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Financial Aid Office

Sam M. Cohodas Administrative Center

Room 308
Phone: 906-227-2327

 

Web page

 www.nmu.edu/finaid

 

E-mail Address

fao@nmu.edu

 

Director

Mark J. Delorey

 

Associate Director

Carol A. Waldmann

 

Assistant Directors

Susan Bradford Loduha

Robert W. Roose

Michael Rotundo



 


 

 
 
 2002-2003
Undergraduate Bulletin


Financial Aid Programs
 
 

Financial Aid Philosophy

General Eligibility Requirements

Satisfactory Progress Requirements

Application Procedures

Summer College

Award Notification

Aid for Correspondence Study

Study Abroad

University Scholarships

Grant Programs

Loan Programs

Employment Programs

Miscellaneous Assistance Programs

Development Fund Scholarships

 

Financial Aid Philosophy

The Financial Aid Office exists to advise and assist students. All students who believe their resources are inadequate to attend Northern Michigan University should apply for financial aid. The university administers numerous programs to assist students, some of which are awarded solely on the basis of academic achievement. Most forms of financial aid, however, are designated for students who, without such aid, would be unable to pursue a college career. The basic premise of these student assistance programs is that parents are expected to provide, as well as they are able, the basic essentials of life, whether the student lives at home or on a college campus; students are expected to assist in meeting the expenses of their education, whether through savings or work. It is only when these personal responsibilities have been adequately met that the college, society, or government will accept the additional responsibility through programs of student financial aid.

 

Basically, there are three types of financial aid: (1) a gift ,which does not have to be repaid, (2) a loan, which must be repaid, and (3) work. Federal, state, and university funds are used for financial aid; students’ awards often combine the above types and sources of aid.

 

Information on specific scholarships, grants, and loan programs may be obtained from the Financial Aid Office. See also Financial Aid Programs.

 

General Eligibility Requirements

All financial aid recipients must: (1) have a high school diploma or a General Education Development (GED) certificate or complete a high school education in a home school setting that is treated as a home school or private school under state law.  See the Financial Aid Office for more information; (2) be a U. S. citizen or eligible noncitizen, (3) be enrolled or accepted for enrollment as a regular student working toward a degree or certificate in an eligible program. (You may not receive aid for correspondence or telecommunications courses unless they are a part of an associate, bachelor's, or graduate degree program.), (4) have a valid Social Security Number, (5) make satisfactory academic progress as defined by Northern Michigan University, (6) sign a statement certifying that you are not in default on a federal student loan or have made arrangements to repay it and that you do not owe money back on a federal student grant or have made arrangements to repay it, (8) register with the Selective Service, if required; (9) certify that you have never been convicted of possessing or selling illegal drugs.

 

Satisfactory Progress Requirements

Federal law requires all students who receive financial aid to be making Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) toward their degree.  Students at Northern Michigan University must meet the following requirements:

  1. Students must receive a passing grade in at least 75 percent of the credit hours which they attempt at NMU on a cumulative basis.  Classes that a student passes and re-takes count as completed only once.  Students who fail to meet this requirement will be put on SAP warning status for their next academic year of attendance.  Eligibility for financial aid will be terminated if the deficiency is not corrected by the end of the warning period.  Students put on warning status will be told what will be required to keep their eligibility.  This standard will be measured at the end of each winter semester.

  2. Undergraduate students must achieve a cumulative grade point average of 2.0 by the end of their sophomore year, and maintain the 2.0 GPA. for the duration of their eligibility.  Freshmen (fewer than 28 credit hours completed) must achieve a 1.70 GPA; sophomores (28-55 credit hours) must have a 1.80 GPA.  Graduate students must maintain a 3.0 GPA.  This standard will be measured at the end of each winter semester.

  3. Students are expected to complete their programs of study within a reasonable period of time and are eligible to receive financial aid for a limited number of attempted credit hours.  Graduate students may receive aid for 60 credit hours, bachelor degree students 190 credit hours, associate degree students 100 credit hours and diploma or certificate students for 50 credit hours.  Transfer students will be evaluated by adding their transfer credit hours to attempted credit hours at NMU, allowing them to receive aid for the balance of their maximum.  This standard will be evaluated early each semester and students will be notified that their eligibility for the following semester will be terminated.

If special circumstances such as illness, injury or the death of a family member prevent the student from meeting these requirements, the termination of eligibility can be appealed to the SAP Appeal Committee.  Documentation of circumstances must be included with appeals.

 

In addition to the standards listed above, the NMU SAP Committee will use professional judgment in assessing a student's eligibility.  This will occur in circumstances such as when a student falls significantly below a standard and does not have a realistic chance to meet the standard by the end of the warning period or when a student fails all of their courses in a semester.

 

Attempted hours include credit hours successfully completed as well as credit hours that receive non-passing grades (F or U), credit hours that are not yet finished (I, X), and credit hours from which the students withdraws.

 

Application Procedures

To be considered for any financial aid available through Northern Michigan University students must submit the following:

  1. Submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (a confidential family financial statement) to: Federal Student Aid Programs P.O. Box 4008, Mt. Vernon, IL  62864-8608. This form may be obtained from a local high school, NMU's Financial Aid Office or by writing to the address above. Applications must be submitted by February 21st for the following academic year for high school seniors, and March 21st for returning and transfer students for maximum consideration, or

  2. Submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid over the Internet for faster, more accurate results.  To have your application processed by using FAFSA on the Web, go to www.fafsa.ed.gov.

Financial aid may include scholarships, grants, Federal Pell Grants, Federal Perkins National Direct Student Loans, Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants, William D. Ford Federal Direct Loans, or part-time employment. Preference is given to those applicants who have the highest academic records and the greatest financial need.

 

Summer College

Students who wish to apply for financial aid for the Summer College should contact the Financial Aid Office by March 15.

 

Award Notification

New freshmen and transfer students are notified regarding the outcome of their financial aid application beginning in March.

 

Aid for Correspondence Study

Students enrolled for credit through correspondence study will be considered for financial aid eligibility according to the following federal guidelines:

  1. Correspondence credits, when combined with regular credits, may not exceed the credits for regular coursework for determining enrollment status (half, three-quarter or full-time students).

  2. When only correspondence credits are taken, the student can be considered no more than half time.  Total financial aid will not exceed the cost of tuition and books.

  3. Correspondence credits must be completed within the period of time required for regular coursework, i.e., on a semester basis.

  4. The correspondence credits must be part of a program leading to an associate, bachelor’s or graduate degree.

Study Abroad

Students who study abroad and are enrolled in courses approved for credit at Northern Michigan University may be considered for financial aid provided all other eligibility requirements are met.

University Scholarships

The following is a complete listing of all scholarships, grants, funds, and loans offered at Northern Michigan University. See also the Financial Aid section of this bulletin.

 

Board of Trustees Scholarship in Music

Origin: Established in 1969 by the Northern Michigan University Board of Trustees.

Eligibility: Incoming freshmen scholarship candidates must send a recommendation from their high school music director or private instructor and two other people of responsibility. Candidates must also perform an audition or send a tape to the Department of Music. High school grade point average will also be considered. A continuing student will be considered for a scholarship if he or she has shown musical progress and maintained a 2.50 GPA for a 12 credit minimum each semester. Maintaining a professional attitude and contributions to the department through ensemble performance are necessary.

Award: Varies; renewable.

Number: Varies.

Board of Trustees Scholarship in Theatre

Origin: Established in 1969 by the Northern Michigan University Board of Trustees.

Eligibility: Scholarships are available for on-stage and off-stage production activities. Candidates do not have to be majoring in speech or theatre but must be maintaining a 2.00 GPA. Incoming freshmen are also eligible to apply. Application materials may be obtained from the Forest Roberts Theatre Office.

Award: Varies.

Number: Varies.

Board of Trustees Scholarship in Visual Arts

Origin: Established in 1974 by the Northern Michigan University Board of Trustees.

Eligibility: Candidates must have completed at least one semester in the Department of Art and Design and have maintained at least a 3.00 GPA in Art and Design classes with 24 or more credit hours remaining before graduation. Application requirements may be obtained from the Department of Art and Design. Recipients are usually selected in April each year by the Student Evaluation Committee of the Department of Art and Design.

Award: Varies.

Number: Varies.

College Transfer Scholarships

Origin: Established in 1970 by the Northern Michigan University Board of Trustees.

Eligibility: Transfer students from four-year and community colleges who have outstanding academic records--3.25 or higher GPA with no financial need; 2.5 - 3.24 GPA with financial need.

Award: Varies

Number: Varies.

Freshman Fellowships

Origin: Established by Northern Michigan University in 1996-97.

Eligibility: Candidates must be new freshmen, with a minimum recomputed high school academic average of 3.50, and have an ACT composite of 24 or higher, or a SAT composite of 1090 or higher. Selection will be made from participants in the Academic Achievement Awards competition.

Award: $1,000 in student employment (faculty research project) for freshman year only.

Number: 40

Dr. Edgar L. Harden Scholarship

Origin: Established in 1967 for President Emeritus Dr. Edgar L. Harden.

Eligibility: Candidates must have a cumulative high school academic average of at least 3.50 and have an ACT composite of 24 or higher. Selection is made from participants in the Academic Achievement Awards competition.

Award: Full-time tuition and fees, Teaching, Learning and Communication Initiative fee and room and board. If residing off-campus, the room and board portion will be reduced to $2,500. Renewable.

Number: Five.

International Academic Award

Origin: Established by Northern Michigan University in 1998.

Eligibility: Candidates must hold a valid, in status, F1 Visa and have achieved a minimum 3.00 cumulative grade point average within the first four semesters of study at NMU, with a minimum of 12 credit hours per semester. Students who transfer to NMU directly from another U. S. institution, and have completed at least 12 college-level semester credits and have earned a minimum 3.0 grade point average, will receive the International Academic Award immediately for their first semester at NMU. Recipients will be first-time, full-time baccalaureate students.

Award: $1,100 for the Fall and Winter semesters; $1,000 for the Summer Session. Renewable.

Number: Unlimited. Awarded to all who qualify.

Leadership Scholarships

Origin: Established in 1984 by the Northern Michigan University Board of Trustees.

