AVAILABLE PERIMETER COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIPS

WALK-IN AND INTERCAMPUS MAIL DEADLINE: FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 29, 2017

POSTMARK DEADLINE: SUNDAY, OCTOBER 1, 2017

PERIMETER COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP INSTRUCTIONS

 PLEASE DO NOT STAPLE YOUR APPLICATION DOCUMENTS TOGETHER. Please use paper clips rather than staples when
putting together your application packet(s).

 Carefully review the available scholarships and determine the scholarships in which you meet the eligibility requirements.

 Apply only for the scholarships in which you meet all of the criteria. Don’t meet all of the criteria? Do not apply for the
scholarship, as your application will not be considered. Scholarship criteria are legally binding guidelines set forth by
scholarship donors and we must follow them without exception.

 You must submit a separate application and a separate set of supporting documentation for each and every scholarship
in which you apply. If you are applying for five scholarships, we will need five separate applications and five separate sets
of supporting documents (the content of the documents can be the same, but we need five copies). Our office cannot copy
application materials for you.

 After you have carefully reviewed the eligibility requirements and are ready to apply; complete the Scholarship Application
at http://perimeter.gsu.edu/files/2017/03/October-Deadline-Scholarship-Application.pdf. If the link is not working go to
our website http://perimeter.gsu.edu/student-accounts/scholarships/. Expand the Preparing your Applications heading to
find the application). Then gather all of the listed required supplemental application materials in the Must Submit areas.
Again, our office cannot copy application materials for you so please provide enough copies to support your application(s).

 All required materials must be postmarked by Sunday, October 1, 2017. We recommend using US postal mail only to avoid
delays. If you plan to hand deliver your applications, they must be delivered by 4:00 PM EST on Friday, September 29, 2017
or received in intercampus mail by 4:00 PM on Friday, September 29, 2017. Sliding applications under the scholarship
office door after 4:00 PM EST on Friday, September 29, 2017 will not be acceptable, please take your applications to the 24
hour post office if you miss the hand delivery deadline.

 Need a letter of recommendation? Be sure to give those writing your letters of recommendation AT LEAST two weeks to
complete your request. Letters of recommendation must also be submitted by the deadline, so please plan ahead and
request letters of recommendation early. FYI letters of recommendation cannot be emailed to our office.

 If you will not be returning to Perimeter College for the Spring 2018 semester you should not apply for these scholarships.
Funds for these scholarships will not be posted to recipients’ accounts until the Spring 2018 semester and cannot be
transferred to other colleges within Georgia State University.

 We confirm all applications received. Please allow up to 30 business days after the deadline date (Monday through Friday
excluding holidays) for confirmation. You should receive a confirmation email from us by Monday, November 13, 2017. Please do
not contact our office requesting confirmation prior to Monday, November 13, 2017. Responding to these requests delays
processing. If you need immediate confirmation, we recommend hand delivering your application to our office or coming to a
collection day. Confirmation will be sent to your GSU email address only, not your personal email address.
Students who will not be returning to Perimeter College for the Spring 2018 semester should not apply for these scholarships. Funds for these
scholarships will not be posted to student accounts until the Spring 2018 semester and cannot be transferred to other colleges.
 AVAILABLE SCHOLARSHIPS BY INTEREST AND SELECTION CRITERA:
BUSINESS: Ellen and Bill Sweatt Business Administration. MILITARY: Marcus Foundation Military and VFW Post 10822.

COMMUNITY SERVICE: Assistance League of Atlanta; Daffodil
Festival and Howey-Hudson-Lowe.
DENTAL HYGIENE: Dental Hygiene State Board; Seattle Study
Club and Shamsalzoha Rouhani.
EDUCATION: Junius and Sarah Garrison; Jewel V. Hiatt and
Samuel Abner Hiatt and Johnnie Ray Williams.
FINE ARTS: Thomas J. Anderson Music and Ed and Marian
Bramlette.
NURSING: Perimeter College General Nursing Scholarship
Process; National Association of Chinese Americans and
Shamsalzoha Rouhani.
SPECIAL CRITERIA: Sofia Romelia-Adamo; GPC Foundation; The
Lovell Honors; J. Stevens Educational Trust; Susan Robinson
Smith Memorial; Christine Smith Sign Language; Thomas A.
Smith Memorial; Stone Mountain Optimist Club; Stone
Mountain Rotary Club and Jack and Kathleen Thornton.
STEM: Gerald and Betty Wible and Pat Zrolka Mathematics

GENERAL: Perimeter College General Scholarship Consideration

Process.

