
Important Note: The purpose of this detailed listing is to help you plan your scholarship search throughout the year. Please find information below about scholarships for Michigan students. Some of the deadlines may be from prior years. Scholarship deadlines are cyclical, so even if a deadline has passed, the website will likely be updated for the 2023-2024 cycle. Be sure to reach out to the sponsor or check sponsor websites for the most recent details.

January
This scholarship awards up to three state scholarships between $500 and $1,500 to eligible high school seniors. MASFPS also submits applications of the top two Michigan awardees to NAFEPA for consideration to receive one of four NAFEPA Scholarships of $2500 each. The deadline is January 11th. Read more here.
This is for high school seniors that are planning to pursue a two-year / four-year degree in any major. Applicants must apply online and then visit their local participating Ford Truck dealer for signature and dealer code. The application deadline is on January 12th. More info here.
This contest is for enrolled students 9-12th grade within the area of Southeastern Michigan. Public, private and homeschool students are eligible. The amount varies from 1st to 3rd place winners and the deadline is January 22nd. Learn more here.
This scholarship aims to continue her legacy and the spirit of the NAACP. The amount given varies and this is available to high school seniors with a minimum GPA of 2.0. Applicants’ legal guardians must be current members of Saginaw NAACP Branch. Students must also have residency in Saginaw, Bay, or Midland counties. The deadline is January 22nd. Learn more here.
This scholarship is for full-time graduating high school seniors with a 3.4 GPA, of any ethnic or cultural background, who plan to attend an accredited college or university (2-year and 4-year) in fall. Must be citizens or permanent residents of the United States and must be residents of of the following states where we currently have participating InspirASIAN chapters: Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nevada, New Jersey, Ohio, Texas, Washington and Wisconsin. The amount varies and the deadline is January 31st. For more info here.
This scholarship gives up to 44 awards to graduates of Michigan high schools that show an interest in the advancement of minorities in American societies. The scholarship is worth $4,125 per academic year. To continue to receive the scholarship you must maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher. You must also live on campus your freshman and sophomore year and be enrolled as a full time student. The deadline is January 31st. Click here for the application
This scholarship is for $1,800 and given to graduates of Holland Christian High School entering freshman year at Calvin College and must have a cumulative 3.0 GPA or higher. Preference is given to those who are afflicted with multiple sclerosis, exhibit strong Christian character as demonstrated by their love for God, their family, and for their fellow citizens of God’s kingdom. Financial need is considered. The deadline is January 31st. Read more here.
Will provide approximately ten Monroe High School seniors with $1,000 Scholarship awards. You must be enrolled as a full-time student in a post-secondary education program for the fall. Applicants must have a 3.0 GPA, have participated in school and community activities, and have financial struggles. The deadline for applications is January 31st. Application found here.
February
This is offered to U.S. high school seniors who are residents of Iowa or Michigan and have participated in community service and are pursuing or plan to pursue a bachelor’s degree in an agriculture-related field excluding food service, parks and recreation studies, and dietetics. The scholarship award is valued at a non-renewable $1,000 annually offered to two successful applicants. The eligible applicant must be a member of the Future Farmers of America. The deadline is February 1st. Read more here.
This is open to high school seniors who attend high school in Michigan or are Michigan First Credit Union members attending high school anywhere in the U.S.. The amount awarded is for $1,811. The deadline is February 1st. Learn more here.
This has granted over $100,000 in scholarships for Michigan public or private high school seniors. CCCU members or their children could receive up to $5,000 to defray tuition costs at an accredited two- or four-year college. For eligibility, entrants must intend to live and work in Michigan post-graduation, possess a minimum “B” average, display a track record of community volunteerism, and have unmet need. The deadline is February 1st. Read more here.
This gives two $1,500 awards. This is for graduating seniors of Milan High School striving to be economically independent through higher education. To be eligible you must be a High school graduate and attend an accredited post-secondary institution. And you Must live in the Milan Area School district for at least two years prior to application date. The deadline is February 21st. Application here.
This gives one award up to $2,000, $1,000 per year for two years. This is for Milan High School graduating seniors who wish to complete a bachelor’s degree. To be eligible, students shall have demonstrated scholastic achievement, participation in athletics for at least one year, participation in extracurricular activities, service to the community and school, and based on financial need. Qualifying institutions may be a college or university,and need not be in the state of Michigan. Recipients must be pursuing a bachelor’s degree and attending school full-time. The deadline is February 4th. Application here.
This gives two awards of $1,000. This is for Milan High School graduating seniors. To be eligible, students must have a GPA of 2.8 or above, must have completed four years at Milan High School, must have written recommendations from two faculty members and shall have demonstrated evidence of good citizenship through participation in school and community activities, and maintained a good character. The deadline is February 4th. More info here.
