Private Donor Scholarships

These scholarships are established and funded for ICC students by individuals, businesses, industries, or organizations.  The criteria and dollar amount for these scholarships vary according to the donations and specifications of the donor.  Interested applicants should read the requirements and application procedures for each scholarship.  All applicants will be rated and chosen by the ICC scholarship selection committee.  Deadline for application for Private Donor Scholarships is April 1.

James Anthony Textbook Scholarship

Established in memory of James Anthony, this scholarship is awarded to graduates of Tremont High School who have been awarded another scholarship to Itawamba Community College, but have not been awarded a full Pell Grant. The $50 per semester scholarship is renewable contingent upon continued renewal of the Itawamba Community College scholarship. Applications may be obtained from any member of the James Anthony Textbook Scholarship Board or by contacting the Guidance Office at Tremont High School. Deadline for application: April 1.

BellSouth Scholarship

The BellSouth Scholarship was established as part of a strategic BellSouth initiative to enhance educational opportunities for Mississippians. Three scholarships of $500 annually ($250 per semester) are designated for qualified recipients. Selection will be based on academic potential and financial need together with a 2.5 GPA. The recipients must be full-time students who maintain a 2.5 GPA in order to retain eligibility for the scholarship. Interested applicants should contact the Director of Student Recruitment and Scholarships by April 1.

PFC Brandon Lee Ashley Memorial Scholarship

This $500 scholarship to Itawamba Community College, given by the family of Brandon Ashley, will be awarded to an Itawamba Agricultural High School senior who wishes to attend Itawamba Community College. Applications are available from the IAHS Guidance Counselor in the spring.

Association of Purchasing Managers Scholarship

The Magnolia Chapter of the Mississippi Association of Purchasing Managers in cooperation with ICC will award a $2,000 scholarship to an incoming freshman. The recipient should have career interest in purchasing or another field related to business administration. Selection will be based on grade point average of 2.5 on a basis of 4.0, financial need, leadership qualities and character. The recipient will be selected by the scholarship committee of the purchasing association. It will be for a two-year period provided the student maintains a major in the field of business, a 2.5 grade point average and enrollment in at least 12 hours per semester. Interested applicants should contact the Director of Student Recruitment and Scholarships by April 1.

Dr. Norman Beam Scholarship

The $100 scholarship in memory of Dr. Beam is presented annually by the executive board of Itawamba Association of Educators to a deserving student majoring in education. Interested applicants should contact the Director of Student Recruitment and Scholarships by April 1.

Berkline Scholarship

Berkline has made available this scholarship for the children or step-children of their employees. Awards are made based on ACT and grade point average. Interested applicants should contact the Director of Student Recruitment and Scholarships by April 1.

Board of Trustees Scholarship

The Board of Trustees of Itawamba Community College has designated this scholarship for deserving students entering Itawamba Community College. Interested applicants should contact the Director of Student Recruitment and Scholarships by April 1.

D.A.R.E. Officers Association of Mississippi Scholarship

This scholarship will be awarded to one senior in the Itawamba County School District area that has participated in the D.A.R.E. program by assisting the county D.A.R.E. officer in serving as a mentor in promoting the abstinence of drugs and alcohol to the elementary and middle schools in its district. To obtain information or pick up a portfolio of required materials, contact the county D.A.R.E. officer or high school Guidance Department. Deadline for application: March 1.

Delta International Scholarship

The scholarship is designated by Delta International for the children of Delta employees. Interested applicants should contact the Director of Student Recruitment and Scholarships by April 1.

Delta Kappa Gamma Scholarship

This scholarship of $200 is established by the local chapter of the Delta Kappa Gamma Society. It is awarded to one sophomore, who must be preparing to teach, on the basis of scholastic record, all-around ability, professional intent and financial need. Interested applicants should contact a local chapter representative in either Pontotoc, Chickasaw or Lee county.

Dr. Walker Dempsey Foundation Scholarship

This $2,000 scholarship will be given to students enrolled in Allied Health who reside in Colbert and Franklin counties in Alabama or Tishomingo and Itawamba counties in Mississippi. Students must agree to one year of employment in Northwest Alabama Health Care Authority (upon graduation, if position available). Interested applicants should contact the Director of Student Recruitment and Scholarships on the Fulton Campus by April 15.

