Richard Plagge Mathematics Scholarship

This scholarship is intended for students who will take at least two courses at or beyond calculus (151, 152, 163, 220, 230, and 264) at Highline in the next academic year. Students must demonstrate strong academic competency in mathematics with an overall grade point average of at least 3.25. The amount of the Mathematics Scholarship Award is up to $1,000 for one year.

Applications

Applications are due (to the building secretary) by 3 pm, Monday, April 15, 2024, in Building 18. Financial need is a consideration.

History

In the mid-nineties, the Highline mathematics department decided to reward excellent students in mathematics through a scholarship. The money for the scholarship comes primarily from Highline College mathematics faculty and is seen as one way we can give back to our community.

Amount

Up to $1000 per academic year (amount may vary due to financial need).

Who is eligible

Highline College Students in the calculus sequence (Math 151, 152, 153) or in pre-calculus (Math 141, 142) at the time of application, who, during the academic year for which the scholarship is awarded, will take at least two classes at Highline from among Math 151, 152, 163, 220, 230, or 264. Applicants must have an overall GPA of at least 3.25.

This scholarship is targeted at students who will be taking a significant portion of the higher end of the calculus sequence during the next year, so the priority will be given to students who have completed at least Math 151 by the end of the Winter quarter in the year they apply. However, students who have distinguished themselves in Math 141 or 142 are also encouraged to apply.

Financial need may be a factor.

Application Deadline

Completed applications (hard copy) must be turned in to the Math Department secretary (building 18) by April 15, 2019, at 3 pm, for scholarship award the next academic year.

A Completed Application must include the following:

• A copy of the applicant’s current Highline College transcript (unofficial is acceptable).
• Two letters of recommendation, at least one of which is from a faculty member in the Highline
  Mathematics Department.
• A detailed plan of courses the applicant will take (indicating Math courses from the calculus sequence in particular) during the year the scholarship funds would be received by the applicant. For example, a student might write, “Next year, I intend to take general chemistry, physics, and Math 220, 230, and 254.”
• A personal statement from the applicant which details the following
  1. The applicant’s personal history in higher education.
  2. Educational goals, including academic major (applicants do not have to be mathematics majors).
  3. Why the applicant feels deserving of the scholarship.
  4. Financial need, if any.
  5. Any special status, such as Running Start student, International student, etc., that
     could affect financial need, and any other scholarships the applicant is certain of receiving
     during the next academic year.
  6. Phone number, email address, mailing address, and student ID number.

Scholarship Winners will be announced Spring quarter for the award the next academic year.

Contact Information for Questions

Questions: Khoi Nguyen
Phone: (206) 592 -3972
Email: knguyen@highline.edu