This gives one award of $1,000. This is for Milan High School graduating seniors. To be eligible, recipients must have a GPA of 3.5 or above, shall have lettered in a minimum of 2 varsity sports and have demonstrated community or school citizenship involving leadership experience and responsibilities. And be a resident or City of Milan or Greater Milan area townships for a minimum of 4 years. The deadline is February 4th. Learn more here.
This gives one award of $1,000. This is for Milan High School graduating seniors who wish to pursue undergraduate education. To be eligible, students must have a GPA of 2.6 or above, pursuing a career in the field of health care and shall have demonstrated community or school citizenship involving experience in extracurricular activities. Qualifying institutions may be a college or university and need not be in the state of Michigan full or part time. The deadline is February 4th. Read more here.
This gives one award up to $10,000, $2,500 per year for four years. This is for graduating seniors who have a physical disability. Verification of the physical disability is required by a medical doctor (MD or DO) and must be submitted with the application. Qualifying institutions may be a college or university, community college, or vocational program and need not be in the state of Michigan. The deadline is February 4th. Application here
This is open to all high school students in Michigan. The first place prize is $250, second place is $150, and the third place winner will get $100. Applicants must submit 3 original poems. The deadline for submission is February 14th. More details here.
This scholarship is for high school seniors attending a Saginaw County high school with a 2.0 GPA and higher. Applicants must be pursuing an undergraduate degree. The award varies and the deadline is February 15th. Learn more here.
This gives four $1,500 awards. This is for graduating seniors of Milan High School who have exhibited leadership skills, involvement in school activities, community involvement, and have maintained good character. Qualifying institutions may be a college or university and need not be in the state of Michigan attending full or part time. The deadline is February 15th. More info here.
This is offered to promote continued education for students pursuing a degree in a business or business-related field at an accredited Michigan college or university. To be eligible, you must be a student, parent, or guardian, must be a member of STBA or work for an STBA member employer. You must also be a graduating high school senior or full time college student at an accredited Michigan college or university. The amount varies and the deadline is February 15th. Read more here.
This is for graduates of a Saginaw County high school who are pursuing a math or science degree at an accredited Michigan college full-time. The amount varies and the deadline to apply is February 15th.Learn more here.
This is for graduating seniors interested in art from the Great Lakes Bay region. Applicants must have a 3.0 GPA to apply and may be asked to interview. If selected for an interview, please be prepared to present a portfolio of your art and/or photography. The amount varies and the deadline to apply is February 15th. Important info. here.
To be considered, you must be a dependent MEA member or MEA-Retired member in good standing. You must also be a graduate of a Michigan public high school or private high school that has an MEA bargaining unit. You must attend or are currently an undergraduate student of a Michigan public community/junior college, four-year degree-granting institution, or vocational training institution that grants a degree, certification or license. Those attending the following private institutions only are also eligible: Baker College-Flint/Owosso; University of Detroit–Mercy; Adrian College; Finlandia University; and Albion College. The amount varies and the deadline to apply is February 16th.Read more here.
This awards $2,000 each to up to 100 first-generation college students in Bay County pursuing a degree or certificate at either Saginaw Valley State University or Delta College. A first-generation college student is one whose parents or guardians do not hold bachelor’s degrees.The deadline to apply is February 5th. More info. here.
Is for Michigan high school graduating seniors pursuing an academic degree in the field of engineering from a Michigan institution of higher learning that has been accredited by the Accrediting Board of Engineering & Technology. The Michigan scholarships offered by the MPSE are merit-based and can only be applied to the costs of the ABET approved degree program’s tuition. The deadline is February 17th. More info here.
This scholarship is for graduates of Monroe County High Schools and high schools in Gibraltar, New Boston, Huron, Milan or Flat Rock who are entering the field of journalism and public relations. The amount varies and the deadline is February 21st. For more details here.
This gives multiple Merit Scholarships valued at $2,600 annually to aid college-bound high school seniors in Michigan’s Newaygo, Muskegon, and Oceana counties. Applicants must be pursuing an associate or bachelor’s degree full-time at accredited U.S. colleges, excluding federal military academies, with a GPA between 2.0 and 3.7. Michiganders with higher grades could earn the $10,600 Daniel Gerber Sr. Medallion Scholarship.The deadline is February 28th. Learn more here.
March
The Clarence L. Remynse Scholarship Program is Offering $250 to $7,500 per year to local graduating high school seniors who are pursuing bachelor’s study in business, law, education, psychology, medicine, or STEM fields. Interested candidates must have lived in Kalamazoo County for 12+ months, gain admission at regionally accredited colleges in Michigan, display good citizenship, keep a minimum 3.0 GPA, and submit the FAFSA. The deadline to apply is March 1st. More info. Here.