Dexter Digby Scholarship

This scholarship which is given by the family and friends of Dexter Digby will be awarded annually to a student from Itawamba County. A committee chooses the student. This scholarship in the amount of $200 for one school year will be awarded annually to an entering freshman at Itawamba Community College. Interested applicants should contact the Director of Student Recruitment and Scholarships by April 1

District One Retired Teachers Association Scholarship

The District One Retired Teachers Association will award a $100 scholarship to a needy student majoring in education. Interested applicants should contact the Director of Student Recruitment and Scholarships by April 1.

Laticia Dulaney Memorial Scholarship

This $500 scholarship is open to any IAHS graduating senior who wishes to attend Itawamba Community College. This scholarship is given in memory of Laticia Dulaney. Applications for are available from the IAHS Guidance Counselor in the spring.

Express Personnel Services Scholarship

This scholarship of $500 is available for the fall semester. Criteria include academic standing and need. Interested applicants should contact the Director of Student Recruitment and Scholarships by April 1.

Fairview Scholarship

The scholarship is awarded by the Fairview Memorial Scholarship Fund Committee annually to an entering Itawamba Community College freshman who lives in the Fairview Community and who attended Fairview Junior High School. This scholarship is equal to one semester's tuition. Interested applicants should contact Itawamba Agricultural High School or Tremont High School.

Claude Faulkner Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship of $150 is given by the Computer Programming and Networking Association in memory of Claude M. Faulkner. The scholarship is awarded annually to a deserving Itawamba Community College sophomore. The recipient will be selected by the Computer Programming Technology faculty and the officers of the Computer Programming and Networking Association based upon academic achievement during his/her freshman year at ICC, leadership ability, financial need, and major in Computer Information Systems Technology at ICC.

Fulton Lion's Club Scholarship

This scholarship is given by the Fulton Lion's Club and awarded annually to a student from Itawamba Agricultural High School who enrolls at ICC. The amount of the scholarship is $300 for one year at the rate of $150 per semester if the recipient is in good standing at ICC. The student will be chosen by the Education Committee of the Fulton Lion's Club and the Itawamba Agricultural High School Scholarship committee. Interested applicants should contact the Director of Student Recruitment and Scholarships by April 1.

Franklin Corporation Scholarship

The Franklin Corporation has designated a tuition scholarship for dependents of Franklin's employees. Interested applicants should contact Franklin Corporation.

Elbert Garrison Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to a graduate of Tremont High School who possesses demonstrated citizenship qualities and leadership potential. Students interested in applying should contact the Director of Student Recruitment and Scholarships or the Guidance Office at Tremont High School for further information. Deadline for application: April 1

Leesa Gray Memorial Scholarship

This $300 scholarship is given to an Itawamba Agricultural High School graduating senior in memory of Leesa Gray, IAHS Class of 2001. Students interested in this scholarship should contact IAHS.

Delmus C. Harden Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship of $200, established in memory of the late Delmus C. Harden, is given by his family and the Itawamba County Times in cooperation with Itawamba Community College. It is awarded to an incoming freshman who is a graduate of a high school in Itawamba County. A student planning a career in journalism or communications will have first priority. Interested applicants should contact IAHS, Mantachie or Tremont High Schools.

Dawn Marie Johnson Scholarship for Pre-Medicine Majors

This scholarship was established in memory of Dawn Marie Johnson by her mother, Virginia. It is open to pre-medicine majors with an ACT score of 25 or higher and a previous grade point average of 3.00 or higher. The amount is one-half tuition and one-half books (one-half books not to exceed $100) per semester. Applications may be obtained from the Director of Student Recruitment and Scholarships and must be received by April 1.

Johnny Johnson Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship was established in memory of Johnny Johnson by his parents, Julia and John E. Johnson. This annual scholarship of $200 will be awarded to a returning sophomore football player. Interested applicants should contact the Director of Student Recruitment and Scholarships by April 1.

Lisa Marie Lindsey Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship is in memory of Lisa Marie Lindsey. Because of her love for the sport of cheerleading, her team spirit and dedication to her school, this $150 per semester scholarship will be awarded to a cheerleader from Mantachie High School. Interested applicants should contact the Director of Student Recruitment and Scholarships by April 1.

Memorial Mission Scholarship

The scholarship is made available through the Memorial Mission Fund of First Baptist Church, Fulton. It is awarded annually at the rate of $150 per semester to a Baptist student planning to enter full-time Christian service. Requirements are recommended and selected by the First Baptist Church Missions Committee. Interested applicants should contact the First Baptist Church.

