1991-1992 Academic Catalog

Paul Douglas Teacher Scholarship Program This program is designed to assist eligible students enrolled in a teacher certification program at the pre-school, elementary or secondary level. Applicants must rank in the top l 0% of his or her high school graduating class, or have received GED test scores equivalent to ranking in the top 10% of high school graduates nationally. Applicants may be eligible to receive up to $5,000 per year. For more information concerning eligibility requirements and application precedures, contact your high school coun– selor, state aid commission or the financial aid office. Application deadlines are gener– ally in March preceding the award year. PELL Grants A student who is a United States citizen, or who is in the United States for other than a temporary purpose and intends to become a permanent resident, or who is a perma– nent resident of the Trust Territories of the Pacific Islands or of the Northern Mariana Islands, may be eligible for a federal grant under an entitlement grant program spon– sored by the federal government through the Office of Education. Students may see their high school guidance counselors or write the financial aid director for additional information. As of January 1, 1978, application for this grant can be made through the Financial Aid Form (FAF) or by submitting a separate Federal student aid application. All stu– dents with financial need are encouraged to apply for this grant, preferably by using the Financial Aid Form (FAF). Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants The federal government, through the United States Office of Education, provides funds for a limited number of students with exceptional financial need who require these grants to attend college, and who show academic or creative promise. The amount offinancial assistance a student may receive under a Supplemental Educational Oppor– tunity Grant depends upon his need, taking into account his financial resources, those of his parents, and the cost of attending Cedarville. In addition, a student must be eligible to receive a Pell Grant. The Ohio Academic Scholarship Program A $1,000 scholarship is awarded to the top graduating senior in each accredited Ohio high school. The student is chosen according to his G.P.A. and scores on the ACT, and must attend an eligible Ohio college or university. If the top student chooses not to attend an Ohio institution, the scholarship is awarded to the next highest student in the graduating class. The scholarship is renewable each year providing the student remains full time and is making satisfactory academic progress. One thousand of these scholarships are awarded each year. For more information, contact your high school counselor. Financial Information 207 The Ohio Air National Guard Tuition Assistance Program This program assists Ohio National Guard members who are full time students, at least 17 years old, and enlisted for a period of six years. Up to twelve quarters of instructional and general fees will be paid for the student. After basic and specialty training, guardsmen meet one weekend a month and two weeks during each summer. In addition to the tuition assistance, the time spent on duty is paid according to rank. Both men and women are accepted into this program, and proof offinancial need is not a requirement. For more information call collect (513) 323-6704 or write to: Ohio National Guard, Educational Opportunities, 2825 W. Granville Rd., Worthington, OH 43085. The Ohio War Orphans Scholarship This scholarship is awarded to students who are children of deceased or disabled veterans. The student must be enrolled full time and be making satisfactory academic progress. For more information, contact the Ohio Board of Regents, Student Assistant Office, Ohio War Orphans Scholarship, 3600 State Office Tower, 30 East Broad Street, Columbus, OH 43215. United States Military Scholarships Anny. Two-, three-, and three-and-a-half-year scholarships are available for stu– dents who enroll in Army ROTC. These scholarships pay all tuition, fees, and books, plus $100 per month for 10 school months per year. Additional information may be obtained by contacting the Professor of Military Science, Central State University, Wilberforce, OH 45384, or by calling (513) 376-6657 or (513) 376-6279. United States Army National Guard Scholarships, which pay up to $1000 per school year, are available for those who qualify. Additional information pertaining to these scholarships is available from the Professor of Military Science, Central State Univer– sity. Air Force. Air Force ROTC scholarships paying for the cost of tuition, fees, text– books, and a $100 montltly allowance are available to students who demonstrate aca– demic and leadership potential. Students interested in Air Force ROTC should contact the Department ofAerospace Studies, Wright State University, Dayton, OH 45435, phone: (513) 873-2730.