Traditional Student Scholarships
Application Now Open for 2026-2027 Traditional Student Scholarships
Each year, LBW awards scholarships to both incoming freshmen and current students in various areas, such as academics, athletics, performing arts, and service. In addition to the scholarships directly offered by the college, funding through the Lurleen B. Wallace Community College Foundation is also available. Below, you will find a brief overview of each scholarship, the award amounts, and the eligibility criteria for selection and renewal.
Students who have applied to or are currently enrolled at LBW received an email containing their personalized scholarship application link. Using that unique link is recommended for the fastest, most accurate processing.
Important Application Disclaimer
Please note that the LBW Traditional Student Scholarship Application cannot be saved and resumed later. You must complete and submit the entire application in one session.
Before beginning, ensure you have all required documents ready to upload.
The deadline to apply for the 2026-2027 Traditional Student Scholarships is March 1, 2026.
Ambassador Scholarships
Description: Ambassadors serve as the official hosts and hostesses for LBW Community College.Minimum GPA and Enrollment Requirement: Incoming freshmen must have a minimum 90 average. All others must have a minimum 3.0 GPA to be considered.
Length and Value: Two-semester scholarship that will cover tuition and fees up to $3,500 (up to $1,750 Fall 2025 semester and up to $1,750 Spring 2026 semester), as long as the student is enrolled in and maintains a minimum of 12 credit hours each semester. Only in approved academic circumstances will scholarships be awarded to students taking less than 12 credit hours, and the scholarship award amount will be prorated. A partial scholarship may be available to take summer classes.
Continuation Policy: This scholarship is renewable for a second year for students who successfully complete 24 credit hours with a 2.5 GPA and faithfully complete all duties assigned to Ambassadors. Returning Ambassadors must complete a new Tradtional Student Scholarship Application inorder to reapply for a second year of service.
Additional Requirements: The applicant must submit a completed application form and two letters of reference. A high school senior must submit at least one of the two reference letters written by his or her high school principal or guidance counselor. The letter from the school official should indicate the student’s grade average and ACT scores. Applicants must submit an essay of no fewer than 250 words answering this question: “What are three characteristics that LBW Ambassadors should possess?” Selected applicants will be invited to participate in an interview with the selection committee.
For further information, contact:
Andalusia Campus Sponsor, Katie King at kkking@lbwcc.edu or 334.881.2236
Greenville Campus Sponsor, Peige Josey at pjosey@lbwcc.edu or 334.881.2213
MacArthur Campus Sponsor, Kelly Weeks at kweeks@lbwcc.edu or 334.493.5331
Foundation Scholarships
All students completing the LBW Traditional Student Scholarship Application will be considered for the LBWCC Foundation Scholarships.
Description: The Lurleen B. Wallace Community College Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with the mission of providing student scholarships and supporting college programs. LBWCC Foundation scholarships are available to students on all campuses.
Minimum GPA and Enrollment Requirements: Incoming freshmen must have a minimum 75 average. All others must have a minimum 2.5 GPA. This GPA must be verified by the high school transcript or college transcript.
Length and Value: One-year scholarships (in various amounts) for tuition and fees to be divided equally between fall and spring semesters.
Continuation Policy: Students must reapply each year.
Additional Requirements: Scholarship recipients will be required to write thank-you letters to foundation donors. Some LBWCC Foundation Scholarships are based on financial need. To be considered for those scholarships, students should explain any circumstances that demonstrate a special financial need for assistance with their college expenses.
For further information, contact Chrissie Duffy at cduffy@lbwcc.edu or 334.881.2390.
Honors Program Scholarships
Description: Each year, students will be accepted into LBW’s Honors Program, located on the Andalusia Campus for students pursuing an Associate in Arts or Associate in Science degree.
Minimum Score Requirements: Incoming freshmen must have a minimum 90 average to be considered. Applicants must have an ACT composite score of 22 or higher. ACT superscores are accepted, and ACT score verification must include the student's name.
Length and Value: Two-semester scholarship that will cover tuition and fees up to $5,000 (up to $2,500 fall semester and up to $2,500 spring semester) if the student is enrolled in a minimum of 13 credit hours each semester. Only in approved academic circumstances will scholarships be awarded to students taking fewer than 13 credit hours, and the scholarship award amount will be prorated.
Continuation Policy: This scholarship is renewable for a second year for students who complete 26 credit hours, including honors courses, with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.250.
Additional Requirements: The Honors Program Scholarship selection process includes two phases:
Phase One: Scholarship Application: Before the scholarship deadline, applicants must submit the LBW Traditional Student Scholarship Application, ACT score verification, current high school transcript, and two letters of recommendation. Teachers, counselors, principals, community leaders, or employers can write recommendation letters.
