Twin County Community Foundation Scholarship Program

Twin County Community Foundation Scholarship Program
at
Wytheville Community College

The Twin County Community Foundation and Wytheville Community College created the Twin County Community Foundation Scholarship in 2019.  The scholarship provides full tuition and fees for all qualified residents who graduate from Carroll County, Grayson County, and the City of Galax high schools as a "last dollar" scholarship with at least a 3.0 grade point average (GPA). This scholarship is awarded after all other scholarships, financial aid, and grants are awarded if needed. 

The scholarship covers 5 of 6 semesters at Wytheville Community College immediately starting after high school graduation.

Important Links for the 2024 Graduating High School Seniors Class

Letter to current 2024 Twin County area High School Seniors

2024 Twin County area High School Graduates Checklist

Important Links for Current Recipients of the Twin County Community Foundation Scholarship

Approved Non-Profit Volunteer Agency List

Instructions for Completing Volunteer Service Hours

Submit an online "Volunteer Waiver of Responsibility" form for the Spring 2024 Semester

Spring 2024 semester is the last qualifying semester for 2022 High School Graduates.

2023 High School Graduates Eligibility Dates:

Summer 2023, Fall 2023, Spring 2024, Summer 2024, Fall 2024, and Spring 2025

2024 High School Graduates Eligibility Dates:

Summer 2024, Fall 2024, Spring 2025, Summer 2025, Fall 2025, and Spring 2026

Some courses are part of the "IncludED Course Fees" program and the Twin County Community Foundation Scholarship will not cover these fees because they are considered textbook fees. These fees are automatically added to your course materials and tuition upon registration of certain courses. You will be responsible for payment of these fees through your student account.

Eligibility Requirements

• Recipients must have attended a public or private high school in Carroll or Grayson County or the City of Galax for at least their junior and senior years. Students must graduate from:
  • Carroll County High School
  • Grayson County High School
  • Galax High School
  • Private schools in Carroll or Grayson County or the City of Galax
  • Homeschool or GED
    • Homeschool students who meet WCC entrance requirements are eligible provided they satisfy the other eligibility requirements
    • Students who complete a GED by the graduation date of their original graduating class are eligible for the program provided they satisfy the other eligibility requirements
• Graduate with at least a 3.0 grade point average (GPA)
• Provide proof of residency in Carroll or Grayson County or the City of Galax for at least the two years prior to graduation (tax receipts, bills with dates, etc.)
• Must provide proof of U.S. citizenship or permanent residency

Applying for the Twin County Community Foundation Scholarship

• Complete an Application for Admission to Wytheville Community College
• Provide an official high school transcript
• Complete a 2024-2025 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form and have a completed financial aid file
• The 2024-2025 FAFSA is not yet available. Please continue to check the FAFSA website for updates
• If you are attending summer 2024, please complete a 2023-2024 FAFSA
• Apply for scholarships or grants offered through Wytheville Community College
• Enroll in a degree/diploma/certificate
   

Remaining Eligible for the Twin County Community Foundation Scholarship

• Complete 10 hours of volunteer service hours each semester the scholarship is received
• Achieve a 2.0 grade point average (GPA) by the end of the first year (two semesters)
• Complete 67% of all classes to continue receiving the grant for the second year
• Complete a Volunteer Waiver of Responsibility form each semester
• Apply for a WCC Scholarship every Fall and Spring semester
   

Scholarship Contact

Amanda Pauley
Scholarship Program Manager
apauley@wcc.volamdolong.com 
Smyth Hall, room 146
276-223-4719