Top Michigan scholarships for you

As a family-owned business, we understand the importance of preparing America's youth for the future, and we recognize the importance of higher education in ensuring that our students receive the education and skills they deserve when entering the workforce. With that in mind, the 2024 Shelving.com Business Scholarship is now open and available to students pursuing a business-related field of study. Applicants must be either currently attending an accredited college or university, or are high school seniors currently enrolled or planning to enroll in college or university. Michigan residents are eligible if attending an accredited college or university outside of the state. If not presently attending a college or university, the proof of college or university enrollment is required. Please visit the scholarship's website for more information.

Kinetix understands that the demand for skilled professionals in Information Technology (IT) and Computer Sciences in Michigan has never been higher. However, pursuing a degree in IT often comes with financial challenges that can hinder the dreams of many aspiring students. Kinetix's "The Future of IT" Scholarship Program aims to assist the next generation of IT and Computer Science professionals. Applicants must be enrolled in an information technology or computer science program. The application process for the scholarship is simple. Take a photo of yourself (or selfie), include the hashtags #kinetixITscholarships and #FutureIT, then post it to one of your social media outlets: Facebook, Instagram, or X (Twitter). Please note, that your social media post, not profile, must be set to public. Insert your post link in the "Social Media Link Share" area in the application, then check the photo waiver box. We would be honored if you liked or followed us on the platform you submitted your photo. Applicants must also provide a copy of their student ID or proof of attendance, only if they are selected as an awardee. Please visit the scholarship's website for more information.

The Beloit College Midwest Flagship Match is open for students that are academically qualified residents of Wisconsin, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, and Minnesota that pay the same tuition at Beloit as their home state's flagship public university. For first-year applicants, they must have an unweighted GPA of 3.5 or above in core academic classes. And for transfer applicants, they must have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above in college classes. Please see the scholarship website for more information. Eligible students must have been state residents for at least 12 months before enrollment and complete the FAFSA by April 1.

The Summer Youth Scholars Award is open to new incoming first-year underGraduate Studentss who participated in a Summer Youth academic program at Michigan Tech. Award amounts vary. Students may contact the Student Financial Services Center for more information.

The Wildcat Merit Scholarship will be awarded based on academic record to students entering Fall 2025, Winter 2026, or Summer 2026. The scholarship will be automatically awarded to admitted students who meet the GPA, enrollment term, and residency criteria. No application is necessary. Students will receive $1,500 per year if they have a 3.0-3.24 GPA; $2,000 per year if they have a 3.25-3.49 GPA; $2,500 per year if they have a 3.50-3.74 GPA; $3,000 per year if they have a 3.75-3.89 GPA; and $4,000 per year if they have a 3.9 GPA or higher. Students may receive scholarships for up to 8 consecutive semesters, or until completion of first bachelor's degree, whichever comes first. Please visit the scholarship's website for more information.

The Michigan Tuition Grant is available to students who plan to attend or are attending a degree-granting, non-profit independent college. Students must enroll at least half-time. They must possess a high school diploma or its recognized equivalent. Applicants must also be a Michigan resident since July 1 of the previous calendar year. For dependent students, their parents must also be a Michigan resident since July 1 of the previous calendar year. Applicants must not be incarcerated. They cannot be enrolled in a course of study leading to a degree in theology, divinity, or religious education. Applicants must also not be in default on a Federal student loan. Please visit the scholarship's website for more information.

The Children of Veterans Tuition Grant provides undergraduate tuition assistance to students who are the natural or adopted child of a Michigan veteran. The veteran must have died or became totally and permanently disabled as a result of military service. The Veteran must have been a legal resident of Michigan immediately before entering military service and did not later reside outside of Michigan for more than two years; or the veteran must have established legal residency in Michigan after entering military service. Please visit the award's website or contact the Michigan Department of Treasury - Student Financial Services Bureau for more information.

The Isabel Hanford Olmstead Scholarship shall be awarded to a junior or senior collegian or an alumna member of a chapter located in Illinois or Michigan or with a permanent address in the states of Illinois or Michigan who will pursue an undergraduate or graduate degree during the academic year for which the scholarship is awarded. Applicants must be initiated members, college and alumni, of Kappa Alpha Theta in good standing with the Fraternity. New members may apply but should be initiated by the application deadline. A recommendation from a member of Kappa Alpha Theta and a recommendation from an academic or professional reference are required. Please visit the scholarship's website or contact the Kappa Alpha Theta Foundation for more information.

The O'Brien-Vrba Scholarship Trust is intended to assist rural Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Wisconsin, and Michigan high school graduates who plan to continue their education in college. Applicants must currently live or have resided in an approved rural county during high school. Applicants must be an underGraduate Students or graduate-level student, who plans to enroll in a course of study at an accredited four-year college or university for the entire upcoming academic year. Applicants must be actively involved in school activities and community service and have a family Adjusted Gross Income of $150,000 or less. Applicants of the Catholic Faith, those who attend Catholic institution, and/or who participate in activities through the Newman Center at their college are given additional consideration. Two online letters of recommendation must be submitted; one from a teacher, advisor or clergy writing about the applicant's performance and character; and one from a community service supervisor addressing the applicant's service and leadership in the activity. If you will be changing schools, please provide a copy of your acceptance letter to the school you will be attending. Please visit the scholarship's website for more information.