Institutional Scholarships

Institutional Scholarships
Important Information and Scholarship Policies
Departments:
Agriculture Anthropology
Art Athletics Biology
Chemistry
Computer Science and Information Systems Engineering
English
Exercise Science
Geosciences
Mathematics
Music Physics
Psychology
Teacher Education
Theatre
Offices:
Admission Alumni Association / Alumni Relations
Financial Aid
Fort Lewis College Foundation Office
Native American Center

School:
Business

Important Information and Scholarship Policies Scholarships are listed by departments. This guide is not designed to provide complete detailed information on every scholarship listed. Please contact the department offering the scholarship if you have specific questions or need complete information. Most of the scholarships listed will require an application. Unless otherwise noted, applications must be obtained from and returned to the department authorizing the scholarship. Scholarships are generally for full-time, degree-seeking students who have not previously earned a Bachelors Degree. Most recipients will be notified of their scholarship award(s) by mid-June 2008. Generally, unsuccessful applicants will *not* be notified. Applications require free Adobe Acrobat Reader software to open. Scholarships are credited to the student's Fort Lewis College bill. Amounts are approximate and depend on fund availability each year. The total amounts are for the entire year and are split evenly between Fall and Winter terms, unless otherwise indicated. The recipient must sign a Financial Aid Award Notification formally accepting the scholarship and agreeing to the conditions governing financial aid. Definitions You will find the following terms in this web page. Please become familiar with them. Academic Year - Fall and Winter terms, generally September - April. CO - Colorado. CO Resident - Colorado resident as defined for tuition classification purposes. Please contact the Registrar's Office or the Admission Office for specifics. County - all counties referred to are presumed to be in Colorado, unless otherwise stated Degree-seeking Student � Student enrolled in an academic program that leads to a specific degree such as Bachelors of Art or Bachelors of Science. EFC - Expected Family Contribution, established by the US Dept. of Education according to your FAFSA, used to determine need for financial aid FAFSA - The Free Application for Federal Student Aid for the 2008-2009 school year, which is used to determine financial need. You may go to www.fafsa.ed.gov and complete it on-line. It should be completed, signed and transmitted to the US Department of Education as soon after January 1st as possible, but no later than February 15th to be considered an early applicant. Go to www.pin.ed.gov to obtain a pin number to sign your FAFSA. The Office of Financial Aid strongly urges you to complete a FAFSA each year whether the scholarship(s) you are applying for requires one or not. FLC � Fort Lewis College Full-time Student � Minimum 12 credit hours per term, many institutional merit-based scholarships require the student to enroll in and pass at least 15 credit hours per term GPA - Grade Point Average - When a required GPA is listed, it is the minimum GPA to be considered for the scholarship award. Index - Colorado Commission on Higher Education Admission Eligibility Index, used to determine eligibility for certain scholarships. Return to Top

Private Sector Scholarship Search
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AGRICULTURE DEPARTMENT Applications are available at the Biology office, 711 Berndt Hall, or at the Foundation office. Applications for the January 7, 2008 disbursement will be due on December 14, 2007. Recipient must have declared a major in Biology or Agriculture and a recommendation from a Biology or Agriculture faculty member. TED AND LEEANN COMPTON SCHOLARSHIP Junior or Senior at Fort Lewis College with 3.0 or higher GPA Preference to Colorado residents FAFSA and current transcript required $2,000 ANTHROPOLOGY DEPARTMENT Application obtained from and returned with essay as described on form, and a copy of current academic transcript to Anthropology Club, Room 274, Center of Southwest Studies, FLC. Contact person: Aaron Lampman at same address. Application deadline: April 7, 2008. Selection of recipient made by committee of Anthropology faculty and Anthropology Club members. Notification by letter and/or telephone by April 25, 2008. THE RONNIE THOMAS ANTHROPOLOGY MEMORIAL TERM FUND Full time degree-seeking student enrolled in at least 12 credit hours 3.00 cumulative FLC GPA Must have earned minimum 45 credit hours, at least 16 credit hours of Anthropology coursework $200 to $500 Return to Top

ART DEPARTMENT Application obtained from and returned to the Art Department. Contact person: Amy Wendland, Art Building room 121, phone (970) 247-7469. Recipients must be full-time degree seeking students and declared Art majors at FLC. Applicants must provide a portfolio of 8-10 works from college level courses. Scholarship applications and portfolios are reviewed in March. THE DAVID OLSETH SCHOLARSHIP Junior or above with cumulative GPA of 2.5 or above Amount varies THE PERFORMING ARTS SCHOLARSHIP (ART) Colorado resident Completed 45 credit hours or more, cumulative GPA of at least 3.00 Contingent upon continued funding from the Colorado Commission on Higher Education Approximate value of in-state tuition Return to Top ATHLETIC DEPARTMENT The Fort Lewis College Department of Intercollegiate Athletics competes in NCAA Division II and the Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference (RMAC). Our eleven intercollegiate athletic programs attract and graduate high quality student-athletes. We create an atmosphere of high expectations and success that is a source of pride for Fort Lewis College and the community. Athletic Scholarship awards may include but not exceed full tuition, fees, room, board and an allowance for books as per NCAA regulations. Scholarships are awarded based on athletic merit as determined by the head coach of each sport. All scholarship recipients must meet NCAA eligibility rules, and initial recipients must be cleared though the Initial Eligibility Clearinghouse. Contact the head coach of the sport in which you wish to participate about athletic scholarship awards. For further information visit www.goskyhawks.com.

