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OWC offers a variety of local scholarships. The scholarship application period has ended for the 2006-2007 academic year. Plan now to apply for OWC scholarships for the 2007-2008 academic year. A scholarship application will be posted when the application period opens.
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The following scholarships are available through OWC. Each has separate guidelines and application process:
PRESIDENTIAL HONORS SCHOLARSHIP
Two scholarships are awarded each year to the top-ranked students from the ten area high schools in Okaloosa County and Walton County. In the event the top-ranked students do not plan to attend OWC, then the scholarships are awarded to the next highest ranked students in the class. The scholarships cover in-state tuition and fees for 60 credit hours of study at OWC. Students must enroll as a full-time student (minimum of 12 credit hours/term). Book costs are not included. Recipients must have recommendations from their high school principal and guidance counselor. A 2.0 grade point average at OWC must be maintained in order to continue receiving scholarship funds. Students must successfully complete the percentage of college coursework required by OWC's Federal Financial Aid Standard of Progress as stated in college catalog. Scholarship recipients must agree to enroll in SLS 1201, Community Service Seminar during the fall term of their freshman year. An OWC Honors Scholarship application must be completed and submitted to the OWC Financial Aid Office via the high school counselor.
MINORITY HONORS SCHOLARSHIP
One scholarship is awarded each year from each of the ten area high schools in Okaloosa County and Walton County to the top academic African-American student who plans to attend OWC on a full-time basis (minimum 12 credit hours/term). In the event the top-ranked African- American student does not plan to attend OWC, then the scholarship is awarded to the next highest ranked student in the class. The scholarship covers instate tuition and fees for 60 credit hours of study at OWC. Book costs are not included. Recipients must have recommendations from their high school principal and guidance counselor. A 2.0 grade point average at OWC must be maintained in order to continue receiving scholarship funds. Students must successfully complete the percentage of college coursework required by OWC's Federal Financial Aid Standard of Progress as stated in college catalog. Scholarship recipients must agree to enroll in SLS 1201, Community Service Seminar during the fall term of their freshman year. An OWC Minority Honors Scholarship application must be completed and submitted to the OWC Financial Aid Office via the high school counselor.
LEADERSHIP AWARDS
Each area high school in Okaloosa County and Walton County receives a minimum of three and a maximum of eight leadership awards per school depending on the senior class size. Forty-eight scholarships are awarded annually within the two-county district. Leadership awards are in the amount of $500 to be used towards tuition and fees. Recipients must be graduating seniors that have demonstrated a high degree of leadership ability within their high school, with the potential for continuing leadership ability in college. Recipients must plan to attend OWC on a full-time basis. Recommendations for the awards are made by high school guidance counselors to the OWC Financial Aid Office during April of each academic year.
FINE & PERFORMING ARTS SCHOLARSHIPS
Auditions are held each spring by the Fine and Performing Arts Division Director. Scholarships are awarded in Show Choir, Orchestra, Theatre, Dance, Jazz Band, Visual Arts, and Madrigals. Scholarships are awarded to cover tuition and fees up to 30 credit hours per academic year. Book costs are not included. Interested applicants should contact the Fine and Performing Arts Director at the OWC Niceville Campus for application and audition information.
ATHLETIC SCHOLARSHIPS
Recipients of these scholarships are selected by OWC Head Coaches in Men & Women's Basketball, Baseball and Softball. Each scholarship provides full tuition, fees, and books. Awards for room and board may be included at the discretion of the OWC Athletic Director. Interested applicants should contact the OWC Athletic Office at the OWC Niceville Campus for additional information. Each sport is supported with a one-year, (30 credit hour), renewable, Manager Scholarship.
FORENSICS TEAM/BRAIN BOWL TEAM SCHOLARSHIPS
Recipients of these scholarships are selected by OWC's Coordinator of Student Activities. Tuition and fees up to 30 credit hours per academic year may be awarded. Book costs are not included. Recipients are required to participate on the OWC Forensics Team or Brain Bowl Team. Interested applicants should contact the OWC Coordinator of Student Activities for application information.
PACESETTERS SCHOLARSHIP
The Pacesetters Scholarship has been established to assist African-American males who graduated from Okaloosa and Walton County schools. Five $1,000 awards shall be made to students selected for this program. Recipients must attend OWC full-time and apply for federal aid. This scholarship is renewable for a second year of study at OWC provided the recipient maintains the minimum grade point average and successfully completes the percentage of college coursework required by OWC's Federal Financial Aid Standards of Academic Progress as stated in the college catalog. Contact the OWC Financial Aid Office for an application. Scholarship recipients must agree to enroll in SLS 1201, Community Service Seminar during the fall term of their freshman year.
AFRO-ACADEMIC, CULTURAL, TECHNOLOGICAL, AND SCIENTIFIC OLYMPICS (ACT-SO)
In recognition of outstanding achievement, a two-year scholarship (60 instate credits) will be awarded to each student from the OWC District who places first (gold medal winners) in four academic disciplines: Sciences, Humanities, Performing, and Visual Arts, in the competition of the Okaloosa County ACT-SO Branch hosted each year by the College. These offers are valid for one calendar year from the recipient's date of high school graduation. Recipients must attend OWC on a full-time basis as a degree-seeking student. Second year awards are renewable if the student maintains the minimum grade point average and successfully completes the percentage of college coursework required by OWC's Federal Financial Aid Standards of Academic Progress as stated in the college catalog.