Offer lucrative scholarships worth up to $80,000 to high school seniors in select areas of Virginia, Michigan, and Illinois. Funding supports academically talented freshmen with a minimum 3.0 GPA attend any University of Michigan campus full-time. Students must select science-related majors in the College of Literature, Science, and the Arts or College of Engineering. The deadline for applications is March 1st. More info. here.
This encourages high school students to stay in school by providing tuition assistance for their first two years of college. Eligible students must apply to the program while attending high school. Tuition assistance is given to qualifying high school graduates who are pursuing an associate degree or approved certification at a state college, university or technical school. Award amounts vary, and are determined on the basis of financial need. The deadline is March 1st. More details here.
This is subsidized by the Federal government, and targets students within the three major urban public school systems within Michigan: Detroit, Flint and Muskegon. GEAR UP recipients must complete the six year GEAR UP Scholarship program, must be under 22 years of age, and must be enrolled in a participating state college or university. The maximum award amount a student may receive is $2,000 per academic year (beginning 2019-20). The lifetime maximum award is $6,000. The deadline is March 1st. Read more here.
This is designed to provide undergraduate tuition assistance to the natural or adoptive children of Michigan’s military veterans. Eligible students may receive up to four years of tuition assistance totaling no more than $11,200. Students must be full time residents of Michigan, and must be attending a state supported college or university. The deadline is March 1st. Learn more here.
This provides tuition waivers for the dependent children and spouses of Michigan police officers and firefighters who have been killed in the line of duty. To be eligible, students must be the spouse or the natural or adoptive child of a deceased police officer or firefighter. Awards are made on the basis of available funds. The deadline is March 1st. More info. here.
This is for $2000 per year for McCurdy and $1000 per year for Scofield. To be considered, you must be a graduating high school senior of private and public schools who legally resides in Calhoun County and are seeking educational opportunities in undergraduate studies at an accredited trade school, college or university and will be attending classes full time. The deadline is March 1st. Apply here.
This is awarded to graduating seniors or former graduates from the Marshall area who are pursuing majors/careers in community service and/or the arts or who show signs of continuing these activities in the future in their essays. Recipients are chosen based on their current community activism and creative endeavors. The amount varies and the deadline is March 1st. Read more here.
Applicants must be graduating seniors from Barry, Branch, Calhoun, and Eaton Counties who plan to attend a trade school, community college,and/or four year institution. Applicants must demonstrate financial need, leadership skills, community involvement, and extracurricular activities. Preference may be given to applicants related to UAW members or retirees. The amount varies and the deadline to apply is March 1st. Learn more here.
This ranges from $300-$500. This scholarship is for high school seniors seeking an education or further training in a non-administrative role in a health-related field. Preference will be given to hospital based occupational fields, such as nursing, radiology, med tech, etc. Recipients will be selected based on merit, need, grades, community involvement, and commitment to a health-related field. Applicants must reside in Albion, Concord, Homer, or Springport. The deadline for applications is March 1st. Apply here.
This is awarded to Calhoun County residents seeking to further their education in natural resources or a related field at any Michigan college or university. Applicants may enroll at a two-year institution with plans to complete a four-year institution. A minimum 2.5 GPA is required. Students who receive this scholarship are encouraged to apply for further support in subsequent years. The amount varies and the deadline is March 1st. More details here.
This is awarded to students of color currently residing in Michigan pursuing a law degree at any accredited law school in the United States. Students must demonstrate financial need, be U.S. citizens and have a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA. Deadline is on March 1st. For more information click here.
This ranges from $1,000 to $6,600 based on financial needs for High-achieving female 10th and 11th graders attending high school in Michigan, Ohio, Minnesota, Nebraska, Missouri, North Dakota and South Dakota. Joyce Ivy Summer Scholars attend summer pre-college programs at eleven partner colleges and universities – Barnard College, Brown University, Cornell University, Emory University, Harvard University, Johns Hopkins University, MIT, Smith College, Stanford University, Washington University in St Louis, University of Chicago, and Yale University. The Deadline is March 1st. More details here.
This will provide up to two $500 awards to graduating seniors of Hillsdale High School who seek an education at a two or four-year college or university business, vocational or trade school.To be considered for this scholarship, you must have a minimum of 2.0 or better grade point average at high school graduation. The deadline for submission is March 1st. Read more here.