Eligibility: Candidates must have significant leadership experience and demonstrate outstanding leadership potential. Candidates must have a recomputed high school academic average of at least 3.50 and have an ACT composite of 24 or higher, or SAT composite of 1090 or higher. Candidates must be recommended by their high school counselor. Selection is made from participants in the Academic Achievement Awards competition.

Award: $1,500. Renewable.

Number: Five.

National Academic Awards

Origin: Established by Northern Michigan University in 1995.

Eligibility: Candidates must be new freshmen who are non-Michigan residents with a minimum recomputed high school academic average of 3.00 and have an ACT composite of 19 or higher or a SAT composite of 900 or higher. Candidates must not be receiving the NMU Alumni Dependent Tuition Waiver. This award is not available to international students.

Award: $2,000 per year. Renewable.
NOTE: Award is $3,000 effective Fall 2003

Number: Unlimited. Awarded to all who qualify.

Presidential Scholarship

Origin: Established in 1977 by the Northern Michigan University Board of Trustees.

Eligibility: Candidates must have a cumulative high school academic average of at least 3.50 and have an ACT composite of 24 or higher. Selection is made from participants in the Academic Achievement Awards competition.

Award: Full-time tuition and fees, Teaching, Learning and Communication Initiative fee and room and board. If living off-campus, the room and board portion will be reduced to $2,500.

Number: Five.

NMU Merit Excellence Awards

Origin: Established by Northern Michigan University in 1998.

Eligibility: Candidates must be new freshmen with a minimum recomputed high school academic average of 3.00 and have an ACT composite of 33 or higher or SAT composite of 1460 or higher.

Award: $2,750 per year or $3,500 per year for students living in residence halls. Renewable.

Number: Unlimited. Awarded to all who qualify.

NMU Merit Awards

Origin: Established in 1970 by the Northern Michigan University Board of Trustees and revised in 1998.

Eligibility: Candidates must be new freshmen with a minimum recomputed high school academic average of 3.00 and have an ACT composite of 30 through 32 or a SAT composite of 1320 through 1459.

Award: $2,250 per year or $3,000 per year for students living in residence halls. Renewable.

Number: Unlimited. Awarded to all who qualify.

NMU Scholars Award

Origin: Established by Northern Michigan University in 1998.

Eligibility: Candidates must be new freshmen with a minimum recomputed high school academic average of 3.00 and have an ACT composite of 27 through 29 or a SAT composite of 1210 through 1319.

Award: $1,250 per year or $2,000 per year for students living in residence halls. Renewable.

Number: Unlimited. Awarded to all who qualify.

NMU Outstanding Achievement Award

Origin: Established by Northern Michigan University in 1998.

Eligibility: Candidates must be new freshmen with a recomputed high school average of 3.00 and have an ACT composite of 25 or 26 or a SAT composite of 1130 through 1209.

Awards: $750 per year or $1,500 per year for students living in residence halls. Renewable.

Number: Unlimited. Awarded to all who qualify.

NMU Recognition Awards

Origin: Established by Northern Michigan University in 1998.

Eligibility: Candidates must be new freshmen with a minimum recomputed high school academic average of 3.00 and have an ACT composite of 24 or a SAT Composite of 1090 through 1129.

Awards: $500 per year or $1,000 per year for students living in residence halls. Renewable.

Number: Unlimited. Awarded to all who qualify.

Transfer Academic Awards

Origin: Established by Northern Michigan University in 1996.

Eligibility: Candidates must be non-Michigan resident transfer students who have a minimum 3.00 grade point average and have a minimum of 12 semester hours (or 18 quarter hours) of transferable college credit from any accredited college or university. Candidates must not be receiving the NMU Alumni Dependent Tuition Waiver. This award is not available to international students.

Awards: $2,000 per year.  Renewable.

Number: Unlimited. Awarded to all who qualify.

Transfer Achievement Awards

Origin:  Established by Northern Michigan University in 2000

Eligibility:  Recipients will have a 3.50 cumulative GPA with 30 semester credit hours from a two-year college and transfer to Northern Michigan University directly from a two-year college (attendance at the two-year college must have occurred within one academic year immediately preceding the semester of transfer to NMU).  There are four levels of Transfer Achievement Awards based on the applicant's qualifications.  Students are eligible for only one level of the following awards:

  • Level 1:  Recipient must possess the general qualifiers as listed above.

Award: $1,000, renewable.

  • Level 2:  In addition to the general qualifiers, the recipient must be  a member of Phi Theta Kappa at the school of direct transfer.

Award:  $1,250, renewable.

  • Level 3:  In addition to the general qualifiers, the recipient must be a member of Phi Theta Kappa at the school of direct transfer and must have been NOMINATED to the Phi Theta Kappa's All-USA Academic Team.  (Two year colleges make their nominations in December of each year.)

Award:  $1,500, renewable.

  • Level 4:   In addition to the general qualifiers, the recipient must be a member of Phi Theta Kappa at the school of direct transfer and must have been NAMED to the Phi Theta Kappa All-USA Academic Team (All categories–First, Second, Third or Honorable Mention/Teams are announced in March.)  Awards are renewable for up to six semesters if a minimum cumulative (NMU and previous colleges) 3.0 GPA is maintained.

Number of Awards:  Unlimited

Application:  Submit a scholarship application to the Admissions Office by May 1 for the fall semester and November 1 for the winter semester.

NOTES:   Non-Michigan residents eligible for a Transfer Achievement Award will also be granted the Transfer National Academic Award of $2,000 per year.  International students, Canadian students, and students receiving the NMU/Michigan Army/Air National Guard Grant are NOT eligible for the Transfer Achievement Award.

Transfer Merit Award

Origin: Established in 1983 by the Northern Michigan University Board of Trustees.

Eligibility: Transfer students from colleges and universities with a 3.50 or higher GPA and who have an ACT composite score of 30 or higher.

Awards: $500 to $2,000; renewable.

Number: Varies.

Grant Programs

 

Board of Trustees Grant

Awarded to students on the basis of financial need.

Award: Varies. $100 - $1,000 per year.

Number: Varies.

Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant

Eligibility: To be eligible for the Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant Program, a student must be enrolled at least half time (6 credit hours) at Northern Michigan University.

Award: The amount of financial assistance students may receive depends upon need– taking into account their financial resources, those of their parents, and the cost of attending Northern Michigan University. Grants range from $100 to $4,000 per year.

Number: Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants are available to a limited number of undergraduate students with exceptional financial need.

Federal Pell Grant

The Federal Pell Grant Program is designed to provide financial assistance to those with high financial need to attend post-high school educational institutions. The Federal Pell Grant is only available to undergraduate students.

Eligibility: Applicants must be:

  1. enrolled as a regular student in an eligible program;

  2. a U.S. citizen or eligible noncitizen;

  3. making satisfactory and measurable progress toward a degree. See “Satisfactory Progress Requirements;”

  4. a high school graduate (or its equivalent);

  5. free of default on any educational loans or debt on any federal grants.

Applicants must also meet certain financial criteria to receive a grant. Various financial information, particularly family income, is used to determine the amount of the family contribution.

Award: Grants range from $400 to $3,750 depending on financial need.

Application: Applicants must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid.

Deadline: All students should file an application by the appropriate deadline in February or March for an early notification for the following academic year.

Michigan Educational Opportunity Grant

Eligibility: These state-sponsored grants are awarded on the basis of financial need. The student must be:

  1. a U.S. citizen or permanent resident;

  2. a Michigan resident for at least 12 months; preceding the first month of the award.

  3. not incarcerated in a corrections institution and free of default on a Federal Stafford Loan, Federal Supplemental or Federal Direct Student Loan; and

  4. enrolled as at least half-time students at Northern Michigan University.

Award: The amount of the grant varies, up to $1,000 per year. Awards are limited to ten semesters.

Michigan Adult Part-Time Grant Program

Eligibility: The Adult Part-Time Grant is awarded to self-supporting students who are enrolled on a part-time basis (3 to 11 credit hours) at Northern Michigan University. Recipients must:

  1. have lived in Michigan for at least twelve months preceding the first month of the award and demonstrate financial need,

  2. be out of high school (other than GED or adult education) for at least two years,

  3. not be incarcerated in a corrections institution and be free of default on a Federal Stafford, Federal Supplemental or Federal Direct Student Loan.

Award: The amount of this state sponsored award varies, up to $600 per year. Grants are available for not more than two years of study.

NMU Michigan Army and Air National Guard Grant

Eligibility:

  • Be admitted to a degree granting program at Northern Michigan University

  • Be a Michigan resident for at least twelve months preceeding July 1st of the award year.

  • Be a member of the Michigan Army or Air National Guard and receiving Montgomery GI Bill benefits (Chapter 30 or Chapter 106)

  • Maintain satisfactory academic progress at Northern Michigan University.

Application:

  • Complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

  • Complete the NMU Michigan Army and Air National Guard Grant Application Form.

  • The unit representative will verify on the application that you are a member of the Michigan Army or Air National Guard, are eligible to apply for Montgomery GI Bill benefits and forward the application form to the Michigan Army or Air National Guard Headquarters.

  • The Michigan Army or Air National Guard Headquarters will verify on the application form that you qualify for Montgomery GI Bill benefits and forward the completed application to the Financial Aid Office, Northern Michigan University.

Special Provisions:

  • The total of all tuition assistance programs that the student may be receiving may not exceed the cost of tuition and mandatory fees.  If this situation should occur, the amount of the university award for tuition and mandatory fees may be reduced.

  • The member is responsible for the cost of tuition for courses that are repeated and the Northern Michigan University grant will not apply to the number of credits for the repeated course(s).

  • Tuition and mandatory fees do not include the Teaching, Learning and Communication Initiative fee for purposes of this program.

  • An NMU student who attends the NMU Police Academy may not receive both the Police Academy Scholarship and the NMU Michigan Army and Air National Guard Grant.

Contact Information:

  • Michigan Army National Guard, ATTN: Education, 2500 S Washington Ave, Lansing, MI  48913-5101, Phone: 517-483-5519, FAX: 517-483-5822.

