Endowed Scholarships
Scholarships
We are thrilled to join you as you embark on an exciting journey of educational discovery and opportunity. The 猫咪AV Endowment Foundation plays a vital role in supporting the CCC mission by providing scholarships, funding for innovative programs, and enhancing campus facilities. Through the generous contributions of alumni and community supporters, The Foundation ensures that we can offer our students the resources they need to succeed and thrive in their academic pursuits.
Follow the links below to learn more or to donate.
Current Scholarships
Established Awards
- Carr Estate Fund (89 awards)
- Floyd Bedker Estate (15 awards)
- S. Carter Family Scholarship
- Christine Hall Ellison Memorial
- Robert Lowis Fund
- Albert and Virginia Clark Memorial
- Caysen Rose Carter Scholarship
- Consolidated Management
- Ron Frahm Memorial
- Cora Vaughn Memorial (2 awards)
- Emma Brungardt Memorial
- Lela Stegeman Memorial
- Jay Crabb Memorial
- Strecker Family
- Maxine Nickelson Memorial (multiple)
- Consolidated Management 60th Anniversary Commorative
- M&H Metzler Academic Award (4 awards):
Brewster and Colby High School graduates with a "B" average. - Colby Women鈥檚 League Fund: First preference to a Thomas Co. resident; second preference to a NWKS resident.
- Dave & Lois Ferguson Scholarship Fund (2 awards): Kansas resident.
- Algoth & Elma Lee Erickson Fund: Rawlins or Decatur Co. resident.
- Adrian Family Memorial Scholarship: Thomas County Resident and Graduate of Colby Public Schools.
- Oscar and Della Garton: Decatur Co. resident.
- Tom Moorhous Fund (2 awards): First preference to a NWKS resident; second preference to residents of Kansas, Colorado, and Nebraska.
- Dr. Richard H. & Mary Mosier: First preference to a Sheridan Co. resident.
- Lewis and Elizabeth Vernon Memorial: Norton Co. resident.
- Dan Denneler Fund: Thomas Co. resident.
NURSING
- Amber Sponsel Memorial (awards vary): Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
Blue Cross Blue Shield: (awards vary) - Eldon Van Campen Nursing: Practical Nursing; resident of Thomas, Rawlins, Cheyenne, Sherman, Sheridan, or Logan Counties.
- Frank & Betty Howard Fund (awards vary):
Thomas or Logan Co. resident. - Gordon Family Nursing:Kansas, Nebraska, or Colorado resident.
- Helen Frahm Memorial Nursing
- James & Betty Secrest Memorial (awards vary)
- Ned & Dorothy Lowry Fund (awards vary)
- Phyllis Ginn Memorial : ADN
- Regan Lewis Memorial
- Schnellbacher Family: NWKS Resident
- Maxine Neville Nursing (20 awards)
- Pierre C Henry Scholarship: NWKS Resident
- Vesta & Flerry Shea: ADN
- Kathleen A. Kreller Nursing Scholarship (1 PN and 1 ADN award): Rooks, Smith, Phillips, Norton, Graham, Trego, Ellis, Russel, or Osbourne County residents.
EDUCATION & BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES
- Homer Bjork Scholarship Fund (3 awards): Education; freshman, Thomas Co. resident.
- Otto Goellert Scholarship Fund (2 awards): Education.
- Judith Sloan Memorial: Education; Colby High School Graduate.
- Lena Thorpe Memorial: Education.
- Marion Woofter Memorial: Education.
- CW and Pauline Koon Memorial: Behavioral Science; sophomore.
- Cyril Leiker: Education.
PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT
- Ned & Dorothy Lowry Fund (awards vary)
- Cynthia Blanton Memorial PTA
- Erickson Rainy Day Fund
- Stacey Diane McHenry Memorial PTA
- New West PTA Scholarship (2 awards)
- Remigus V. Renner Physical Therapy (awards vary)
- Christopher Harris Memorial
- PTA Sophomore Scholarship : Participantt in PTA Club
AGRICULTURE AND VETERINARY NURSING ('AGRICULTURE' INCLUDES EQUINE/LIVESTOCK PROGRAMS)
- Elfriede Cooper Memorial Scholarship: Animal Science or Vet Nursing.
