Scholarships at Western Wyoming Community College

The application period is open from December 1st to July 1st for scholarships that will be awarded for the 2022-2023 Academic year. Apply before April 1st to be considered as a priority applicant. Departmental Scholarship awarded to current Western students who are in the ESL program. To be eligible, a student must: Have a minimum of a 2.5 GPA or higher. An Oral Best Plus test score of 4-7. (High Beginner to Intermediate) Continue taking classes each semester towards earning the ESL Certificate. Submit a 5-8 minute video using Studio in your Canvas account. Applicants must fill out a Western release of information form so student video and student responses can be used as testimonials. Use Apple Clips or other video creation software for the presentation. To access Studio please CLICK HERE and login with your MyWestern credentials. Then you will “add” video in the top right hand corner either directly from your computer or from YouTube. Please “share” the Studio link to lchew@westernwyoming.edu and kbeckermann@westernwyoming.edu. The questions you need to answer in the video are listed below: Who are you? What are your academic and professional goals? As an ESL scholarship requirement, you have to earn an ESL Certificate. How will earning this certificate help you to achieve your academic and professional goals? Think about the ESL classes that you have completed. How has the information that you learned helped you during your time at Western? What are the benefits of attending Western Wyoming Community College? Why should the ESL Scholarship committee choose to award you a scholarship?_ Full-Time students may apply ($1000 scholarship): After completing 3 of 5 ESL classes and First-Year Success class AND Be enrolled in at least 2 required ESL Certificate classes Part-time students may apply ($500 scholarship): After completing any 2 required ESL Certificate classes and the First Year Success class AND Be enrolled in at least 1 ESL class ESL Classes include: HMDV 1060 Academic Listening and Speaking HMDV 1062 ESL Writing and Grammar HMDV 1064 Reading and Vocabulary Skills HMDV 1065 Academic Listening and Note-taking Skills HMDV 1070 U. S. Culture

Scholarship sponsored by the Student Nurse Association that is offered for the spring semester only. The application period is open from December 1st to July 1st for scholarships that will be awarded for the 2022-2023 Academic year. Apply before April 1st to be considered as a priority applicant. This scholarship will be awarded as one $500.00 scholarship OR if applicable two $250.00 scholarships will be awarded (this depends on applications received). Requirements: The student needs to be going into their second year of the Nursing program Submit 2-4 paragraphs on: – Why did you decide to join/participate in the Student Nurse Association? – How have you contributed to the Student Nurse Association during your first year of the Nursing program? – What are your Student Nurse Association plans for the upcoming school year (volunteering, contributing, and/or other)? – How has the Student Nurse Association impacted you as a future nurse? To apply, sign in with your westernwyoming.edu email address and password to complete the general application, and after the general application has been submitted, this opportunity will be recommended to you, or you can find it in the listing of all of the available opportunities/scholarships. For any questions or concerns, please contact Mustang Central at 307-382-1677.

Wyoming Works is a state grant program and resources are targeted toward adult students to advance their skills in areas that lead to secure employment. Space and grant funding is limited. Funding is only guaranteed for one year. Maximum award amounts for the Wyoming Works Standard Grant will be up to $840 per semester and the Wyoming Works Critical Grant will be up to $1,680 per semester. Steps to apply for Wyoming Works: Apply for Admission to Western File your FAFSA Apply for Wyoming Works (click the sign-in button, use your westernwyoming.edu email address and password, answer the eligibility questions and submit) Who is Eligible for a Wyoming Works Grant? Must be a new program participant starting Fall 2019 or later Must complete the FAFSA form, showing financial need Must be a U.S. citizen or a permanent resident alien who meets the definition of an eligible noncitizen under federal Title IV financial aid requirements Must be a Wyoming resident As required, must be registered with the selective service Must maintain satisfactory academic progress Must apply for this opportunity prior to the start of the term you are applying for You must be enrolled in one of the eligible degree, certificate, or solo course programs: Degrees: AAS in Automotive Technology AS in Computer Science AAS in Diesel and Heavy Equipment Technology AAS in Electrical Instrumentation Technology AAS in Industrial Maintenance Technology AAS in Natural Gas Compression Technology AAS in Plant Operations AAS in Powerline Technology AAS in Welding Technology – Fabrication Shop AAS in Welding Technology – Industrial Plant AAS in Welding Technology – Mine Maintenance Certificates: Accounting Automotive Technology Computer Science Preparation Endorsement Diesel Technology Electrical Apprenticeship Electrical, Instrumentation, Control Technology Industrial Maintenance, Hydraulics Industrial Maintenance, Mechanics Maintenance Mechanic for Industry Natural Gas Compression Technology Plant Operations Power Plant Maintenance Mechanics Powerline Technology Surface Maintenance Mechanic Welding Technology – Fabrication Shop Welding Technology – Industrial Plant Welding Technology – Mine Maintenance Solo Course Options: Certified Nursing Assistant Commercial Driver’s License Phlebotomy Who is Not Eligible for a Wyoming Works Grant? Cannot be currently receiving or eligible to receive the Hathaway scholarship Cannot be currently in default on a federal Title IV education loan Cannot owe a refund under a federal Title IV student financial aid program or a subsequently enacted similar federal student financial aid program or a student financial aid program administered through the State of Wyoming

This endowment is available to Veterans who have been honorably discharged or Veterans who were discharged under honorable conditions. The Veteran (or their spouse/dependent, if applicable) shall live in Sweetwater, Sublette, Uinta or Lincoln County. Veterans will always take precedence. If no Veteran applies for the scholarship then spouses or dependents of a Veteran will be considered. The G.I. Bill will have no bearing on this scholarship. The application period is open from December 1st to July 1st for scholarships that will be awarded for the 2022-2023 Academic year. Apply before April 1st to be considered as a priority applicant.

This scholarship is for students who have been accepted into the Nursing Program. The application period is open from December 1st to July 1st for scholarships that will be awarded for the 2022-2023 Academic year. Apply before April 1st to be considered as a priority applicant.

