The East Tennessee Foundation (ETF) recently announced the availability of 15 scholarships for Carter County students for the 2018-19 school year.
ETF scholarship program requirements range from financial need to scholastic achievement. Several scholarships are targeted toward specific schools or counties, particular fields of study, students involved in certain extracurricular activities or those who may not display the highest scholastic rankings yet still possess great potential and motivation.
Over $570,000 has been disbursed by in 190 ETF scholarship awards for the 17-18 academic year. Scholarships provided through ETF help fulfill the dreams of those students wishing to obtain a post-secondary education, whether they are graduating high school seniors or returning adult students.
Scholarships administered by ETF allow individuals and groups to honor loved ones while helping change the lives of those pursuing higher education. Many of the scholarships have been established to honor the memory of a parent, spouse, or child. Some have been founded to honor teachers, coaches, or prominent community leaders. The scholarship application deadline is Thursday, Feb. 15.
For more information, please contact Beth Heller, ETF director of scholarship programs toll free at (877) 524-1223 or by email at bheller@etf.org. Visit www.etf.org/scholarships for additional information about the scholarships available through ETF.