  • Michigan Air National Guard, 2500 S Washington Ave, Lansing, MI 48913-5101, Phone: 517-483-5512, FAX: 517-483-5513.

  • Financial Aid Office, Northern Michigan University, Room 308 Cohodas, 1401 Presque Isle Avenue, Marquette, MI 49855, Phone: 906-227-2327, FAX: 906-227-2321, E-mail Address: fao@nmu.edu.

  • Veteran's Student Services Office, Northern Michigan University, 208 Cohodas, 1401 Presque Isle Avenue, Marquette, MI 49855, Phone: 906-227-1715, FAX: 906-227-1751

 

Loan Programs

 

Federal Perkins National Direct Student Loan Program

Northern Michigan University cooperates with the federal government to make low interest loans available to eligible students.

Eligibility: To qualify for a loan, a student must be:

1. a United States citizen or eligible noncitizen;

2. enrolled at least half-time; and

3. in good academic standing and making satisfactory, measurable progress toward a degree.

Federal Perkins Loan Funds are limited. Therefore, loans are made only to applicants clearly demonstrating financial need.

Award: The amount loaned shall be limited to that required, with a maximum of $4,000 per year of undergraduate study and a total maximum of $20,000 as an undergraduate student, pursuing a bachelor's degree.

Repayment: Repayment begins nine months after a student graduates or ceases to be at least a half-time student. Up to ten years may be allowed to pay back the loan. During the repayment period, five percent interest will be charged on the unpaid balance of the loan principal. Part of the loan repayment may be canceled for some teaching programs or for service as a Peace Corps or VISTA volunteer.

William D. Ford Federal Direct Student Loan Program

Origin: This program was established by the Student Loan Reform Act of 1993 and replaces the former Federal Family Education Loan Program. These loans are made directly to eligible students by Northern Michigan University with funds provided by the U.S. Department of Education. 

Eligibility: To qualify for a loan, a student must be:

1. a United States citizen or eligible noncitizen;

2. enrolled, or accepted for enrollment, as at least a half-time student;

3. enrolled in a degree or certificate program;

4. free of default on any educational loans or debt on any federal grants; and

5. in good standing and making satisfactory, measurable progress toward a degree. (See the Financial Aid section of this bulletin.)

Application: To apply for a loan, a student must:

1. Submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid to  Federal Student Aid Programs P.O. Box 4008 Mt. Vernon, IL  62864-8608

2. Accept a loan award and sign a promissory note if provided by Northern Michigan University.

William D. Ford Federal Direct Subsidized Loans

Eligibility: These are subsidized loans which means that the federal government will pay the interest on the loan while the student is in school and during specified deferments, but the student must demonstrate financial need to receive the loan.

Award: The maximum a student may borrow as an undergraduate student is $2,625 for the first year of undergraduate study, $3,500 for the second year of undergraduate study, $5,500 for subsequent undergraduate study, and $8,500 per year of graduate study. Aggregate limits are $23,000 for undergraduates and $65,500 for graduates (including undergraduate amounts).

Repayment: The loans carry a variable interest rate; that is, the rate is adjusted each year. The maximum interest rate for Direct Loans is 8.25 percent (currently 5.39%). Direct Loans also have an origination fee of three percent. One half of the fee is returned to the student in the form of a rebate which requires the student upon entering repayment to successfully complete the first twelve monthly payments. Repayment begins six months after a student graduates or ceases to be enrolled at least half time, and up to 30 years may be allowed to repay the loan, depending upon the amount borrowed.

William D. Ford Federal Direct Unsubsidized Loans

Eligibility: To qualify for a loan, a student must meet the general requirements as previously listed under Federal Direct Student Loan Program. The program is open to students who may not qualify for subsidized Direct Loans or may qualify for only partial subsidized Direct Loans.

Application: To apply for this loan, a student must:

1. submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid;

2. apply for subsidized Direct Loans first; and

3. accept this loan award and sign a promissory note if provided by Northern Michigan University.

Award: The combination of subsidized and unsubsidized Federal Direct Loans for a borrower may not exceed the annual and aggregate limits for loans under the Federal Direct Loan program.

Repayment: The interest rate is the same as the Federal Direct Subsidized Loan rate. Interest is either paid or added to the loan while you are in school and during the six month period after you leave school. Interest may be paid during that period or capitalized until the time loan principal is repaid. If interest repayment is capitalized, interest accumulates and is added to the loan principal and the total loan amount will increase.

William D. Ford Federal Direct Additional Unsubsidized Loans

Eligibility: Independent students may qualify for the Direct Additional Unsubsidized Loan in addition to the Direct Subsidized and Direct Unsubsidized Loans.

Application: To apply for a loan, a student must:

1. submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid;

2. exhaust eligibility for the Direct Subsidized and Direct Unsubsidized Loans each year prior to borrowing from the Direct Additional Unsubsidized Program; and

3. complete an adjustment request form in the Financial Aid Office

4. accept this loan award and sign a promissory note if provided by Northern Michigan University.

Award: Direct Additional Unsubsidized borrowers are limited to $4,000 for the first and second year and $5,000 for upper level undergraduate study. Graduate students are limited to $10,000 per year. Aggregate maximums are $23,000 for undergraduates and $73,000 for undergraduate and graduate study combined.

Repayment: The interest rate is variable and adjusted each year on July 1st. The maximum rate is 8.25 (currently 5.39%) percent and each loan carries a three percent origination fee. The student is responsible for interest charges which may be paid or capitalized.

William D. Ford Federal Direct PLUS Loan Program

Eligibility: Parents of undergraduate dependent students may borrow a Federal Direct PLUS Loan regardless of financial need up to the cost of attendance; parents must not have an adverse credit history. To qualify for a PLUS Loan, the student must meet the general requirements as previously listed under the Federal Direct Student Loan Program.

Application: To apply for a Federal Direct PLUS Loan, the parents must indicate an interest to do so with the Financial Aid Office and complete an Application and Promissory Note. It is not necessary for the parents to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, but it is strongly encouraged so that other sources of financial aid may be identified first.

Award: Federal Direct PLUS Loan annual and aggregate loans are limited to cost of attendance minus other aid.

Repayment: The Direct PLUS Loan interest rate is variable, adjusted each year. The maximum rate is 9.00 percent (currently 6.79%) and each loan has a four percent origination fee. A repayment schedule will be provided following the last disbursement of each loan, with repayment beginning within 60 days after the date the loan is fully disbursed.

State of Michigan MI Loans

The Michigan Alternative Student Loan Program is an alternative source of loan funds for students and parents administered by the Michigan Higher Education Student Loan Authority.

Eligibility: To be eligible the student borrower must:

1. be making satisfactory academic progress;

2. be 18 years of age or an emancipated minor;

3. be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident of the U.S.;

4. be free of default on any educational loans; and

5. pass the credit test or have a credit-worthy co-signer who can pass the credit test.

Application: Before applying for this loan the student must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid and exhaust other aid and subsidized loan alternatives. The MI-Loan application is available in the Student Service Center or the Financial Aid Office.

Award: The minimum MI-Loan is $500, with an annual maximum of amount of school cost minus the established financial aid for the loan period.

Repayment: There is a minimum monthly payment of $50.00 and a maximum repayment period of 25 years. Interest-only payments may be granted for up to 5 of the 25 years. Students have the flexibility to choose either a variable or fixed (7.50 percent) interest rate. The variable rate is adjusted each year and is currently 7.50 percent.

University Short-Term Loan Funds

Loan funds are provided by NMU and the following donors to assist with educational expenses. The loans are administered according to the donor’s specifications and university policy outlined below.

Loan Policy

The university Short Term Loan Funds are administered under the following terms and conditions:

1. Except as otherwise prescribed by a donor, no distinction is made as to student curriculum, sex, race, religion, handicap, or other affiliation.

2. A student must be enrolled on at least a half-time basis to be eligible for the loan. Preference will be given to full-time students.

3. A loan will not be granted to a student whose GPA is below 2.00, who has failed to meet previous obligations to the university, or who has a poor credit rating, based on past experience of paying university obligations.

4. A student may borrow up to a maximum of $150 for college-related expenses for up to 30 days.

5. There will be a $4.00 service charge assessed upon approval of each university Short Term Loan and/or university Tuition Loan.

6. Loans shall be non-interest bearing while the student is in school and shall be repaid within 30 days. Loans will be considered delinquent after 30 days, and must be repaid in the same semester that the loan is taken.

7. Students with overdue loans may face expulsion from the university.

8. All funds due the student are applied against the loan until the balance is paid, even if the loan has not come due.

9. When a loan becomes delinquent, the student automatically forfeits the privilege to obtain a loan for a period of one year.

10. If a loan becomes delinquent and the student willfully ignores a payment request, the privilege of using the student loan fund is permanently withdrawn from the student. (Determination of this negligence is made by the Financial Services Office, the record keeping and collections agent for the loan fund.)

11. Students with delinquent accounts may not register for the next semester, and their transcripts will be held by the Registrar’s Office until the loans are paid.

12. If no satisfactory explanation for delinquent accounts is received within 90 days, the account may be turned over to a professional collection agency.

Application: Applications for short-term loans may be obtained from the Financial Services Office and returned to that office for consideration any time during the academic year.

D.A.R. Michigan Indian Loan Fund

Eligibility: Any Michigan Native American.

Department of Education Loan Fund

Eligibility: Preference will be given to elementary education and special education majors.

Dr. Edward L. Ruman Student Teaching Loan Fund

Eligibility: Currently enrolled student teachers.

University Tuition Loans

Tuition loan funds are administered according to the donor’s specifications and the university loan policy, except that:

1. A student may borrow up to a maximum of one-half the amount of tuition, but not more than $350 for up to 30 days.

2. Loans shall be non-interest bearing while the student is in school and shall be repaid by the due date or they will be considered delinquent. All loans must be repaid in the same semester that the loan is taken. Also, all loans must be repaid before the student graduates.

Jane S. Bemis Loan Fund

Eligibility: Any qualified student.

Alumni Loan Fund

Eligibility: Any qualified student.

Bartlett King Loan Fund

Eligibility: Any qualified student.

