SKYCTC Scholarships | SKYCTC

SKYCTC Scholarships

  • Apply Online beginning November 15 for the following fall/spring semesters
  • Priority Deadline: March 1
    • Applications received after the priority deadline will be considered if funding is available.
  • Scholarship applicants are encouraged to file the FAFSA
  • Must be seeking a credential at SKYCTC and meeting Satisfactory Academic Progress
  • Write a Career Goal Statement
  • SKY Merit and DC to Finish are automatically awarded and do not require an application. Please see the SKY Merit and DC to Finish page for details.

High School Seniors

  • Obtain an official seventh-semester transcript (schools using block schedules should provide a transcript as of December 31) and a copy of your ACT scores from your high school.
  • Check out the SKYCTC Merit and DC2F scholarships available to you with NO application required.
  • Open to both first-time and current SKYCTC students, full or part-time
  • Preference will be given to applicants having a 3.0 GPA or greater (high school or college) and/or the highest test scores (ACT, Compass,etc.)
  • Must complete FAFSA, first priority for financial need
  • Available to female Warren County residents
  • Preference given to a non-traditional student, enrolled at least part-time
  • Selection will be based on financial need
  • Recent graduates of Bowling Green High School who are, or will be, enrolled in an associate degree or diploma program at SKYCTC
  • First preference will be given to students enrolled in trade programs.
  • Recipients must have a 2.0 GPA and will be selected based on merit, need, and specific program of study.
  • Available to students from Bowling Green-Warren County pursuing an Electrical or HVAC certificate or degree
  • Must complete FAFSA, priority will be given for financial need.
  • Student must be enrolled in Culinary Arts program
  • Student must be enrolled full time with at least 12 credit hours accumulated
  • Minimum 2.75 GPA overall
  • Award amounts vary per academic year
  • Must be a Kentucky resident who are U.S. citizens and desire to pursue a post-secondary education and training at any of the SKYCTC Campuses
  • Have and maintain a 2.5 GPA and be enrolled at least part-time (6 credit hours or more)
  • Priority is given for financial need and only applied to the extent that financial aid does not cover tuition, fees and textbook expenses.
  • First preference is given to students involved in the Fire Rescue Science Technology, Paramedic or Nursing Programs 
  • Student must be enrolled at least part time
  • Recipient must reapply each semester
  • Maintain 2.0 GPA
  • Selection will be based upon financial need
  • Open to both first-time and current SKYCTC students, full or part-time.
  • Preference will be given to students who are graduates of Butler County High School.
  • Applicant must have a 2.5 GPA or greater (high school or college) and be pursuing an associate in Allied Health.
  • Second preference will be given to a student pursuing an Associate in Science degree.
  • Priority will be given for financial need.
  • Must be United States citizens
  • Graduated from a Bowling Green or Warren County high school
  • Enrolled in the second year of the RN program
  • Student must have met all requirements of the nursing program and be in good standing academically
  • Open to both first-time and current SKYCTC Students, full or part time. 
  • Students must have a minimum 2.00 GPA (high school or college) and be pursuing a degree in Automotive Technology. 
  • First preference will be given to students who are graduates of Lighthouse Academy or South Warren High School.
  • Students must have completed at least two semesters in a Career and Technical Education Pathway and be classified as a CTE concentrator at their home high school or WCATC.
  • Students must have no more than 8 absences during their senior year (excused or unexcused).
  • Must have a cumulative 2.5 GPA during high school and maintain a 3.0 GPA during all college-level coursework to qualify for the second-year renewal.
  • First preference if given to students from the Warren Co ATC.
  • Must be a student from Barren, Metcalfe, Monroe or Allen counties
  • First preference will be given to LPN
  • If there are no LPN students who have applied, second preference will go to RN students
  • Student must be enrolled in a SKYCTC nursing program and have accumulated at least 12 credit hours
  • The student must be in good academic standing with a minimum overall GPA of 3.0
  • The scholarship is based on academics, attendance and financial need
  • Simpson Co. On Track Dual Credit Scholarship (Simpson Co.)
  • Delta Faucet Dual Credit Scholarship (Butler Co.)
  • Please contact your high school counselor or the SKYCTC Dual Credit team at SKY-DualCredit@kctcs.edu or (270) 901-4332 for more information
  • Applicant must be a Franklin/Simpson County resident
