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The Aspire Scholarship

The Aspire Scholarship Program provides supplemental financial assistance to qualified single parents pursuing a full-time, career-oriented education that will improve their income-earning potential. Aspire scholarships of $1,000 are awarded two times a year (Fall and Spring semesters). Additional merit scholarships are awarded to students who achieve a GPA of 3.0 or higher during a given semester. Applicants may reapply, but must fill out an application each semester a scholarship is sought. The Aspire scholarship can be used for any financial need that supports success in school including: books, school/lab fees, computer equipment, car maintenance, childcare, medical expenses, and utility bills.

Step 1

Check Eligibility

Step 2

Create Account & Apply

Step 3

Complete an Interview

Awards

How Do I apply?

ELIGIBILITY — If you meet all of the following criteria, you are invited to submit an application.

Resident of or attending school in Jasper or Newton County
Single head of household (single, legally separated, divorced, widowed) and not co-habiting with an ex-spouse, or partner; with primary physical custody of one or more children under the age of 21
Earned a high school diploma or GED
Attending a college or university part-time (at least 6 to 11 credit hours per semester) or full time (at least 12 credit hours per semester)
Recipient of a Pell Grant
Pursuing a career-oriented course of study to ensure a better standard of living for your family

* Applicants cannot already have earned an undergraduate degree.

APPLY — To apply online, you need to create an account, complete an application, upload supporting documents, and submit. Application deadlines are November 15 (Spring) and May 15 (Fall).

INTERVIEW — After the deadline, applications will be screened. Those applicants meeting all requirements will be invited to a personal interview. (Applicants are responsible for scheduling their interview.)

AWARDS — Applicants will receive written notification regarding whether they have been awarded a scholarship. Those not receiving funding may reapply for a scholarship the next semester.