Scholarship Opportunities and Application Guide | SKYCTC

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Scholarships

Invest in your future

Discover scholarships designed to help you achieve your goals at SKYCTC.

At Southcentral Kentucky Community and Technical College (SKYCTC), we believe cost should never stand in the way of your education. Our scholarships make college more affordable and are supported by generous individuals, businesses, and community partners.

Awards are available for students in all programs — from general need-based scholarships to those focused on areas like Culinary Arts, Electrical Technology, Nursing, and Allied Health.

If selected, you’ll receive an acceptance email to your KCTCS student account. Scholarship recipients are encouraged to file a FAFSA each year, maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress, meet award criteria, and thank their donor. Scholarships depend on available funds, and award amounts may vary annually.

Apply today to see how SKYCTC can help you reach your educational and career goals!

How to Apply for Scholarships

One Application. Multiple Opportunities.

What’s so special about our online scholarship application? It identifies which scholarships are the best fit for you while you're completing the application! You won't have to worry about determining what you're eligible for—the system does it for you.

Fill out ONE online application and be considered for multiple awards. Students do not need to apply for individual scholarships during the application process, as they will be automatically matched to scholarships for which they meet the criteria.

The scholarship application has two parts:

  1. KCTCS General Application
  2. Southcentral Conditional Application

Keep these instructions and tips handy while starting your new online scholarship application:

  • The new online scholarship application works best in the following web browsers: Chrome, Firefox, Safari, and Microsoft Edge.
  • Please, be sure to sign in with your full KCTCS username (example: jdoe001@kctcs.edu – the “@kctcs.edu” is necessary) and password under the “Applicants and Administrators” tab.
    • New students will be able to access their username and password just a few days after submitting their initial Application for Admission. If you haven’t applied for admission yet, please do that before applying for scholarships!
    • If you need help with your login information, please contact SKYSupport@kctcs.edu.
  • To be considered for scholarships, you must submit the General KCTCS application, and when prompted complete the additional questions specific to SKYCTC scholarships. Be sure to complete both sections! 

Apply for Scholarship(s)

Scholarship requirements

  • Priority Deadline: March 1
    • Applications received after the priority deadline will only be considered if funding is available.
  • To apply:
    • Submit a completed admissions application
    • Submit a completed scholarship application
    • Maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0
    • Scholarship applicants are encouraged to file the FAFSA
      • SKYCTC offers scholarships for students who may not qualify for traditional financial aid but still need help covering college costs—especially those in the middle-income range. The FAFSA is not required to apply, and many students are eligible even if they don’t receive other assistance. If you're unsure, apply anyway—you might be surprised!
  • High School Seniors
    • High school seniors should obtain an official seventh-semester transcript and a copy of ACT scores from their school and submit to Admissions.
  • Must be seeking a credential at SKYCTC and meeting Satisfactory Academic Progress

Scholarship Policies and Process:

  • Scholarships do not apply to summer terms
  • Students must maintain eligibility criteria for both fall and spring semesters
  • Courses not taken at SKYCTC (including online courses from other KCTCS colleges) are not covered
  • Scholarships are not transferable to other colleges within or outside the KCTCS system
  • Students will be notified of their scholarship status via their KCTCS email by the SKYCTC Foundation
  • Scholarships disburse with SKYCTC Financial Aid’s first disbursement date for fall and spring
  • Eligibility is checked after the census date each semester
  1. Applicants complete and return the scholarship application by the priority deadline.
  2. Scholarship Coordinator reviews and complies the application information.
  3. The scholarship information is sent to the Scholarship Committee for review.
  4. The Scholarship Committee reviews, scores and makes recommendations for awards.
  5. Scholarship applicants are notified of the committee’s decisions via KCTCS email by the Foundation.
  6. Applicants accept/decline awards by the deadline listed in the email.
  7. Applicants return required thank you notes (if applicable) by the deadline listed in the email.
  8. The scholarship is posted to the student’s award panel.

The SKYCTC Scholarship Committee reviews each application to determine eligibility. If selected, you’ll receive an email to your KCTCS email address with award details and instructions to accept. You’ll have until the deadline listed in your award email to accept your scholarship—otherwise, it may be awarded to another student.

Students who receive scholarship funds must:

  • Are encouraged to file a FAFSA annually
  • Maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress
  • Meet specific award criteria for their awards

How does a scholarship affect your financial aid?

Receiving a scholarship is great news — it helps reduce the amount you need to pay for college! However, because all your financial aid combined can’t be more than your total cost of attendance, your scholarship may change how your other aid is applied.

If you’re awarded a scholarship, let the SKYCTC Financial Aid Office know right away. They’ll review your aid package and make any necessary adjustments — for example, reducing loan amounts before need-based grants. This ensures you’re getting the maximum benefit from your financial aid.

Have questions? SKYCTC is here to help! Check out our FAQ page for general questions about SKYCTC Scholarships: Scholarship Application Guide and FAQs. 

Good luck with your scholarship application — we’re cheering you on!

Additional Questions

Chantal Allen
(270) 901-1186
skyctcfoundation@kctcs.edu 

(270) 901-1000
sky-dualcredit@kctcs.edu 

(270) 901-1000
sky-admission@kctcs.edu 

(270) 901-1006
southcentral-financialaid@kctcs.edu 

Deni Bahic
(270) 901-1120
southcentral-businessoffice@kctcs.edu 

SKYCTC Foundation
Attn: Heather Rogers
1845 Loop Drive
Bowling Green, KY 42101
(270) 901-1116
heather.rogers@kctcs.edu