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    1509 N. Boulder Avenue ADM 209
    Russellville, AR 72801-2222

All applications and documentation must be received by March 15.

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MULTI-DEPARTMENT MAJORS

J.L. Adkins and Cora E. Adkins Scholarship
Established at the bequest of J.L. and Cora E. Adkins, annual scholarship awards are made to students pursuing a degree in Education or Fine Arts. While preference will be given to Arkansas Tech students from the Missouri counties of Dunklin, Stoddard or New Madrid, any Education or Fine Arts major is eligible to apply. Awards will be made each year that funds are sufficient.


Dr. Robert Autry Brooks Scholarship
Through the generosity of Dr. Robert Autry Brooks, scholarships will be granted each fall semester that funds are sufficient. Preference will be given to a traditional incoming freshman who is an Arkansas resident majoring in one of the Arts or Sciences (including, but not limited to English, Literature, Mathematics, and Chemistry). The recipient must have a high school cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or higher, maintain full-time student status and have demonstrated financial need. The scholarship may be renewable with the original recipient for three additional years if the recipient continues to remain in good academic standing and making academic progress, enroll in and successfully complete a full-time academic class load per semester.


Denton-Wainright Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship was established by Cheryl Denton in memory of Dr. John Wainright and Joan Wainright in recognition of the difference they made in the lives of Tech students through their support and guidance. Joan Wainright was on the music faculty from 1955 to 1982. Dr. John Wainright, at Tech from 1952-1981, was on the faculty in music and education. He was named Dean of Education in 1970 and served in that capacity until 1981. Scholarships and awards will be granted each fall that funds are sufficient in accordance with the following criteria: The recipient must be a junior or senior majoring in music education with the intent to teach elementary music or education: preference order (1) music education-keyboard instrumental (2) music education-keyboard vocal (3) music education-vocal (4) English education or (5) education. In addition the recipient must maintain full-time student status, and have demonstrated financial need. The scholarship may be renewed for the spring semester provided the recipient continues to meet the scholarship criteria and funds are sufficient. Scholarship recipients from one year will be eligible to reapply for subsequent years.


Opal James Memorial Scholarship
The family and friends of Opal James have established an endowed scholarship in memory of Mr. James, a park ranger who was killed while on duty in 1977. The scholarship is awarded annually to a student in Recreation and Park Administration or Fisheries and Wildlife Biology. Scholarship and future potential for service will be considered in making the award.


Vann Kerns Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship will be awarded each year that funds are sufficient. Preference will be given to students pursuing a degree in physics, mathematics, or a pre-medical school course of study. To be considered for this award, students must have a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or higher, have demonstrated financial need and enroll in and successfully complete a minimum of fifteen hours each semester.


Jack L. King Scholarship
This partial-tuition scholarship will be awarded each semester that funds are available. To be eligible for this scholarship the student must be a graduate of Western Yell County High School, have an ACT composite score of 19 or above and an ACT Math and Science score of 22 or above, have declared a major in Engineering, Math, Science or a related field at Arkansas Tech University.


Charles D. and Edna B. Labahn Scholarship
This tuition, fees, and book scholarship will be awarded each year that funds are sufficient. Applicants should be an incoming freshman who has graduated from an Arkansas High School with a “B” grade point average or higher. Applicants must have demonstrated financial need, have declared a major in Accounting, pre-med, or Recreation and Parks Administration, and have full-time student status. Submit two letters of recommendation from high school teachers and/or counselors with the application. This scholarship is renewable for up to seven consecutive semesters, provided the recipient continues to maintain a 2.5 or higher cumulative grade point average, maintains full-time student status, and specifically requests such renewal.


Lloyd D. McDaniel Engineering or Computer and Information Science Scholarship
Scholarship awards will be granted each year that funds are sufficient to any level student who has declared a major in Engineering or Computer and Information Science, has a grade point average of 3.0 or higher, has demonstrated financial need, and submits the private scholarship application in writing. To be eligible for this scholarship, students must be enrolled in the appropriate classes and be under the direction of an Engineering or Computer and Information Science advisor for the semester of the award. Awards may be renewed until graduation if the student maintains a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or higher, remains a major in Engineering or the Computer and Information Science program and is making satisfactory progress toward an Engineering or Computer and Information Science degree.


