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Each year we receive numerous scholarships and/or grant opportunities from private sources. The following is a list of scholarship opportunities that we have received and/or researched within the last few years. We hand out and update information on these types of scholarships for the students as they are made available to us. We hope that parents will encourage students to avail themselves of these opportunities. This list is by no means exhaustive, nor is the information necessarily correct, since scholarships as well as their sources change from year to year. Some businesses offer scholarship opportunities for their employees and their families. We encourage you to look into that possibility as well. If we don't currently have information on these scholarships we would suggest that the student search for more information on the Internet.
| SCHOLARSHIP | CRITERIA |
|---|---|
| Alice Madden Barton Cosmetology Scholarship | Senior planning to attend cosmetology school, short essay |
| Amateur Athletic Union/Mars Milky Way | Academic excellence, athletics, community service, recommendation |
| American Business Women's Association Scholarship | Biographical statement, including edu. background and financial need |
| American Cancer Society Scholarship | Must have had a diagnosis of cancer, essay, letters of recommendation, academic achievement, community service and leadership $1,000 renewable |
| American Dental Hygiene Association Scholarship | Community service, leadership, 3.0 GPA |
| American Legion Auxiliary Memorial Scholarship | Daughters, granddaughters, great-granddaughters of veteran (specific dates), age 16-21, financial data, 2 letters of recommend., transcripts/judged on need & scholastic standing |
| American Legion Auxiliary National President's Scholarship | Senior, child of a veteran who served during eligible time period, 50 hours of comm. service, one per auxiliary unit |
| American Legion Auxiliary Nurses, Physical Therapists, & Respiratory Therapists Scholarship | Child or spouse of veteran (specific dates),/copy of veteran's discharge papers/copy of parent's fed. tax return/top ¼ of the class, 3 letters of recommendation/transcript |
| American Legion Brewer Scholarship | Child of a veteran, resident of Michigan, transcripts, essay, Federal Tax Form |
| American Legion Guy M. Wilson Scholarship | Michigan child of veteran, planning to attend a Michigan college, Min. 2.5 GPA, Need-based, I page essay, transcripts, financial data |
| American Legion National High School Oratorical Contest | High School student/ Must deliver an oration of 8-10 minutes without notes |
| Asthma Athlete Scholarship Program | Asthmatic seniors involved in athletics/transcripts/ recommendation/essay Call 1-800-558-7305 to obtain scholarship |
| Ayn Rand Essay Contest | Essay varies from year to year |
| Booker Cosmetology Scholarship | Transcripts |
| Bouws Scholarship Grant | Russ' employees in Holland, financial need, Min. GPA 2.0, extracurricular & community activites, recommendations |
| Joel M. Boyden Scholarship Fund | Minimum 3.5 GPA, transcripts, 2 teacher recommendations |
| Burger King/Mc Lamore N. American Scholarship Program | 2.5-3.5 GPA, work part-time, community service, nomination by principal, & recommendation by principal & employer |
| Calvin College Alumni Association Scholarship | Demonstrated service and volunteerism, and a minimum GPA of 2.5 |
| Calvin Dow Chemical Scholarship | Academic merit only, majoring in chem. or biochemistry @ Calvin, renewable, 3 recommendations |
| Calvin Howard Hughes Scholarship | Academic merit only, majoring in biol., chem., physics, math, geology, phys. geol., GPA at least 3.0, 2 recommendations |
| Calvin Music Scholarships | Audition, letter of recommendation from HS music director or private instru |
| CMU Dow Chemical Scholarship | GPA at least 3.0, future CMU student majoring in chemistry |
| Roger B. Chaffee Scholarship | Senior wishing to pursue an education in sciences or engineering related to space exploration, transcripts, 2 recommendations from science and/or math teachers |
| Chevrolet Michelle Kwan R.E.W.A.R.D.S. Scholarship | Female Senior/GPA at least 3.2/academic & athletic excellence/leadership & community involvement/financial need |
