SPRING SEMESTER SCHOLARSHIPS
A variety of scholarships are available to Blue Ridge Community and Technical College students through the Blue Ridge Community and Technical College Foundation, based on financial need and academic achievement. The table below lists scholarship categories – you can review full details of the scholarships available by clicking the categories or scroll down this page.
The application process:
- Complete the FAFSA 24-25 Application
- Complete the Blue Ridge CTC Foundation Application:
Click Here to Complete Online
Click Here to Print Application - Include a brief personal statement with your application (ie: college and career goals and any information you would like to share with the scholarship committee).
- Attach any other forms or essays required by the scholarship details (shown below and also on the printable application).
Applications can be submitted in person, emailed, or mailed to BRCTC Foundation, 13650 Apple Harvest Drive, Martinsburg, WV 25403.
Applications Due by October 28, 2024 for spring scholarship awards.
For questions, contact the Blue Ridge CTC Foundation:
Phone: 304.260.4380 ext. 2410
Email: foundation@blueridgectc.edu
Text: 304-443-5835
Agribusiness Scholarships
Farm Credit Agribusiness Scholarship
Applications Due by October 28th
The Farm Credit Foundation for Agricultural Advancement was founded in 2015, as part of Farm Credit’s 2016 centennial celebration, and is funded by MidAtlantic Farm Credit. This Agribusiness Scholarship award for the academic year, totals $10,000 to be equally divided between five Agribusiness students for the fall 2020 and spring 2021 semesters.
CRITERIA:
- Applicant must have at least a 2.5 grade point average.
- Applicant must demonstrate financial need
- Applicant must reside in the Horizon Farm Credit’s territory made up of the following states/counties:
- Delaware: all counties
- Pennsylvania: all counties
- Maryland: Baltimore, Carroll, Caroline, Cecil, Dorchester, Frederick, Harford, Howard, Kent, Montgomery, Queen Anne’s, Somerset, Talbot, Washington, Wicomico, Worcester
- West Virginia: Berkeley, Brooke, Hancock, Jefferson, Morgan, Marshall, Ohio
- Virginia: Accomack, Clarke, Frederick, Northampton, Page, Shenandoah, Warren
- Applicant must submit a typed personal statement about how the scholarship will help them achieve their college and career goals.
Any Degree Program Scholarships
Raymond B. & Susan M. Benzinger Scholarship
Applications Due by October 28th
The Raymond B. & Susan M. Benzinger Scholarship was established in January 2016 by Raymond B. and Susan M. Benzinger. The total scholarship award is $2,000.00 per academic year. The award will be made in the form of one $1,000 award in the fall semester and one $1,000 award in the spring semester. A student may receive up to two awards from this scholarship.
CRITERIA:
- Applicant must have at least a 2.0 grade point average
- Applicant can be in any degree program
- Applicant must have completed at least 2 semesters of study at Blue Ridge CTC
- Applicant must demonstrate financial need
- Applicant must submit a typed personal statement about how the scholarship will help them achieve their college and career goals.
Encova Scholars Scholarship
Applications Due by October 28th
This annually funded scholarship was established in January 2016 by the Encova Foundation. The Encova scholarship will be awarded to students enrolled at Blue Ridge CTC, meeting the following criteria.
CRITERIA:
- Applicants must maintain a minimum of 2.5 grade point average.
- Applicants may be pursuing any major; however, preference shall be given for applicants majoring in math, nursing or education.
- Applicants must be enrolled as a fulltime student.
- Applicants must meet one of the following:
- Applicants who demonstrate financial need.
- Applicants whose parents reside in the State of West Virginia, and whose parents have either permanent total disability or have passed away from a work-related injury.
- Applicants whose parents or grandparents are employees of Encova Mutual Insurance Company, a West Virginia insurance corporation.
- Application must include the Encova Scholars Scholarship Form – you may print the form at the link below or complete this form as part of the online application.
M. Douglas Harlan Memorial Scholarship
Applications Due by October 28th
This scholarship is awarded by Blue Ridge CTC and is open to female two-year degree-seeking students who have at least a 2.0 G.P.A. and are enrolled full-time. It is based on financial need and is renewable. It is not awarded for summer sessions. A female Head of Household who exhibits financial need per FAFSA may receive up to $1000 per year.
This scholarship is also available to full-time staff for half the cost of books, or a maximum of $100 per year if the employee is not eligible for other funds, such as Staff Development.
CRITERIA:
- Female, Head of Household
- Minimum GPA of 2.0
- Enrolled as a fulltime student.
