McCarthy Bridge Grant

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McCarthy Bridge Grant applications for Spring 2024 WILL OPEN on Wednesday, March 13th, 2024.

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Frequently Asked Questions:

1. How do I know if I’m eligible for the McCarthy Bridge Grant?
   • You are eligible if...
     • At the time of your grant application, you are currently enrolled and taking classes as a College & Career Pathways (CCP) student at RTC.
     • Have completed at least two quarters of CCP courses, OR a high school credential this quarter (diploma or GED).
     • Have identified a Career Training Program to transition into.
     • You will be entering your select program at its next entry point.
2. If awarded, when can I use the funds?
   • Once awarded, you have 4 consecutive quarters to utilize the funds for tuition, fees, and required books, tools or equipment.
3. Can I be awarded multiple McCarthy Bridge Grants?
   • No. The McCarthy Bridge Grant is a one-time, $6,000 grant for College & Career Pathways students who plan to continue their college degree or certification training at RTC.
4. How do I apply?
   • The application is completed online through the RTC Foundation website. Click on the “Apply Now” button to setup a password-protected account. Once your account is setup, you will have access to the grant application questions. The application asks that you have a recommendation from one of your CCP instructors.
5. When is the McCarthy Bridge Grant application available?
   • Grants are awarded on a first-come, first served basis to eligible CCP students, and Grant applications open for a set timeframe Fall, Winter, and Spring quarters. You need to apply the quarter before you plan to start your college degree or certification program.
6. For the 2023-2024 academic year, here are the Grant application OPEN dates:
   • Oct. 31st - applications open for Winter 2024
   • March 13th - applications open for Spring 2024 
   • June 4th - applications open for Summer/Fall 2024
7. How do I request a recommendation from my instructor?
   • The request email is embedded in the grant application. Just fill out the name and email of your instructor and click “send request.” Your instructor will receive an email with a link to the recommendation which is in a survey format. You will see the word “completed” once your instructor completes their recommendation and uploads it to your application.
8. Do I have to take certain CCP courses to qualify for the McCarthy Bridge Grant?
   • No. All high school diploma, GED, English learning, College Preparation courses including the Bridge to Composition, and the Bridge to Healthcare, IT, and Automotive programs are included. You just need to have completed at least two quarters of CCP classes or a high school credential.
9. How do I know if I’ve received the McCarthy Bridge Grant?
   • Once you submit a completed grant application, we will review and notify you via the email address you provide in your application.
10. I’ve completed one quarter of CCP courses but am ready to start my college program. Are there tuition funds available for me?
    • Yes. You can apply for the general RTC Foundation Scholarships. Click on “Scholarships” in the navigation bar to learn more.