Dr. James Michael Pitt Memorial Scholarship

The Dr. James Michael Pitt Memorial Scholarship was established to provide scholarships for students attending Eastfield College and majoring in mathematics, science, or computer science.

Amount of Award
Up to $600 per academic year ($300 each semester)

Number of Awards Per Year
Varies per available funds.

Designated College
Eastfield College

Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must successfully complete nine credit hours per semester while maintaining a 3.0 GPA. Applicants must also major in mathematics, science, or computer science.

Application Process
Applicants must submit the following to Eastfield College's Financial Aid Office:

• Completed DCCCD Foundation scholarship application form
• One-page typed essay detailing why he/she deserves this scholarship, including leadership qualifications and personal goals
• Two letters of recommendation from high school or college counselors and teachers.

Selection Process

• Phase I - Financial Aid Office forwards applications of top five candidates to the Foundation Office.
• Phase II - Foundation Scholarship Committee determines final winners.
  

Recipient Requirements
Recipients must successfully complete nine (9) credit hours per semester and maintain a 3.0 GPA or better. Recipient should write a letter describing academic progress to the Pitt family at the completion of the school year. Failure to meet these requirements could result in a reduction or loss of scholarship benefits.

Deadline
For application: Second week of April to the Financial Aid Office.
Finalist applications to Foundation: Second week of May. Notification to students: Third week in July.

For further information, contact the
Foundation Scholarship Manager, 214-860-2149 or 213-860-2053.

July 2004