- Demonstrate financial need.
Career Advancement Scholarship
Leatherman Trades and Industry Scholarship
Applications Due by October 28th
The Leatherman Family scholarship was established in September 2019 by Lynn Leatherman and Lyndsey Matschat to serve students pursuing a Career Advancement Certificate. The total scholarship award is $1,000.00 per academic year. The award will be made in the form of one $500 award in the fall semester and one $500 award in the spring semester. A student may receive up to two awards from this scholarship.
CRITERIA:
- Pursuing a Career Advancement Certificate
- Demonstrate Financial Need
- A typed personal statement explaining how the scholarship will help them achieve their career goals.
Culinary Arts Scholarships
Jefferson County CEOS Foundation Scholarship
Applications Due by October 28th
This scholarship is being established through Blue Ridge Community and Technical College and funded by the Jefferson County Community Educational Outreach Service Special Funds in an effort to give a US citizen of Jefferson County, West Virginia, financial help. The person’s desire must be to better their abilities by increasing their education, working skills and employability within the Eastern Panhandle of West Virginia. Through this effort on their part, they will be able to have a better chance to have a better life for themselves and/or their family. No discrimination as to age or gender will be made.
CRITERIA:
- US Citizen of Jefferson County, WV
- Financial Need
- Preference given first to Health Related Programs and second to Culinary Arts
- GPA 3.0 or higher (no lower than 2.0)
- Complete the below JCCEOS Information Sheet along with application
Culinary Arts Scholarships
Applications Due by October 28th
Additional Culinary Arts Scholarships are available. Please submit an application.
Education Scholarship
Guttmann Family Early Childhood Education Development Scholarship
Applications Due by October 28th
The Guttmann Family Scholarship was established in August of 2017 by Elaine and Paul Guttmann. The total scholarship award is $3,000.00 per academic year. The award will be made in the form of two $750 awards in the fall semester and two $750 awards in the spring semester. A student may receive up to two awards from this scholarship.
CRITERIA:
- Applicant must have at least a 2.0 grade point average
- Applicant must have completed at least 2 semesters of study at Blue Ridge CTC in the Early Childhood Education Development Program
- Applicant must demonstrate financial need
- Applicant must submit a typed personal statement about how the scholarship will help them achieve their college and career goal
Math 100/100A Scholarship
Ida Elizabeth Hendricks Scholarship
Applications Due by October 28th
Mrs. Ida Elizabeth Hendricks served her students and the community as the Coordinator of Developmental Mathematics Education at both Shepherd University and Blue Ridge CTC. In honor of her long service and commitment, Mr. William Hendricks created a scholarship for developmental mathematics education during the spring semester of their application. Application requirements include grade selectivity, a letter of recommendation, and a personal essay.
CRITERIA:
- Successfully completed Math 100 and registered for Math 100A
- Financial Need
Nursing Scholarships
Jefferson County CEOS Foundation Scholarship
Applications Due by October 28th
This scholarship is being established through Blue Ridge Community and Technical College and funded by the Jefferson County Community Educational Outreach Service Special Funds in an effort to give a US citizen of Jefferson County, West Virginia, financial help. The person’s desire must be to better their abilities by increasing their education, working skills and employability within the Eastern Panhandle of West Virginia. Through this effort on their part, they will be able to have a better chance to have a better life for themselves and/or their family. No discrimination as to age or gender will be made.
CRITERIA:
- US Citizen of Jefferson County, WV
- Financial Need
- Preference given first to Health Related Programs and second to Culinary Arts
- GPA 3.0 or higher (no lower than 2.0)
- Complete the below JCCEOS Information Sheet along with application
S. Dallas Cooley Scholarship
Applications Due by October 28th
Mr. Cooley established this scholarship to fund awards for nursing students from the South Branch area. South Branch nursing students must be in their second year of studies and must have completed their first year with above-average grades.
CRITERIA:
- Nursing students
- South Branch area
- Second year of studies
- Completed first year with above-average grades
District VI Nurses scholarship
Applications Due by October 28th
This scholarship was established to provide support for nursing students. The scholarship is designated for high school graduates of District VI of the West Virginia Nurses Association with a 3.0 G.P.A. and displaying financial need.
CRITERIA:
- Nursing students
- High school graduates of district VI of the West Virginia Nurses Association
- GPA 3.0
- Financial need
Parsons Scholarship
Applications Due by October 28th
Established in memory of Jean Parsons to honor her career in nursing. Designated for nursing majors with financial need.