STUDENT GOVERNMENT ASSOCIATION
The student elected to serve as President of the Student Government Association receives a scholarship while he/she is in office. The scholarship covers up to 30 credit hours of tuition fees per academic year. Book costs are not included. For information on OWC's Student Government Association contact the Student Activities Office.
REGIONAL STATE SCIENCE FAIR WINNERS/ALL-FLORIDA CHEMATHON EXAM
In recognition of outstanding achievement, a two-year scholarship (60 instate credits) will be awarded to each student from the OWC district who placed first in any senior category competition for the Florida State Science and Engineering Fair each year, or who earned a high score on the All-Florida Chemathon Exam. The Sciences Division Director will identify recipients of a high score on this exam. These offers are valid for one calendar year from the recipient's date of high school graduation. Recipients must attend OWC on a full-time basis as a degree-seeking student.
CHEERLEADER SCHOLARSHIPS
The OWC Athletic Director and/or his designee will select recipients. Awards will only be offered during the spring term and individual student awards will not exceed the cost of 12 instate credit hours. Recipients are required to be active members of the OWC Cheerleading Squad. Interested applicants should contact the OWC Athletic Director at the Niceville Campus.
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The 2008-09 OWC Foundation Scholarship Application process is now online. Click here for information and to complete the application. Application Deadline for Health Sciences and Nursing Students is July 3, 2008. |
The Northwest Florida State College Foundation administers numerous scholarship awards to students who attend OWC. The annual scholarship awards cover tuition and lab fees. Award amounts range from $100 to $1200. Book costs may be included at the donor's discretion. Students must have and maintain a minimum grade point average of 2.5 to be eligible to receive the majority of Foundation scholarship funds. In addition, many of the scholarships require financial need and a demonstration of commitment to community volunteer service. The scholarships are non-transferable. Candidates must have met all of OWC's admission requirements as a degree-seeking student. Applications for the Foundation scholarships are normally available during the spring from all area high school guidance counselors and from the OWC Financial Aid Office and on the web. Only one Foundation Scholarship may be awarded to a student. Applicants need only complete one Foundation scholarship application to be considered for all appropriate Foundation scholarships. For information call (850) 729-5357.
ACT-SO Joppa Lodge # 7 ScholarshipAssist an ACT-SO participant attending OWC as a full time student
Air Force Association/Bill Kirk Scholarship Endowment
Assist an AFJROTC graduating senior from Niceville, Choctawhatchee, Fort Walton Beach or Walton High Schools.
Air Force Association/Bennie Putman Scholarship Endowment
Assist an AFJROTC graduating senior from Niceville, Choctawhatchee, Fort Walton Beach or Walton High Schools.
Air Force Association/Jim Shambo Scholarship Endowment
Assist an AFJROTC graduating senior from Niceville, Choctawhatchee, Fort Walton Beach or Walton High Schools.
Air Force Association/Clyde Wood Scholarship Endowment
Assist an AFJROTC graduating senior from Niceville, Choctawhatchee, Fort Walton Beach or Walton Senior High Schools
Air Force Research Laboratory Munitions Directorate Scholarship Endowment For The Sciences
To assist graduating seniors pursuing a career in a hard science such as chemistry, physics, or biology.
Airmen's Leadership Scholarship
To make a book award to the top graduate of the Airmen's Leadership School at Eglin AFB and Hurlburt Field for each of two annual Leadership Schools.
All Sports Association Scholarship Endowment
To provide tuition assistance to an Okaloosa or Walton County student attending Okaloosa-Walton College as a full-time student.
Amsouth Bank Scholarship Endowment
To assist a graduating senior majoring in Business Administration.
Amvets Ladies Auxiliary #178 Scholarship
To provide a $500 tuition award for a Walton County first-time-in-college, full-time student. Preference will be given to students who are not eligible for other scholarship assistance.
Amvets Post #78 Scholarship
To provide an annual tuition and books award to a student attending Okaloosa-Walton College as a full-time student.
Lucile And Ruth Anderson Scholarship Endowment
To assist a Walton County student enrolled full-time at OWC.
Angel Scholarship Endowment
To provide an annual tuition and books award to an African American student attending Okaloosa-Walton College as a full-time student.
(AORN) Association Of peri-Operative Registered Nurses Of The Emerald Coast Scholarship Endowment
To assist high school graduates attending OWC's Nursing School or returning RN students attending the baccalaureate program in nursing.
Fern Arnold Agricultural Scholarship Endowment
To assist a full-time student planning a career in the study of agricultural science or a related field.
Charles and Eileen Arpke Scholarship Endowment
To assist Okaloosa County residents attending OWC.
Sally A. Austin Scholarship In Early Childhood Education
To provide a $500 tuition award to a recent high school graduate or returning full-time student majoring in Education or Early Childhood Education.