PERIMETER COLLEGE GENERAL SCHOLARSHIP

Submitting an application packet for the Perimeter College General Scholarship process will put eligible applicants in the running for all
general Perimeter College Scholarships that are available through this process for the October 2017 deadline. Please do not apply for this
process unless you meet all of the specified criteria. Incomplete applications will not receive consideration.

PERIMETER COLLEGE GENERAL SCHOLARSHIP

Criteria: Currently enrolled Perimeter College students who are enrolled in at least 8 college-level credit hours for the Fall 2017 semester.
Must submit:
 Scholarship Application (available at http://perimeter.gsu.edu/files/2017/03/October-Deadline-Scholarship-Application.pdf)
 Essay (suggested length is 500 words) outlining why you chose to attend to Perimeter College and your academic and career goals.
 Statement of Financial Need (detailed statement you write outlining your need for scholarship support)
 Letter of Recommendation from a Perimeter College faculty member (letters from staff members who are not teaching courses at
Perimeter College will not be accepted).
 The letter must be signed by the recommender (unsigned letters will not be accepted).
 Have a 2.80 or higher cumulative GPA
Scholarship Amount: Scholarship amounts will vary and range from $500.00 to $2,500.00. This application will be used to qualify you for all
of the general scholarships available at Perimeter College. We have approximately 20 scholarships available through this process.

BUSINESS SCHOLARSHIP
ELLEN & BILL SWEATT BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria: Current Perimeter College students that have successfully completed or are currently enrolled in at least two business courses and
have at least 8 credit hours remaining at Perimeter College.
Must submit:
 Scholarship Application (available at http://perimeter.gsu.edu/files/2017/03/October-Deadline-Scholarship-Application.pdf)
 Essay (500 words or less) why you have chosen business as a career and how this scholarship will help you reach that goal.
 A letter of recommendation from a Perimeter College business faculty member. The letter must be signed by the recommender.
 Have a 3.20 or higher GPA
Scholarship Amount: $750.00 for tuition, fees, books and educational expenses. Two scholarships will be awarded.

Students who will not be returning to Perimeter College for the Spring 2018 semester should not apply for these scholarships. Funds for these
scholarships will not be posted to student accounts until the Spring 2018 semester and cannot be transferred to other colleges.
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COMMUNITY SERVICE-BASED SCHOLARSHIPS

ASSISTANCE LEAGUE OF ATLANTA SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria: Current Perimeter College students who are U.S. Citizens or Permanent Residents with verifiable financial need. Applicants must
be registered for at least 6 credit hours during the Fall 2017 semester and have a demonstrated interest in community service.
Must submit:
 Scholarship Application (available at http://perimeter.gsu.edu/files/2017/03/October-Deadline-Scholarship-Application.pdf)
 Statement (250 words or less) describing one recent experience in community/volunteer service
 Statement of Financial Need (detailed statement you write outlining your need for scholarship support)
 Have a 2.50 or higher GPA
Scholarship Amount: $1,000.00 for tuition, fees, and books only. Funds must be used during the Spring 2018 semester only. Scholarship
recipients must be registered for at least 6 hours to receive the award. Multiple scholarships may be awarded.

DAFFODIL FESTIVAL
Criteria: Current Perimeter College students enrolled full-time (12 or more credit hours) on the Newton Campus.
Must Submit:
 Scholarship Application (available at http://perimeter.gsu.edu/files/2017/03/October-Deadline-Scholarship-Application.pdf)
 Essay (250 words minimum) describing your community and volunteer service.
 Two letters of recommendation:
o One from a Perimeter College faculty member or high school teacher and
o One from a community leader.
o The letters must be signed by the recommenders.
 Have a 2.50 or higher GPA
Scholarship Amount: $500.00 for tuition, fees, books, and educational expenses.