P. K. Merrill Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship is given to a junior or senior majoring in sociology or history.


Greg A. Parks Memorial Scholarship
A partial tuition scholarship will be granted each semester that funds are available to a junior or senior level student majoring in psychology or pre-med (biology or chemistry). Applicants must be enrolled in 15 credit hours or more, have a minimum cumulative 3.0 grade point average, and demonstrate financial need. The initial recipient shall be eligible to retain the scholarship for up to three additional consecutive semesters provided he/she enrolls in and successfully completes 15 credit hours and maintains a cumulative 3.0 grade point average.


Glori Ann Perkins Scholarship
The awarding of this scholarship will alternate between art/art education and engineering majors. The applicant must be a junior level student, enrolled in 15 semester hours or more, maintain a cumulative 3.2 or higher grade point average, have demonstrated financial need, and be a student legally present in the United States. This scholarship may be renewed three additional consecutive semesters provided the recipient enrolls in and successfully completes a 15 hour course load each semester, maintains a cumulative 3.2 grade point average, and is on track to graduate by the end of the fourth semester.


The Phoenix Scholarship
A $250 scholarship award will be made each fall and spring that funds are available based on the following criteria: applicant must be an Arkansas resident (or at least considered a resident for purposes of tuition), a full-time student with a declared major, and of sophomore classification or higher with a 2.0 cumulative grade point average or higher at the time funds are dispersed. Recipient can not be a transfer student, must have demonstrated financial need, and must be making academic progress as defined through the Office of Financial Aid. Applicant should submit one letter of recommendation from a faculty or staff member attesting to their dedication to succeed, and submit an essay that clearly demonstrates a significant obstacle or challenge the applicant has faced and how overcoming it has affected them. The essay should also reflect how the applicant plans to give back to the community. This scholarship is renewable for the spring semester as long as the recipient continues to meet the above criteria. After receiving the scholarship for one academic year (fall and spring), the recipient is not eligible to re-apply.


Reeves Ritchie Scholarship
An annual scholarship in the amount of $1,500 awarded to a senior majoring in fisheries and wildlife science or recreation and parks administration. Preference will be given to a student who plans to reside in Arkansas after graduation. Mr. Ritchie, now retired, was a long-time president of Arkansas Power & Light (now Entergy).


Louise Berkeley Turner Scholarship
This partial-tuition scholarship will be awarded each fall semester that funds are available to a student majoring in math, science or a related field and may be renewed for one consecutive semester provided the recipient is making sufficient academic progress.


Yell County Wildlife Federation Scholarship
A $500 scholarship award will be granted each spring that funds are available. The recipient will be a second-semester freshman or higher in classification with a 2.5 or higher cumulative grade point average, majoring in Fisheries and Wildlife or Parks and Recreation and demonstrated financial need. Recipient selection in order of preference will be: (1) a Fisheries and Wildlife major from Yell County, (2) a Parks and Recreation major from Yell County, (3) any qualified Fisheries and Wildlife major, (4) any qualified Parks and Recreation major. If no qualified student is identified from the specific preference categories listed above, the scholarship funds will be carried forward to the following year. The recipient must attend the January Federation meeting to have a picture made receiving the scholarship.




NO SPECIFIC MAJOR REQUIRED

Susan Adams Memorial Scholarship
The family and friends of Susan Adams have established a scholarship in her memory. The amount of the scholarship will be credited toward tuition for the recipient. Although any worthy student is eligible to receive the scholarship, preference in selection will be given to out-of-state students who are children of Tech graduates.


Heartsill and Polly Bartlett Scholarship
Preference will be given to a student who is a traditional, incoming freshman from Pope or Yell County, Arkansas, has a cumulative grade point average from high school of 2.0 or higher, has demonstrated financial need and is planning to attend Arkansas Tech University full-time. To be considered for this scholarship, applicants must submit a letter of application and a letter of recommendation from their high school counselor in addition to a completed scholarship application. This scholarship may be renewable at the discretion of Arkansas Tech University if the recipient is making acceptable academic progress. Scholarships will be awarded each year that funds are sufficient.


