Sponsor: Community Foundation of St. Joseph County
P.O. Box 837
South Bend, IN 46624
Eligibility: Applicants must be children of employees of 1st Source who reside in geographic locations in Indiana and Southwest Michigan where 1st Source maintains physical depository institutions and who are accepted into and attend two- or four-year degree programs at regional campuses of state public colleges and universities.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: March 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://cfsjc.org/students-and-families/scholarships/
Sponsor: Saginaw Community Foundation
1 Tuscola
Suite 100B
Saginaw, MI 48607
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating high school seniors or current undergraduate or graduate students attending a Michigan college or university. Students must be enrolled full-time pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree or Career and Technical Education (CTE) training with a minimum 3.0 GPA. Applicants must be members of St. Dominic Catholic Church of Saginaw.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: February 15
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.saginawfoundation.org/site/scholarships/
Sponsor: Saginaw Community Foundation
1 Tuscola
Suite 100B
Saginaw, MI 48607
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating high school seniors or current undergraduate or graduate students attending a Michigan college or university. Students must be enrolled full-time pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree or Career and Technical Education (CTE) training with a minimum 3.0 GPA. Applicants must submit letters of recommendation, a recent school transcript, a completed FAFSA, an essay and a special attachment or membership verification information.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: February 10
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.saginawfoundation.org/site/scholarships/
Sponsor: Barry Community Foundation
231 South Broadway
Hastings, MI 49058
Eligibility: Applicants must demonstrate financial need. A minimum GPA of 2.5 is required. Students must demonstrate strong community ties through extracurricular involvement, work experience and/or volunteer work. Applicants must submit a letter of recommendation from a teacher.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: February 20
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.barrycf.org/scholarships/
Sponsor: Bay Area Community Foundation
Pere Marquette Depot
1000 Adams Street
Suite 200
Bay City, MI 48708
Eligibility: Applicants must be Bay County residents. A minimum GPA of 2.5 is required. Selection is based on demonstration of leadership skills and extracurricular involvement. Students must submit grade transcripts, FAFSA Student Aid Report, two letters of recommendation and an essay.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: First Monday in February
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://bayfoundation.org/
Sponsor: Barry Community Foundation
231 South Broadway
Hastings, MI 49058
Eligibility: Applicants must be 4-H members with financial need. A minimum GPA of 2.5 is required. If there are no qualified applicants with a medicine/healthcare major, other 4-H members will be considered. Students must submit letters of recommendation from a teacher and a 4-H leader. Selection is based on extracurricular involvement, 4-H participation and work experience.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: February 20
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.barrycf.org/scholarships/
Sponsor: Berrien Community Foundation
2900 S. State Street
Suite 2E
Saint Joseph, MI 49085
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors who have participated in All God s Children Community Choir for at least two years.
Amount: Up to $2,500
Deadline: March 4
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.berriencommunity.org/scholar
Sponsor: Allegan County Community Foundation
524 Marshall Street
Allegan, MI 49010
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors or non-traditional adult students. A minimum GPA of 2.5 is required. Students must intend on enrolling full-time in an accredited criminal justice program.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: March
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://alleganfoundation.org/Scholarships
Sponsor: Allegan County Community Foundation
524 Marshall Street
Allegan, MI 49010
Eligibility: Applicants must be intent on full-time college enrollment. A minimum GPA of 3.0 is required. Selection is based on the overall strength of the application.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: March
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://alleganfoundation.org/Scholarships
Sponsor: Bay Area Community Foundation
Pere Marquette Depot
1000 Adams Street
Suite 200
Bay City, MI 48708
Eligibility: Applicants must submit proof of admission into their school's education program. A minimum GPA of 3.2 is required. Selection is based on the overall strength of the application. Students must submit grade transcripts, FAFSA Student Aid Report, two letters of recommendation and an essay.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: First Monday in February
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://bayfoundation.org/
Sponsor: Bay Area Community Foundation
Pere Marquette Depot
1000 Adams Street
Suite 200
Bay City, MI 48708
Eligibility: Applicants must be Bay County residents. A minimum GPA of 3.0 is required. Preference is given to students attending Northwood University. Applicants must submit grade transcripts, FAFSA Student Aid Report, two letters of recommendation and an essay.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: February 7
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://bayfoundation.org/
Sponsor: Michigan Gateway Community Foundation
111 Days Avenue
Buchanan, MI 49107
Eligibility: Applicants must display exceptional achievement in scholarship, citizenship and extracurricular activities.
Amount: $1,000
Deadline: March 10
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://mgcf.org/scholarships/
Sponsor: Berrien Community Foundation
2900 S. State Street
Suite 2E
Saint Joseph, MI 49085
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating high school seniors who have a minimum 2.5 GPA. Students must be Arcadia Gardens employees or the children of an employee who is neither a company owner nor company shareholder.
Amount: Up to $1,000
Deadline: March 4
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.berriencommunity.org/scholar
Sponsor: Berrien Community Foundation
2900 S. State Street
Suite 2E
Saint Joseph, MI 49085
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors who have volunteered at the Curious Kids' Museum. Students must have a total of at least 10 hours of volunteer work from 8th grade to their junior year of high school. Applicants must have a minimum 3.0 GPA.
Amount: Up to $1,000
Deadline: March 4
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.berriencommunity.org/scholar
Sponsor: Bay Area Community Foundation
Pere Marquette Depot
1000 Adams Street
Suite 200
Bay City, MI 48708
Eligibility: Applicants must be Bay County residents, have a minimum 2.65 GPA and be a full or part-time student. Students must be involved in at least one extracurricular activity and have a solid track record for utilizing the English language. Applicants must submit two letters of recommendation, a FAFSA application, a current transcript, a personal essay and an acceptable portrait photo as a JPEG or PNG along with their application.
Amount: $5,000
Deadline: February 7
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://bayfoundation.org/
Sponsor: Bay Area Community Foundation
Pere Marquette Depot
1000 Adams Street
Suite 200
Bay City, MI 48708
Eligibility: Applicants must have attended Handy Intermediate School. Selection is based on the overall strength of the application. Students must submit grade transcripts, FAFSA Student Aid Report, two letters of recommendation and an essay. Students must demonstrate financial need.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: February 5
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://bayfoundation.org/
Sponsor: Ann Arbor Area Community Foundation
301 North Main Street, Suite 300
Ann Arbor, MI 48104
Eligibility: Applicants must be female Michigan residents who are studying to prepare for or further their careers in technology and computing at an accredited institution of higher learning. They must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents. Degree-seeking candidates must have at least two semesters of coursework remaining before completion of their educational programs. Applicants seeking a computer certification must apply the scholarship to tuition or course fees only. Selection is based on the strength of essay responses and on the level of involvement in the computing community.
Amount: $1,500
Deadline: March 2
How to apply: Applications are available online. An application form, three personal essays, a resume and two letters of recommendation are required.
Website: https://www.aaacf.org/Grants-Scholarships/Grants-Scholarships
Sponsor: Bay Area Community Foundation
Pere Marquette Depot
1000 Adams Street
Suite 200
Bay City, MI 48708
Eligibility: Applicants must intend on enrolling as full-time students. A minimum GPA of 3.0 is required. Selection is based on the overall strength of the application. Students must submit grade transcripts, FAFSA Student Aid Report, two letters of recommendation and an essay.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: First Monday in February
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://bayfoundation.org/
Sponsor: Barry Community Foundation
231 South Broadway
Hastings, MI 49058
Eligibility: Applicants must be accepted to an accredited educational institution. Students must documented experience in substance abuse prevention among their peers and community. Selection is based on the overall strength of the application.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: February 20
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.barrycf.org/scholarships/
Sponsor: Bay Area Community Foundation
Pere Marquette Depot
1000 Adams Street
Suite 200
Bay City, MI 48708
Eligibility: Applicants must be full-time students with demonstrated financial need and at least two years of track and field and/or cross country participation.Selection is based on academic and athletic achievement. A minimum GPA of 2.5 is required. Students must submit a letter of recommendation from a track and field or cross country coach or staff.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: First Monday in February
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://bayfoundation.org/
Sponsor: Bay Area Community Foundation
Pere Marquette Depot
1000 Adams Street
Suite 200
Bay City, MI 48708
Eligibility: Applicants must be either current members of the Bay Area USBC Association or have been members for two of the last four seasons, children of Bay Area USBC Association members or members of their high school bowling team for a minimum of two years. A minimum GPA of 2.5 is required.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: First Monday in February
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://bayfoundation.org/
Sponsor: Bay Area Community Foundation
Pere Marquette Depot
1000 Adams Street
Suite 200
Bay City, MI 48708
Eligibility: Applicants must be a resident of Bay County who will major in a medically related field. Students must also submit a completed FAFSA form, two recommendation letters, a current academic transcript and a 2,500-3,000-word essay.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: February 7
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://bayfoundation.org/
Sponsor: Bay Area Community Foundation
Pere Marquette Depot
1000 Adams Street
Suite 200
Bay City, MI 48708
Eligibility: Applicants must be a resident of Bay County who will major in a medically related field. Students must also submit a completed FAFSA form, two recommendation letters, a current academic transcript and a 2,500-3,000-word essay.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: February 7
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://bayfoundation.org/
Sponsor: Bay Area Community Foundation
Pere Marquette Depot
1000 Adams Street
Suite 200
Bay City, MI 48708
Eligibility: Applicants must be full-time students with financial need. Dental students must be accepted or enrolled in an accredited dental school. Dental assistance, dental hygiene and dental technology students must be enrolled in an accredited program and have completed one year of studies.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: First Monday in February
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://bayfoundation.org/
Sponsor: Bay Area Community Foundation
Pere Marquette Depot
1000 Adams Street
Suite 200
Bay City, MI 48708
Eligibility: Applicants must have completed one year of college and submit proof of acceptance into an accredited program. A minimum GPA of 3.0 is required. Selection is based on the overall strength of the application.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: First Monday in February
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://bayfoundation.org/
Sponsor: United Negro College Fund (UNCF)
1805 7th Street NW
Washington, DC 20001
Eligibility: Applicants must be attending an accredited UNCF member institution, accredited HBCU or any accredited four-year college or university enrolled as full-time students and classified as juniors. Students must have a minimum 3.0 GPA and be pursuing a major related to science, technology, engineering or math. Preference will be given for applicants in the following states: Arizona, California, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, New Jersey, North Carolina, North Dakota, Pennsylvania, Puerto Rico, Texas and Washington.
