for whom the financial assistance would make the difference in whether or not the student could continue his/her college education.

Merial Vet Tech Scholarship (F) — Provides financial assistance for tuition, fees, books and other related expenses for part- or full-time students seeking a degree in veterinary technology.

Clarence W. McKee Jr. Memorial Scholarship (F) — Established in memory of Clarence W. McKee Jr., this scholarship provides financial support for students at St. Petersburg College.

Narva L. Moody Award (F) — Established by Harriet Moody Davis in memory of her father, this award provides $100 book grants for full or part-time pre-law or accounting students. Students from the St. Petersburg/Gibbs Campus with financial need considered. Selection by Office of Financial Assistance Services and the SPC Foundation.

Edna Moran Memorial Nursing Scholarship (F) — Established by friends and family to honor the life of Edna Moran, this scholarship is available to Nursing Program students with demonstrated need who are participating in the Women on the Way Program. Contact the Nursing Program Director or the Women on the Way Program Director for further details.

Moretrench Scholarship (F) — Established by Moretrench to support the education and academic pursuits of students interested in pursuing careers in industrial construction. Students interested in consideration for the Moretrench scholarships should contact the SPC Foundation for more details.

James E. Mortensen Scholarship for Under Represented Groups in the SPC College of Education (F) — Applicants must be pursuing a degree in education and be "under represented" as defined by the St. Petersburg College of Education. To continue receiving the scholarship, the full- or part-time student must maintain a minimum GPA of 2.0.

Morton Plant Mease Earn as You Learn Scholarship (F) — Provides financial support for students at St. Petersburg College.

Patrick B. Mullerheim Memorial Scholarship (F) — Established to assist deserving students with tuition, books and other fees.

Needy Students Scholarship (F) — Provides financial assistance for financially needy students at St. Petersburg College.

New Initiative and Pathway Program Scholarship (F) — Established by St. Petersburg Pediatrics to assist students at the Midtown Center studying in the field of Information Technology, this scholarship is based on financial need and may be used for tuition, book or fees. Amount varies. Application should be made to the IT Program Director, Midtown Center.

Arthur C. Nielson Jr. Scholarship (F) — Established by the Nielsen company for students who have demonstrated merit for academic standing, initiative and leadership within the College of Technology and Management. Selection will be made by a Program Director of the College of Technology and Management and The SPC Foundation.

Northeast High School Scholarship (FAS) — For a Northeast High School graduate. Value varies. Contact Northeast High School Guidance Department.

Northside Hospital and Heart Institute Nursing Scholarship (F) — Full tuition, books, fees and uniforms for financially needy nursing students who are desirous of working at Northside Hospital and Heart Institute. Applications should be made to the Nursing Program Director.

Nursing Program Scholarships (F)— To assist students in the nursing program at the HEC campus of St. Petersburg College with demonstrated financial need.

Nydegger Trust Scholarship (F) — For student majoring in geology, paleontology or astronomy, ranking in top one-third of class or with 3.0 GPA, financial need and Pinellas County residency. $600 annually. Contact the Foundation for more information.

Henry Ohrns and Mary Hume Ohrns Scholarship (F) — Established by a trust agreement for the purpose of providing funds for scholarships to needy and deserving young men and women who attend St. Petersburg College. Recipients “may not be users of drugs, intemperate or persons who demonstrate for, or advocate, the overthrow of the US Government.” Preference will be given to full or part-time students who live south of Ulmerton-Walsingham Road.

Optimist Club of Dunedin Scholarship (F) — Established by the Optimist Club of Dunedin for worthy and needy, full or part-time students, this award will be on a semester basis and preference will be given to students from Dunedin or Dunedin Schools.

Optimist Club of St. Petersburg Scholarship (F) — Members of the West Side Optimist Club established this scholarship which can be used for tuition, books and course fee expenses for students for whom the aid would make the difference in whether or not he/she could continue his/her college education. Applicants may be preparing to attend, or attending, classes full-time at any SPC campus and must maintain a minimum GPA of 2.00. Priority for the scholarship will be given first to graduating seniors of St. Petersburg High School, then to graduating seniors of other high schools in St. Petersburg.