Janet Beck Memorial Scholarship
This memorial scholarship has been established by the parents and friends of Janet Beck in honor of her many accomplishments. Awards will be made each year that funds are sufficient with the initial recipient being a graduating senior from Nemo Vista High School. In addition, a second recipient will be chosen on an alternating basis from either Sacred Heart or Wonderview High School. In the event that no applicant meets the specified criteria in a given year, this scholarship may go un-awarded for that year. Two letters of recommendation from high school teachers and/or counselors should accompany the scholarship application.


B. J. Burton Memorial Scholarship
Scholarships and awards will be granted each fall that funds are sufficient. The recipient must be a member of the Arkansas Tech Softball Team, with full-time student status, sophomore level or higher, and have a cumulative grade point average of 2.5 or higher. Demonstrate financial need. The scholarship may be renewed for the spring semester provided the recipient continues to meet the scholarship criteria and funds are sufficient. Scholarship recipients from one year will be eligible to reapply for subsequent years.


Judge J. E. Chambers Scholarship
Proceeds from an endowment by the family of the late Judge John E. Chambers provide scholarships for outstanding applicants from Danville, Fourche Valley, Western Yell County or Dardanelle high schools. Academic promise and service to school and community will be heavily considered in determining the recipient. Submit application with two supporting letters of recommendation.


John Clement / First State Bank Scholarship Fund
Established by the First State Bank, this scholarship honors John Clement for his many years of service to the River Valley community. Scholarship applicants must have the recommendation of their high school counselor as being qualified to complete a higher education curriculum. Additionally, applicants must have demonstrated financial need and not have access to other scholarships or grants which will completely pay their education costs.


Connie V., Loretta M., & Elora C. Coker Scholarship
This scholarship will be awarded each year that funds are sufficient. Preference will be given to an incoming freshman, a graduate of Two Rivers School District in Arkansas, and enrolls in 15 semester credit hours or more. This scholarship may be renewed for the freshman spring semester if the recipient continues to enroll in 15 credit hours and maintains a cumulative 2.0 grade point average or higher. If the recipient meets the scholarship renewal requirements of the freshman year, the scholarship may be renewed for an additional six consecutive semesters provided the recipient enrolls in and successfully completes 15 credit hours each semester and maintains a cumulative 2.5 grade point average or higher.


DeHaven Family Annual Scholarship
Awards will be made each year to recipient(s) who are concurrently enrolled in high school in Pope or Yell County and in undergraduate class at Arkansas Tech University, have demonstrated financial need and academic ability, and have the written recommendation of their high school counselor.


Elton and Deanna Epley Family Scholarship
This scholarship will be awarded to an incoming student each year that funds are sufficient. The award will cover tuition and fees for one year and one-half the cost of on-campus room and board. Preference will be given to a student who has demonstrated financial need and is a graduate of Green Forest, Arkansas, Public Schools. A personal interview will be a part of the selection process. Applicants will also provide two letters of recommendation from high school counselors, teachers or employers. The committee will consider the students high school academic record, including both grades and standardized test scores.


Nicki Goodlett Memorial Scholarship
A scholarship award will be made each year that funds are available. The student must meet the following criteria: be an Arkansas resident, full-time student, be of sophomore classification (30 credit hours) or higher, have a 2.0 cumulative GPA or higher, receiving no other scholarships. Applicants should submit a letter of application expressing need and goals, three letters of recommendation from a pastor, faculty member, or other who can articulate the applicant’s background, financial situation, and goal: and show performance that reflects an ability to successfully attain a college degree and demonstrates a significant trend toward academic improvement.


Heard Scholarship
The Heard Scholarship established by John W. Heard will be awarded each fall semester that funds are available. The student must be an entering freshman graduating from Lamar High School with a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher. Enroll in and successfully complete 15 hours class load per semester. An applicant letter explaining need and goals and letters of recommendation from high school counselor and principal should accompany the scholarship application.


Charles and Carol Lee Ketcheside Scholarship
Scholarships will be granted each year that funds are sufficient to a full-time student who is in good academic standing and has demonstrated financial need.


M. E. Maxwell Scholarship
The scholarship will be awarded each year funds are sufficient to a student who has been a Pope County resident for a minimum of five years, has an ACT composite score of 21 or above, a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or higher, is a full-time student, and demonstrates financial need. Recipients may re-apply for subsequent years.


George C. McCarty Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship is based on financial need of a male student. A scholarship award will be made each fall semester that funds are sufficient.