  • Student must be enrolled at least part-time and have accumulated 12 credit hours
  • Minimum 2.5 GPA overall
  • Student must demonstrate the need of financial assistance
  • Recipient must reapply each semester 
  • Open to Franklin Simpson High School students who are pursuing a degree at SKYCTC.
  • Preference given to those majoring in a STEM field
  • Priority given to participants in the Bridge Academy
  • Minimum Cumulative 2.5 GPA
  • Available for a first-time SKYCTC student
  • Student must have a cumulative high school or college GPA of 2.5
  • Student must have completed the admission process at SKYCTC and be enrolled full-time 
  • Must be pursuing an Associate of Arts or Science degree
  • Be enrolled at least part time
  • Have at least a 2.75 overall GPA (high school or college)
  • Preference will be given to students who are a member of an underrepresented or marginalized group (including but not limited to underrepresented racial populations, women, LGBTQI, low income, individuals with disabilities, etc.)
  • Applicant will need to provide a statement that answers the question, “What role does diversity and inclusion play in your life?”
  • Student must attend a Warren County SKYCTC campus
  • Student must have accumulated 12 credit hours
  • Student must have a minimum 2.5 GPA overall
  • Student must demonstrate financial need and the potential for achieving academic success
  • The applicants must submit a letter or recommendation from a current faculty member or advisor
  • First priority is given to students from Butler or Logan counties
  • Student must be enrolled at least part-time and maintain a 2.0 GPA or higher 
  • Student must be enrolled in the Welding Technology program
  • Student must be enrolled at least part-time with 12 credit hours accumulated
  • Maintain a 2.5 GPA overall
  • Recipient must reapply each year
  • The Scholarship is open to graduates of Allen County Scottsville High School, both first-time and current SKYCTC students, full or part-time.
  • First priority will be given for financial need.
  • Preference will be given to applicants having a 2.5 GPA or greater (high
    school or college).
  • Open to Logan County High School students who are pursuing a degree at SKYCTC
  • Student must have and maintain a 2.5 GPA or greater (high school or college)
  • The applicant should exhibit good character
  • Must complete FAFSA, first priority will be given for financial need
  • At least one student in each of the 16 KCTCS college districts will be selected to receive a $2500 scholarship to cover tuition, books, and other educational expenses
  • Recipients must be a Kentucky resident
  • Must attend school full time, pursue an associate degree
  • Must be a single working parent with one or more children under the age of 12
  • Demonstrate enthusiasm for learning and potential for academic success
  • Demonstrate financial need not met by other sources
  • This scholarship is automatically renewable for the second year provided the student meets satisfactory academic progress criteria and remains enrolled full time 
  • Must be a US veteran, active military or dependent of a US veteran to be considered.
  • GPA and financial need are determining factors.
  • Student must be a Kentucky resident and enrolled full-time
  • Student must have a minimum GPA of 2.5 overall
  • Preference will be  given to African-American students pursuing a degree or verification in Business Studies
  • Student must be enrolled in the SKYCTC/Glasgow Campus Practical Nursing program
  • Student must demonstrate the potential for achieving academic excellence
  • Preference will be given to students from Allen County-Scottsville High School who are pursuing a degree or certification
    • Second preference will be given to students from the Barren River Area Development District (BRADD)
  • Students must have and maintain a 2.50 overall GPA
  • Selection will be based upon financial need
  • Open to any student from Scottsville-Allen County
  • Student must be enrolled at least part-time
  • Selection will be based upon financial need 
  • Open to students from Barren County ATC who will purse an Allied Health degree at SKYCTC.
  • Allied health programs include: Medical Information Technology, Medicaid Nurse Aide, Nursing-RN, Nursing-LPN, Radiography, Respiratory Care Technology, Surgical Technology, and Associate in Science
  • Student must have a cumulative high school GPA of 3.0 and demonstrate involvement and overall good student character
  • Student must be enrolled full-time (12 credit hour/semester)
  • Priority will be given for financial need
  • Franklin/Simpson County resident
  • Students must be enrolled at least part time and have accumulated 12 credit hours
  • Minimum 2.5 GPA overall
  • Student must demonstrate the need of financial assistance
  • Recipient must reapply each year
     
