Scholarship Info
A college education is a major investment. We are here to help you find funds and earn that degree. West Kentucky Community and Technical College has a variety of scholarship opportunities. We offer a little something for everyone!
The 2025-26 Scholarship Application is now closed!
Please note: The 2024-2025 FAFSA is expected to open in late 2024. Please check for more details at www.studentaid.gov.
Some items to note before you begin your application:
- Scholarship applications are only accepted online.
- Once started, your scholarship application must be completed in one session. If you need further assistance please contact Kyle Fisher.
- You will be asked questions (optional but highly encouraged) about your received honors, awards, athletics/activity participation, employment, military service, your chosen field of study/program, income information and any special financial circumstances you may have.
- You will need to complete both the WKCTC Admissions Application and the FAFSA as part of your scholarship file for the scholarship committee.
- We will need your most recent or final high school transcript. If you are currently in high school, we will work with your guidance counselors to get the transcript we need after mid term grades have posted for your senior year.
- If you have college work, you will need to ask your other school to mail your official transcripts to: WKCTC Admissions, PO Box 7380, Paducah, KY 42002
Note: Merit Scholarship Criteria for current high school students requires a minimum of 2.75 high school GPA.
The WKCTC Scholarship Committee reviews each application to determine eligibility. If you are not eligible for a scholarship, the scholarship coordinator will notify you via the email account provided on the scholarship application. If you are eligible and funds are available, an offer will be mailed to you at the address provided on the scholarship application and a contract emailed to you. Acceptance letters/contracts are sent out no later than the beginning of May. Keep in mind that each contract has a specific deadline and must be completed online by the date listed on the letter. Students that receive scholarship funds from WKCTC must file a FAFSA annually, maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress, and meet the specific criteria for the awards they receive.
When is the deadline for WKCTC’s scholarship application?
Deadline – March 1 at noon
What is the Merit Scholarship Criteria for current high school students?
Students must have a minimum of 21 ACT/1060 SAT score and 3.0 GPA.
Does the scholarship application apply per year or per semester?
The application process is open once per year (October 1 – March 1), and scholarships
pay out 50% in the fall semester and 50% in the spring semester
When and how will I know if I received a scholarship?
Scholarships will be awarded in late March/Early April, and the selected applicants
must accept their scholarship by the end of April.
If I am a dual credit student, will I have to complete multiple scholarship applications
when I complete a new admissions application?
Only one scholarship application per year is required for all scholarship applications.
Where can I find a list of all the scholarships your school offers?
You can find a list of all available scholarships on our website.
Are there program specific scholarships that WKCTC offers?
Yes, there are some program specific scholarships, and they are listed on our website.
The good news is that you will also not need to complete another application for
these scholarships. (This does not apply to 3rd party or external scholarships)
Do I have to be admitted to WKCTC before receiving an academic scholarship offer?
No! The scholarship application process is open from early October to March 1, and
we understand that scholarships can play a large part in the decision-making process
when you are deciding where to attend. So, we welcome students to apply for scholarships
even before they have decided to attend WKCTC. However, students will need to provide
an updated HS transcript and ACT/SAT score before the March 1st deadline
Can I use my academic scholarship during a summer term?
Scholarships are applied in equal amounts to the fall and spring semesters. They are
not able to be applied to summer terms.
How do I apply for freshman competitive academic scholarships?
We have one simple online application that applies to all available scholarships for
the academic year. If you are a current local high school student, we will work with
your High School guidance counselor to get your official GPA and ACT/SAT scores.
It is after March 1st, can I still be considered for freshman competitive academic
scholarships?
Unfortunately, scholarship applications cannot be considered if they are received
after the March 1 deadline. If you are still needing financial assistance to offset
the cost of attending we would encourage you to speak to a financial aid advisor as
well as seek out 3rd party scholarships.
Are letters of recommendation required for academic scholarship consideration?
We do not require letters of recommendation for our academic scholarship process.
How do I accept my academic scholarship once I am awarded?
Once you are selected for an academic scholarship you will receive an offer packet
with information on how to accept and the deadline date for acceptance.
I received an academic scholarship offer, but is this all of the funding I will receive
from WKCTC?
Your academic scholarship offer packet will contain information about all of the scholarship
funding you will receive. It will not contain any information regarding grants, loans,
or other forms of financial aid.
My classmate received an academic scholarship offer from WKCTC, but they are planning
to attend another university. May I use their scholarship or will it be re-awarded
to another student?
Academic scholarships are not transferrable.
I have been offered a larger scholarship package from another institution. Can West
Kentucky Community and Technical College match the funds I am promised by other schools?
Once a scholarship offer has been made that offer is final. Although another institution
may offer a larger scholarship amount, it is important to remember to factor the entire
cost of attendance and the percentage that your scholarship will cover. By offering
affordable tuition rates and competitive scholarship amounts we believe that WKCTC is a great place
to attend!
