Granted by funds endowed to Columbia College, the Brigadier General Charles E. McGee Scholarship was established in 2010 to honor Brigadier General McGee ’78 USAF (retired). McGee was a Tuskegee Airman, a select group of black World War II fighter pilots who shattered stereotypes.
The scholarship recognizes the efforts of a veteran student who embodies the spirit and courage of Brigadier General McGee.
Eligibility
Any undergraduate or graduate Columbia College student classified as a veteran (no longer serving and honorably discharged) may apply. Applicants must be degree-seeking with a minimum of 2.5 GPA attending campus or a Columbia College venue. Dependents of veterans may also apply.
To be eligible, completed applications must be received by February 28.
Application & Deadline
The student must complete the application and the recommendation form. Applications must be received no later than 5 p.m. CST, February 28. Recipients will be notified of the selection committee's decision by way of letter in April.
Criteria
Applicants must submit:
- A fully completed and signed application form
- Copy of DD214 (veteran copy) with honorable discharge status
- An essay of up to 500 words written by the student. The essay should describe the student's personal circumstances and how education will make a difference in his/her life.
- Two references as outlined in Section III of the application form
Submission
Mail completed application packet (application, forms, essay and recommendations) to:
The Brig. Gen. Charles E. McGee Scholarship Committee
Ousley Family Veterans Center, MOH 226
Columbia College
1001 Rogers St.
Columbia, MO 65216