Baker High School Alumni Association Scholarship Endowment
To assist a Baker High School graduating senior enrolled as a full-time student at OWC. At some future time, the recipient is encouraged to replenish the endowment so that it can provide financial assistance to others.
Baker High School Alumni Association/Rosa Nell Hilton Scholarship Endowment
Assist a Baker High School graduating senior enrolled as a full-time student at OWC. At some future time, the recipient is encouraged to replenish the endowment so that it can provide financial assistance to others.
Baker Lions Club Scholarship Endowment
Assist a Baker resident attending OWC on a full-time basis.
Bank Of America Scholarship Endowment
To assist Okaloosa or Walton County High School graduating seniors attending Okaloosa-Walton College on a full-time basis.
BankTrust Scholarship Endowment
Assist an Okaloosa or Walton County graduating senior enrolled full time.
Steve Barkocy/All Sports Association Scholarship
The Steve Barkocy/All Sports Association Scholarship will be used to make an annual tuition award to a recent high school graduate or returning student attending Okaloosa-Walton College.
H. Glenn Bixby Health Technology Scholarship Endowment
Assist a student in OWC's Health Technology Program
Bruno & Chieko Boettcher Scholarship Endowment
Assist a South Walton High School graduating senior or returning student with financial need.
Bridgewary Center Scholarship
Assist employees of the Bridgeway Center attending OWC.
Ira Mae Bruce Scholarship Endowment
To assist an OWC student
Jerry E. Brunk Scholarship Endowment
To assist a recent high school graduate or returning student attending Okaloosa-Walton College.
Jerry E. Brunk Nursing Scholarship
Assist a recent high school graduate or returning student admitted to OWC's Nursing School
Kyle Brunson Memorial Scholarship Endowment
Assist an OWC student with first preferenfce given to Special Education or Nursing majors.
Building Industry Association Scholarship Endowment
To assist students from Okaloosa and Walton Counties; priority given to students planning a career in the construction architecture/building industry field.
Kelly and Denny Burke Plus 2 Scholarship
Assist an OWC graduate for two years at any college or university in the Florida State University System.
Kelly and Denny Burke Scholarship Endowment
Assist students from Okaloosa and Walton Counties. Award is for two years at OWC and a an additional amount for two academic years at any upper division four-year state university in the Florida State University System. Awards are based primarily on financial need, hence they will not normally be made to students from upper income families or those receiving scholarships of equal or higher value. In addition to graduating high school seniors, applications are welcome from non-traditional students, students already enrolled at OWC, and part-time students.
Burns Family Health Technology Scholarship Endowment
Assist a student admitted to OWC's Nursing School
William A. Byrne Scholarship Endowment
To assist a graduating senior from Okaloosa County pursuing a degree in history or social sciences.
Gertrude Gillis Campbell Scholarship Endowment
To assist Walton County students that enroll full-time at OWC; piority given to members of Euchee Valley Presbyterian Church.
Meagan Campbell Health Technology Scholarship Endowment
To assist a recent high school graduate or returning student admitted to Okaloosa-Walton College's Health Technology Program.
Wayne Campbell Scholarship for Health Professionals
Assist an OWC student majoring in a Health Technology discipline.
Dr. Eltse Carter Scholarship Endowment
To assist a graduating senior from Crestview, Baker or Laurel Hill High School attending Okaloosa-Walton College as a full time student. Recipients are encouraged to replenish the scholarship, if possible, at a future date.
Chautauqua Cyber Club, Inc. Scholarship
Assist a Walton County student majoring in Computer Science or a related field
CHELCO Scholarship Endowment
To assist one Okaloosa County and one Walton County recent high school graduate or returning student attending OWC on a full-time basis.
Choctawhatchee Class of '66 Scholarship Endowment
Assist a Choctawhatchee High School graduating senior enrolled full-time
Don Christmas Memorial Scholarship
Assist a student majoring in the social sciences; must have completed a minimum of 6 hours in social sciences with a cumulative 3.0 Grade Point Average.
Charlie Clary Drafting & Architectural Design Scholarship Endowment
Assist a recent high schoool graduate or ereturning student attending full time and majoring in Drafting or Architectural Design.
Charles Clay Engineering Scholarship Endowment
Assist a full-time sophomore pre-engineering student
Coastal Plains Chapter/Air & Waste Management Scholarship
Assist a student majoring in environmental or physical science.
Compass Bank Scholarship Endowment
Assist an Okaloosa county full-time student
JRL Conyers Lodge/R. L. Campbell Scholarship (Restricted)
Assist a recent high school graduate
JRL Conyers/Walter Q. Robinson Scholarship
Assist an African-American full time student
John & Berta Creel Scholarship Endowment
Assist A Walton County graduating senior
Crestview Area Chamber of Commerce Scholarship Endowment
Assist a Crestview area full time student; scholarship is for one year only
Crestview Kiwanis Club/L. G. Staff Scholarship Endowment
Assist a Crestview area graduating senior as a full-time student
Crestview Kiwanis Club/Frances & John Stafford Scholarship Endowment
Assist a Crestview, Baker or Laurel Hill High School graduate or returning student attending OWC full-time majoring in Teacher Education.
