Rubicon REAL (Rubicon Empowering Adult Learning) Awards are awarded to assist students with educational expenses while working. These scholarships are merit-based and primarily focused on adult learners, typically considered non-traditional, that desire to continue their education.
To be eligible, students must be admitted or in the process of applying to River Parishes Community College (RPCC) for the Spring 2019 semester and be enrolled in the AAS Process Technology program OR the AAS Instrumentation Technology program as a part-time (six hours) or full time (12 hours) student. Students must also be working at least 20 hours a week.
The deadline for submitting your REAL Award Application is November 15, 2018, for the Spring 2019 semester. Announcements will be made prior to Spring 2019 semester.
The REAL scholarships will award two (2) recipients up to $2,000 for the semester. Recipients will receive a non-refundable scholarship to RPCC that may be used for tuition, books, fees or other normal charges incurred for classes at RPCC. Rubicon REAL (Rubicon Empowering Adult Learning) Awards are awarded to assist students with educational expenses while working. These scholarships are merit-based and primarily focused on adult learners, typically considered non-traditional, that desire to continue their education
Applicants must have an established academic record (at RPCC or other community college or university) and have a cumulative grade point average of at least 2.50.
For complete rules and regulations regarding the award process, please contact the RPCC Financial Aid Office at financialaid@rpcc.edu or call direct at 225-743-8522.
