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Currently, the only available scholarship is the Taylor J. Ertel Scholarship for Foster Children. If you have been in the foster care system and wish to apply for a scholarship, click “Apply Here” below and:

1. Create an account with a current email and password.
2. Complete and submit the Taylor J. Ertel Scholarship application.
3. You will receive electronic notification on the submission of your application and subsequent approval process.

    The general FCFP Scholarship Application process will reopen in Spring 2025.

    Create a user account with a current email and password. Your email will not be shared; it will be used only for the scholarship portal. 

    We suggest using an email that you frequently check. Using your high school email is discouraged as those accounts are usually deactivated after graduation and new information may not reach you. 

    You will be matched to any scholarships that fit the criteria you enter on the universal application. Follow the instructions in the online portal to complete all the application steps, and work with your guidance counselor and our Scholastic Initiatives Officer, if needed. When you’re ready, submit the application through the portal. 

    Some opportunities require additional information, such as an essay or letters of recommendation, as directed by the scholarship donor. Be sure to complete all required elements of the application.

    Review your Dashboard at any time to verify you have submitted all supplementals. A complete application will have a “View Application” status. An incomplete application will have an “Edit Application” status.

    Most high schools announce scholarship recipients at graduation. If you’ve been awarded, you’ll also receive electronic confirmation from FCFP at a later date. We don’t send denial letters. If you’re a non-traditional student, we’ll send you a letter with the results. 

    If you’re a high school student, we recommend working closely with your high school guidance counselor throughout the application process. They’ll be able to help you find the scholarships that best fit your student profile and tell you about submission dates (also listed on the scholarship webpage). 

    If you’re a non-traditional student, our Scholastic Initiatives Officer will be able to answer any of your questions. 

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    Have a question about the application process? Reach out to Marsha!

    Marsha Lemons,
    SCHOLASTIC INITIATIVES OFFICER
    570-321-1500, ext. 28

    Email Marsha