  • Student must be enrolled full-time (at least 12 credit hours) in the Electrical Technology program
  • Must have a minimum GPA of 2.5 overall
  • First preference will be given to students from the Franklin-Simpson High School
  • Student should provide a letter of recommendation from a teacher or guidance counselor
  • Open to any student attending SKYCTC to earn a degree or certificate in Electrical Technology
  • Recipient must reapply each year in order to be considered by the Scholarship Committee for a second year award 
  • Students must be a US Citizen AND KY resident
  • Student must have accumulated 12 credit hours at SKYCTC
  • Award amounts vary per academic year and application merit
  • Student must demonstrate the need of financial assistance
  • Available to students pursuing a Business Administration Systems or Medical Information Technology degree.
  • Student must be enrolled full-time and have completed 12 credit hours at SKYCTC with a minimum GPA of 3.0
  • Must complete FAFSA, priority will be given for financial need 
  • First preference will be given to family members of Rick Dockery
  • Second preference will be given to applicants from Butler County who are pursuing a degree or certificate in Welding
  • Student must be enrolled at least part-time and maintain a 2.0 GPA 
  • Student must be a Bowling Green or Warren County high school graduate who desires to pursue a post-secondary education and training at any SKYCTC campuses within Warren County
  • Maintain 2.0 GPA overall
  • Student must demonstrate the need of financial assistance
  • Recipient must demonstrate the potential in achieving academic excellence
  • Student must be enrolled full-time (at least 12 credit hours) in the Collision Repair program
  • Must have a minimum GPA of 2.5 overall
  • Priority will be given for financial need 
  • Open to Kentucky residents who are current SKYCTC students, enrolled at least part-time (6 credit hours or more) in a high wage/high demand field.
  • Have and maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0 overall
  • Student must exemplify leadership abilities through on-campus involvement and extracurricular activities
  • Priority will be given to those with financial need
  • Open to first-time and current students
  • First preference will be given to single mothers
  • Priority will be given to students from Allen, Barren & Monroe Counties
  • Application must have a 3.00 or higher GPA (high school or college)
  • Must be pursuing an associate degree
  • Financial need will be considered
  • The Scholarship is open to both first-time and current SKYCTC students, full or part-time.
  • First priority will be given to female students, who reside in the Barren River Area Development District within Southcentral Kentucky.
  • Preference will be given to applicants having a 3.0 GPA or greater (high school or college) and demonstrating financial need.
  • Preference will be given to Housing Authority residents; otherwise the scholarship will be available for Business Studies students
  • Student must demonstrate the potential for achieving academic success
  • Student must be enrolled full time and have accumulated 12 credit hours
  • Student must be in good academic standing with a minimum 2.75 GPA overall 
  • Available to first-time SKYCTC students who have earned no more than twelve (12) college credit hours and have successfully completed high school or earned a GED
  • Award(s) will be made to both full-time (at least 12 credit hours/semester) and part-time (at least 6 credit hours/semester) students based on availability of funds
  • Must complete FAFSA, priority will be given for financial need
  • Open to any incoming or current SKYCTC students
  • Student must be enrolled full time
  • Student must have a minimum cumulative GPA of at least 3.25 high school or 3.0 college GPA
  • Students who have completed the GED must have met college level benchmark scores
  • Student must demonstrate financial need
  • One award will be based on campus leadership and involvement
  • The Scholarship is open to both first-time and current SKYCTC students, full or part-time.
  • Applicant must have a 2.5 GPA or greater (high school or college) and be pursuing a degree or certificate in Automotive Technology or Collision Repair.
  • Available to SKYCTC students who have successfully completed the first semester of either the HVAC or Welding program
  • Must be enrolled at least part-time and be in good standing with a cumulative GPA of 2.5
  • Priority will be given to Stewart Richey Construction employees or children of employees
  • Scholarship funds are awarded for books and tuition only and will be paid over the course of three semesters ($500/semester)
  • Recipient will be required to participate in a 16-hour job shadow program in the selected trade area at Stewart Richey Construction during the award period
  • Applicant must complete the FAFSA
  • Student must be a U.S. Citizen, a resident of Kentucky and must reside in the BRADD district
  • Student must be enrolled in any skilled trade or technical program and be pursuing a certificate, diploma or degree at SKYCTC
  • Student must provide a letter of recommendation from a faculty member, counselor or employer
  • Student must volunteer 20 hours at any Humane Society. Hours must be documented and signed by a Humane Society employee
  • Student must submit an essay (200 to 300 words) describing themselves, financial need, how volunteering at the Humane Society impacted them and their career goals
  • Established by Dr. Bharat Mody
  • Open to students from Allen, Barren, Metcalfe or Monroe Counties
  • First preference is given to Surgical Technology students; if none available will go to Allied Health/Nursing program students
  • Student must be enrolled full time with 12 credit hours accumulated
  • Must have 3.0 GPA overall
  • Student must be enrolled at least part time in the Allied Health or Nursing programs
  • Student must maintain a 3.0 GPA overall
  • Recipients will be determined based on financial need
  • Student shall have one or more clinical rotations at Greenview Hospital
  • Award amounts vary per academic year