Sharar Foundation Scholarships

The Paul B. Sharar Foundation for Clinton Community College (CCC) awards more than 150 scholarships each year. We are a nonprofit charitable organization and it is through the generosity of organizations, businesses, CCC friends and staff, that we are able to help students achieve their goals. 

Want to apply for a scholarship? Please read all instructions and the application carefully. Make sure you provide all information, as incomplete applications will not be reviewed by the selection committee.

Each year the Sharar Foundation awards more than 160 scholarships. All students are encouraged to apply, learn more by contacting the foundation directly at 563-244-7041 or by emailing tclement@eicc.edu or cccresdev@eicc.edu

Have questions? Call the Foundation office at 563-244-7040. 

Application Deadlines

  • Fall: March 1
  • Spring: November 1

Am I Eligible to Apply for Sharar Foundation Scholarships?

Current and prospective students who take six or more credit hours can apply. While a minimum cumulative 2.0 GPA is required, if you don't meet that benchmark, you can explain any special circumstances in a letter to the scholarship committee.

If you are unable to take six or more credit hours and have financial need, don't give up. There may be some scholarship assistance available. 

Scholarships range from $200 to the Honor Scholarships. Eligibility criteria varies, and may be based on:

  • Financial need and/or
  • Academic excellence
  • The degree you are pursuing
  • Where you live

Scholarships

  • Presidential Scholarship for Academic Excellence
    For students that have completed 30 hours of college course work at CCC with a cumulative 4.00 GPA.
  • Clinton Community College Deans' Scholarships
    For students that has completed 30 hours of college course work at CCC with a cumulative 3.50 GPA.
  • Honor Scholarships
    For graduating seniors in the top 10 percent of their class and enrolled full-time in a degree program. Renewable if a 3.50 GPA is maintained.

For high school seniors graduating in upper half of class, participating in one or more student activities in high school, with letters of reference from teachers, counselors, or other school personnel. One scholarship is available to each of the following area high schools:

  • Bellevue High School
  • Calamus-Wheatland High School
  • Camanche High School
  • Central Community High School, DeWitt
  • Clinton High School
  • Easton Valley High School
  • Erie High School
  • Fulton High School
  • Maquoketa High School
  • Marquette High School
  • Morrison High School
  • Northeast High School
  • Prince of Peace High School
  • Prophetstown High School
  • West Carroll High School
  • Unity Christian High School

