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Paul & Sarah Goodman Scholarship Fund
Supports students pursuing programs at Orange Technical College. Eligible applicants can be graduating seniors from an Orange County Public Schools high school with a 2.5+ GPA, current OTC students, or adult learners enrolling in an OTC program.
Overview
The Paul & Sarah Goodman Scholarship Fund supports students pursuing programs at Orange Technical College. The fund was established in 2000 with proceeds from the estate of Paul and Sarah Goodman. Both were educators, and their intent was to support students interested in vocational trades.
Eligibility
Eligible applicants can be graduating seniors from an Orange County Public Schools high school with a 2.5+ GPA, current OTC students, or adult learners enrolling in an OTC program. Financial need is required, with preference for high school students already dual-enrolled at OTC. Awards can cover education expenses and may include wraparound support; value depends on the program and could reach $7,000. Students must first be nominated by a school faculty or staff member; interested students should see their guidance counselor for more information on how to apply.
Award information
Awards may be valued at up to $7,000, depending on the program. Funding may cover application fees, tuition, miscellaneous fees, books, testing, parking, licensure, and insurance. The scholarship may also provide emergency support for expenses such as medical care, transportation, rent, utilities, and childcare.
How to apply
Students must first be nominated for this scholarship. Once nominated, proceed to the instructions below:
- Click the Apply Now button above to go to MyScholarship.
- Click Create New Account and follow the instructions.
- Once logged in, type "GOODP" in the Access Code box and click Enter Code.
- Review the information on the Application page, then click Apply.
- Complete all required fields and click Submit Application.