Lou and Lillian Padolf Foundation Scholarship (FAS) — For permanent Pinellas County residents who graduated in top quarter of Pinellas high school class, value varies. Contact Trust Department, First National Bank of Clearwater.

Palm Harbor Special Fire Control District Grant (F) — Established by the Palm Harbor Special Fire Control District, this grant is available for eligible Palm Harbor Special Control District employees for use in attending training classes at SPC. The grants will be coordinated through the Palm Harbor District, the SPC Fire Academy director and the SPC Foundation.

Perry Educational Scholarship (F) — Established by Audrey E. Perry for students with emergency needs; amount varies. Contact the Foundation for more information.

Phi Theta Kappa/Tau Zeta Chapter (FAS) — Tau Zeta Scholastic Excellence Award - Sponsored by the international honor society of the two-year colleges on the Clearwater Campus. This $100 scholarship is for a Clearwater Campus Phi Theta Kappa student with a minimum GPA of 3.25 and demonstrated financial need. Special consideration will be given to those applicants who are or have been involved in student activities and/or student organizations on the Clearwater Campus.

Pinellas County Community Foundation Recognition Scholarships (F) — The Pinellas County Community Foundation offers three separate scholarships honoring Ralph Richards, the primary founder of PCCF, F. Kiernan Schoonmaker, the first Chair of the PCCF Trustees Committee and David G. Perkins, a former Mr. Clearwater. Contact the Foundation for further details.

Pinellas County Estate Planning Council Scholarship (F) — Established by Pinellas County Estate Planning Council, Inc. for a full-time student living in Pinellas County seeking a Business A. A. degree. Must maintain a GPA of “B” or better. Recipient is to attend a meeting of the Pinellas County Estate Planning Council and make a short presentation. Value varies.

Pinellas County Funeral Homes Association, Inc. Scholarship (F) — Available to students pursuing a degree in Funeral Services, who are in good standing with the St. Petersburg College Funeral Services Program. Selection of the recipients will be made by the PCFHA Scholarship Committee.

Pinellas County Housing Authority Merit & Opportunity Scholarship (F) — Established for any part- or full-time students at St. Petersburg College who are clients or residents of Pinellas County Housing Authority programs or developments, including Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers, Public Housing and Affordable Housing. Applicants who demonstrate financial need in writing will receive preference.

Robert F. Pitman Fraternal Order of Police Lodge #10 Memorial Scholarship Fund (F) — Established to assist students pursuing a career in the criminal justice program of studies. Recipients must be in good academic standing with a grade point average of 2.5 or higher.

Thomas Plein Scholarship (F) — Established in memory of Thomas A. Plein, to assist students with demonstrated need, who are single parents, studying for a career in the medical field, and who maintains a minimum of 2.8 grade point average.

Polish-American Engineer Association Scholarship (F) — For students with financial need. Preference will be given to full-time, Clearwater Campus sophomores of Polish-American ancestry.

Diane Prescott Writer’s Scholarship (F) — Created in loving memory by her husband, this scholarship will provide an annual $400 award for a full or part-time student at the SP/Gibbs Campus who is majoring in English. The student should possess a financial need and be clear regarding his or her goal to establish a career in writing as well as having the determination to reach this achievement.

Wilbur F. Ptak Nursing Scholarship (F) — Available to financially needy students pursuing a degree in nursing.

Eleanore M. Rans Memorial Nursing Scholarship (F) — Established in memory of Eleanore M. Rans by her husband, Robert Rans, family and friends. This scholarship is intended for associate degree nursing students, notably those with previous work experience and some educational training in nursing, who now need a financial boost to meet their commitment to earn a degree and pass the registered nursing licensure examination. Contact Nursing Department for further details.

Arthur T. and Helen J. Ratcliffe Scholarship Endowment (F) — Scholarships will provide assistance to SPC students who have resided in Pinellas County for five consecutive years. Students will demonstrate the intent to a better academic average and show promise and be morally, mentally, and physically fit with a bona fide need for financial assistance. Contact the Foundation for further details.

Rotary Ann Club (FAS) — Female graduate of Clearwater High, $225 annually. Interview with Rotary Ann Club, Clearwater High School.