HOWEY-HUDSON-LOWE SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria: Currently enrolled Perimeter College students.
Must submit:
 Scholarship Application (available at http://perimeter.gsu.edu/files/2017/03/October-Deadline-Scholarship-Application.pdf)
 Essay (500 word minimum) describing the following:
o Why you believe you should receive the scholarship (personal, financial and educational factors).
o What you have done as a volunteer within the last three years to help better the quality of someone else’s life.
 A letter of recommendation from a Perimeter College faculty member or a non-related mentor, employer, or religious leader. The
letter must be signed by the recommender.
 Documented proof of community service. Documentation must be signed by the non-profit agency.
 Have a 2.50 or higher GPA
Scholarship Amount: $250.00 for tuition, fees, books and educational expenses.

DENTAL HYGIENE SCHOLARSHIPS

DENTAL HYGIENE STATE BOARD SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria: Current second-year Perimeter College Dental Hygiene students.
Must submit:
 Scholarship Application (available at http://perimeter.gsu.edu/files/2017/03/October-Deadline-Scholarship-Application.pdf)
 Statement of Financial Need (detailed statement you write outlining your need for scholarship support)
 No minimum GPA required
Scholarship Amount: $300.00 for educational expenses.

Students who will not be returning to Perimeter College for the Spring 2018 semester should not apply for these scholarships. Funds for these
scholarships will not be posted to student accounts until the Spring 2018 semester.
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SEATTLE STUDY CLUB OF ATLANTA SCHOLARSHIP

Criteria: Current second-year Perimeter College Dental Hygiene students who plan to pursue higher education after completion of the
dental hygiene program at Perimeter College. Applicants should plan to pursue higher education at some point, they do not necessarily
have to plan to immediately go into further study once they complete the Dental Hygiene program.
Must submit:
 Scholarship Application (available at http://perimeter.gsu.edu/files/2017/03/October-Deadline-Scholarship-Application.pdf)
 Essay describing your plans and any actions already taken for pursuing a higher degree.
 No minimum GPA
Scholarship Amount: $300.00 for tuition, fees, books and educational expenses.

SHAMSALZOHA ROUHANI MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Criteria: Dental Hygiene or Nursing students who have completed the first semester of their program.
Must submit:
 Scholarship Application (available at http://perimeter.gsu.edu/files/2017/03/October-Deadline-Scholarship-Application.pdf)
 Essay (no less than 500 words) discussing the following: How do I intend to serve the world of humanity with my profession?
 Statement of Financial Need (detailed statement you write outlining your need for scholarship support)
 Letter of recommendation from a faculty member, employer or mentor. The letter must be signed by the recommender.
 Have a 3.00 or higher GPA
Scholarship Amount: $250.00 for tuition, fees, books and educational expenses.

EDUCATION SCHOLARSHIPS
JUNIUS AND SARAH GARRISON SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria: Current Perimeter College students enrolled on the Newton Campus majoring in Education. Recipient must plan to teach
Mathematics in the high school or college setting.
Must submit:
 Scholarship Application (available at http://perimeter.gsu.edu/files/2017/03/October-Deadline-Scholarship-Application.pdf)
 Most recent unofficial academic transcript (transcript must contain courses, earned grades and a cumulative grade point
average)
 Essay (100 words or less) describing why you have chosen the field of education.
 A letter of recommendation from a Perimeter College faculty member. The letter must be signed by the recommender.
 Have a 2.80 or higher GPA
Scholarship Amount: $250.00 for tuition, fees, and books.

JEWEL V. HIATT AND SAMUEL ABNER HIATT SCHOLARSHIP

Criteria: Students on the Newton Campus who have successfully completed at least 30 credit hours at Perimeter College and have declared
Education as a major and are currently providing service to the community.
Must submit:
 Scholarship Application (available at http://perimeter.gsu.edu/files/2017/03/October-Deadline-Scholarship-Application.pdf)
 Unofficial academic transcript (transcript must contain courses, earned grades and a cumulative grade point average)
 A letter of recommendation from a Perimeter College faculty member or a non-related mentor, employer, minister or community
leader. The letter must be signed by the recommender.
 Have a 3.00 or higher GPA
Scholarship Amount: $500.00 for tuition, fees, books and educational expenses.