Mississippi Association of Supervisors Scholarship

Each year the Mississippi Association of Supervisors awards a $500 scholarship in the amount of $250 per semester to four freshmen in each of Mississippi's 15 community college districts. Potential for success in college and financial need are also considerations. Itawamba Community College will rotate the scholarships among the five supporting counties as follows: 2004-2005 – Lee, Monroe, Pontotoc and Chickasaw counties; 2005-2006 – Itawamba, Lee, Monroe and Pontotoc counties; 2006-2007 – Chickasaw, Itawamba, Lee and Monroe counties. Students interested in applying for this scholarship should contact the Director of Student Recruitment and Scholarships by April 1.

Mississippi Retired Teachers Association (MRTA)

MRTA has made available several $500 annual scholarships for deserving students who plan to enter the teaching profession. Students interested in this scholarship should contact the Director of Student Recruitment and Scholarships by April 1 for application information.

Stanley Moses Scholarship

The Stanley Moses Scholarship was established by Ms. Sammie Flaherty of Augusta, Georgia to benefit three students who graduated from either IAHS or Tremont High School. This scholarship covers one-half tuition and one-half books (not to exceed $75). Interested applicants should contact the Director of Student Recruitment and Scholarships by April 1.

North Waterway Chapter of the National Wild Turkey Federation Scholarship

The North Waterway Chapter of the National Wild Turkey Federation awards this scholarship annually to a student from the counties of Itawamba, Tishomingo, and Prentiss who is an ICC freshman planning to attend his/her sophomore year enrolled in a natural resource related field at Itawamba Community College. The amount of this scholarship is $400 per year at the rate of $200 per semester if the recipient is in good standing at Itawamba Community College. The North Waterway Chapter of the National Wild Turkey Federation and the scholarship committee of Itawamba Community College will choose the student. Interested applicants should contact the Director of Student Recruitment and Scholarships by January 1.

Renasant Bank and Trust Company Scholarship

The Renasant Bank has designated $1,000 in scholarships for students at Itawamba Community College. Selection will be based upon academic standing and need. Interested applicants should contact the Director of Student Recruitment and Scholarships by April 1.

Renasant Bank and Trust Company Scholarship

The Renasant Bank has designated a $300 scholarship to be awarded to an outstanding student. Interested applicants should contact the Director of Student Recruitment and Scholarships by April 1.

Quail Unlimited Scholarship

Quail Unlimited Chapter 497 awards this scholarship annually to a student from the counties of Itawamba, Lee, Monroe and Tishomingo who enrolls at Itawamba Community College. The amount of the scholarship is $300 per year at the rate of $150 per semester if the recipient is in good standing at Itawamba Community College. The student will be chosen by Quail Unlimited Chapter 497 and the Scholarship Committee of the recipient's high school. Interested applicants should contact the Director of Student Recruitment and Scholarships by April 1.

Jason Rock Memorial Scholarship

The $600 scholarship is given by the family and friends in memory of Jason Rock. Itawamba Agricultural High School awards the scholarship to an outstanding senior involved in school activities. Interested applicants should contact IAHS.

Lillian Scott Memorial Scholarship

The Pilot Club of Fulton awards this $150 scholarship in memory of the late Lillian Scott to a graduating senior of Itawamba AHS majoring in elementary education. Applications are taken by the Pilot Club of Fulton at IAHS in April, and the club selects the recipient. The scholarship is awarded on Scholarship Day in May.

Carrie Ann Senter Scholarship

The scholarship is given by the family and friends in memory of Carrie Ann Senter. The $50 scholarship will be given to an Aberdeen High School senior who is recommended by the high school principal, guidance counselor, and senior class sponsor. Interested applicants should contact Aberdeen High School.

Frank Senter Memorial Athletic Scholarship

His family and friends establish this scholarship of $50 in memory of the late Frank Senter in cooperation with ICC. It provides that 1) One student per year receives the scholarship; 2) The student must be a graduate of IAHS; 3) The student must have participated in one sport while at IAHS; 4) The student must have a C average in high school; 5) The student must be recommended by the high school principal, guidance counselor and athletic director. Interested applicants should contact IAHS.