Rotary Club of Dunedin, North Scholarship in Nursing — Awarded to needs based full or part-time students, studying Nursing preferably in North Pinellas County. Each scholarship will be awarded based on selection by a representative of the College of Nursing and the St. Petersburg College Foundation, Inc. To continue receiving the scholarship of $5,000 plus $5,000 annually over four more years, the student must maintain a 2.0 or higher grade point average.

Rotary Club of Midtown St. Petersburg Scholarship (F) — Established to provide financial assistance to nontraditional students from the midtown area of St. Petersburg who have financial need; requires that the student maintain a 2.5 grade point average.

Rotary Club of Palm Harbor Scholarships (F) — For degree-seeking full or part-time students who have completed at least 12 credit hours of study and maintain an overall GPA of 3.0. The student's leadership and a record of service within the community as well as GPA will be the primary considerations in selecting scholarship recipients. The SPC Foundation and Office of Financial Assistance Services forward appropriate applications to the Rotary Club Committee for their selection.

Rotary Club, Pinellas Park Scholarship (F) — For degree-seeking full-time students in need of financial assistance and who reside in the Pinellas Park Rotary Club area. At least a B average preferred. The SPC Foundation and Office of Financial Assistance Services forward appropriate applications to the Rotary Club Education Committee for their selection.

Rotary Club of St. Petersburg West (F)— Local high school graduate with financial need, scholarship, character. Contact the Financial Assistance Services office, St. Petersburg/Gibbs Campus.

The Roth Foundation Scholarship (F) — Available to SPC Nursing Program students who are financially deserving with high scholastic ability. Contact Nursing Department for further details.

Rothman Family Foundation Scholarship (F) — Established to provide financial assistance to Kane's-Savon Furniture Co. employees and/or their dependents. Students must be enrolled in any degree-seeking college program or attending a course that will enhance job-related skills at Kane's or Savon Furniture Co. Preference will be given to students for whom financial support will make a difference in whether their education is continued.

Dr. John G. Rowley Endowed Scholarship (F) — Established by John G. Rowley, M.D., St. Petersburg College alumnus, member of the SPC Foundation, Inc. Board of Directors and noted St. Petersburg orthopedist. Recipients must be attending classes full- or part-time on any campus of St. Petersburg College, be majoring in science and/or engineering with a GPA of 3.0 or better and have a proven financial need.

Ruth M. Rowley Endowed Scholarship (F) — Established by her son and SPC alumnus, John G. Rowley, M.D., the Ruth M. Rowley annual scholarship will be awarded for tuition, fees and/or other bona fide college expenses to a student in a program designed for a career in business. The student in financial need may be attending any SPC campus and must be clear regarding his/her goals as well as possess a determination to reach these achievements. Preference will be given to single parents.

Bruce Russell Memorial Scholarship in Engineering (F) — Established by friends, family and colleagues of Bruce Russell who served on the Engineering faculty of SPC, this endowed scholarship is for students studying in the engineering field.

Betty Schaaf Veterinary Technology Scholarship (F) — Provides financial assistance for tuition and books for worthy and needy students in the veterinary technology program who would not otherwise be able to go to school. Applicants must be able to demonstrate a financial need, as well as a commitment to complete a degree program in veterinary technology. To  continue to receive a scholarship, a recipient must demonstrate a continued financial need. Awards are made to students in the two-year program who have declared their intention to continue on to earn their bachelor's degree in veterinary technology at St. Petersburg College and/or to students in their third or fourth years.

District Chief Frank Spirek Memorial (F) — Awarded to students attending classes in fire science, full- or part-time, at any campus of St. Petersburg College and/or eCampus, working toward becoming a fire officer. The recipient's intent must be to work toward a degree in fire science from SPC. Students must have high academic performance and/or high achievement in skill.

SPC Facilities Team Scholarship (F) — $500 scholarship is offered by the employees of the College’s Facilities Planning and Institutional Services department based on financial need and academic promise.

St. Petersburg Association of Legal Support Specialists Scholarship Fund (F) — Established for students who are pursuing careers in the legal assisting or legal studies programs.

St. Petersburg/Gibbs Scholarship (F) — The purpose of the St. Petersburg/Gibbs Scholarship is to provide financial assistance for tuition, fees and/or books for worthy St. Petersburg College students who attend SPC Gibbs, SPC Downtown or SPC Midtown as their home campus. Qualified candidates for this scholarship must be within 12 hours of graduation and can state their need for this scholarship (not necessarily financial.)