Students who will not be returning to Perimeter College for the Spring 2018 semester should not apply for these scholarships. Funds for these
scholarships will not be posted to student accounts until the Spring 2018 semester.
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JOHNNIE RAY WILLIAMS SCHOLARSHIP

Criteria: Current Perimeter College Teacher Education majors who have completed at least 15 credit hours at Perimeter College and have
successfully completed, or are currently enrolled, in EDUC 2110. Applicants must demonstrate volunteerism and have completed at least 10
hours of community service in the area of education.
Must submit:
 Scholarship Application (available at http://perimeter.gsu.edu/files/2017/03/October-Deadline-Scholarship-Application.pdf)
 A letter of community service verification submitted on the service agency’s official letterhead and signed by a member of the
agency.
 OPTIONAL: A letter of recommendation from a Perimeter College faculty member or a non-related mentor, employer,
minister or community leader.
 Have a 2.50 or higher GPA
Scholarship Amount: $250.00 for tuition, fees, and educational expenses.

FINE ART SCHOLARSHIPS

THOMAS J. ANDERSON SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria: Currently enrolled Perimeter College students majoring in music focusing on instrumental music. Applicants maybe full or part-
time.
Must submit:
 Scholarship Application (available at http://perimeter.gsu.edu/files/2017/03/October-Deadline-Scholarship-Application.pdf)
 Statement of Financial Need (detailed statement you write outlining your need for scholarship support)
 A letter of recommendation from a Perimeter College music faculty member or high school music teacher. The letter must be
signed by the recommender.
 No minimum GPA required to apply
Scholarship Amount: $500.00 for tuition, fees, books and educational expenses.

ED AND MARIAN BRAMLETTE FINE ARTS SCHOLARSHIP

Criteria: Current Perimeter College students majoring in Art (Art History or Studio Art) and enrolled full-time (12 hours or more) during the
Fall 2017 semester. Applicants must have completed Basic Drawing I and II as well as 2D and 3D Design art courses.
Must submit:
 Scholarship Application (available at http://perimeter.gsu.edu/files/2017/03/October-Deadline-Scholarship-Application.pdf)
 Unofficial academic transcript (transcript must contain courses, earned grades and a cumulative grade point average)
 Portfolio of recent work
 Have a 2.50 or higher GPA
Scholarship Amount: $750.00 for tuition, fees, and books only. Recipient must be enrolled full-time (12 credit hours or more) for the
Spring 2018 semester in order to receive the award and must submit a piece to be displayed in permanent exhibition “The Bramlette
Collection” on the Clarkston campus.

MILIARY SCHOLARSHIPS
MARCUS FOUNDATION MILITARY SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria: Full or part‐time Perimeter College students who are veterans or dependents of veterans. Applicants may be incoming or
returning students.
Must submit:
 Scholarship Application (available at http://perimeter.gsu.edu/files/2017/03/October-Deadline-Scholarship-Application.pdf)
 Statement of Financial Need (detailed statement you write outlining your need for scholarship support)
 Veterans: Submit a DD-214 form (PLEASE BLACK OUT SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBERS) OR a completed Confirmation of Review of
Military ID Worksheet available at http://perimeter.gsu.edu/files/2017/03/Confirmation-Review-of-Military-ID-Worksheet.pdf.
 Dependents of Veterans: Submit a completed Confirmation of Review of Military ID Worksheet available at
http://perimeter.gsu.edu/files/2017/03/Confirmation-Review-of-Military-ID-Worksheet.pdf.
 No minimum GPA
Scholarship Amount: $500.00 for tuition, fees, books and educational expenses. Multiple scholarships will be awarded.

Students who will not be returning to Perimeter College for the Spring 2018 semester should not apply for these scholarships. Funds for these
scholarships will not be posted to student accounts until the Spring 2018 semester.
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VFW POST 10822- DUNWOODY/SANDY SPRINGS MILITARY VETERAN SCHOLARSHIP