- KFMA Scholarship Fund: Agriculture - Required to Enroll in an Accounting Course
- Ned & Dorothy Lowry Fund (awards vary)
- Victor E. & Ruth McMulkin Memorial Fund: Vet Nursing or Agriculture
- Drs. Judith and Randall Norton Excellence in Veterinary Nursing Scholarship Fund: Vet Nursing Sophomore; 1st Pref KS Resident
- John W. George Scholarship: 1st Pref Member of the Livestock Judging Team majoring in Animal Science or Ag Economics; 2nd Pref Any Ag or Business Major
- Joan Horlacher Lawver Scholarship Fund: Vet Nursing
- Ralph L. Jones Scholarship Fund: Agriculture
- Wilma Dell Thiele Memorial Scholarship: Agriculture
- Hallie R. White Memorial Scholarship: 1st Pref. Beef Production; 2nd Pref. Any Agriculture Program
- Mark Winger Memorial Scholarship: Agriculture
- Frank Woofter Memorial Scholarship: Agriculture
- Kenneth Rains Memorial: Vet Nursing or Agriculture; Freshman; KS, NE, or CO Resident
- Otto Goellert Scholarship Fund (2 Awards): Agriculture
- Denise Peterson Endowed Scholarship Fund: Vet Nursing; Sophomore
- Kenneth and Doris Bellamy Scholarship: Agriculture; 1st Pref. Nebraska Resident & 2nd Pref. Kansas Resident.
DENTAL HYGENIST
- Ned & Dorothy Lowry Fund (awards vary)
- Don Birzer Family Scholarship Fund: NWKS Resident; 1st Pref. Student Athlete
- Dr. Jay Sekavec Memorial Scholarship
BUSINESS
- CCC Office Professionals Fund: 1st Pref. NWKS Residents; 2nd. Pref KS Residents
- B. Eugene Criss Memorial Fund (3 Awards): 1st Pref. Freshman
- Pat Criss Memorial Scholarship Fund (3 Awards): NWKS Resident
- Richard Lane Business/Agri-Business Scholarship (4 Awards): Full-time Sophomore
- Robert Mader Memorial: NWKS Resident
- Darlene Miller Memorial Scholarship
- W.W. Rouse Memorial Scholarship: Norton County Resident
- Larry E. Barrett Memorial Scholarship: Sophomore; NWKS Resident
SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING, AND MATHMATICS (STEM) PROGRAMS
- Pat Moriarity Memorial Fund: 1st Pref. Physics; 2nd Pref. Any Science Major
- Max Pickerall Scholarship Fund (3 Awards): Science Major
- Cecil Simmons Memorial Scholarship: Math Major
- Mike Morrison Memorial Fund (2 Awards): Engineering Major
- Cyril Leiker Scholarship: Math, Chemistry, Physics, or Engineering
- Vernon and Linda Wranosky Biology Scholarship: Biology/Pre-Pharmacy/Pre-Dentistry/Pre-Med
- Solomon Forks Wind Project Scholarship: 1st Pref. Alternative Energy Students
- East Forks Wind Project Scholarship: 1st Pref. Alternative Energy Students
- George and Phyllis Elliott Memorial: Alternative Energy Students
- Larry E. Barrett Memorial Scholarship: NWKS Resident; Chemistry/Biology
ATHLETICS
- Don Birzer Family Scholarship Fund: NWKS Resident; Any CCC Athlete
- Doug and Junelle Hills International Athlete Scholarship: International Athletes; 1st Pref. Men's Basketball Team; 2nd Pref. Volleyball Team
- Doug Hills Memorial Scholarship: International Athletes; 1st Pref. Men's Basketball Team; 2nd Pref. Volleyball Team
- John Surmeier Memorial: Men's Basketball
- Harold Hills Memorial Fund: Men's Wrestling Team Sophomore
- Colby Kids - Scott Smith Memorial - Wrestling Fund: Men's Wrestling Team
- Layton and Jerry Kaiser Family Track and Cross Country Scholarship: Track and Cross Country; 1st Pref. Wheatland HS Graduate; 2nd. Pref. Gove County Resident; 3rd Pref. Any Deserving Track or XC Athlete
- Rob Kraus Dedication and Hard Work Scholarship: Cross Country; Recipient Selected with Input from XC Coach; Must Demonstrate a Remarkable Work Ethic Characterized by Dedication and Hard Work
ART AND MUSIC
- W.W. Rouse Memorial Scholarship: Art; Resident of Norton County
- John Scott Memorial Fund: Art
- Judith Sloan Memorial Fund: Art or Music; Colby High School Graduate
- Mary Jo Arnold Memorial Music Scholarship Fund (4 Awards): Music; 1st Pref. NWKS Resident; 2nd Pref. Western KS Resident
