The Chancellor is pleased to announce a fellowship program for community college and System Office classified staff. Each year up to two classified staff employees will be named as Chancellor’s Fellows to pursue degree studies that will enhance their ability to contribute to the community college mission.

The Chancellor’s Fellowship includes the following:

•  Financial support for tuition and mandatory fees

• Up to one-academic year leave of absence with one-half pay

• Continuation of insurance, retirement, the State’s portion of health insurance and seniority.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Be employed 3 consecutive years in a full-time state-funded classified position at a community college or the System Office

• Be enrolled in a degree program from a Virginia state-supported institution of higher education

• Be recommended by the president, or Chancellor in the case of a System Office candidate

Application Process:

• Submit a completed application form

• Include 3 letters of endorsement

• Submit verification of acceptance in a degree program

Submit transcripts if currently enrolled in a program


APPLICATION DEADLINE: APRIL 15 OF EVERY YEAR

PLEASE CONTACT YOUR HUMAN RESOURCE SERVICES OFFICE FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

For a list of past winners, please click here.