| Barnhardt Family Endowed Scholarship |
$1000 |
Curriculum |
Full-time or Part-time |
In 2010, the scholarship was created by the generosity of Caleb and Lorene Barnhardt for students enrolled in Accounting, Business Administration, or Early Childhood Education programs at South Piedmont Community College.
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To be eligible, students must:
- Be a Union County resident
- Have completed 6 hours of curriculum credit
- Possess a GPA of 2.5 or greater
Awards are distributed as follows:
- Amount of each award is $1,000
- Three awards in the Fall Semester 2023
- Three awards in the Spring Semester 2024
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| Ben and Dot Williams Memorial Endowed Scholarship |
$500 |
Curriculum |
Full-time or Part-time |
In 2010, the scholarship was created by the generosity of John and Julie Hendley and Ben and Carol Williams in memory of their parents, Ben and Dot Williams. The scholarship is for students enrolled in a degree or diploma program at South Piedmont Community College.
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To be eligible, students must:
- Demonstrate a financial need
Preference is given to Anson and Union County residents.
Awards are distributed as follows:
- Amount of each award is $500
- One award in the Fall Semester 2023
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| Ben and Lillian Gray Rivers Endowed Scholarship |
$500 |
Curriculum |
Full-time |
In 1999, the scholarship was created by the generosity of Dr. and Mrs. Charles Allen in memory of her parents, Ben and Lillian Rivers. The scholarship is for full-time students enrolled in Business Administration, Criminal Justice, or Early Childhood Education programs at South Piedmont Community College.
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To be eligible, students must:
- Be an Anson or adjoining county resident
- Have completed one semester of study
- Possess a GPA of 3.0 or greater
Preference is given to students pursuing an Associate Degree.
Awards are distributed as follows:
- Amount of each award is $500
- Three awards in the Fall Semester 2023
- Three awards in the Spring Semester 2024
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| Braswell Ambassador |
$N/A |
Either |
Full-time or Part-time |
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Created through the generosity of the James R. and Bronnie L. Braswell Trust. The Scholarship awards enthusiastic and personable students who serve as ambassadors for the SPCC Foundation at various fundraising and donor events. Scholarship is reoccurring each semester dependent upon meeting criteria.
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30 hours documented Foundation service/semester FT (15 hours for PT). Applicant must submit a faculty letter of recommendation. Minimum 3.0 cumulative G.P.A. each semester. Preference to students who do not qualify for financial aid.
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| Breanna Rae Ringersen Scholarship |
$500 |
Continuing Education |
N/A |
In 2019, the scholarship was created by the generosity of Craig and Loreen Ringersen to honor the memory of their daughter, Breanna Rae, who was an honorary graduate of the Basic Law Enforcement Training program at South Piedmont Community College. The scholarship is for students enrolled in the Basic Law Enforcement Training program at South Piedmont.
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To be eligible, students must:
- Be a Union County resident
Awards are distributed as follows:
- Amount of each award is $500
- One award in the Fall Semester 2023
- One award in the Spring Semester 2024
The award can be used to cover tuition, books, fees, and program-
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| Brownette S. McLeod Nursing Endowed Scholarship |
$500 |
Curriculum |
Full-time |
In 2003, the scholarship was created by the generosity of J.D. McLeod for students enrolled in a Health and Nursing program at South Piedmont Community College.
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To be eligible, students must:
- Be a full-time student
- Have completed one semester of study
- Possess a GPA of 3.0 or greater
Preference is given to students in Anson County, who are enrolled in the Practical Nursing program.
Awards are distributed as follows:
- Amount of the award is $500
- One award in the Fall 2023 Semester
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| Carpenter Healthcare Endowed Scholarship |
$500 |
Curriculum |
Full-time or Part-time |
In 2010, the scholarship was created by the generosity of Mr. Frank Carpenter, who was the founder and the first President of State Utility Contractors, Inc. in Monroe, for students enrolled in the Associate Degree in Nursing program.