This provides an annual scholarship to a Hillsdale County resident who seeks an education at a two or four-year college or university, business, vocational or trade school. Preference will be those applicants pursuing a degree in the fields of Education or Agriculture. To be considered for this scholarship, the applicant must be a graduating senior and have a minimum of a 2.5 or better grade point average. The amount varies and the deadline is March 1st. Learn more here.
This is available to a Hillsdale County resident who seeks an education at a two or four-year college or university business, vocational or trade school. Preference will be those applicants pursuing a teaching degree in the field of Agriculture or Health and Exercise. To be considered for this scholarship, the applicant must be a current or past graduate of a Hillsdale County school, Hudson High School or a homeschooled Hillsdale County resident. The amount varies and the deadline to apply is March 1st. More details here.
This is offered to students who have suffered the loss of a parent or parents through death or abandonment after infancy. To be eligible, applicants must be a graduating high school senior who is a Kalamazoo County resident or attends a high school within Kalamazoo County, or a graduating high school senior who is enrolled in South Haven High School or Gull Lake High School; planning to attend an accredited institution for vocational/technical training or a two- or four-year degree either part or full time; and, demonstrates financial need. The amount awarded is $2,500 and the deadline is March 1st. More information here.
This gives one-time awards of $2,000 to honor the civil rights activist’s historic involvement in the Montgomery Bus Boycott and later Michigan’s Black Power movement. Incoming freshmen must write a brief, 300-word essay on how they’ll use Rosa Parks’ principles to address one of today’s social issues. To be eligible, you must be seniors at public or private Michigan high schools and have post-graduation goals in higher education. The deadline to apply is March 1st. Learn more here.
This is up to $2,000. To be considered, you must be a graduating high school senior or graduate of Paw Paw High School, enrolled or planning to enroll full or part time in a technical school trade school or community college, and enrolled in a course of study that will lead to a career in the field of technology (e.g. auto technician, graphic design, information or manufacturing technology). Must have a minimum 2.0 GPA extracurricular or community volunteer activities and work experience. The deadline is March 1st. Read more here.
This is awarded to a graduating senior residing in Calhoun County or graduating from a school within the CISD who is pursuing a career in law enforcement or as a corrections officer. Applicants must demonstrate a financial need, and be accepted to a Michigan college or university with an accredited Law Enforcement Program. The amount varies and the deadline to apply is March 1st. Read more here.
This is awarded to a student in Marshall, Olivet or the surrounding area, during school or upon graduation, seeking a degree in Performing Arts or for additional enrichment opportunities in performing arts. Applicants must demonstrate financial need. The amount varies and the deadline is March 1st. More details here.
This is given to a graduating senior or previous graduate from Marshall, Olivet or the surrounding area seeking a career in engineering, manufacturing or industrial technologies with programs such as but not limited to, architecture, construction, drafting, electronics, welding and/or other related technologies. Applicants must demonstrate financial need. The amount varies and the deadline is March 1st. Read more here.
This scholarship was established to provide educational opportunities for deserving students who have participated in All God’s Children Community Choir for at least two years. This is a renewable scholarship for up to $2,500 for a graduating senior. The deadline is March 1st. Apply here.
This is a $1,000 non-renewable scholarship to be used at a U.S. college/university for tuition, books, fees, and other costs of attending. Students must have at least a 2.5 GPA and plan to pursue a Bachelor’s degree in the Arts – this includes performing, visual, and graphic arts. All applicants must also demonstrate evidence of financial need. You must also include a small sample of your chosen art. The deadline is March 2nd. Click here to apply.
This is a renewable scholarship for up to $9,000 awarded over four years for graduating seniors and current college students who demonstrate financial need, are involved in community service and are planning to attend a 4-year college/university in Michigan. Preference may be given to students who will attend small or private institutions. The deadline is March 15th. Application here.
This ranges from $250 to $7,500. This foundation manages more than 20 scholarship funds with varying requirements. Students fill out a single application and are matched to scholarships. Transcripts and at least two recommendation letters required. The deadline is March 15th. Learn more here.
This offers two $1,000 scholarships. This is available to any Livonia resident who is a graduating high school senior with a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 3.5. Students may attend any college, university, or trade school and choose any course of study. The deadline to apply is March 15th. Read more here.
This gives two yearly scholarships of a minimum of $300 will be awarded to a high school senior or high school graduate continuing their education at an accredited institution in the year in which they are applying and must be enrolled as a Calhoun County Youth Swine Exhibitor at the time of application. The deadline to apply is March 15th. Application and info. found here.
This provides up to eight semesters of undergraduate tuition to an entering freshman. This also pays their full tuition and room and board. To be eligible, you must have a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or higher, a minimum score of 940 on the SAT or 18 on the ACT, and be accepted as a CMU freshman for the fall. Materials must be submitted on or before the March 8th. More details and application here.
