Welcome to Sinclair’s scholarship landing page -- your one-stop shop for scholarships! Below are frequent questions about scholarships. Email scholarships@sinclair.edu with your own!
What is a scholarship? Free money!
When are scholarships open? Scholarships on this page (below) come from various sources or sponsors which each have their own separate deadlines. Be sure to turn in all application info by the posted dates! General Applications for Sinclair scholarships are open 3 times a year by clicking the “Apply Online to Scholarships” button above:
What do I have to do? Sinclair scholarships ask for an essay about your education and career goals. We recommend (not require) you file a FAFSA at www.studentaid.gov as well. Be sure to read all instructions before completing any applications!
How do I find more scholarships? Scroll down this page for info about other featured scholarships. For instance, our “External Scholarship Resources” link has a list year-round of dozens of scholarships from outside organizations!
What if I need help with a scholarship essay? Email your essay draft to writinglab@sinclair.edu and the Sinclair Writing Lab will return your essay with comments within two business days. Or meet with a writing tutor via:
Contact scholarships@sinclair.edu for any scholarship questions.
Until August 2025, we’ll be accepting applications for an exciting new scholarship for students pursuing a major in a strategic, in-demand job field! This In-Demand Jobs Scholarship covers tuition and fees after Pell Grant/other scholarships for each semester of your program until you graduate. Students must register in at least 6 credit hours per semester to qualify. Also, be sure to file your 2025-26 FAFSA here at studentaid.gov. Funds are for students beginning a qualified Education or STEMM (Science, Technology, Mathematics, Manufacturing, Medical) in FALL 2025 SEMESTER.
Click here for Frequently Asked Questions about the scholarship
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For 2026 high school grads and beyond: Sinclair College CCP participants with at least 24 college credit hours* and a minimum Sinclair GPA of 2.5 as of January 15 of high school graduation year can apply for the CCP THREE to Finish Scholarship, a $1,000 per semester scholarship which is awarded each time students register in 6 or more credit hours per term. It is awarded for a total of three (3) semesters.
*CCP, AP, and/or Tech Prep – must be on Sinclair transcript by June 1st.
Students must apply to be considered for the CCP THREE to Finish Scholarship. Apply early! Applications open January 15th, 2026 and students are selected on a rolling basis until funds are exhausted.
Click HERE for a Frequently Asked Questions sheet with more scholarship details. Email scholarships@sinclair.edu from your my.Sinclair inbox for questions specific to your situation.
For 2022 to 2025 high school grads: The College Credit Plus Free to Finish Scholarship is automatically awarded (no application) for Sinclair College CCP participants who complete at least 24 college credit hours while in CCP with a minimum Sinclair GPA of 2.5 by high school graduation. All credit hours must be posted to students’ Sinclair College transcript by June 1st after high school graduation. Scholarship is for Fall and Spring only (no Summers) and covers tuition and course fees after Pell Grant and any other scholarships. Click HERE for a Frequently Asked Questions sheet with more information about the scholarship. NOTE: This information is meant to be a general guide for students and staff. Email scholarships@sinclair.edu from your my.Sinclair email inbox for questions specific to your student account.
Sinclair College participates in the Choose Ohio First Scholarship program as part of the State of Ohio’s strategic effort to support undergraduate students in earning a certificate or associate degree in one of our many innovative academic programs. This partnership works to support Ohio's position in world markets such as aerospace, medicine, computer technology, and alternative energy. Funds are for students beginning their first term in a qualified STEMM (Science, Technology, Mathematics, Manufacturing, and Health Sciences), Computer Science/IT (Information Technology), or other Work-Based Learning field. This includes College Credit Plus (CCP) and Tech Prep students who completed credits while in high school.
Contact StateGrantsScholar@sinclair.edu for any Choose Ohio First Scholarship questions.
High School Merit Scholarships ranging from $2,000 - $3,000 per year are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis for high school seniors who plan to enroll at Sinclair as full-time students. Applications must include an electronic copy of the student’s unofficial high school transcript (minimum 3.0 GPA) and a letter of recommendation. Applications for current high school seniors (Class of 2025) are now closed. Applications will open again December 1, 2025 for rising high school seniors graduating in 2026.
Sinclair's Institutional Scholarships are available to high school graduates and new, current, and returning students and range from $600 - to $1,800 for an academic year.
This scholarship is worth $1,000/year ($500 per fall/spring semester) and is for students who have Subsidized Loan eligibility (financial need based on the FAFSA), but are not eligible for the Pell Grant. Students are automatically considered for this award when their financial aid file is complete provided funds are available. Students must enroll half-time or more to be eligible.
The Sinclair Community College Foundation is a 501(c)(3) tax exempt organization established in 1969 to provide funding for student and college needs not otherwise covered by other forms of financial aid. To view Foundation scholarships, visit the Sinclair Online Scholarship Application System.
External scholarships are awarded by agencies, clubs and organizations outside of Sinclair. These agencies send application information to the Financial Aid & Scholarships Office to encourage Sinclair students to apply. Students selected for an external scholarships should have their award checks marked to Sinclair's Bursar Office (Building 10, Room 016) on the Dayton campus. For more information, visit the External Scholarship Resources page.
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