Lutheran Social Services of Michigan Education and Training Voucher

The Education and Training Voucher Program (ETV) provides up to $4,000 (effective June 1, 2013) per year to students that are pursuing post-secondary education and meet the following requirements.

Eligibility requirements:

  • Were in foster care on or after your 14th birthdayWere adopted from foster care on or after your 16th birthday (if adopted prior to 16th birthday, you are NOT eligible)

  • Must have a high school diploma or G.E.D.

  • Must be attending at least half-time at an accredited school.

  • Must receive your first Education Training Voucher (ETV) prior to your 21st birthday

  • If you meet the above criteria, you can receive the Education Training Voucher (ETV) once each fiscal year until your 23rd birthday provided you receive at least a 2.0 G.P.A. and do not have more than one incomplete or withdrawal per semester.

Award:  Up to $4,000 (effective June 1, 2013) per school year.  This can cover the following school-related expenses:

  • Tuition and fees and room and board

  • Books, supplies, transportation, and miscellaneous personal expenses

  • Student loans

  • Dependent care

Additional information and application can be obtained at:

 

Kids Chance of Michigan Scholarship

The non-profit Kids’ Chance of Michigan, a newly established chapter of the national non-profit Kids’ Chance, recently produced a new scholarship for children that have a parent that has been injured or died from a work related accident.

Eligibility Requirements:

  • Parent must have sustained a catastrophic injury or fatality in a Michigan work related accident covered by workers' compensation
  • Parent's injury or death must be compensable under Michigan Workers' Compensation Law
  • The applicant must meet standards set by the Executive Committee of KIDS' CHANCE OF MICHIGAN, LLC
  • Michigan resident between the ages of 17-22
  • Demonstrate financial need related to the parent's injury/death

Award:  $2,500 to $5,000

Application Deadline:  Fall Semester - May 17; Spring Semester - September 30

Additional information and application can be obtained at:  http://kidschanceofmi.org/scholarship

 

Mark Beaumont Scholarship

The Mark Beaumont Scholarship Fund has been established to support students who are pursuing careers specializing in the business of interactive entertainment.  Possible career paths include (but are not limited to) executive leadership, law, marketing, public relations and business development.

Eligibility Requirements:

  • Must be enrolled full-time for the 2013-2014 Academic School Year
  • Must have the intention to enter the game industry as a developer of interactive entertainment
  • Major:  Any field

Award:  $2,500.00

Application Deadline:  Postmarked by June 28,2013

Additional information and application can be obtained by contacting:  debby@interactive.org or http://www.interactive.org/foundation/scholarships.asp

 

Randy Beaumont Scholarship

The Randy Pausch Scholarship Fund has been established to support students who are pursuing careers specializing in the development of interactive entertainment.  Possible career paths include (but are not limited to) art, animation, programming, engineering, game direction, game design, sound design and music composition.

Eligibility Requirements:

  • Must be enrolled full-time for the 2013-2014 Academic School Year
  • Must have the intention to enter the game industry as a developer of interactive entertainment
  • Major:  Any field
  • GPA:  3.33 minimum on a 4.0 scale

Award:  $2,500.00

Application Deadline:  Postmarked by June 28,2013

Additional information and application can be obtained by contacting:  debby@interactive.org or http://www.interactive.org/foundation/scholarships.asp

 

Russel A. Pointer and the Barney Harkins Scholarship and Education Fund

The Michigan Association of REALTORS® Scholarship Trust (MARST) administers two scholarship programs. Scholarships are awarded annually to undergraduate students whose academic major is related to real estate. The scholarships are aimed at encouraging and supporting outstanding, highly-motivated students to specialize in the study of real estate.

Eligibility Requirements:

  • Must have at least an average grade point of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale or equivalent of a “C” average and show evidence of academic achievement
  • Must exemplify character including demonstrated evidence of good citizenship
  • Must be taking courses which are related to the real estate field, such as real estate, business, marketing, finance or law
  • Must be a full-time student, entering junior, senior year or post-graduate work at a university or college
  • Must provide a copy of college transcript to date

Application Deadline:  July 1, 2013

Additional information and application can be obtained by contacting:

Michigan Association of REALTORS® Scholarship Trust
P.O. Box 40725
Lansing, Michigan 48901-7925

Telephone:  517-372-8890

 

VFW Post 5855 Scholarship

VFW Post 5855 offers scholarships that can be used by any Michigan veteran (dependents not eligible) at any Michigan school.

Eligibility Requirements:

  • Attend a university, college or trade school in the state of Michigan
  • Provide a copy of student I.D.
  • Must have a minimum G.P.A. of 2.0 (An unofficial transcript will be accepted.)
  • Submit a copy of your DD 214
  • Must be a member of one of the following organizations (VFW, American Legion, AM Vets, Purple Hearts, DAV or Marine Corps League)
  • Provide a copy of your membership card
  • Must be a resident of the State of Michigan

Award:  $500.00 (Scholarships are one-time per person.)

