By Sindhu Priya Kondapuram, GCC Fashion Business Student

Did you know that GCC offers scholarships for both domestic and international students? if you’re already aware, you probably know where to find the application process and the requirements for these scholarships. If you’re interested in learning about GCC scholarships, stick around- I’ve added some tips that might come in handy when applying..

How many scholarships are available? 

• GCC has over 110 scholarships, some of these scholarships are only  for domestic students, others for both domestic and international students, and some categorized by major.

Where to find them?

• logging  into your MyGCC account, click on the New Experience Dashboard. It takes you to the tab that looks like this. 
• Click on the Foundation Scholarships link in the Financial Aid section. 
• There, you can select the scholarships based on your eligibility 

What are the deadlines of scholarships for each semester?

• January 1 – May 31 for the fall semester.
• September 1 to October 31 for the spring semester.

Are there scholarships for international students?

• Yes, GCC offers many scholarships for international students. You can find them under the “ Pay for College” dropdown menu on the main GCC website banner. Some are major-based, while others have specific criteria.

 Chances for international students?

• GCC’s financial aid department has no priorities; it treats all applicants equally. If your essay stands out and you meet the scholarships criteria, you have a good chance of being awarded, regardless of your student status  

Emergency Funding:

• Emergency Funding may be available for students facing emergency financial needs that hinder their education. If you’re among one of those students, I would suggest talking to your success coach to determine eligibility based on your emergency situation.
• For more questions email financialaid@genesee.edu 

What are the requirements for all scholarships?

• Some scholarships may require supporting materials

How will I know I have been awarded a scholarship?

• The Financial aid department will notify you through your GCC email account, and  your student account will get updated.

How do I know that I did not get awarded a scholarship?

• If you did not receive an email, it’s likely you didn’t receive a scholarship. If in doubt, contact Alex Misiti, Financial Aid Retention Specialist.  aemisiti@genesee.edu 

Some tips

Tip one– Apply before the deadline.
Tip two  – Write a concise and compelling essay let the scholarship committee know why should they consider your application.

Tips from GCC’s Financial Aid Retention Specialist, Alex Misiti:

• Get involved on campus
• Be a genuine community member
• Express your authentic self in your essay, explaining why the committee should consider your application.