2026 Scholarship Application

Building Ohio’s Tech Future — Together

At Technology First, we believe that investing in students like you is investing in Ohio’s future. Our scholarship program is part of our commitment to developing a strong, innovative, and diverse tech workforce right here in our region. We’re excited to support your journey and help you take the next step toward a rewarding career in technology. Let your passion and goals shine — we’re rooting for you.

Important: Incomplete applications—including those with missing information, below-minimum GPA, or absent required documents—will not be considered.

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* 1. Applicant Information:

Name:

Current Address:

Permanent Address:

Phone number(s):

E-mail:

College / University:

Student ID#

Credit hours completed as of October 1, 2025:

Expected graduation date:

Major:

Cumulative GPA (must be 3.0 or higher):

Major GPA (must be 3.25 or higher):

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* 2. Career Objectives: Please answer each of these two questions in 150 words or less.

Why are you interested in pursuing a career in information technology?

What focus area within information technology is of most interest to you? Why?

What plans do you have (if any) for after graduation? What career opportunities have you considered in the Southwest Ohio?

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* 3. College Tuition: How have you paid for college tuition? Examples could include: family, financial aid, scholarship, employment, other.

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* 4. Work Experience: Please list up to three work experiences including IT-related internships or co-ops.

1) Dates employed:

1) Place of employment:

1) Position or title:

1) Please describe your position or duties in 150 words or less:

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* 5. Leadership/Service Experience: Please list up to three experiences that you have been in a leadership or volunteer / service role.

1) Dates:

1) Organization involved:

1) Please describe this experience in 150 words or less:

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* 6. Please attach a letter of recommendation

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* 7. Please attach a current college transcript

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* 8. The interviews will be December 3-5 from 9-1pm. Please check your top three (3) date/times.

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