David & Lee Scott Memorial Scholarship

Geographic Scope: Pima Community College (Tucson, Arizona)

Background: This scholarship was established as a tribute to David Scott, a Phi Theta Kappa graduate from Pima Community College (1979) who was a paraplegic from birth. David died in 1981 as a senior at the University of Arizona. In 2013, the scholarship was extended to honor Lee Scott, a founding faculty member and Faculty Emeritus of Pima Community College who was a staunch supporter of student success and inclusion.

Purpose: To empower students searching for financial support to further their educational goals and honor the legacy of David and Lee Scott.

Eligibility:

• PCC students enrolled full-time or part-time in any field of study
• Must demonstrate financial need
• Student applicants with special needs will be given priority consideration

Award Use:

• Monies may be used for educational expenses planned or incurred at Pima Community College

Contact Information:

• Pima Foundation
• 4905C E. Broadway Blvd, Suite 246, Tucson, AZ 85709
• Phone: 520.206.4646
• Email: info@pimafoundation.org

Application Process

1. Students should go to MyPima and access the Scholarship Universe portal
2. Complete the application directly in the portal
3. Submit application through Scholarship Universe

Note: For information on establishing a scholarship or endowment similar to this one, contact the Pima Foundation Team.