This honors a graduating senior for volunteer service that demonstrates “Service Above Self.” Award recipients will receive a scholarship toward future education. To be eligible, you must be actively involved or demonstrate personal interest in bettering the community through meaningful service, demonstrate good citizenship and leadership, and be enrolled as a high school senior at a Battle Creek area high school. The amount varies and the application is due by March 20th. Apply here.
This supports Michigan public school students in the pursuit of enrichment opportunities that advance learning and create opportunities. With the shortage of skilled trade workers in Michigan, they want to help revitalize these career paths and support students in their professional pursuits. To be eligible, you must be a Michigan resident, be a high school senior attending a Michigan public school, and be enrolled in or plan to enroll in an accredited college. The amount varies and the application is due March 29th. Learn more here.
This is designed to assist high school seniors from urban communities across 10 states, including Detroit, Michigan. The award ranges from $1,000 to $5,000 apiece. To be eligible, you must live in a metropolitan area with a VILLA store, gain full-time admission to an accredited U.S. college, and exhibit active involvement in community service. The deadline to apply is March 30th. Read more here.
This was created to provide support to high school seniors who aspire to further their education and develop a knowledge in Criminal Justice at a College or University in Michigan. The Michigan Sheriffs’ Association will offer a $1,000 scholarship to five graduating seniors. One student from each of the five Districts will be chosen. Nominations can only be made by a member of the Michigan Sheriffs’ Association. The amount varies and the deadline is March 31st. Learn more here.
This is for $5,000, which will be awarded to Michigan students. Applicants are asked to submit a persuasive message that shows how you would convince young drivers to reduce distractions while driving. The deadline to apply is March 31st. Read more here.
This is for high school graduates with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 (Trustee Scholarship) or 3.5 (Award of Excellence) at the end of the first semester or first trimester of your senior year.The deadline to apply is March 31st. Complete the online scholarship application here.
This is open to all college and trade/vocational students graduating from Genesee County, Michigan public high schools and from Luke M. Powers Catholic High School. Those whose cumulative grades may not reflect their potential because of hardships, setbacks or “late blooming” are encouraged to apply. Awardees may receive up to $5,000 annually for up to four years. Need and the costs of a student’s program are considered along with other criteria. Renewal is contingent upon maintaining a minimum 2.3 GPA. The deadline to apply is March 31. Learn more here
This is awarded to a resident of Kalamazoo County, Michigan. Applicants must be enrolled in a vocational, technical or trade school or college or university. Sponsored by the Kalamazoo Community Foundation. Find Information here.
April
This ranges from $500 to $5,000. This scholarship was established to benefit students residing in Kent, Allegan, Barry, Ionia, Ottawa, Montcalm, Muskegon, or Newaygo Counties. Applicants must be pursuing study in the field of emergency medical technician, paramedic, or firefighter training at an accredited education program in Michigan. Applicants must also demonstrate financial need. The deadline for applications is April 3rd. Apply here.
This is for high school senior graduates. To be eligible, applicants must show financial need, be a resident within 6 months of Kent, Allegan, Ionia, Ottawa, Montcalm, or Muskegon Counties, and entering college after sitting out of school for at least two years. The deadline is April 3rd. Login to apply here.
This scholarship is aimed at students with grade point averages ranging from 2.25-3.2 who are passionate about leadership and community service. Applicants must be current high school seniors who live in Detroit, MI, and attend a Detroit Public School Community District high school or a charter school within the city. The grand prize winner gets $20,000, first prize is for $15,000, second prize is for $10,000, third prize is for $5,000, and fourth prize is for $2,500. The deadline is April 9th. Learn more here.
This is available to any current high school senior graduating from any Ohio or Michigan High School. Each applicant must be nominated by a local civic or community leader or by a current member of the Ohio or Michigan Legislature. The amount varies and the deadline to apply is April 9th. More info. here.
This $1,500 award (per year for 4 years) is granted to six graduating high school seniors within Midland County high schools for the purpose of college education on the eventual completion of a Bachelor’s degree. This scholarship is intended to promote leadership and productive citizenship by making higher education facilities available to young men and women of the Midland County area who would find it difficult to secure an education without this assistance. The deadline to apply is April 9th. Learn more here.
This $1,000 award is granted to a graduating high school senior within Midland County. The purpose of the award is college education. The candidate must have received acceptance into an accredited academic college or university for the succeeding year. The deadline to apply is April 9th. Read more here.
This scholarship is a one-time $1,000.00 grant. It will be awarded to a graduating high school senior from Midland High School or H.H. Dow High School. The awarding of the scholarship for college education will be based upon the criteria of need, merit and service to the community, school, and church. Special attention will be given to experience and talent in the field of vocal music. The deadline to apply is April 9th. More details here.