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To be eligible, students must:
- Be a Union County resident
- Have completed one semester of study
- Possess a GPA of 2.5 or greater
Awards are distributed as follows:
- Amount of each award is $500
- Ten awards in the Fall 2023 Semester
- Ten awards in the Spring 2024 Semester
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| Catherine Elizabeth Covington Memorial Endowed Scholarship |
$500 |
Either |
Full-time or Part-time |
In 2006, the scholarship was created by the generosity of Steve and Anne Covington Leary to honor the memory of Catherine Elizabeth Covington, the granddaughter of Mrs. Leary. The scholarship is for all Curriculum and Continuing Education students at South Piedmont Community College.
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To be eligible, Curriculum students must:
- Have completed one semester of study
- Possess a GPA of 3.0 or greater; or
To be eligible, Continuing Education students must:
- Be registered for a minimum of 20 hours of Continuing Education, leading toward a career certification
Preference is given to Anson County residents.
Awards are distributed as follows:
- Amount of each award is $500
- One award in the Fall Semester 2023
- One award in the Spring Semester 2024
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| Charlotte Pipe and Foundry Endowed Scholarship |
$500 |
Either |
Full-time or Part-time |
In 2010, the scholarship was created by the generosity of the Dowd Foundation to support all Curriculum or Career-Related Continuing Education students at South Piedmont Community College.
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Preference is given to current employees and children of current Charlotte Pipe and Foundry employees and applicants with a GPA of 2.5 or greater.
Awards are distributed as follows:
- Amount of each award is $500
- Eleven awards in the Fall Semester 2023
- Eleven awards in the Spring Semester 2024
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| Dr. Jerry McGee Endowed Scholarship |
$500 |
Curriculum |
Full-time or Part-time |
In 2017, the scholarship was created by Dr. Jerry E. McGee, who served as President of South Piedmont Community College from March 2016 to December 2016. This scholarship is for students enrolled in a Curriculum program at South Piedmont.
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To be eligible, Curriculum students must:
- Be an Anson or Union County resident
- Have completed one semester of study
- Possess a GPA of 2.5 or greater
- Demonstrate a financial need
Awards are distributed as follows:
- Amount of the award is $500
- Two awards in the Fall Semester 2023
- One award in the Spring Semester 2024
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| Dr. John McKay Presidential Endowment |
$500 |
Curriculum |
Full-time or Part-time |
In 2017, the scholarship was created by the Board of Trustees and Board of Directors of the South Piedmont Community College Foundation to honor Dr. John McKay for his lifelong commitment to higher education. Dr. McKay served as President of South Piedmont Community College from June 2003 to June 2011. The scholarship is for students enrolled in a Curriculum program at South Piedmont.
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To be eligible, Curriculum students must:
- Be Anson or Union County resident
- Have completed one semester of study
- Possess a GPA of 3.0 or greater
Awards are distributed as follows:
- Amount of the award is $500
- One award in the Fall Semester 2023
- One award in the Spring Semester 2024
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| Freedom Endowed Scholarship |
$500 |
Continuing Education |
N/A |
In 2020, the scholarship was created by the generosity of donors to the 2019 South Piedmont Community College Clay Shoot Classic for students enrolled in all Continuing Education programs at South Piedmont.
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To be eligible, students must
- Be a Veteran or active service member
Awards are distributed as follows:
- Amount of each award is $500
- One award in the Fall Semester 2023
- One award in the Spring Semester 2024
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| Hoyle W. Lee Endowed Scholarship |
$500 |
Curriculum |
N/A |
In 1998, the scholarship was established by the generosity of the Hilda W. Lee and the Lee family for full-time students enrolled in the Health Sciences and Nursing programs, including Health Information Technology, Medical Assisting, Medical Sonography, Medical Transcription, Practical Nursing, Surgical Technology, and Therapeutic Massage programs at South Piedmont Community College.
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To be eligible, students must:
- Be an Anson or adjoining county resident
- Maintain a GPA of 2.5 or higher
Preference is given to students in the Practical Nursing program.
Awards are distributed as follows:
- Amount of each award is $500
- One award in the Fall Semester 2023
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| James A. Hardison, Jr. Endowed Scholarship |
$500 |
Curriculum |
Full-time |
In 1999, the scholarship was created by the South Piedmont Community College Board of Trustees to honor James Hardison, Jr., a civic leader and charter member of the College’s Board of Trustees. The scholarship is for full-time students enrolled in the Business Administration program at South Piedmont.