Departmental scholarship awarded to anthropology students for their first/freshman year at Western. The application period is open from December 1st to July 1st for scholarships that will be awarded for the 2022-2023 Academic year. Apply before April 1st to be considered as a priority applicant. The total amount of the scholarship will be awarded in an even split between the fall and spring semesters unless otherwise approved by the department. Minimum requirements: Majoring in a degree program from the Anthropology Department Students within the first 30 credits of their degree program Full-time enrollment Cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher (for continuation for the spring semester) All freshman applicants are also required to submit a personal essay on the following topics: Why do you feel you should be a recipient of the scholarship? Your educational goals? Your future career goals? To apply, sign in with your westernwyoming.edu email address and password (that is assigned to you after applying for admission) to complete the general scholarship application. After the general application has been submitted, this opportunity will be recommended to you or you can find it in the listing of all of the available opportunities/scholarships. For any questions or concerns please contact Mustang Central at 307-382-1677.

Departmental scholarship awarded to anthropology students in their second/sophomore year at Western. The application period is open from December 1st to July 1st for scholarships that will be awarded for the 2022-2023 Academic year. Apply before April 1st to be considered as a priority applicant. The total amount of the scholarship will be awarded in an even split between the fall and spring semesters unless otherwise approved by the department. Minimum requirements: Majoring in a degree program from the Anthropology Department Have sophomore standing for the 2022-2023 Academic Year Full-time enrollment Cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher To apply, sign in with your westernwyoming.edu email address and password to complete the general application. After the general application has been submitted this opportunity will be recommended to you or you can find it in the listing of all of the available opportunities/scholarships. For any questions or concerns please contact Mustang Central at 307-382-1677.

This endowment supports Pre-Engineering students who are currently enrolled at Western Wyoming Community College.

This opportunity is a departmental scholarship awarded to art students at Western. The application period is open from December 1st to July 1st for scholarships that will be awarded for the 2022-2023 Academic year. Apply before April 1st to be considered as a priority applicant. Minimum requirements: Majoring in a degree program from the Art Department Full-time enrollment Cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher (for continuation for the spring semester) All applicants are also required to submit: An artist statement that should address: 1) What your art means, 2) How you convey that meaning in your artwork, and 3) How your artwork connects to the work of other artists. You may find it useful to talk about artists whose work you admire, or whose work is connected to your work somehow. The statement should be no more than 4 paragraphs. Ten example pictures of your artwork. To apply, sign in with your westernwyoming.edu email address and password (that is assigned to you after applying for admission) to complete the general scholarship application. After the general application has been submitted, this opportunity will be recommended to you or you can find it in the listing of all of the available opportunities/scholarships. For any questions or concerns please contact Mustang Central at 307-382-1677.

This scholarship is available to Western’s new Bachelor of Applied Science in Business Management. For consideration you must meet the following criteria: Must be a BAS major at Western Must be enrolled in 6 or more credits Applicants must also complete the attached supplemental questions. To apply, sign in with your westernwyoming.edu email address and password (that is assigned to you after applying for admission) to complete the general scholarship application. After the general application has been submitted, this opportunity will be recommended to you or you can find it in the listing of all of the available opportunities/scholarships. For any questions or concerns please contact Mustang Central at 307-382-1677.

This scholarship is available to Western’s new Bachelor of Applied Science in Business Management. For consideration you must meet the following criteria: Must be a BAS major at Western Must be enrolled in 6 more credits Applicants must also complete the attached supplemental questions. To apply, sign in with your westernwyoming.edu email address and password (that is assigned to you after applying for admission) to complete the general scholarship application. After the general application has been submitted, this opportunity will be recommended to you or you can find it in the listing of all of the available opportunities/scholarships. For any questions or concerns please contact Mustang Central at 307-382-1677.

This endowment offers scholarships for students seekings a degree in Education. The application period is open from December 1st to July 1st for scholarships that will be awarded for the 2022-2023 Academic year. Apply before April 1st to be considered as a priority applicant. To apply, sign in with your westernwyoming.edu email address and password (that is assigned to you after applying for admission) to complete the general scholarship application. After the general application has been submitted, this opportunity will be recommended to you or you can find it in the listing of all of the available opportunities/scholarships. For any questions or concerns please contact Mustang Central at 307-382-1677.

This endowment offers scholarships to International Students. The application period is open from December 1st to July 1st for scholarships that will be awarded for the 2022-2023 Academic year. Apply before April 1st to be considered as a priority applicant. To apply, sign in with your westernwyoming.edu email address and password (that is assigned to you after applying for admission) to complete the general scholarship application. After the general application has been submitted, this opportunity will be recommended to you or you can find it in the listing of all of the available opportunities/scholarships. For any questions or concerns please contact Mustang Central at 307-382-1677.

Full-time students in a degree or certificate program from the T&I, Business, or BIS departments are eligible to apply. The application period is open from December 1st to July 1st for scholarships that will be awarded for the 2022-2023 Academic year. Apply before April 1st to be considered as a priority applicant. Award amounts may vary. To apply: Sign in with your westernwyoming.edu email address and password Complete the General Application Select the Business & Industry Scholarship Opportunity to apply To apply, sign in with your westernwyoming.edu email address and password (that is assigned to you after applying for admission) to complete the general scholarship application. After the general application has been submitted, this opportunity will be recommended to you or you can find it in the listing of all of the available opportunities/scholarships. For any questions or concerns please contact Mustang Central at 307-382-1677.

This departmental scholarship is available to business information students. By signing in and completing the general application, students will be auto-matched to this scholarship based on their current active degree program(s). The application period is open from December 1st to July 1st for scholarships that will be awarded for the 2022-2023 Academic year. Apply before April 1st to be considered as a priority applicant. To apply, sign in with your westernwyoming.edu email address and password (that is assigned to you after applying for admission) to complete the general scholarship application. After the general application has been submitted, this opportunity will be recommended to you or you can find it in the listing of all of the available opportunities/scholarships. For any questions or concerns please contact Mustang Central at 307-382-1677.