This offers $1,000 to high school seniors. This rewards students for volunteering in their communities. Each student who applies for the scholarship will submit an essay on the benefits of volunteering and what they think is the best use of volunteer time. The due date is April 10th. Read more here.
Is for High school seniors. To be eligible, you must be a student enrolled in a Livonia or Clarenceville area high school (including students whose primary residence is outside of Livonia or Clarenceville) or a student who has a primary residence in Livonia (including students who are home-schooled or attend public/private schools outside of Livonia). You must also be enrolled full-time to begin at an institution. The amount varies and the deadline to apply is April 15. More details here.
This is for $1,000. This is offered to Monroe County residents who are seniors in high school or freshman, sophomore, or junior in college. The deadline to apply is April 16th. Application found here.
This is for $1000.00 and is given to a graduating senior from Churchill, Franklin or Stevenson High School of Livonia Public Schools. You must also have an acceptance at an accredited four-year public Michigan university with an accredited Engineering Program, have an ACT test score to show a minimum composite of 32 or SAT test score of 1400, and a GPA of 3.9 or higher. The deadline for applications is April 16th. Read more here.
This is open to any students living and attending high school in Macomb, Oakland or Wayne counties. The online stock market game enables students to buy and sell stocks in their own mock account starting with $100,000 in simulation cash. At the end of the trading, the top 3 students with the highest account balances will earn scholarship money – up to $5,000! Trading ends April 16th. More info. here.
This gives four $1,000 scholarships. This is available to graduating seniors who served as AAA School Safety Patrol members in Michigan. The deadline is April 17th. Applications are available here.
This is a $500 scholarship that will be awarded based on the completion of the current essay topic and the unanimous selection of the review committee. Verification of enrollment in a two-year or four-year institution is required to receive this scholarship. The scholarship is open to any graduating senior from an accredited high school in Oakland, Wayne and Macomb Counties in Michigan. The deadline to apply is April 25th. Learn more here.
This will give 16 high school students from 10 Southeastern Michigan schools an award to assist with their education beyond high school. Eight $1,000 tuition scholarships and eight $250 books/materials scholarships are available to students from each eligible school.To be eligible, you must attend one of 10 southeast Michigan high schools (explore the most recent list here). The deadline is April 30th. More info. here.
This ranges from $500-$1000. To be considered, applicants must be a graduating senior of Homer High School. Academic achievement and financial need are considered. Priority is given to those pursuing an education degree. The deadline to submit is April 30th. Application is available here.
May
The scholarship ranges from $1,000 to $3,000 and is available to high school seniors in the BBB Serving Western Michigan’s service area. It is based on the same criteria as the BBB Trust Award given to West Michigan leaders: Honesty, Transparency, Integrity, and Impact. The deadline is May 1st. Read more here.
Provides residents of Michigan with increased access to higher education. The grant is available to undergraduate students who are attending, or preparing to enroll, at a non-profit state college or university. Award amounts vary, and are determined on the basis of financial need. The deadline is May 1st. Read more here.
Is available to undergraduate students pursuing their first degree and is based on both financial need and merit. To be considered, a student must take the SAT prior to entering college and achieve a qualifying score of at least 1200. Awards are restricted to tuition and mandatory fees. Awards pay up to a maximum of $1,000 per academic year. The deadline is May 1st. Learn more here.
The scholarship award amount will be $1,000 minimum, but we are willing to offer a larger award to a candidate who embodies the Steps for Doug values. To be eligible, you must be a high school or college student who has been affected by ALS. The deadline to apply is May 1st. More details here.
The purpose of this scholarship is to honor Dave McDill, former swimming, and diving coach, for his contribution and dedication to the Harper Creek Swim Program and to assist one swimmer/diver at a post-secondary institution. The recipient of the scholarship will receive $500, a certificate, and recognition at the Senior Awards Banquet. To be eligible, you must be a senior on either the boys’ or girls’ varsity swimming or diving team at Harper Creek. He/she must attend an accredited private or public professional school, four-year college or university, or two-year junior/community college. The application is due May 7th. Application here.
This scholarship offers annual awards to seniors at Catholic Central, Covenant Christian, Kenowa Hills and Northview High Schools in the Grand Rapids, MI area for creatively raising funds for Multiple Sclerosis. One or two $500 scholarships are awarded at each high school, one to a male and female senior who raises the most funds for MS. Nine scholarships are offered to high school students annually and one offered to college students annually. The deadline is May 7th. Read more here.
This will award several scholarships to seniors graduating this spring from Livonia’s five high schools and pursuing post-secondary studies at a school that is a member of the Livonia Chamber of Commerce. The amount varies and the deadline to apply is May 14th. Learn more here.