Crestview Kiwanis Club/Dale E. Rice Scholarship Endowment
Assist a Crestview area resident attending OWC.
Crestview Rotary Club Scholarship Endowment
Assist a graduating senior from Crestview High School
Cultural Arts Association Scholarship
Assist a Northwest Florida resident attending OWC majoring in Fine Arts
Cummins Computer Science Scholarship Endowment
Assist an Okaloosa or Walton County resident majoring in Computer Science.
Cloyce & Sharilynn Darnell Scholarship Endowment
Assist an Okaloosa or Walton County graduating senior
Darnell Family Health Technology Scholarship Endowment
Assist an Okaloosa or Walton County recent high school graduate enrolled full time majoring in a Health Technology program.
Col. George E.
Assist students in OWC's ROTC program
DeFuniak Springs Garden Club/Rubye Burton Scholarship Endowment
Assist a Walton County full-time student
DeFuniak Springs Kiwanis Club Scholarship Endowment
Assist a Walton County graduating senior
Dental Society Scholarship Endowment
assist a student in OWC's Dental Assisting Program
Destin Bank, The Financial Centre Scholarship Endowment
Assist a recent high school graduate or returning student majoring in Accounting, Finance or other busienss-related field.
Destin Charter Boat Association Scholarship
Assist a Destin/South Walton County full-time student
Destin Community Center Scholarship Endowment
Assist a Destin graduating senior or returning student
Dewey E.
Assist students residing in Destin
Destin Kiwanis Club Scholarship Endowment
Assist a student with disabilities; priority to be given to a Destin resident
Destin Log/Scripps Howard Scholarship Endowment
Assist a recent high school graduate or returning student attending OWC full time and majoring in Graphic Arts and Design.
Destin Rotary Club Ethics in Business Scholarship Endowment
Assist an Okaloosa or Walton County resident attending OWC full time, majoring in Business. Must enroll in and satisfactorily complete Business Ethics class.
Destin Rotary Club/Houston & Jesse Beaumont Scholarship Endowment
To assist a graduating senior who resides in the Destin/South Walton County area.
Destin Rotary Club/Gene Westerfeld Memorial Scholarship Endowment
Assist a graduating senior from Destin/South Walton County as a full-time student.
Destin Women's Club Scholarship Endowment
Assist a female Destin resident pursuing education to re-enter the work force.
Allyn C & Blanche Donaldson Scholarship Endowment
Assist an Okaloosa or Walton County resident enrolled full time.
Rebecca Duggan Teaching Scholarship Endowment
Assist a graduating senior from Crestview, Baker or Laurel Hill High School pursuing a degree in teacher education.
James & Bobbie Durham Educator Preparation Institute Scholarship Endowment
Assist a student admitted to OWC's Educator Preparation Institute (EPI) Program.
T. H. Edney Scholarship Endowment
Assist an Okaloosa County full- or part-time student
Eglin Association of Chief Master Sergeants Scholarship Endowment
Assist a dependent of an active duty or retired E-1 to E-9
Eglin Association of Chief Master Sergeants/Reate Davis Scholarship Endowment
Assist dependent of an acitve duty or retired E-1 to E-8
Eglin Federal Credit Union/Thomas Braswell Scholarship Endowment
Assist a recent high school graduate or returning student attending OWC full-time; must be a member of th Eglin Federal Credit Union
Eglin Federal Credit Union/Reate Davis Scholarship Endowment
Assist a recent high school graduate or returning student attending OWC full-time; must be a member of the Eglin Federal Credit Union.
Emerald Coast Association of REALTORS Scholarship Endowment
Assist an Okaloosa or Walton County student attending OWC full time.
Emerald Coast Personnel Management Association
Assist an Okaloosa or Walton County graduating senior majoring in Human Resources Development
Episcopal Church Women of St. Simon's Scholarship
Assist a female in the Women's Educational Resource Center
ERA American Realty Scholarship Endowment
Assist an Okaloosa County resident who attends OWC as a full-time student pursuing a degree in a business related field. The award will be based on financial need and community service involvement.
FACC/Terry Brown Memorial Scholarship Endowment
Assist dependents of FACC members who attend OWC as full time students.
FACC/Gaius Bruce Scholarship Endowment
Assist a full-time OWC employee who is a member of the FACC Chapter and is pursuing a bachelor's degree, or higher, at a Florida four-year educational institution.
FACC/Hosmer Roberson Scholarship Endowment
Assist an OWC part-time employee who is a current member of the OWC Chapter of FACC, or their dependent.
First City Bank Ethics in Business Scholarship Endowment
Assist an OWC student; must satisfactorily complete a Business Ethics course prior to graduation.
1st National Bank & Trust Scholarship Endowment
Assist an Okaloosa County graduating senior majoring in Accounting or a business-related field.
First National Bank of Crestview Scholarship Endowment
Assist a Crestview Area resident who is a recent high school graduate or returning student attending OWC.
Greater Fort Walton Beach Chamber of Commerce Scholarship
Assist one high school graduate from Fort Walton Beach High School and one from Choctawhatachee High School
Fort Walton Beach Kiwanis ClubBuddy Brackin Memorial Scholarship Endowment
Assist an n Okaloosa County resident attending Okaloosa-Walton College on a full-time basis.
