Wallace Community College also offers a number of privately funded scholarships through external agencies. These scholarships may have specific requirements beyond those established by the College. Consideration is given to students who meet requirements set forth in the respective scholarship guidelines.
Alabama Automotive Manufacturers Association Scholarship
Date Posted: October 8, 2024
Deadline: November 4, 2024
The AAMA and the Alabama Community College System are teaming up to help Alabamians interested in pursuing a technical education certificate or associate degree in preparation for a career related to the automotive manufacturing industry.
- Automated Manufacturing Technology
- Industrial Electronics Technology
- Industrial Maintenance Technology
- Manufacturing Technology
- Automotive Service Technician
Review link for full details.
Completing the Dream Scholarship Program
Date Posted: June 18, 2024
Deadline: December 6, 2024
The Sallie Mae Fund’s Completing the Dream Scholarship Program helps students from under-resourced, underrepresented, and underserved communities complete their post-secondary education. Students on track to complete their degree or continuous education program who are facing financial challenges may apply to receive a one-time scholarship of up to $2,500 to help complete their post-secondary education program. Scholarship applications for AY 2024-25 are being accepted now through 12/6/24 or until all scholarship dollars have been awarded.
NISOD Student Essay Contest
Date Posted: October 2, 2024
Deadline: March 7, 2025
Three (3) winning student authors will each receive:
- $1,000 USD
- Travel to the International Conference on Teaching and Leadership Excellence, which includes:
- Up to $400 USD toward travel to Austin, Texas;
- Up to two (2) nights lodging (Saturday and Sunday nights only);
- One (1) complimentary conference registration.
NISOD Graphic Design Contest
Date Posted: October 2, 2024
Deadline: March 7, 2025
The winning student artist will receive:
- $1,000 USD
- Travel to the International Conference on Teaching and Leadership Excellence (May 24-27 in Austin, Texas), which includes:
- Up to $400 USD toward travel to Austin, Texas;
- Up to three (3) nights lodging (Saturday, Sunday, Monday nights only);
- One (1) complimentary conference registration.
In addition, each winning student’s college will receive a complimentary one-year NISOD membership.
Army Emergency Relief Scholarship Opportunities
Date Posted: March 27, 2024
Deadline: May 1, 2025
Mrs. Patty Shinseki Spouse Scholarship Program –Spouses may apply year-round (no deadlines) and must re-apply every year.
Maj. Gen. James Ursano Scholarship Program for Dependent Children – Deadline May 1, 2024