Kermit Grimes Scholarship

Kermit Grimes was a member of the Parkrose School Board from 1953 to 1964, and served several years as chairperson. His son Gary, a 1963 Parkrose High School graduate, taught mathematics at Mt. Hood Community College from 1970 until 2000. Gary established the Kermit Grimes Scholarship in honor of his father. This scholarship recognizes an outstanding Parkrose High graduate with a scholarship to attend MHCC.

Criteria:
Applicants must meet all of the following criteria to qualify for this scholarship.
• Must be a graduate of Parkrose High School
• Minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA

Requirements:
Once selected, the recipient must meet the following requirements in order to remain eligible for this scholarship.
• Must maintain at least part-time enrollment at MHCC (6+ credits per term) during each term the scholarship is in effect
• Must maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) as defined by the MHCC Office of Financial Aid (excluding maximum timeframe requirements). Visit https://mhcc.edu/KeepMyAid/ for more information.

Scholarship Details:
• Funds will be distributed equally between fall, winter, and spring terms
• Scholarship funds may be used for tuition and fees only; no cash will be disbursed
• This scholarship is renewable for a second year if sufficient funding is available and the recipient continues to meet the scholarship requirements.
 
Award amounts are subject to change based on availability of funds.

Award
$6,468.00
Deadline
03/31/2024