Henderson Community College is honored and blessed to have annual support from public
and private donors in our local community. Scholarships make an incredible impact
on the success of students at HCC. We have the info you need if you are interested in donating to HCC or setting up a new scholarship!
Click on a scholarship title below to find out more information about it. To apply
for one of these scholarships, please complete the online scholarship application
during the open application period, unless otherwise noted. The applications are
reviewed by a committee and awarded based on eligibility.
Awarded to recent high school valedictorians, salutatorians or top 10% of graduating
class. Renewable for one year.
The President’s Scholarship goes to students in each of the KCTCS colleges who have
outstanding academic performance and unmet financial need.
Awarded to recognize outstanding African-American residents of Kentucky. Grade point
average, rank in class, ACT scores and extracurricular activities are considered.
Renewable for one year.
Established by Ms. Dorris C. Arnold. Recipient chosen by HCC Scholarship committee.
Provided by The Gleaner newspaper, Awarded to applicants who meet minimum academic
standards and show financial need.
Made possible by the Partners in Progress (PIP) Campaign. Provides a scholarship based
on academic merit.
Established in 2011, this scholarship is awarded to a student who resides in Kenergy
service area.
Awarded to a full-time student pursuing an Associate Degree. Student must be a single
parent with one or more children under the age of 12. Renewable for one year.
Established by the Kentucky Retired Teachers Association, with preference given to
a student pursuing a career in education.
Established by Methodist Hospital. Preference given to a student pursuing a degree
in the medical field.
Established by Mrs. Margaret McCollom, provides a scholarship based on academic merit.
Established by J.C. McElroy, preference given to applicants majoring in Agricultural
Technology, demonstrating financial need, and is employed part-time.
Established by Gary and Charlotte Critser. Recipient chosen by HCC Scholarship committee.
Criteria includes Henderson, Union or Webster co. residency; 2.5 GPA or higher with
an active, retired or deceased Union member in the family. Requires separate application,
which is available from the Financial Aid Office.
Established by Mrs. Agnes B. Whittington. Recipient chosen by HCC Scholarship committee.
Established in 1997 with preference given to immediate family members of Alcan employees.
The award is also based on GPA, community support activities, and financial need.
Established in 1996 with preference given to Henderson County residents with the intent
to transfer to a four year university. The award is also based on financial need,
GPA and community service.
Established in 1996 with preference given to children of Dempewolf employees, Henderson
County residents with the intent to transfer to the University of Kentucky.
Established by Patrick H. Donahue in 1994 in memory of his wife. Preference is given
to a nursing student.
Established by Mrs. Lavenia English. Provides tuition, fees and books; Preference
given to Henderson County residents pursuing a course of study in a health care related
field.
Preference given to students pursuing a degree in a health care field.
Awarded to students who meet the scholarship application requirements of a 2.75 GPA.
Selected by the HCC Scholarship Committee.
Awarded to students who meet the scholarship application requirements of a 2.75 GPA.
Selected by the HCC Scholarship Committee.
George H. Lyne established this memorial endowment with preference given to Henderson
County residents. Selected by the HCC Scholarship Committee.
No restrictions. Recipient chosen by HCC Scholarship committee.
Preference given to agriculture students.
Established in 1996 with preference given to Henderson County residents with the intent
to transfer to a four year university. The award is also based on financial need,
GPA and community service.
Established in 1997 with preference given to Henderson County residents. The award
is also based on financial need and GPA.
Established in 1996. Recipients selected by HCC scholarship committee with preference
given to family members of associates of Fifth Third Bank, low to moderate income
families residing in counties directly served by Fifth Third Bank.
Established in 1996 with preference given to students entering the medical field.
Recipient chosen by HCC Scholarship committee.
No restrictions. Recipient chosen by HCC Scholarship committee.
Established in 1993 with preference given to a Henderson County graduate demonstrating
a financial need. Recipient chosen by HCC Scholarship committee.
No restrictions. Recipient chosen by HCC Scholarship committee.
Established 2009. Recipient is selected by HCC Scholarship Committee. Preference is
given to student demonstrating potential for achieving academic excellence in healthcare,
mining and manufacturing. May also be used to provide scholarship for students transferring
from HCC to baccalaureate degree program in Kentucky.
No restrictions. Recipient chosen by HCC Scholarship committee.
Established by Service Uniform & Rental, Inc. Children of Service uniform and rental
given first priority, Must maintain a good GPA. Recipient chosen by HCC Scholarship
committee.
Awarded to students, chosen by the faculty in their field of study, who demonstrate
a sincere interest beyond that normally required, and who have performed to an excellent
manner in this discipline. These scholarships are made possible by the George Hoffman
Trust in the areas of study listed below.
George Hoffman Humanities, Social Sciences and Mathematics Division Scholarship
George Hoffman Allied Health Division Scholarship
George Hoffman Science and Technology Division Scholarship
George Hoffman Associate of Science Departmental Scholarship
George Hoffman Associate of Arts Departmental Scholarship
George Hoffman Medical Laboratory Technician Departmental Scholarship
George Hoffman Industrial Maintenance Technology Departmental Scholarship
George Hoffman Computer Information Technology Departmental Scholarship
George Hoffman Medical Assistant Departmental Scholarship
George Hoffman Nursing Departmental Scholarship
George Hoffman Agricultural Technology Departmental Scholarship