Mitchell-Keathley Scholarship
Established in honor of Mr. and Mrs. Bobby Keathley and Mr. Boss Mitchell, this scholarship will benefit graduates of Danville High School. To be eligible for this scholarship, the applicant must have attended Danville High School (Danville, AR) for the last four semesters prior to graduation and be accepted for admission to Arkansas Tech University. Additionally, high school grade point average, ACT score, leadership roles in school and community, and financial need will be considered.


Van & Marilyn Moores Scholarship
This partial-tuition general scholarship will be awarded annually. Most awards are made to incoming freshmen.


Harold and Jackie Neal Scholarship
A scholarship awarded each year that funds are sufficient to a deserving Arkansas Tech University student who demonstrates financial need and is making acceptable academic progress.


Non-Traditional Student Scholarship Fund
A scholarship awarded each spring semester that funds are sufficient, with preference given to a non-traditional student who is 23 years or older and has a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.0.


Rexann Oller International Students Scholarship
The Rexann Oller International Students Scholarship will be awarded each year to an international student who shows academic achievement in international affairs and/or strong background and interest in international relations. This scholarship is open to all Arkansas Tech International undergraduate and graduate students who have a minimum GPA of 3.0. Preference will be given to students with demonstrated financial need. Recipients of other tuition scholarships are not eligible to apply. Please contact the office of ATU International Student Services and the Dean of Graduate Studies or full application requirements.


Anita Page Memorial Scholarship
The recipient of this scholarship must work a designated number of hours per week in a department related to the student’s major.


Tate Page Family Scholarship
The family of the late Dr. Tate Page has endowed a scholarship in his memory which will be awarded annually.


Jim Price Memorial Scholarship
Friends and members of the Church of Christ have established an endowed scholarship fund in memory of Jim Price to assist students who are members of the Church of Christ. The scholarship is awarded on a semester basis and can be renewed for one additional semester. To be eligible, a recipient must have completed 24 or more hours at Arkansas Tech with a "C" average or better. Applicants may contact the Jim Price Memorial Scholarship Fund Board of Directors at the Church of Christ Student Center in Russellville. Students should be recommended by their home congregation.


A.L. & Verneil Reed Scholarship Fund
Established through the generosity of Mr. and Mrs. Reed, this scholarship shall be awarded each year that funds are sufficient to an undergraduate student who meets the entry requirements of Arkansas Tech and can provide proof of an earned cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or higher as reflected on an official high school transcript. In addition, applicants must enroll as a full-time student, successfully maintain that full-time status and have demonstrated financial need.


Davidson Roy Scholarship
Awarded each year that funds are sufficient, this scholarship will be awarded to students who have a proven record of academic achievement and demonstrated financial need.


Russellville Kiwanis Club Jack Holloway / Joe Ray Scholarship
This endowed scholarship has been established by the Russellville Kiwanis Club through the Arkansas Tech University Foundation for the purpose of providing scholarships for students attending Arkansas Tech University. This scholarship is in memory of Jack W. Holloway who was an active Kiwanian for over 30 years and a veteran of WW II. Joe Ray was from Havana and served in the Arkansas Senate. Scholarships will be granted each year that funds are sufficient with preference given to students who have graduated from high school in Perry, Yell, Newton or Pope County, have maintained a high school grade point average of at least 2.5 on a 4.0 scale and are planning to attend Arkansas Tech University on a full-time basis. Scholarships will be awarded for a period of one year. However, students may re-apply for subsequent years if they maintain a cumulative grade point average of 2.5 or higher at Arkansas Tech University.


Russellville Noon Lions Club Scholarship
A scholarship will be awarded to a local student who exhibits academic ability, leadership, and financial need. Recipient will be required to attend a meeting of Russellville Noon Lions Club.


Russellville Rotary Club Scholarship
A scholarship is awarded each year to a Pope County student. Applications may be made each summer to the Rotary Club through any of its members.


Mary Teresa Shinn Scholarship
The scholarship is given in memory of Mary Teresa Shinn.


