Shelton State Community College Offering Scholarships for Students Pursuing Careers in Nontraditional Career Fields

January 21, 2022 – Shelton State Community College is offering new scholarships for students pursuing careers in fields considered gender nontraditional.  Applications will be accepted through March 31.

Applicants must complete the Perkins Scholarship application, the College’s admission application (if not already admitted or enrolled) and must plan to enroll in a gender nontraditional program of study.

The term “gender nontraditional” refers to occupations or areas of work, including careers in computer science, technology, and other emerging high skill occupations in which individuals from one gender comprise less than 25 percent of the individuals employed in that occupation or field. Female nontraditional careers are occupations in which less than 25 percent of individuals employed are female.  Male nontraditional careers are occupations in which less than 25 percent of the individuals employed are male.

Many current and former Shelton State Community College students have found enrolling in a nontraditional gender program to be a rewarding and life-changing experience.  To hear from several of these students, as well as College administrators, visit Shelton Statements – Gender Nontraditional.

The scholarship eligible programs of study are viewable by gender on the Shelton State Perkins Scholarship application.  To view the gender nontraditional scholarship eligible programs and to apply for the scholarship, visit Shelton State Perkins Scholarship or sheltonstate.edu.

A vital member of the Alabama Community College System, Shelton State Community College is committed to creating new opportunities for West Alabama.  “With a renewed focus on meeting the needs of its customers, the College offers innovative solutions and an enhanced approach to customized education, training, and community impact,” states President Brad Newman.  “Collectively, we will be excellent in each!”

Be part of the new vision for our shared community.  Visit sheltonstate.edu to learn more or apply.