Criteria: Full or part-time Perimeter College students who are honorably discharged veterans or currently serving on active duty or in the
National Guard Reserves. Applicants must have financial need, be enrolled in at least 6 hours for the Fall 2017 semester and be seeking an
Associate’s degree from Perimeter College.
Must submit:
 Scholarship Application (available at http://perimeter.gsu.edu/files/2017/03/October-Deadline-Scholarship-Application.pdf)
 Essay (minimum of 500 words) describing why you joined the military.
 Statement of Financial Need (detailed statement you write outlining your need for scholarship support)
 Letter of recommendation from a Perimeter College faculty or staff member or non-related professional reference. The letter
must be signed by the recommender.
 Submit a DD-214 form (PLEASE BLACK OUT SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBERS) OR a completed Confirmation of Review of Military ID
Worksheet available at http://perimeter.gsu.edu/files/2017/03/Confirmation-Review-of-Military-ID-Worksheet.pdf.
 No minimum GPA
Scholarship Amount: $500.00 for tuition, fees, books and educational expenses.

NURSING SCHOLARSHIPS
Submitting an application packet for the Perimeter College General Nursing Scholarship process will put eligible applicants in the running
for all general Perimeter College Nursing Scholarships that are available through this process for the October 2017 deadline. Please do not
apply for this process unless you meet all of the specified criteria. Incomplete applications will not receive consideration.

PERIMETER COLLEGE GENERAL NURSING SCHOLARSHIP CONSIDERATION

Criteria: Currently enrolled Perimeter College Nursing students.
Must submit:
 Nursing Scholarship Application
 Essay explaining why you have chosen nursing as a profession and any challenges you’ve overcome in order to continue your
education.
 Statement of Financial Need (detailed statement you write outlining your need for scholarship support)
 Letter of recommendation from a Perimeter College nursing clinical faculty member or clinical lab staff member.
 The letter must be signed by the recommender. Clinical letters are due by 4:00 PM EST on Wednesday, November 8, 2017, all
other documents are due by the deadlines listed on Page 1.
 Have a 2.70 or higher GPA
Scholarship Amount: Scholarship amounts will vary and range from $250.00 to $1,000.00. This application will be used to qualify you for all
of the broad nursing scholarships available at Perimeter College. We have approximately 12 scholarships available through this process.

NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF CHINESE AMERICANS (NACA) SCHOLARSHIP

Criteria: Perimeter College nursing students who have successfully completed the first semester of the Nursing Program. Applicants must
be proficient in any Asian language.
Must submit:
 Nursing Scholarship Application
 Essay (250 words or less) outlining why you chose the nursing profession.
 Statement of Financial Need (detailed statement, you write outlining your need for scholarship support)
 A letter of recommendation from a Perimeter College faculty member. The letter must be signed by the recommender.
 Have a 3.00 or higher GPA
Scholarship Amount: Two scholarships will be awarded. One for $1,500.00 for tuition, fees, books and educational expenses and one for
$1,000.00 for tuition, fees, books and educational expenses.

Students who will not be returning to Perimeter College for the Spring 2018 semester should not apply for these scholarships. Funds for these
scholarships will not be posted to student accounts until the Spring 2018 semester.
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SHAMSALZOHA ROUHANI MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Criteria: Dental Hygiene or Nursing students who have completed the first semester of their program.
Must submit:
 Scholarship Application (Nursing students do not submit the nursing scholarship application for this scholarship, use the
regular scholarship application) (available at http://perimeter.gsu.edu/files/2017/03/October-Deadline-Scholarship-
Application.pdf)
 Essay (no less than 500 words) discussing the following: How do I intend to serve the world of humanity with my profession?
 Statement of Financial Need (detailed statement you write outlining your need for scholarship support)
 Letter of recommendation from a faculty member, employer or mentor. This should be an actual letter, not a clinical reference
form and it is due when all other scholarship materials are due (September 29, 2017 for walk-in and intercampus mail or it
must be postmarked by October 1, 2017 because this scholarship is not exclusive to nursing students). The letter must be signed
by the recommender.
 Have a 3.00 or higher GPA
Scholarship Amount: $250.00 for tuition, fees, books and educational expenses.

SPECIAL SCHOLARSHIPS
SOFIA ROMELIA-ADAMO SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria: Perimeter College students who are enrolled in at least 12 credit hours on a Perimeter College campus during the Fall 2017
semester. Applicants must have been born in a Latin American region (we must be able to verify this in the Banner system).
 Scholarship Application (available at http://perimeter.gsu.edu/files/2017/03/October-Deadline-Scholarship-Application.pdf)
 Essay (suggested length is 500 words) outlining a recent community/volunteer service activity you participated in and why you
participated in the activity and what impact the activity had on you and your academic and career goals.
 A letter of recommendation from a Perimeter College faculty or staff member. The letter must be signed by the recommender.
 Have a 3.00 or higher GPA
Scholarship Amount: $500.00 for tuition, fees, and books only.