Raymond H. Bordeau Loan Fund

Eligibility: Any qualified student.

Claud Bosworth Memorial Fund

Eligibility: Must be enrolled in a two-year program.

Marion Rogers Bottum Memorial Fund

Eligibility: Preference to female students.

Brebner Loan Fund

Eligibility: Must be a major in a science field.

Daughters of the American Revolution Loan Fund

Eligibility: Any qualified student.

Earl A. Ferns Loan Fund

Eligibility: Any qualified student.

David B. Hilton Memorial Loan Fund

Eligibility: Any qualified student.

Allen J. Johns Memorial Loan Fund

Donor: The Family of Allen J. Johns.

Eligibility: Preference to special education majors.

Kappa Phi Chi Loan Fund

Eligibility: Any qualified student.

Kaufman Loan Fund

Eligibility: Must be a resident of the city of Marquette.

Kiwanis Loan Fund

Eligibility: Must be enrolled in the practical nursing curriculum.

Lions Club Loan Fund

Eligibility: Any qualified student.

John Lowe Loan Fund

Eligibility: Preference to students in the science fields.

Marquette-Alger Medical Society Loan Fund

Eligibility: Must be enrolled in a premedical/emergency services curriculum.

Marquette Range Engineers Loan Fund

Eligibility: Preference to Upper Peninsula students.

Anna Minsker Loan Fund

Eligibility: Any qualified student.

C.V. Money Loan Fund

Eligibility: Must be enrolled as a full-time physical education major, and must have completed 12 semester hours of course work at NMU.

Mary E. Moore Loan Fund

Eligibility: Female students.

Carla A. Moyer Loan Fund

Eligibility: Any qualified student.

NMU Athletic Loan Fund

Eligibility: Athletic team participants.

Practical Nurses Loan Fund

Eligibility: Must be enrolled in the practical nursing curriculum.

Karen Wilson Ranta Loan Fund

Eligibility:  Must be a member of the Delta Zeta sorority.

Meta Hunt Roeher Loan Fund

Eligibility: Preference to art students.

Sigma Phi Epsilon Loan Fund

Eligibility: Any full-time student.

Grace Spalding Loan Fund

Eligibility: Preference to art students.

Stanaway Loan Fund

Eligibility: Any Negaunee student.

John E. Swanson Loan Fund

Eligibility: Preference to Baraga County students.

Upper Peninsula Student Loan Fund

Eligibility: Must be a resident of the Upper Peninsula of Michigan.

Vandament Loan Fund

Eligibility: Any qualified student.

David L. Vanderhoof Loan Fund

Eligibility: Any qualified student.

Philip J. Vicari Fund

Eligibility: Any qualified student.

 

Employment Programs

 

Work-Study Employment Program

Eligibility: Students, particularly those from low-income families who need a job to help pay for college expenses, are potentially eligible for employment under the federally supported Work-Study Program. To be eligible for the Work-Study Program, a continuing student must be enrolled as at least a half-time student at Northern Michigan University and be in good standing, making satisfactory and measurable progress toward a degree.

Work: Students may work up to 20 hours per week at the regular student hourly rate during the regular semester. During vacations and semester break, students may work as many as 40 hours per week.

Michigan Work-Study Program

Eligibility: A recipient must be:

1. a U.S. citizen or permanent resident;

2. a Michigan resident for at least 12 months;

3. free of incarceration in a corrections institution nor default on a Stafford Loan or Supplemental Student Loan; and

4. enrolled as at least a half-time student at NMU.

The award is limited to ten semesters of eligibility.

Work: Students who can demonstrate financial need may be eligible to work up to 20 hours per week under this state-sponsored work-study program. During vacations and semester break, students may work as many as 40 hours per week.

Student Employment

Many NMU students earn a substantial portion of their university expenses. The university employs students in a variety of positions in residence halls, libraries, offices, food service, and other operations. The JOBSearch Office advises students regarding part time positions on and off campus. Students may not attempt more than 20 hours of work per week. The campus starting pay rate varies depending on the job. Part time jobs usually depend upon the student’s class schedule, and in the case of new students, this is not known until after they have registered for classes during the orientation session.

Note: Students desiring more information about part-time positions may write to the JOBSearch Center, 1102 University Center, telephone 906-227-2800 or on the web at jobsearch@nmu.edu.

Other Types of Financial Assistance

Michigan Competitive Scholarship

Eligibility: High school students are selected for this state-sponsored award if they have achieved a qualifying score on the ACT examination and have been designated a Michigan Competitive semifinalist.

Award: Awards are made based upon financial need and vary up to the amount of full tuition. Recipients must be enrolled full-time (12 credit hours or more). Three-quarter-time and half-time students' awards will be adjusted accordingly.

Application: Application is made by completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid. Northern Michigan University will not substitute any scholarship or grant assistance if a Michigan Competitive Scholarship applicant fails to follow the published application procedures or deadline dates.

Michigan Merit Award Scholarship

Origin:  Established in June, 1999 by the state of Michigan under Public Act 94 of 1999.

Eligibility:  Open to all high school graduates in Michigan (including public school, public school academy, nonpublic school, and home schooled students) or those who passed the General Educational Development (GED) or other graduate equivalency examination approved by the State Board of Education.  Initial awards will be made to the high school graduating class of 2000.  This is a merit-based scholarship, based on student achievement only, and not based on demonstrating financial need.

To be eligible, a student must take the Michigan Education Assessment Program (MEAP) High School Tests (HST) in mathematics, reading, science, and writing.   Students who score at Level 1 (Exceeded Michigan Standards) or level 2 (Met Michigan Standards) of these four tests and meet all other eligibility requirements will qualify to receive the $2,500 scholarship award.

For a student who meets or exceeds state standards on at least two but not all four of the above-specified subject tests, there are two alternate ways to qualify:

•Alternate A:  The student meets or exceeds standards on at least two but not all four of the above-specified subject tests and scores in the top 25 percent on a nationally recognized college entrance exam (e.g., ACT or SAT) as determined by the Michigan Merit Award Board.

•Alternate B:  The student meets or exceeds state standards on at least two of the above-specified subject tests and performs well on a nationally recognized job skills assessment test as determined by the Michigan Merit Award Board.  If a student qualifies under this alternative, he/she may only use the scholarship for vocational/technical training.

In either case, the student must meet all other eligibility requirements.

A recipient must not have been convicted of a felony involving an assault, physical injury, or death.

Beginning with the graduating Class of 2005, there will be an additional award of up to $500 for students who also perform well on the 7th and 8th grade MEAP tests in mathematics, science, reading, and writing, for a total scholarship award of up to $3,000.  Note that these students must still take and meet the eligibility requirements related to the MEAP HST to receive the scholarship award (i.e., a student cannot receive only a $500 award).

Application:   By taking the MEAP HST, a student will be "applying" for the scholarship.  A student's ACT scores are already submitted to the State when the ACT is taken.  Students who take the SAT must expressly authorize the College Board to release SAT scores to the Michigan Merit Award Program (code #1173).  The Michigan Merit Award Board may identify any additional application requirements.

Michigan Tuition Incentive Program (TIP)

The Tuition Incentive Program covers tuition and mandatory fees for courses leading to a certificate or associate degree at NMU.

Eligibility: Applicants must be:

1. a U.S. citizen (legal alien with permanent status);

2. a Michigan resident;

3. under 20 years of age at time of graduation or completion of GED.

Financial eligibility is determined by the Michigan Department of Treasury. Students must apply prior to high school graduation or GED completion.

Note: More details are available from the Michigan Department of Treasury, Bureau of Student Financial Assistance, Office of Information and Resources, P. O. Box 30466, Lansing, Michigan 48909-7966 or the NMU Office of Financial Aid.

Police Officer's and Fire Fighter's Survivor Tuition Act

Public Act 295 of 1996 provides for the waiver of tuition at public community and junior colleges and state universities for the surviving spouse and children of Michigan police officers and fire fighters killed in the line of duty.

Eligible surviving spouses and children must meet the following requirements:

•Admitted for full or part-time attendance in a degree or certificate program

•Be a legal resident of Michigan for 12 consecutive months preceding application.

•Provide satisfactory evidence that the applicant is an eligible child or surviving spouse of a police office or fire fighter killed in the line of duty

•If an eligible child, apply for the first time before the age of 21

•Demonstrate financial need by completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).  The family income, excluding income from death benefits must be below 400% of the poverty level

•Maintain satisfactory academic progress for each enrolled term/semester

•Has not received a bachelor's degree and received a tuition waiver for less than 124 semester hours or 180 term hours

Limitations:  Tuition may only be waived for courses applicable toward a degree or certificate in which the applicant is enrolled.  Tuition may be waived for not more than 9 semesters or the equivalent terms.  Tuition may be waived only to the extent that the tuition is not covered or paid by any scholarship, trust fund, statutory benefit, or other source of tuition coverage.

Application:  The Department of State Police shall determine if the applicant is eligible for a tuition waiver.  Applications may be obtained from the Michigan Department of State Police, Michigan Law Enforcement Officers Training Council, 7426 N. Canal Road, Lansing, MI  48913 or from the Financial Aid Office, Room 308 Cohodas, Northern Michigan University, Marquette, MI  49855.

 

Miscellaneous Assistance Programs

 

Reserve Officers Training Corps Scholarships

Two-year through four-year programs.

Eligibility: The Army ROTC Scholarships Program is designed to offer assistance to outstanding students in the ROTC program who are interested in the Army as a career.

Award: Each scholarship provides for free tuition, textbooks, and laboratory fees in addition to a monthly stipend while the scholarship is in effect. During a five-week summer training period, normally at the end of the junior year, this pay is increased to one-half the pay of a second lieutenant, plus travel expenses to and from camp.

Application: The Department of Military Science has further information and application forms.

Reserve Officers Training Corps Subsistence

Award: Each third-and fourth-year cadet is paid a monthly subsistence for up to ten months each year.

Michigan Public Act 245

Eligibility: Children of veterans who died of service-connected injuries, or who are totally disabled as a result of service-connected injuries, may be eligible for benefits under Public Act 245, provided that definite need is established.

Application: Applications may be obtained from the Michigan Veteran’s Trust Fund, Lansing, MI.

