Rediscover LCCC: Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Rediscover LCCC scholarship?

The Rediscover LCCC scholarship will allow Wyoming adults who qualify to attend LCCC and have their part-time tuition and mandatory fees* paid for. Thirty-five (35) scholarships are available for the 2020/2021 academic year. The scholarship is available for up to three (3) academic years, and the award amount will be $2,660 an academic year (9 credits fall semester and 9 credits spring semester). ). Students will have the option of taking 6 credits during the summer sessions 2021 and 2022, for total scholarship funding of 66 credits over a three academic year period.

*Mandatory fees are student fees assessed to all students. Specific course and program fees may also be required but will not be covered by the scholarship. Students may be eligible for other financial aid to cover these costs. Visit the Financial Aid & Scholarships website for more information.

Why are only select programs eligible for the scholarship?

The eligible programs were selected because they have openings for students, can be completed by attending part-time in three years or less, and are known to lead to good employment opportunities in the state of Wyoming.

How do I apply?

Applicants will be asked to apply for admission to LCCC, complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and complete the Rediscover LCCC application form.

You will be notified through your student email address if you are selected to participate. Students must apply for admission in an approved Rediscover LCCC program and file a 2020/2021 FAFSA before their Rediscover LCCC Scholarship application will be considered.

What are the eligibility requirements?

To receive the Rediscover LCCC scholarship, applicants must:

Be at least 25 years old,
Be a current Wyoming resident who has lived in the state for the past three years,
Not have previously earned an associate, bachelor or graduate degree,
Have previously attended LCCC, but are not a current student,
File the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) each year,
Attend LCCC at least part-time with 9 or more credits per semester, and
Enroll in one of the eligible programs.

Only 35 scholarships are available per academic year beginning in the fall of 2020.

What do I have to do to keep the scholarship?

To keep the Rediscover LCCC scholarship, you must stay enrolled in 9 credits each fall and spring semester at LCCC in an eligible Rediscover LCCC program, successfully complete at least 18 credits and maintain a GPA of 2.5 or higher at the end of each academic year, meet with your assigned advisor regularly, and participate in career development activities.

The Rediscover LCCC scholarship provides funding for up to three academic years.

Are students also able to get other forms of financial aid in addition to the Rediscover LCCC scholarship?

Yes; students must file a FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) as part of their application for the Rediscover LCCC scholarship. As a result of filing a FAFSA, students may also be awarded other federal or institutional aid, and can accept those awards in addition to the Rediscover LCCC Scholarship.

The scholarship covers 9 credits of tuition and mandatory fees for fall and spring semesters. Mandatory fees are student fees assessed to all students. Specific course and program fees may also be required but will not be covered by the scholarship. Students may be eligible for other financial aid to cover these costs. Visit the Financial Aid & Scholarships website for more information.

I need help filing my application and FAFSA. Who do I contact for help?

You can find answers to commonly asked FAFSA questions and get assistance on the StudentAid.gov website. You may also contact the LCCC Student Hub for questions or assistance. Student Hub staff are currently working remotely and unable to assist in-person, but may be able to provide help via phone, email, or live chat. Visit lccc.wy.edu/chat[BROKEN LINK] for contact information and options.

Are there any income requirements or caps that students must meet to quality?

There are no income requirements or caps for the Rediscover LCCC scholarship. The scholarship is only available for up to three academic years and is not designed to provide funding for additional terms.

What is the maximum amount of the scholarship that I can receive in an academic year?

The Rediscover LCCC scholarship will be $2,660 for an academic year, per student. This represents 9 credits of tuition and mandatory fees per semester. The academic year is one fall and one spring semester. Please note that the scholarship value will be limited to 9 credits a semester even if the student chooses to enroll full-time.

The scholarship covers tuition and mandatory student fees only. Mandatory fees are student fees assessed to all students. Specific course and program fees may also be required but will not be covered by the scholarship. Students may be eligible for other financial aid to cover these costs. Visit the Financial Aid & Scholarships website for more information.

Are there continuing eligibility requirements for the scholarship?

To remain eligible for the Rediscover LCCC scholarship, you must stay enrolled in 9 credits each fall and spring semester in an eligible Rediscover LCCC program, successfully complete at least 18 credits and maintain a 2.5 GPA or higher each year at the completion of Spring Semesters 2021 and 2022, meet with your assigned advisor regularly, and participate in career development activities. The Rediscover LCCC scholarship provides funding for only three academic years.

Can students regain the scholarship if they lose eligibility due to a low GPA?

Students that do not meet the minimum GPA requirement of 2.5 at the completion of the spring semester will not be able to continue with the Rediscover LCCC program.

How long can the student receive the scholarship?

The Rediscover LCCC scholarship is available for up to three academic years, and there is no appeal process to extend the scholarship.

Will a student who completes a certificate be allowed to pursue an associate degree?

Students are allowed and encouraged to continue their education. If a student can complete both a certificate program and an associate degree in the three year time frame, they will be able to use the Rediscover LCCC scholarship. If courses are required to complete an associate degree after the three years, students will incur those expenses.

How long will the scholarship be available?

Enrollment for the pilot program was available for two years: academic years 2018-2019 and 2019-2020.

The funding has been extended for the 2020-2021 academic year.

Will exceptions be made for students who do not maintain continuous enrollment?

Students participating in Rediscover LCCC must be continually enrolled part-time (minimum of 9 credits per semester) for the duration of their program. If a student does not enroll in the subsequent semester, the scholarship will be redistributed to another student.

Will I be required to take classes in the summer to complete my program?

Not necessarily, but it may be needed in order to graduate from your program in three years. A program that requires 60 credit hours will require 20 credit hours per academic year in order to complete the program in the three year time frame. The Rediscover LCCC Scholarship will cover up to 6 credits during Summer 2021 and Summer 2022.

Does the scholarship cover the summer tuition and fees?

The Rediscover LCCC Scholarship will cover up to 6 credits of tuition and mandatory fees during Summer 2021 and Summer 2022. Summer session attendance is optional and is not required to maintain scholarship eligibility.

How do I check the status of my Rediscover LCCC application?

Students will be notified through their LCCC student email address if they are selected to participate. Students must apply for admission in an approved program and file a 2020/2021 FAFSA before their Rediscover LCCC Scholarship application will be considered.