All applications MUST be mailed or turned into the Foundation Office by 3/1/2012. E-mailed applications will not be accepted.
Bailey Smith Memorial Scholarship
Awarded to a freshman or a returning student entering their sophomore year at Redlands Community College.
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Brandon Hoffman Memorial Scholarship
Must be a graduating senior of El Reno High School entering into their freshman year at Redlands. Minimum GPA of 2.75.
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Burruss Family Endowed Scholarship
Established by Mr. and Mrs. Merrill Burruss, Geary, Oklahoma. It is the desire of the Burruss’ to assist a worthy student in furthering his or her education.
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Casey Dell Brantley Memorial Endowed Scholarship Established by Peggy Brantley and the late Bob Brantley of Calumet in memory of their daughter Casey Dell Brantley. Casey would have been in the Calumet graduating class of 2001 and the money she had personally saved for her college education was used for the first scholarship award. Casey was interested in pursuing a health-related or legal profession.
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Cathi “Mac” Kennedy Endowed Scholarship
Established by Bob and Peggy Brantley in memory of their daughter, Casey Dell Brantley. The scholarship is named in honor of Casey’s favorite teacher, Ms. Cathi “Mac” Kennedy, who touched their daughter’s life in a special way. Ms. Kennedy is a Calumet teacher who goes beyond the duties normally required of a teacher and she will be honored in years to come for this dedication.
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Cheryl Ross Rinehart Memorial Nursing Endowed Scholarship
Must be entering into their freshman year of Nursing School. Minimum GPA of 2.75, Submit a one page essay on "Humor and Nursing."
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Edna McMahon Kelly Memorial Endowed Scholarship
Must enroll at Redlands Community College in a minimum of 12 credit hours each semester - GPA of 2.5 or higher. Preference will be given to declared education majors.
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El Reno Area Arts Council Art Scholarship
Must declare a major in Art or present information showing that you plan to further your education in an art related field once receiving your degree at Redlands Community College. Art declared majors will have higher consideration.
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El Reno Chamber of Commerce/Leslie F. Roblyer Memorial Endowed Scholarship
Must enroll at Redlands Community College in a minimum of 12 credit hours each semester - GPA of 2.75 or higher - ACT composite score of 17 or higher - full-time student at Redlands Community College.
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El Reno High School Class of '65 Endowed Scholarship
Established by members of the EHS Class of '65 to leave a lasting legacy for future El Reno High School graduates. This scholarship is awarded to a graduating EHS student who has at least a 2.5 GPA.
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El Reno Masonic Lodge #50 / RCC Aggie Club Endowed Scholarship
Must enroll at Redlands Community College in a minimum of 12 credit hours each semester - declare a major in Agriculture - enroll as an Agriculture Science major.
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Emily Kay Wilds Memorial Scholarship
Established in memory of Emily Kay Wilds by her parents, Jana and David Wilds, and brother Jared Wilds. Emily was an outstanding person in all areas of life. She had just completed her eighth grade year when her life was taken on July 7, 1997 in a car accident on the way to Falls Creek Church Camp. Her dream was to attend Redlands Community College to major in Equine Science then transfer to Oklahoma State University to become a veterinarian.
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Francis E. Horn Memorial Scholarship
Established by Mrs. Lois M. Horn of El Reno. Mr. Horn served for more than 38 years in the US Navy and Air Force; later he was a hospital administrator in various Oklahoma hospitals. He believed that any student entering the medical profession should receive as much help and training as was possible to become a better nurse or EMT. The scholarship is intended for a first year student who earnestly desires a career in the health care field.
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Drs. Owen and Bess Jenkins Endowed Scholarship
Awarded to freshman or returning student with minimum grade point average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale or 3.75 on a 5.0 scale
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Gary and Janie McCurdy Criminal Justice Scholarship
Established by Judge Gary D. McCurdy and Janie McCurdy. The purpose of the scholarship is to assist deserving students who pursue a college education in a criminal justice related field.
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Harold H. & Rebecca Raney Hutson Endowed Scholarship
Established by the late Mr. Harold Hutson and Mrs. Rebecca Hutson of Ft. Smith, Arkansas, to provide financial support for an El Reno High School graduate planning to continue his or her education at Redlands Community College. The award is applied toward tuition, fees, and books.
