1995-1996 Academic Catalog

196 Financial Information Ohio Instructional Grants Students who are residents of Ohio and have total family incomes of less than $28,000 may be eligible for an Ohio Instructional Grant. Application may be made through the completion of the FAFSA. State Grant Refund Policy Students who qualify for state grant funds must be registered for at least 12 credit hours per quarter in order to receive the benefits. Students withdrawing or dropping below full-time status during the quarter will have their state grant payments adjusted according to the state grant refund policy. Questions pertaining to policy details should be directed to the Financial Aid Office. 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 10% 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 procedures, contact your high school counselor, state aid commission or the financial aid office. Application deadlines are generally in March preceding the award year. Federal 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 permanent 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 sponsored 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. All students with financial need are encouraged to apply for this grant, preferably by using the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Grants currently range from $400 - $2,300 per year. Eligibility is determined by a federal processing agency for the Department of Education. Student Aid Reports are mailed directly to the applicant's home residence. Federal 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 of financial assistance a student may receive under a Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity 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 G.P.A. and scores on the ACT. The recipient 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 renew– able 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. 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, guards– men 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 of financial need is not a requirement. For more information call collect (513) 323-6704 or write to: Ohio National Guard, Educational Opportunities, 2825 West 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 Assistance Office, Ohio War Orphans Scholarship, 3600 State Office Tower, 30 East Broad Street, Columbus, OH 43215. United States Military Scholarships Army. Two-, three-, and three-and-a-half-year scholarships are available for students who enroll in Army ROTC. These scholar– ships pay all tuition, fees, and books, plus $150 per month for 10 school months per year. Additional information may be obtained by contacting the Professor of Military Science, Central State Univer– sity, 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. Addi– tional information pertaining to these scholarships is available from the Professor of Military Science, Central State University. Air Force. Air Force ROTC scholarships paying for the cost of tuition, fees, textbooks, and a $150 monthly allowance are available to students who demonstrate academic and leadership potential. Students interested in Air Force ROTC should contact the Department of Aerospace Studies, Wright State University, Dayton, OH 45435, phone: (513) 873-2730. Special Institutional Grant and Scholarship Funds Alumni and other people who have a special interest in the growth and progress of Cedarville College have generously donated funds to help defray educational expenses of students who have special and exceptional financial needs. These funds, which are listed below, are, for the most part, under the control of the director of financial aid. He will determine who is eligible and the award that will be provided according to specific guidelines for each fund. The minimum cumulative grade point average necessary to obtain assistance from these funds is 2.0 unless otherwise stipulated by the donor. The African/African American Nursing Scholarship This scholar– ship is awarded to an African or an African-American nursing student who demonstrates a high need for financial assistance and an eagerness to engage nursing abilities as a ministry for Christ and who maintains a satisfactory GPA. The Alumni Softball Fund Awarded to qualified students who participate in the softball program. Mead C. Armstrong Endowed Memorial Scholarship Fund Given to a student majoring in biblical education. Provided by the family of Mead Armstrong. The Robert Atkinson Memorial Scholarship Given to a junior majoring in political science, history, or music and having a GPA of 3.25 or higher. Preference is given to members of Licking County Grace Brethren, Blacklick, Ohio; Trinity Grace Brethren Church, Columbus, Ohio; or to a child of a current missionary. Rudy Bedford Endowed Memorial Scholarship Fund Given to a business major. Established by trustees of the College. Arthur Beerman Scholarship Given by an anonymous donor to honor Arthur Beerman's generosity in assisting a family member gain an education. Granted annually to a qualified student in the Music Department. William J. and Nora J. Bolthouse Endowed Scholarship Fund Given first to students from Ensley Baptist Church of Sand Lake, Ml, and to students of William Bolthouse Farms, Inc. employees. Other students may be eligible when the above priority has been satisfied.