Departmental Scholarship awarded to business students. The application period is open from December 1st to July 1st for scholarships that will be awarded for the 2022-2023 Academic year. Apply before April 1st to be considered as a priority applicant. By signing in and completing the general application, students will be auto-matched to this scholarship based on their current active degree program(s). To apply, sign in with your westernwyoming.edu email address and password (that is assigned to you after applying for admission) to complete the general scholarship application. After the general application has been submitted, this opportunity will be recommended to you or you can find it in the listing of all of the available opportunities/scholarships. For any questions or concerns please contact Mustang Central at 307-382-1677.

This endowment supports both part-time and full-time students. Applicants must be pursuing an education in the Technology and Industry Division or pursuing an AS degree with an emphasis in; Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Geology, Mathematics, Pre-Dentistry, Pre-Forestry, Pre-Medicine, Pre-Pharmacy, Pre-Physical Therapy, Pre-Rangeland Ecology, and Watershed Management, and Pre-Wildlife Biology. The selection of recipients is based on both academic achievement and demonstrated financial need. Special consideration, but not exclusive preference, may be given to non-traditional students. The application period is open from December 1st to July 1st for scholarships that will be awarded for the 2022-2023 Academic year. Apply before April 1st to be considered as a priority applicant. To apply, sign in with your westernwyoming.edu email address and password (that is assigned to you after applying for admission) to complete the general scholarship application. After the general application has been submitted, this opportunity will be recommended to you or you can find it in the listing of all of the available opportunities/scholarships. For any questions or concerns please contact Mustang Central at 307-382-1677.

This endowment supports two exemplary students who are enrolled in a Visual Arts program at Western Wyoming Community College. Ask for a recommendation from one of our Art Faculty members to qualify. To submit a recommendation, the faculty member can contact the Financial Aid Process Assistant at ext. 1892 or financialaid@westernwyoming.edu. Please be sure to include the student’s full name, ID#, and how the student has demonstrated exemplary performance in the classroom.

This departmental scholarship will be, specifically, awarded to students majoring in Communication at Western. The application period is open from December 1st to July 1st for scholarships that will be awarded for the 2022-2023 Academic year. Apply before April 1st to be considered as a priority applicant. The total amount of the scholarship will be awarded, evenly split, between the fall and spring semesters unless otherwise approved by the department. Minimum requirements: Majoring in Western’s Communication degree program Full-time enrollment Cumulative GPA of 3.00 or higher To apply, sign in with your westernwyoming.edu email address and password to complete the general application, and after the general application has been submitted, this opportunity will be recommended to you, or you can find it in the listing of all of the available opportunities/scholarships. For any questions or concerns, please contact Mustang Central at 307-382-1677.

Departmental scholarship awarded to criminal justice students for their first/freshman year at Western. The application period is open from December 1st to July 1st for scholarships that will be awarded for the 2022-2023 Academic year. Apply before April 1st to be considered as a priority applicant. The total amount of the scholarship will be awarded in an even split between the fall and spring semesters unless otherwise approved by the department. Minimum requirements: Majoring in a degree program from the Criminal Justice Department Students within the first 30 credits of their degree program Full-time enrollment Cumulative GPA of 2.0 (for continuation for the spring semester) All freshman applicants are also required to submit a personal essay on the following topics: Why do you feel you should be a recipient of the scholarship? Your educational goals? Your future career goals? To apply, sign in with your westernwyoming.edu email address and password (that is assigned to you after applying for admission) to complete the general scholarship application. After the general application has been submitted, this opportunity will be recommended to you or you can find it in the listing of all of the available opportunities/scholarships. For any questions or concerns please contact Mustang Central at 307-382-1677.

Departmental scholarship awarded to criminal justice students in their second/sophomore year at Western. The application period is open from December 1st to July 1st for scholarships that will be awarded for the 2022-2023 Academic year. Apply before April 1st to be considered as a priority applicant. The total amount of the scholarship will be awarded in an even split between the fall and spring semesters unless otherwise approved by the department. Minimum requirements: Majoring in a degree program from the Criminal Justice Department Have sophomore standing for the 2022-2023 Academic Year Full-time enrollment Cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher To apply, sign in with your westernwyoming.edu email address and password to complete the general application. After the general application has been submitted this opportunity can be found in the listing of all of the available opportunities/scholarships. For any questions or concerns please contact Mustang Central at 307-382-1677.

This endowment is available to students who are Wyoming residents and are looking to enter the trades, more specifically in the Technology and Industry Department. These funds are available to the following degrees and programs: Associate of Applied Science in Electrical and Instrumentation Technology Associate of Applied Science in Natural Gas Compression Technology Associate of Applied Science in Oil and Gas Technology Associate of Applied Science with Fabrication Shop Option Associate of Applied Science with Mine Maintenance Option Associate of Applied Science with Industrial Plant Option Associate of Science in Industrial Maintenance Technology Associate of Science in Plant Operators Technolgy

This is a departmental scholarship that is available to students involved in Western’s Dance or Theatre programs. The application period is open from December 1st to July 1st for scholarships that will be awarded for the 2022-2023 Academic year. Apply before April 1st to be considered as a priority applicant.

This scholarship is for students pursuing a degree in business, finance, engineering, geology, mathematics, or technology as it relates to the oil and energy industry. The names and major areas of study of the scholarship recipients will be shared with the donors from Dominion Energy. Preference will be given to students residing within Dominion’s western franchise territory, including Utah and Southwest Wyoming. The application period is open from December 1st to July 1st for scholarships that will be awarded for the 2022-2023 Academic year. Apply before April 1st to be considered as a priority applicant.

This opportunity is a departmental scholarship available to students seeking a degree in Education. The application period is open from December 1st to July 1st for scholarships that will be awarded for the 2022-2023 Academic year. Apply before April 1st to be considered as a priority applicant. To apply, sign in with your westernwyoming.edu email address and password (that is assigned to you after applying for admission) to complete the general scholarship application. After the general application has been submitted, this opportunity will be recommended to you or you can find it in the listing of all of the available opportunities/scholarships. For any questions or concerns please contact Mustang Central at 307-382-1677.