Amount: $4,400
Deadline: July 13
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://uncf.org/scholarships
Sponsor: Barry Community Foundation
231 South Broadway
Hastings, MI 49058
Eligibility: Applicants must demonstrate financial need. A minimum GPA of 2.5 is required. If there are no qualified applicants pursuing an art or music degree, then business majors may be considered. Students must submit a letter of recommendation from a teacher. Selection is based on extracurricular involvement and work experience.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: February 20
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.barrycf.org/scholarships/
Sponsor: Bay Area Community Foundation
Pere Marquette Depot
1000 Adams Street
Suite 200
Bay City, MI 48708
Eligibility: Applicants must be a full-time student and resident of Bay County. Selection criteria favor athletes in varsity basketball, volleyball or softball and students who possess academic commitment and humanitarian instincts.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: February 7
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://bayfoundation.org/
Sponsor: Kalamazoo Community Foundation
402 East Michigan Avenue
Kalamazoo, MI 49007-3888
Eligibility: Applicants must demonstrate leadership abilities and commitment to school and community involvement. Preference may be given to applicants who are Asian Indian, attend Portage Public Schools or attend KAMSC. Financial need is consideration, but not a requirement for application.
Amount: $1,000
Deadline: March 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://www.kalfound.org
Sponsor: Community Foundation of St. Joseph County
P.O. Box 837
South Bend, IN 46624
Eligibility: Applicants must be children of employees of Big C Lumber who wish to pursue an undergraduate education at an accredited, tax-exempt institution.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: March 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://cfsjc.org/students-and-families/scholarships/
Sponsor: Allegan County Community Foundation
524 Marshall Street
Allegan, MI 49010
Eligibility: Applicants must intend on enrolling full-time at an accredited educational institution. Selection is based on demonstration of academic achievement, work ethic, exemplary citizenship and educational goals.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: February
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://alleganfoundation.org/Scholarships
Sponsor: Bay Area Community Foundation
Pere Marquette Depot
1000 Adams Street
Suite 200
Bay City, MI 48708
Eligibility: Applicants must be a full-time student in their senior year at Essexville-Garber or Bay City Central High School. Students must have a GPA between the ranges of 1.8 and 2.9 due to pressures outside of school which hindered their academic performance. Applicants must submit two letters of recommendation, a FAFSA application, a current transcript, a personal essay and an acceptable portrait photo as a JPEG or PNG along with their application.
Amount: $5,000
Deadline: First Monday in February
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://bayfoundation.org/
Sponsor: Kalamazoo Community Foundation
402 East Michigan Avenue
Kalamazoo, MI 49007-3888
Eligibility: Applicants must demonstrate ability and interest with evidence of participation in community and school activities. Financial need may be considered.
Amount: $2,000
Deadline: March 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://www.kalfound.org
Sponsor: Bay Area Community Foundation
Pere Marquette Depot
1000 Adams Street
Suite 200
Bay City, MI 48708
Eligibility: Applicants must be Bay City residents with demonstrated financial need. Students must have attended Bay City Western Middle School. Selection is based on the overall strength of the application. Applicants must submit grade transcripts, FAFSA Student Aid Report, two letters of recommendation and an essay.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: First Monday in February
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://bayfoundation.org/
Sponsor: Kalamazoo Community Foundation
402 East Michigan Avenue
Kalamazoo, MI 49007-3888
Eligibility: Applicants must have four years of participation on high school soccer team. Students must demonstrate his/her efforts to give back to the community by helping others.
Amount: $500
Deadline: March 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://www.kalfound.org
Sponsor: Bay Area Community Foundation
Pere Marquette Depot
1000 Adams Street
Suite 200
Bay City, MI 48708
Eligibility: Applicants must submit a FAFSA proving financial need and demonstrate an dedication to obtain a degree in fine arts especially public TV or radio. Students must submit two letters of recommendation, a current transcript, a personal essay and an acceptable portrait photo as a JPEG or PNG along with their application.
Amount: $5,000
Deadline: First Monday in February
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://bayfoundation.org/
Sponsor: Competitive Cheer Coaches Association of Michigan
5675 N. Division
Comstock Park, MI 49321
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors, be current members of Michigan High School Athletic Association (MHSAA) competitive cheer teams and have a minimum GPA of 3.5 through their junior year. The applicant's cheer team must compete in the annual Scholarship Invitational and the team coach must be a current CCCAM member.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: February 12
How to apply: Applications are available online and must be completed and mailed in with the applicant's short essay, a sealed copy of the high school transcript and two letters of recommendation.
Website: https://www.cccam.org/scholarship/
Sponsor: Center for the Education of Women+
330 East Liberty Street
Ann Arbor, MI 48104
Eligibility: Applicants must be women who are returning to school. For undergraduates one of the following must be met: a minimum 2 year (24 month) consecutive interruption in education anytime since high school, primary caregiver for a minor, older adult or disabled adult or actively engaged in F.E.M.M.E.S., GEECS, SWE, WISE or WISE-RP and working towards a STEM degree. For graduate students one of the following must be met: a minimum 5 year (60 month) consecutive interruption in education anytime since high school, primary caregiver for a minor, older adult or disabled adult or actively engaged in F.E.M.M.E.S., GEECS, SWE, WISE or WISE-RP and working towards a STEM degree. Candidates must be working toward a clear educational goal at any University of Michigan campus. Preference is given to women wishing to study in non-traditional fields such as mathematics, physical sciences and engineering.
Amount: $1,000-$10,000
Deadline: May 3
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://www.cew.umich.edu/
Sponsor: Community Foundation of St. Joseph County
P.O. Box 837
South Bend, IN 46624
Eligibility: Applicants must be students who have demonstrated academic merit and financial need and plan to attend an accredited two- or four-year public or private institution of higher learning. Selections are limited to students who are willing to pursue a full-time course of study.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: March 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://cfsjc.org/students-and-families/scholarships/
Sponsor: Chicago Occupational Therapy
1422 West Willow Street
Suite 100
Chicago, IL 60642
Eligibility: Applicants must be currently admitted to or attending graduate school to become an occupational therapist. Students must have an exceptional personality, clinical skills and character and be committed to working in a private practice setting focused on the pediatric population. Applicants must be attending a school or have a permanent address in the following Midwestern states: Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Wisconsin, Ohio or Nebraska.
Amount: Up to $2,000
Deadline: February 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://chicagooccupationaltherapy.com/scholarship/
Sponsor: Michigan Student Aid
Student Scholarships and Grants
P.O. Box 30462
Lansing, MI 48909-7962
Eligibility: Applicants must be older than 16 and less than 26 years of age who are the natural or adopted child of a Michigan veteran who died or became totally and permanently disabled as a result of military service. Students must be enrolled at least half-time, be Michigan residents for one year prior to program application, and be U.S. citizens, permanent residents or approved refugees. Applicants must not be in default on a Federal student loan.
Amount: Up to $2,800
Deadline: As soon as possible after October 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://www.michigan.gov/mistudentaid/
Sponsor: Kalamazoo Community Foundation
402 East Michigan Avenue
Kalamazoo, MI 49007-3888
Eligibility: Financial need is considered but not a requirement for application.
Amount: $1,000
Deadline: March 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://www.kalfound.org
Sponsor: Kalamazoo Community Foundation
402 East Michigan Avenue
Kalamazoo, MI 49007-3888
Eligibility: Applicants must have been permanent residents of Kalamazoo County for at least 12 months prior to application. Students must submit FAFSA form. Applicants must demonstrate good citizenship qualities, high moral character and potential for leadership and academic success.
Amount: $4,500
Deadline: March 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://www.kalfound.org
Sponsor: Michigan Gateway Community Foundation
111 Days Avenue
Buchanan, MI 49107
Eligibility: Applicants must demonstrate significant financial need.
Amount: $1,300
Deadline: March 10
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://mgcf.org/scholarships/
Sponsor: Bay Area Community Foundation
Pere Marquette Depot
1000 Adams Street
Suite 200
Bay City, MI 48708
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors with financial need who participated in a varsity sport during their senior year. A minimum GPA of 3.0 is required. Selection is based on the overall strength of the application. Students must submit grade transcripts, FAFSA Student Aid Report, two letters of recommendation and an essay.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: First Monday in February
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://bayfoundation.org/
Sponsor: Consumers Credit Union
7200 Elm Valley Drive
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
Eligibility: Applicants must be Michigan high school seniors who are active members of Consumers Credit Union with their own accounts. Students must have a minimum 2.0 GPA. Applicants must demonstrate participation in school activities, community service or volunteer work for the benefit of others and submit an essay on a provided prompt.
Amount: Up to $20,000
Deadline: March 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.consumerscu.org/about/scholarships
Sponsor: Bay Area Community Foundation
Pere Marquette Depot
1000 Adams Street
Suite 200
Bay City, MI 48708
Eligibility: Applicants must be residents of Bay County, have a minimum 3.0 GPA and be in their senior year at a Bay City Public High School. Student must be full-time, be actively involved in extracurricular activities and preferably be an active member of their student government. Applicants must submit two letters of recommendation, a FAFSA application, a current transcript, a personal essay and an acceptable portrait photo as a JPEG or PNG along with their application.
Amount: $5,000
Deadline: First Monday in February
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://bayfoundation.org/
Sponsor: Bay Area Community Foundation
Pere Marquette Depot
1000 Adams Street
Suite 200
Bay City, MI 48708
Eligibility: Applicants must major in education and/or school administration/guidance counseling at a university or local community college, maintain a GPA of at least 3.0 and be interested in humanitarian activities (two reference letters will attest to the student's community and volunteer involvement and compassionate character). Note that less recent high school graduates must be attending a local community college and attempting to transfer to a university.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: February 7
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://bayfoundation.org/
Sponsor: Kalamazoo Community Foundation
402 East Michigan Avenue
Kalamazoo, MI 49007-3888
Eligibility: Applicants must demonstrate financial need and provide evidence of extracurricular activities.
Amount: $500
Deadline: March 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://www.kalfound.org
Sponsor: Bay Area Community Foundation
Pere Marquette Depot
1000 Adams Street
Suite 200
Bay City, MI 48708
Eligibility: Applicants must be a resident of Bay County, be in their senior year of high school and preferably be participating in a varsity sport. Students must have a minimum 3.0 GPA, be a full-time student and submit a FAFSA to demonstrate financial need. Applicants must submit two letters of recommendation, a current transcript, a personal essay and an acceptable portrait photo as a JPEG or PNG along with their application.