  • 3M Scholarships
    No specific guidelines
  • Ramo Abanilla Memorial Scholarship
    For a student of ethnic heritage residing in Clinton enrolled in the Humanities program demonstrating academic achievement and financial need.
  • Abstract & Title Guaranty Company Scholarship
    No specific guidelines
  • Agatha Auxiliary Nursing Scholarship
    For a student in the Nursing program and showing academic promise. Preference will be given to those who are planning to stay in the community.
  • Ena Raaymakers Ballinger Memorial Scholarship
    Awarded to a caring and compassionate student enrolled in a health care program who is goal oriented and committed to completing their education, and demonstrates academic promise and financial need.
  • Ivan Barber Endowed Scholarship
    For a full-time freshman from the DeWitt area. Financial need and academic promise are considered. Renewable with a 3.25 GPA and new application.
  • John & Mary Blong Achievement Award
    Awarded to an Iowa HiSET graduate with financial need.
  • John & Martha Bonte Scholarship
    For a non-traditional student majoring in a Science, Humanities, or Social Sciences program with a goal of transfer for a BA or BS degree upon completion of the Associates Degree, demonstrating a commitment to their education as evidenced by a 3.5 GPA after completing at least 12 credit hours of 100 level classes or above.
  • Howard Borup Community Service Award
    For a student demonstrating involvement in community or school activities and academic promise. Renewable with a 3.25 GPA and new application.
  • B-rrry Scurry Scholarships
    For recent high school graduates (within 3 years of graduating from high school) that participated in track, cross country or other high school athletics. Academic promise and financial need are considered.
  • Jeff Parker Memorial B-rrry Scurry Scholarship
    Preference given to a student in need, who will benefit from the financial assistance as they continue their education. 
  • Jim Thyne Memorial B-rrry Scurry Scholarship
    In memory of one of the founders of the CCC B-rrry Scurry. For a student who is engaged in the community.
  • James & Juanita Byrns Scholarships
    For students demonstrating financial need. Preference will be given to non-traditional students enrolled in a Business, Engineering, Science, Drafting, Electronics, Computer or Office Technology program.
  • Camanche Bowlers Association Scholarship
    For a student associated with the Camanche Bowling Association. Student must be full time, demonstrate financial need and academic promise.
  • Larry Carpenter Memorial Scholarship
    For a sophomore student enrolled in a Career & Technical program such as Engineering Technology with academic achievement of 3.0 GPA or above, who demonstrates the same commitment and loyalty to family, friends, work and life as Larry Carpenter.
  • Arthur & Theresa Christoffersen - Arts & Science Scholarship
    For a student residing in the Delwood School District; second consideration for Maquoketa High School graduates; third, resident in Clinton or Jackson County. Must demonstrate academic promise and financial need.
  • Arthur & Theresa Christoffersen - Career & Technical Scholarship
    For a student residing in the Delwood School District; second consideration for Maquoketa High School graduates; third, resident in Clinton or Jackson County. Must demonstrate academic promise and financial need.
  • Arthur & Theresa Christoffersen - Frances Beck Memorial Scholarship
    Awarded to a displaced homemaker.
  • CHS Class of 1971
    Awarded to Clinton High School graduates attending Clinton Community College studying Nursing or other Career & Technical Education program, demonstrating financial need and academic promise.
  • Clinton Area Vietnam Veterans Association Scholarships
    For a Vietnam veteran or the descendant of a Vietnam veteran (including adoptive children), demonstrating academic promise and financial need. Renewable for second year with new application.
  • Clinton Art Association Scholarship
    For an Art major. Based on portfolio evidence of consistent excellence in graphic arts field. Must be a full-time student. Financial need is a consideration. Applicants should have at least one letter of reference from a qualified art instructor or high school art teacher. Student will be required to bring a portfolio of their work for review.
  • Clinton Building Trades Scholarship
    Preference is given to a student who is enrolled in the Clinton Community College Building Trades program.
  • Clinton Community College 75thAnniversary Scholarship
    Awarded to a Clinton Community College student who is committed to their education.
  • CCC Alumni Association Endowed Scholarship
    For a non-traditional student. Financial need and academic promise considered.
  • CCC Alumni Association – Connie Seifert Memorial Scholarship
    Awarded to a student who demonstrates academic achievement.
  • CCC Alumni Association Member Scholarship