BIOLOGY DEPARTMENT *Recipient must have declared major in Biology or Agriculture and must describe how the scholarship will help them attain their career and professional goals. Contact person: Dr. Julie* *Korb* *korb_j@fortlewis.edu* *or Dr. Ginny Hutchins* *hutchins_g@fortlewis.edu* TED AND LEEANN COMPTON SCHOLARSHIP Junior or Senior at Fort Lewis College with 3.0 or higher GPA Preference to Colorado residents Foundation Scholarship Application, letter of recommendation from faculty member and current transcript required $2,000 Return to Top CHEMISTRY DEPARTMENT Application obtained from and returned to the Chemistry Department. Contact person: Cindy Browder, 242 Chemistry Hall, Fort Lewis College. Application deadline: March 3, 2008. Selection made by committee of Chemistry faculty. All applicants notified of decision in writing before April 1, 2008. THE CALLENDAR CHEMISTRY SCHOLARSHIP Intent to pursue a career in pharmacy, pharmacology or a related chemical science Sophomore, junior, or senior $1,200 THE RICHARD SENNE MEMORIAL Need-based, FAFSA required Must have strong moral character and plan a career beneficial to mankind Chemistry major, junior or senior $600 Return to Top

COMPUTER SCIENCE AND INFORMATION SYSTEMS DEPARTMENT COMPUTER SCIENCE, ENGINEERING AND MATH SCHOLARSHIP For more complete information and an application form visit the CSEMS web site at: http://www.fortlewis.edu/academics/school_arts_sciences/physics_engineering/CSEMS/CSEMS.htm or contact Don May at may_d@fortlewis.edu, 970-247-7545. Applications accepted on an ongoing basis. Demonstrate financial need, FAFSA required Demonstrate academic potential or ability Enrolled full time in computer science, computer science information systems, engineering, engineering-physics or mathematic degree program Up to $3,100 THE HASKELL COMPUTER SCIENCE SCHOLARSHIP No application. Students meeting criteria are automatically considered. Contact person: Evans Adams, 178 Education Business Hall, Fort Lewis College. Recipients selected by Computer Science Information Systems (CSIS) faculty based on performance in CSIS courses and service to department. Recipients are notified in writing. For continuing students, attempt made to evenly distribute awards among sophomores, juniors and seniors Funds for up to four students Approximately $300 per term Return to Top

ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT COMPUTER SCIENCE, ENGINEERING AND MATH SCHOLARSHIP For more complete information and an application form visit the CSEMS web site at: http://www.fortlewis.edu/academics/school_arts_sciences/physics_engineering/CSEMS/CSEMS.htm or contact Don May at may_d@fortlewis.edu, 970-247-7545. Applications accepted on an ongoing basis. Demonstrate financial need, FAFSA required Demonstrate academic potential or ability Enrolled full time in computer science, computer science information systems, engineering, engineering-physics or mathematic degree program Up to $3,100 LARRY C. AND BLANCHE V. FRAZIER ENGINEERING SCHOLARSHIP Must be Engineering student, any grade level Minimum 3.0 GPA Up to $1,500 Return to Top ENGLISH DEPARTMENT Application not required. Applicants must have English major. Selection made by English Department faculty. Notification in writing by May 3rd. THE ALICE ADMIRE MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP Minimum 60 credit hours 3.00 cumulative FLC GPA $300 THE CRAIG F. MCLEAN MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP Junior standing Minimum 2.50 cumulative FLC GPA Preference to English-Communication majors, special preference to applicants with military background Up to $250 per semester THE PAUL PAVICH SCHOLARSHIP Minimum 60 credit hours 3.00 cumulative FLC GPA $500 THE CARROLL PETERSON SCHOLARSHIP Junior standing Minimum 60 credit hours 3.00 cumulative FLC GPA $1,000 Return to Top

EXERCISE SCIENCE DEPARTMENT Recipient must have a declared major in Exercise Science. Application obtained from and returned to Professor Marcy Jung, Exercise Science Department, 137 Gymnasium, (970) 247-7516. Application deadline is April 15, 2008. THE JOAN SANDERS MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP Junior standing or higher Cumulative FLC GPA of 3.00 or higher Demonstrate participation in Exercise Science department activities, in particular, intramurals $500 Return to Top

GEOSCIENCES Criteria for all scholarships: Geosciences majors only (see individual scholarships for more). More than one student may receive each scholarship. Rarely awarded to incoming freshman, but freshman applicant may be considered if outstanding qualifications evident. Recipient(s) selected by committee of Department of Geosciences faculty; must maintain 2.70 cumulative FLC GPA and complete at least twelve hours each term. All applicants notified of decision in writing. Application obtained from and returned to Department of Geosciences. Contact person: Lauren Heerschap, 410 Berndt Hall, Fort Lewis. Application deadline: March 3, 2008. THE AMOCO GEOLOGY SCHOLARSHIP African-American, Hispanic, or Native American Financial need considered, but not the determining factor, FAFSA required $1,000 THE FRANK O BOWMAN, JR. SCHOLARSHIP No additional requirements $1,000 JACK & HELEN ELLINGSON GEOLOGICAL SCIENCES SCHOLARSHIP No additional requirements $800 THE FOUR CORNERS GEM AND MINERAL SCHOLARSHIP No additional requirements $500 MARY GILLAM SCHOLARSHIP No additional requirements $500 THE LOUIS RIDGWAY SCHOLARSHIP No additional requirements $100 to $1,000, highly variable THURSTON SCHOLARSHIP No additional requirements 2 @ $2,500 THE MARK WELTER SCHOLARSHIP No additional requirements $100 to $1,000, highly variable Return to Top