GPC FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP

Criteria: New Perimeter College freshmen with no earned or attempted college credit hours. Applicants should be enrolled in 12 or more credit
hours for the Fall 2017 semester with no more than one Learning Support course. Applicants must have demonstrated financial need per
the FAFSA as well as previous involvement in community service.
Must submit:
 Scholarship Application (available at http://perimeter.gsu.edu/files/2017/03/October-Deadline-Scholarship-Application.pdf)
 Most recent unofficial high school transcript
 An essay outlining the following:
o Your educational goals
o How your community/volunteer involvement help you achieve your educational goals
o How achieving your educational goals can be used to impact your community
 Statement of Financial Need (detailed statement, you write outlining your need for scholarship support)
 Proof of recent community service. Document must be signed by a non-profit agency official and must be on agency letterhead.
 Letter of recommendation from a non-related supporter or mentor. The letter must be signed by the recommender.
 Have a 2.50 or higher GPA from high school
Scholarship Amount: $1,000.00 for tuition, fees, books and educational expenses.

THE LOVELL HONORS SCHOLARSHIP

Criteria: Currently enrolled Perimeter College students participating in the honors program on the Clarkston Campus. Applicants must have
earned at least 21 or more credit hours.
Must submit:
 Scholarship Application (available at http://perimeter.gsu.edu/files/2017/03/October-Deadline-Scholarship-Application.pdf)
 Essay (250 to 500 words) describing why you deserve this scholarship, your academic and career goals, and how receiving this
award will assist you in attaining your academic goals.
 Statement of Financial Need (detailed statement, you write outlining your need for scholarship support)
 No minimum GPA required, but you must be currently in the honors program and be in good academic standing.
Scholarship Amount: To be determined by the scholarship selection committee. Funds can be used for tuition, fees, books and educational
expenses.
Students who will not be returning to Perimeter College for the Spring 2018 semester should not apply for these scholarships. Funds for these
scholarships will not be posted to student accounts until the Spring 2018 semester.
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J. STEVENS EDUCATIONAL TRUST SCHOLARSHIP

Criteria: Current Perimeter College students who are present or former residents of Georgia Sherriff’s Youth Home; the United Methodist
Children’s Home of the North Georgia Conference and/or the Eagle Ranch Children’s Home (we will verify this information with the group
home) AND are majoring in a STEM related major or are interested in studying law. Additionally, applicants must be U.S. Citizens or
Permanent Residents and must be residents of Georgia with demonstrated financial need. Applicants must also be currently enrolled in at
least 12 credit hours at Perimeter College.
Must submit:
 Scholarship Application (available at http://perimeter.gsu.edu/files/2017/03/October-Deadline-Scholarship-Application.pdf)
 A typed statement with the following:
o What youth home you were a resident of
o When you were a resident (approximate dates/month and year)
 Essay (suggested length of 500 words) describing why you need scholarship support; your career goals and how receiving this
scholarship will assist you in attaining your goal in the STEM field or in the pursuit of a law degree.
 Three (3) Letters of Recommendation:
o The letters may be from any of the following sources: a high school counselor; high school teacher; mentor; community
leader; minister; Perimeter College faculty or staff member or employer.
o The letters must be signed by the recommenders.
 Have a 2.50 or higher GPA from high school or Perimeter College
Scholarship Amount: $500.00 for tuition, fees, books and educational expenses.

SUSAN ROBINSON SMITH MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Criteria: First-year Perimeter College students who are single parents enrolled at the Decatur Campus.
Must submit:
 Scholarship Application (available at http://perimeter.gsu.edu/files/2017/03/October-Deadline-Scholarship-Application.pdf)
 Official transcript (most recent available: high school, college, or GED certificate).
 Essay describing how being a single parent influenced your decision to attend Perimeter College and what your plans are after
college.
 Have a 2.50 or higher GPA
Scholarship Amount: $500.00 for tuition, fees, books and educational expenses.

