The Tri-County Opportunities Council announced that applications are open, and it will award at least 10 scholarships to income-eligible students this year. The scholarships are for $2,000 each and can be used at a college, university or trade school. Students enrolled full time with at least 12 semester hours may qualify for the full $2,000 award. Part-time students also are eligible to apply, although scholarship amounts would be awarded on a prorated basis if selected. The application deadline is March 13.