This scholarship is available to degree-seeking students enrolled in 12 credit hours or more at Western. Applicants must have completed 16 credit hours at Western with a 3.50 GPA in the semester prior to receiving the scholarship. To maintain this scholarship, students must complete 12 credit hours each semester with a 3.00 GPA. Students who receive a Hathaway or Out of State Academic Scholarship are not eligible for this scholarship. The application period is open from December 1st to July 1st for scholarships that will be awarded for the 2022-2023 Academic year. Apply before April 1st to be considered as a priority applicant. To apply, sign in with your westernwyoming.edu email address and password (that is assigned to you after applying for admission) to complete the general scholarship application. After the general application has been submitted, this opportunity will be recommended to you or you can find it in the listing of all of the available opportunities/scholarships. For any questions or concerns please contact Mustang Central at 307-382-1677.

This is a departmental scholarship available to students pursuing a degree in Exercise Science. The application period is open from December 1st to July 1st for scholarships that will be awarded for the 2022-2023 Academic year. Apply before April 1st to be considered as a priority applicant.

This endowment supports Wyoming students who have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 and a minimum of 6 credit hours. Scholarship recipients must write a thank you letter to Casper Chase explaining who they are, what their major is, etc. The application period is open from December 1st to July 1st for scholarships that will be awarded for the 2022-2023 Academic year. Apply before April 1st to be considered as a priority applicant.

Department scholarship for students enrolled in the FastTrack Business degree program. Applicants will begin by signing in and completing the general scholarship application. Once that has been submitted, this scholarship will be recommended to you to apply to or it can be found in the listing of all of the scholarship opportunities. To complete the application for this scholarship you will need to respond with a short essay on the following topics: Why you feel you should be a recipient of the scholarship Your educational goals Your future career goals To apply, sign in with your westernwyoming.edu email address and password (that is assigned to you after applying for admission) to complete the general scholarship application. After the general application has been submitted, this opportunity will be recommended to you or you can find it in the listing of all of the available opportunities/scholarships. For any questions or concerns please contact Mustang Central at 307-382-1677.

This endowment supports students with a low to moderate-income according to their Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Two students at the minimum will be awarded each year, and First Bank will be informed as to the names of the students who received the awards.

This endowment supports students in the Technology and Industry Division who have demonstrated financial need. Preference will be given to students in the Gas Compression Technology Department. The application period is open from December 1st to July 1st for scholarships that will be awarded for the 2022-2023 Academic year. Apply before April 1st to be considered as a priority applicant. To apply, sign in with your westernwyoming.edu email address and password (that is assigned to you after applying for admission) to complete the general scholarship application. After the general application has been submitted, this opportunity will be recommended to you or you can find it in the listing of all of the available opportunities/scholarships. For any questions or concerns please contact Mustang Central at 307-382-1677.

An Institutional Scholarship for students in the Gear-Up program. The application period is open from December 1st to July 1st for scholarships that will be awarded for the 2022-2023 Academic year. Apply before April 1st to be considered as a priority applicant.

This endowment offers scholarships that support degree-seeking students from the Hanna / Elk Mountain / Medicine Bow area who are attending Western. The application period is open from December 1st to July 1st for scholarships that will be awarded for the 2022-2023 Academic year. Apply before April 1st to be considered as a priority applicant.

The Wyoming State Legislature approved legislation during their Spring 2006 session to establish a scholarship fund for Wyoming students to attend Western Wyoming Community college, any of the other six Wyoming community colleges, or the University of Wyoming. The legislation creates merit and need-based awards for eligible students to provide an incentive to pursue post-secondary education within the State of Wyoming. In addition, students initiating their Hathaway Scholarship at Western before July 31st who are Honors or Performance level will receive an enhancement to their Hathaway award. Hathaway award levels, requirements, and values are as follows. Honors: $3,360 yearly award + $1,200 yearly enhancement (if requirement met) Requires a minimum 3.5 high school GPA and an ACT composite of 25 Must complete State required class curriculum Performance: $2,520 yearly award + $1,000 yearly enhancement (if requirement met) Requires a minimum 3.0 high school GPA and an ACT composite of 21 Must complete State required class curriculum Opportunity: $1,680 yearly award Requires a minimum 2.5 high school GPA and an ACT composite of 19 Must complete State required class curriculum Provisional: $1,680 yearly award Requires a minimum 2.5 high school GPA and an ACT composite of 17 Must complete State required class curriculum In order to receive awards, the Hathaway scholarship must be initiated and final transcripts must be received by July 31st. Hathaway Scholarships are awarded based on college-level class enrollment; if below 12 college-level credit hours, awards are prorated. If you earned a high school equivalency certificate (GED, HiSET) or were homeschooled please mark that on the application under the “Name of High School” field and send in any required documents including ACT scores or certificates. Students receiving Honors or Performance must maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.5 and Opportunity and Provisional must maintain a cumulative 2.25.

This endowment supports students with a low to moderate-income according to their Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Qualified students must be enrolled in six or more credits per semester at Western Wyoming Community College, and have remaining unmet needs.

Departmental scholarship awarded to history students for their first/freshman year at Western. The application period is open from December 1st to July 1st for scholarships that will be awarded for the 2022-2023 Academic year. Apply before April 1st to be considered as a priority applicant. The total amount of the scholarship will be awarded in an even split between the fall and spring semesters unless otherwise approved by the department. Minimum requirements: Majoring in a degree program from the History Department Students within the first 30 credits of their degree program Full-time enrollment Cumulative GPA of 2.0 (for continuation for the spring semester) All freshman applicants are also required to submit a personal essay on the following topics: Why do you feel you should be a recipient of the scholarship? Your educational goals? Your future career goals? To apply, sign in with your westernwyoming.edu email address and password (that is assigned to you after applying for admission) to complete the general scholarship application. After the general application has been submitted, this opportunity will be recommended to you or you can find it in the listing of all of the available opportunities/scholarships. For any questions or concerns please contact Mustang Central at 307-382-1677.

