Presidential Scholarship at CIAT

With our Presidential Scholarship, you have the opportunity to be awarded up to $2,500 depending on the program if you meet at least one of the following eligibility criteria:

  • Educationally and economically disadvantaged persons who have been historically underrepresented at higher education institutions
  • Single parents with demonstrated financial need
  • Persons with a verified disability and financial need

Applicants must also meet all of the eligibility criteria listed below:

  • Be a U.S. citizen or eligible non-citizen

  • Submit an official high school transcript

  • Apply for federal financial aid

  • Provide income verification that meets the qualification criteria at or below the following ranges, based on your dependent status:

    • Single: $35,000 or less
    • Family (of 2): $45,000
    • Family (of 3): $50,000
    • Family (of 4): $55,000
    • Family (of 5+): $60,000

Personal Statement

Applicants must also submit a 500-word personal statement covering the following:

  • Why did you select Technology as your career?
  • How is CIAT going to help you achieve your personal and career goals?
  • Where do you see yourself in 5 years?

Supporting Documents

The following supporting documents must be submitted along with the application:

  • Most recent IRS tax transcript (verification of income)
  • Proof of U.S. Citizenship
  • Verification of disability

Eligible programs: Students enrolled in Associate of Applied Science Degrees, or Certificate programs with minimum 8 courses are eligible up to $2,500 per student based on the eligibility criteria. All other programs are eligible up to $1,250 per student.

* Income levels updated in March 2023

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