PCC Foundation scholarships
The PCC Foundation awards hundreds of scholarships every year to students who may not otherwise be able to afford an education.
Scholarship application dates
The next PCC Foundation scholarship opens on November 1, 2026. Applications will be due February 1, 2027.
How to apply
Applying is easy! Follow these steps to be automatically considered for hundreds of scholarships.
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Get a MyPCC account
If you鈥檙e not already a PCC student, complete the first three steps for new students. Applying is free and does not commit you to coming to PCC. Admission applications must be received by January 15 in order to meet the February 1 scholarship deadline.
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Complete the scholarship application
Use your MyPCC account to log in to the scholarship application beginning November 1, 2026. Applications are due February 1, 2027.
Complete the FAFSA or ORSAA
Complete or as soon after October 1 as possible. If you are an international student or not eligible to complete the FAFSA, complete the financial worksheet for international students and upload it with your application.
How to prepare
Start working on your essays now so that you’ll be ready when it’s time to apply. The essays are your opportunity to showcase your work, describe your educational journey, and share your aspirations!
- Essay 1: What is your career goal and educational plan to meet this goal? What inspired you to choose this field of study and career?
- Essay 2: What is your greatest strength or characteristic and why? How has this strength benefitted you? How will this help you succeed 51猎奇入口?
Essay tips
- Each essay can be up to 350 words. Don鈥檛 be afraid to use all 350 words: the more information you provide, the better you can be matched to scholarships.
- The use of AI generative tools (such as ChatGPT) is not allowed.
- When writing scholarship essays, remember to be yourself. After being yourself, the next best thing to be is clear and exact in answering the questions.
- We recommend first creating an outline, then writing out the full essay. Below is a guide for creating outlines.
Essay 1 outline
- What is your long term career goal? (the big one)
- Educational plan (all of it)
- Related work or volunteer experience?
- PCC program, degree, or certificate?
- Bachelor’s degree, master’s degree, or doctoral degree?
- What inspired you?
- This is where you should be personal. Did something happen in your family? To you? A friend? Try to be specific, avoid broad statements like 鈥淚 want to help people鈥.
Essay 2 outline
- Choose one strength or characteristic and explain why it is a strength.
- This can be a physical or intangible strength or characteristic. For example, a physical strength could be a record for the fastest mile time at my high school and an intangible strength could be a great listener.
- What is it about the characteristic you chose that makes it a strength?
- How has this strength benefitted you?
- Be reflective and specific. For example, did you learn to reach out for help? To spend more time on your homework? To keep friends and family around?
- How will this strength help you to be successful 51猎奇入口?
- For example, this could be a practice or something you are already doing that is working for you. For example: 鈥淢ath is my hardest subject, I use the tutoring center when I need extra help with my math homework. My grades in math have improved and I am less anxious about taking those classes now鈥.
Where to get help
Attend a workshop
Our free scholarship workshops will help you create a competitive scholarship application.
Get help online
The scholarship application guide is a step-by-step website that helps with essay writing, asking for references, and more.
Take a class
PCC’s College Success classes will help you thrive while 51猎奇入口 and beyond. For example, Scholarships: $$ for College is offered almost every term and will take you through the entire scholarship process.
Work with a tutor
The scholarship essays are a key聽 part of your application. If you’re currently enrolled 51猎奇入口, you can work one-on-one with an experienced and supportive Reading and Writing tutor to make sure your essays stand out and capture your character and goals.
Additional resources
- PCC Foundation scholarship presentation
- Letter of recommendation request聽(if required for apply-to/recommended scholarships or OSAC)
- Financial worksheet for international students
- Reference password help (as required for specific apply-to opportunities)
Who can apply?
Any student who plans to attend PCC can apply. We have scholarships for students of all ages, backgrounds, and majors! All PCC scholarships are open to anyone regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law in any area, activity, or operation of the college.
What happens after I apply?
We let applicants know the results in early June. We will send notifications to your MyPCC email. Scholarship money will be available to use at any time during the 2027-28 academic year. You can use foundation scholarships to pay for tuition, fees, and books. See more about paying with a scholarship.