    For the son, daughter, or spouse of Clinton Community College Alumni Association member. (Must be a paid member for at least 2 years.) Student must be enrolled 6 or more hours and demonstrate academic promise.
  • CCC Alumni Association Recognition Scholarship
    For a HiSET graduate. Must demonstrate financial need, academic promise and commitment to complete program.
  • CCC Staff/Faculty Scholarship
    For a senior graduating with a GPA of 3.5, ACT of 25 or higher, or in the top 10% of class. HiSET recipients with composite score of 60 or better are also considered.
  • CCC Student Senate Scholarships
    For Student Senate participants showing a commitment to Clinton Community College.
  • CCC Support Staff Scholarship
    Awarded to a student in the Administrative & Office Support program.
  • Clinton County Development Association
    For graduating seniors from Clinton County High Schools.
  • Clinton County Whitetails Scholarships
    To students studying in an Environmental Science program.
  • Clinton Jaycees Scholarship
    For a graduating senior from a Clinton area high school. Must demonstrate financial need.
  • Clinton Kiwanis Club Scholarship
    For a Clinton resident or resident in the Clinton Kiwanis service area. Must be a full-time student demonstrating academic promise and financial need.
  • Clinton Kiwanis Club HiSET Scholarship
    For a Clinton resident or resident in the Clinton Kiwanis service area. Must be a full-time student demonstrating academic promise and financial need.
  • Clinton Rotary Club Scholarship
    Awarded to a high-achieving high school graduate from the Clinton area.
  • Paul & Ruby Coffey Memorial Nursing Scholarship
    Awarded to a student enrolled in the CCC Nursing program, residing in Whiteside County, Illinois, and having attended a public school, demonstrating a commitment to completing their education.
  • Criminal Justice Scholarship
    Awarded to a student studying Criminal Justice.
  • J.T. Cullen Company Scholarship
    Awarded to an employee or dependent of J.T. Cullen Company.
  • Paul Davis Memorial Scholarship
    For a student demonstrating a commitment to their education and to the community through hard work and active volunteerism.
  • Gladys Dege Memorial Nursing Scholarships
    For a student enrolled in the Nursing program. Financial need is considered.
  • DeWitt Area Scholarship
    For a student from the DeWitt area. Financial need, academic promise and community service are considered.
  • Wilbur Dosland Scholarships
    For a student living in the Calamus, Lost Nation, Oxford Junction or Wheatland area. Financial need and academic promise are considered.
  • James & Pauline Durgin Foundation Honor Scholarships (3)
    Awarded to active members of Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society.
  • Sheila Eickert Memorial Nursing Scholarship
    For a student enrolled in the Nursing program.
  • John Eisenhauer Memorial Scholarship
    Awarded to students studying science or business, that are committed to community service as was John.
  • Gene Empson Memorial Scholarship
    No specific guidelines
  • ENDEAVOR Scholarship
    Awarded to an ESL or 1st generation college student.
  • Roger & Marian Evers Nursing Scholarship
    For a Clinton High School graduate enrolled in the Nursing program demonstrating financial need and academic promise.
  • John W. Fagerland Memorial Scholarship
    Awarded to a HiSET graduate demonstrating active community service.
  • Fred Friedman Memorial Scholarship
    Awarded to a student studying Business, active in community service.
  • Betty Miller Gebhardt Scholarship
    Preference given to a Maquoketa High School graduate, or Jackson County High School graduate, attending Clinton Community College demonstrating academic promise.
  • Tom Gibbons STEM Scholarship
    For a student demonstrating an aptitude in math and plan to transfer into a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) program.
  • The Giving Circle – Nursing Scholarship
    Awarded to a student demonstrating academic achievement that has been accepted and enrolled in the CCC Nursing program.
  • Charles & Jerre Goodell Scholarship
    For a student in the Drafting or Electronics program. Financial need and academic promise are considered. Renewable with a 3.00 GPA and new application.
  • Patricia M. Gorman Scholarship
    No specific guidelines
  • Patricia M. Gorman Science/Nursing Scholarship
    For a student studying Science or Nursing showing academic promise.
  • Gosnell Scholarship
    Awarded to Clinton Community College students who are graduates of the HiSET program. 
  • Grand Slam Scholarship
    For a AOS student demonstrating academic promise and earning a 3.0 GPA.
  • Krista L. Grant Memorial Scholarship
    For a non-traditional student from Jackson County demonstrating academic promise.
  • Harry D. Katherine Grayes Scholarship
    For a Clinton High School graduate. Financial need and academic promise are considered.
  • Debbie Sansom Haas Memorial Nursing Scholarship