Departmental scholarship awarded to history students in their second/sophomore year at Western. The application period is open from December 1st to July 1st for scholarships that will be awarded for the 2022-2023 Academic year. Apply before April 1st to be considered as a priority applicant. The total amount of the scholarship will be awarded in an even split between the fall and spring semesters unless otherwise approved by the department. Minimum requirements: Majoring in a degree program from the History Department Have sophomore standing for the 2022-2023 Academic Year Full-time enrollment Cumulative GPA of 2.0 To apply, sign in with your westernwyoming.edu email address and password to complete the general application. After the general application has been submitted this opportunity will be recommended to you or you can find it in the listing of all of the available opportunities/scholarships. For any questions or concerns please contact Mustang Central at 307-382-1677.

This scholarship is awarded to students enrolled in the Honors Program. The application period is open from December 1st to July 1st for scholarships that will be awarded for the 2022-2023 Academic year. Apply before April 1st to be considered as a priority applicant.

This is a departmental scholarship awarded to humanities students. The application period is open from December 1st to July 1st for scholarships that will be awarded for the 2022-2023 Academic year. Apply before April 1st to be considered as a priority applicant.

This opportunity is a Western departmental scholarship for International Students. Applicants are required to submit a personal essay about their background and educational goals. Students who receive this scholarship must have a 3.0 GPA. Applications for fall scholarships are due by April 1st. Applications for the following spring semester are due by November 1st. To apply, sign in with your email address and password (your MyWestern login credentials) that is assigned to you after applying for admission to complete the general scholarship application. After the general application has been submitted, this opportunity will be recommended to you or you can find it in the listing of all of the available opportunities/scholarships. For any questions or concerns please contact Mustang Central at 307-382-1677.

This endowment supports full-time students in the Instrumentation and Automation fields with demonstrated financial need. The application period is open from December 1st to July 1st for scholarships that will be awarded for the 2022-2023 Academic year. Apply before April 1st to be considered as a priority applicant. Students must have a GPA of 2.5 or higher to be eligible for this scholarship.

This endowment supports non-traditional students. To apply, you must submit a personal essay that includes what you, the student, hopes to achieve and why you believe you qualify for this endowment.

Western Wyoming Community College has been selected by the John P. Ellbogen Foundation board of directors to support adult learners with the newly created Ellbogen Opportunity Scholarship: All Students Successful. Student Eligibility: The funding is eligible only for students who enroll in courses prior to the start of the term Are 24 years of age or older Have demonstrated Wyoming residency for no less than three years immediately preceding the application Have completed and filed a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for the academic year for which they are applying for a scholarship and have unmet financial need Preference will also be given to those who have not already earned an associates or higher degree. Eligible Programs: Nursing, ADN Electrical & Instrumentation, AAS or Certificate Plant Operations, AAS or Certificate Business Management, AAS Business Administration, AS Commercial Driver’s License Business Information Systems, AAS or Certificate Automotive & Alternate Fuels, AAS or Certificate Diesel & Heavy Equipment, AAS or Certificate Welding Technology, AAS or Certificate Business Management, BAS How to Apply: Apply for admission to Western to get your username and password Complete the General Scholarship Application, then the additional questions for the John P. Ellbogen Scholarship Make sure to also complete the current year’s FAFSA Scholarships are limited to no more than $1500 per student per semester and may be awarded for up to a maximum of two academic years. To maintain eligibility and continue receiving this scholarship, students must have a cumulative 2.5 GPA or higher.

This endowment offers scholarships for students in Diesel and Heavy Equipment who have demonstrated financial need. If no students are eligible in the Diesel and Heavy Equipment Technology Department, any students within the Technology and Industry Division of Western Wyoming Community College who show financial need will be eligible. The application period is open from December 1st to July 1st for scholarships that will be awarded for the 2022-2023 Academic year. Apply before April 1st to be considered as a priority applicant.

This scholarship is not awarded based on academic standing. The application period is open from December 1st to July 1st for scholarships that will be awarded for the 2022-2023 Academic year. Apply before April 1st to be considered as a priority applicant.

This endowment is used to support degree-seeking students in the agricultural program.

This scholarship supports Green River High School graduates who took woodworking classes. The student will need to include a copy of their Green River High School transcripts to show their Woodworking classes when they apply. The application period is open from December 1st to July 1st for scholarships that will be awarded for the 2022-2023 Academic year. Apply before April 1st to be considered as a priority applicant. To apply, sign in with your westernwyoming.edu email address and password (that is assigned to you after applying for admission) to complete the general scholarship application. After the general application has been submitted, this opportunity will be recommended to you or you can find it in the listing of all of the available opportunities/scholarships. For any questions or concerns please contact Mustang Central at 307-382-1677.

This endowment is funded by the Laurie Lynn Watkins Endowment through the Western Wyoming College Foundation and offers scholarships to International Students. The application period is open from December 1st to July 1st for scholarships that will be awarded for the 2022-2023 Academic year. Apply before April 1st to be considered as a priority applicant. To qualify for this scholarship, be sure that you are meeting the requirements listed below. For continued eligibility, you must maintain the requirements listed below after the scholarship had been awarded. Scholarship Requirements: GPA 3.0 or greater Current term mid-term grades “C’s” or better; with a term GPA of 3.00 or greater Active F-1 Student Visa Completed Western’s International Student application Your official Western transcript will be attached to the application Essay: Submit a personal essay about their background, educational, and career goals. After mid-term grades are posted in the spring, the family will review the applications and choose the recipients for this scholarship. To apply, sign in with your westernwyoming.edu email address and password (that is assigned to you after applying for admission) to complete the general scholarship application. After the general application has been submitted, this opportunity will be recommended to you or you can find it in the listing of all of the available opportunities/scholarships. For any questions or concerns please contact Mustang Central at 307-382-1677.