Amount: $5,000
Deadline: First Monday in February
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://bayfoundation.org/
Sponsor: Grand Rapids Community Foundation
185 Oakes Street SW
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Eligibility: Applicants must be Habitat for Humanity of Kent County homeowners or immediate family members residing in the home. Students must be pursuing an undergraduate degree, certification or graduate level program at an accredited vocational trade program, two-year or four-year college in the United States. Applicants must demonstrate financial need.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: April
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.grfoundation.org
Sponsor: USA Water Ski and Wake Sports Foundation
6039 Cypress Gardens Boulevard
Suite 481
Winter Haven, FL 33884
Eligibility: Applicants must be full-time students majoring in engineering or mathematics at an accredited college or university who are AWSA and NCWSA skiers from the Midwest Region. Student must be U.S. citizens and members of USA Water Ski and Wake Sports.
Amount: $2,400
Deadline: April 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.usa-wwf.org/ourscholarships
Sponsor: Berrien Community Foundation
2900 S. State Street
Suite 2E
Saint Joseph, MI 49085
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors who are pursuing a bachelor s degree in the arts. Students must have a minimum 2.5 GPA.
Amount: Up to $1,000
Deadline: March 4
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.berriencommunity.org/scholar
Sponsor: Kalamazoo Community Foundation
402 East Michigan Avenue
Kalamazoo, MI 49007-3888
Eligibility: Applicants must provide evidence of extracurricular or community volunteer activities and work experience. Students must enroll in a technical school, trade school or community college.
Amount: $2,000
Deadline: March 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://www.kalfound.org
Sponsor: Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee
3833 Cleghorn Avenue
Suite 400
Nashville, TN 37215
Eligibility: Applicants must be students of African-American descent from Nashville, Tennessee or Detroit, Michigan. Students must be law students at an accredited law school or graduate students in education.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: February 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.cfmt.org/grants-scholarships/scholarships/search-scholarships/
Sponsor: Kalamazoo Community Foundation
402 East Michigan Avenue
Kalamazoo, MI 49007-3888
Eligibility: Applicants must be able to demonstrate leadership and involvement in school and community activities that advocate abstinence from drug and alcohol use while promoting a healthy lifestyle.
Amount: $1,000
Deadline: March 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://www.kalfound.org
Sponsor: Grand Rapids Community Foundation
185 Oakes Street SW
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Eligibility: Applicants must be current or former wards of the court in Kent County, Michigan. Students must be pursuing an undergraduate college or vocational education with a minimum 2.5 GPA. Applicants must demonstrate financial need and submit a letter of recommendation from a caseworker.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: April
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.grfoundation.org
Sponsor: Saginaw Community Foundation
1 Tuscola
Suite 100B
Saginaw, MI 48607
Eligibility: Applicants must be Saginaw County residents attending an accredited school or vocational education program. Students must be pursuing an undergraduate degree, Career and Technical Education (CTE) certification, or journeyman's card with a minimum 2.5 GPA. Preference may be given to a student studying machine tool operations, industrial supervision, skilled trades or mechanical design technology.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: February 15
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.saginawfoundation.org/site/scholarships/
Sponsor: Bay Area Community Foundation
Pere Marquette Depot
1000 Adams Street
Suite 200
Bay City, MI 48708
Eligibility: Applicants must be Bay County residents who graduated from a Bay County high school and have financial need. Students must submit a letter of recommendation from the Boys and Girls Club Executive Director confirming their active membership, grade transcripts, FAFSA Student Aid Report, two letters of recommendation and an essay.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: First Monday in February
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://bayfoundation.org/
Sponsor: Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan
333 W. Fort Street, Suite 2010
Detroit, MI 48226
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduates of eligible east side Detroit grade schools who are now pursuing college degrees. Students must demonstrate leadership and character through extracurricular activities, volunteer involvement and work experience in school and in the community and must also demonstrate financial need.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: March 15
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://cfsem.org/scholarships/scholarship-opportunities/
Sponsor: Bay Area Community Foundation
Pere Marquette Depot
1000 Adams Street
Suite 200
Bay City, MI 48708
Eligibility: Applicants must be full-time students and residents of Bay County who have maintained a GPA of at least 3.0. Selection criteria favor students interested in secretarial, legal or paralegal fields. Former awardees may reapply.
Amount: $5,000
Deadline: February 7
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://bayfoundation.org/
Sponsor: Bay Area Community Foundation
Pere Marquette Depot
1000 Adams Street
Suite 200
Bay City, MI 48708
Eligibility: Applicants must have a minimum 2.5 GPA in all required, core courses. Selection is based on the overall strength of the application. Students must submit grade transcripts, FAFSA Student Aid Report, two letters of recommendation and an essay.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: First Monday in February
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://bayfoundation.org/
Sponsor: Barry Community Foundation
231 South Broadway
Hastings, MI 49058
Eligibility: Applicants must demonstrate financial need. A minimum GPA of 2.5 is required. Selection is based on community service, extracurricular involvement and work experience. Students must submit a letter of recommendation from a teacher.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: February 20
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.barrycf.org/scholarships/
Sponsor: Kalamazoo Community Foundation
402 East Michigan Avenue
Kalamazoo, MI 49007-3888
Eligibility: Applicants must also demonstrate outstanding academic achievement. Financial need may or may not be a consideration.
Amount: $1,200
Deadline: March 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://www.kalfound.org
Sponsor: Bay Area Community Foundation
Pere Marquette Depot
1000 Adams Street
Suite 200
Bay City, MI 48708
Eligibility: Applicants must be full-time students with financial need who have attended Kolb School for at least one year. Selection is based on extracurricular and community involvement, strong moral character and academic potential. Students must submit grade transcripts, FAFSA Student Aid Report, two letters of recommendation and an essay.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: First Monday in February
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://bayfoundation.org/
Sponsor: Saginaw Community Foundation
1 Tuscola
Suite 100B
Saginaw, MI 48607
Eligibility: Applicants must be Saginaw County residents who are graduating high school seniors with a minimum 3.0 GPA. Students must be attending a Michigan college or university in pursuit of an undergraduate degree with a minimum of two years of participation in golf, track or cross country. Applicants must submit letters of recommendation, a recent school transcript, a completed FAFSA, an essay and a special attachment or membership verification information.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: February 10
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.saginawfoundation.org/site/scholarships/
Sponsor: Bay Area Community Foundation
Pere Marquette Depot
1000 Adams Street
Suite 200
Bay City, MI 48708
Eligibility: Applicants must be completing the last year of an associate's or bachelor's degree, have a minimum 3.0 GPA and submit a FAFSA demonstrating financial need. Students must submit two letters of recommendation, a current transcript, a personal essay and an acceptable portrait photo as a JPEG or PNG along with their application.
Amount: $5,000
Deadline: First Monday in February
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://bayfoundation.org/
Sponsor: Allegan County Community Foundation
524 Marshall Street
Allegan, MI 49010
Eligibility: Selection is based on the overall strength of the application.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: March
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://alleganfoundation.org/Scholarships
Sponsor: Barry Community Foundation
231 South Broadway
Hastings, MI 49058
Eligibility: Applicants must be enrolled at an accredited four-year college. A minimum GPA of 3.5 is required. Students must plan on residing and working in the Hastings, MI area after graduation. Applicants must submit letters of recommendation from their high school science and math teachers.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: March 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.barrycf.org/scholarships/
Sponsor: Barry Community Foundation
231 South Broadway
Hastings, MI 49058
Eligibility: Applicants must demonstrate strong community ties through extracurricular involvement, work experience and/or volunteer work. Selection is based on the overall strength of the application.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: March 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.barrycf.org/scholarships/
Sponsor: Barry Community Foundation
231 South Broadway
Hastings, MI 49058
Eligibility: Applicants must submit a letter of recommendation from a teacher. A minimum GPA of 2.0 is required. Selection is based on the overall strength of the application.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: February 20
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.barrycf.org/scholarships/
Sponsor: Kalamazoo Community Foundation
402 East Michigan Avenue
Kalamazoo, MI 49007-3888
Eligibility: Applicants must have been a member of the high school varsity golf team for at least her junior and/or senior year. Students must also demonstrate school and community involvement.
Amount: $500
Deadline: March 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://www.kalfound.org
Sponsor: National FFA Organization
P.O. Box 68960
6060 FFA Drive
Indianapolis, IN 46268-0960
Eligibility: Applicants must be working toward degrees in one of the following areas of agriculture: agronomy, crop science, agricultural communications, education, journalism, extension, public relations, business management, economics, finance, sales, marketing, plant pathology, plant breeding, plant genetics, soil science, soil conservation, water conservation or public service and administration. Applicants must be residents of Arkansas, California, Colorado, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, New Mexico, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia or Wisconsin. A minimum GPA of 2.5 is required. Selection is based on the overall strength of the application.
Amount: $1,500
Deadline: January 12
How to apply: An application form is required.
Website: https://www.ffa.org/participate/grants-and-scholarships/
Sponsor: American Quarter Horse Foundation
Scholarship Program
2601 East Interstate 40
Amarillo, TX 79104
Eligibility: Applicants must be residents of Michigan and are current members of AQHA or AQHYA. Members must apply during their senior year of high school or while enrolled at an accredited college or university and must maintain a minimum 2.5 GPA. Funding for this scholarship may be applied to either a two or four-year degree program of the student's choice, or an accredited equine-related vocational program. Past AQHF scholarship recipients are eligible to reapply for this scholarship.
Amount: $1,250
Deadline: January 15
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.aqha.com/scholarships1
Sponsor: Bay Area Community Foundation
Pere Marquette Depot
1000 Adams Street
Suite 200
Bay City, MI 48708
Eligibility: Applicants must be Bay County residents with financial need. A minimum GPA of 2.75 is required. Selection is based on documented history of community involvement.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: First Monday in February
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://bayfoundation.org/
Sponsor: Bay Area Community Foundation
Pere Marquette Depot
1000 Adams Street
Suite 200
Bay City, MI 48708
Eligibility: Applicants must be the children or grandchildren of active, retired or deceased Bay City police officers. A minimum GPA of 2.5 is required. Selection is based on the overall strength of the application. Students must submit grade transcripts, FAFSA Student Aid Report, two letters of recommendation and an essay.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: First Monday in February
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://bayfoundation.org/
Sponsor: Bay Area Community Foundation
Pere Marquette Depot
1000 Adams Street
Suite 200
Bay City, MI 48708
Eligibility: Applicants must demonstrate financial need by submitting a FAFSA. Students must submit two letters of recommendation, a FAFSA application, a current transcript and a personal essay. Applicants must submit an acceptable portrait photo as a JPEG or PNG along with their application.
