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Franklin E. Spafford Academic Scholarship

The Franklin E. Spafford Academic Scholarship was established to honor the late Mr. Spafford, who served as one of the first members of the DCCCD Board of Trustees.

Amount of Award
Up to $200 per year ($100 per semester)

Number of Awards Per Year
Varies per available funds

Designated College
Any DCCCD campus

Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must be outstanding scholars as evidenced by a 3.0 GPA or better. (This award is not given on a basis of financial need.)

Application Process
Applicants must submit the following to the financial Aid office at the college they wish to attend.:

Selection Process

  • Phase I - Financial Aid Director at each college submits applications of top five candidates to the Foundation Office.
  • Phase II - Foundation Scholarship Committee determines final winners.

Recipient Requirements
If selected, recipients must maintain a 3.0 GPA. Failure to do so could result in a reduction or loss of scholarship benefits.

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

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

July 2003