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James D. (Jim) Shaw Memorial Endowed Scholarship
Must have completed a minimum of 24 credit hours - must be majoring in English, English Education, or Communication Arts (including Journalism) - minimum GPA of 2.5.
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Joe Entz Memorial Scholarship
Established in memory of Joe Entz by his family, Donnie Entz, Bobby Andrews, Margaret Andrews, and Betty Andrews. The purpose is to recognize Joe’s intense interest in returning to college to pursue his educational and career goals and to provide support for students who wish to pursue a college education. This scholarship is awarded to a full time student who has graduated from a high school in the RCC service area to help cover the cost of books, tuition, fees, and other college related expenses.
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KLR Endowed Scholarship (Kiwanis, Lions & Rotary Clubs)
Established by the Kiwanis, Lions, and Rotary Clubs of El Reno to provide financial support for a returning, full-time RCC student with a proven record of academic excellence; to be used to help cover college related expenses.
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Krystle Rogers Memorial Scholarship
Must have completed a minimum of 30 credit hours - minimum GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale or 3.75 on a 5.0 scale
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Margaret E. Petree Scholarships (transfer)
This scholarship is one of the most prestigious awarded by RCC, going to a graduate planning to continue his or her education at a four-year institution. Applicants are to exhibit outstanding leadership qualities, dedication to the classroom, and superior academic achievement. Two scholarships are awarded each May to RCC graduates transferring to four-year institutions.
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Marie West Lyons Memorial Endowed Scholarship
Established by Mr. Leon Wayland in memory of Ms. Lyons, who was a member of Chapter AE, P.E.O. She was a longtime resident of El Reno who had an intense interest in journalism, commercial art, and the fine arts in general. The scholarship is awarded to an El Reno High School graduate planning to pursue a degree in one of these related areas.
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Martha Piper Nursing Endowed Scholarship
Established in honor of Martha Piper, a longtime faculty member in the nursing department. Awarded to a single parent student entering the nursing program as a a freshman or a sophomore.
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Michael Earl Croy Memorial Endowed Scholarship
Awarded to an adult nursing student who has completed certain criteria in the RCC nursing program. Mr. and Mrs. Jeff Croy, Yukon, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Croy, Binger, and Mr. and Mrs. Paul Warren, El Reno, are the donors of the scholarship.
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N.E. and Pearl Douglas Scholarship
Established by Mr. and Mrs. Curtis Blanc of Kansas City, Missouri, to honor his grandfather’s lifelong career in law enforcement. Stemming from 1935 to 1967 with the El Reno Police Department, Mr. Douglas started on the ground floor of the department as a night patrolman and retired as Chief of Police. The scholarship recipient must be enrolled in a law enforcement curriculum, show a sincere desire to better himself through a college education, exhibit need for the financial support, and maintain contact with them concerning school activities and accomplishments.
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P&K Equipment John Deere Scholarship
Must be a full-time student at Redlands Community College - returning student entering their sophomore year - grown up in or from the following counties: Kingfisher, Garfield, Blaine, Major, Grant, Noble, Logan, Oklahoma, Candian, Cleveland, McClain, Payne, Creek, or Pawnee - GPA 3.0 or higher - Agriculture or Equine Science major.
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RCC Alumni and Friends Association Endowed Scholarship
Awarded to a student who has a minimum 3.0 GPA. Must maintain a minimum of 12 credit hours for the fall and spring semesters. Provide information regarding financial aid you are receiving.
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RCC Art Scholarship
Must declare a major in Art or present information showing that you plan to further your education in an art related field once receiving your degree at Redlands Community College. Art declared majors will have higher consideration.
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RCC-Chapel Creek Scholarship
The RCC/Chapel Creek Scholarship was established in 2009 to increase educational opportunities of Oklahomans working in the grape and wine industry. The Redlands Community College Foundation may offer a one credit hour scholarship to deserving viticulture and enology employees.
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RCC-Follett Bookstore Scholarships
In 2000, the Follett Corporation leased the bookstore operation from RCC. The scholarships were established through their desire to financially assist worthy students who attend Redlands Community College.