Fort Walton Beach Lions Club Scholarship Endowment
Assist a recent high school graduate or returning student who is vision impaired and is attending Okaloosa-Walton College. First preference will be given to a student from Okaloosa County.
Fort Walton Beach Medical Center Auxiliary Scholarship Endowment
Assist a Nursing student
Fort Walton Beach Medical Center Auxiliary/Ruth Getz Nursing Scholarship Endowment
Assist a recent high school graduate or returning student admitted to OWC's Nursing School
Fort Walton Beach Rotary Club Memorial Scholarship
Assist a student selected by the FWB Rotary Club
Fort Walton Beach Rotary Club/John Morgan Scholarship Endowment
Assist a Fort Walton Beach special needs student attend OWC full time.
Fort Walton Beach Rotary Club/Kay Stokes Scholarship Endowment
Assist an Okaloosa County graduating senior admitted to OWC's Nursing School.
GFWC Fort Walton Beach Woman's Club Scholarship Endowment
Assist a returning female student
Jack & Mary Lou Foster Scholarship Endowment
Assist a recent high school graduate or returning student attending OWC ona part-time basis.
Willard and Helen Frogner Nursing Scholarship Endowment
Assist a student in the college's School of Nursing. First preference will be given to employees of Delta Health Care Center.
Mickey & Dottie Gilmore Scholarship Endowment
Assist an Okaloosa or Walton County student attending OWC as a full-time student majoring in Business or a related field.
Gitsenstein Piano Performance Fund
Anna Gitsenstein Memorial Scholarship
Marjorie Cox Gray Nursing Scholarship
Assist a recent high school graduate or returning student admitted to OWC's Nursing School.
Gulf Power Scholarship
Assist an OWC student
Ross & Jenny Hamilton Scholarship Endowment
Assist a recent high school graduate or returning student majoring in a Biological or Physical Science.
Dewitt & Else Hardmant Scholarship Endowment
Assist students majoring in the Fine and Performing Arts
Doodle Harris Family Management BAS Scholarship Endowment
Assist a student in the college's Bachelor of Applied Science program. The scholarship will be used to make an annual tuition award for a period of up to four years to a student majoring in Project and Acquisitions Management at Okaloosa-Walton College.
Arnie Hart Memorial Art Scholarship Endowment
Assist a recent high school graduate or returning student attending Okaloosa-Walton College on a full-time basis majoring in the Fine Arts.
Carol Bass Hawkins Art Scholarship
Assist an Okaloosa or Walton County student attending OWC on a full-time basis and pursuing a degree in the visual arts.
Health Education Challenge Grant
To assist a nursing student
Heapy Family Scholarship Endowment
Assist an Okaloosa or Walton County student attending OWC on a full-time basis
Dr. George Hearn Nursing Scholarship Endowment
Assist a recent high school graduate or returning student in OWC's Nursing School
Dr. George Hearn BSN Scholarship Endowment
Assist a student admitted to OWC's BSN Program
Jack & Mary Margaret Henderson Nursing Scholarship Endowment
Assist an Okaloosa or Walton County student admitted to OWC's Nursing School
Robert Henderson Scholarship Endowment
Assist an Okaloosa or Walton County student attending OWC on a full-time basis.
Betty Thomas and Mary Thomas Herrington Memorial Nursing Scholarship
Assist a student in OWC's Nursing Program
Frances & Cliff Herron Performing Arts Scholarship Endowment
Assist a student in OWC's Performing Arts Division
Larry and Helen Hewett Music Scholarship Endowment
Assist a student majoring in Music at Okaloosa-Walton College.
Charlie Hill Scholarship
Assist an African-American student enrolled full-time
Frances Holm Memorial Nursing Scholarship Endowment
Assist a recent high school graduate or returning student admitted to Okaloosa-Walton College's Registered Nursing Program.
Holy Name of Jesus Ladies Sodality Scholarship
Assist a Niceville/Valparaiso displaced homemaker in the Women's Educational Resource Center.
Holy Name Women's Sodality Scholarship
To assist a female resident of Niceville or Valparaiso who is 35 years of age or older and is considered to be a "displaced homemaker." The recipient must be recommended by the college's Women's Educational Resource Center.
Hoyt-Jolley Scholarship Endowment
Assist a graduating senior from Niceville High School attending OWC on a full-time basis
Hurlburt Association of Chief Master Sergeants Scholarship Endowment
Assist an Okaloosa, Walton or Santa Rosa County high school graduate attending OWC on a full-time basis.
Earl Hutto Nursing Scholarship Endowment
Assist a recent high school graduate or returning student in OWC's Nursing School
IT GulfCoast Scholarship
Assist a student pursuing a four-year degree and majoring in Information Technology.
Dr. John A. Johnson, MD Nursing Scholarship Endowment
Assist a recent high school graduate or returning student attending OWC's Nursing School.
Junior League of the Emerald Coast Scholarship
Assist a female Okaloosa County graduating senior
Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Scholarship Endowment
To assist an African American student attending Okaloosa-Walton College on a full-time basis.