MATHEMATICS DEPARTMENT For the Bushnell Scholarship and The Math Scholarship: No application required for these scholarships. Committee of Math faculty will nominate and select recipient(s). Recipient(s) notified of decision in mid-April, both verbally and in writing by Department Chair. Contact person: Carl Lienert, 266 EBH, Fort Lewis College. THE BUSHNELL SCHOLARSHIP Senior level. Recipient must complete at least twelve credit hours per semester $200 COMPUTER SCIENCE, ENGINEERING AND MATH SCHOLARSHIP For more complete information and an application form visit the CSEMS web site at: http://www.fortlewis.edu/academics/school_arts_sciences/physics_engineering/CSEMS/CSEMS.htm or contact Don May at may_d@fortlewis.edu, 970-247-7545. Applications accepted on an ongoing basis. Demonstrate financial need, FAFSA required Demonstrate academic potential or ability Enrolled full time in computer science, computer science information systems, engineering, engineering-physics or mathematics degree program. Up to $3,100 THE MATH SCHOLARSHIP Must be outstanding in mathematics, one offer to a sophomore, one to a junior $300 Return to Top
MUSIC DEPARTMENT
Criteria for all: Music major with 3.00 cumulative FLC GPA; must complete at least twelve credit hours per term. Also available to incoming freshman if outstanding qualifications are evident, unless otherwise indicated. Recipient selected by committee of Music Department faculty. All applicants are notified of decision verbally and in writing by May 1st. Application obtained from and returned to the Music Department. Contact person: Rochelle Mann, 212 Sage Hall, Fort Lewis College. Application deadline: March 3, 2008. THE CAROL CORY MEMORIAL PIANO SCHOLARSHIP Piano major Up to $600 THE DURANGO CHORAL SOCIETY LINDA MACK SCHOLARSHIP Choral Music Education major Up to $1,000 SHAWN ELLGOOD SCHOLARSHIP Participant in Concert Band, music major not required $200 THE MARION JARVIS MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP No additional requirements Between $200 and approximate value of in-state tuition MCTEER SCHOLARSHIP Violin or Viola Major Between $200 and approximate value of in-state tuition THE MUSIC DEPARTMENT SCHOLARSHIP No additional requirements Between $200 and approximate value of in-state tuition THE PERFORMING ARTS SCHOLARSHIP (MUSIC) No application required Music major, cumulative FLC GPA of at least 3.00, must participate significantly in music programs Recipient is nominated and chosen by a selection committee of music faculty Colorado resident, awards not available to first-time freshman Approximate value of in-state tuition. This scholarship is funded by the Colorado Commission on Higher Education and availability is contingent upon continued funding. THE AL ROSE MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP No additional requirements Between $200 and approximate value of in-state tuition THE JAN ROSHONG MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP Music Education major Between $200 and approximate value of in-state tuition THE SAN JUAN SYMPHONY SCHOLARSHIP String major, audition required Between $200 and approximate value of in-state tuition IRMA B. STRAWN VIOLIN SCHOLARSHIP Violin major Between $200 and approximate value of in-state tuition Return to top.

PHYSICS DEPARTMENT COMPUTER SCIENCE, ENGINEERING AND MATH SCHOLARSHIP For more complete information and an application form visit the CSEMS web site at: http://www.fortlewis.edu/academics/school_arts_sciences/physics_engineering/CSEMS/CSEMS.htm or contact Don May at may_d@fortlewis.edu, 970-247-7545. Applications accepted on an ongoing basis. Demonstrate financial need, FAFSA required Demonstrate academic potential or ability Enrolled full time in computer science, computer science information systems, engineering, engineering-physics or mathematics degree program. Up to $3,100 PSYCHOLOGY DEPARTMENT Application obtained from and returned to Psychology Department. Application deadline: Last working day of February, 2008. Recipient selected by Psychology faculty; may reapply for scholarship. Applicants notified in writing of decision. THE HAROLD & RITA MANSFIELD SCHOLARSHIP Psychology major, CO resident, show financial need, maintain 3.00 cumulative FLC GPA Enrolled in minimum 12 credit hours per semester Must have spent the last two terms at Fort Lewis College Available to juniors or seniors who have one full year remaining at Fort Lewis College $400 to $800 Return to top