    Awarded to a Nursing student.
  • Laureen & Thomas J. Hanifan, Sr. Endowed Scholarship
    For a non-traditional Clinton area student pursuing a career in Education.
  • Margo A. Hansen Scholarship
    Awarded to student enrolled in a CTE program, funded to honor Margo’s parents David & Irma Peitscher who raised six children on their dairy farm in Scott County, Iowa.
  • Thomas Hanson Scholarships
    Awarded to students committed to their education.
  • Thomas Hanson HiSET Scholarships
    Awarded to HiSET graduates committed to their education.
  • Happy Joe's Pizza Scholarship
    For a present/past Happy Joe’s employee or dependent. Applicant must be enrolled as a Business major and maintain a 2.0 or higher grade point average.
  • Marguerite N. & Jay D. Henry Nursing Scholarship
    For a student enrolled in the Nursing program.
  • Pam & Roger Hill Nursing Scholarship
    For a student enrolled in the Nursing program.
  • Louis J. Emma E. Holm Memorial Scholarships
    For non-traditional students living in Clinton County.
  • William D. & Shirley J. Homrighausen Scholarship
    For a graduate of Central Community High School, DeWitt, demonstrating academic promise and financial need.
  • William D. & Shirley J. Homrighausen CTE Scholarship
    For a student enrolled in a CTE program demonstrating academic promise and financial need.
  • William D. & Shirley J. Homrighausen Humanities Scholarship
    For a student enrolled in CCC Humanities courses demonstrating academic promise and financial need.
  • William D. & Shirley J. Homrighausen Nursing Scholarship
    For a student enrolled in the Nursing program demonstrating academic promise and financial need.
  • Sandra Hove Memorial Humanitarian Scholarship
    Awarded to a Nursing student with a commitment to community service.
  • Independent Order of Odd Fellows (IOOF) America Lodge #567 Scholarship
    Awarded to students with academic promise, active in community service and demonstrating a commitment to completing their education.
  • Iowa American Legion Foundation Scholarship
    Awarded to Veteran students as they continued their education toward employment.
  • Craig Jensen Memorial Scholarship
    Awarded to a student enrolled in the CCC Engineering Technology Program.
  • Dick Kissack Memorial Scholarship
    Awarded to a student studying science and demonstrating a commitment to the community.
  • Pamela J. Lafollette Memorial Scholarship for Nursing
    For a freshman enrolled in the Nursing program, demonstrating academic promise and financial need. Preference will be given to a single parent.
  • Eino & Adeline Lahti Memorial Scholarship
    Awarded to concurrently enrolled students who demonstrate the intent to complete a degree at Clinton Community College taking coursework on campus. Scholarship is renewed, pending a 3.0 cumulative GPA.
  • Bernard Lehman Scholarship
    Awarded to concurrently enrolled students who demonstrate the intent to complete a degree at Clinton Community College taking coursework on campus. Scholarship is renewed, pending a 3.0 cumulative GPA.
  • Cliff & Joanna Lund/Healthy Exchanges Scholarship
    For a graduating senior from DeWitt Central High School, planning to continue to earn a four-year degree and maintaining a 3.0 grade point average.
  • Maquoketa Area Scholarships
    For students from the Maquoketa area, demonstrating financial need, academic promise and community service. One scholarship is reserved for a graduating Maquoketa High School senior.
  • John & Judy Marhoul Endowed Scholarships
    For Clinton High School graduates enrolled in a two-year Career Technical program. Financial need and academic promise are considered.
  • Alan Marshall Memorial Scholarship
    For a full-time graduating senior from Clinton, Camanche, or Prince of Peace High School, demonstrating financial need and academic promise.
  • Joe McClimon and Family Endowed Scholarship
    For a graduating senior from Clinton or Prince of Peace High School. Must be full-time, demonstrating financial need and academic promise.
  • Metallica Scholars Initiative Scholarships
    Funded through Metallica’s All Within My Hands Foundation, these scholarships are awarded to students enrolled in the Clinton Community College Engineering Technology Program.
  • Bette Oakley Memorial Scholarship
    For students who share Bette’s spirit, to assist in realizing their own personal, civic and professional potential.
  • Mildred Paaske Memorial Scholarship
    No specific guidelines
  • Ruthann Papke Nursing Scholarship
    Awarded to a Nursing student committed to their education.
  • A.E. Pearson Foundation Scholarship
    No specific guidelines
  • David LeRoy Peitscher Memorial Scholarship
    Awarded to a student who demonstrates academic promise and is committed to completing their degree in a Career & Technical Education field.
  • Wesley Mart Reese Memorial Nursing Scholarship
    For a student enrolled in the CCC Nursing program.
  • Stanley Reeg Scholarship
