Scholarship Resources
We encourage you to apply for a scholarship, and will provide the support you need to present the best possible application.
Need help writing your personal statement or filling out the online application?
Call, email or stop by the BTC Foundation Office. You don’t need an appointment, but feel free to request one if you’d like. Just contact Valerie Frank.
Telephone: 360-752-8684
Office: College Services Building, Floor 2
Email:
Need help filling out the FAFSA form?
BTC’s Student Financial Resources can help.
Telephone: 360-752-8351
Office: College Services Building, Floor 1
Email:
Find more Student Financial Resources here.
What to expect on the BTC Foundation Scholarship Application:
You will need to supply your Student Identification Number (SID) and your Expected Family Contribution (EFC) from your FAFSA. As part of the scholarship application, you’ll be required to write a personal statement. Here is an outline to help you with your essay:
- Who you are, including your academic goals;
- Need for scholarship funds (including family responsibilities and/ or financial conditions and life circumstances) and how a scholarship will assist you in reaching your goals;
- Why you have chosen to pursue a career in the program area for which you are applying & what will make you successful in class and in the workforce;
- List any school activities, community service, leadership and/ or volunteer activities you have participated in;
- Honors/awards and other pertinent information.
Here are some questions to ask yourself when preparing your essay:
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About You: |
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What personal characteristics have shaped your outlook on life? |
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Have you had any experiences that inspired you to pursue your education? |
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Has someone had a significant influence on your life? |
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What would set you apart from other applicants? Have you overcome unusual obstacles or hardships (economic, personal, physical)? Have you achieved an important personal or professional goal? |
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How do you give back to your community? Do you volunteer or participate in community service activities? |
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About Your Program: |
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When did you become interested in this field? |
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What excites you about working in this field? |
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How did you learn about this BTC program? Through a friend or mentor? An advertisement? High school teacher? Or a co-worker? |
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Do you know or have you spoken with anyone who has completed this program? |
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What work or life experience have you obtained that will help you succeed in the classroom? |
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About Your Career: |
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What are your career goals? |
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Where do you see yourself in five years? How do you plan to get there? |
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What are some of your life goals? How will your career choice help you achieve them? |