This scholarship is eligible for high school seniors and college freshmen, sophomores and juniors who are dependent sons and daughters of owners of MRA member businesses, or of full-time employees of Michigan Retailers Association member firms. Applicants can be high school seniors ranked in the top half of their senior class who score at least an 18 for the ACT or 850 for the SAT, or undergraduate students with a minimum GPA of 2.5. The awards range from $1,000-1,500 and the deadline is May 15th. More information here.
This is for $500. To be eligible, you must currently be a high school senior who resides in Old Rosedale Gardens for at least one year prior to April 1st. Your family must be a contributor to Old Rosedale Gardens Home Owners Association and you must have participated in at least one service/volunteer activity for ORGHA in your junior or senior year. The deadline to apply is May 15th. Apply here.
Is awarded annually to a high-school senior that has been accepted into a college or trade school. The purpose of this scholarship is to offset college or trade school expenses when preparing for attendance. Applications are reviewed by a selection committee. Deadline is May 19th.. For more information or to apply, please visit the scholarship provider’s website.
- To be eligible, you must be a Livonia resident attending school in the Livonia or Clarenceville Public School district, or a Livonia resident attending a private school. You must be a senior in high school applying to a community college, university, or accredited technical school in Michigan. The amount varies and the deadline to apply is May 21st. Download the Livonia Youth Commission / SPREE Memorial Scholarship Application or visit the Youth Commission / SPREE Memorial Scholarship page for more information.
This is for $1,000. This is available to graduating high school seniors who are residents of the Metropolitan Detroit area, for at least four years, and who may be unlikely to have access to other scholarship resources because of average grades. Students who are motivated to pursue an education at an accredited college, university, and plan to study in the field of art are given preference. The deadline is May 31st. Learn more here.
This ranges from $500 to $1,000. This is for students who have experienced challenges in their life and who have the drive to succeed. This scholarship is open to all college-bound seniors at Harper Creek High School who will be attending an accredited 2-year or 4-year college. The deadline is May 31st. Read more here.
This gives up to $4,000 per year to female Catholic high school seniors who are the daughters of single mothers, including divorcees and widows. Faithful applicants must belong to Michigan parishes within the Detroit Archdiocese, gain acceptance at an accredited U.S. college, reach an overall GPA of 2.5 or better, be involved in community service activities, and have economic need. The deadline for applications is May 31st. More details here.
June
This is a competitive, one-time, non-renewable, $4,500 scholarship. It will be awarded to graduating high school seniors that reside in the Michigan area. The deadline to apply is June 2nd. Learn more here.
This gives $1,000 to two graduating high school seniors and two paraprofessional members each year. Suitable candidates must be registered for 8+ credits at an accredited Michigan university to major in early childhood, elementary, secondary, or special education. Applications will be incomplete without an official transcript showing a minimum 2.5 GPA, 500-word personal goals statement, and two references. The deadline is June 5th. Read more here.
This is subsidized by the Federal government, and is designed to encourage and support low income students to pursue a college education. GUCD recipients must complete a six year GUCD Scholarship program, must be high school graduates, and must be enrolled at least part time at a participating state college or university. Award amounts vary, and are determined on the basis of financial need and academic merit. The deadline is June 28th. Learn more here.
This is being made available by the Raisinville Elementary Scholarship Committee in memory of Robert Worden, past principal. The award is $500.00. To be eligible, the student must have attended Raisinville Elementary for a minimum of three years, be a graduating senior at Monroe High School, be enrolled in a college, university, technical or trade school, and write and submit a short essay describing a favorite memory of Raisinville Elementary School. The deadline to submit is June 30th. Details and application found here.
This is able to award $500 scholarships to deserving youths who demonstrate academic excellence. Candidates should be active in supporting the community in which they live and show an eagerness to pursue educational goals. Deadline is June 30th, 2024. Check Website for more info.
July
August
These are awarded to applicants who are Michigan residents enrolled in an accredited Michigan college or university. Plus, this scholarship includes graduating high school seniors who are enrolled in a Michigan college or university) and must demonstrate financial need. Students must have a minimum GPA of a 2.75 and must be enrolled in a course of study affiliated with Michigan’s Oil and Natural Gas Industry. These scholarships may be renewable on an annual basis, with the opportunity for renewing scholarship applicants to receive additional funds exceeding the $500. More information, click here.
September
October
This is an award part of a creative and fun scholarship program that is open to all Michigan students who are 14 and older and who are currently enrolled (or enroll no later than fall of 2026) in an accredited postsecondary institution of higher education. To be accepted to this scholarship, only one winner with an imaginative and well-written response to a scholarship question about the Zombie Apocalypse will receive a $2,000 scholarship. Deadline is on October 31st, 2022. For more information, click here.
