RCC Foundation Scholarships - Frequently Asked Questions

I applied for scholarships. When will I find out if I am receiving an award? 
All applicants will receive a letter of determination in May 2010.  Both recipients and students who are not chosen for awards will receive written notification.  Please do not call the foundation office for results.

I received a scholarship, what happens next? 
All recipients will be invited to attend the Annual RCC Foundation Scholarship Award Ceremony on May 26th, 2010.  The Ceremony will be held at the Grants Pass High School Performing Arts Center.  You are not required to attend, but we encourage you to do so.  Your family is welcome and you may have the opportunity to meet the donor responsible for your scholarship award.

Additionally, all recipients are REQUIRED to submit a thank-you note for each scholarship award no later than June 1, 2010.  Students who do not meet this requirement will forfeit their scholarship award(s).

How do I get my scholarship money?
Scholarship money will be applied directly to student accounts in three equal installments (Fall/Winter/Spring).  The first installment will post to your account prior to the beginning of fall term.

I received a scholarship, but cannot attend the awards ceremony on May 26th.  Will this affect my scholarship?
The Awards Ceremony is a special event to recognize students and their achievements.  Attendance at this event is not mandatory and will not affect scholarship awards.

I received a scholarship but decided I'm going to a different college. Can I take my scholarship with me or give it to a friend?
RCC Foundation scholarships are not transferable and cannot be used at any college or institution other than RCC. Declined awards will be returned to the fund and may be awarded to another eligible student according to RCC Foundation policies & procedure.

Can I use my scholarship award to purchase books?
If you have funds left in your student account after tuition and fees have posted for the term, you may purchase books by going directly to the bookstore.  The staff will be able to assist you in this process.

I’m enrolled for classes but the scholarship money is not in my account.
Each term students are required to meet minimum enrollment and GPA requirements as designated by your scholarship award.  These requirements were stated at the bottom of your RCC Foundation Scholarship Award Letter. If you do not meet the requirements for any term that the scholarship is awarded, your scholarship may be cancelled from your account.  If you are unsure of your scholarship requirements, please call the foundation office at 956-7327 or visit any RCC Rogue Central location.

I received a scholarship, but I have special circumstances that I would like to have considered.
(Examples: I would like to have funds available during summer term; I can’t meet the enrollment requirements for fall term; my scholarship requires 12 credits per term but my program is considered FT at 9 credits, etc.)  If you are requesting any exception to the disbursement of your scholarship, please contact the foundation office directly.  You will most likely be asked to submit your request in writing.  Any circumstances that may affect your scholarship eligibility should be discussed with the foundation office immediately.  All final decisions are made by the RCC Foundation.

Steps required to finalize a scholarship award. 
If you are selected as a scholarship recipient, these steps must be followed to receive and remain eligible for your award.
1.  Return your required thank-you note addressed to the donor to the RCC Foundation office no later than June 1, 2010. If you fail to meet this requirement, your scholarship award will be forfeited.
2.  Maintain the specific enrollment and GPA requirements as indicated by your award letter in order for the award to remain intact for the current and upcoming term. If you are selected for a scholarship and will not meet the minimum requirements for any term covered by the award, or if you have any questions about your requirements, contact the foundation office directly at 956-7327.