CHRISTINE SMITH SIGN LANGUAGE INTERPRETING PROGRAM SCHOLARSHIP

Criteria: Perimeter College students currently enrolled in the Sign Language Interpreting Program.
Must submit:
 Scholarship Application (available at http://perimeter.gsu.edu/files/2017/03/October-Deadline-Scholarship-Application.pdf)
 Letter of recommendation from a mentor. The letter must be signed by the recommender.
 Have a 3.00 or higher GPA
Scholarship Amount: $250.00 for tuition, fees, books and educational expenses.

THOMAS A. SMITH MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Criteria: Incoming Perimeter College students who are graduates of Tucker High School.
Must submit:
 Scholarship Application (available at http://perimeter.gsu.edu/files/2017/03/October-Deadline-Scholarship-Application.pdf)
 Essay (no more than two-pages) describing your academic and career goals and how receiving this scholarship will help you
attain your goal.
 Statement of Financial Need (detailed statement, you write outlining your need for scholarship support)
 Letter of recommendation from a high school counselor, teacher or administrator. The letter must be signed by the
recommender.
 Have a 2.70 or higher GPA from high school
Scholarship Amount: $500.00 for tuition, fees, books and educational expenses.

Students who will not be returning to Perimeter College for the Spring 2018 semester should not apply for these scholarships. Funds for these
scholarships will not be posted to student accounts until the Spring 2018 semester.
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STONE MOUNTAIN OPTIMIST CLUB SCHOLARSHIP (Re-opened from the July 1, 2017 deadline)
Criteria: New freshmen Perimeter College students who are recent graduates of Stone Mountain or Redan High Schools.
Must submit:
 Scholarship Application (available at http://perimeter.gsu.edu/files/2017/03/October-Deadline-Scholarship-Application.pdf)
 Most recent unofficial high school transcript
 Essay describing one recent experience in community/volunteer service.
 Statement of Financial Need (detailed statement, you write outlining your need for scholarship support)
 Letter of recommendation from a high school counselor, teacher or administrator. The letter must be signed by the
recommender.
 Have a 3.00 or higher GPA from high school
Scholarship Amount: $1,000.00 for tuition, fees, books and educational expenses.

STONE MOUNTAIN ROTARY CLUB SCHOLARSHIP

Criteria: Current Perimeter College students who are graduates of any Stone Mountain High School.
Must submit:
 Scholarship Application (available at http://perimeter.gsu.edu/files/2017/03/October-Deadline-Scholarship-Application.pdf)
 Unofficial academic transcript (transcript must contain courses, earned grades and a cumulative grade point average)
 A letter of recommendation from a Perimeter College faculty member. The letter must be signed by the recommender.
 Have a 2.00 or higher GPA
Scholarship Amount: $250.00 for tuition, fees, books and educational expenses.

JACK AND KATHLEEN THORNTON SCHOLARSHIP (Re-opened from the July 1, 2017 deadline)
Criteria: Incoming Perimeter College freshmen enrolled during the Fall 2017 semester. Applicants should be interested in studying
writing professionally.
Must submit:
 Scholarship Application (available at http://perimeter.gsu.edu/files/2017/03/October-Deadline-Scholarship-Application.pdf)
 Most recent unofficial high school transcript
 One-page essay describing your interest in writing and why you should receive scholarship support (this essay should really
outline your career interest in writing).
 Have a 3.00 or higher GPA from high school
Scholarship Amount: $2,500.00 for tuition, fees, and books only. Scholarship will be split $625.00 each semester for up to four semesters.
Recipient must maintain a 3.00 or higher GPA to continue receiving scholarship support.

STEM SCHOLARSHIPS
GERALD & BETTY WIBLE SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria: Current Perimeter College students majoring in Chemistry or Biology. Applicants must have completed 30 hours or more at
Perimeter College and earned a grade of B or better in at least one science course.
Must submit:
 Scholarship Application (available at http://perimeter.gsu.edu/files/2017/03/October-Deadline-Scholarship-Application.pdf)
 Essay discussing your career plans and why you should be considered for the Gerald and Betty Wible Scholarship.
 A letter of recommendation from a Perimeter College faculty member or a non-related mentor or employer. The letter must be
signed by the recommender.
 Have a 2.80 or higher GPA
Scholarship Amount: $250.00 for tuition and books only.