| Chic University of Cosmetology Merit Scholarship | Completion of application, recommendation from counselor, and an interview at Chic |
| Citizen's Flag Alliance Essay Contest | US citizen, student in grades 9-12, essay |
| Coca-Cola Scholarship | Special emphasis on the character, personal merit, and background of each individual. Merit may be demonstrated through leadership in school, church, civic, and other extra-curricular activities, academic achievement, and motivation to serve and succeed in all endeavors. |
| Davenport College Trustee Scholarship | Application to college, minimum cumulative GPA of 3.75 |
| Discover Card Award Program | FOR JUNIORS, at least 2.75 cum. GPA, special talents, leadership, obstacles overcome, unique endeavors, community service |
| Dollars for Scholars | Seniors, community service, essay, transcripts |
| Dordt College | several scholarships offered in various fields of study |
| Duracell NSTA Scholarship Competition | Must complete essay, wiring diagram, photos, and entry form with a working device powered by Duracell batteries |
| R. C. Easley National Scholarship Program | HS senior GPA C or greater,400-word or less essay, list of extra-curricular activities, letter of recommendation |
| Economics Essay Contest | HS Student, 750+word essay |
| Educational Communications Scholarship Found. | Need-based, $3 processing fee, semi-finalists must write essay |
| EF Educational Tours | Senior, nominated by school, 1500-word essay |
| Elks National Foundation Most Valuable Student Scholarship Contest | Essay of 350 words or <, application in 3-hole paper folder. 200 words or < financial statement from parents, transcripts, 2 letters of recommendation |
| ESPN "Scholastic Sports America" Scholarship | Proof of enrollment at institution of higher learning. Winners chosen on academic achievement, service to school and community, and leadership in interscholastic sports. (Not an athletic scholarship program.) |
| Grace Music Scholarship | Senior interested in music career @ Grace, send audiocassette or music manuscript |
| GRCC Alumni Assoc. Scholarship | Senior, child or grandchild of GRCC grad, min. 3.0 GPA, transcript |
| GRCC Scholarship Application | GPA 2.0 or >, transcripts, accepted for admission @ GRCC already. |
| Grand Rapids Foundation Scholarships | Each scholarship has its own set of requirements, several are only for Kent County residents - ask counselor for more info |
| GVSU Mary Jane Dockeray Scholarship | Senior planning a career in science, recommendation, essay |
| GVSU Seidman Business Scholarships | several available for students entering business program - ask counselor for details, min. 3.1 GPA |
| Guidepost Magazine Scholarship | JUNIOR or senior, personal experience essay |
| Heartwell Mortgage Corporation Scholarship | Letter of request with qualifications and goals, transcripts, 2 letters of recommendation |
| Home & Building Association Foundation Scholarship | Senior, who has applied for college or trade school within the home building industry or related fields, 2 references transcript, Min. 2.5 GPA |
| Hudson's Project Imagine Scholarship | Seniors planning to study music or art. Applications available at Hudson's Store New Attitudes & Young Men's departments. through Feb. |
| Lloyd F. Hutt Scholarships | HS seniors, member of Lake Michigan Credit Union, essay |
| Jenison AMBUCS | Senior, residing in Georgetown Township, community involvement, letters of recommendation |
| Junior Achievement Scholarships 1. Walt Disney Company Foundation Scholarship 2. Joe Francomano Scholarship 3. Nelnet Scholarship | 1. senior, majoring in business admin. or fine arts, completed JA HS Program 2. senior, min. GPA 3.0, 3 letters of recommendation, 1-page essay 3. JA students, academic achievement, community involvement. |
| Legal Assistants Section-State Bar of MI Scholarship | Planning enrollment in legal assistant program, transcripts, 2 letters of recommendation, 250-word essay, 1 page autobiography |
| MCI Cutting Edge Scholars | Develop an Internet project, at least 2.0 GPA |
| Meijer Family Educational Trust Scholarship | Senior, child of Meijer employee(emp. @ least 1 yr.) grades, activities, need considered |
| MEEMIC Foundation | Child of educational employee, 3.25 GPA, leadership & community service. Must send for application (SASE+ $2 handling fee) |