Michigan Rehabilitation Services

Eligibility: Financial assistance to persons who have a disability that has interfered with, or may interfere with, the individual’s job performance, may request an application from the Michigan Department of Career Development and Rehabilitation Services. Financial need must be demonstrated.

Michigan Commission for the Blind, Roy Johnson Trust

Eligibility: A scholarship program for persons who are blind and pursuing a graduate degree in an accredited college within the State of Michigan.

Award: Awards are made for tuition, room and board, or reader services.

Application: Application forms can be obtained from the Roy Johnson Trust, Michigan Department of Labor, Commission for the Blind, 309 North Washington Square, P.O. Box 30015, Lansing, MI  48909, Attention:  Harold Payne, Administrator.

Job Training Partnership Act (JTPA)

Eligibility: Provides job training and educational benefits to the economically disadvantaged and those individuals facing serious barriers to employment.

Application: Information and applications may be obtained from the Department of Labor’s local Michigan Works the Job Force Office.

Survivors’ and Dependents’ Educational Assistance Chapter 35

Eligibility: For children, spouses, survivors of veterans whose deaths or permanent total disabilities were service-connected and for spouses and children of service persons missing in action or prisoners of war.

Application: More information is available from the U.S. Veterans Administration or the university Veterans Student Services Office, Room 208, Cohodas Administrative Center.

Veterans’ Educational Assistance Program (VEAP–Chapter 32)

Eligibility: For veterans and those currently serving who: 

1. first entered active duty after December 31, 1976;  

2. were released under conditions other than dishonorable or continue on active duty but have completed their first obligated period of service (or six years of active duty, whichever comes first); and

3. have satisfactorily contributed to the program.

 Application: More information is available from the Veteran Student Services Office, Room 208 Cohodas Administrative Center.

VA Vocational Rehabilitation Chapter 31

Eligibility: Veterans who served in the armed forces during World War II or thereafter are eligible for vocational rehabilitation if all three of the following conditions are met:

1. they suffered a service-connected disability in active service which entitles them to compensation;

2. they were discharged or released under other than dishonorable conditions; and

3. the VA determines that they need vocational rehabilitation to overcome the handicap of their disabilities.

 Application: More information is available from the U.S. Veterans Administration or the university Veteran Student Services Office. After enrollment, students approved by the Veterans Administration for educational assistance allowances under any of the above federal public laws should personally contact the Veterans Student Services Office, Room 208 Cohodas Administrative Center.

Michigan Indian Tuition Waiver Program (MITW)

Eligibility: Students who are at least one-quarter Indian blood quantum and members of federally recognized American Indian tribes and who are residents of the State of Michigan are eligible for the Indian Tuition Waiver.

Application: General information may be obtained from Renee Daniels, Coordinator, Native American Community Services, 615 Turner Ave., NW, Room 31, Grand Rapids, MI 49504; Telephone 616-458-4078, or from the NMU Financial Aid Office.

Children of Michigan National Guard Personnel

Eligibility: Children of Michigan National Guard personnel killed or totally disabled as a result of active state service.

Award: Provides tuition and fees for Michigan’s public higher education institutions.

Application: Application should be made through the Information Office, Department of Military Affairs, 2500 South Washington, Lansing, MI 49813.

Montgomery G.I. Bill-Selected Reserve Chapter 1606

Eligibility: To earn the benefit, a person must be a high school graduate, must serve at least 180 days in the National Guard and must have at least six years of service remaining in the National Guard after July 1, 1985.

Application: Applications should be made through one’s local National Guard armory or the State Recruiting Office or by making contact with the NMU Veterans Student Service Office, Room 208 Cohodas.

Montgomery G.I. Bill-Active Duty (Chapter 30)

Eligibility: For veterans and those currently serving on active duty who:

1. entered active duty after July 1, 1989;

2. served honorably for two or more continuous years;

3. completed initial active duty obligation; and

4. contributed to the MGIB program.

Alternately, a veteran may be eligible if first entered active duty before January 1, 1977, and has served on active duty for a minimum of three continuous years after June 30, 1985.

Application: For more information contact the Veteran Student Services Office, Room 208 Cohodas.

National Guard Student Loan Repayment Program

Award: Up to $20,000 in Stafford Direct Student Loans may be repaid by service in the National Guard.

Application: Applications are available at any National Guard armory, Air National Guard Air Base, or National Guard recruiter.

Army Continuing Education System

Award: Provides up to 90 percent of tuition and fees for qualified Army Guard members pursuing a college degree.

Application: Applications are available at any National Guard armory or National Guard Recruiter.

 

Development Fund Scholarships

Note: Unless application procedures are specifically stated, students will receive automatic consideration for all endowed scholarships by completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid.

Russell and Vina Adams Endowed Scholarship

Origin: Established in 1999 by a gift from Russell Adams.

Eligibility: This scholarship will be given to a student at Northern Michigan University who is pursuing a bachelor's degree.  The recipient must be a full time student, must be at least of sophomore standing and must show financial need.  The NMU Scholarship Committee will make the selection.

Award: Varies.

Number: Varies.

Russell W. Adams Endowed Scholarship

Origin: Established in 1999 by Dr. Roland S. Strolle in honor of Russell W. Adams' leadership in developing programs in technology and the applied sciences.

Eligibility: Recipient must be in diploma or certificate program in the College of Technology and Applied Sciences, need not be full-time and must demonstrate financial need.  The College of Technology and Applied Sciences nominates candidates to the university Scholarship Committee, which makes the final decision.

Award: Varies.

Number: Varies.

Adventure Travel and Tour International Student Scholarship

Origin: Established in 1996 by Paulette Lindberg of Adventure Travel and Tour.

Eligibility: Candidates must be full-time students at Northern Michigan University and must be categorized as “International Students” by the university. There will be two awards; first preference will be given to a student in the theatre program for the first award. Should there be no qualified candidate for the first award, other international students may be considered. The second scholarship may be awarded to a full-time international student in any NMU program. Eligible candidates will be identified by the Director of International Affairs or by the individual responsible for international student affairs should there be no  director. The selection of recipients will be made by the university Scholarship Committee.

Award: $250.

Number: Two.

Stan Albeck Scholarship Fund

Origin: Established in 1979 by former Northern Michigan University basketball players in honor of their former head coach, Stan Albeck.

Eligibility: First priority for this scholarship will be given to a basketball player who has shown marked improvement either in the classroom or on the basketball floor. The recipient must be a full-time student of sophomore standing or higher. Second priority will be given to a former NMU basketball player who is returning to NMU for completion of his bachelor’s degree. The men’s basketball head coach will nominate candidates to the university Scholarship Committee. The final decision will be made by the university Scholarship Committee and one former Northern Michigan University basketball player.

Award: Varies.

Number: Varies.

ALLIES Scholarship for Student Leader Development

Origin: Established in 2001 by the Allies organization of Northern Michigan University.

Eligibility: This scholarship shall assist full-time students at Northern Michigan University.  Recipients must have achieved sophomore status or higher. Must exhibit leadership abilities and accomplishments in the area of understanding and awareness of issues that exist for the gay/lesbian/bisexual/transgender (GLBT) community at Northern Michigan University. Student applications should be submitted by Feb 28th to Office of ALLIES representatives. Candidates will be nominated by the ALLIES scholarship committee.  The University Scholarship committee will have final approval.

Award: $500 per year minimum.

Number: Varies.

Daisy B. and Charles B. Alvord Scholarship

Origin: Established in 1979 by the Alvord family, formerly of Marquette.

Eligibility: The recipient must be an upper-class (junior or senior) student making satisfactory progress toward a degree. Recipient must be an Upper Peninsula high school graduate. Financial need must be proven according to the standards established by the university.

Award: $300.

Number: One.

Bobbi Ameen Memorial Scholarship

Origin:  Established in 2000 through a trust in memory of Bobbi Ameen.

Eligibility:  The recipient will have achieved junior status, have a minimum 3.0 GPA and be majoring in art education. Faculty from the Art and Design Department will submit nominations to the university Scholarship Committee that will make the final selection.

Award:  $1,000 minimum.

Number:  Varies.

The Arthur Anderson & Company Scholarship

Origin: Established in 1990 by the firm of Arthur Andersen and other donors for scholarship support for accounting students.

Eligibility: A candidate must be a student pursuing an accounting major or an accounting/CIS major, be of at least sophomore status, and have a minimum 2.75 GPA. The College of Business Scholarship & Awards Committee will make the award determination.

Award: $300.

Number: Varies.

The Baby Grand Scholarship

Origin: Established in 2000 by Gilbert L. Ziegler, '60, and Chair of the Northern Michigan University Board of Trustees, 2000; and David S. Haynes, '72, in honor of their new grandchildren.

Eligibility: To be eligible for the award, a candidate must be a full time student at Northern Michigan University in any major. First preference will be given to single parents with school age children, followed by non-traditional students with school-age children.

Award: Minimum award will be $500.

Number: Varies.

Thomas L. Baldini Scholarship in Political Science

Origin:  Established in 1999 by family, friends, and colleagues of Thomas L Baldini.

Eligibility:  The recipient must be a junior or senior with a minimum 3.0 GPA, majoring in a program offered by the Political Science and Public Administration Department and who is participating in the student intern program established by the department. Applications may be obtained from the Political Science and Public Administration Department.

Award: Varies, $500 minimum.

Number: Varies.

Dr. Ellsworth Barnard Scholarship

Origin: Established in December, 1988 by Ruben Franco, one of Dr. Barnard's former students.

Eligibility: The recipient must be a student from a minority group who is admitted under the Right to Try Program. The student must show financial need, demonstrate academic promise, and be involved in social issues. The university Scholarship Committee makes the final selection.

Award: $1,000.

Number: One.

The Marcella Beaumier Endowed Scholarship

Origin: Established in 2001 by Dr. John Beaumier, brother of Marcella Beaumier.

Eligibility: The Scholarship will provide awards to qualifying full-time students. Students majoring in Music. Minimum 3.0 GPA. The University Scholarship Committee will select recipients.

Award: Varies. $500 minimum.

Number: Varies.

