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Hathaway is available the equivalent of four full time semesters (two
years) at a community college and four full time semesters at UW.
Provisional Opportunity Hathaway must initially be used at a
community college. An additional four full time semesters are available at
a community college or UW if the student earns a certificate or degree.
The Success Curriculum for Wyoming 2011 high school graduates
requires students to complete four years of math, four years of language
arts, four years of science, three years of social studies and two years of
the same foreign language for the Honors and Performance categories.
Opportunity Hathaway requires four years of math, language arts,
science, three years of social studies and proficiency on the state
standards for foreign cultures and language. Provisional Opportunity
requires high school graduation requirements and proficiency on
the state standards for foreign cultures and language. Maintenance
requirements include a minimum 2.5 Hathaway GPA for Honors and
Performance recipients and 2.25 for Opportunity and Provisional
Opportunity. Recipients must complete six hours per semester if paid
Hathaway part time, twelve if paid full time. Remedial courses do
not count towards Hathaway GPA, hours or payment. Continuous
enrollment is required. Hathaway scholarships can be earned back
depending on original payment and timeframe. For more specific
information and/or an application please contact the Enrollment Services
Office or check online www.caspercollege.edu/financial_aid/hathaway
Combat Veterans and Surviving Spouses/Dependents Tuition
Benefit: Consists of the Wyoming Vietnam Veterans, Overseas Combat
Veterans, Combat Veterans Surviving Spouse and the Combat Veteran
Surviving Orphan programs. Wyoming residency is a consideration for
all four parts. Special application is required with a copy of DD-214 or
DD-215. Contact the Enrollment Services Office for more details.
County Commissioners Scholarship: Student must have a
cumulative GPA of 2.5 and apply in the county which the student lives.
EMT, Firefighter and Peace Officers Surviving Dependents
Tuition Awards: Authorized by the Wyoming State Legislature, these
awards will have special application and eligibility requirements. Please
contact the Enrolment Service Office for more information.
Wyoming Quality Counts: Wyoming Quality Counts Scholarship is
available to individual who work in a licensed child care center who are
current degree seeking students at Casper College.
Foundation Scholarships
Casper College has numerous scholarships that are provided by
the generous support of donors though Casper College Foundation for
a complete and up to date listing visit the web site www.caspercollege.
edu/financial_aid/scholarship . Applications are posted on the web
site in January for the following academic year. All are subject to the
"Scholarship Guidelines" outlined at the beginning of this section. Each
Academic School will have a complete listing of scholarships specific to
their school.
School of Study Scholarships
School of Study scholarships are awarded to full-time, degree-
seeking students who are enrolled in one of the college's five academic
schools:
· Business and Industry
· Fine Arts and Humanities
· Health Science
· Science
· Social & Behavioral Science
Applicants must have at least a 3.0 cumulative GPA to be
considered. The award is $500 per semester ($1,000 per year).
Students must attempt and earn at least 12 credit hours and earn
a GPA of at least 3.0 each semester. Application priority deadline is
March 1. (This date is subject to change) To apply for a school of study
scholarship, utilize the Casper College web site: www.caspercollege.
edu/financial_aid/scholarships.
Private Agency and Service Club Scholarships
There are many outside organizations that have provided
applications for degree seeking students through Casper College. For
the most current and up to date listing please refer to our web site www.
caspercollege.edu/financial_aid/scholarships . All are subject to the
"Scholarship Guidelines" outlined at the beginning of this section.
Other Financial Assistance Programs
Martha Vucurevich Trust Scholarship: Available to KWHS and
NCHS graduates with a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or better. The awarded
amount varies. Students may apply at their applicable high school
guidance office. The deadline is April of each year.
Richardson Scholarship: Available to graduates of Casper and
Cheyenne public high schools. This scholarship provides awards
based on financial need for up to six semesters at Casper College, or a
combined total of eight semesters at Casper College and the University
of Wyoming. It requires a 2.0 GPA for consideration, and at least 12
graduation credits attempted. Students must maintain a 2.0 GPA and
complete 24 hours each year for continued eligibility. Note: students
must file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to apply
for this award annually.
Student Employment Programs: Employment opportunities
available include the Work-Study Program, on-campus departmental
positions, and community part-time employment. Students interested in
working on or off campus, should register for employment consideration
with the Career Center.
College Loan Funds: Casper College has short term loan funds
available. These loan funds are administered through the Casper
College Accounting and Financial Management Office. Please consult
with this office about the procedures required to qualify for a short term
loan.
Veterans Benefits: Enrollment Services Office assists the
Department of Veterans' Affairs (VA) in providing certification for the
following education benefits:
· Under Title 38, U.S. Code
· Chapter 30 (Montgomery G.I. Bill)
· Chapter 31 (Vocational Rehabilitation)
· Chapter 32 (Post-Viet Nam Era)
· Chapter 33 (Post-9/11 G.I. Bill)
· Chapter 35 (Dependents Educational Assistance)
· Under Title 10, U.S. Code
· Chapter 1606 (Selected Reserve/National Guard Members)
· Chapter 1607 REAP (Reserve Education Assistance Program)