The Franklin County Tobacco Tax Scholarship is designed to support local students pursuing higher education within the state of Alabama through Tobacco Tax revenue received by the County. This scholarship provides financial assistance to eligible undergraduate students who meet residency, enrollment, and academic requirements.
Eligibility Requirements
To qualify for the scholarship, applicants must:
- Be a resident of Franklin County for at least two consecutive years
- Be enrolled as an undergraduate student at a college or university within Alabama
- Complete a minimum of 12 credit hours per semester
- Maintain a minimum 2.0 GPA
Application Process
Applicants must submit:
- A completed application form
- Proof of college attendance and coursework including GPA
Applications should be submitted as soon as possible after the Spring semester ends and must be received no later than June 30 at 5:00 PM. Late applications will not be considered—no exceptions.
Submission Information
Applications may be submitted in person, by mail or email:
In person:
Franklin County Commission
405 N. Jackson Ave
Russellville, AL 35653
Mail:
Franklin County Commission
P.O. Box 1028
Russellville, AL 35653
Email:
aca@franklincountyal.gov
Award Information
Scholarship funds are awarded annually by August 1. The amount varies each year based on available funding and the number of qualified applicants. The scholarship applies to the most recent Fall and Spring semesters and is not retroactive to previous terms.