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Redlands Community College Art Scholarship
Must major in Art or present information to show that you plan to further your education in an art related field - either a sophomore or freshman - submit 6 examples of artwork on a CD in JPEG format and detailed information sheet about works - minimum GPA of 2.5 - enroll in minimum of 12 credit hours each semester with 3 of the credit hours being an art class.
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Redlands Community College Foundation, Inc. Endowed Scholarship
Established by the RCC Foundation for students enrolled as full time students at RCC. Each year the Foundation hosts a fund-raiser which funds the majority of these scholarships.
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Renna V. Royse Memorial Endowed Scholarship
Established by Mr. Virdin Royse in memory of his loving wife, Renna V. Royse. The scholarship is intended to financially assist a student who is pursuing study in the field of equine science.
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Russell-Murray Hospice Nursing Scholarship
Must be entering their second year of nursing school at Redlands Community College - GPA 2.75 or higher.
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Ruth Ellen Strong Memorial Scholarship
Established by Dr. J.H. Goldberger, Austin, Texas. Mrs. Strong, manager of the RCC Bookstore prior to her death, showed a particular interest in those students whose financial situation demanded they be employed while attending college. The scholarship is intended for a working student to help cover college expenses.
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Scott L. Harlan Memorial Endowed Scholarship
Established in memory of Scott L. Harlan by his parents, Ross E. and Margaret B. Harlan. The scholarship is intended to financially assist a worthy student in furthering his or her education.
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T. G. Johnson Memorial Endowed Scholarship
Established in the memory of T.G. Johnson by his family. Eligible for freshman or returning students. Preference will be given to declared education majors.
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Tommy Pinkston Family Memorial Endowed Scholarship
Established by Jack and JoAnn Gedosh in memory of JoAnn Pinkston Gedosh’s parents, Tommy and Marguerite Pinkston and brothers, Bill and Mike, who were long time residents of the Minco-Union City community. With roots in Canadian County and a strong advocate of the community college system, JoAnn pays tribute to her family as well as saying “thanks” for a good place to grow up.
The Gedosh gift created a paramount opportunity for the Foundation to partner with the Oklahoma City Community Foundation, which facilitated the college Foundation to apply for a matching grant from the Kirkpatrick Family Affiliated Fund. A favorable matching award substantially increased the value of the Gedosh Fund, creating a larger annual return.
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Trotter-Gambel Endowed Scholarship
Established by Mr. and Mrs. Burrel Gambel who graduated from “El Reno Junior College” in 1941 and now live in Chickasha. This scholarship assists women who continue to balance family responsibilities and, oftentimes, full time employment, while continuing their education at RCC. Award is made to an adult female student to help with the cost of tuition, fees, and books.
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Tyler Knecht Memorial Endowed Scholarship
Must be a graduate of Okarche High School - minimum GPA of 2.5 or ACT Composite of 17 - must enroll in a minimum of 12 credit hours each semester - submit an essay of 200 words or less stating your greatest accomplishments and how you have used that experience to influence or inspire others.
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Virdin Royse Memorial Endowed Scholarship
Must be enrolled as a full-time freshman at Redlands Community College - minimum GPA of 2.75 - must declare a major in Agriculture.
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Other Redlands Scholarships
Center of Excellence Scholarships
The Center of Excellence Scholarships are available to qualified Freshman or Sophomore students enrolled full-time at Redlands Community College and working toward an Associate in Science Degree in Agriculture or Equine. Scholarship amounts vary, but will not exceed $1,000 per semester for a maximum of four semesters. Continuation of scholarships is contingent upon continued funding through the Center of Excellence from the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education and compliance with the Scholarship Recipient Responsibilities.
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Ray Porter Memorial Faculty Association Scholarship
in honor of Dean Emeritus Ray Porter, is awarded
annually during the second semester to a deserving sophomore. The $500 award is given by the RCC Faculty Association on the basis of academic progress, need, and overall contributions to college life.
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Scholarships Offered Outside of Redlands
Journalism Art Communication Award
AAF Oklahoma City Ad Club will be awarding three (3) $2,000 awards to undergraduate or graduate students based on application, supporting materials and interview quality
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