Students who enroll in an engineering technology program will have the opportunity to apply to various scholarships at their respective institutions. Funding opportunities will span both KCTCS and UK campuses and it is important to pay close attention to the deadlines listed for awards at both KCTCS and UK.
Scholarships
Scholarship Opportunities for Students Beginning at Bluegrass Community and Technical College
Work Ready Kentucky Scholarship – Covers 2 Years at KCTCs
The Work Ready Kentucky Scholarship (WRKS) helps Kentuckians who have not yet earned an associate’s degree obtain an industry-recognized certificate, diploma, or an associate of applied science degree. The WRKS program is available to college students.
Learn more about WRKS here.
BCTC General Scholarship Application – Covers 2 Years at BCTC
Complete ONE online scholarship application to be considered for all BCTC Scholarships! The BCTC Scholarship Application has two parts: the (1) KCTCS General Application and the (2) BCTC Conditional Application.
Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to be considered for a “financial need” scholarship. For the 2025-2026 BCTC Scholarship Application complete the 2025-2026 FAFSA.
Learn more about these scholarships here or contact the BCTC Financial Aid Office at BL-Scholarship@kctcs.edu for questions.
Scholarships Offered once at UK
For prospective Engineering Technology students transferring to UK, please see more information about how to apply to the Stanley and Karen Pigman College of Engineering Scholars for Transfer Students.
More information about the Transfer Student Academic Scholarships can be found here.