Established in 2004 by Lawrence “Pat” Hughes and his late wife, Mary Ellen, the Hughes Tools Scholarship assists GHC Industrial Technology, Medical Assisting, and Nursing students in purchasing tools necessary for their fields of study. The Hughes believe that students learning valuable job skills need to start with quality tools that can later be utilized when entering the workforce.
Eligibility Criteria
- Be a 1st-year student in automotive, carpentry, CDL, diesel, medical assisting, nursing, or welding. 2nd-year students are eligible to apply if they did not receive a Hughes Tools Scholarship in their 1st year.
- Maintain a “C” or higher in the fall quarter; for medical assisting and nursing, a “B-” or higher is required.
- If a student enrolls in a program after the scholarship cycle has closed, they may apply for the next scholarship cycle in the following academic year if they continue to meet the criteria above.
Award Amounts
Course of Study | Maximum Scholarship Amount |
---|---|
Automotive | $1,240 |
Carpentry | $1,240 |
CDL | $300 |
Diesel | $1,240 |
Medical Assisting | $300 |
Nursing | $1,240 |
Welding | $1,240 |
If granted, the scholarship will be reported to Financial Aid, and the award amount may fluctuate depending on the availability within a student’s financial aid package.
Application Timeline
- Application Open: Third Week of October
- Application Deadline: First Monday in December – 3:00 pm
- Award Notifications: Early January (sent via email; please monitor your junk folder)
Application Steps
- Apply using your GHC email (gmail, comcast, etc., tend to send our emails to junk).
- Prepare detailed responses for the following short essay questions:
- Describe who or what inspired you to choose your course of study.
- What traits or abilities do you possess that will help you excel in your education and future career?
- What does “work ethic” mean to you, and how will you apply it in college and the workforce?
- What are your plans after completing your degree at Grays Harbor College?
Get Assistance
If you have any questions about Tool Scholarships or need assistance, please contact us at 360.538.4024 or scholarships@ghc.edu.