TEACHER EDUCATION DEPARTMENT
Application obtained from and returned to Teacher Education Department. Contact person: William A. Camp, Field Experience Coordinator, 242 Education/Business Hall, Fort Lewis College. Application deadline: March 14, 2008. Selection made by Teacher Education Department Selection Committee, unless otherwise noted. Notification mailed out by May 1, 2008 to recipient and all applicants. AACTE/MOPH Documented service with the disabled; professional training related to teaching/aiding the disabled required $200 ROBERT M BARR AND ROBERTA ARMSTRONG BARR FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP Certification of CO residency; transcripts; two letters of reference, a 250-300 word essay articulating your larger purposes for seeking a career as a teacher; and FAFSA required $1,500 to $3,000 EDITH BROCHU MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP Elementary teacher education student interested in reading; junior or senior status Must demonstrate financial need, FAFSA required Unofficial transcripts, list of extracurricular activities and awards required Approximate amount of in-state tuition THE DELTA KAPPA GAMMA SCHOLARSHIP OF THE LA PLATA COUNTY CHAPTER Any resident of the San Juan River basin; full-time; junior level or better with minimum 60 credit hours; seeking elementary, secondary, or K-12 teacher certification Selection made by Delta Kappa Gamma Scholarship Committee, interview required Must demonstrate financial need, FAFSA required $250 GIERSCH FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP Student who will be completing the Teacher Education Program by enrolling in student teaching at the K-12 level with a major in Science, Exercise Science or Business Awarded to applicant with the highest GPA, must have the recommendation of the Teacher Education Department faculty $500 THE EMILY A. HOWARD AWARD Students nominated by peer or faculty member on a specific application from Teacher Education Department Junior, senior, or post-graduate level with 2.50 cumulative FLC GPA; completed minimum 60 credit hours $200 MARILYN JENNINGS SCHOLARSHIP Seeking admission to Early Childhood, Elementary, Secondary or K-12 Teacher Licensure Program; minimum cumulative FLC GPA of 2.50; demonstrated financial need May be used to defray various teacher education program costs including texts; fees for fingerprinting; PLACE tests, and license applications $25 - $100 THE MARY K. JOHNSON SCHOLARSHIP Must have grown up in La Plata County and graduated from a La Plata County high school Completed minimum 60 credit hours, seeking elementary teacher certification, top cumulative FLC GPA of all applicants, preference given to qualified applicant who demonstrates an interest in and appreciation of music $200 THE JULIE JONES MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP Restricted to students interested in early childhood or elementary teaching (no specific major required) 3.00 cumulative FLC GPA, selection based on academic transcript, outside activities involvement and essay $500 THE THEODORE AND EDNA M. JONES SCHOLARSHIP Restricted to students interested in early childhood or elementary teaching (no specific major required) 3.00 cumulative FLC GPA, selection based on academic transcript, outside activities involvement and essay $500 THE ALICE LANCASTER "PIONEER" AWARD Full-time student; junior, senior, or post-graduate level, 2.50 cumulative GPA, completed minimum 80 credit hours, enrolled in Teacher Education Department, seeking elementary teacher certification Preference given to applicant with best letter describing his/her educational goals and career plans Must demonstrate financial need, FAFSA required $300 SANDRA MAPEL SCHOLARSHIP Must be accepted as a student teacher candidate and earned a cumulative FLC GPA of 2.50 or better Transcripts; list of outside activities; 1 page essay describing the reasons for applying for the scholarship required $1,000 THE JOAN KATHLEEN MATHIAS MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP CO resident, 3.00 cumulative FLC GPA, completed minimum 60 credit hours, seeking elementary teacher certification, not receiving any other federal or state financial aid $400 to $600 THE MILITARY ORDER OF PURPLE HEART SCHOLARSHIP Sophomore, junior or senior class level; 2.50 cumulative FLC GPA, acceptance into Teacher Education Program, recommendation of Education 324 or 325 instructor required Demonstrated service to disabled population; prior professional training in teaching/aiding disabled required Letter about applicant's career goals, concerns for, experience with and attitudes toward the disabled required $200 Return to Top
THEATRE DEPARTMENT *Application obtained from and returned to the Theatre Department.* DAVID BERG SCHOLARSHIP For Theatre majors with a history of active involvement in FLC Theatre productions The amount is determined on a yearly basis THE GERTRUDE BROWN FINE ARTS SCHOLARSHIP The scholarship will be awarded as determined by the faculty. $1,000 ERTESZEK FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP One award available to any newly declared Theatre major that has shown a high level of scholarship and involvement in theatre productions; another to established Theatre majors based on their financial need, scholarship and dedication to our productions The amounts are determined on a yearly basis THE BETTY HASKELL THEATRE SCHOLARSHIPS 3.0 GPA and a history of active involvement in FLC Theatre productions required The number and amount of scholarships is determined on a yearly basis LYLE HOWARD THEATRE SCHOLARSHIP Junior or senior Theatre major with a GPA of at least 2.5 The amount is determined on a yearly basis THE PERFORMING ARTS SCHOLARSHIP (THEATRE) For Theatre majors with minimum 3.00 cumulative FLC GPA, must be a Colorado resident for tuition purposes and participate in a number of FLC Theatre productions The value is approximate cost of in-state tuition. This scholarship is funded by the Colorado Commission on Higher Education and availability is contingent upon continued funding Return to Top