Amount: $5,000
Deadline: First Monday in February
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://bayfoundation.org/
Sponsor: Berrien Community Foundation
2900 S. State Street
Suite 2E
Saint Joseph, MI 49085
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors and current college students who demonstrate financial need, are involved in community service and are planning to attend a four-year college or university in Michigan. Students must have a minimum 2.5 GPA.
Amount: Up to $9,000
Deadline: March 4
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.berriencommunity.org/scholar
Sponsor: University of Michigan
College Administration
1221 Beal Avenue
Ann Arbor, MI 2102
Eligibility: Students must be first year students entering the College of Engineering at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor for the upcoming fall semester. Applicants must be from one of the following states: Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Dakota, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Washington or Wyoming.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: February 4
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://scholarships.engin.umich.edu/new-students/
Sponsor: Michigan Gateway Community Foundation
111 Days Avenue
Buchanan, MI 49107
Eligibility: Applicants must demonstrate academic excellence, good character, excellent leadership and financial need.
Amount: Up to $4,000
Deadline: March 10
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://mgcf.org/scholarships/
Sponsor: Bay Area Community Foundation
Pere Marquette Depot
1000 Adams Street
Suite 200
Bay City, MI 48708
Eligibility: Applicants must demonstrate financial need. Selection is based on the overall strength of the application. Students must submit grade transcripts, FAFSA Student Aid Report, two letters of recommendation and an essay.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: First Monday in February
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://bayfoundation.org/
Sponsor: Community Foundation for Muskegon County
425 W. Western Avenue
Suite 200
Muskegon, MI 49440
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors of Muskegon High School pursuing any degree or certification at any accredited college, university or vocational/technical school in the state of Michigan.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: February 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://muskegonfoundation.org/give/our-funds/?fwp_fund_type=scholarship
Sponsor: Barry Community Foundation
231 South Broadway
Hastings, MI 49058
Eligibility: Applicants must be accepted into an accredited LPN or RN nursing program. Students must demonstrate financial need. Applicants must submit a FAFSA Student Aid Report, letter of acceptance from their college and three letters of personal reference.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: February 20
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.barrycf.org/scholarships/
Sponsor: Bay Area Community Foundation
Pere Marquette Depot
1000 Adams Street
Suite 200
Bay City, MI 48708
Eligibility: Selection is based on the overall strength of the application. Students must submit grade transcripts, FAFSA Student Aid Report, two letters of recommendation and an essay.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: First Monday in February
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://bayfoundation.org/
Sponsor: Grand Rapids Trans Foundation
P.O. Box 2674
Grand Rapids, MI 49501
Eligibility: Applicants must identify as transgender and be pursuing a degree or certificate from an accredited college, university, technical or vocational program which has a campus in Kent County, Michigan.
Amount: $2,500
Deadline: May 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://grtransfoundation.org/academic-scholarship/
Sponsor: Saginaw Community Foundation
1 Tuscola
Suite 100B
Saginaw, MI 48607
Eligibility: Applicants must be residents of Michigan who are high school seniors, college or non-traditional students pursuing a graduate or undergraduate degree or Career and Technical Education (CTE) training. Students must demonstrate a commitment to promoting respect and acceptance of diversity across all borders and volunteer work in the LGBTQ+ community. Applicants must submit letters of recommendation, a recent school transcript, a completed FAFSA, an essay and a special attachment or membership verification information.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: February 10
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.saginawfoundation.org/site/scholarships/
Sponsor: Bay Area Community Foundation
Pere Marquette Depot
1000 Adams Street
Suite 200
Bay City, MI 48708
Eligibility: Applicants must be a resident or graduate from Bay or Arenac county and have a minimum 2.5 GPA. Students must have a declared major in trades, manufacturing or construction with a focus on safety, satisfy academic performance criteria and demonstrate a passion for the intended field of study. Applicants must submit two letters of recommendation, a FAFSA application, a current transcript, a personal essay and an acceptable portrait photo as a JPEG or PNG along with their application.
Amount: $5,000
Deadline: First Monday in February
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://bayfoundation.org/
Sponsor: Bay Area Community Foundation
Pere Marquette Depot
1000 Adams Street
Suite 200
Bay City, MI 48708
Eligibility: Applicants must be full-time students, submit a FAFSA to demonstrate financial needs, and demonstrate participation in American Legion or high school varsity baseball or softball. Students must submit two letters of recommendation, a current transcript, a personal essay and an acceptable portrait photo as a JPEG or PNG along with their application..
Amount: $5,000
Deadline: First Monday in February
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://bayfoundation.org/
Sponsor: American Legion, Department of Michigan
212 N. Verlinden Avenue, Suite A
Lansing, MI 48915
Eligibility: Applicants must be residents of Michigan who are planning to attend a Michigan college or university and who are the sons or daughters or grandchildren of veterans. Students must have a minimum GPA of 2.5 and must have demonstrated financial need. Applicants must provide proof of a parent's military service record and an indication of their abilities to fulfill their goals and intentions. They should send scholarship information to their county district committee person.
Amount: $500
Deadline: January 22
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://www.michiganlegion.org
Sponsor: Bay Area Community Foundation
Pere Marquette Depot
1000 Adams Street
Suite 200
Bay City, MI 48708
Eligibility: Applicants must have resided in Bay County, attended Handy Intermediate for a minimum of one school year and been accepted to an accredited college, university or technical school in Michigan. Students must have a minimum 3.0 GPA with priority given to students in their senior year at the time of submission. Applicants must submit two letters of recommendation, a FAFSA application, a current transcript, a personal essay and an acceptable portrait photo as a JPEG or PNG along with their application.
Amount: $5,000
Deadline: First Monday in February
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://bayfoundation.org/
Sponsor: Bay Area Community Foundation
Pere Marquette Depot
1000 Adams Street
Suite 200
Bay City, MI 48708
Eligibility: Applicants must be full-time undergraduates and already accepted into a commercial art program, as well as maintain a GPA of at least 2.5. Students must also submit a completed FAFSA form, two recommendation letters, a current academic transcript and a 2,500-3,000-word essay.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: February 7
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://bayfoundation.org/
Sponsor: Berrien Community Foundation
2900 S. State Street
Suite 2E
Saint Joseph, MI 49085
Eligibility: Applicants must be enrolled in a Berrien County school or be a resident of Berrien County in a home school program with a minimum 3.0 GPA. Students must plan to pursue an engineering or technical degree and have completed classes throughout their high school career geared towards the engineering or technical curriculum. Applicants must demonstrate financial need, qualities of a conscientious citizen and high moral character. Students cannot be immediate family members of an AEP Cook Nuclear Plant employee.
Amount: Up to $5,000
Deadline: March 4
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.berriencommunity.org/scholar
Sponsor: Kalamazoo Community Foundation
402 East Michigan Avenue
Kalamazoo, MI 49007-3888
Eligibility: Applicants must submit FAFSA form.
Amount: $1,000
Deadline: March 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://www.kalfound.org
Sponsor: Community Foundation of St. Joseph County
P.O. Box 837
South Bend, IN 46624
Eligibility: Applicants must be students who demonstrate academic competence and financial need. Students must have high academic achievements and demonstrated leadership and public service.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: March 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://cfsjc.org/students-and-families/scholarships/
Sponsor: Bay Area Community Foundation
Pere Marquette Depot
1000 Adams Street
Suite 200
Bay City, MI 48708
Eligibility: Applicants must be a high school senior or recent graduate and have a minimum 3.0 GPA. Students must demonstrate good academic performance and submit FAFSA to prove financial needs. Applicants must submit two letters of recommendation, a current transcript, a personal essay and an acceptable portrait photo as a JPEG or PNG along with their application.
Amount: $5,000
Deadline: First Monday in February
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://bayfoundation.org/
Sponsor: Community Foundation of St. Joseph County
P.O. Box 837
South Bend, IN 46624
Eligibility: Applicants must be children of members of the local chapter of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers union. Students must have high academic achievements and demonstrated financial need.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: March 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://cfsjc.org/students-and-families/scholarships/
Sponsor: Associated General Contractors of Ohio
1755 Northwest Boulevard
Columbus, OH 43212
Eligibility: Applicants must be U.S. citizens. They must be in at least the second year of study in a two-year, four-year or five-year undergraduate degree program that is related to construction. They must be enrolled at a postsecondary institution located in West Virginia, Pennsylvania or Ohio and have a GPA of 2.5 or higher. Applicants must have plans to work in the construction industry. Selection is based on the overall strength of the application.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: February 9
How to apply: Applications are available online. An application form, transcript and personal essay are required.
Website: https://agcohio.com/workforce-development/agc-scholarships/
Sponsor: International Association for Great Lakes Research
4840 South State Road
Ann Arbor, MI 48108
Eligibility: Applicants must be current members of IAGLR who have not previously received the award.
Amount: $2,000
Deadline: January 6
How to apply: Applications available online.
Website: http://iaglr.org
Sponsor: Community Foundation for Muskegon County
425 W. Western Avenue
Suite 200
Muskegon, MI 49440
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduates of a Muskegon County High School attending a college or university within the state of Michigan, or the University of Notre Dame or Purdue University.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: February 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://muskegonfoundation.org/give/our-funds/?fwp_fund_type=scholarship
Sponsor: Bay Area Community Foundation
Pere Marquette Depot
1000 Adams Street
Suite 200
Bay City, MI 48708
Eligibility: Applicants must have a minimum 3.0 GPA, be a resident of Bay County and have a parent or sibling navigating cancer treatments. Students must submit two letters of recommendation, a FAFSA application, a current transcript, a personal essay and an acceptable portrait photo as a JPEG or PNG along with their application.
Amount: $5,000
Deadline: First Monday in February
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://bayfoundation.org/
Sponsor: Bay Area Community Foundation
Pere Marquette Depot
1000 Adams Street
Suite 200
Bay City, MI 48708
Eligibility: Applicants must Bay County residents who intend on enrolling as full-time students. Preference is given to students who have participated in varsity athletics. Students must submit a letter of recommendation from a coach of a sport in which they participated.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: First Monday in February
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://bayfoundation.org/
Sponsor: Michigan Gateway Community Foundation
111 Days Avenue
Buchanan, MI 49107
Eligibility: Applicants must demonstrate significant financial need. Students must graduate in top 30% of his or her class.
