Primerica Foundation Scholarship - General

Purpose:
In 2014, The Primerica Foundation established a scholarship to assist students with low to moderate income who are enrolled in certificate, diploma or degree programs at Gwinnett Tech

Eligibility Requirements:
In order to be eligible for a Primerica Foundation Scholarship, a student must:

• Have been admitted into a certificate, diploma or an associate degree program at Gwinnett Technical College
• Have a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.5
• Submit an essay of 300 words that explains how your degree of study will benefit you in your educational and career pursuits. Please also share your academic goals and career plans and include other relevant information, such as financial or personal circumstances which you feel are important for the Selection Committee to consider in its evaluation. Essay’s must be submitted on applicant’s General Application

Applications cannot be processed unless all required documentation is attached to the application at time of submittal.

Scholarship funds are to be used for tuition, books, and program supplies used solely for the benefit of the individual receiving the scholarship. Before funds will be disbursed, the Foundation office must receive a note of thanks from the recipient to the donor(s).

Selection:
The Gwinnett Tech Foundation committee will select and notify the scholarship recipients.

Termination:
If the recipient fails to enroll, withdraws from college, or does not maintain eligibility requirements, the Gwinnett Tech Foundation will select another student if time permits; otherwise, funds will be held in the donor’s account to be carried over to the next semester.