ADMISSION OFFICE Freshman Scholarships and Awards All freshmen who meet the minimum academic criteria will be considered; there is no additional paperwork required. Students must apply for admission prior to April 1st, 2008 to be considered for FLC Merit Scholarships. FORT LEWIS MERIT SCHOLARSHIP FOR COLORADO RESIDENTS For residents of Colorado $500 annual award to all students with a 92 index or higher $1,000 annual award to all student with a 101 index or higher Guaranteed for a total of 8 semesters or 120 credits, whichever comes first Maintain a 3.0 GPA and complete 30 credits per academic year WUE � WESTERN UNDERGRADUATE EXCHANGE SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM For students who live in WUE states: AK, AZ, CA, HI, ID, MT, NV, NM, ND, OR, SD, UT, WA, WY 1.5 times the in-state tuition rate for students with a 92 index or higher Guaranteed for a total of 8 semesters or 120 credits, whichever comes first Maintain a 3.0 GPA and complete 30 credits per academic year FORT LEWIS MERIT SCHOLARSHIP FOR NON-COLORADO RESIDENTS For students who don�t live in a WUE state $1,000 annual award to students with a 92 index or higher $2,000 annual award to students with a 101 index or higher Guaranteed for a total of 8 semesters or 120 credits, whichever comes first Maintain a 3.0 GPA and complete 30 credits per academic year NEW MEXICO RECIPROCAL AGREEMENT (limited in quantity) For students who live in New Mexico, with priority given to San Juan County residents In-state tuition rate for students with a 101 index or higher Guaranteed for a total of 8 semesters or 120 credits, whichever comes first Maintain a 3.0 GPA and complete 30 credits per academic year WESTERN UNDERGRADUATE EXCHANGE FOR NEW MEXICO RESIDENTS For New Mexico residents who don�t receive the New Mexico Reciprocal Award 1.5 times the in-state tuition for students with a 92 index or higher Guaranteed for a total of 8 semesters or 120 credits, whichever comes first Maintain a 3.0 GPA and complete 30 credits per academic year FORT LEWIS ACHIEVERS SCHOLARSHIP $500 to $1,500 annual award to high achieving students with a commitment to community service and leadership activities Applicant must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) in order to be considered Guaranteed for a total of 8 semesters or 120 credits, whichever comes first Maintain a 3.0 GPA and complete 30 credits per academic year Discretionary funds awarded until funds are exhausted RESIDENT AND NON-RESIDENT NATIVE AMERICANS Native American Tuition Waiver Also eligible for the Merit Award Transfer Scholarships and Awards All NEW transfer applicants from Arapahoe Community College, Colorado Mountain College or Front Range Community College in Colorado and San Juan College in New Mexico who have completed at least 13 college credits will be considered; there is no additional paperwork required. COLORADO BACCALAUREATE BOUND SCHOLARSHIP $500 annual award to qualifying transfer students Applicant must be accepted for the scholarship application term Guaranteed for a total of 8 semesters or 120 credits, whichever comes first Maintain a 3.0 GPA and complete 30 credits per academic year SAN JUAN COLLEGE, NEW MEXICO (SJC) BACCALAUREATE BOUND SCHOLARSHIP Colorado Residents $500 annual award to qualifying Colorado resident SJC students Applicant must be accepted for the scholarship application term Guaranteed for a total of 8 semesters or 120 credits, whichever comes first Maintain a 3.0 GPA and complete 30 credits per academic year New Mexico Residents Colorado-New Mexico Reciprocal Award (in-state tuition; limited in quantity) Must have a 3.5 GPA or higher to qualify Guaranteed for a total of 8 semesters or 120 credits, whichever comes first Maintain a 3.0 GPA and complete 30 credits per academic year WUE Award (1.5 times in-state tuition Must reside in a WUE state (most SJC students are NM residents) Guaranteed for a total of 8 semesters or 120 credits, whichever comes first Maintain a 3.0 GPA and complete 30 credits per academic year San Juan College Honors Students $1,000 to SJC Honors students Guaranteed for a total of 8 semesters or 120 credits, whichever comes first Maintain a 3.0 GPA and complete 30 credits per academic year RESIDENT AND NON-RESIDENT NATIVE AMERICANS Native American Tuition Waiver Also eligible for the Honors Award Return to Top