St. Petersburg Lodge 42 Knights of Pythias Scholarship (F) — Established by the St. Petersburg Lodge 42 Knights of Pythias, this scholarship is for a full or part-time student, who is attending SP/Gibbs campus, working toward any career goal, is in financial need and presently has a grade point average no higher than a 2.5.

St. Petersburg Martin Luther King, Jr. Commemorative Commission Scholarship (FAS) — Established to help disadvantaged St. Petersburg/Gibbs campus students with no regard for race or gender. The grant amount varies and may be used for tuition, books, fees and/or other college related expenses.

St. Petersburg Times Scholarship (F) — Applicants must be a resident of Pinellas Park, FL, be enrolled in classes at any campus of SPC, in any field of study, full- or part-time, show academic promise, have a definite goal toward which he/she is working, and be able to show financial need.

St. Vincent de Paul Society Fund (F) — This assistance is provided for students who either have previously completed a drug and/or alcohol rehabilitation program or who are going into that helping profession. The student should maintain at least a 2.5 GPA and be a mentor to other students. The grant amount varies and may be used for tuition, books, fees and/or other college related expenses. Contact Human Services Department for more details.

O. Marie and Tom Scannell VA Bay Pines Nurses or Teachers Scholarship (F) — Established in memory of O. Marie Scannell by her husband, Tom Scannell. This scholarship is intended to provide scholarships to employees (CNAs, LPNs, or others who want to enter the nursing or teaching profession) of Bay Pines VA Hospital in need of financial assistance for attending SPC. Contact Nursing Program Director at SPC Caruth Health Education Center or Director of Education, Bay Pines VA Hospital.

Sel Rel (Self Reliance), Inc. Scholarship (F) — Providing financial assistance to “worthy students of first generation immigrant families who have a genuine need and demonstrated ability to be full time students at St. Petersburg College in any field of study, the Sel Rel Scholarships expect meritorious academic standing. Selection and amount will be determined by the donor and the SPC Foundation.

Jackie Seslar Memorial Scholarship (F) — Established by Deborah Seslar Boyle in tribute to the memory of her beloved mother, Jackie Seslar, this scholarship provides for students in the Women-on-the-Way program (whether male or female) who can demonstrate financial need and is enrolled full or part-time on any campus. Selection will be made by the Director of the Women-on-the-Way program and application should be made to that office.

Commander Daniel N. Sessions U.S. Coast Guard and Philip Charles Levenson Scholarship (F) — First priority will be given to U.S. Coast Guard enlisted personnel, active or retired, and to their children, who attend SPC and demonstrate satisfactory progress toward a degree or certification. The annual award may be used for tuition, books, fees and/or other bona fide college expenses.

Oscar and Yeotle Setzer Scholarship (F) — Established by Robert Setzer, a former SPC music instructor to honor his parents, this scholarship is available to SPC students studying pipe organ. Contact the Foundation for further information.

Fleur de Lis Stannard Nursing Scholarship (F) — Established by William Emerson, SPC Foundation Board Member, and his wife, Jane Stannard Emerson, to honor her mother, Florence (Fleur de lis) Munson Stannard, who was a nurse. This scholarship will assist nursing students at SPC.

Kelly Stadler Animal Lover Scholarship — Established to provide financial assistance to students in the veterinary technology program. Contact the Veterinary Technology Program Director for more details.

Stoeckle Scholarship (F) — Established in the estate of Charles H. and Gladys A. Stoeckle to assist needy persons in obtaining a formal education leading to a degree in nursing. Contact the Nursing Department for more details.

Student Support Services/Brother to Brother Scholarship (F) — This scholarship program supports students in the Brother to Brother program to ensure that participants will stay in school, graduate and learn ways to effectively address life's challenges.

Study Abroad Scholarship (F) — Each Study Abroad Scholarship recipient must be a St. Petersburg College student who has completed at least one term of coursework at SPC or an entering SPC student who intends to continue studies at SPC beyond the term of study abroad. Applicants must also be able to demonstrate financial need.

