2003-2004 Academic Catalog

204 Federal Grants Federal Pell Grant 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 through the Office of Education. All students with financial need are encouraged to apply for this grant, by using the Free Applica- tion for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Grants currently range from $400-$4,050 per year. Eligibility is determined by a federal processing agency for the Department of Education. Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant This grant is offered at Cedarville University to students with excep- tional need who are eligible to receive Pell Grants. Due to limited funding, Cedarville University offers SEOG with a maximum award of $1,000. United States Military Scholarships Army . Two, three, and three and one-half year scholarships are available for students who enroll in Army ROTC. These scholarships pay all tuition, fees, and textbooks, plus $250-$400 per month for 10 school months per year. For additional information contact the Professor of Military Science, Central State University, Wilberforce, OH 45384 (937- 376-6657 or 937-376-6279), or call Roger Overturf at 937-766-7808. Army National Guard . These scholarships pay up to $1,000 per school year and are available for those who qualify. Additional informa- tion pertaining to these scholarships is available from the Professor of Military Science at Central State University, or call Roger Overturf at 937-766-7808. Air Force . Air Force ROTC scholarships are available, paying for the cost of tuition, fees, and textbooks, plus $150 per month for 10 school months, 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 (937-775-2730), or call Roger Overturf at 937-766-7808. Special Institutional Grant and Scholarship Funds Alumni and other people who have a special interest in the growth and progress of Cedarville University 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, who determines who is eligible and the award that will be provided according to specific guidelines for each fund. The minimum cumulative GPA necessary to obtain assistance from these funds is 2.0 unless other- wise stipulated by the donor. Most of our institutional grant and scholarship agreements require students to be full-time (12 hours) in order to receive an award from the endowment funds. If attendance status is not addressed in the endow- ment document, the following adjustments will be made: 12 hours or more = Full award 9-11 hours = 3/4 award 6-8 hours = 1/2 award less than 6 hours = No award African-American Nursing Student Scholarship Given to students majoring in nursing. Students must have a GPA of 2.0 or above. Prefer- ence is given to African-American students. Alpha Chi Scholarship Fund Given to a full-time student who has completed 3 academic semesters as a member of Alpha Chi. The recipient must maintain a GPA of 2.5 or above, be actively participating in the Christian ministries program, and complete at least 25 hours of service to the community or campus each semester in activities other than the Christian ministries program. The Alumni Softball Fund Awarded to qualified students who participate in the softball program. Armstrong Family Memorial Scholarship Fund Given to students majoring in biblical education who are interested in full-time Christian service as a career. Provided by the families of Mead and Bryan Armstrong. Anonymous Bible Given to juniors or seniors majoring in comprehen- sive Bible, international studies, or preseminary. The Robert Atkinson Memorial Scholarship Given to juniors majoring in political science, history, or music with a GPA of 3.25 or above who are involved in ministry and community service. Preference is given to members of Licking County Grace Brethren Church, Blacklick, Ohio; Trinity Grace Brethren Church, Columbus, Ohio; or to children of active missionaries. The Autio Family Scholarship Provided by General Clyde and Mrs. Jean Autio for juniors who are majoring in engineering, nursing or education. Students must have a GPA of 3.0 or above and demonstrate financial need. Bartlett Family Early Childhood Education Scholarship Given to students majoring in early childhood education who are planning to teach kindergarten. Recipients must demonstrate potential to excel as classroom teachers, must have completed at least one year of study at Cedarville University, and must maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or above. Bartlett Family Nursing Scholarship Given to a student majoring in nursing. Recipient must have completed at least one year of study at Cedarville University. The recipient must also demonstrate financial need and maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above. Bartlett Family Professional Writing Scholarship Given to a student majoring in technical and professional communication. Recipient must have completed at least one year of study at Cedarville University. The recipient must also demonstrate financial need and maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or above. Rudy Bedford Endowed Memorial Scholarship Fund Given to a business major. Established by trustees of the University. William J. and Nora J. Bolthouse Endowed Scholarship Fund Given first to students of William Bolthouse Farms, Inc. employees. Other students may be eligible when the above priority has been satisfied. Ruby E. Booher Bontrager Memorial Endowed Grant Fund Given to students who have demonstrated financial need. Robert Orr Burns Scholarship Fund Given to mechanical engineering majors who have completed two years at Cedarville and have a GPA of 3.2 or above. May receive for up to two years. Endowed by Richard and Beverly Burns. The Ross and Gladys Campbell Scholarship Fund Awarded to students entering the ministry who demonstrate financial need. CDR Network Assistantship Fund Given to full-time students pursuing a degree in any academic program, however, preference will be given to students engaged in broadcast communications. Recipients must be contributing to the work of CDR Radio through special projects assigned by radio personnel. Preference given to students who demonstrate financial need. Cedarville University Memorial Endowment Given to full-time students who demonstrate financial need. The Christian Ministry Scholarship Fund Granted to full-time Bible majors with priority given to students whose parents are not in full-time Christian ministry and who have cystic fibrosis or a learning disability. David H. and Edith W. Clark Scholarship Fund Awarded to students with financial need who have completed one year at Cedarville and have a GPA of 2.5 or above. Students may receive this scholarship for up to three years. Computer Science Missions Scholarship Given to students majoring in computer science who have completed one year at Cedarville. The recipient must have served on a University or Christian organization sponsored missions trip or internship during the previous summer break. The Criminal Justice Scholarship Awarded to a senior criminal justice major who is involved in Christian service and demonstrates exemplary Christian character and financial need. Minor and Bernice Cross Endowed Scholarship Fund Given to students who demonstrate financial need. Preference is given to members in good standing of Faith Baptist Church, 2220 Western Ave., Matton, Illinois, or missionaries supported by that church. Little Eagle Memorial Scholarship Given to full-time sophomore, junior, or senior students who are majoring in education with a GPA of 3.0 or above. The recipient must have graduated from a home-school based curriculum. This scholarship is a memorial to Angela Justice Johnson (’99) and is provided by her friends and family. Willis F. Early Memorial Scholarship For training Christian students in business. Given to students majoring in business. Established by Richard Early as an endowment in memory of his father, Willis F. Early. Financial Information