- CCC Maintenance Staff Fund: Music/Vocal; Freshman
- Thelma Connelly Scholarship Fund: Music/Music Education; NWKS Resident
- Otto Goellert Scholarship Fund (2 Awards): Music
- Krehbiel Family Instrumental Scholarship: Member of CCC Band
- Maxine Mitchell Memorial Scholarship: 1st Pref. Art
- Ken & Vicki Mitchell Memorial Scholarship: 1st Pref. Art
MISCELLANEOUS REQUIREMENTS
- Bill Evans Memorial Scholarship: Financial Need
- Andea May Memorial Scholarship: Financial Need
- Arlen Leiker & Joni Clark-Leiker Scholarship Fund: Financial Need
- The Gem Lions Club Scholarship Fund: Non-Traditional/Re-Entry Student; Minimum 6-Months Resident of Thomas County
- Flipse Family Memorial Scholarship: Non-Traditional/Re-Entry Student; 1st Pref. NWKS Resident
- Nathon Emmons Memorial Scholarship: Employed or Planning to be Employed as a Work Study at CCC
GPA/ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE
- CCC Alumni Association Fund: 3.0 Cumulative GPA; Sophomore
- CCC Faculty Association Fund: 3.0 Cumulative GPA; Sophomore
- Mary Flanagin Memorial Scholarship: 2.5 Cumulative GPA
- Claude Harrison Memorial Scholarship: 3.0 Cumulative GPA
- Ruth H. and Alfred Lowenthal Jr. Scholarship Fund (2 Awards): 3.0 Cumulative GPA & Minimum 22 ACT Score
- James and Maxine Pechin Memorial Scholarship: 3.0 Cumulative GPA; Sophomore with Intentions on Transferring to K-State
- Clarence Tangeman Memorial Scholarship: 2.0 GPA; Freshman
- Dale Lynn Mounkes Memorial Scholarship: 2.0 GPA
How are Endowed Scholarships Different from Other Scholarships at CCC?
Scholarships from the Endowment are funded by generous donors. We鈥檝e also just completed our biggest scholarship campaign ever, with new scholarships being added regularly! This is an exciting time to join CCC and benefit from the growing financial support for deserving students. These scholarships are granted based on various criteria, such as your Program of Study, GPA, or Residence. Furthermore, applicants will need to take a few moments to answer some short response questions on the scholarship application. Providing thoughtful and inspiring answers to these questions will enhance your overall score! Remember, submitting your application before the first priority deadline is crucial, as it significantly impacts your scholarship consideration alongside your overall score. To get started, simply head over to AwardSpring through your Trojan ePortal.
Students must complete a full application with short answer responses in order to be scored and considered for Endowment Foundation scholarships. These applications are confidential. All personal and identifying information is redacted prior to the review process.
Here are some friendly tips to help you enhance your application:
- Highlight Achievements: Clearly highlight your academic and extracurricular accomplishments. Use specific examples to demonstrate your leadership, community involvement, and any unique talents or skills you possess.
- Craft a Compelling Response to Each Question: Share your story with authenticity. Explain what inspires you, your future goals, and how this scholarship will help you achieve them. Be genuine and let your passion shine through. Please provide your own personal answers. Answers that were fully generated by ChatGPT or other AI Programs are not allowed and will result in a lower overall score.
- Proofread Thoroughly: Ensure your application is free from grammatical errors and typos. Consider having a parent, friend, or teacher review your submission to provide feedback.
FIRST PRIORITY DEADLINE FOR FALL 2026/SPRING 2027 SCHOLARSHIPS IS DECEMBER 31st, 2025! Applications open in OCTOBER 2025
Questions? Contact Us.
CCC Endowment Foundation
1255 S Range Ave
Colby KS 67701
melissa.rickford@colbycc.edu
(785) 460-5482