KCTCS Scholarships
KCTCS offers a number of scholarships, both academic-based and need-based that you are not required to pay back. For a list of KCTCS scholarships, visit the Two-Year Public Colleges Scholarship guide. Each year, a number of individuals, organizations, and companies make funding available for scholarships to various KCTCS colleges. The amount and criteria for these awards will vary. These scholarships are advertised on college websites when available, and eligible students may apply at that time. Please select your home college for additional information regarding Scholarship Opportunities.
External or Third-Party Scholarships
In addition to the scholarship opportunities we offer, you may also want to explore external or third-party scholarship sources. To search for additional state scholarship opportunities (offered by KHEAA) available by the institution as well as criteria for the student to meet, please visit the KHEAA website.
School-Specific Scholarships
For more scholarship information, see below:
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What types of scholarships are available at Henderson CC?
HCC offers a number of scholarship opportunities to HCC students. Scholarship eligibility can be based on GPA, academic interests, culture, and/or religion. You may view a listing of scholarships offered at the Scholarships page.
The following websites will allow you to search for scholarships outside of HCC that you may be eligible for:
• Scholarships.com (private funding)
• FinAid.org (federal and state scholarships)
How do I apply for a Scholarship at Henderson CC?
All new and current HCC students are encouraged to apply for scholarships. All HCC Scholarship Applications must be received by April 1st to ensure they are reviewed by the Scholarships Committee.
Please submit a completed application and any requested documentation to HCC by April 1st.
Additional information about scholarships can be located on the Scholarships page.
If you are awarded a scholarship, you will be notified by May 1st via email. The email will include any additional information, instructions and/or documentation the student may be required to complete in order to receive the funds from the scholarship.
External Scholarships
If you have been offered an external/private scholarship, please submit the official written documentation confirming the scholarship awarded to the Business Office. Documentation will need to be submitted to the Business Office prior to the tuition deadline posted on the Academic Calendar.
Students are responsible for providing the Financial Aid Office the amount and details of 3rd party payments, waivers, scholarships, or any other form of financial assistance paid on the student's behalf and/or awarded to the student.
Are there deadlines for completing and submitting a scholarship application?
HCC Scholarship Applications are to be submitted by April 1st each academic year to ensure they are reviewed by the Scholarship Committee.
How will I be notified if I receive a scholarship?
Students are notified by May 1st via email if they have been selected. The email will include any additional information, instructions and/or documentation the student may be required to complete in order to receive the funds from the scholarship.
Do I have to reapply for scholarships each year?
Yes. Students must reapply annually to renew and continue receiving their scholarship, so long as they maintain all other scholarship requirements.
(Financial Aid > Grants and Scholarships)