Shoaf Creek Hunting Club Scholarship

The Shoaf Creek Hunting Club has designated this one-half tuition scholarship for an entering freshman from Lee, Monroe, or Itawamba County that will major in forestry. Interested applicants should contact the Director of Student Recruitment and Scholarships by April 1.

J.E. Staub Memorial Scholarship

The J.E. Staub Memorial Scholarship is named in honor of Joseph E. Staub. Mr. Staub started JESCO in 1941 and helped guide it into one of America's premiere construction contractors. The scholarship is awarded to a JESCO employee's son or daughter who attends Itawamba Community College. The recipient is determined by the JESCO Inc. scholarship committee. The scholarship is for $500 for the fall semester and $500 for the spring semester. Applications can be submitted to the Director of Student Recruitment and Scholarships until July 1.

Super Sagless Scholarship

These scholarships were established for qualified children of employees of Super Sagless. Interested applicants should contact the Director of Student Recruitment and Scholarships by April 1.

Tobacco-Free Scholarship

The $200 tobacco-free scholarship (subject to annual funding) has been established by the Partnership for a Healthy Itawamba County. Sixty scholarships will be awarded to Itawamba County seniors who are non-tobacco users. A minimum of 200 credits must be accumulated by April 1 to become eligible. Awarding of scholarships will be done at the sole discretion of the Adult Steering Committee of the Partnership for a Healthy Itawamba County. Anyone interested should contact his or her high school guidance counselor or the Director of the Partnership for a Healthy Itawamba County for application requirements.

Edna Fisher Todd Scholarship

The family and friends of Edna Fisher Todd give this scholarship which is awarded annually to a deserving student in the field of business and/or secretarial science. The student shall be chosen by a committee from the business department and submitted to the Director of Student Recruitment and Scholarships by April 1. The $200 scholarship is for one school year, and the recipient must be from the five-county area and an incoming freshman. Interested applicants should contact the chair of the Business Department at ICC or the Director of Student Recruitment and Scholarships.

Tremont Friends and Alumni Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to Tremont High School graduates who have demonstrated the ability to be successful in completing the first two years of a four-year transfer program, or the first year of a two-year occupational or technical program. Interested students should contact the Guidance Department at Tremont High School for further information or pick up an application in the main office of Tremont High School. Deadline for application: April 1

Union Planters Bank of Northeast Mississippi NA

Union Planters Bank of Northeast Mississippi NA presents a scholarship each year in the amount of $450 to a student attending Itawamba Community College. Criteria used in the selection of the recipient are based on the potential for success in college and financial need. Students pursuing any major are eligible. Those interested in applying should contact the Director of Student Recruitment and Scholarships for information and an application. The deadline is April 1.

R.T. (Mickey) West Memorial Scholarship

A scholarship in memory of Mickey West has been established for needy and deserving students majoring in Forestry at Itawamba Community College. Information and applications are available from the Director of Student Recruitment and Scholarships. The deadline is April 1.

Clellon E. Wheeler and Opal Haynes Wheeler Memorial Scholarship

The $300 scholarship has been established in memory of Clellon E. Wheeler and Opal Haynes Wheeler. The scholarship is awarded to an accounting major from the Itawamba Community College five-county area. A stipend is awarded for each semester for a two-year period with the following stipulations: 1) the award will be used for tuition, books, and fees, and the student must maintain a 2.5 grade point average; 2) criteria for the scholarship will be based on academic achievement, leadership ability, ACT scores, or other admissions tests scores. Interested applicants should contact the Director of Student Recruitment and Scholarships by April 1.

Mitch Wheeler Memorial Scholarship

The $600 scholarship is given by the family and friends in memory of Mitch Wheeler, a member of the IAHS class of 1987. Applicants must be a student at IAHS, have a 2.5 GPA or better and submit to the IAHS Guidance Counselor an essay entitled "Why Nothing is Impossible." Interested applicants should contact IAHS.

Wayne Wood Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship of $100 is given in memory of the late Wayne Wood to an IAHS senior who might not be able to attend college without financial assistance. The IAHS faculty will recommend the student. Interested applicants should contact IAHS.

 

ICC Foundation Endowed Scholarships

W.O. Benjamin Memorial Endowed Scholarship

Alumni and friends have established this scholarship in memory of Dr. W.O. Benjamin, president of Itawamba Community College from 1972 to 1992. Full-time students who possess a 3.0 grade point average are eligible to apply for a half-tuition scholarship, renewable for up to four semesters. Potential for success in college and financial need will be considered in the selection process. Interested students should apply to the Director of Student Recruitment and Scholarships by April 1.