PAT ZROLKA MATH SCHOLARSHIP

Criteria: Current Perimeter College students who have completed at least two college-level Perimeter College Math courses on the Decatur
Campus.
Must submit:
 Scholarship Application (available at http://perimeter.gsu.edu/files/2017/03/October-Deadline-Scholarship-Application.pdf)
 A letter of recommendation from a Perimeter College Math Faculty Member. The letter must be signed by the recommender.
 Have a 2.50 or higher GPA
Scholarship Amount: $250.00 for tuition, fees and educational expenses.

Students who will not be returning to Perimeter College for the Spring 2018 semester should not apply for these scholarships. Funds for these
scholarships will not be posted to student accounts until the Spring 2018 semester.
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Questions? Please email us at pcscholarships@gsu.edu

Please be sure to read the instructions on Page One of this document and the Frequently Asked Questions available at
http://perimeter.gsu.edu/files/2017/03/Frequently-Asked-Questions.pdf.

Submit completed applications via US Postal mail, Intercampus mail or hand-delivery

Collection Days
We will be on various campuses to collect your scholarship applications in person.

Newton Campus, Building 2N, Room 2100: Thursday, September 21, 2017 from 1:30 PM until 3:30 PM
Alpharetta Campus, Building AA, Room 1530: Friday, September 22, 2017 from 10:00 AM until 12:00 PM
Dunwoody Campus Building NB, Room 2102: Friday, September 22, 2017 from 2:00 PM until 4:00 PM
Dunwoody Campus, Building NB, Room 2102: Monday, September 25, 2017 from 10:00 AM until 12:00 PM
Clarkston Campus, Building CA, Room 1403: Monday, September 25, 2017 from 2:30 PM until 4:00 PM
Clarkston Campus, Building CA, Room 1403: Wednesday, September 27, 2017 from 10:00 AM until 1:00 PM

US Postal Mail Intercampus mail In Person Via Email or Fax

Applications must be Please carefully review the intercampus Decatur Campus, Scholarship applications are not
postmarked by Sunday, mail guide on our website and follow all SA Building, Room 2810. accepted via email or fax. This
October 1, 2017 instructions. includes letters of
Send completed ***If delivering your recommendation from faculty
applications to: Remember if sending applications to us applications to us in person, your members as well.
via intercampus mail, your documents application must be brought into
Perimeter College must be received in our office by 4:00 PM our office by 4:00 PM EST on
Development EST Friday, September 29, 2017. Friday, September 29, 2017.
Attn: Scholarships
3251 Panthersville Road You will need to send your documents in
Decatur, Georgia 30034 via intercampus mail at least three
business days prior to Friday, September
We do not recommend 29, 2017 to ensure it arrives on time. If
using UPS or FedEx nor do you send it intercampus mail the day
we recommend taking your before it will not arrive on time and thus
applications to the UPS store will not be considered.
for mailing.

Please take your

applications to the post
office to ensure an accurate
postmark date.

What happens after I submit my application?

We confirm all applications received. Please allow up to 30 business days after the deadline date (Monday through Friday excluding
holidays) for confirmation. You should receive a confirmation from us by Monday, November 13, 2017. Please do not contact our office
requesting confirmation prior to Monday, November 13, 2017. Responding to these requests delays processing. If you need immediate
confirmation, we recommend hand delivering your application to our office or coming to a collection day. Confirmation will be sent to your
GSU email address.

The confirmation email will outline our selections timeline i.e. when we believe we will be able to notify recipients. We will give you a date
as to when we believe the process will conclude and when everyone will be notified. We will email you either way (if you have or have not
received a scholarship). If you are a recipient you will need to respond to our office, there are things you will need to complete in order to
have your scholarship processed and you will need to respond quickly. You will be given a deadline in which to respond and if we have not
heard from you, we will move on to the runner up of the scholarship. It is critical that you check your email throughout the process.
Students who will not be returning to Perimeter College for the Spring 2018 semester should not apply for these scholarships. Funds for these
scholarships will not be posted to student accounts until the Spring 2018 semester.