November
Michigan American Legion High School Oratorical Contest. This contest is for High School students who are U. S. citizens or lawful residents and can hone their speaking skills while learning about the U.S. Constitution. Department level scholarship awards range from $800 to $1500, with Zone runner-ups receiving $200. At the National level, they range from $15,000 to $20,000. The contestant must register with their American Legion, Department of Michigan. The deadline is November 18th. More info here
This is offering one MHS senior a full-tuition scholarship. To qualify, you must apply by November 30th, visit the college, write a reflection, and file FAFSA. Apply here.
December
This gives thirty two $1,000 scholarships that will be available to high school seniors. Those who have earned a varsity letter in an MHSAA-sponsored sport and have a 3.5 GPA are eligible to apply. The deadline is December 2nd. More details here.
Western students who provide documentation of full vaccination as described above are entered to win scholarships worth between $500 and $10,000. Under this program, the University is offering 60 scholarships. They may be applied to tuition, fees, on-campus housing and campus dining. They will give five $10,000 scholarships, ten $2,500 scholarships, twenty-five $1,000 scholarships, and twenty $500 scholarships. The deadline is December 5th.
This is for graduating high school seniors who plan to attend college. You must attend an eligible school in Michigan and the school will be able to nominate a student for the Leaders and Achievers Scholarship Program. The amount varies and the deadline for the program is December 7th. Read more here.
These are awarded to incoming freshmen enrolled in the engineering program and who have demonstrated outstanding academic achievement and potential. One $2,000 scholarship will be awarded. This scholarship is renewable for the sophomore year contingent on continued enrollment in engineering and satisfactory performance in the first year. The deadline to apply is December 15th. More details here.
This is awarded to all current and prospective students with any major of their choice. The amount is $1,000 and it is awarded by Niche. The deadline is December 31st. More details here.
Deadlines Vary
This scholarship is for $9,000 and is intended for students who have been homeschooled from 9th to 12th grade and who wish to attend Ave Maria University. Applicants must be Michigan residents and first-time college freshmen with a high school GPA of 2.8 (unweighted) or above, and an ACT score of 23 or above or a SAT score of 1140 or above. Applicants must also be a practicing Catholic with an endorsement letter from the home parish. The deadline varies. More info here.
This scholarship is for high school seniors who are U.S. citizens or permanent residents of the United States and resident in the state of Michigan, have a minimum 3.5 GPA and demonstrate financial need. The amount and deadline varies. More details here.
This designates award levels for in-state students based on high school GPA at the end of junior year. Scholarship values range from approximately $500 to $1,500 annually for eight semesters. In-state students who apply to MSU as a freshman are automatically considered. Scholarship recipients may also be eligible for additional merit-based scholarships at MSU. The deadline varies. Learn more here.
This scholarship is open to students from Detroit who are attending one of 18 partnering Michigan universities and offers continuous funding to those that maintain a 2.5 GPA, remain a full-time student and stay on track to complete a four-year degree. The amount varies and the deadline is June 30th for two-year funding and December 15th for four-year funding. Read more here.
This is intended for students who have been homeschooled from 9th-12th grade and who wish to attend Ave Maria University. Applicants must be Michigan residents and first-time college freshmen with a high school GPA of 3.0 (unweighted) or above; and an ACT score of 23 or above, or a SAT score of 1140 or above, who have been accepted for admission at Ave Maria University for the fall of the year the scholarship is offered. Applicants are awarded $9,000 yearly ($4,500 per semester). Applicants must also be a practicing Catholic with an endorsement letter from their home parish. For more information or to apply, visit the website.
This is committed to help Michigan kids be awarded $5,000 for those who need it the most – those who need assistance for college or vocational education because a parent has been killed or catastrophically injured in a work-related accident. Applicants must be a Michigan resident between the ages of 17-22, and must demonstrate financial need related to the parent’s injury/death. Funds may be used at any accredited college, community college, trade or vocational school within Michigan. Applications are accepted year round. For more information or to apply visit the scholarship website.
This is awarded to women who have the interest, aptitude and potential for a successful career in computer science. Applicants must be current Michigan residents, U.S. citizens, female, enrolled or attending a Michigan university with a minimum 3.0 GPA. Each applicant must be enrolled during the grant period in a full-time undergraduate or graduate degree program in a CS major: information systems, computer science, computer engineering, software engineering, computer information systems, or digital forensics and software engineering. $5,000 are specifically awarded to a range of high school seniors through college juniors. Visit website for more info.

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