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To be eligible, students must:
- Be an Anson County resident
- Completed one semester of study
- Possess a GPA of 3.0 or greater
Preference is given to students pursuing an Associate degree.
Awards are distributed as follows:
- Amount of each award is $500
- Five awards in the Fall Semester 2023
- Four awards in the Spring Semester 2024
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| James Bushong Memorial Scholarship |
$250 |
Curriculum |
Full-time or Part-time |
In 2012, the scholarship was created by the generosity of Rufus and Beverly Getzen to honor the memory of James Bushong, Mrs. Getzen’s father. The scholarship is for students enrolled in the Science, Math, Engineering, or Technology programs at South Piedmont Community College.
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To be eligible, students must:
- Be an Anson County resident
- Be enrolled in a minimum of 6 semester hours
- Have completed one semester of study
- Maintain a GPA of 2.5 or greater
Awards are distributed as follows:
- Amount of each award is $250
- Seven awards in the Fall Semester 2023
- Seven awards in the Spring Semester 2024
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| Jane and Paul Gettinger Scholarship |
$1000 |
Curriculum |
Full-time or Part-time |
In 2020, the scholarship was created by the generosity of Jane and Paul Gettinger for students enrolled in the Associate Degree Nursing, Practical Nursing or Nursing Assistant program at South Piedmont Community College.
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To be eligible, students must:
- Maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0 or greater
- Demonstrate a financial need
Awards are distributed as follows:
- Amount of each award is $1,000
- One award in the Fall Semester 2023
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| Jane E. Montgomery Memorial Scholarship |
$250 |
Curriculum |
Full-time or Part-time |
In 2015, the scholarship was created by the generosity of Paul Montgomery and the Montgomery Family to honor Jane E. Montgomery. The scholarship is for students enrolled in an Associate Degree program at South Piedmont Community College.
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To be eligible, students must:
- Be an Anson County resident
- Maintain a minimum GPA of 2.5 or greater
- Demonstrate a financial need
Awards are distributed as follows:
- Amount of each award is $250
- One award in the Fall Semester 2023
- One award in the Spring Semester 2024
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| LAWA (Latin Americans Working for Achievement) Scholarship |
$1000 |
Curriculum |
Full-time |
This program consists of a series of workshops for high school students and their parents to provide guidance and informational resources to encourage Latino and other minority teenagers to successfully complete high school and pursue a higher education.
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LAWA designates one yearly scholarship in the amount of $1,000 to be assigned to a full-time student attending SPCC for two consecutive years, as long as the student maintains a 3.0 GPA.
Contact: Ana Silva Rey
LAWA Executive Director
arey@lawanc.org
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| Margie and J.B. Watson Endowed Scholarship |
$500 |
Curriculum |
Full-time or Part-time |
In 2008, the scholarship was created by the partners of J.B. Watson & Company to honor the memory of Margie and J.B. Watson, a former South Piedmont Community College Board of Trustee member. The scholarship is for students enrolled in a Curriculum program at South Piedmont.
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To be eligible, students must:
- Be an Anson County resident
- Have completed one semester of study
- Possess a GPA of 2.5 or greater
- Demonstrate a financial need
Awards are distributed as follows:
- Amount of each award is $500
- One award in the Fall Semester 2023
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| Maureen DeVitto Memorial Endowed Scholarship |
$500 |
Curriculum |
Full-time or Part-time |
In 2013, the scholarship was created by the generosity of John DeVitto to honor the memory of his wife Maureen DeVitto, a former nurse. The scholarship is for students enrolled in the Associate in Nursing or Practical Nursing program at South Piedmont Community College.
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Preference given to students who:
- Are an Anson or Union County resident
- Have completed one semester of study
- Possess a GPA of 3.0 or greater
Awards are distributed as follows:
- Amount of each award is $500
- One award in the Fall Semester 2023
- One award in the Spring Semester 2024
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| Pilot Club of Monroe Criminal Justice Scholarship |
$500 |
Curriculum |
6+ semester hours |
In 2016, the scholarship was created by the generosity of the Pilot Club of Monroe for students enrolled in the Criminal Justice degree program at South Piedmont Community College.
