The Technology Scholarship Fund was established by the Board of the Nashville Technology Council, an organization devoted to helping the Middle Tennessee technology community succeed by leading in education, innovation, exposure, and connections to the technology community. The Fund will endow permanently, one or more scholarships benefiting Nashville high school seniors, entering two or four-year degree programs in pursuit of an education in fields related to the creation, innovation, installation, or maintenance of technology. TN HIMSS joined us in our efforts this year to raise money to grow the total number of scholarships available for tech and HIT students.
Details below:
Who is eligible to apply?
Each scholarship fund has specific eligibility criteria that were defined by the donor when the fund was established. Please read through the specific criteria to see if you are eligible for any of the funds.
Are all scholarships for Tennessee residents?
Yes
How much does it cost to apply for a scholarship?
There is no charge to apply.
Are the scholarships awarded sufficient to pay the cost of my college education?
No. These scholarships are intended to provide only partial support. In addition to applying for scholarships through The Foundation, you should look into other financial aid resources such as federal grants, loans and work-study awards. A complete financial package can be put together by your high school counselor or your college financial aid office and may include a portion of each of the above types of financial aid.
If I am awarded a scholarship, how much will I get?
Most scholarships offer varying award amounts, which range from $500 to $2,500, depending on the size of the particular fund, the number of qualified applicants, and the wishes of the donors.
Where can I go to school with these scholarships?
Unless noted differently under the scholarship description, the scholarships are for accredited schools anywhere in the United States. Unfortunately, we cannot make awards outside of the United States.
May I receive grants from more than one scholarship?
Yes, you can apply to all the scholarships for which you are eligible and can be selected as a recipient by any or all.
How do I apply?
You must submit the following materials:
* Completed application form
* High School and/or College Transcripts (sealed in a separate envelope)
* Two appraisal letters (sealed in a separate envelope)
Applicants for the Genesco Scholarship, Nash Scholarship, Eloise Pitts O’More Scholarship, Sensing Scholarship, DBI Scholarship, Col. Richard Dawson Scholarship, Jimmy Edwards Scholarship, William “Bill” Richards Scholarship, Juliann and Joe Maxwell Scholarship, or Turner Family Scholarship must submit the appropriate forms included within the application. Applicants to the Student Education Loan Fund (SELF) should contact The Foundation for the appropriate loan application.
When should I apply?
Your application, sealed appraisal letters, sealed transcripts and other supporting material must be received by The Community Foundation on or before March 15 at 4:30 p.m., central time. Your transcripts can come directly from your school if it is the policy of that institution not to give official documents to students. Transcripts must arrive before the March 15 deadline. To ensure that your application is on time, you should request your transcript and appraisal letters before March 1.
When mailing your application, be sure to allow sufficient time for delivery. It is important that ALL materials, including transcripts, appraisal form and financial information be mailed together with your application and/or arrive before the March 15 deadline.
Materials received after the deadline are considered incomplete and cannot be reviewed. We are unable to accept faxed or e-mailed materials. Due to the number of applications that are received, we are unable to extend the deadline for any reason. Applications must be received (regardless of when they are postmarked) by the deadline.
Please mail or deliver you application to:
Scholarship Committee
The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee
3833 Cleghorn Avenue #400
Nashville, Tennessee 37215
Deadline for Applications: March 15 at 4:30 p.m. central time
Do I need to pay scholarship money back?
No. These are charitable grants that do not need to be paid back. However, the Student Education Loan Fund (SELF) is a loan program and must be repaid.
How are the scholarship decisions made?
A selection committee appointed by the Board of The Community Foundation and comprised of impartial Middle Tennesseans will meet after the deadline to review each application and select the recipients based on the criteria established by the donor.
How will my application be evaluated?
In evaluating the applicants, the committee will consider the applicants’ academic records, test scores, extracurricular activities, work experience, community involvement, and recommendations about leadership and character. The selection process shall balance merit and financial need with an emphasis on financial need. No student athlete will be excluded from consideration, but athletic ability alone will not be the deciding factor.
If I am awarded a scholarship, do I get the check?
No. Award checks will be made payable to the institution and mailed shortly after selection, prior to the beginning of the Fall semester.
What can my scholarship be used for?
The scholarships are for any educational expenses: tuition and fees, books and supplies, room and board, and miscellaneous expenses.
If I am awarded a scholarship, what are my responsibilities?
Scholarship recipients must attend college on a full-time basis in the fall of the year in which the scholarships are awarded and continue in college that entire academic year without interruption, barring illness or emergency. Recipients are responsible for having The Foundation notified of their enrollment each quarter or semester by the school.
If I receive a scholarship one year, will I automatically receive an award for the following year?
No. In almost all cases, students must complete the application process again in order to be considered for a renewal scholarship award.
When would I be notified?
Recipients will be notified by mid-May.
