General Scholarship

General Scholarship Application

PURPOSE:
The Community Programs Department scholarship program is made possible through the generous donations of community members who support the Cuesta College Foundation. The purpose of this program is to assist those economically disadvantaged to participate in enrichment programs and classes offered by the College’s Community Programs Department.

ELIGIBILITY:
    1. Participant/Student must be a resident of San Luis Obispo County
    2. Scholarships will be awarded depending on funds available, the number of applicants, and the cost of the 
        class the scholarship would be used for
    3. Scholarships will not cover class material fees or parking

SCHOLARSHIP AWARD PROCESS:
    1. Scholarships are awarded on the basis of need and fund availability
    2. Application must be COMPLETELY filled out and signed by applicant
    3. Applications will be reviewed by Scholarship Awards Committee
    4. If you are awarded a scholarship, the amount of the scholarship will be “credited” in your name for use
        towards the registration of a FUTURE class (not currently enrolled or past activities)
    5. If you are concerned about a specific class filling up, we recommend that you pre-register for that class and
        use the scholarship towards a class that is less likely to fill
    6. Scholarships have no cash/refund value and are valid only for activity number noted in application

Participant: Explain in your own words why you want to attend this program and what you expect to gain from the experience

Participant/Parent/Guardian: Describe any special circumstances that exist and explain your need for a scholarship

(information provided is kept confidential).

Participant/Parent/Guardian: Describe how you will help promote the classes, workshops, and activities offered by Community Programs

Participant/Parent/Guardian: Would you still be able to participate in this activity if the request is only partially fulfilled.

Please explain.