    For non-traditional students who are committed to success in their career and life.
  • Bill Roberts Memorial Scholarship
    For students enrolled in the CCC Sociology program.
  • Lucille & Sam Ruma Memorial Scholarship
    Awarded to a non-traditional student demonstrating academic promise and commitment to education.
  • Pacia Sauer Memorial Scholarship
    Awarded to a non-traditional student who shows commitment to their education.
  • Daniel Schimerowski Memorial Scholarship
    Awarded to a student enrolled in the Emergency Management Technician program or the sciences, committed to serving others in the same way as Dan.
  • Leo J. and Mary A. Schrody Memorial Scholarship
    For a student pursuing education.
  • Dawn Sear Memorial Nursing Scholarship
    For a student enrolled in either the ADN or LPN Nursing program showing financial need and academic promise.
  • Joshua Serpliss Memorial Scholarship
    Awarded to a HiSET graduate demonstrating academic promise and financial need.
  • David Shaff Memorial Scholarship
    For a student active in community service.
  • Roger & Marian Shaff Memorial Scholarship
    No specific guidelines.
  • Dorothy E. Sharar Memorial Endowed Scholarship
    No specific guidelines
  • Sharar Foundation Board Scholarship
    No specific guidelines
  • Paul B. Sharar Foundation Opportunity Grant
    Awarded to students who have exhausted all financial aid options.
  • Terry L. Smith Memorial Nursing Scholarship
    Awarded to a Nursing student who demonstrates academic promise and financial need.
  • Wilma M. Starkey Memorial Scholarship
    For a CCC student enrolled in the Nursing program, this scholarship is created for Nursing students who are committed to a career in nursing as was Wilma Starkey.
  • STEM Scholarship
    For a student enrolled in a CCC STEM program demonstrating a commitment to completion of their degree and financial need.
  • Helen Stoddard Endowed Scholarships
    For a student pursuing a career in Education.
  • Ahmed A. Taha Family Memorial /Medical Associates Scholarship
    For a student entering a medical or nursing field and demonstrating academic promise.
  • Tallman Lewis VFW Post 9664 Scholarship
    For students attending Iowa Boys State.
  • TELECOM USA Endowed Scholarship
    No specific guidelines
  • Diane K. Tiesman Memorial Scholarship
    Preference for a CCC student studying nursing.
  • Loren Trimble Scholarship
    Awarded to a Clinton Community College student committed to their education.
  • Alan R. & Myrna Petersen Tubbs CTE Scholarship
    For a non-traditional CCC student enrolled in a program to learn a trade or skill that would lead to immediate employment.
  • Alan R. & Myrna Petersen Tubbs Multicultural Scholarship
    For a multicultural Clinton Community College student in a traditionally underrepresented ethnic and racial group.
  • Edward L. Tubbs Memorial Scholarship
    For a non-traditional student from Jackson or Western Clinton County.
  • Ellis Vetter Memorial Scholarship
    For a sophomore having a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher, demonstrating financial need, and from a rural area. Preference given to dependents of farmers.
  • Carl Warren Family Scholarship
    Awarded to a Clinton Community College student who is who is committed to their education.
  • Myron Weil Scholarship
    For a student enrolled in the two-year degree Administrative Office Professional program, showing commitment to a secretarial career, and demonstrating academic promise. Financial need is considered. Renewable with a 2.50 GPA and new application.
  • Jack C. Whipple Accounting Scholarships
    For a full-time freshman enrolled in the Accounting program with a GPA of 3.00 or HiSET composite score of at least 60. Renewable for sophomore year with a GPA of 3.0, full-time status, and new application.
  • Winkel, Parker & Foster, CPA PC Scholarship
    Awarded to a student showing academic achievement in Accounting.
  • Jim & Mary Winn Education Scholarship
    Awarded to a CCC student enrolled in Education with an emphasis in music, and active in sharing their musical talents in the community.
  • Jim & Mary Woll Career & Technical Program Scholarship
    Awarded to a student enrolled in a CCC CTE program, committed to completing their education
  • Marjorie Wood Memorial Art Scholarship
    Awarded to an art, art education or graphic design student and can be used not only for tuition and fees, but also art supplies. Academic and artistic promise is a must.
  • LaMetta K. Wynn Memorial Nursing Scholarship
    Preference given to second-year Clinton Community College Nursing students who have demonstrated a commitment to completing their nursing degree and are engaged in community service. Financial need is a criteria for one of the scholarship recipients.

Many community organizations award scholarships. Contact your high school counselor for assistance. Be sure to check religious organizations, civic groups and/or any other clubs you or your family may be involved in.