Application Deadline:  Fall Semester - July 15; Spring Semester - October 15

Click here for VFW Post 5855 scholarship application and additional information

 

WaterFilters.NET Solution Scholarship

There are increasing demands on the world's water supply.  Population growth, water-intensive agriculture and economic development are using water faster than it can be replenished.  In addition, freshwater resources are in jeopardy due to increasing pollution and climate.  Essay Question:  With an increasing global population, particularly in developing countries, what would you create to help ensure all people had nearby access to clean drinking water?

Eligibility Requirements:

Award:  $500.00

Application Deadline:  July 31, 2013

Click here for additional information

 

Aura Hospital Auxiliary Scholarship

The purpose of the Aura Hospital Auxiliary Scholarship is to provide a scholarship for a student currently enrolled in a health-related program.

Eligibility Requirements:

  • Must be a resident of Baraga County with preference given to an Aura resident
  • Must be currently enrolled and on sophomore standing or higher at an institution in a health-related program
  • Applicant should have a minimum cumulative gpa of 3.0  (on a 4.0 scale)

Award:  $500.00

Application Deadline:  August 30, 2013

Additional information and application can be obtained by contacting:

Myla Horrocks
20209 Karschney Road
L’Anse (Aura), Michigan 49946

Telephone 906-524-6651

 

Women In Defense

Formed in 2007, the Michigan Chapter of Women in Defense (WID), an affiliate of the National Defense Industrial Association, is a non-profit organization open to all professional women and men whose professional activities are related to the defense and national security industry.  Their mission is to strengthen and influence the defense security industry by inspiring women, cultivating leadership and growing professional relationships.  In carrying out their mission, one of their main goals is to cultivate the advancement of women leaders in government, defense and national security professions.

Eligibility Requirements:

  • Michigan resident
  • Enrolled at an accredited Michigan university or college, either full-time or part-time
  • Undergraduate and graduate students are eligible; undergraduates must have attained at least junior level status (60 credits)
  • Demonstrate interest in pursuing a career related to national security or defense
  • Demonstrate financial need
  • Minimum 3.25 grade point average
  • Be a woman
  • Be a citizen of the United States

Application Deadline:  August 31, 2013

Click here for scholarship application and additional information

 

Domo Scholarship For Business Management

For the 2013-2014 Academic Year, Domo will provide two scholarships for college students who are studying business management and who show an interest in analytics.

Award:  $2,500.00

Application Deadline:  August 31, 2013

Click here for additional information and how to apply

 

SILVER CROSS Ability Achievement Scholarship

The SILVER CROSS Scholarship is offered to full time college and university students who use either a manual wheelchair, power wheelchair, or mobility scooter while attending classes.  Their goal with this award is to contribute towards the future of a wheelchair user by offering the winning student financial assistance to help cover the expenses of tuition and books.

Eligibility Requirements:

  • Must be enrolled at an accredited college or university within the United States or Canada as an undergraduate
    or graduate student
  • Must complete at least one full year of college/university
  • Must use a manual wheelchair, power wheelchair, or mobility scooter (exceptions considered on a case-by-case basis)
  • Must obtain a minimum 3.0 GPA
  • Must be a legal resident of the United States or Canada or hold a valid student visa

Award:  $3,000.00

Application Deadline:  December 31, 2013

Click here for additional information and how to apply

 

 T.E.A.C.H. Early Childhood Michigan Scholarships

Teacher Education and Compensation Helps (T.E.A.C.H.) is an educational scholarship opportunity for child care providers.

Scholarships available are Building Foundations; CDA Assessment; Associate Degree; and Bachelor Degree.  Scholarships include the majority of tuition, fees, and books; travel stipend; release time; and cash incentives.

You may be eligible if you are:

  • An employee working a minimum of 20 hours per week in a licensed center or group home earning $14.25 or less per hour

  • A registered family home provider, licensed group home owner or center owner/director earning $15.00 or less per hour, and working 30 hours or more per week

For additional information and application contact 1-866-MI TEACH or http://www.miaeyc.org/TEACH/foundations.htm

                                                                                                                                              

Other Scholarship Options

Many organizations have scholarship opportunities for students. High school guidance offices and local libraries are good sources of scholarship information. Students may also wish to check with local organizations, businesses, churches and parents' employers to see if scholarships are available. It is best to avoid any scholarship service that requires a fee.

Several free scholarship searches can be found online, including:

Federal Student Aid

www.federalstudentaid.ed.gov/scholarship

College Board's Scholarship Search

www.collegeboard.com/paying

Student Scholarships Search

www.studentscholarships.org