Amount: $1,400
Deadline: March 10
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://mgcf.org/scholarships/
Sponsor: Bay Area Community Foundation
Pere Marquette Depot
1000 Adams Street
Suite 200
Bay City, MI 48708
Eligibility: Applicants must be Bay County residents with financial need who intend on enrolling as full-time students. Selection is based on the overall strength of the application. Students must submit grade transcripts, FAFSA Student Aid Report, two letters of recommendation and an essay.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: First Monday in February
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://bayfoundation.org/
Sponsor: Bay Area Community Foundation
Pere Marquette Depot
1000 Adams Street
Suite 200
Bay City, MI 48708
Eligibility: Applicants must be a Bay County resident, attending school full-time with a GPA of at least 2.5 and provide evidence of having played an active role in their school and/or community. Selection criteria favor Homecoming Court electees.
Amount: $5,000
Deadline: February 7
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://bayfoundation.org/
Sponsor: Michigan Gateway Community Foundation
111 Days Avenue
Buchanan, MI 49107
Eligibility: Applicants must demonstrate academic excellence in class rank, SAT/ACT scores, and grade point average, as well as exemplary citizenship and leadership through participation in school and/or community activities. Preference will be given to student interested in pursing a career in teaching.
Amount: Up to $10,000
Deadline: March 10
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://mgcf.org/scholarships/
Sponsor: Saginaw Community Foundation
1 Tuscola
Suite 100B
Saginaw, MI 48607
Eligibility: Applicants must have parents, grandparents or legal guardians who are current or retired members of IBEW 557. Students must attend a Michigan college or university and must be pursuing a bachelor's or graduate degree with a minimum 2.5 GPA. Applicants must submit letters of recommendation, a recent school transcript, a completed FAFSA, an essay and a special attachment or membership verification information.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: February 10
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.saginawfoundation.org/site/scholarships/
Sponsor: Allegan County Community Foundation
524 Marshall Street
Allegan, MI 49010
Eligibility: Selection is based on the overall strength of the application
Amount: Varies
Deadline: March
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://alleganfoundation.org/Scholarships
Sponsor: Bay Area Community Foundation
Pere Marquette Depot
1000 Adams Street
Suite 200
Bay City, MI 48708
Eligibility: Applicants must be full-time student and residents of Bay County who have participated in cheerleading, choral music, musicals, stage productions, band or dance squad. They must also submit a completed FAFSA form, two recommendation letters, a current academic transcript and an essay about a positive experience they had while attending Garber High School.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: February 7
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://bayfoundation.org/
Sponsor: Bay Area Community Foundation
Pere Marquette Depot
1000 Adams Street
Suite 200
Bay City, MI 48708
Eligibility: Applicants must be a well-rounded, full-time student, maintain a GPA of at least 2.5 and submit two recommendation letters, a current academic transcript and a 2,500-3,000-word essay. Former recipients may reapply.
Amount: $5,000
Deadline: February 7
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://bayfoundation.org/
Sponsor: Bay Area Community Foundation
Pere Marquette Depot
1000 Adams Street
Suite 200
Bay City, MI 48708
Eligibility: Applicants must be a Bay County resident and provide evidence of financial need via submission of a completed FAFSA form. Students must also submit two recommendation letters, a current academic transcript and a 2,500-3,000-word essay. Former awardees may reapply.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: February 7
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://bayfoundation.org/
Sponsor: Wilsterman Foundation
P.O. Box 695
Flushing, MI 48433
Eligibility: Applicants must be students who have graduated from a high school in Genessee County, Michigan. Students may submit applications in any of the six years following their year of graduation from high school. Selection is based on extra-curricular and community service activities as well as the student's character, financial need and potential.
Amount: Up to $5,000
Deadline: March
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.wilsterman.org/
Sponsor: Bay Area Community Foundation
Pere Marquette Depot
1000 Adams Street
Suite 200
Bay City, MI 48708
Eligibility: Applicants must be Bay County residents with financial need who intend on enrolling as full-time students. A minimum GPA of 3.0 is required. Selection is based on the overall strength of the application. Students must submit grade transcripts, FAFSA Student Aid Report, two letters of recommendation and an essay.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: First Monday in February
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://bayfoundation.org/
Sponsor: Julius and Esther Stulberg Competition Inc.
359 South Kalamazoo Mall
Suite 14
Kalamazoo, MI 49007
Eligibility: Applicants must be students of violin, viola, cello or double bass, be 19 years of age or younger as of January 1 of the year of competition and perform a Bach piece and a solo for the competition, which is typically held in May.
Amount: Up to $6,000
Deadline: February 1
How to apply: Applications are available online. An application form, proof of age and audition CD are required.
Website: http://www.stulberg.org
Sponsor: Berrien Community Foundation
2900 S. State Street
Suite 2E
Saint Joseph, MI 49085
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating high school seniors or students returning to school after a gap in time who are majoring in health-related fields. Students must demonstrate financial need and have a history of community service or volunteering outside of school projects and/or a job.
Amount: Up to $2,500
Deadline: March 4
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.berriencommunity.org/scholar
Sponsor: Kalamazoo Community Foundation
402 East Michigan Avenue
Kalamazoo, MI 49007-3888
Eligibility: Applicants must submit FAFSA form.
Amount: $2,000
Deadline: March 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://www.kalfound.org
Sponsor: Bay Area Community Foundation
Pere Marquette Depot
1000 Adams Street
Suite 200
Bay City, MI 48708
Eligibility: Applicants must demonstrate financial need. Selection is based on the overall strength of the application. Students must submit grade transcripts, FAFSA Student Aid Report, two letters of recommendation and an essay.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: First Monday in February
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://bayfoundation.org/
Sponsor: Berrien Community Foundation
2900 S. State Street
Suite 2E
Saint Joseph, MI 49085
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating high school seniors including early/middle college 5th-year seniors with a minimum 3.0 GPA. Students must be pursuing a career in any STEM related field and demonstrate financial need.
Amount: Up to $2,000
Deadline: March 4
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.berriencommunity.org/scholar
Sponsor: Saginaw Community Foundation
1 Tuscola
Suite 100B
Saginaw, MI 48607
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating high school seniors or current college students residing in Bay, Clinton, Eaton, Genesee, Huron, Ingham, Lapeer, Midland, Saginaw, Sanilac, Shiawassee or Tuscola County. Students must be pursuing undergraduate studies in a broadcast-related field. Applicants must submit letters of recommendation, a recent school transcript, a completed FAFSA, an essay and a special attachment or membership verification information.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: February 10
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.saginawfoundation.org/site/scholarships/
Sponsor: National FFA Organization
P.O. Box 68960
6060 FFA Drive
Indianapolis, IN 46268-0960
Eligibility: Applicants must be working toward a degree in one of the following fields: animal science, animal nutrition, dairy science, poultry science, equine/equestrian science, agriculture, agricultural science, agricultural business management, economics, finance or marketing and sales. Applicants must attend college in and be residents of one of the following states: Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Missouri, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia or West Virginia. Selection is based on the overall strength of the application.
Amount: $1,000
Deadline: January 12
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.ffa.org/participate/grants-and-scholarships/
Sponsor: Kids’ Chance of Michigan
3001 West Big Beaver Road
Suite 210
Troy, MI 48084
Eligibility: Applicants must be Michigan residents between the ages of 17 and 22. Students must have a parent who sustained an injury or fatality in a Michigan work related accident covered by workers' compensation. Applicants must demonstrate financial need.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: July 31 (Fall) and November 29 (Winter)
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://www.kidschanceofmi.org/
Sponsor: Kalamazoo Community Foundation
402 East Michigan Avenue
Kalamazoo, MI 49007-3888
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating high school seniors who are residents of Kalamazoo County, are enrolled in a high school within Kalamazoo County or graduating high school seniors at South Haven High School. Students must be pursuing vocational or technical training or an associate's or bachelor's degree. Applicants must have lost a parent through death or abandonment beyond infancy.
Amount: $2,000-$3,000
Deadline: March 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://www.kalfound.org
Sponsor: Community Foundation for Muskegon County
425 W. Western Avenue
Suite 200
Muskegon, MI 49440
Eligibility: Applicants must be Muskegon County residents pursuing a degree within the state of Michigan.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: February 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://muskegonfoundation.org/give/our-funds/?fwp_fund_type=scholarship
Sponsor: Leaders Advancing and Helping Communities
5275 Kenilworth Street
Dearborn, MI 48126-3197
Eligibility: Applicants must be U.S. citizens, Michigan residents, be high school seniors and have a GPA of 3.5 or higher. Students do not need to be Lebanese Americans to apply. Applicants must demonstrate financial need.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: March 31
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://lahc.org/scholarship-program/
Sponsor: Muskingum County Community Foundation
534 Putnam Avenue
Zanesville, OH 43701
Eligibility: Applicants must be Ohio and Michigan high school seniors graduating in the spring.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: April 7
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.mccf.org
Sponsor: Berrien Community Foundation
2900 S. State Street
Suite 2E
Saint Joseph, MI 49085
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating high school seniors or students returning to school with a minimum 2.0 GPA who demonstrate financial need. This award is geared towards students planning to attend an accredited trade school or trades training program at a college.
Amount: Up to $2,000
Deadline: March 4
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.berriencommunity.org/scholar
Sponsor: Grand Rapids Community Foundation
185 Oakes Street SW
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Eligibility: Applicants must provide an academic transcript from most recent semester. High school seniors must include first semester senior year. In addition, students must include an essay with application.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: March 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.grfoundation.org
Sponsor: Lake Michigan Credit Union
Eligibility: Applicants must be residents of Michigan or Florida or members of Lake Michigan Credit Union or the children of members. Students must be high school seniors who plan to enter a trade school, college or university.
Amount: $2,000
Deadline: January 5
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.lmcu.org/about/community-relations/hutt-scholarship/
Sponsor: Gratiot County Community Foundation
168 East Center Street
Ithaca, MI 48847
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors of a Gratiot County high school pursuing post-secondary education at a college, university or vocational/trade school. Students must be pursuing a career in agriculture, engineering, computer-aided drafting or related field with a minimum 2.5 GPA. Applicants must demonstrate financial need.