ALUMNI ASSOCIATION / OFFICE OF ALUMNI RELATIONS The application for the Alumni Scholarship or Old Fort Scholarship (described below) may be entered online at http://www.fortlewis.edu/alumni_friends/alumni/application.asp, or it may be printed and mailed (or dropped off) to Office of Alumni Relations, Fort Lewis College, 1000 Rim Drive, 2201 Berndt Hall, Durango, CO 81301. The application can also be faxed to (970) 247-7175. Detailed information about the scholarships is listed at the link above. Incomplete application packages will not be considered. Alumni Association application form, letter or essay, all high school and college transcripts (may be unofficial) and documentation of financial or special needs are required for both scholarships. Application deadline for these scholarships is February 15, 2008.
THE FORT LEWIS COLLEGE ALUMNI SCHOLARSHIP/AWARD Direct descendent of alumna or alumnus of Fort Lewis College 3.00 cumulative high school or college GPA for Alumni Scholarship, 2.70 for Alumni Award Priority to students enrolled in at least 15 credit hours per term Between $250 and the amount of in-state tuition THE OLD FORT SCHOLARSHIP/AWARD Direct descendent of alumna or alumnus of FLC; preference given to descendents of Old Fort Alumni (those who attended Fort Lewis College when it was located in Hesperus) Preferably completed 30 credit hours at time of application 3.0 cumulative high school or college GPA for the Old Fort Scholarship, 2.70 for the Old Fort Award Priority given to students enrolled in at least 15 credit hours per term Between $250 and the amount of in-state tuition Return to Top FINANCIAL AID OFFICE Eligible recipients will be automatically awarded the following scholarships. No application is required. BACCALAUREATE BOUND FAFSA Required Students from Colorado Mountain College, Arapahoe Community College and Front Range Community College Minimum 15 transferred credits accepted by Fort Lewis College $500 awarded per academic year Maintain a 3.0 GPA and complete 30 credits per academic year Guaranteed for a total of 8 semesters or 120 credits, whichever comes first THE FIRST GENERATION STUDENT GRANT AWARD Colorado resident for tuition purposes Neither parent has earned a bachelor's degree FAFSA required Must maintain 2.00 FLC GPA Automatically awarded until funding is gone Renewed for 8 terms of continuous attendance (excluding summer) $2,000 awarded per academic year, 1/2 in Fall and 1/2 in Winter FORT LEWIS MERIT SCHOLARSHIP FOR COLORADO RESIDENTS - RENEWAL For residents of Colorado $500 annual award to all students with a 92 index or higher Guaranteed for a total of 8 semesters or 120 credits, whichever comes first Maintain a 3.0 GPA and complete 30 credits per academic year WUE � WESTERN UNDERGRADUATE EXCHANGE SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM - RENEWAL For students who live in WUE states: AK, AZ, CA, HI, ID, MT, NV, NM, ND, OR, SD, UT, WA, WY 1.5 times the in-state tuition rate for students with a 92 index or higher Guaranteed for a total of 8 semesters or 120 credits, whichever comes first Maintain a 3.0 GPA and complete 30 credits per academic year FORT LEWIS MERIT SCHOLARSHIP FOR NON-COLORADO RESIDENTS - RENEWAL For students who don�t live in a WUE state $1,000 annual award to students with a 92 index or higher Guaranteed for a total of 8 semesters or 120 credits, whichever comes first Maintain a 3.0 GPA and complete 30 credits per academic year NEW MEXICO RECIPROCAL AGREEMENT (limited in quantity) - RENEWAL For students who live in New Mexico, with priority given to San Juan County residents In-state tuition rate for students with a 101 index or higher Guaranteed for a total of 8 semesters or 120 credits, whichever comes first Maintain a 3.0 GPA and complete 30 credits per academic year WESTERN UNDERGRADUATE EXCHANGE FOR NEW MEXICO RESIDENTS - RENEWAL For New Mexico residents who don�t receive the New Mexico Reciprocal Award 1.5 times the in-state tuition for students with a 92 index or higher Guaranteed for a total of 8 semesters or 120 credits, whichever comes first Maintain a 3.0 GPA and complete 30 credits per academic year FORT LEWIS ACHIEVERS SCHOLARSHIP - RENEWAL $500 to $1,500 annual award to high achieving students with a commitment to community service and leadership activities Applicant must complete the FAFSA in order to be considered Guaranteed for a total of 8 semesters or 120 credits, whichever comes first Maintain a 3.0 GPA and complete 30 credits per academic year Return to Top

