- Degree-seeking at NPC. Degree plan on file indicates the applicant’s goal is an associate degree or certificate of proficiency in a CTE area with a preference for welding, construction technology, or automotive technology.
- Demonstrate financial need. Need is considered for the scholarship.
- Enrolled for 6 or more credits at NPC during the semester of award, credits must apply to declared degree.
- Cumulative Grade-Point Average of 2.0 or better at the time of award.
- High school diploma or GED® at the time of application.
- Not in overpayment status at NPC. Over the credit limit OK.
- Students who are currently in high school at the time of award are not eligible to apply.
To Apply:
Submit all application documents electronically to NPCFF@npc.edu. Paper applications will not be accepted; your campus office or advisor can assist you in scanning the documents as required: Attach all application documents as a single .pdf file in the order given below:
Application documents:
- Completed, signed and dated NPC Friends and Family Scholarship Cover Letter Form
- Essay – 500 words or fewer – Describing:
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- What are your career goals;
- What are your educational goals;
- What resources you have to fund your education making you qualified to receive this scholarship; and
- Why the scholarship is needed, and how it will be used.
- Click here for tips on writing your scholarship essay
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- Demonstration of financial status as evidenced by Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) FAFSA Submission Summary (FSS) PAGE 1 ONLY or letter of award or denial from NPC Financial Aid Office or MyNPC page.
- Your unofficial transcript from https://mynpc.npc.edu/ics indicating your degree intent. If you do not yet have a transcript with NPC, please submit a degree plan (see academic advisor).
The key to the scholarship essay is that it is a personal narrative, reflecting your experiences and goals. DO NOT USE ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE TOOLS, SUCH AS CHAT GPT, to write your essay. It is important that your personal voice come through!
Application Deadline:
Tuesday, October 1st at 12:00 p.m. MST., for funding for the FALL 2024 semester. Applications received after this date/time will not be accepted, regardless of why they are late. You are STRONGLY advised to submit your application well in advance of the deadline date!
View Video Tutorial on the Friends & Family Scholarship Process
For more information, contact NPC Friends and Family Executive Director Betsyann Wilson at 928-536-6245 or Karen Zimmerman at 928-536-6369 or email us at NPCFF@npc.edu