Robert Navarro Keller Scholarship
Assist a sophomore student planning a career or who demonstrating a proficiency in photojournalism
Harriet A. Kent Nursing Scholarship Endowment
To assist a student in Okaloosa-Walton College's Registered Nursing Program.
Kristen Ann Klausutis Memorial Scholarship
Assist a student majoring in Medical Billing or Medical Coding
Christian LaRoche Scholarship Endowment
Assist a recent high school graduate or returning student attending OWC.
Sybil Lebherz Scholarship Endowment
Assist music majors with financial need
Les Societe des 40 Hommes et 8 Chaveaux Scholarship (40 & 8)
Assist students in OWC's Nursing School
Lilienthal Family Scholarship Endowment
Assist an Okaloosa County high school graduate or returning student attending OWC on a full-time basis.
Maj. Gen. and Mrs. Donald P. Litke Scholarship Endowment
Assist an Okaloosa County high school graduate or returning student attending OWC on a full-time basis.
Yvette Loihinger Scholarship Endowment
Assist an Okaloosa or Walton County full-time student pursuing a certificate/degree in secretarial science.
Carol Luedecke Scholarship Endowment
Assist a full-time OWC student majoring in the Fine & Performing Arts.
Masae Mary Majors Memorial Nursing Scholarship Endowment
To assist a recent high school graduate or returning student who has been admitted to Okaloosa-Walton College's Registered Nursing Program.
Manley Family Scholarship Endowment
Assist an Okaloosa or Walton County full-time student
Manufacturing Technology, Inc. BAS Scholarship Endowment
To assist a student in the college's Bachelor of Applied Science program. The scholarship will be used to make an annual tuition award for a period of up to four years to a student majoring in Project and Acquisitions Management at Okaloosa-Walton College.
Marine Corps League Scholarship Endowment
Assist an Okaloosa or Walton County full- or part-time student; first preference to be given to an active duty or retired US Marine Corps member or his/her dependent.
William C. Marler Scholarship Endowment
Assist an Okaloosa or Walton County graduating senior attending OWC on a full-time basis.
Masonic Association of District 3 Scholarship Endowment
Assist an Okaloosa or Walton County high school graduate or returning student attending OWC as a full-time student.
Wynette McDaniel Teaching Scholarship
Assist a Northwood Elementary School and Crestview High School graduate pursuing a degree in education.
Thomas McDonald Scholarship Endowment
Assist a returning student attending OWC as a full-time student
McElroy Builders Scholarship Endowment
Assist a Niceville High School graduating senior attending OWC as a full-time student.
McInnis-Woodham Scholarship Endowment
Assist an Okaloosa County graduating senior attending OWC as a full-time student.
Cleophus McIntosh/Omega Psi Phi 2 + 2 Scholarship
Assist an African-American student for two years at OWC and two additional years at any college or university in the Florida State University System.
Maggie McNeil Scholarship Endowment
Assist a full-time student majoring inthe Fine & Performing Arts.
William W. Meigs Scholarship Endowment
Assist an Okaloosa or Walton County student attending OWC on a full-time basis.
Mid-Bay Rotary Club Nursing Scholarship Endowment
Assist a greater Niceville-Valparaiso resident as a full-time student in OWC's Nursing Program.
Miracle Strip Veterinary Medical Association Scholarship Endowment
Assist a recent high school graduate or returning student attending OWC full-time majroing in pre-veterinary studies.
Narboni Family Nursing Scholarship
Assist a student in the college's Nursing School.
National Contract Management Association Scholarship Endowment
Assist a student in OWC's BAS Degree Program
National Defense Industrial Association BAS Scholarship Endowment
To assist a student in the college's Bachelor of Applied Science program. The scholarship will be used to make an annual tuition award for a period of up to four years to a student majoring in Project and Acquisitions Management at Okaloosa-Walton College.
National Student Nurses Association (SNA)
Assist a student admitted to OWC's Nursing School
Niceville-Valparaiso Bay Area Chamber of Commerce Scholarship Endowment
One year scholarship to assist an Okaloosa County student attending OWC on a full-time basis.
Niceville-Valparaiso Kiwanis Club/Bill Hodge Memorial Scholarship Endowment
Assist a Niceville-Valparaiso resident
Niceville-Valparaiso Kiwanis Club Leadership Scholarship
Assist a returning, full-time student
Niceville-Valparaiso Kiwanis Club/Walker Spence Family Scholarship Endowment
Assist a Niceville High School graduate attending OWC as a full-time student.
Niceville-Valparaiso Rotary Club/Dr. Gerald Gill Scholarship Endowment
Assist a Niceville High School graduating senior
Niceville-Valparaiso Rotary Club Scholarship Scholarship
To assist a Niceville High School graduating senior attending Okaloosa-Walton College on a full-time basis.
Oliver D. Nicholson Post #221 American Legion Nursing Scholarship
Assist a student in OWC's Nursing School
Nomad Association Scholarship Endowment
Assist a dependent of a military/Civil Service member attending OWC as a full-time student; priority tiven nto members of the Nomad Association.
