The Philip E. and Carole R. Ratcliffe Foundation Entrepreneurial Studies Scholarship program was created to provide financial support to students who aspire to start a business or who own a business and seek additional knowledge. Scholarship funds may be used to pay for tuition, fees, books and required course materials for both credit and noncredit courses. There is a lifetime maximum award of $10,000. 

All students: credit, noncredit, full-time, or part-time; in any academic program of study may apply.

To apply, complete the ESI Scholarship Application Form (PDF), complete the FAFSA form and submit 2 references.  Contact ESI at 410-777-2066 with questions about this scholarship.

The Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form must also be completed for consideration.  Contact student financial services at 410-777-2330 with questions about this form.

Applications deadlines for 2008-2009 school year:

• September 10, 2008
• November 1, 2008
• December 17, 2008
• February 4, 2009
• June 1, 2009