Kenneth and Janice Sutton Scholarship
Through the generosity of Kenneth and Janice Sutton this scholarship has been established for the purpose of providing scholarships for students attending Arkansas Tech University. To be eligible for this scholarship the recipient must be a resident of Stone County in Arkansas, be a traditional entering freshman with an ACT composite score of 21 or higher, a high school cumulative grade point average of 3.0 and be a full-time student. Submit a letter of recommendation from the high school counselor or one of the applicant’s teachers. The award is renewable for the spring semester provided the recipient completed the full-time course load in the fall semester with a 2.5 grade point average and enrolls as a full-time student in the spring semester.


Mary Elizabeth Ragland Urton Memorial Scholarship
An award will be given each year that funds are sufficient to a deserving female student who has maintained a minimum grade point average of 2.5; practices her leadership skills; and exemplifies ethical and moral values.


Alfred and Martha Brownlee Vance Scholarship
An annual scholarship for an incoming freshman will be awarded each year funds are sufficient. Preference will be given to a Pope County resident.


Vance Family Scholarship
The annual scholarship will be awarded when funds are sufficient.


Jessie Rye Wade Scholarship
This scholarship will be awarded each year that funds are sufficient to full-time students who exhibit academic progress and have demonstrated financial need. To be considered, applicants must submit a completed application along with a letter of recommendation from an Arkansas Tech University faculty member.


Eugene and Hazel Weir Educational Trust
This scholarship was established to provide scholarships to qualified Arkansas Tech University students from Pope County, Arkansas. Mrs. Weir graduated from Atkins High School, attended Arkansas Tech and then went on to teach in Pope County schools for 48 years, including many years in Russellville.


Robert Hays and Martha Williams Scholarship
The Robert Hays and Martha Williams tuition scholarship is awarded to an incoming freshman annually. The recipient must be a high school graduate from Pope, Crawford or Yell counties. The student must have maintained a "B" average through high school, participated in school activities, possess the quality of good citizenship and have financial need.


Ted and Betty Williams Scholarship
In honor of Ted and Betty Williams, this scholarship has been established to provide scholarships during the fall and spring semesters for students who demonstrate financial need, maintain a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or higher, enroll in and successfully complete a minimum of fifteen hours each semester, and exhibit leadership potential as demonstrated by extracurricular achievements. Scholarship recipients from one year will be eligible to re-apply for subsequent years. Applicants must submit a written application to the Director of Enrollment Management in a process that will be administered by the Office of Academic Affairs. This scholarship requires a separate application which is available through the Admissions Office in the Student Services Building.


Teresa Williams Memorial Endowment Scholarship
Endowed scholarships to Arkansas Tech will be awarded to qualified high school graduates of Benton, Arkansas.


Yell County Scholarship
This partial-tuition scholarship was established by an anonymous donor and is to be awarded to deserving students from Yell County.

School of Business

Jasper Vernon Howard Scholarship
An endowed scholarship in memory of Jasper Vernon Howard will be awarded annually to a student in the School of Business. The recipient must demonstrate a financial need and must meet and maintain satisfactory scholastic requirements.


Bert and Annette Mullens Scholarship
This partial-tuition scholarship is awarded each year that funds are sufficient to an incoming freshman majoring in business. Preference is given to a Pope County resident. Award is based on GPA, financial need and test scores.


Regions Bank Scholarship
This scholarship will be awarded each year that funds are sufficient to a junior or senior level student majoring in a degree program within the School of Business, enrolled in a 15 credit hour or more course load, with a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 and demonstrated financial need. This scholarship can be renewed for up to three consecutive semesters provided the recipient enrolls in and successfully completes a 15 credit hour course load each semester and maintains a 3.0 grade point average.

School of Community Education and Professional Development

James L. Witt Scholarship
This scholarship was established for the purpose of providing scholarships for students attending Arkansas Tech University majoring in Emergency Management. Scholarships and awards will be granted each year that funds are sufficient, with preference given to students who have a minimum of 24 college hours, maintains a minimum class load of 6 hours per semester, and a cumulative 3.0 grade point average.

School of Education

J. Louis and Florence C. Cooper Scholarship
This scholarship was established by educators J. Louis and Florence C. Cooper for needy and deserving individuals with priority being given to students in teacher education. To be eligible for this award, the student must have reached the junior or senior level, have a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or higher, demonstrated financial need and enroll in and successfully complete a minimum of 15 credit hours per semester.