Northwest Florida Symphony Guild Student Intern Scholarship
Assist a student intern in the Division of Fine & Performing Arts
Northwest Florida Symphony Guild Scholarship
Assist a recent high school graduate or returning student majoring in the Fine & Performing Arts or participating in one facet of the F&P Arts.
Sidney J. "Sid" and Mary Ogletree Scholarship Endowment
Assist an Okaloosa or Walton County graduate enrolled as a full-time student.
Sid & Mary Ogletree Ethics in Business Scholarship Endowment
Assist an OWC student who must successfully complete a Business Ethics course prior to graduation.
Okaloosa County Festival Association Scholarship
Assist an Okaloosa County full time student
Okaloosa County Sheriff's Office Scholarship Endowment
Assist an Okaloosa County high school graduate attending OWC on a full-time basis, majoring in Public Safety.
Omega Psi Phi/Cleophus McIntosh Scholarship Endowment
Assist an African-American studetn enrolled full-time
100% Realty Ethics in Business Scholarship
Assist an OWC student who must successfully complete a Business Ethics course prior to graduation
OWC Purchasing and Auxiliary Services Scholarship Endowment
Assist a recent high school graduate or returning student attending OWC on a full-time basis majoring in Business.
Pastel Society of North Florida Scholarship
Assist a recent high school graduate or returning student majoring in Art
Peoples First Community Bank Scholarship Endowment
Assist an Okaloosa or Walton County full-time student
Philanthropic Education Organization/PEO Sisterhood Scholarship
Assist student selected by the PEO Sisterhood
Eddie and Ruth Phillips Scholarship Endowment
Assist an Okaloosa or Walton County high school graduate attending OWC as a full-time student; preference given to minority or female applicants based on financial need.
Playground Kiwanis Club/Garry Fox Memorial Scholarship Endowment
Assist a Fort Walton Beach High School or Choctawhatchee High School graduating senior.
Patricia Potter Family Nursing Scholarship Endowment
Assist a student in OWC's Nursing School.
Professional Products/Sue Kilbey Scholarship Endowment
Assist a Walton County student attending OWC as a full-time student.
Brig. Gen. James Pugh Nursing Scholarship Endowment
Asist a recent high school graduate or returning student admitted to OWC's Nursing School.
Pulliam-Collins Dance Scholarship
Assist a dance student
Bill Pullum Scholarship Endowment
Assist a Santa Rosa County full-time student
Martha Pullum Scholarship Endowment
To assist an Okaloosa-Walton College student.
Ready Bank Scholarship Endowment
Assist an Okaloosa County resident attending OWC full-time
Chris R. Ready Memorial Scholarship Endowment
Assist an Okaloosa County recent high school graduate
Ready Family Nursing Scholarship Endowment
Assist a recent high school graduate or returning student admitted to OWC's Nursing School.
Della Reese Performing Arts Scholarship Endowment
To assist a student attending Okaloosa-Walton College majoring in the Performing Arts.
Regions Bank Scholarship Endowment
Assist an Okaloosa or Walton County high school graduating senior attending OWC as a full-time student.
Republican Women of Okaloosa, Federated
An annual tuition, fees and books award to a female student at Okaloosa-Walton College.
Judy Rice Scholarship
Assist a single parent student attending OWC.
Helen Richardson Nursing Scholarship Endowment
Assist a recent high school graduate or returning student admitted to OWC's Nursing School
Vicki Richburg Teaching Scholarship Endowment
Assist a recent high school graduate or returning student attending OWC majoring in Education.
Patricia Rowley Scholarship Endowment
Assist an Okaloosa County resident attending OWC as a full- or part-time student.
S4P Synergy/R. L. Campbell Roofing Company Scholarship Endowment
Assist low income student from the Robinwood-Chester Pruitt area or the Sylvania Heights area of Fort Walton Beach attending OWC.
Sacred Heart Hospital on the Emerald Coast Guild Nursing Scholarship Endowment
Assist a South Walton County/Destin student admitted to OWC's Nursing School.
Sandestin Lions Club Scholarship Endowment
Assist a sight/hearing/speech impaired student or one who will pursue a degree in a field related to these impairments; first priority given to a South Walton County or Freeport resident.
Sandestin Lions Club/Kim Evans Scholarship Endowment
Assist an Okaloosa or Walton County graduating senior attending OWC full-time majoring in Business/Marketing with an emphasis in golf course management.
Sandestin Lions Club/Sight, Hearing or Speech Impaired
Assit a student who is impaired in sight, hearing and/or speech or a student pursuing a degree in fields related to these impairments; first preference given to a student from South Walton County or Freeport.
Sandestin Property Owners Scholarship Endowment
Assist a South Walton County full-time student
Santa Rosa Golf & Beach Club Scholarship Endowment
Assist an employee of the Santa Rosa Golf and Beach Club, or his/her dependent, attending OWC as a full- or part-time student.
Sylvia Panzer Saunders Scholarship Endowment
Assist a full-time music major
Jeff Schembera Scholarship Endowment
To assist a recent high school graduate or returning student attending Okaloosa-Walton College.
