Are application fees covered?
No. Many institutions, however, will waive the application fee, if requested, based on financial hardship.
Is part-time college registration/attendance eligible for Three Rivers Promise?
Some students’ circumstances do not allow full-time attendance. Students must submit an appeal in order to be considered for part-time eligibility.
Can the scholarship be used at for-profit schools, training programs, or vocational schools?
All certificate or degree programs in the trades at state-supported community colleges are qualified and eligible. Private apprentice programs and for-profit programs may not be eligible; the appeals process is available to individuals.
What are considered to be mandatory fees?
Mandatory fees are those required to be paid by students attending a particular college, community college, or trade/technical school or program. Each post-secondary institution determines which of its fees are mandatory.
Is the FAFSA form (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) required?
Yes. FAFSA is required for nearly all scholarship and financial aid opportunities. If parents and students need assistance for filling out the FAFSA, there are several options offered throughout the school year. (Because tax records [...]
How long may a student have access to Three Rivers Promise funds?
The TRP scholarship program provides funds for tuition and mandatory fees for undergraduate, post-secondary education. The student is encouraged to be a full-time student, typically taking at least 12 credit hours per semester to meet the [...]
What happens if I fail to maintain a 2.0 grade point average?
If a student falls below the 2.0 in a post-secondary institution, they are considered to be on probation. They are given a chance to bring up their grades without losing the scholarship. a. If they [...]
What are the requirements to maintain the TRP scholarship after the first semester of post-secondary education?
FOR STUDENTS WHO MEET THE FOLLOWING REQUIREMENTS, the TRP scholarship can be automatically renewed: a. Remain continuously enrolled as a full-time student with a minimum of 24 credit hours per year or equivalent. b. Provide [...]
What are the deadlines for the initial application?
Each year there are four deadlines, depending on when a student plans to begin post-secondary education, usually the fall after high school graduation. To receive TRP funds for the first time, the application is due: [...]
What is the initial application process for the Three Rivers Promise?
Students are encouraged to apply as early as the fall of their senior year beginning September 1. Applications are available online and can be submitted via the TRP website. Hard copy applications are available at [...]