The Paul Beaumier Endowed Scholarship

Origin: Established in 2001 by Dr. John Beaumier, father of Paul Beaumier.

Eligibility:  The Scholarship will provide awards to qualifying full-time students. Students majoring in Special Education. Minimum 3.0 GPA. The University Scholarship Committee will select recipients.

Award: Varies. $500 minimum.

Number: Varies.

Alice M. Becker Scholarship

Origin: Established in 1982 by Gilbert L. Ziegler in honor of his mother, Alice M. Becker.

Eligibility: The recipient must be a full-time student accepted for study at Northern Michigan University toward a bachelor’s degree in education in one or more of the following areas: elementary education, mentally impaired secondary education. Preference is given to a student from the Upper Peninsula who exhibits a love of teaching and of learning, and who has a demonstrated financial need.

Award: $500 per year.

Number: One.

Wilbert A. Berg Scholarship Fund

Origin: Established in May 1985 by the family and friends of Wilbert A. Berg, former dean of the School of Education.

Eligibility: The scholarship will be for an undergraduate full-time student at the junior or senior level who is majoring in education. The student must be admitted to teacher education and show financial need. The recipient should demonstrate promise in the field of education and should show leadership and potential for becoming a good teacher. Applicants who meet the above criteria should submit a scholarship application, along with three letters of support, to the head of the Department of Education. The Head of the Department of Education will recommend not more than six qualified applicants to a review committee. This review committee will consist of the Head of the Department of Education, the Director of Laboratory and Field Experiences, and the Director of Financial Aid who shall act as Chairperson. This committee will then make a recommendation to the university Scholarship Committee, which will make the final selection.

Award: $1,000 per year ($500 per semester).

Number: One.

The Karla Bester English Scholarship

Origin: This scholarship was established by the family of Karla Bester, 1976 graduate of Northern Michigan University.  Karla had a lifelong passion for poetry and writing, and was a published poet.

Eligibility: The scholarship will provide awards to qualifying full-time students at NMU. To be eligible for the award, a student must be majoring in English. Student must demonstrate financial need. Student should be in good academic standing, according to NMU standards.

Award: $500 minimum, more as earnings allow.

Number: One or more as earnings allow.

William L. Billings Special Education Scholarship

Origin: Established in 1997 in the last will and testament of William L. Billings.

Eligibility: Candidates must be a full time student at Northern Michigan University studying special education and planning to pursue a career as a teacher in special education. First preference will be given to students graduating from high schools in Allegan County, Michigan.

Award: Varies.

Number: Varies.

George R. Blommel Football Scholarship

Origin: Established in 1993 by George R. Blommel ’61 of Menominee Falls, Wis., an All-American, a two-time team captain and a two-time most valuable player.

Eligibility: This scholarship will be given annually to a football player who has demonstrated financial need, exhibits a strong desire on the football field, achieves a 2.50 grade point average and who participates positively in the campus community. The recipient must be a full-time sophomore, junior or senior. The head football coach in consultation with the football staff will nominate a candidate(s) to the university Scholarship Committee which will make the final decision.

Award: $700; may vary.

Number: One.

Don H. Bottum Memorial Scholarship

Origin: Established in 1995 by friends and family in memory of Don Hollis Bottum. When he retired from Northern Michigan University in 1959 after 36 years of service he held the position of Dean of Students. Previously he was Dean of Men, Director of Housing, and Principal of the Pierce Laboratory School.

Eligibility: A candidate must be a full time student majoring in education at Northern Michigan University. There are two types of awards.

The first will be granted to the highest achieving student in the program who has completed sufficient credits to be considered a "Senior." There will be one annual, non-renewable award of $500 of this type.

The second type of award will be given to students just entering the program who demonstrate financial need and who graduated from an Upper Peninsula high school. Nominees must be in good academic standing. Depending upon the availability of earnings, there will be one or more $250 non-renewable award of this type.

The Department of Education will nominate qualified candidates for the first type of award. The Financial Aid Office will nominate qualified candidates for the second type. The university Scholarship Committee will make the final selection.

Award: Varies.

Number: Varies.

Dr. Holmes Boynton Scholarship

Origin: Established in 1971 by family, faculty, administration and former students at Northern Michigan University in memory of Dr. Boynton.

Eligibility: The recipient shall be a student who has been accepted in the elementary or secondary teacher education curriculum who is majoring in mathematics or who is a pure mathematics major, and who has at least a 2.00 GPA. Candidates should show distinct promise in the field of mathematics and/or teaching of mathematics and show financial need. Candidates are recommended by the Department of Mathematics to the university Scholarship Committee, which makes the final selection.

Award: $125 per year; renewable.

Number: One.

Roy and Ellen Brigman Scholarship

Origin: Established in December, 1990 by Roy and Ellen Brigman.

Eligibility: Preference will be given to a student who is physically handicapped. If there are no students who meet this qualification, then the scholarship can be given to a student who is majoring in Physical Therapy or Special Education. Preference should be given to a student who is from the Upper Peninsula of Michigan or the Traverse City area.

The university Office of Student Support Services and Disability Services, the Department of Education and/or the Department of Medical Technology will nominate qualified candidates to the university Scholarship Committee, which will make the final selection.

Award: Varies.

Number: One.

Brown Economics Scholarship

Origin: Established in 1999 by an anonymous donor.

Eligibility: Recipient must be a graduate of an Upper Peninsula high school, majoring in Economics, be a sophomore or higher grade level with a minimum GPA of 3.0.

Award: $500, may vary.

Number: Varies.

Glenn C. Brown Memorial Scholarship

Origin: Established in 1986 by the family and friends of former Head Basketball Coach Glenn C. Brown, who died in July 1986.

Eligibility: First priority will be given to a former NMU basketball player who is returning to NMU for completion of his bachelor’s degree. Second priority will be given to a former NMU basketball player who is entering NMU Graduate College. Third priority will be given to any undergraduate student who has contributed to the men’s basketball program. The recipient must be a full-time student making satisfactory progress toward a degree. The men’s basketball head coach will nominate candidates to the university Scholarship Committee. The final decision will be made by the committee and one former NMU basketball player.

Award: Varies.

Number: Varies.

Father Howard Brown Memorial Award

Origin: Established in 1993 by former Northern Michigan University hockey players as a tribute to Father Brown's strong allegiance to the Wildcat Hockey program and to the special interest he took in the many players who have been involved in Northern Hockey.

Eligibility: Recipients will be Northern Michigan University hockey players who have completed their four years of eligibility but are still working towards finishing a four year degree. Recipients must be in good academic standing and preference will be given to those individuals who have not signed a professional contract. The Northern Michigan University hockey coaching staff will make the final selection from applicants.

Award: Varies.

Number: Varies.

Ellen Juntunen Bryan Scholarship

Origin: Established in 1983 by Ford R. Bryan.

Eligibility: Recipients must be graduates of an Upper Peninsula high school who will be working on a bachelor’s degree in education. Recipients will have attained a 3.00 high school GPA and must maintain a 3.00 GPA in their undergraduate work. The scholarship will be applied directly to charges for tuition fees or room and board. The School of Education Scholarship Committee makes the final decision.

Award: Varies; renewable.

Number: Two.

Carol E. and Thomas V. Buchl Endowed Scholarship

Origin: Established in 1999 by a gift from Carol and Tom Buchl.

Eligibility: Candidate must be a full-time student at Northern Michigan University enrolled in a two or four year business program with a minimum 2.25 GPA.  Nominations will be made by the Walker L. Cisler College of Business to the university Scholarship Committee, which will make the final selection.

Award: Varies.

Number: Varies.

Signild Buck Endowed Scholarship

Origin:  Established in 2000 with a gift from the will of Signild Buck.

Eligibility:  The recipient must be a full-time student with a minimum GPA of 3.0 who is a resident of the Upper Peninsula who demonstrates financial need.  The award will alternate between elementary education and art students, with the first award to be made in the odd year to an education student.  In the event that no eligible students qualify in their assigned year, the award shall be made from the other department.  When the fund reaches a substantial amount, students from both departments may receive awards.  The university Scholarship Committee will make the final selection.

Award:  Varies.

Number:  Varies.

Kenneth J. and Virginia A. Bureau Scholarship

Origin: Established in April 1985 by Kenneth J. and Virginia A. Bureau.

Eligibility: The scholarship is for a full-time junior or senior student majoring in management or marketing. Preference will be given to a graduate of an Upper Peninsula high school. The Walker L. Cisler College of Business Scholarship Committee recommends candidates to the university Scholarship Committee which makes the final decision.

Award: Varies; renewable.

Number: One.

Mary L. Campbell Endowed Scholarship

Origin: Established in 1998 by a gift from Mary L. Campbell and The Campbell Fund.

Eligibility: Recipients will be of high academic ability and demonstrate financial need.  First priority will be for students who are in the Honors Program.  If not enough students in the Honors Program have financial need, other students with at least a 3.25 GPA who demonstrate financial need will be considered for the scholarship.

Award: $1,000 renewable.

Number: Varies.

Centennial Endowed Scholarship Fund

Origin: Established in 1998 by friends and alumni of Northern Michigan University on the occasion of the University's centennial celebration.

Eligibility: Recipient must be a full-time student studying for a bachelor's degree in any college at Northern Michigan University, have a minimum 3.25 high school GPA as a freshman or a college GPA of 3.0 or above if sophomore status or higher, and demonstrate financial need.  The university Scholarship Committee will make the final selection.  Scholarship may be renewed for up to four years providing that the students maintains a 3.0 GPA or higher.

Award: $1,000, may vary.

Number: Varies.

Russell & Ella Christian Scholarship

Origin: Established in 2002 by Russell and Ella Christian to assist the students of Northern Michigan University.

Eligibility: Candidates must be full time. Must be majoring in Business. Preference given to sophomore students, but students of sophomore or above may be considered. Preference given to students from the Upper Peninsula of Michigan, followed by students from elsewhere. Minimum GPA of 3.5. Scholarship is renewable for up to four years total per student, as long as student remains eligible. Students may apply, be nominated by the Business faculty, or be chosen by the University Scholarship Committee. Final approval will be by the University Scholarship Committee.

Award: $2,500 per year.

