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Scholarships

Since 2006, the VFCCE has awarded more than $1 million in scholarships to nearly 300 students. The foundation seeks to provide access to education for all Virginians. With awards ranging from $500 to $15,000, the scholarship program continues to grow and help students across the state enroll in community college and pursue academic and career success.

Scholarship recipients from the 2013 application process will be announced in June!

Current Scholarships

Kathy Camper Commonwealth Legacy Scholarship

Created by friends and family to honor a long-time information technology staff member with Virginia's Community Colleges, this scholarship provides financial assistance to students pursuing careers in information technology or childhood education. One scholarship of $2,500 will be awarded. | Closed for 2013

The John T. Casteen III Commonwealth Legacy Scholarship

One scholarship will be awarded to a full-time community college student attending any Virginia Community College who plans to transfer to the University of Virginia. One scholarship of $3,500 will be awarded. | Closed for 2013

The Hon. Gerald Baliles Commonwealth Legacy Scholarship

Open: April 1, 2013
Deadline:  May 24, 2013

Two scholarships of $2550 will be awarded to first-time college students at Patrick Henry Community College to recognize Governor Gerald Baliles' many contributions to the improvement of education for all Virginians. |
Apply at Patrick Henry Community College

Valley Proteins Fellows Program

For the third year, extraordinary second-year students attending a Virginia Community College will be selected for the Valley Proteins Fellows Program. This prestigious scholarship will award up to $5,000 for tuition, books, fees and expenses. In addition to the generous award, the Fellows Program will provide recipients with the opportunity to share in special experiences to enhance their academic and leadership potential.  | Closed for 2013

See 2012 Fellows

The Eva T. Hardy Commonwealth Legacy Scholarship

Two scholarships will be awarded to meritorious community college students who demonstrate potential for public service and civic leadership. Two scholarships of $4,200 (tuition, fees and books) will be awarded. | Closed for 2013

Virginia Hospital and Healthcare Association Scholarship

Established in partnership with the Virginia Hospital and Healthcare Association, this renewable scholarship (up to $7,000) is awarded to a student admitted to a nursing program who has demonstrated ability and commitment to enter the practice of nursing. | Closed for 2013

Other Named Scholarships & Special Funds

The Virginia Foundation for Community College Education is grateful to the donors and supporters who have established the following scholarships:

A/E/C Industry Scholarship
Curtis & Patricia Dougans Scholarship
Institute of Real Estate Management Scholarship
Glenn DuBois Student Success Fund
Jean and Stephen Eitelman Scholarship
Barbara and Mark Fried Great Expectations Scholarship
Anne Holton Legacy Fund
Jonathan Alje Toxopeus Scholarship
Alfred and Dottie Whitt Scholarship

For more information, contact:
The Virginia Foundation for Community College Education
101 North 14th Street, 15th Floor
Richmond, VA 23219

Dr. Jennifer Sager Gentry
Executive Director
jgentry@vccs.edu
804-819-4962

Ms. Anne McCaffrey
Director of Development & Scholarships
amccaffrey@vccs.edu
804-819-5396

Scholarship recipients from the 2013 application process will be announced in June!

Make an online donation 

VFCCE
Dr. Jennifer Gentry
101 N. 14th Street, 15th Floor
Richmond, Virginia 23219
jgentry@vccs.edu
804-819-4962

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