This scholarship is available to degree-seeking students pursuing an Engineering or Business Administration Degree and taking the Associate Degree coursework at Western to achieve that degree. Applicant must be a Wyoming High School graduate, have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0, and participate in outside activities that would be beneficial to their degree, such as math competitions or having a summer job. Preference will be given to students with demonstrated financial need, or students with disabilities. The application period is open from December 1st to July 1st for scholarships that will be awarded for the 2022-2023 Academic year. Apply before April 1st to be considered as a priority applicant. We request that students meet with the Disabilities Support Services Specialist to ensure they are set up for success. An appointment with the Support, Disability & Counseling Center can be made by calling (307) 382-1652.

This endowment supports students who live in Sweetwater County and have a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher. Priority will be given to students with greater unmet financial needs. The donor of this endowment will be notified of the students awarded.

This departmental scholarship is available to degree-seeking students within the School of Math and Science. The application period is open from December 1st to July 1st for scholarships that will be awarded for the 2022-2023 Academic year. Apply before April 1st to be considered as a priority applicant.

This opportunity is a departmental scholarship awarded to music students. To be eligible, students must be in a related degree or program. Relevant majors include; Musical Theatre, Music Instrumental, or Musical Vocal. Relevant programs include WWCC Theatre Program, WWCC Music Program, and the WWCC Dance Program. The application period is open from December 1st to July 1st for scholarships that will be awarded for the 2022-2023 Academic year. Apply before April 1st to be considered as a priority applicant. To apply, sign in with your westernwyoming.edu email address and password (that is assigned to you after applying for admission) to complete the general scholarship application. After the general application has been submitted, this opportunity will be recommended to you or you can find it in the listing of all of the available opportunities/scholarships. For any questions or concerns please contact Mustang Central at 307-382-1677.

This opportunity is available to students who are 25 or older and attending Western full-time (12 or more credit hours). Applicants must have completed 16 credit hours with a 3.0 GPA at Western or another institution. For continuation, students must complete 12 credits each semester with a 3.0 GPA. Students who receive a Hathaway or Out of State Academic Scholarship are not eligible for this scholarship. The application period is open from December 1st to July 1st for scholarships that will be awarded for the 2022-2023 Academic year. Apply before April 1st to be considered as a priority applicant.

This opportunity is a departmental scholarship awarded to students currently accepted into and enrolled in the Nursing Program. The application period is open from December 1st to July 1st for scholarships that will be awarded for the 2022-2023 Academic year. Apply before April 1st to be considered as a priority applicant. To apply, sign in with your westernwyoming.edu email address and password (that is assigned to you after applying for admission) to complete the general scholarship application. After the general application has been submitted, this opportunity will be recommended to you or you can find it in the listing of all of the available opportunities/scholarships. For any questions or concerns please contact Mustang Central at 307-382-1677.

This endowment supports students in the Compression Technology or Oil and Gas Production Technology program. Preference will be given to students based on academic achievement and financial need. The application period is open from December 1st to July 1st for scholarships that will be awarded for the 2022-2023 Academic year. Apply before April 1st to be considered as a priority applicant.

Scholarship for students who graduated from an out-of-state high school within the last two years (exceptions made for students who served in the military or went on religious missions) and haven’t attended another college or university. Students must have a Composite ACT score of 19 or higher (or SAT score of 980 or higher), and a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher to be eligible. Students that have taken the SAT will be able to enter their SAT score on the general application instead of an ACT score. To apply, sign in, and complete the General Application. Honors: $4,560 Annual Award (Requires a minimum 3.5 high school GPA and ACT composite of 25 or 1200 SAT) Performance: $3,520 Annual Award (Requires a minimum 3.0 high school GPA and ACT composite of 21 or 1060 SAT) Opportunity: $1,680 Annual Award (Require a minimum 2.5 high school GPA and ACT composite of 19 or 980 SAT) MAINTAINING AWARD: For continuation up to a maximum of four semesters, students must complete at least 12 credit hours per semester with a 3.00 semester GPA for Honors and Performance, and a 2.00 for Opportunity. Consortium agreements are not applicable.

This endowment offers a scholarship for Wyoming residents with a 2.5 GPA or higher. Preference given to employees of Pacific Steel and/or their dependents. The application period is open from December 1st to July 1st for scholarships that will be awarded for the 2022-2023 Academic year. Apply before April 1st to be considered as a priority applicant.

This scholarship is available to part-time students who are in the first 12 credits of their program. The scholarship is equivalent to one three-credit-hour course at the in-state tuition rate. The application period is open from December 1st to July 1st for scholarships that will be awarded for the 2022-2023 Academic year. Apply before April 1st to be considered as a priority applicant.

This endowment supports students who are female, over the age of 25, and are enrolled in Western Wyoming Community College courses.

Departmental scholarship awarded to political science students in their second/sophomore year at Western. The application period is open from December 1st to July 1st for scholarships that will be awarded for the 2022-2023 Academic year. Apply before April 1st to be considered as a priority applicant. The total amount of the scholarship will be awarded in an even split between the fall and spring semesters unless otherwise approved by the department. Minimum requirements: Majoring in a degree program from the Political Science Department Have sophomore standing for the 2022-2023 Academic Year Full-time enrollment Cumulative GPA of 2.0 To apply, sign in with your westernwyoming.edu email address and password to complete the general application. After the general application has been submitted this opportunity will be recommended to you or you can find it in the listing of all of the available opportunities/scholarships. For any questions or concerns please contact Mustang Central at 307-382-1677.

Departmental scholarship awarded to psychology students for their first/freshman year at Western. The application period is open from December 1st to July 1st for scholarships that will be awarded for the 2022-2023 Academic year. Apply before April 1st to be considered as a priority applicant. The total amount of the scholarship will be awarded in an even split between the fall and spring semesters unless otherwise approved by the department. Minimum requirements: Majoring in a degree program from the Psychology Department Students within the first 30 credits of their degree program Full-time enrollment Cumulative GPA of 2.0 (for continuation for the spring semester) All freshman applicants are also required to submit a personal essay on the following topics: Why you feel you should be a recipient of the scholarship Your educational goals Your future career goals To apply, sign in with your westernwyoming.edu email address and password (that is assigned to you after applying for admission) to complete the general scholarship application. After the general application has been submitted, this opportunity will be recommended to you or you can find it in the listing of all of the available opportunities/scholarships. For any questions or concerns please contact Mustang Central at 307-382-1677.