Dan Cihak Memorial Scholarship

Origin: Established in 2001 by the friends and family of Daniel L. Cihak in commemoration of his life-long example as teacher, coach and avid athlete to "just get out there and do it."

Eligibility: To be eligible for the award a candidate must be a student at Northern Michigan University on the cross-country ski team or cross-country running team. Preference given to students who demonstrate financial need. Preference given to students with at least 3.0 GPA. Candidates will be nominated by the coaches of the teams listed above with final approval by the University Scholarship Committee.  Candidates will be reviewed by Nancy Ford-Cihak or her representative when she or they are available.

Award: $500 minimum award.

Number: Varies as available earnings indicate.

Cleveland-Cliffs Foundation Scholarship

Origin: Established in 1984 by the trustees of the Cleveland-Cliffs Foundation.

Eligibility: The recipient must be a resident of Michigan, Wisconsin, or Minnesota who is majoring in computer science or in the field of business administration. Preference will be given to children of Cleveland-Cliffs employees when their qualifications are equal to those of other applicants. Nominations may be made by the faculty in computer science and business administration. Final selection will be made by the university Scholarship Committee.

Award: $1,000.

Number: One.

Sam M. Cohodas College of Business Scholarship

Origin: Established in 1980 by Mr. Sam M. Cohodas.

Eligibility: Candidates must be full time students who will be juniors, seniors, or graduate students with a major in business. Candidates must demonstrate leadership skills and show promise of future business success as evidenced by two letters from faculty members from the Walker L. Cisler College of Business. A minimum 3.00 GPA is required. Special consideration will be given to Upper Peninsula students. The Walker L. Cisler College of Business nominates qualified students to the university Scholarship Committee, which makes the final selection.

Award: $2,000, may vary.

Number: Varies.

Richard B. Comley Hockey Scholarship

Origin: Established in 2001 in honor of Richard B. Comley and his 25 years of service as coach of the NMU men's hockey team.

Eligibility: The scholarship will be given to members of the NMU men's hockey team who are attending summer school or in their fifth year. Recipients will be nominated by the NMU mens hockey coach, with final approval by the University Scholarship committee.

Award: $500 per year minimum.

Number: Varies.

Hinda Cunningham Music Scholarship

Origin: Established in July of 1999 by Hinda (Cunningham) Westphal and Frederick Westphal in honor of Hinda (Cunningham) Westphal.

Eligibility: Preference will be given to an incoming freshman from a high school in the Upper Peninsula.  Recipient must be enrolled full-time studying music or music education at Northern Michigan University and meet the minimum GPA requirements of Northern Michigan University.  Students will be nominated by the NMU Music Faculty from audition.  The university Scholarship Committee will make the final selection.

Award: $500, may vary.

Number: One.

Dakota House Endowed Scholarship Fund

Origin: Established in 1999 by alumni who resided in Dakota House while students at Northern Michigan University.

Eligibility: Recipient must be full-time sophomore or above who is pursuing a bachelor's degree at Northern Michigan University.  Recipient must be living in Dakota House at the time of nomination, be planning to live there the next year, and  must also be contributing positively to the Dakota House community.  Nominations will be made to the university Scholarship Committee by a committee consisting of the Resident Advisor, Resident Director and a representative of the Office of Student Activities and Leadership Programs.  The university Scholarship Committee will make the final selection.

Award: Varies.

Number: Varies.

Detroit Free Press First Amendment Scholarship

Origin: Established in 1997 by the Detroit Free Press, to provide awards to qualifying students serving on the staff or board of the student newspaper at Northern Michigan University.

Eligibility: Candidate must be a full-time student in journalism or mass communication and a current member of the North Wind editorial staff.  The Departments of English and Communication and Performance Studies, in consultation with the student newspaper advisor, will nominate qualified candidates to the university Scholarship Committee, which will make the final selection.

Award: $750, may vary.

Number: Varies.

Joseph L. DeCook Scholarship

Origin: Established in 1985 by the family, friends, colleagues, and students of Joseph L. DeCook.

Eligibility: The recipient must be a graduate of an Upper Peninsula high school, with preference given to graduates of Newberry High School. The recipient must be working toward a bachelor’s degree in education at NMU, with secondary preference given to a student working toward a baccalaureate degree in one of the health care professions. If an appropriate award cannot be made to an upper division student, the award will be made to a freshman or sophomore level student from Newberry High School with an interest in teaching or in health care according to the priority described above. The School of Education will nominate candidates to the Scholarship Committee, and will consult as appropriate with representatives of Newberry High School and with the College of Professional Studies. The university Scholarship Committee will select the recipient.

Award: $500 per year ($250 per semester).

Number: Two.

John and Susi Dahlke Scholarship

Origin: Established in 2001 by John and Susi Dahlke.

Eligibility: The Scholarship will provide to full-time students at Northern Michigan University. Student must be majoring in Business or Education. Must demonstrate financial need. Sophomore, junior or senior status. Must be graduate of an Upper Peninsula high school. Nominations will be made by the Education and Business faculty, with final selection by the University Scholarship Committee.

Award: $500 minimum annually.

Number: Varies as available earnings indicate.

James T. Dunne Scholarship

Origin: Established in March 1985 by the family and friends of James T. Dunne, Marquette, Michigan.

Eligibility: Recipient must be a full-time NMU student of at least junior status majoring in business administration, who is planning a career in labor relations. The recipient must be in good standing with a minimum overall GPA of 3.00 and have demonstrated a creative interest in the field through college activities or writing. A four-member committee will nominate qualified candidates to the university Scholarship Committee, which makes the final selection.

Award: $300; may vary.

Number: One.

Tina A. Eicker Memorial Scholarship

Origin: Established in 1992 by family and friends of Tina A. Eicker, a 1927 graduate of Northern Michigan University.

Eligibility: Awarded annually to a full-time NMU junior who is majoring in secondary Mathematics Education with teaching as his/her goal. The recipient must have a minimum GPA of 3.25. Preference will be given to a Newberry High School graduate, with second preference given to a resident of the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. The Student Affairs Committee of the Mathematics and Computer Science Department will make the recommendation to the university Scholarship Committee, which will make the final selection.

Award: $250.

Number: One.

Empire Iron Mining Partnership and Tilden Mining Company L.C. Industrial Maintenance Technology (Mining Option) Scholarship

Origin: The Empire Iron Mining Partnership and Tilden Mining Company L.C. Scholarship was established in May 2000 by the two mines.

Eligibility: Recipients must be high school graduates who have completed a minimum of two years of high school mathematics including algebra, a minimum of two years of high school science and should have completed four years of high school English.  Recipients must have a minimum ACT score of 19 and must be accepted into the Industrial Maintenance Technology (Mining Option) Associate Degree Program at Northern Michigan University.  First preference will be given to graduates of Marquette County high schools.  Final selection will be made by a committee chaired by the Dean of the College of Technology and Applied Sciences.  Recipients of the scholarship will be given the opportunity for summer employment at Empire and Tilden Mines after successfully completing the first year with a minimum 2.00 grade point average and meeting satisfactory progress toward completion of the Associate Degree.

Amount: $1000 for academic year, $500 per semester, nonrenewable.

Number: Ten.

Rauha Laitala Farrar Scholarship

Origin: Established in November 1992 by Rauha Laitala Farrar, a 1929 graduate of Northern Training School.

Eligibility: Candidates must be a full-time or prospective student from the Upper Peninsula who demonstrates financial need and academic achievement. Final selection will be made by the university Scholarship Committee.

Award: Varies.

Number: One.

Farrell Cartography Scholarship

Origin: Established by the family of John Patrick Farrell in recognition of his long association with students at Northern Michigan University.

Eligibility:  The candidate must have attained senior status, have taken and completed 10 or more credit hours at Northern Michigan University in the mapping sciences and have the highest grade point average in all mapping science courses taken and completed. The department head of the Geography department will make a recommendation to the university Scholarship Committee which will make the final selection.

Award: Varies.

Number: One.

The First National Bank of Negaunee Scholarship

Origin: Established in 1999 by the Board of Directors of the First National Bank of Negaunee to assist students in the communities served by FNBN.

Eligibility: The recipient must be a student from Marquette County, and enrolled in either the business or finance program at Northern Michigan University.

Award: Varies depending upon growth of scholarship.

Number: Varies as available earnings indicate.

F.L. Frosty Ferzacca Football Scholarship

Origin: Established in 1985 by former NMU football players, coaches, and friends in honor of F.L. Frosty Ferzacca, former head coach.

Eligibility: Candidates must be full-time sophomores, juniors, or seniors who show strong abilities on the football field, achieve a 2.50 GPA, and participate in community life at NMU. The head football coach will nominate candidates to the university Scholarship Committee, which will make the final selection.

Award: $1,000; may vary.

Number: One.

Keith Forsberg Accounting Award

Origin: Established in 1988 by John W. Hebert.

Eligibility: Awarded each year to an outstanding student in the Walker L. Cisler College of Business. The College of Business nominates qualified students to the university Scholarship Committee, which makes the final selection.

Award: $250; may vary.

Number: One.

Keith M. Forsberg Memorial Scholarship

Origin: Established in memory of Keith M. Forsberg, an Upper Peninsula native, school guidance counselor, teacher, superintendent, coach and school board member. A 1951 graduate of NMU, he went on to serve in several capacities at NMU, including Assistant to the President for University Services, Director of Conferences and Director of Placement and Career Planning from 1962 until 1984.

Eligibility: The recipient shall be a full-time student of at least junior, senior or graduate status with a 3.00 cumulative GPA or higher and who has been accepted in the Elementary or Secondary Teacher Education curriculum. The School of Education shall nominate candidates prior to May 1 to the university Scholarship Committee, which will make the final selection. Preference will be given to a needy student from the Upper Peninsula of Michigan.

Award: $500.

Number: Varies.

The Diane Fugiel Scholarship

Origin: Established in 2001 by friends and family of Diane Fugiel, field hockey player at Northern Michigan University 1968-69, and former Physical Education instructor.

