Jones-Pons Nursing Endowed Scholarship

To assist students in meeting educational expenses incurred while pursuing their academic goals at Western Piedmont Community College.

Scholarship Criteria

• Be enrolled at least half-time in the Nursing Program at WPCC
• Demonstrate good academic standing and good character, which is defined as: 1)Moral, ethical, and spiritual values, 2)Compassion and empathy for all living creatures, 3)Dedication to putting the needs of others ahead of his/her own, 4)Calmness in times of crisis, 5)Desire to work hard academically and improve him/herself, and 6)Ability to work well with others and follow instructions
• Preference will be given to students who demonstrate financial need
• Recipients may apply for renewal of the scholarship for a second year