The Natrona County Commissioners have three scholarships to award for the 2018-2019 academic year, according to a news release.

The money is awarded to the counties from the governor. The scholarships are $500 per semester.

Applicants must have a cumulative grade point average of 2.5.

The recipient may elect to attend either the University of Wyoming or a community college as a full-time student.

The scholarship is for tuition only. Students who receive scholarships must reapply each year for renewal.

Once awarded, scholarships are paid and administered through the university's Financial Aid Office.

Students interested in the scholarships should submit their applications to the commissioners by 5 p.m. Friday, April 13.

The commissioners also have one renewal scholarship to award for the 2018- 2019 academic year.

Students who are interested in the renewal scholarship should submit their applications to the commissioners by 5 p.m. Friday, May 11.

For more information, visit the university's website or call the University of Wyoming Financial Aid Office at (307) 766-2116.

Applications for the scholarships and the renewal scholarship are available at the Natrona County website.

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