Departmental scholarship awarded to psychology students in their second/sophomore year at Western. The application period is open from December 1st to July 1st for scholarships that will be awarded for the 2022-2023 Academic year. Apply before April 1st to be considered as a priority applicant. The total amount of the scholarship will be awarded in an even split between the fall and spring semesters unless otherwise approved by the department. Minimum requirements: Majoring in a degree program from the Psychology Department Have sophomore standing for the 2022-2023 Academic Year Full-time enrollment Cumulative GPA of 2.0 To apply, sign in with your westernwyoming.edu email address and password to complete the general application. After the general application has been submitted this opportunity will be recommended to you or you can find it in the listing of all of the available opportunities/scholarships. For any questions or concerns please contact Mustang Central at 307-382-1677.

Scholarship for any full-time student who has completed their freshman year. Applicant must be a US Citizen or Permanent Resident and must be working toward a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Petroleum, Chemical, Mechanical, or Geological Engineering. Other accepted fields of study include: Geology, Petroleum Geology, Energy Management, or Petroleum Land Management. The student must state interest in pursuing a career in the oil and gas industry and must have a 2.8 cumulative GPA.

Scholarships for citizens or permanent residents of the United States. Precedence will be given to Wyoming residents. To be eligible for this scholarship students must have a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher, be enrolled for at least 6 credit hours per semester, and must be non-traditional students (age 25 or older). The application period is open from December 1st to July 1st for scholarships that will be awarded for the 2022-2023 Academic year. Apply before April 1st to be considered as a priority applicant. To apply, sign in with your westernwyoming.edu email address and password (that is assigned to you after applying for admission) to complete the general scholarship application. After the general application has been submitted, this opportunity will be recommended to you or you can find it in the listing of all of the available opportunities/scholarships. For any questions or concerns please contact Mustang Central at 307-382-1677.

The Rocket Miner and Western have started collaborating to create new scholarships that will be available to students living in our service area of, Sweetwater, Sublette, Lincoln, Uinta, and Carbon counties. There will be three scholarships available for the Fall of 2022 semester and each of them will be worth one-third of a student’s full-time tuition!* Preference may be given to non-traditional students and students with greater unmet financial needs. Quality candidates will be invited on campus for a final interview and selection with the Rocket Miner Scholarship Review Team prior to the start of the fall term. To be considered for this scholarship, you will need to meet the following eligibility requirements: Completed your FAFSA for the 2022-2023 academic year. Maintain a High School or College GPA of 3.0 or higher. Student must be enrolled full-time. Live in the Rocket Miner service area (Sweetwater, Sublette, Lincoln, Uinta, and Carbon counties). Continuous enrollment Be an active member of your local community. Answer all essay questions on this application. These questions will be: Introduce yourself. Who are you and what do you stand for? Why should you be selected for this scholarship? Think about a negative experience you have had. What happened, and how did you bring about a positive change? How are you involved with the community? For what purpose are you continuing your education? To qualify for this award again in future semesters, current recipients will be offered a resume-building opportunity asking students to commit to 20 hours of volunteer work throughout the semester, working with a non-profit organization within the Rocket Miner service area. While this participation is not required, current recipients who opt out of this opportunity will not be eligible to receive this award the following semester. The students awarded will: Be published in the Rocket Miner. Participate in a Congratulatory meet and greet. To apply, sign in with your westernwyoming.edu email address and password (that is assigned to you after applying for admission) to complete the general scholarship application. After the general application has been submitted, this opportunity will be recommended to you or you can find it in the listing of all of the available opportunities/scholarships. For any questions or concerns please contact Mustang Central at 307-382-1677. *Full-time tuition calculated at 12 credits per semester.

This opportunity is a Social Science Division scholarship for new and returning students. The application period is open from December 1st to July 1st for scholarships that will be awarded for the 2022-2023 Academic year. Apply before April 1st to be considered as a priority applicant. The total amount of the scholarship will be awarded in an even split between the fall and spring semesters unless otherwise approved by the department. Minimum requirements: Majoring in one of the following degree programs: Anthropology, Criminal Justice, Education, History, Political Science, Psychology, Social Science, Social Work, or Sociology Full-time enrollment Cumulative GPA of 2.0 (for continuation for the spring semester) To apply, sign in with your westernwyoming.edu email address and password (that is assigned to you after applying for admission) to complete the general scholarship application. After the general application has been submitted, this opportunity will be recommended to you or you can find it in the listing of all of the available opportunities/scholarships. For any questions or concerns please contact Mustang Central at 307-382-1677.

This opportunity is a departmental scholarship awarded to social work students for their first/freshman year at Western. The application period is open from December 1st to July 1st for scholarships that will be awarded for the 2022-2023 Academic year. Apply before April 1st to be considered as a priority applicant. The total amount of the scholarship will be awarded in an even split between the fall and spring semesters unless otherwise approved by the department. Minimum requirements: Majoring in a degree program from the Social Work Department Students within the first 30 credits of their degree program Full-time enrollment Cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher (for continuation for the spring semester) All freshman applicants are also required to submit a personal essay on the following topics: Why you feel you should be a recipient of the scholarship Your educational goals Your future career goals To apply, sign in with your westernwyoming.edu email address and password (that is assigned to you after applying for admission) to complete the general scholarship application. After the general application has been submitted, this opportunity will be recommended to you or you can find it in the listing of all of the available opportunities/scholarships. For any questions or concerns please contact Mustang Central at 307-382-1677.