| Michigan Academy of Family Physicians | Planning career in family medicine, essay |
| Michigan Association of Legal Support Professionals | HS senior, at least 'B' average financial need. Transcript, 2 letters of recommendation, 1 page autobiography |
| MHSAA Scholar/Athlete Awards | senior, 3.5 GPA or above and at least one varsity letter in a sport |
| Michigan Lawsuit Abuse Watch Essay | Senior, essay, topic varies year to year |
| Michigan Retailers Association Scholarships | Applications available online @ www.scholarshipadministrators.net (access code-MIRA) |
| Michigan Society for Medical Research | Grades 6-12, essay on biomedical research |
| Michigan Society of Professional Engineers Scholarships | Senior planning a career in engineering, GPA at least 3.0, ACT at least 26, transcripts, several scholarships available - see counselor |
| Michigan State Troopers Assistance Fund | Extracurricular activites, community service, & jobs that make them productive members of their communities/FAFSA/transcripts |
| MSU Alumni Scholarship | Senior planning career in K-12 education, transcripts, letters of recommendation |
| MTU Scholar Award | Nominated by Math/Science Dept. Obtain a request to be considered from counselor & submit to teacher |
| Michigan Tech Scholarship Opportunity in Civil and Environmental Engineering | Engineering students participating in Pavement Design, Construction and Materials, academic achievements, leadership, fin. need |
| National Association of Legal Secretaries (NALS) of W. MI Scholarship | Student planning to pursue a career in the legal field, transcript, three letters of recommendation, 1 page essay |
| Norelco Reflex Action Tripleheader Scholarships | academic, athletic - strives to better team, school/community service |
| National Society of Professional Engineers | Scholastic achievements, extra-curricular activities, career in engineering. |
| Ondersma Scholarship | Covenant Christian High School planning to attend Calvin College, and recommended by the administration and counselor. This is a merit-based scholarship. |
| Padgett Business Services Scholarship | Senior, dependent of small business owner (less than 20 employees), 100-word essay. Send for application |
| Papa John's Scholar Program | Seniors, must complete application form. Turn in to counselor before mailing for completion of counselor's section. |
| Paul Henry Scholarships | Female planning college study in political science, min. 3.0 GPA, leadership |
| Rosa Parks Scholarship | Senior, GPA at least 3.0, essay, transcript, 3 letters of recommendation, leadership, dedication to civil rights |
| Radio Shack/ Tandy Scholarship | Must be nominated by the school. Obtain a request to be considered form from counselor & submit to Mr. Noorman |
| Schering Corp. ASTHMA Scholarship Program | Senior athlete with asthma who has achieved a high level of academic excellence |
| Scholarship Athlete Milk Mustache of the Year Award-USA Today & American Dairy Farmers and Milk Processors (SAMMY) | Senior scholar/athlete - based on academic performance, athletic excellence, leadership, & comm. service, milk experience. |
| Society of Automotive Engineers Scholarships | JUNIOR (Kettering Scholarship only) or Senior, at least 3.5 GPA in 10th & 11th grade, min ACT requirements |
| Target All-Around Scholarship | Senior, transcripts, essay, volunteer service |
| Toyota Community Scholars Program | Must be nominated by the school. Obtain a "Request to be considered" form from counselor & submit to Mr. Noorman |
| Tylenol Scholarship | community and/or school activities, 100-200 word essay |
| U of M Club of Grand Rapids Scholarships | Senior, enrolling @ U of M, resident of Kent or Ottawa county, grades, citizenship, & need are considerations |
| USA Today All USA High School Academic Team | Leadership, outstanding academic product, such as scientific experiment, writing, etc. |
| Wal-Mart Foundation Scholarship | Following are considered: ACTs, GPA, present curriculum, financial need, extracurricular & work activities |
| Washington Crossing Foundation National Scholarship Competition | Senior planning career in local, state, or federal government, 300 word essay, recommendation, transcripts |
| WMU Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering Dept. Scholarships | Enrolled in pre-Eng. curriculum, min. 3.0 GPA, extra-curricular activities |