Why doesn't the tuition scholarship cover all of the fees related to my classes?
This will very much depend on the scholarship awarded. Some scholarships specify they
are to be used for tuition only. Most scholarships are awarded for a specific dollar amount that can be applied
to tuition and mandatory fees, and full-tuition merit scholarships can be applied to tuition and mandatory fees but may not cover all additional fees.
Why was my academic scholarship amount reduced?
Academic scholarships that are eligible for renewal are awarded in the same amount
for the first and second year of attendance, as long as all renewal requirements are
met. If you received a non-merit donor-defined scholarship it was awarded for one
year only. You may have received a different scholarship (for a different amount)
your second year.
What if I lost my scholarship eligibility, can I earn it back at a later date if my
GPA improves or if I am full-time?
You are not able to earn back a scholarship after it is lost due to not meeting eligibility
requirements. You are welcome to reapply for other scholarships during the next scholarship
cycle for the following academic year.
Do I need to be enrolled full-time in order to receive my academic scholarship?
In most cases, yes, however there are certain scholarship that allow a student to
be part time and still be awarded. By completing the online scholarship application,
you will be considered for all academic scholarships, even those only requiring part-time
enrollment.
What if I graduate early from WKCTC and do not use all eight (8) semesters of my academic
scholarship?
Scholarships are only awarded per academic year, for a maximum of two semesters, although
some scholarships are renewable for a second academic year. Scholarship amounts are
only applied to student accounts after attendance is verified for each semester. If
you are not attending WKCTC for a semester, academic scholarship awards will not be
applied to a student’s account.
If I earn a degree from WKCTC and decide to return for another semester, do I still
receive my scholarship?
If you receive a degree or certificate in the fall semester and return in the spring
semester, as long as you maintain all scholarship requirements, you would be eligible
to receive the spring portion of your awarded scholarship. Continuous enrollment is
required with a maximum of four semesters covered by a scholarship.
How will my scholarship be impacted if I drop or add a class?
Every situation is different, but if dropping a class places you below the full-time
threshold you may be at risk for losing certain scholarship funding.
Merit scholarships are available to current WKCTC students and incoming high school seniors.
High School Seniors
- Merit Scholarships are available to high school seniors with outstanding academic records based on a combination of grade point average and ACT/SAT scores.
- By completing the online general scholarship application you are automatically considered for all available scholarships, including Merit Scholarships.
- An official transcript from your high school guidance counselor will be required.
- Must enroll as a full-time student (12-15 hours) at WKCTC.
Returning Students - Merit Scholarships are eligible for renewal for a second continuous year of study. Students must complete a minimum of 24 graded college hours by the completion of the spring semester and maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.00 or greater.
- Must be enrolled as a full-time student
Scholarship Amounts
- Presidential Scholarship - 100% Tuition and Fees
- Commonwealth I Scholarship - $4000
- Commonwealth II Scholarship - $3000
- Trustee Scholarship - $2500
- Grisham Scholarship - $1000
- PJC Scholarship - $500
A general scholarship is an award that is based upon stated criteria. Students should consider general scholarship award criteria when completing the scholarship application and providing information.
A need-based scholarship is an award that is based upon stated criteria as well as evidence of financial need. The WKCTC Scholarship Committee considers the FAFSA calculated EFC (expected family contribution) and provided applicant information as an indication of financial need. All students are encouraged to complete a FAFSA. Students who do not submit a FAFSA will not be considered for any scholarship where financial need is indicated.
Please see the Scholarship Opportunities Brochure for a complete listing of general and need-based scholarships. Scholarship amounts are determined by funding availability.
NOTE: Academic scholarships pay for WKCTC credits only.
Review our scholarship opportunities.
The following is provided for informational purposes only. WKCTC does not accept applications for any funding sources listed in this area. Interested students should apply for funding directly to the source selected.
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SCHOLARSHIP CONTACT INFORMATION |
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Student Questions Regarding |
FAFSA, KEES, Loans, Work Ready WKCTC Financial Aid |
| Community Scholarship Program Dual Credit Waivers WKCTC K-12 Partnerships PO Box 7380 Paducah, KY 42002 (270) 534-3199 Justin.Hill@kctcs.edu |
3rd Party Scholarships (Employer, Church, etc.) WKCTC Business Office PO Box 7380 Paducah, KY 42002 (270) 534-3345 Jenni.Herndon@kctcs.edu |
| Donor Questions, donations, including establishing or contributing to a scholarship
fund: Kyle Fisher, Manager of Advancement WKCTC Advancement PO Box 7380 Paducah, KY 42002 (270) 534-3086 Kyle.Fisher@kctcs.edu |
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