Departmental scholarship awarded to social work students in their second/sophomore year at Western. The application period is open from December 1st to July 1st for scholarships that will be awarded for the 2022-2023 Academic year. Apply before April 1st to be considered as a priority applicant. The total amount of the scholarship will be awarded in an even split between the fall and spring semesters unless otherwise approved by the department. Minimum requirements: Majoring in a degree program from the Social Work Department Have sophomore standing for the 2022-2023 Academic Year Full-time enrollment Cumulative GPA of 2.0 To apply, sign in with your westernwyoming.edu email address and password to complete the general application. After the general application has been submitted this opportunity will be recommended to you or you can find it in the listing of all of the available opportunities/scholarships. For any questions or concerns please contact Mustang Central at 307-382-1677.

Departmental scholarship awarded to sociology students for their first/freshman year at Western. The application period is open from December 1st to July 1st for scholarships that will be awarded for the 2022-2023 Academic year. Apply before April 1st to be considered as a priority applicant. The total amount of the scholarship will be awarded in an even split between the fall and spring semesters unless otherwise approved by the department. Minimum requirements: Majoring in a degree program from the Sociology Department Students within the first 30 credits of their degree program Full-time enrollment Cumulative GPA of 2.0 (for continuation for the spring semester) All freshman applicants are also required to submit a personal essay on the following topics: Why you feel you should be a recipient of the scholarship Your educational goals Your future career goals To apply, sign in with your westernwyoming.edu email address and password (that is assigned to you after applying for admission) to complete the general scholarship application. After the general application has been submitted, this opportunity will be recommended to you or you can find it in the listing of all of the available opportunities/scholarships. For any questions or concerns please contact Mustang Central at 307-382-1677.

Departmental scholarship awarded to sociology students in their second/sophomore year at Western. The application period is open from December 1st to July 1st for scholarships that will be awarded for the 2022-2023 Academic year. Apply before April 1st to be considered as a priority applicant. The total amount of the scholarship will be awarded in an even split between the fall and spring semesters unless otherwise approved by the department. Minimum requirements: Majoring in a degree program from the Sociology Department Have sophomore standing for the 2022-2023 Academic Year Full-time enrollment Cumulative GPA of 2.0 To apply, sign in with your westernwyoming.edu email address and password to complete the general application. After the general application has been submitted this opportunity will be recommended to you or you can find it in the listing of all of the available opportunities/scholarships. For any questions or concerns please contact Mustang Central at 307-382-1677.

Scholarship for full-time, second-year students (including international students) pursuing an AS Degree with an emphasis in one of the following: Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Geology, Mathematics, Pre-Dentistry, Pre-Forestry, Pre-Medicine, Pre-Pharmacy, Pre-Physical Therapy, Pre-Rangeland Ecology and Watershed Management, or Pre-Wildlife Biology. The selection of recipients is based on both academic achievement and demonstrated financial need.

This scholarship is awarded to incoming freshmen who haven’t attended any other institutions after graduation. For the application to be considered, applicants must be current high school seniors, have applied for admission at Western, submit their sixth or seventh semester high school transcripts, ACT scores, their personal letter, and three letters of recommendation. The application deadline is April 1st. Eligibility Requirements: Be a current high school senior Composite ACT score of 27 Cumulative High School GPA of 3.75 or higher To maintain eligibility, students must maintain a semester 3.5 GPA and complete 15 credit hours per semester. To apply, begin by signing in and completing the general application. After the general application has been submitted this scholarship will be recommended to you based on your responses on the general application or you can find it in the listing of all the opportunities offered by Western, you will then be able to attach and upload copies of your personal letter and letters of recommendation.

This opportunity is a departmental scholarship awarded to Technology & Industry students. By signing in and completing the general application students will be auto-matched to this scholarships based on their current active degree program(s). The application period is open from December 1st to July 1st for scholarships that will be awarded for the 2022-2023 Academic year. Apply before April 1st to be considered as a priority applicant. If you have any questions please contact your academic adviser or Mustang Central by phone, (307) 382-1677, in person (office hours Monday-Friday 8 am to 5) or by email at financialaid@westernwyoming.edu.

This endowment is available to full-time students who have demonstrated financial need, who have a Hathaway-qualifying GPA or GED score, but who have a composite ACT score of 16 or lower. Applicants must have a completed FAFSA to be eligible. Awarded students must complete 12 or more credits and maintain a GPA of 2.25 to be re-awarded. The application period is open from December 1st to July 1st for scholarships that will be awarded for the 2022-2023 Academic year. Apply before April 1st to be considered as a priority applicant.

This opportunity is a departmental scholarship awarded to Theatre students. The application period is open from December 1st to July 1st for scholarships that will be awarded for the 2022-2023 Academic year. Apply before April 1st to be considered as a priority applicant.

This endowment supports music students. Qualified students must be enrolled in six or more credits per semester at Western Wyoming Community College, and have remaining unmet needs.

Scholarship for students transferring to WWCC after attending another post-secondary educational institution. The transfer must occur within 5 years of last college attendance. Applicants must have a minimum 3.5 college GPA and completed a minimum of 12 college credit hours. Students must complete 12 credits each semester with a 3.00 GPA. Students who receive a Hathaway or Out of State Academic Scholarship are not eligible for this scholarship. The application period is open from December 1st to July 1st for scholarships that will be awarded for the 2022-2023 Academic year. Apply before April 1st to be considered as a priority applicant.

This endowment is available to students with demonstrated financial need. Preference will be given to students who can demonstrate a strong work ethic or a commitment to volunteerism. The application period is open from December 1st to July 1st for scholarships that will be awarded for the 2022-2023 Academic year. Apply before April 1st to be considered as a priority applicant.

This scholarship is awarded to student-athletes who have been affected by cancer or whose immediate family members have been impacted by cancer. The immediate family would include their Mother, Father, or sibling(s). The application period is open from December 1st to July 1st for scholarships that will be awarded for the 2022-2023 Academic year. Apply before April 1st to be considered as a priority applicant.

This endowment supports students who are active members of the Wyoming National Guard who are currently seeking a degree in Education and in good standing at Western. The application period is open from December 1st to July 1st for scholarships that will be awarded for the 2022-2023 Academic year. Apply before April 1st to be considered as a priority applicant.