Senator Donald Sullivan Scholarship (F) — Available to SPC students demonstrating academic and community leadership abilities. Contact the Foundation for further details.

Suncoast Avian Society Grant (F) — Established to provide financial assistance to students enrolled in the Veterinary Technology baccalaureate program and who demonstrates special interest and experience with birds. Contact the Veterinary Technology Dean for more details.

Westminister Suncoast Manor Irving G. Foster Scholarship (F) — Established for employees of Suncoast Manor who are full- or part-time students attending classes at any campus of SPC. This annual scholarship can be used for tuition, books and other bona fide college expenses of the student.

Tampa Bay Police Chiefs Association Scholarship (FAS)— For student who has completed one semester in Criminal Justice Technology with high scholastic standing, leadership qualities. $250 per session. Contact Criminal Justice Technology Program.

Tarpon Springs Campus Golf Classic Scholarship (F) — Established from proceeds of the Golf Classic at Inn isbrook to provide financial assistance to Tarpon Springs Campus students in any field of study. Student must have completed a minimum of 9 semester hours and currently be enrolled in a minimum of 9 semester hours at SPC and have an earned cumulative GPA of 2.5. Contact the Foundation for more information.

Tarpon Springs Memorial Ambulance Fund (F) — Provides financial assistance for the purchase of textbooks for students attending the Tarpon Springs Campus.

James E. Thompson, M.D. and Jane B. Thompson, R.N. Nursing Scholarship (F) — Given by their children in honor of parents, James and Jane Thompson, for new or continuing SPC nursing students who have two years of prior health-care experience. Applicants for the annual scholarship of $2,000 for tuition, books and fees and $2,000 for other bona-fide college expenses must meet minimum SPC College academic standards and demonstrate a success in studies and/or a strong work ethic. Priority for the scholarship will be given to students for whom the financial aid would make the difference in whether or not they would be able to begin or continue their college educations. Preference will be given to applicants from north Pinellas County. Contact the Nursing Program Director for further details.

Dr. John Thompson Memorial Scholarship (F) — This scholarship was established in memory of Dr. John Thompson, a prominent member of the medical community and Rotarian for 48 years, to provide financial assistance to nursing students at SPC.

Earlene and Marvin Tieharra Endowed Music Scholarship (F) — Established to assist worthy students taking at least 1 credit hour in applied music and who are enrolled in a college ensemble such as chorus, band or jazz band. Applicants must be attending SPC for at least 8 credit hours with a GPA of 3.0 and complete an audition with a committee of college music faculty. Applicants should contact the Program Director of Humanities/Fine Arts, St. Petersburg/Gibbs Campus.

Tradewinds Legacy Award (F) — Established in memory of Isabel M. Fortune, this annual scholarship will provide financial assistance to students who are non-executive employees or who are the children or grandchildren of Tradewinds non-executive employees. Applicants must be high school graduates or the equivalent, enrolled in degree-earning classes full or part-time at any campus of SPC. Contact the Foundation for more information.

The Joseph T. Urso Memorial — Established to provide scholarships to full-time SPC music students with financial need attending any campus.

Manuel Valles, Jr. Memorial Endowed Scholarship (F) — Established by the River Foundation, Inc. to honor the life of Mr. Manuel Valles, Jr., this scholarship is available to worthy and needy, full or part-time students who are working toward a career goal through successful completion of an SPC academic, technical or certificate program. An awardee must provide evidence of community service, demonstrate financial need and be of good moral character. Scholarship renewal requires a minimum grade point average of 3.0. Contact the Office of Financial Assistance Services for more information.

Kristie M. Vermillion Scholarship (F) — Established by friends and family in memory of SPC student Kristie M. Vermillion, this scholarship is available for needy students who are seeking a degree in nursing. An essay is required and renewal of the scholarship also requires a 2.5 grade point average.

Veterinary Neuro Services, LLC (F) — Established to provide financial assistance for tuition, fees, books and other college expenses for two worthy St. Petersburg College Veterinary Technology students who demonstrate community service. One of the two recipients must be a current resident of Manatee or Sarasota County, Florida. The recipient must have a current GPA of 3.0 or higher and be seeking an Associate of Arts degree in Veterinary Technology with an interest in nuerology.