Harry O. Seymour Scholarship Endowment
Assist a recent high school graduate or returning student attending OWC full-time majoring in Business or Agriculture; preference given to Walton County high school graduates.
Delores "Doll" Seymout Strangi Scholarship Endowment
Assist a Walton County female majoring in Business or Pre-Med.
Shavey Family Scholarship Endowment
Assist an Okaloosa or Walton County full-time student
Shavey Family Ethics in Business Scholarship Endowment
Assist a Future Business Leader of America (FBLA) member from Okaloosa or Walton County attending OWC as a full-time student majoring in Business; recipient must successfully complete a Business Ethics course prior to graduation.
Charlie Shettle Scholarship
Martha and Arthur Sizemore Nursing Scholarship Endowment
The Martha and Arthur Sizemore Nursing Scholarship will be used to make an annual tuition, fees and books award to a student enrolled in OWC's Nursing School.
H. T. Smith Family Scholarship Endowment
Assist a full-or part-time student with financial need.
Kirby and Dorothy Smith Scholarship Endowment
Assist an Okaloosa County full-time student.
C. Kirby Smith, MD Nursing Scholarship Endowment
Assist a student in OWC's Nursing School.
South Walton Three Arts Alliance Scholarship
Recipients selected by South Walton Three Arts Alliance.
South Walton Utilities/Jack Harper Scholarship Endowment
Assist an Okaloosa or Walton County recent high school graduate or returnign student; priority given to a dependent of SW Utilities employee or customer
SouthTrust Bank Scholarship Endowment
Assist an Okaloosa or Walton County Business major
Special Operations Warrior Foundation Scholarship
Assist a dependent of a Special Operations military member killed in battle.
Sprint Scholarship
Assist an Okaloosa or Walton County student.
ST Keltec/Jennie Hicks Memorial Scholarship Endowment
Assist a dependent of an ST Keltec employee or a student sponsored by an ST Keltec employee
Striving for Perfection Ministries Scholarship Endowment #1
Assist a low income student from the Robinwood-Chester Pruitt or Sylvania Heights area of Fort Walton Beach.
Striving for Perfection Ministries Scholarship Endowment #2
Assist a youth member of Striving for Perfection Ministries who meet criteria established by the church scholarship committee.
Garfield Taylor Scholarship Endowment
Assist an Okaloosa County student
Lloyd and Sandra Taylor Scholarship Endowment
Assist an Okaloosa County student
Willie Mae Taylor Scholarship Endowment
Assist an Okaloosa County student
Yolanda Thomas Scholarship Endowment
Assist an Okaloosa or Walton County full-time student; preference to a disadvantaged female; 300-word essay required.
Christian Thomhave Scholarship Endowment
Assist a Niceville or Crestview resident attending OWC.
Carlton Tucker Scholarship Endowment
Assist an OWC student with knowledge of and an ability and interest in sailing.
Twin Cities Woman's Club Scholarship Endowment
Assist a female in the Women's Educational Resource Center, a returning female or a female with financial need not met by state/federal sources
TYBRIN Corporation Scholarship Endowment
Assist a graduating senior from each Okaloosa County public high school attending OWC as a full-time student.
Vanguard Bank and Trust Scholarship Endowment
Assist a recent high school graduate or returning student attending OWC as a full-time student.
David Bert Vaughan Nursing Scholarship Endowment
Assist a recent high school graduate or returning student admitted to OWC's Nursing School.
Vaughan Family Nursing Scholarship Endowment
Assist a recent high school graduate or returning student admitted to OWC's Nursing School.
Jamie and Tess Wallace Scholarship Endowment
Assist an Okaloosa or Walton County graduating senior or returning student attending OWC on a full-time basis.
Cathy Sue Wallis Scholarship Endowment
To assist a student attending Okaloosa-Walton College and majoring in Teacher Education.
Walton County Junior Miss Scholarship
Assist winners of the Walton Coiunty Junior Miss Pageant
Walton County Retired Educators Scholarship Endowment
Assist a Walton County education major
Waste Management System/Wilma Shaw Scholarship Endowment
Assist a minority student
Waste Management System/Tom Pryor Scholarship Endowment
Assist an Okaloosa or Walton County graduating senior pursuing a career in government and/or public service.
Adare Marie Weaver Classroom Teacher Scholarship Endowment
Assist an Okaloosa County recent high school graduate or returning student pursuing a career in education
Ruth Weeks Scholarship Endowment
The Ruth Weeks Scholarship will be used to make an annual tuition, fees and books award to a Walton County student attending OWC.
White-Wilson Medical Center Scholarship Endowment
Assist an Okaloosa County student attending OWC full-time majoring in Health Technology.
Truman Woodward Scholarship Endowment
Assist an Okaloosa or Walton County student attending full- or part-time majoring in Architecture, Engineering, Science or Math
Slaton and Frances Woollard/Grace Lutheran Church Scholarship Endowment
Assist a member of the Grace Lutheran Church of Destin as a full-time student.
Slaton Woollard Counseling Scholarship Endowment
Assist a student preparing for substance abuse counseling; priority given to recovered/recovering substance abuse candidates.
Contact the Financial Aid Office with any questions concerning financial aid.