W.E. Boggs Endowed Scholarship

Alumni and friends have established this scholarship in honor of W.E. Boggs, who has served in positions of leadership, including that of interim president, at Itawamba Community College for 30 years. Full-time students who possess a 3.0 grade point average are eligible to apply for a half-tuition scholarship, renewable for up to four semesters. Potential for success in college and financial need will be considered in the selection process. Interested students should apply to the Director of Student Recruitment and Scholarships by April 1.

David and Betty Cole Endowed Scholarship

Rick and Penny Spencer established this scholarship in honor of Dr. and Mrs. David C. Cole, serving respectively as president and "first lady" of Itawamba Community College. Full-time students who possess a 3.0 grade point average are eligible to apply for a half-tuition scholarship, renewable for up to four semesters. Potential for success in college and financial need will be considered in the selection process. Interested students should apply to the Director of Student Recruitment and Scholarships by April 1.

John S. Crubaugh Memorial Endowed Scholarship

Alumni and friends have established this scholarship in memory of John S. Crubaugh, president of Itawamba Community College from 1960 to 1972. Full-time students who possess a 3.0 grade point average are eligible to apply for a half-tuition scholarship, renewable for up to four semesters. Potential for success in college and financial need will be considered in the selection process. Interested students should apply to the Director of Student Recruitment and Scholarships by April 1.

Carolyn Franks Memorial Endowed Scholarship

The Franks family and friends have established this scholarship in memory of Ms. Carolyn Franks. Full-time students who possess a 2.0 grade point average are eligible to apply for the full-tuition scholarship for one year. Potential for success in college and financial need will be considered in the selection process. The family established the scholarship in Ms. Franks' memory because of her lifelong love of education.  Interested students should apply to the Director of Student Recruitment and Scholarships by April 1.

Dorothy W. Gibbs Memorial Endowed Scholarship

Mr. T.C. Gibbs of Tupelo has established the Dorothy W. Gibbs Memorial Endowed Scholarship to honor the memory of Mrs. Dorothy White Gibbs, who dedicated much of her life to educating others. The scholarship will provide half-tuition annually for an education major who aspires to excellence as a classroom teacher. Potential for success in college and financial need will also be considered in the selection process. The recipient must maintain a 2.5 grade point average in order to retain his or her eligibility for the scholarship. Students interested in applying should contact the Director of Student Recruitment and Scholarships. The deadline for submitting an application is April 1.

Wilson L Heering Memorial Endowed Scholarship

The Heering family and friends have established this scholarship in memory of Mr. Wilson L. Heering, who served as an employee with Mueller Brass Corporation for some 54 years. Full-time students who are employed with Mueller Brass of Fulton or are children or grandchildren of a Mueller Brass employee and posses a 2.5 grade point average are eligible to apply for the full-tuition scholarship for one year. Potential for success in college, financial need and a 150-word essay on the topic, "Why this scholarship is important to you," will be considered in the selection process. The family established the scholarship in Mr. Heering's memory because of his lifelong love of learning. Interested students should apply to the Director of Student Recruitment and Scholarships by April 1.

Herrick Foundation Endowed Scholarship

The Herrick Foundation Scholarship Endowment Fund was established to provide opportunities for deserving students to further their education at Itawamba Community College. Full-tuition scholarships will be awarded to students who demonstrate academic merit and financial need. Preference may be given to nontraditional students (those who are 21 years of age or older and/or those who have been out of high school for one or more years) who have the least financial resources available from private and public sources. Recipients must earn at least a 2.75 grade point average for the first semester of the award and a cumulative 3.0 grade point average thereafter in order to continue to receive the scholarship for up to four semesters. All candidates must make formal application through the Office of the Director of Student Recruitment and Scholarships by April 1.

Dorothy Hobson  "Pass Along" Scholarship

Mrs. Dorothy Hobson has started this scholarship for a worthy student who is interested in giving back to the community in which it was received. Full-time students who possess a 2.0 grade point average and  are descendants of the following program from 1946-1949: 4-H Club Member, 4-H Club Leader, Home Demonstration Club Member, Itawamba County Supervisors, Itawamba County Tax Payer are eligible to apply for the half-tuition scholarship for one year. The student who receives the scholarship is encouraged to make donation to the scholarship of at least fifty dollars within five years of receiving the scholarship or work on a Habitat for Humanity house in Itawamba County.

