Walter Scott Career Pathway Scholarship

Scholarship: Northeast Community College - Walter Scott Career Pathway Scholarship

Description: The Walter Scott, Jr. Career Pathway Scholarship supports students pursuing qualified programs of study (see list on website) leading to high-skill, high-demand, and high-wage careers. Scott Pathway Scholars will engage in an educational experience that integrates both curricular and co-curricular learning. 

Scholarship recipients receive:

• Full coverage of tuition, fees, housing, and meal costs for up to four consecutive semesters

• Expert guidance from college to career

• A dedicated living-learning environment with a cohort of peers

• Career and leadership development opportunities

• Specialized student success programming, including a summer bridge program

• Access to paid internships and sponsorships

• Job placement assistance

• Possible additional funding for books and tools

Eligibility Requirements:

• Live on the Norfolk campus in a dedicated living-learning environment

• Enroll in classes at the Norfolk campus

• Maintain a minimum cumulative grade-point average of 2.0

• Register for 12 or more credit hours per semester

• Attend career development activities

• Meet regularly with the Scott Pathway staff

• Participate in a paid sponsorship, internship, apprenticeship, or employment in a program-related field

• Citizenship or permanent legal residence is required for applicants

Application Deadline: February 1st

Website to Apply:

• Northeast Walter Scott Career Pathway Program