Apply for a CBC Foundation Scholarship
Be one of more than 600 students who receive a scholarship through the CBC Foundation by applying for our fall scholarship cycle.
A single scholarship application matches you to various scholarships offered by the Foundation. We offer scholarships based on field of study, financial need, academic performance and more. Most scholarships for the fall cycle range from $1,000 to $1,500. Each scholarship has its own set of criteria, but most require a minimum 2.0 GPA. You do not have to be FAFSA or WASFA eligible in order to apply.
The fall scholarship application will be open from August 15, 2021 to October 1, 2021. This application will be for awards in winter 2022 and spring 2022 quarters only.
During our application window, follow these five easy steps to apply for a scholarship!
- Create an account on our website. If you’ve applied before, you can log in to your account.
- Enter your contact information.
- Answer four essay questions in 500 words or less.
- Upload your unofficial transcript.
- Submit and you’re done!
If you have questions about how to apply or want someone to look over your application
before you submit it, please email%20us.
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Student Emergency Fund
Columbia Basin College Foundation’s Emergency Need Fund is funded in partnership with STCU in order to assist students who are experiencing an unforeseen financial crisis that is creating a barrier to their student success. The fund provides small grants to students who are experiencing a one-time financial hardship that is unlikely to occur again.
We try to review applications as quickly as possible and make funding decisions within one week. If you need immediate assistance or would like to talk to someone regarding your application, please contact%20us.
Scholarship FAQ
If you are attending Columbia Basin College during the 2021-2022 academic year, please apply! Most of our scholarships require students to be enrolled in at least 10 credits and have a 2.0 GPA or higher. If you’re unsure, please email%20us%20and we will answer any questions that you have.
Yes, students who are not eligible for other types of aid, including FAFSA and WASFA, may still qualify for a scholarship.
Yes, students who have not been accepted to CBC can still apply. You can leave the student ID question blank if you do not have one. We will contact you in May to confirm that you are attending CBC during the 2021-2022 academic year.
Yes! Our scholarships are available to all students attending Columbia Basin College in the 2021-2022 academic year. If you are a non-traditional student, or you have been out of school for more than five years, unofficial transcripts are not required.