Maranda Darlene Ray Little Memorial Endowed Scholarship

Randy and Rhonda Ray established this scholarship in memory of their daughter, Maranda Darlene Ray Little, to provide half-tuition scholarships for deserving students from Itawamba Agricultural High School. Recipients must have earned a grade point average of 2.5 or better and must maintain this average in order to retain the scholarship. All candidates must make formal application for the scholarship through the counselor's office at Itawamba Agricultural High School.

Susan Loden Memorial Scholarship

The Loden family and friends have established this scholarship in memory of Mrs. Susan Loden, who was an economics instructor at Itawamba Community College for 18 years. This full-tuition scholarship will rotate yearly with recipients from Mantachie in 2006, to Itawamba Agricultural High School in 2007, to Tremont High School in 2008. Full-time students who have a financial need and 2.5 grade point average are eligible to apply for the full-tuition scholarship for one year. Applications for the scholarship may be obtained for each school's counselor's office. Interested students should apply to the Director of Student Recruitment and Scholarships by April 1. 

Dixie Medlin Memorial Scholarship

The Medlin family has established this scholarship in memory of Dixie Medlin because of her overflowing love for Itawamba Community College, its needy students that she helped with countless personal obligations, and her love of the health information technology program. This full-tuition scholarship is available for sophomore students of the health information technology program. Full-time students who have a financial need and a 3.0 grade point average are eligible to apply for the full-tuition scholarship for one year.

Pat Miles Special Needs Memorial Endowed Scholarship

The Miles family and friends have established this scholarship in memory of Mrs. Pat Miles. Recipients shall be full-time students, graduates of Itawamba Agricultural High School, Mississippi residents, and have participated in a sport and maintained a sufficient grade point average to indicate the likelihood of academic success. In order to receive the scholarship for the second semester, students must maintain academic achievement. The scholarship will provide a $250 stipend for each semester of the recipient's freshman year at ICC. A committee of family members will make the selection for the scholarship. Interested students should write a letter stating their request and life goals including community service to the Pat Miles Scholarship, c/o IAHS, Fulton, MS 38843. The deadline for application is April 1 each year.

L. L. "Pat" McCarthy Memorial Endowed Scholarship

The Terry and Charlie McCarthy families have established this scholarship in memory of LL "Pat" McCarthy for a nursing student from Itawamba County. Full-time students who possess a 3.0 grade point average are eligible to apply for the half-tuition scholarship for one year. Potential for success in college and financial need will be considered in the selection process. Interested students should apply to the Director of Student Recruitment and Scholarships by April 1.

Ouida Kennedy McDaniel Academic Endowed Scholarship

This scholarship was established in memory of Mrs. Ouida Kennedy McDaniel by Mr. Walter H. McDaniel of Tremont. Mr. McDaniel attended ICC and later served as an instructor at the College. The scholarship encourages academic excellence by offering half tuition to students making all "A's" for the previous two semesters. Recipients must maintain all "A's" in order to receive the scholarship for up to four semesters. Interested students should contact the Director of Student Recruitment and Scholarships by the April 1 deadline.

George W. Owens and Mae H. Owens Endowed Scholarship

Established through the estate of Senator and Mrs. George W. Owens of Pontotoc, this endowment offers full-tuition scholarships for students who (a) are worthy of trust, (b) have a goal of service to mankind and (c) show promise of success. Each applicant must submit an original essay of no more than two typed pages addressing these qualifications. In addition, each applicant must submit two letters of recommendation from non-family members. This scholarship provides opportunities for advancement in education for worthy students who would have difficulty securing an education without financial assistance. Application must be made in the Office of the Director of Student Recruitment and Scholarships by April 1.

Dorothy D. and George H. Ruff Foundation Vocational Technical Endowed Scholarship

The Dorothy D. and George H. Ruff Foundation established this scholarship to provide financial support to vocational and technical students at ICC. The scholarship committee shall give preference to a student in an automotive program. Otherwise, individuals in any vocational-technical program with the desire to have a successful career in their particular field of study will be considered. The full-tuition tuition scholarship covers two years or four semesters. Application criteria include Mississippi resident, a 2.5 grade point average the first semester and a 2.75 GPA for the duration of the scholarship. Scholastic ability, leadership potential, financial need, as well as having the desire to own or run a business will be considered in the selection process. Interested applicants should apply to the Director of Student Recruitment and Scholarships by April 1.