Phase Two: On-Campus Interview and Writing Assessment: After reviewing applications submitted in Phase One, the Honors Program Committee will select and notify students for on-campus essay and interview.
For further information regarding the Honors Program, click the Honors Program Q&A button below or contact Shannon Lightsey at slightsey@lbwcc.edu or 334.881.2255.
Honors Program Q&A
Mascot Scholarship
Description: The LBW Mascot, Blue, is the official host for LBW Community College activities and public events in the college’s service area. This position is a privilege and a scholarship and should not be taken lightly. Be prepared to incorporate Blue’s schedule into your class and work calendar for campus and community events and athletic events. Please consider this carefully before applying.
Minimum GPA and Enrollment Requirement: Incoming freshmen must have a minimum 90 average, and all others must have a minimum 2.5 GPA to be considered.
Length and Value: Two-semester scholarship that will cover tuition and fees up to $3,500 (up to $1,750 Fall 2026 semester and up to $1,750 Spring 2027 semester), as long as the student is enrolled in and maintains a minimum of 12 credit hours each semester. Only in approved academic circumstances will scholarships be awarded to students taking less than 12 credit hours, and the scholarship award amount will be prorated. A partial scholarship may be available to take summer classes.
Continuation Policy: This scholarship is renewable for a second year for students who successfully complete 24 credit hours with a 2.5 GPA and faithfully complete all duties assigned to the mascot. Returning mascots must reapply online for their second year of service.
Additional Requirements: The applicant must attend a tryout in March, which consists of a brief interview with the judging panel and a one-minute skit that can incorporate music and/or props. Applicants will be judged based on creativity, crowd appeal, appropriateness of the skit, and portrayal of the character.
For further information, contact: Andalusia Campus Sponsor, Katie King at kkking@lbwcc.edu or 334.881.2236.
Performing Arts - Art Scholarships
Description: Performing Arts – Art Scholarships are awarded to students who perform above and beyond the requirements normally expected of art students.
Minimum GPA and Enrollment Requirement: Incoming freshmen must have a minimum 75 average. All others must have a minimum 2.5 GPA. An art studio class on the Andalusia campus is required during both semesters while on this scholarship. Students must exhibit finished artwork in the annual LBW Student Art Exhibition.
Length and Value: Two-semester scholarship that will cover tuition and fees up to $3,800 (up to $1,900 Fall semester and up to $1,900 Spring semester) as long as the student is enrolled in a minimum of 12 credit hours. In approved academic circumstances, scholarships will be awarded to students taking less than 12 credit hours, and the scholarship award amount will be prorated.
Continuation Policy: For scholarships to be renewed, the student must complete 24 semester hours and maintain a cumulative grade point average of 2.5 by the end of 12 months to be considered for the second year. Scholarship recipients must also complete and submit a portfolio of artwork completed during the first year to the art instructor for review.
Additional Requirements: A Portfolio containing a minimum of six pieces and a maximum of eight pieces of art work and an official Portfolio Submission Form are required. Please click here for the Portfolio Submission Form. The portfolio should include a brief artist’s statement describing what the student plans to accomplish through his/her artwork. Portfolio submissions will be accepted March 10–12, 2026.
For further information, contact Misti Purvis at mpurvis@lbwcc.edu or 334.881.2250.
Performing Arts - Drama Scholarships
Description: Performing Arts – Drama Scholarships are awarded to students interested in drama/performing arts.
Minimum GPA and Enrollment Requirement: Incoming freshmen must have a minimum 75 average. All others must have a minimum 2.5 GPA. An acting class on the Andalusia campus is required each semester while on this scholarship. Students accepted into the drama program must participate in all drama performance activities, including hours beyond the classroom experience.
Length and Value: Two-semester scholarship that will cover tuition and fees up to $3,800 (up to $1,900 Fall semester and up to $1,900 Spring semester) as long as the student is enrolled in a minimum of 12 credit hours. In approved academic circumstances, scholarships will be awarded to students taking less than 12 credit hours, and the scholarship award amount will be prorated.
Continuation Policy: The faculty sponsor determines scholarship renewal. To be considered for the second year, the student must complete 24 semester hours and maintain a cumulative grade point average of 2.5 by the end of 12 months.
Additional Requirements: An interview must be arranged with a faculty sponsor. Interviews will be conducted from January through April 2026.
For further information, contact Cavelle Jones by email at ccjones@lbwcc.edu or by phone at 334-313-5465 to arrange your Performing Arts Drama Scholarship interview.