FORT LEWIS COLLEGE FOUNDATION OFFICE Applications are obtained from and returned to the FLC Foundation Office, 2200 Berndt Hall, 1000 Rim Drive, Fort Lewis College, Durango, CO 81301 (970)-247-7121 unless otherwise stated, or you can print an application from our website at: http://www.fortlewis.edu/alumni_friends/foundation/scholarships.asp Please refer to this website for additional requirements specific to each scholarship. Detailed information about the scholarship is also listed on the website and the website information will take precedent over information in the Fort Lewis College Scholarship Guide. Incomplete applications will not be considered. All scholarships require essays and some require that a FAFSA to be filed with Financial Aid. Copies of required transcripts (unofficial transcripts accepted) must be submitted by the applicant. Depending upon availability of funds, more than one award may be granted on some scholarships. Scholarship renewals require reapplication. Unless otherwise stated, all applications are reviewed by the FLC Foundation Office and applicable Scholarship Committees. *Application deadline for all Foundation Scholarships is February 15, 2008.* THE AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF UNIVERSITY WOMEN (AAUW) SCHOLARSHIP Female non-traditional student at least 25 year of age Must be resident of La Plata, San Juan, Archuleta, Montezuma, or San Miguel counties Must have completed 30 credit hours minimum and have 2.5 cumulative GPA Separate AAUW application required (found on Foundation website) Academic transcripts, FAFSA, and one paragraph statement of short and long term goals $1,000 toward tuition or fees THE MARYMAUREEN KATHRYN ANDERSON SCHOLARSHIP Pressing economic need, FAFSA required Minimum of one faculty/staff recommendation supporting high moral character required Academic transcripts, Foundation Scholarship Application and essay required $500 THE RICHARD AND MARJORIE ANESI SCHOLARSHIP List of extracurricular/community activities, academic transcripts, Foundation Scholarship Application and essay required Preference to first generation student, defined as neither parent having obtained a bachelor's degree Durango High School graduate with 2.70 or better high school GPA; Sophomore; junior or senior students may apply if a scholarship is discontinued and re-awarded to another student Can continue up to 8 semesters, but student must declare major by beginning of their junior year Between $1,000 and amount of in-state tuition THE DEAN ERNEST H. BADER MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FLC Senior, 2.0 FLC cumulative GPA or higher Priority to applicants who show future potential through an essay Preference to descendent of FLC alumnus Must demonstrate financial need, FAFSA and Foundation Scholarship Application required THE BLUE ZENITH SCHOLARSHIP Graduate of Mancos High School requiring need-based assistance GPA, active citizenship within the Mancos community and Mancos High School leadership skills also considered Renewable for up to four years, however, must maintain 2.8 GPA Unofficial transcripts, Foundation Scholarship Application and essay required In-state tuition, fees and stipend for books THE MICHAEL BODO TRUST Post-freshmen students, must not be eligible for need-based financial aid, FAFSA required 2.00 FLC cumulative GPA, with consideration given to those whose recent grades indicate an improvement Academic transcripts, Foundation Scholarship Application and essay required $1,000 THE JOHN BORASKI SCHOLARSHIP Junior or senior level with minimum 2.00 FLC cumulative GPA Evidence of participation in one or more school sponsored activities and/or organization required FAFSA, Foundation Scholarship Application, and academic transcripts and essay required $500 THE GERTRUDE BROWN FINE ARTS SCHOLARSHIP Fine Arts major preferred, letter describing academic goals and interest in Fine Arts required Academic transcripts, Foundation Scholarship Application and essay required $500 to $1,000 THE JESSE BROWN MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP For members, employees, and their immediate families, of: Colorado Timber Industry Association, Koppers Industries or Louisiana Pacific Corporation Colorado resident, must be officially accepted to FLC prior to applying for this scholarship Priority to students who have completed a minimum of 32 credit hours at FLC Academic transcripts, Jesse Brown application (found on the Foundation website) and essay required $500 THE CARLENO MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP Resident of (in order of preference) Durango, La Plata County, Southwest CO, CO 3.0 cumulative high school or college GPA Enrolled in major leading to any medical field Foundation Scholarship Application, academic transcript(s) and essay required $500 THE CRAIG-DYER SCHOLARSHIP Graduate of high schools in La Plata County and/or Archuleta County CO resident, out of school less than 3 years Not eligible for need-based financial aid, FAFSA required Priority to students planning to major in agriculture, education, or engineering; however any major is acceptable Foundation Scholarship Application and academic transcripts required THE ROBERT A. AND MITOSHI DALLA SCHOLARSHIP Economic need most important consideration for this award Have and maintain 3.0 cumulative GPA Any grade level may be considered Foundation Scholarship Application, academic transcript(s) and essay required $200 THE HELEN SLOAN DANIELS SCHOLARSHIP Junior or Senior Southwest Studies major who shows strong academic promise Foundation Scholarship Application and essay required $500 THE TOM DANIELSON CYCLING SCHOLARSHIP Maintain GPA of 2.5 or higher Good standing in men's or women's cycling team Application for on the Foundation website, college or high school (if freshman) transcripts (unofficial ok) required List of outside activities, essay required $500 minimum and up; to cover tuition, fees, and on-campus room and board THE SHARY DOAK MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP Non-traditional student preferred Sophomore, junior or senior with GPA of 2.5 or higher Must demonstrate financial need Foundation Scholarship Application, essay and list of outside activities required $350 THE DURANGO 100 CLUB SCHOLARSHIP Must have one parent employed by City of Durango Police or Fire Department, Colorado State Patrol, or La Plata County Sheriff's Office or be child of a parent killed in the line of duty 2.70 high school GPA if first time freshman, or 2.70 cumulative FLC GPA if continuing student Must complete minimum of 12 credit hours at FLC with 2.50 cumulative GPA for fall term in order to be eligible to continue scholarship for winter term Foundation Scholarship Application and academic transcript(s) and essay required $1,000 CECIL P. GARDIPE SCHOLARSHIP Sophomore or higher, cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher, involved in formal or extra-curricular athletics Preference to Colorado or Four Corner regional students Foundation Scholarship Application, academic transcript(s), list of outside activities, essay required $1,000 THE GARRETT FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP Transfer student from Pueblo Community College, Southwest Branch Foundation Scholarship Application, academic transcript(s) and essay required $500 THE LEROY GOODWIN SCHOLARSHIP Interest in politics, public opinion, government, law or political theory Minimum 