Amount: Up to $1,000
Deadline: March 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.gratiotfoundation.org/
Sponsor: Saginaw Community Foundation
1 Tuscola
Suite 100B
Saginaw, MI 48607
Eligibility: Applicants must be high school seniors who are residents of Saginaw County Michigan, Lyon County Minnesota, or Muscatine County Iowa. Students must be pursuing an undergraduate degree in agriculture or agriculture-related occupations with a minimum 2.5 GPA. Applicants must submit letters of recommendation, a recent school transcript, a completed FAFSA, an essay and a special attachment or membership verification information.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: February 10
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.saginawfoundation.org/site/scholarships/
Sponsor: American Society of Civil Engineers-Michigan Section
ASCE Michigan Section Scholarships
215 N. Walnut Street
Lansing, MI 48933
Eligibility: Applicants must be U.S. citizens and Michigan residents. They must be rising undergraduate juniors or seniors who are enrolled full-time in an ABET-accredited civil engineering degree program. They must have a GPA of 2.5 or higher on a four-point scale. Selection is based on academic achievement, personal qualities and financial need.
Amount: $10,000
Deadline: May (Memorial Day)
How to apply: Applications are available online. An application form and an official transcript are required.
Website: https://branches.asce.org/michigan-se/other-asce-scholarships
Sponsor: Grand Haven Area Community Foundation
One South Harbor Drive
Grand Haven, MI 49417
Eligibility: Applicants must be students attending public colleges and universities in Michigan and pursuing a course of study in veterinary medicine. This scholarship aims to produce future Doctors of Veterinary Medicine and Vet Technicians to care for animals.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: February 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://ghacf.org/scholarships/
Sponsor: Bay Area Community Foundation
Pere Marquette Depot
1000 Adams Street
Suite 200
Bay City, MI 48708
Eligibility: Applicants must be residents of Bay County, participate in prior extracurricular activities and contributed to John Glenn High School in a positive manner. Students must prove good academic performance and attendance, although these will be secondary criteria for selection. Applicants must submit two letters of recommendation, a FAFSA application, a current transcript, a personal essay and an acceptable portrait photo as a JPEG or PNG along with their application.
Amount: $5,000
Deadline: First Monday in February
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://bayfoundation.org/
Sponsor: Barry Community Foundation
231 South Broadway
Hastings, MI 49058
Eligibility: Applicants must graduating seniors or graduates with demonstrated financial need who have been accepted to an accredited educational institution. Selection is based on the overall strength of the application.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: March 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.barrycf.org/scholarships/
Sponsor: American Society of Civil Engineers-Michigan Section
ASCE Michigan Section Scholarships
215 N. Walnut Street
Lansing, MI 48933
Eligibility: Applicants must be U.S. citizens, Michigan residents and rising juniors or seniors who are enrolled full-time in an ABET-accredited civil engineering degree program. They must have a GPA of 2.5 or higher on a four-point scale and have made a notable contribution to civil engineering student activities. Selection is based on academic merit.
Amount: $1,500
Deadline: May 27
How to apply: Applications are available online. An application form and an official transcript are required.
Website: https://branches.asce.org/michigan-se/other-asce-scholarships
Sponsor: Bay Area Community Foundation
Pere Marquette Depot
1000 Adams Street
Suite 200
Bay City, MI 48708
Eligibility: Applicants must be Arenac or Bay County residents who are enrolled or planning on enrolling in a speech pathology or special education program. A minimum GPA of 2.5 is required. Selection is based on school and community involvement.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: First Monday in February
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://bayfoundation.org/
Sponsor: Berrien Community Foundation
2900 S. State Street
Suite 2E
Saint Joseph, MI 49085
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors from high schools in Bridgman, Buchanan, Galien, Harbert, Lakeside, New Buffalo, Sawyer, Three Oaks or Union Pier or adults returning to education who reside in Bridgman, Buchanan, Galien, Harbert, Lakeside, New Buffalo, Sawyer, Three Oaks or Union Pier. Students must have a minimum 3.0 GPA and be pursuing careers in trades, nursing, environmental studies or in the medical technician fields. Preference will be given to applicants who are current or past graduates of River Valley High School.
Amount: $1,000
Deadline: March 4
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.berriencommunity.org/scholar
Sponsor: Medical Group Management Association
104 Inverness Terrace East
Englewood, CO 80112-5306
Eligibility: Applicants must be members of the Medical Group Management Association (MGMA). They must be residents of one of the MGMA Midwest Section states, namely Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota or Wisconsin. They must be undergraduate or graduate students who are enrolled in a degree program that is related to medical practice management (such as public health, business administration or health care administration). Selection is based on the overall strength of the application.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: May 1
How to apply: Applications are available online. An application form and supporting materials are required.
Website: https://mgma.com/career-pathways/career-advancement/career-resources/scholarships
Sponsor: Bay Area Community Foundation
Pere Marquette Depot
1000 Adams Street
Suite 200
Bay City, MI 48708
Eligibility: Applicants must submit a FAFSA to demonstrate financial need, be a Bay City Western High School senior or recent graduate and preferably be an athlete of a varsity sport during their senior year. Students prove solid academic ability and submit two letters of recommendation, a current transcript, a personal essay and an acceptable portrait photo as a JPEG or PNG along with their application.
Amount: $5,000
Deadline: First Monday in February
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://bayfoundation.org/
Sponsor: Four County Community Foundation Scholarships
231 East St. Clair Street
Almont, MI 48003
Eligibility: Applicants must be high school seniors and recent graduates of any Michigan high school who are pursuing a degree in insurance or risk management at an accredited college or university. A student may receive up to four MIPIA awards and selections are limited to students who have a high record of participation in community services or activities.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: March 2
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.4ccf.org
Sponsor: Michigan Student Aid
Student Scholarships and Grants
P.O. Box 30462
Lansing, MI 48909-7962
Eligibility: Applicants must be Michigan residents since July 1 of the previous calendar year and have received a qualifying score on the ACT and a minimum 2.0 GPA. Applicants must also demonstrate financial need and be enrolled in an approved Michigan college or university. Applicants cannot be pursuing a degree in theology, divinity or religious education. This award is based on both financial need and academic merit.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: May 1
How to apply: File a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
Website: http://www.michigan.gov/mistudentaid/
Sponsor: Michigan Council of Women in Technology Foundation
Attn.: Scholarship Committee
One Towne Square
Suite 690
Southfield, MI 48076
Eligibility: Applicants must be high school seniors or undergraduate or graduate students who are Michigan residents and U.S. citizens with a GPA of 3.0 or higher. Students must be enrolled in a full-time undergraduate or graduate degree program in a major such as information systems, computer science, computer engineering, software engineering, computer information systems, digital forensics or software engineering. (Note: This is not a complete list.) Applicants must maintain program requirements and will be subject to verification.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: January 31
How to apply: Applications are available online. An application form, transcript, two letters of recommendation and research project description (for research grant applicants only) are required.
Website: https://mcwt.org/programs/list/University-Initiatives/Scholarship-Program
Sponsor: Grand Traverse Regional Community Foundation
250 East Front St
Suite 310
Traverse City, MI 49684
Eligibility: Applicants must be employed for at least one continuous year at an MCMCFC member facility or be the spouse or child of an employee. Students must be enrolled in a college or university in the state of Michigan majoring in a health/ human services field of study, at a junior level with at least a 3.0 GPA or accepted into a certified nursing program.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: March 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.gtrcf.org
Sponsor: Michigan Society of Professional Engineers
PO Box 160
Parma, MI 49269
Eligibility: Applicants must be U.S. citizens, residents of Michigan and high school seniors. They must be accepted at an ABET-accredited college or university in Michigan and must have plans to pursue a degree in engineering. Students must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher for both the 10th and 11th grade years and a minimum composite ACT score of 26 or higher. Selection is based on GPA, ACT score, personal essay, extracurricular activities, any college-level coursework completed and honors received.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: February 17
How to apply: Applications are available online. An application form, personal essay and official transcript are required.
Website: https://www.michiganspe.org/scholarships/
Sponsor: Berrien Community Foundation
2900 S. State Street
Suite 2E
Saint Joseph, MI 49085
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating high school seniors or current college students pursuing the study of viticulture. Students must demonstrate financial need.
Amount: Up to $1,000
Deadline: March 4
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.berriencommunity.org/scholar
Sponsor: American Legion, Department of Michigan
212 N. Verlinden Avenue, Suite A
Lansing, MI 48915
Eligibility: Applicants must be high school students under the age of 20 who are U.S. citizens or legal residents and residents of the state. Students first give an oration within their state and winners compete at the national level. The oration must be related to the Constitution of the United States focusing on the duties and obligations citizens have to the government. It must be in English and be between eight and ten minutes. There is also an assigned topic which is posted on the website, and it should be between three and five minutes.
Amount: Up to $2,000
Deadline: December 1
How to apply: Application information is available online under the link "Forms and Applications."
Website: http://www.michiganlegion.org
Sponsor: Student Scholarships and Grants
P.O. Box 30462
Lansing, MI 48909-7962
Eligibility: Applicants must be the spouse or child of a deceased Michigan sheriff, deputy, village or township marshal, state, city, village or township officer or a fire department member who was responsible for extinguishing fires. The death must have been the direct result of an injury incurred in the line of duty. The applicant must be a Michigan resident whose family income is less than 400 percent of the federal poverty level, excluding death benefits from the deceased officer or firefighter. If the applicant is the child of the officer or firefighter, he must have been under the age of 21 at the time of death.
Amount: Full Tuition
Deadline: As soon as possible after October 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://www.michigan.gov/osg
Sponsor: Bay Area Community Foundation
Pere Marquette Depot
1000 Adams Street
Suite 200
Bay City, MI 48708
Eligibility: Applicants must already be enrolled in a two- or four-year program in the diesel equipment technology field and maintain a GPA of at least 2.5. They must also submit two recommendation letters, a current academic transcript and a 2,500-3,000-word essay. Former applicants may reapply.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: February 7
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://bayfoundation.org/
Sponsor: Michigan Student Aid
Student Scholarships and Grants
P.O. Box 30462
Lansing, MI 48909-7962
Eligibility: Applicants must be U.S. citizens, permanent residents or approved refugees. They must be Michigan residents who have lived there since at least July 1 of the previous calendar year and must be undergraduate students who are attending an approved Michigan college or university at least part-time. They must demonstrate financial need and not be in default on a federal student loan. Applicants who are pursuing degrees in divinity, theology or religious education are ineligible. Selection is based on financial need.