Voiture 541-40 and 8 Nurses Training Scholarship (F) — $400 scholarships awarded to full-time students enrolled in an SPC nursing program and taking classes at the Caruth Health Education Center; are Pinellas County high school graduates with a 3.0 GPA and have demonstrated financial need. Contact the Nursing Department for further details.

Freddie Walton Scholarship — The Freddie Walton, Jr. Memorial Scholarship was established by his teacher, Don Davis at SPC. Freddie was destined for high success and a marvelous career in human services when he died suddenly in 1993. The award is $300 endowed annually assisting selected Human Services students to complete their academic work at SPC and to encourage promising students who are committed to a career in which they enable others to put their lives together. The funds will assist such students to concentrate on the education preparation needed to be an effective counselor or advocate.

Waygood Family Foundation (F) — The Waygood Family Foundation Scholarship provides financial assistance to full-time students, in any field of study, at any campus of SPC. Preference will be given to students for whom financial support will make a difference in whether his/her education is continued. The annual award may be used for tuition, books, fees and/or other bona fide college expenses.

Florence C. Weigle Scholarship (F) — Provides financial support for students at St. Petersburg College.

Marjorie G. Welch Endowed Scholarship — Provides financial assistance to part-time students attending classes at the St. Pete/Gibbs campus of SPC, and are enrolled in the Education Program with the goal of working toward a career in teaching. Preference will be given to students with a minimum GPA of 3.0 and for whom financial support will make a difference in whether their education is continued. The annual award may be used for tuition and/or books.

Charlotte Weldner Memorial Scholarship (F) — Established by her family, this scholarship provides $500 annual scholarships for tuition, books or other bona fide college expenses to students studying art (primarily painting) and attending classes at any campus of SPC. The applicant should be a high school or arts school graduate and attending college full or part time, be gifted in the fine arts and maintain a 3.0 GPA.

John J. and Cora S. Whitaker Scholarship (F) — Designated for students attending St. Petersburg College without respect to course of study or financial need.

Father Harry G. Williams Memorial Scholarship (F) — Established in memory of Father Harry Williams, beloved husband of former SPC Program Director Trudy Williams, this scholarship will be awarded to a “deserving student in the college’s Interpreter Training Program.”

Winn-Dixie Stores, Inc. — For full- or part-time Winn-Dixie employees, $250. Write Tampa Division, P.O. Box 440, Tampa FL 33601.

Women of Strength Scholarship (F) — For students in the Maternal and Child Service Program who maintain at least a 2.0 (C) average as a full-time or part-time student, this scholarship provides for tuition and books. Applications should be made to the St. Petersburg College Foundation.

Irene and Ben Yager Endowed Scholarship in Nursing (F) — The purpose of this scholarship is to provide financial assistance for tuition, fees, books and/or other bona fide college expenses for worthy and needy St. Petersburg College students; the student must be able to demonstrate financial need, demonstrate a commitment to complete a degree program in Nursing and maintain a 3.0 or higher grade point average to continue receiving the scholarship.

Congressman C. W. "Bill" Young Scholarship (F) — Established to honor Congressman C. W. “Bill” Young, the scholarship will provide funds to students with a minimum of a 3.0 GPA and in need of financial assistance who are attending classes full- or part-time, in any field of study, at any campus of SPC. Applicants should demonstrate leadership qualities and community volunteerism. These $1,500 scholarships are per academic year and can be used for tuition, books, fees and/or other bona fide college expenses of the student.

Zonta Club of Upper Pinellas-Callie Grill Memorial Scholarship (F) — In honor of a “beloved member,” the Zonta Club of Upper Pinellas established this $1,500 scholarship, to provide tuition, books, course fee expenses and/or other bona-fide college expenses to Women-on-the-Way students. The applicant in financial need may be full or part-time and demonstrate academic promise in the applicant’s chosen field at an upper Pinellas County SPC campus. Consideration also may be given to students who demonstrate involvement in public affairs or community activities. Applicants should contact the Director of the Women-on-the-Way Program, Clearwater Campus.

Additional scholarships also are available, including scholarships provided through the U.S. Armed Forces. For complete information on scholarships or other forms of financial assistance, contact any SPC campus Scholarships and Student Financial Assistance office.

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