NOTCH Scholarship Fund

NOTCH Scholarship Application – General Information

The Northern Tier Center for Health (NOTCH) Scholarship Fund was created to invest in the residents of Northwestern Vermont who are pursuing the next step in their education and career. Whether you are just graduating from high school, returning to school later in life, changing career paths, or building on skills you already have, this scholarship is meant to help you move forward.

Each year, NOTCH awards four scholarships of up to $2,500 each to individuals pursuing continuing education to start, advance, or strengthen their expertise in their chosen field. This program is for anyone who wants to grow, learn something new, or build a better future for themselves and their family.

Scholarship funds can be used for a wide range of education and training opportunities, including college tuition and fees, certification programs, professional licensing, and other continuing education pathways. Scholarship awards are paid directly to the recipient’s educational institution.

At NOTCH, we are proud to invest in the people who live and work here. When our neighbors gain new skills and new opportunities, our entire community becomes stronger.

Eligibility for the NOTCH scholarship includes meeting the following criteria:

✅ Must be a resident of Franklin or Grand Isle County.

Who Can Apply

This scholarship is for anyone working to further their education, including:

● High school seniors
● Adult learners returning to school
● Individuals earning certifications, credentials, or training

What It Can Be Used For

Scholarship funds may be used for:

● College tuition and fees
● Certification or workforce training programs
● Professional licensing (example: CDL)

Awards are paid directly to the educational institution.

Selection Criteria

Applications are reviewed based on:

● Academic record
● Community involvement
● Career goals

Preference is given to:

● First-generation students
● NOTCH employees or children of NOTCH employees

Important Notes

All applications received by the deadline of April 17th, 2026, will be considered. Previous awardees, NOTCH Board members, key management staff, and immediate family members are not eligible.

All information is kept confidential.

*Being a first-generation student means your parent(s) did not complete a 4-year college or university degree, regardless of other family member’s level of education.