John Paul Leonard Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship will be awarded each fall that funds are sufficient. Preference will be given to a female student who is from Russellville, Arkansas, has reached junior or senior status in her undergraduate career, has demonstrated financial need, has declared a major in and is planning to pursue a career in teaching children with special educational needs, maintains a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or higher, enrolls in and successfully completes a full-time academic class load. In addition, this scholarship is renewable for the spring if the recipient continues to meet the stated criteria.

School of Liberal and Fine Arts

Bill Preston Donnell Memorial Art Scholarship
The family and friends of Bill Donnell, a 1993 Tech graduate in graphic design, have established a tuition scholarship as a tribute to his memory. Each year the funds from the Bill Donnell, Jr., Memorial Golf Tournament hosted by Chamberlyne Country Club will be contributed to the scholarship account. This scholarship will be awarded each fall term to an entering freshman or current student who is majoring in art. Preference will be given to students who demonstrate financial need, who are residents of Yell County, and/or who plan to study emphasis in graphic design.


T. A. Dulaney Memorial Scholarship
Awards will be granted annually if funds are sufficient. Recipients will be chosen based on the following criteria: a junior or senior student who has declared a major in history or political sciences, demonstrated financial need, and enrolled in a semester course load of 15 hours or more. Preference will be given to a student who plans to teach. The recipient may re-apply for the scholarship.


Gene Farmer Memorial Award
A grant is awarded to an Arkansas high school editor who plans to specialize in either journalism or political science at Arkansas Tech University. This award, to honor and encourage a student of outstanding ability, will be made to the high school editor whose academic and journalistic accomplishments indicate the greatest potential for distinguished service in either field. The award, from the income of the Gene Farmer Memorial Endowment, is in memory of one of Arkansas Tech’s most distinguished graduates, who from a beginning as editor of Tech’s student newspaper, achieved national and international prominence as a journalist. Mr. Farmer authored several books and worked for many years as a senior editor for Life Magazine.


International Relations Scholarship
Awards will be made each year that funds are sufficient to a sophomore, junior, or senior level student majoring in History/Political Science with a cumulative 3.0 or higher grade point average. Preference will be given to a veteran, current active duty military, National Guard, or member of the Reserve Armed Forces. The student must have completed at least 6 credit hours (with a “B” or better) from the following courses or completed 3 credit hours (with a “B” or better) and enrolled in 3 or more credit hours in the following International Relations or Foreign Policy courses: POLS 3013, POLS 3403, POLS 3413, POLS 4963 (with an international focus), POLS 4983 (with an international focus).


Russellville Kiwanis Ark River Valley Arts Center
Scholarships will be granted each year that funds are sufficient. The applicant must be a full-time student who has graduated from high school in Pope or Yell County, Arkansas, have achieved sophomore status, majoring in Fine Arts, and maintains a cumulative grade point average of 2.5 or higher. Recipients of this scholarship will be required to volunteer at least two hours per week at the Arkansas River Valley Arts Center for each semester that they receive this award. This scholarship is automatically renewable for an additional two years if the recipient maintains the required criteria.


T-Smooth Scholarship Project
Through the generosity of T. J. Smith, a scholarship fund has been established through the Arkansas Tech University Foundation. An award will be made each fall that funds are available to a full-time student with a declared major in journalism. An entering freshman must have a 3.0 or higher grade point average and a 21 ACT score; a sophomore or higher classification must have a 2.75 cumulative college grade point average. The recipient must demonstrate financial need and must submit an essay that clearly details why journalism was chosen as a major and how the student plans to use the journalism degree. This scholarship is renewable for the spring semester as long as the recipient continues to meet the above criteria. The recipient is not eligible to re-apply for subsequent years.

School of Physical and Life Sciences

Markey Butterworth Scholarship
An endowed scholarship in memory of Markey Butterworth is given annually to an out-of-state student majoring in Fisheries and Wildlife Biology.


First United Methodist Church Scholarship
An endowed scholarship has been established by the First United Methodist Church in Russellville to assist Methodist students who are nursing, medical assistant, health information management, or medical technology majors at Arkansas Tech. Students majoring in nursing will receive first consideration. Students should be recommended by their home church pastor.


Eupha Sue Knox Scholarship for Nursing
A scholarship will be awarded each semester that funds are sufficient to an upper division nursing student who is enrolled in a minimum of 15 credit hours. Preference will be given to Arkansas residents that have demonstrated financial need. Recipients may re-apply for further consideration in subsequent years.