Performing Arts - Music Scholarships
Description: Performing Arts – Music Scholarships are awarded annually based on musical ability, integrity, and leadership to students who perform over and above those requirements normally expected for an Ensemble student. Interested students must audition on March 9, 2026 or March 10, 2026. Only in extreme circumstances will an audition be granted on another date.
Minimum GPA and Enrollment Requirement: Incoming freshmen must have a minimum 75 average. All others must have a minimum 2.5 GPA. Scholarship recipients must enroll in an Ensemble class each semester while on scholarship.
Length and Value: This is a two-semester scholarship that will cover tuition and fees up to $3,800 (up to $1,900 for the Fall semester and up to $1,900 for the Spring semester) if the student enrolls in a minimum of 12 credit hours. Only in approved academic circumstances will scholarships be awarded to students taking less than 12 credit hours, and the scholarship award amount will be prorated.
Continuation Policy: The director has the discretion to renew the scholarship. To be considered for the second year, first-year members must successfully complete 24 semester hours and have a cumulative grade point average of 2.25 by the end of the spring semester.
Additional Requirements: Vocal auditions will be held on Monday, March 9, 2026, and instrumental auditions will be held on Tuesday, March 10, 2026. Please click Ensemble Audition Requirements.
For further information, contact Johnny Brewer at jbrewer@lbwcc.edu or 334.881.2238.
Presidential Academic Scholarships
All students completing the LBW Traditional Student Application will be considered for the Presidential Academic Scholarship if they indicated their program type as Academic Transfer on the Traditional Student scholarship application.
Description: Students who have demonstrated high academic abilities.
Minimum GPA Requirement: Incoming freshmen must have a minimum 90 average. All others must have a minimum 3.5 GPA to be considered.
Length and Value: Two-semester scholarship that will cover tuition and fees up to $3,500 (up to $1,750 Fall semester and up to $1,750 Spring semester) as long as the student is enrolled in and maintains a minimum of 12 credit hours each emester. Only in approved academic circumstances will scholarships be awarded to students taking less than 12 credit hours and the scholarship award amount will be prorated.
Continuation Policy: Students must reapply each year. Second-year awards are competitive and based on successful completion of credit hours and cumulative grade point average.
For further information, contact Rosemary Spann at rspann@lbwcc.edu or 334.881.2237.
Presidential Technical Scholarships
All students completing the LBW Traditional Student Application will be considered for the Presidential Technical Scholarship if they indicated their program type to be Technical on the scholarship application.
Description: Students who plan to enroll in an LBW technical program of study.
Minimum GPA and Enrollment Requirement: Incoming freshmen must have a minimum 80 average. All others must have a minimum 2.5 GPA. To be considered, a student must also indicate a desire to enroll in a technical program.
Length and Value: Two-semester scholarship that will cover tuition and fees up to $3,500 (up to $1,750 Fall semester and up to $1,750 Spring semester) as long as the student is enrolled in and maintains a minimum of 12 credit hours each semester. In approved academic circumstances, scholarships will be awarded to students taking less than 12 credit hours, and the scholarship award amount will be prorated.
Continuation Policy: Students must reapply each year. Second-year awards are competitive and based on successful completion of credit hours and cumulative grade point average.
Additional Requirements: Students must plan to pursue a program of study in a technical-based field and must indicate this on the Scholarship Application and Admission Application. Recipients MUST enroll in one of the following Certificate or Associate in Applied Science Degree Programs:
- Automotive Mechanics
- Building Construction
- Child Development
- Diagnostic Medical Sonography
- Diesel & Heavy Equipment Mechanics
- Emergency Medical Services
- Esthetics Technology
- Forestry and Wildlife Sciences
- Industrial Electronics
- Medical Office Administration
- Nail Technology
- Nursing
- Physical Therapy Assistant
- Salon and Spa Management
- Welding
For further information, contact Rosemary Spann at rspann@lbwcc.edu or 334.881.2237.
Valedictorian and Salutatorian Scholarship
Description: Incoming freshmen who were named by their high schools as valedictorian or salutatorian for the 2026 graduating class.
Length and Value: Two-semester scholarship that will cover tuition and fees up to $4,200 (up to $2,100 Fall semester and up to $2,100 Spring semester) as long as the student is enrolled in and maintains a minimum of 12 credit hours each semester. In approved academic circumstances, scholarships will be awarded to students taking less than 12 credit hours, and the scholarship award amount will be prorated.
Continuation Policy: This scholarship is not renewable for a second year.
For further information, contact Rosemary Spann at rspann@lbwcc.edu or 334.881.2237.