Ernest House, Jr and Gladys V. Houser
Applications Due by October 28th
Gladys Houser was a registered nurse employed by Charles Town General Hospital for 45 years. She helped to establish the first intensive care unit at Jefferson Memorial Hospital. This scholarship is designated for nursing majors with preference to West Virginia residents.
Virginia Lowe Ramsburg Memorial Scholarship
Applications Due by October 28th
In honor of her sister, Betty Lowe endowed the scholarship. Virginia was a nurse and longtime Shepherdstown resident. This scholarship is available to residents of West Virginia admitted into the nursing program and are chosen by the Nursing Department’s Scholarship Committee.
Leonard J. McCormack Endowment for Nursing
Applications Due by October 28th
Established in 1999 by L. J. McCormack of Clearbrook, VA, this scholarship is for the support of nursing awards and programming. This scholarship honors Mr. McCormack’s wife. The McCormack endowment will fund several substantial scholarships annually and recipients are selected by the Nursing Department. Financial need as determined by the FAFSA.
The Opportunity Scholarship
Applications Due by October 28th
The Opportunity Scholarship was established in 2018 to have a significant impact on students in the STEM programming and Nursing. The award will pay for all tuition/fees not covered by existing grants and will include a $500 textbook voucher.
CRITERIA:
- Degree-seeking student in one of the following STEM programs: Mechatronics, Engineering Technology, Plastics Engineering Technology, Cyber Security and Applied Laboratory Technician and Nursing.
- Applicant must have a 2.5 GPA
- Applicant must demonstrate financial need
- Applicant must have completed at least two semesters of study in the qualifying majors, at Blue Ridge CTC
- Applicant must submit a typed personal statement about how the scholarship will help them achieve their college and career goals.
- Applicant must be a resident of West Virginia
STEM Program Scholarship
The Opportunity Scholarship
Applications Due by October 28th
The Opportunity Scholarship was established in 2018 to have a significant impact on students in the STEM programming majors of: Mechatronics, Engineering Technology, Plastics Engineering Technology, Cyber Security and Applied Laboratory Technician. The award will pay for all tuition/fees not covered by existing grants and will include a $500 textbook voucher.
CRITERIA:
- Degree-seeking student in one of the following STEM programs: Mechatronics, Engineering Technology, Plastics Engineering Technology, Cyber Security and Applied Laboratory Technician
- Applicant must have a 2.5 GPA
- Applicant must demonstrate financial need
- Applicant must have completed at least two semesters of study in the qualifying majors, at Blue Ridge CTC
- Applicant must submit a typed personal statement about how the scholarship will help them achieve their college and career goals.
- Applicant must be a resident of West Virginia
Textbook Scholarships
FirstEnergy Foundation STEM Textbook Scholarship
Applications Due by October 28th
The FirstEnergy Foundation STEM textbook voucher scholarship award is $2,000 per academic year. The award will be disbursed in the form of five, $200 textbook vouchers in the fall semester and five, $200 textbook vouchers in the spring semester. This award will focus on students enrolled in STEM based programs in the Workforce, Engineering and Technology department.
CRITERIA:
- Applicant must have at least a 2.5 grade point average.
- Applicant must demonstrate financial need
- Applicant must submit a typed personal statement about how the scholarship will help them achieve their college and career goals.
Ring Container Technologies STEM Textbook Scholarship
Applications Due by October 28th
Ring Container Technologies STEM textbook voucher scholarship award is $500 per academic year. The award will be disbursed in the form of five, $100 textbook vouchers in the fall semester and five, $100 textbook vouchers in the spring semester. This award will focus on students enrolled in STEM based programs in the Workforce, Engineering, and Technology department.
CRITERIA:
- Applicant must have at least a 2.5 grade point average.
- Applicant must submit a typed personal statement about how the scholarship will help them achieve their college and career goals.
Guttmann Family Textbook Scholarship
Applications Due by October 28th
The Guttmann Family Scholarship was established in August of 2017 by Elaine and Paul Guttmann. The total textbook voucher scholarship award is $1,000.00 per academic year. The award will be disbursed in the form of five $100 textbook vouchers in the fall semester and five $100 textbook vouchers in the spring semester.
CRITERIA:
- Applicant must have at least a 2.0 grade point average
- Applicant must have completed at least 2 semesters of study at Blue Ridge CTC in any major.
- Applicant must demonstrate financial need
- Applicant must submit a typed personal statement about how the scholarship will help them achieve their college and career goals.