3.00 cumulative FLC GPA, Foundation Scholarship Application, essay required In-state tuition THE GREG HARRIS SCHOLARSHIP Preference to junior or senior Political Science major or minor, Political Science Department will select recipient GPA 3.00 or higher, academic transcript(s), Foundation Scholarship Application, essay required $1,000 THE NATHAN ROBERT HERTZOG MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP Junior or senior with FLC cumulative GPA of 3.00 Declared major in Latin American Studies Foundation Scholarship Application, academic transcript(s), essay required $500 CONNIE HILB-LUNDQUIST SCHOLARSHIP Completed 30 credit hours at FLC with FLC cumulative GPA of 2.75 or higher Any academic discipline, preference given to participant in performing arts courses or activities Foundation Scholarship Application, academic transcript(s), list of performing arts accomplishments and essay required In-state tuition THE FERN AND WALTER HOLMQUIST SCHOLARSHIP 2.50 cumulative GPA Preference to Native American students Preference to pre-med, teacher licensing, law enforcement, computer science and all the sciences Foundation Scholarship Application, academic transcript(s), essay required $500 THE NORA HORAN LEADERSHIP AWARD Must have overcome or currently be overcoming major obstacle in obtaining degree Cumulative FLC GPA 3.00, evidence of campus leadership required Senior, completed 90 credit hours, intending to graduate from FLC within one calendar year Preference to School of Business major, other majors also considered FAFSA, Foundation Scholarship Application, academic transcript(s) and essay required $1,000 - recipient's choice to take total in one term or spread it over two terms THE DON AND HELEN JAMES FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP CO resident, completed minimum 30 credit hours 3.0 cumulative FLC GPA, complete 12 credit hours per term FAFSA, Foundation Scholarship Application, academic transcript(s), and essay required $2,000 THE SUZANNE JONES MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP CO resident, 3.0 FLC cumulative GPA (applicants with less than 12 credit hours will provide high school GPA), major in business or related field Must complete 15 credit hours for each of the two terms the scholarship is held Foundation Scholarship Application, academic transcript(s), and essay required $200 THE KIWANIS CLUB OF THE NARROW GAUGE SCHOLARSHIP 2.50 cumulative GPA whether high school or college applicant La Plata County resident who graduated or intends to graduate from Durango, Ignacio or Bayfield high school Preference to incoming freshman Must maintain 2.50 FLC cumulative GPA, complete minimum 15 credit hours per term Foundation Scholarship Application, academic transcript(s), list of extracurricular activities in senior year of high school or current year of college, and essay required $500 THE HELEN KROEGER-FARIS SCHOLARSHIP 2.0 high school cumulative GPA for freshman, 2.50 FLC cumulative GPA for sophomores, 2.75 for juniors and 3.0 for seniors Graduate of any high school in drainage area of San Juan or Dolores river basins in Colorado or New Mexico Recipient must complete 15 credit hours per term Foundation Scholarship Application, essay required In-state tuition THE HOWARD LATHROP SCHOLARSHIP Junior or senior Graduate of high school in Delta, Montrose, Olathe, or La Plata counties Based on achievement, scholastic promise and financial need FAFSA, Foundation Scholarship Application and academic transcript(s) and essay required In-state tuition JACK LEPLATT SCHOLARSHIP Preference to (in order of preference) Bayfield High School graduates, students with Bayfield mailing addresses, residents of La Plata County High school or transfer cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher, or a 2.50 if currently enrolled at FLC If a junior or senior must have declared a major Preference to applicants who have financial need as determined by FLC Financial Aid Office FAFSA, Foundation Scholarship Application, academic transcript(s) and essay required $500 THE CALLISTO AND CATHERINE LUCHINI SCHOLARSHIP Freshman formally admitted to FLC; 2.50 cumulative high school GPA; current year graduate of Bayfield, Durango, Ignacio, or Pagosa Springs high school Preference to students from ranching background Foundation Scholarship Application, academic transcript(s), list of extracurricular activities, essay required $500 per year for books THE ROBERT LUNDQUIST SCHOLARSHIP Sophomore standing or higher with learning disability FLC cumulative GPA 2.75 or higher, this GPA must be maintained throughout the year Foundation Scholarship Application, academic transcript(s), verification of disability from the FLC Disability Service Center, essay required In-state tuition THE INA WELSH COOK MARTIN MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP Freshman, in-state resident, with a 3.5 GPA Maintain at least a 3.0 GPA during the four years and carry at least 15 credit hours per term Must have strong financial need and complete a FAFSA Priority given to students with a learning disability majoring in teaching, or teaching the disabled Must declare major by beginning of junior year Recipient must be from single parent family and have multiple siblings, or be a single parent student with more than one child Foundation Scholarship Application, academic transcript(s), verification of disability, and essay (see Foundation website for details) required Four year scholarship to cover full tuition, fees, books, room and board (may cover one extra term of continuous academia study excluding summer) THE RALPH MILO MARTIN MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP Freshman, in-state resident, with a 2.5 GPA, carry at least 15 credit hours per term Increase and maintain GPA to a 3.0 during the sophomore, junior and senior years Must be a first generation college student - neither parent having ever attended college Must have strong financial need and complete a FAFSA Must declare major by junior year, preference given to agriculture or environmental majors Must have a ranching or farming background Must be resident of La Plata, Archuleta, or San Juan counties Need no less than three recommendations describing recipient's interest in college and successful qualities Foundation Scholarship Application, academic transcript(s) and essay required Four year scholarship to cover full tuition, fees, books, room and board (may cover one extra term of continuous academia study excluding summer) THE JOSEPH MCKINLEY-KIWANIS SCHOLARSHIP Sophomore, junior or senior; graduate of high school in Dolores, Montezuma, San Juan, La Plata, Archuleta or that portion of Hinsdale or Mineral counties within the drainage of the San Juan River and its tributaries Must show financial need, 2.50 or better GPA FAFSA, Foundation Scholarship Application, academic transcript(s), essay required $1,200 THE MARY ELLEN MOREHART MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP Resident of La Plata or Archuleta counties Completed minimum 30 credit hours, current 2.0 cumulative FLC GPA to be maintained throughout the year for which the award is granted Foundation Scholarship Application, academic transcript(s), essay required $1,000 THE JULIAN H. MURPHY SCHOLARSHIP Junior or senior Must maintain 3.00 GPA Preference to those who have shown academic improvement Foundation Scholarship Application, academic transcript(s), listing of academic and extracurri