Dorothy D. and George H. Ruff Foundation Vocational Technical Special Needs Scholarship

The Dorothy D. and George H. Ruff Foundation established this scholarship to provide financial support to vocational and technical students at ICC. The scholarship committee shall give preference to a student in an automotive program. Otherwise, individuals in any vocational-technical program with the desire to have a successful career in their particular field of study will be considered. This scholarship will provide a stipend each semester of up to $500 depending on financial need. The scholarship shall be for two years or four semesters and will be administered on a special circumstances basis meaning that the scholarship could be to a different person each semester. Application criteria include Mississippi resident, a 2.5 grade point average the first semester and a 2.75 GPA for the duration of the scholarship. Scholastic ability, leadership potential, financial need, as well as having the desire to own or run a business will be considered in the selection process. Interested applicants should apply to the Director of Student Recruitment and Scholarships by April 1.

Nick Sabine Endowed Scholarship

Family and friends have established this annual half-tuition scholarship in memory of Nick Sabine. Students interested in applying should apply to the Director of Student Recruitment and Scholarships by April 1. (Guidelines are incomplete.).

Phillip A. Sheffield Memorial Endowed Scholarship

Alumni and friends have established this scholarship in memory of Phillip A. Sheffield, the first president of Itawamba Community College (1948-1960). Full-time students who possess a 3.0 grade point average are eligible to apply for a half-tuition scholarship, renewable for up to four semesters. Potential for success in college and financial need will be considered in the selection process. Interested students should apply to the Director of Student Recruitment and Scholarships by April 1.

Sherry Senter Stubblefield and Nancy Senter Presley Endowed Scholarship

This scholarship was established by Hillman and Gola Senter in honor of their daughters, both of whom attended ICC. The scholarship awards half tuition annually for a deserving student. A grade point average of 2.5 is required for maintaining the scholarship for up to four semesters. Students interested in applying should contact the Director of Student Recruitment and Scholarships. The deadline for submitting an application is April 1.

Suzanne Summerford Endowed Scholarship

The Suzanne Summerford Endowment was established by a donor who wishes to remain anonymous. The scholarship honoring Suzanne Summerford provides tuition and books each year for "a worthy student who has a medically discernible impairment." An appropriate selection committee, in consultation with Suzanne Summerford, will name the recipients. All candidates must make formal application for this scholarship through the Office of the Director of Student Recruitment and Scholarships by April 1.

Christopher Neil Thomas Memorial Endowed Scholarship

Mr. and Mrs. Clifton "Bug" Thomas of Okolona established this scholarship in memory of their son, Christopher Neil Thomas, to provide a $250 scholarship each semester to a deserving student from Nettleton High School. Christopher was a member of the Nettleton High School football team and scheduled to graduate with the class of 2008 before his tragic death in an automobile accident. Full-time students who possess a 2.5 grade point average are eligible to apply for the $250 tuition scholarship to be given each semester. The student must maintain a 2.5 grade point average in order to retain the scholarship for four semesters. The Nettleton High School scholarship committee will select the recipient. Interested students should complete an ICC scholarship application available in the counselor's office at NHS and write a 150 word essay on the subject, "How will this scholarship fill a financial void and allow me to attend college?" and submit to the NHS    scholarship committee. The deadline for application is April 1.

Adam N. Wages Memorial Endowed Scholarship

Denise and Rickey Wages established this scholarship endowment in memory of their son, Adam Nicholas Wages. The scholarship provides half-tuition each year for a deserving student who has a 3.0 grade average, with priority given to North Pontotoc High School graduates. Application must be made in the office of the Director of Student Recruitment and Scholarships by April 1.

Wal-Mart Endowed Scholarship

The Wal-Mart Endowed Scholarship was established by local Wal-Mart Stores and the Wal-Mart Foundation to provide educational opportunities for deserving students at Itawamba Community College. A half-tuition scholarship is awarded annually. Recipients must maintain a 2.5 grade point average in order to maintain the scholarship for up to four semesters. Interested students should contact the Director of Student Recruitment and Scholarships. The deadline is April 1.