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To be eligible, students must:
- Maintain a minimum of 6 credit hours
- Have completed one semester of study
- Possess a GPA of 2.5 or greater
- Demonstrate a financial need
Awards are distributed as follows:
- Amount of each award is $500
- One award in the Fall Semester 2023
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| Pilot Club of Monroe Scholarship |
$1000 |
Curriculum |
6+ semester hours |
In 2009, the scholarship was created by the generosity of the Pilot Club of Monroe for students enrolled in the Special Education Concentration of the Early Childhood, Special Education program at South Piedmont Community College.
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To be eligible, students must:
- Be enrolled in a minimum of 6 credit hours
- Have completed one semester of study
- Possess a GPA of 2.5 or greater
Awards are distributed as follows:
- Amount of each award is $1,000
- Two awards in the Fall Semester 2023
- One awards in the Spring Semester 2024
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| Robert and Jewell Lee Endowed Scholarship |
$500 |
Curriculum |
Full-time or Part-time |
In 2008, the scholarship was created by the generosity of Robert and Jewell Lee for students enrolled in a Curriculum program at South Piedmont Community College.
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Preference given to students who are:
- Be an Anson County resident
- Have completed one semester of study
- Possess a GPA of 2.5 or greater
- Demonstrate a financial need
Awards are distributed as follows:
- Amount of each award is $500
- One award in the Fall Semester 2023
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| Robert D. and Jewell H. Lee Endowed Scholarship for Healthcare |
$500 |
Curriculum |
Full-time or Part-time |
In 2008, the scholarship was created by the generosity of Robert and Jewell Lee for students pursing a degree in Healthcare at South Piedmont Community College.
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Preference is given to students who are:
- Be an Anson County resident
- Have completed one semester of study
- Possess a GPA of 2.5 or greater
- Demonstrate a financial need
Awards are distributed as follows:
- Amount of each award is $500
- One award in the Fall Semester 2023
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| Rufus Thomas Getzen Memorial Scholarship |
$250 |
Either |
Full-time or Part-time |
Established by Beverley Getzen of Wadesboro to honor the memory of her husband, Rufus Thomas Getzen. Awards funds for tuition, fees, textbooks and required course supplies to Curriculum or Continuing Education SPCC students.
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To be eligible, Curriculum students must:
- Maintain a GPA of 2.5 or greater
- Demonstrate a financial need
To eligible, Continuing Education students must:
- Have a grade of S – satisfactory on any Continuing Education course, which appears on the student’s transcript
- Demonstrate a financial need
Preference is given to Anson County residents.
Awards are distributed as follows:
- Amount of each award is $250
- Five awards in the Fall Semester 2023
- Five awards in the Spring Semester 2024
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| State Utility Contractors Endowed Scholarship |
$500 |
Either |
Full-time or Part-time |
In 2006, the scholarship was created by the generosity of State Utility Contractors, Inc. for students enrolled at South Piedmont Community College who in reside in Union and surrounding counties.
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Awards are distributed as follows:
- Amount of each award is $500
- Two awards in the Fall Semester 2023
- Two awards in the Spring Semester 2024
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| W. Cliff Martin Endowed Scholarship |
$500 |
Either |
Full-time or Part-time |
In 1999, the scholarship was created by the South Piedmont Community College Board of Trustees to honor W. Cliff Martin, Polkton Mayor and a charter member of the College’s Board of Trustees. The scholarship is for full-time students enrolled in a Curriculum program at South Piedmont.
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To be eligible, students must:
- Be an Anson County resident
- Maintain a GPA of 3.0 or greater
Preference is given to Polkton residents.
Awards are distributed as follows:
- Amount of each award is $500
- Three awards in the Fall Semester 2023
- Two awards in the Spring Semester 2024
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| William Dunlap Covington Endowed Scholarship |
$500 |
Curriculum |
Full-time |
In 1999, the scholarship was created by the generosity of Anne Covington Leary to honor the memory of her husband, Dunnie Covington. The scholarship is for full-time students enrolled in the Business Administration Associate Degree program at South Piedmont Community College.
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To be eligible, students must:
- Be an Anson County or adjoining county resident
- Be a second-year student
- Possess a GPA of 3.0 or greater
Awards are distributed as follows:
- Amount of each award is $500
- One award in the Fall Semester 2023
- One award in the Spring Semester 2024
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