Amount: Up to full tuition
Deadline: May 1
How to apply: Application is made by filing the FAFSA.
Website: http://www.michigan.gov/mistudentaid/
Sponsor: Michigan Department of Treasury
P.O. Box 30462
Lansing, MI 48909-7962
Eligibility: Applicants must be upcoming high school graduates or GED recipients under the age of 20 and also must have received Medicaid for 24 months in a 36 month period after their 12th birthday. Qualifying students will receive an acceptance form, which must be returned to the Office of Scholarships and Grants to become eligible. The program covers tuition and mandatory fees for students pursuing an associate degree and up to $2,000 for studies in pursuit of a four-year degree.
Amount: Up to full tuition
Deadline: August 31
How to apply: Applications are available from the Michigan Department of Human Services.
Website: http://www.michigan.gov/
Sponsor: Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan
333 W. Fort Street, Suite 2010
Detroit, MI 48226
Eligibility: Applicants must be Michigan and Florida graduating seniors who would be first-generation college students with demonstrated financial need. Students must be in good standing with a minimum 2.5 GPA while they also keep making the satisfactory progress requirement. Preference will be given to students who demonstrate financial need as determined by the Free Application for Financial Student Aid (FAFSA).
Amount: $1,000
Deadline: March 15
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://cfsem.org/scholarships/scholarship-opportunities/
Sponsor: Grand Rapids Community Foundation
185 Oakes Street SW
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Eligibility: Applicants must be students of color accepted to or presently attending an accredited law school within the U.S. with a permanent residence in Michigan or attending a Michigan law school. Students must demonstrate financial need and have a minimum 3.0 GPA.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: March
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.grfoundation.org
Sponsor: Barry Community Foundation
231 South Broadway
Hastings, MI 49058
Eligibility: Applicants must have applied for and/or received a Pell Grant. Students must have custody of dependent children under 18 years of age and have been accepted to an accredited educational institution. Applicants must not be dependents claimed on another individual Federal Tax Return.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: June 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.barrycf.org/scholarships/
Sponsor: Michigan Society of Professional Engineers
PO Box 160
Parma, MI 49269
Eligibility: Applicants must be high school seniors who are Michigan residents and U.S. citizens. They must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher for the sophomore and junior years of high school and a composite ACT score of 26 or higher. Students must be accepted into a Michigan institution of higher learning that has an ABET-accredited engineering degree program. Selection is based on personal essay, awards and recognitions, GPA, ACT scores and any college-level coursework that has been completed.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: February 17
How to apply: Applications are available online. An application form, transcript, personal essay and ACT score report are required.
Website: https://www.michiganspe.org/scholarships/
Sponsor: Bay Area Community Foundation
Pere Marquette Depot
1000 Adams Street
Suite 200
Bay City, MI 48708
Eligibility: Applicants must have a minimum 3.0 GPA and submit a FAFSA demonstrating financial need with preference given to Garber High School seniors involved in music and/or drama. Students must submit two letters of recommendation, a current transcript, a personal essay and an acceptable portrait photo as a JPEG or PNG along with their application.
Amount: $5,000
Deadline: First Monday in February
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://bayfoundation.org/
Sponsor: Paso Del Norte Community Foundation
221 N. Kansas Street
Suite 1900
El Paso, TX 79901
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating high school students with a minimum 2.5 GPA. Students must be residents of Michigan, New Mexico and Texas.
Amount: $1,500
Deadline: September 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://pdnfoundation.org/grants-and-scholarships/scholarships
Sponsor: Michigan Gateway Community Foundation
111 Days Avenue
Buchanan, MI 49107
Eligibility: Applicant must demonstrate good academic standing in school, as well as high personal character and citizenship.
Amount: $1,500
Deadline: March 10
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://mgcf.org/scholarships/
Sponsor: Four County Community Foundation Scholarships
231 East St. Clair Street
Almont, MI 48003
Eligibility: Applicants must be high school seniors who are active members of the Michigan Wolves Hawks Soccer Club and who plan to continue their education at an accredited college or university. Students must have high academic achievements and demonstrated leadership and public service.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: March 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.4ccf.org
Sponsor: Bay Area Community Foundation
Pere Marquette Depot
1000 Adams Street
Suite 200
Bay City, MI 48708
Eligibility: Applicants must be full-time students attending Arenac Eastern, Au Gres-Sims, Pinconning Central, Standish Sterling Central or Whittemore-Prescott high school who will enter college or a licensed vocational school in the fall immediately after high school graduation. They must also maintain a minimum 2.5 GPA. Selection criteria emphasize financial need, academic talent and intent and evidence of community leadership.
Amount: $5,000
Deadline: February 7
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://bayfoundation.org/
Sponsor: Bay Area Community Foundation
Pere Marquette Depot
1000 Adams Street
Suite 200
Bay City, MI 48708
Eligibility: Applicants must submit a completed FAFSA form to document their financial need, two recommendation letters, a current academic transcript and a 2,500-3,000-word essay.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: February 7
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://bayfoundation.org/
Sponsor: Berrien Community Foundation
2900 S. State Street
Suite 2E
Saint Joseph, MI 49085
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduates or graduating seniors of a high school in Berrien County with a minimum 2.0 GPA who demonstrate financial need. Students must be planning to attend an accredited trade school or trades training program at a two- or four-year college and pursue a relevant career path in any of the following examples: carpenter, plumber, HVAC technician, electrician or mason as well as administrative assistant general office occupations or business management programs. Preference may also be given to students who participate in a Habitat for Humanity or similar serviceable organization program or who has work-related experience.
Amount: Up to $1,000
Deadline: March 4
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.berriencommunity.org/scholar
Sponsor: Bay Area Community Foundation
Pere Marquette Depot
1000 Adams Street
Suite 200
Bay City, MI 48708
Eligibility: Applicants must be full-time students, maintain a GPA of at least 3.0 and submit a completed FAFSA form to document their financial need. They must also submit two recommendation letters, a current academic transcript and a 2,500-3,000-word essay.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: February 7
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://bayfoundation.org/
Sponsor: Berrien Community Foundation
2900 S. State Street
Suite 2E
Saint Joseph, MI 49085
Eligibility: Applicants must be majoring in an agricultural field including but not limited to the following: animal husbandry, pre-veterinarian or veterinary tech, soil conservation and agricultural science or who will attend a vocational or trade school. Students must be between the ages of 17 and 20 and have received a high school diploma or equivalent in the last year. Applicants must demonstrate financial need and have been an exhibitor at the Berrien County Youth Fair for a minimum of 5 years.
Amount: Up to $2,500
Deadline: March 4
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.berriencommunity.org/scholar
Sponsor: Bay Area Community Foundation
Pere Marquette Depot
1000 Adams Street
Suite 200
Bay City, MI 48708
Eligibility: Applicants must be a high school senior, have a minimum 3.0 GPA and have been a softball player for a two-year minimum. Students must submit two letters of recommendation one of which being written by their softball coach. Applicants must submit two letters of recommendation, a FAFSA application, a current transcript, a personal essay and an acceptable portrait photo as a JPEG or PNG along with their application.
Amount: $5,000
Deadline: First Monday in February
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://bayfoundation.org/
Sponsor: Grand Rapids Community Foundation
185 Oakes Street SW
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Eligibility: Applicants must be residents of Michigan currently completing or possessing an undergraduate and will be pursuing a full-time graduate or post-graduate degree in business, law or education at any accredited university in Michigan. Students must have financial need and a minimum 3.0 GPA.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: April
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.grfoundation.org
Sponsor: Grand Rapids Community Foundation
185 Oakes Street SW
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Eligibility: Applicants must be senior students graduating from Wyoming High School in Wyoming, Michigan or Muskegan High School in Muskegon, Michigan who are planning to attend an accredited college/university located in the U.S. with a preference given to education or entrepreneurial studies or a graduate of Muskegon High School, in Muskegon, Michigan enrolled in the entrepreneurial studies program at Muskegon Community College. Students must have financial need and a minimum 3.0 cumulative grade point average.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: April
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.grfoundation.org
Sponsor: Allegan County Community Foundation
524 Marshall Street
Allegan, MI 49010
Eligibility: Selection is based on the overall strength of the application. Preference is given to children or grandchildren of past or current law enforcement officers, fire safety officers or EMTs.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: March
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://alleganfoundation.org/Scholarships
Sponsor: Bay Area Community Foundation
Pere Marquette Depot
1000 Adams Street
Suite 200
Bay City, MI 48708
Eligibility: Applicants must be in good academic standing, have a minimum 3.0 GPA and be a Bay City Central High School graduate. Students must be able to prove acceptance into the desired field with preference given to well-rounded, adult full-time students. Applicants must submit two letters of recommendation, a FAFSA application, a current transcript, a personal essay and an acceptable portrait photo as a JPEG or PNG along with their application.
Amount: $5,000
Deadline: First Monday in February
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://bayfoundation.org/
Sponsor: American Water Works Association - Michigan Section
Attn.: Faust Scholarship Committee
P.O. Box 150469
Grand Rapids, MI 49515
Eligibility: Applicants must be members of the Michigan Section of the American Water Works Association (AWWA). They must be current water utility employees, the dependents of current water utility employees or prospective water utility professionals. They must be pursuing or planning to pursue a college degree in a subject that relates to the drinking water field. Selection is based on commitment to the water supply industry.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: July 1
How to apply: Applications are available online. An application form is required.
Website: http://www.mi-water.org/?page=Scholarships
Sponsor: United Negro College Fund (UNCF)
1805 7th Street NW
Washington, DC 20001
Eligibility: Applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents and reside in or be permanents residents of Michigan. Students must be current college freshmen enrolled full-time at any accredited four-year institution, non-profit college or university and have a minimum 2.5 GPA.
Amount: $4,500
Deadline: July 7
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://uncf.org/scholarships
Sponsor: Bay Area Community Foundation
Pere Marquette Depot
1000 Adams Street
Suite 200
Bay City, MI 48708
Eligibility: Applicants must be a Bay County resident, enrolled as a full-time student in a four-year university while maintaining a GPA of at least 2.5 and have documented financial need.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: February 7
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://bayfoundation.org/
Sponsor: Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan
333 W. Fort Street, Suite 2010
Detroit, MI 48226
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors who are children of eligible Michigan Teamsters members. Preference will be given to students who have strong scholastic performance while in high school or significant academic improvement in each successive year, achieving the equivalent of a B average at graduation and also showing exemplary qualities of leadership in school, extra-curricular activities, and the community.
