MCIS Department
The following scholarships are available to students majoring in Math or Computer Information Science.
Charlesworth, William Memorial Scholarship
Dorgan, William E. Memorial Math Scholarship
Mathematical Studies Scholarship
Watson, Stephen Memorial Scholarship in Computer Science
CHARLESWORTH, WILLIAM MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Available to:
The applicant has applied to and has been accepted for admission to Western State College and is pursuing a major in mathematics or related natural sciences. The applicant has demonstrated a need for financial assistance. The applicant has demonstrated an interest and is active in inter-collegiate athletics. Preference should be given to entering freshmen; however, all classes, freshmen through senior, are eligible. Preference should be given to applicants whose study time is limited by family obligations or the need to earn income. No preference should be given based on the sex of the applicant. Preference should be given to applicants from Delta County, Colorado, or from the Western Slope of Colorado.
Provided by:
Established with the Western State College Foundation to perpetuate the memory of William Charlesworth, a 1954 graduate of Western State College. The express purpose of the fund is to provide financial assistance to student-athletes pursuing majors in mathematics or related natural sciences.
Amount:
Award depends on funds available.
Selected by:
Chaired by the chairman of Mathematics and Computer Information Science and shall include a representative from the Athletic Department appointed by the Athletic Director. A representative from the Natural Sciences Deptartment shall be on the selection committee.
Application:
Contact the Mathematics and Computer Information Science Department or the Athletic Department for application and deadline information.
MCIS Department: (970) 943-2015 - Hurst Hall 128
Athletic Department: (970) 943-2079 - Paul Wright Gym 201
DORGAN, WILLIAM E. MEMORIAL MATH SCHOLARSHIP
Available to:
Full-time students at WSC. Must be a declared major in Mathematics. Must have a GPA of 3.0 or greater.
Provided by:
The estate and family to celebrate the memory of William E. Dorgan.
Amount:
Award depends on funds available.
Selected by:
WSC Math faculty in consultation with the Office of Admissions and Financial Aid as needed
Application:
Contact the Mathematics and Computer Information Science Department for application and deadline information. (970) 943-2015 - Hurst Hall 128
MATHEMATICAL STUDIES SCHOLARSHIP
Available to:
Students who have successfully completed a minimum of 24 credits at WSC and at least 6 credits that apply toward the major. Must be a declared major in Mathematics. Must have a GPA of 3.0 or greater in Math at WSC that apply toward the major. Must be enrolled for at least 9 credits at WSC during the semester of application. Financial need and the student's contribution to the math program will also be considered.
Provided by:
Friends of the Mathematics program.
Amount:
Varies depending upon funds available.
Selected by:
Donor Scholarship Committee.
Application:
Contact the Mathematics and Computer Information Science Department for application and deadline information. (970) 943-2015 - Hurst Hall 128
WATSON, STEPHEN MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP IN COMPUTER SCIENCE
Available to:
Students majoring in Mathematics and Computer Information Science, who have completed a minimum of 12 credit hours at Western State College 3 of which can be applied towards their major. The students must have at least a 3.0 GPA and plan on enrolling in at least 9 credits.
Provided by:
Dr. John C. Peterson
Amount:
$500
Selected by:
Math and Computer Information Science Scholarship Committee
Application:
Contact the Mathematics and Computer Information Science Department for application and deadline information. (970) 943-2015 - Hurst Hall 128