Earlene Mullins Nursing Scholarship
This scholarship will be awarded each semester that funds are sufficient to an upper division nursing student who is enrolled in 15 credit hours or more, and has demonstrated financial need. Preference will be given to applicants who are single parents. Each award will be for one semester but recipients may re-apply for further consideration.


St. Mary’s Regional Medical Center Nursing Scholarship
This scholarship will be awarded each semester that funds are sufficient. The recipient will be a junior or senior level student majoring in Nursing, enrolled in a minimum of 15 credit hours, with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher, and must demonstrate financial need. Special consideration shall be given to students who are conversant in Spanish or taking Spanish courses and intend to stay in the Russellville area after graduation. The scholarship is renewable for up to three consecutive semesters as long as the student enrolls in and successfully completes course load of 15 credit hours and maintains a 3.0 or higher grade point average.


Penny L. Wheeler Memorial Scholarship
A scholarship is awarded annually to the most deserving nursing student based upon high school record, need, and test scores.

School of System Science

Harry T. Casner Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship will be awarded each fall that funds are sufficient with preference being given to an incoming freshman who plans to major in Mathematics, is an Arkansas resident, has demonstrated financial need, has earned a high school cumulative grade point average of 2.5 or higher, submits a letter of recommendation and an applicant letter with the scholarship application. In addition, the scholarship may be renewable if the recipient enrolls in and successfully completes a full-time academic load of 15 hours per semester and maintains a cumulative grade point average of 2.5 or higher.


Feltner Kirkpatrick Scholarship
This scholarship will be awarded each year that funds are sufficient to a student who is pursuing a course of study that has ties to the food service or hospitality industry, have a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or higher and have a minimum ACT score of 20 or higher.


Don C. Guess 4-H Scholarship
An endowed scholarship awarded each year that funds are sufficient. Preference will be given to entering freshman who is an active member of 4-H in either Pope or Yell County, has exhibited at the Pope or Yell County Fair, has a cumulative high school grade point average of 2.75 or higher and is planning to pursue an Agriculture or Agriculture-Business degree.


David Harlan McMillan Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship will be awarded each year that funds are sufficient with preference given to an Arkansas resident at the junior or senior level who is majoring in electrical or mechanical engineering, has a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or higher and is enrolled in a 15 hour or more course load. The scholarship may be renewed for up to three consecutive semesters provided the recipient enrolls in and successfully completes a 15 hour course load each semester and maintains a cumulative 3.0 or higher grade point average.


James E. and Martha S. Newton Engineering Scholarship
Scholarships will be granted each fall that funds are sufficient in accordance with the following criteria: the recipient must be a Pope County resident, junior or senior level student, major in engineering, be a full-time student enrolled in a minimum of 15 semester credit hours, and have a cumulative 3.0 or higher grade point average. Financial need will be considered. The scholarship may be renewed for the spring semester provided the recipient continues to meet the scholarship criteria and funds are sufficient. Scholarship recipients from one year will be eligible to reapply for subsequent years.


Pope County Cattlewomen’s
A $500 one-semester scholarship will be granted each fall that funds are available. The recipient must be a Pope County resident, freshman or sophomore level student with GPA of 2.5 or higher, full-time student enrolled in 12 semester credit hours with a minimum of one course in the department of agriculture. Applicant must submit one educational and one personal letter of recommendation, and a letter of application that expresses the students need and goals, specifically career goals as they relate to agriculture. Preference will be given to students who themselves, their parents or grandparents are members of the Pope County Cattlemen’s Association (submit copy of receipt or letter, if applicable.) Demonstrate financial need.


Pope County Farm Bureau
Two $500 scholarships will be awarded each fall semester that funds are available to Pope County students majoring in a degree program within the Department of Agriculture. Preference will be given to students whose parents or grandparents are members of Pope County Farm Bureau. Recipients will be full-time students, with sophomore classification or higher, and a cumulative grade point average of 2.5 or higher. The scholarship is renewable for the spring semester if the student maintains a 2.5 grade point average and successfully completes a 12 credit hour course load during the fall semester. The recipient is eligible to reapply in subsequent years.

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All applications and documentation must be received by March 15.