Amount: $1,000
Deadline: March 15
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://cfsem.org/scholarships/scholarship-opportunities/
Sponsor: Michigan Townships Association
512 Westshire Drive
Lansing, MI 48917
Eligibility: Applicants must be undergraduate juniors, undergraduate seniors or graduate students who are attending a Michigan college or university. They must be majoring in public administration and must have plans to pursue a career in that field. Selection is based on academic merit, extracurricular activities and stated career goals.
Amount: Up to $1,000
Deadline: May 31
How to apply: Applications are available online. An application form, one letter of recommendation, a personal essay and a resolution of support from a Michigan township board are required.
Website: http://www.michigantownships.org
Sponsor: Grand Rapids Community Foundation
185 Oakes Street SW
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Eligibility: Applicants must be seniors at South Christian High School planning to enroll in a full-time program at any accredited college, university, vocational or technical school. Students must be planning to major in healthcare, education or business and have a minimum 3.0 GPA. Applicants must demonstrate financial need.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: April
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.grfoundation.org
Sponsor: Michigan Gateway Community Foundation
111 Days Avenue
Buchanan, MI 49107
Eligibility: Applicants must demonstrate financial need. Students must provide evidence of citizenship through school, community, work history or personal activity.
Amount: $1,000
Deadline: March 10
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://mgcf.org/scholarships/
Sponsor: Rosa L. Parks Scholarship Foundation
160 W. Fort Street
Detroit, MI 48226
Eligibility: Applicants must be Michigan high school seniors who will graduate by August of the application year. They must have a GPA of 2.5 or higher and have taken the SAT or ACT. An essay is required.
Amount: $2,000
Deadline: March 3
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.rosaparksscholarship.org/
Sponsor: Kalamazoo Community Foundation
402 East Michigan Avenue
Kalamazoo, MI 49007-3888
Eligibility: Applicants must demonstrate financial need. Students must have been involved in athletics as well as school and community activities.
Amount: $600
Deadline: March 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://www.kalfound.org
Sponsor: Bay Area Community Foundation
Pere Marquette Depot
1000 Adams Street
Suite 200
Bay City, MI 48708
Eligibility: Applicants must be a Bay County resident and full-time student who has maintained a GPA of at least 3.0 for the past three semesters. Selection criteria prefer active students who have participated heavily in school activities and community service. Awardees can reapply up to three times, but must maintain a minimum 2.75 GPA.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: February 7
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://bayfoundation.org/
Sponsor: Saginaw Community Foundation
1 Tuscola
Suite 100B
Saginaw, MI 48607
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors from an accredited high school within the Promise Zone who are enrolled at an accredited, public or private post-secondary college or university within the state of Michigan. Students, their parents and/or legal guardians must reside within the boundaries of the Saginaw School District. Applicants must submit letters of recommendation, a recent school transcript, a completed FAFSA, an essay and a special attachment or membership verification information.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: February 10
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.saginawfoundation.org/site/scholarships/
Sponsor: National Kidney Foundation of Michigan
1169 Oak Valley Drive
Ann Arbor, MI 48108
Eligibility: Applicants must live in Michigan and be in treatment for kidney failure or have received a kidney transplant. Students must have a minimum GPA of 2.0 and be enrolled at an accredited two or four-year institution.
Amount: $200-$700
Deadline: April 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.nkfm.org/help-information/patient-services/scholarships
Sponsor: Allegan County Community Foundation
524 Marshall Street
Allegan, MI 49010
Eligibility: Applicants must be intent on full-time college enrollment. Selection is based on demonstration of academic achievement, leadership skills and community service.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: February
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://alleganfoundation.org/Scholarships
Sponsor: Bay Area Community Foundation
Pere Marquette Depot
1000 Adams Street
Suite 200
Bay City, MI 48708
Eligibility: Applicants must be Bay County residents living within the current boundaries of Pinconning School District, attend an accredited college or trade school and submit a completed FAFSA form to document their financial need. Former awardees may reapply.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: February 7
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://bayfoundation.org/
Sponsor: National Association for Campus Activities
13 Harbison Way
Columbia, SC 29212
Eligibility: Students must hold a significant campus leadership position and demonstrate significant leadership skills and abilities. Students must also be making significant contributions through on- or off-campus volunteering. Applicants must also be current undergraduate or graduate students in Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio, western Pennsylvania or West Virginia and have a minimum 3.0 GPA.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: November 30
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.naca.org/resources/scholarships-grants.html
Sponsor: Kalamazoo Community Foundation
402 East Michigan Avenue
Kalamazoo, MI 49007-3888
Eligibility: Applicants must have been orphaned, abused, abandoned or neglected as a child, and must provide legal documentation as evidence. Students must submit FAFSA form.
Amount: $500
Deadline: March 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://www.kalfound.org
Sponsor: Bay Area Community Foundation
Pere Marquette Depot
1000 Adams Street
Suite 200
Bay City, MI 48708
Eligibility: Applicants must be at least 25 years of age and submit two recommendation letters, a current academic transcript and a 2,500-3,000-word essay. Open to those attending a community college, college, university or apprenticeship program or those participating in overseas studies.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: February 7
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://bayfoundation.org/
Sponsor: Bay Area Community Foundation
Pere Marquette Depot
1000 Adams Street
Suite 200
Bay City, MI 48708
Eligibility: Applicants must be Bay County residents with financial need. A minimum GPA of 2.5 is required. Students are encouraged to submit a letter of recommendation from a science teacher.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: First Monday in February
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://bayfoundation.org/
Sponsor: Barry Community Foundation
231 South Broadway
Hastings, MI 49058
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors with financial need who have been accepted to an accredited educational institution. Preference is given to members of the Thornapple Garden Club. Selection is based on the overall strength of the application.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: February 20
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.barrycf.org/scholarships/
Sponsor: Grand Rapids Community Foundation
185 Oakes Street SW
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Eligibility: Applicants must be senior graduating students from a Michigan Public High School pursuing a full-time undergraduate degree in Architecture, landscape architecture, interior design, or building engineering field of study at an accredited college/university. Students must have financial need and a minimum 3.25 cumulative grade point average.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: April
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.grfoundation.org
Sponsor: Bay Area Community Foundation
Pere Marquette Depot
1000 Adams Street
Suite 200
Bay City, MI 48708
Eligibility: Applicants must be residents of Bay County, have a minimum 3.0 GPA, and plan on pursing a natural sciences degree. Students must submit two letters of recommendation, a FAFSA application, a current transcript, a personal essay and an acceptable portrait photo as a JPEG or PNG along with their application.
Amount: $5,000
Deadline: First Monday in February
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://bayfoundation.org/
Sponsor: Bay Area Community Foundation
Pere Marquette Depot
1000 Adams Street
Suite 200
Bay City, MI 48708
Eligibility: Applicants must be residents of Bay County who have maintained a GPA of at least 2.8. Selection criteria favor students interested in education or journalism. Former awardees may reapply.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: February 7
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://bayfoundation.org/
Sponsor: Grand Rapids Community Foundation
185 Oakes Street SW
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Eligibility: Applicants must be residents of Kent or Ottawa County majoring in an undergraduate-level health service-related field at any accredited Michigan college or university. Students must have financial need and a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: April
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.grfoundation.org
Sponsor: Kalamazoo Community Foundation
402 East Michigan Avenue
Kalamazoo, MI 49007-3888
Eligibility: Applicants must have, either through a plea bargain or conviction, been found guilty of a criminal offense and be able to document how he or she has overcome adversity and/or obstacles in his or her life. Students must demonstrate financial need.
Amount: $500
Deadline: March 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://www.kalfound.org
Sponsor: Duluth Superior Area Community Foundation
Zeitgeist Arts Building
222 East Superior Street
Suite 302
Duluth, MN 55802
Eligibility: Applicants must be protestant graduates of Duluth Public High Schools who will attend college or university in the states of Minnesota, Wisconsin, Michigan, Iowa, Indiana, or Illinois.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: February 15
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://www.dsacommunityfoundation.com
Sponsor: Michigan Gateway Community Foundation
111 Days Avenue
Buchanan, MI 49107
Eligibility: Recipients will be determined based on high achievement in scholarship, citizenship and extracurricular activities.
Amount: $1,000
Deadline: March 10
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://mgcf.org/scholarships/
Sponsor: Kalamazoo Community Foundation
402 East Michigan Avenue
Kalamazoo, MI 49007-3888
Eligibility: Financial need may or may not be a consideration.
Amount: $1,000
Deadline: March 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://www.kalfound.org
Sponsor: Bay Area Community Foundation
Pere Marquette Depot
1000 Adams Street
Suite 200
Bay City, MI 48708
Eligibility: Applicants must be Bay City residents with financial need who intend on enrolling as full-time students. A minimum GPA of 3.0 is required. Selection is based on the overall strength of the application. Students must submit grade transcripts, FAFSA Student Aid Report, two letters of recommendation and an essay.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: First Monday in February
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://bayfoundation.org/
Sponsor: American Legion, Department of Michigan
212 N. Verlinden Avenue, Suite A
Lansing, MI 48915
Eligibility: Applicants must be sons, daughters or grandchildren of war-time veterans, residents of Michigan, have a minimum 2.5 GPA and plan to attend a college or university. Scholarships are based on financial need, academic standing and applicants' goals. Applicants must also provide proof of a parent's military service record. They should send scholarship information to the county district committee person.
Amount: $500
Deadline: January 22
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://www.michiganlegion.org
Sponsor: Barry Community Foundation
231 South Broadway
Hastings, MI 49058
Eligibility: Applicants must be residents of Barry County. Preference is given to women who are age 21 or older. Selection is based on the overall strength of the application.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: February 20
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.barrycf.org/scholarships/
Sponsor: National Association for Campus Activities
13 Harbison Way
Columbia, SC 29212
Eligibility: Applicants must be current undergraduate or graduate students who hold a significant campus leadership position, demonstrate significant leadership skills and abilities and make significant contributions through on- or off-campus volunteering. Students must attend school in Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio, West Virginia or western Pennsylvania.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: November 30
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.naca.org/resources/scholarships-grants.html