Eligibility: This scholarship shall assist students who are majoring in physical education at Northern Michigan University. The scholarships should be awarded first to Port Huron Northern High School students majoring in physical education...a 'Northern to Northern' physical education scholarship. If no student from PHNHS wishes to major in physical education then any student from that school wishing any major in the Department of Health, Physical Education and Recreation including athletic training and sports science would be eligible. If no student from PHNHS wishes to major in any of the HPER programs, then any student from that school wishing to attend Northern Michigan University would be eligible. Finally, should no student from PHNHS be eligible, any physical education major at Northern Michigan University will be eligible. Student must be in good academic standing according to NMU Financial Aid guidelines. Must demonstrate financial need. PHNHS students must complete and send scholarship applications provided at the high school guidance office by June 1.

Award: $500 per year minimum.

Number: Varies.

Luther and Gladys Gant Memorial Endowed Scholarship

Origin:  Established in 2000 by Elizabeth Hosking Binda, former teacher at the John D. Pierce School in honor of Luther O. Gant (who was hired in 1917 as Northern Michigan University's mathematics instructor, became men's Athletic Director in 1918 and Registrar in 1937), and his wife Gladys.

Eligibility:  Recipients will be full-time students, with preference given to students from the Upper Peninsula who are majoring in education.  The university Scholarship Committee will make the final selection.

Award:  Varies, $1,000 minimum.

Number:  Varies.

The Shirley Godfrey Memorial Scholarship

Origin: Established in 2001 by friends and family of Shirley Godfrey.

Eligibility: This scholarship shall assist students who are in good academic standing and involved in community service. Preference given to Upper Peninsula or Northern Wisconsin residents. Preference given to freshman. Student must be in good academic standing according to NMU Financial Aid guidelines. Must demonstrate financial need. Priority given to students who are first generation college students. Students shall provide some record of their volunteer or community service to Financial Aid office, with a letter of verification from a volunteer supervisor or community service worker.

Award: $500 per year minimum.

Number: Varies. This scholarship is renewable up to four years total, provided the recipient maintains good academic standing and is active in volunteer or community service.

W. Albert Hakala Endowed Scholarship

Origin: Established by W. Albert Hakala, a 1943 graduate of the John D. Pierce Training School, Northern College of Education, a 1949 graduate of Northern Michigan College of Education and a retired professor from the Elementary Education Department in the School of Education at Central Michigan University.

Eligibility: Recipient must be of sophomore or higher standing majoring in elementary education and able to demonstrate financial need.  Recipient must be a graduate of a high school in the Upper Peninsula.  If no elementary education majors from Upper Peninsula high schools are identified, graduates of other Michigan high schools will be selected.  Award may be renewed.  The College of Education at Northern Michigan University, the Office of Financial Aid and W. Albert Hakala's niece, Carol Hakala Stevens will make the final selection.

Award: $500, may vary.

Number: Varies.

Edgar L. Harden Scholarships

Origin: Established by family and friends of Edgar L. Harden, former president of Northern Michigan University.

Eligibility: The recipient will be a full-time student who graduated from an Upper Peninsula high school, have completed one year at Northern Michigan University and shown significant academic improvement.

Award: $500, may vary.

Number: Varies.

Eva T. Haring Memorial Scholarship

Origin: Established in 1995 by James Haring in memory of his mother, Eva T. (Ericson) Haring, a 1926 graduate of Northern Normal with a Life Certificate.

Eligibility: A student must be majoring in education. Successful nominees will be in good academic standing and studying in the fields related to early childhood education. The School of Education will nominate qualified candidates. The university Scholarship Committee will make the final selection.

Award: Varies.

Number: Varies.

The Joseph P. Healy Scholarship

Origin: Established in 2001 by a gift from Joseph P. Healy.  Mr. Healy was employed as a senior tradesperson for over 30 years at Northern Michigan University.

Eligibility: To provide scholarships for students at NMU. Recipients will be chosen by the University Scholarship Committee. Students from any major or financial situation may be chosen.

Award: Varies according to earnings.

Number: Varies.

James and Sandra Hendricks Endowed Scholarship

Origin:  Established in 2000 by friends and family of James and Sandra Hendricks.

Eligibility:  Preference will be given to students in the elementary or special education program.  Next preference will be given to students in the secondary education program, followed by students in the College of Professional Studies.  Recipients must have a minimum 3.0 GPA and be active in volunteerism within the Upper Peninsula of Michigan.  Preference will be shown to those candidates who demonstrate financial need.  Nominations will be made from faculty in the School of Education, and/or staff from the Student Activities and Leadership Office.  The university Scholarship Committee will make the final selection.

Award:  Varies.

Number:  Varies.

Eric J. Hetrick Memorial ROTC Scholarship

Origin: Established in 1991 by Larry W. Davis, cadets, and friends of the Northern Michigan University Department of Military Science in honor of the late Cadet Eric J. Hetrick.

Eligibility: This scholarship is presented to a cadet who demonstrates financial need, exhibits leadership potential, achieves a minimum 2.5 grade point average, and contributes to the Northern Michigan University community. The recipient must be a full-time Junior or Senior contracted into the Advanced ROTC program. The Department Head of Military Science will nominate candidates to the Department Scholarship Committee for selection.

Award: $500 per semester.

Number: One per semester.

Ray and Peg Hirvonen College of Business Scholarship

Origin: Created  in 1994 through the generosity of the Ray and Peg Hirvonen Foundation in the interest of supporting academic excellence at Northern Michigan University.

Eligibility: The recipient must be at least a full-time sophomore from Marquette or Alger Counties and have a major in the Walker L. Cisler College of Business. Financial need is not a consideration. Candidates will be recommended by the Dean of the College of Business to the university Scholarship Committee which makes the final decision.

Award: Varies.

Number: One.

Ray and Peg Hirvonen College of Nursing Scholarship

Origin: Created in 1994 through the generosity of the Ray and Peg Hirvonen Foundation in the interest of supporting academic excellence at Northern Michigan University.

Eligibility: The recipient must be at least a full-time sophomore from Marquette or Alger Counties and have a major in the College of Nursing. Financial need is not a consideration. Candidates will be recommended by the Dean of the College of Nursing to the university Scholarship Committee which makes the final decision.

Award: Varies.

Number: One.

Captain William and Caroline (Staples) Holman Scholarship

Origin:  Established in 2000 by the family and friends of Captain William and Caroline (Staples) Holman.  Initiated by George and Evelyn Holman.

Eligibility:  Self-identifying descendents of the scholarship namesakes will be given preference.  If no descendent applies by the May 1 deadline, then the award may be given to any deserving applicant.  Any nominee must be accepted in good standing and have the minimum GPA required for admittance to the university.  The university Scholarship Committee will make the final selection.

Award:  Varies, up to full-time tuition and fees.

Number:  Varies. Dependent upon descendent status.

The James A. Igert Memorial Scholarship

Origin: Established in 2001 to honor the life and education of James A. Igert, who served in the United States Air Force and later attended and graduated from Northern Michigan University.  Mr. Igert dedicated his career to government service with the Department of Conservation and worked to preserve and better wildlife and land management.

Eligibility: This scholarship will provide awards to full time students studying in the physical sciences at Northern Michigan University. Candidates must be full time undergraduate with a science major. Preference will be given to veterans of the United States Armed Forces. The award amount and number of awards for this scholarship shall be dispensed as follows: The earnings of the fund, rounded to the nearest $100, shall be dispensed as an annual award to a recipient up to the cost of annual undergraduate tuition at Northern Michigan University; any excess of the amount of tuition shall be awarded separately to another student in the same manner until all $100 increments have been awarded.

Award: Varies as earnings indicate.

Number: Varies.

International Student Scholarship

Origin: Established in 1998.

Eligibility: Candidates must be full-time students at Northern Michigan University and must be categorized as "International Students" by the university. Candidates must also have achieved a GPA of at least 2.5. First preference will be given to an international student in the International Studies program. Should there be no qualified candidate from this program, other international students may be considered. Eligible candidates will be identified by the Director of International Affairs and recommended to the university scholarship Committee.

Award: $500.

Number: One or more as contributions allow.

Gloria and William Jackson Endowed Scholarship

Origin: Established in 1999 by a gift from Gloria and William Jackson.

Eligibility: The recipient will be a full-time student at Northern Michigan University.  First preference will be given to students who are graduates of Marquette Senior High School and are majoring in business.  In the event there are no students meeting both criteria, the scholarship may go to graduates of any high school in the Upper Peninsula who are majoring in business.  If no students meet these top priorities, the awards will go to graduates of Marquette Senior High School in any major and finally to graduates of any high school in the Upper Peninsula in any major.

Award: $1,000.

Number: Varies.

The D.J. Jacobetti Center Scholarship

Origin: Established in 1985 by the friends of the D. J. Jacobetti Center.

Eligibility: Awarded each year to an outstanding student who is majoring in a diploma program in The College of Technology and Applied Sciences. The college nominates qualified students to the university Scholarship Committee which makes the final selection.

Award: $200.

Number: Two.

The Honorable State Representative Dominic J. Jacobetti Scholarship

Origin: Established in 1998 from donations in memory of Dominic Jacobetti.

Eligibility: To be eligible for the award a candidate must be a full-time student in the College of Technology and Applied Sciences and demonstrate financial need. The College will nominate candidates by May 1 to the university Scholarship Committee which will make the final selection.

Award: $500, Varies.

Number: Varies.

Dr. Roger Ashton James Memorial Scholarship

Origin: Established in 1994 by the family of Roger Ashton James.

Eligibility: The scholarship will be given to a needy student in good standing enrolled in the premedical program at Northern Michigan University. First preference will be given to a native of the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. Second preference will be given to a student from the Lower Peninsula of Michigan.

Award: $1,500; may be renewable.

Number: One.

The Dr. and Mrs. John X. Jamrich Music Scholarship

Origin: Established in 1997 by Dr. John X. Jamrich and June A. Jamrich. Dr. Jamrich served as President of Northern Michigan University from 1968 to 1983.

Eligibility: Successful candidates will be entering full-time freshman or transfer students at Northern Michigan University who are majoring in music studying piano, violin, or clarinet. The Music Department recommends candidates to the university Scholarship Committee which makes the final decision.

Award: $1,000 per year.

Number: One.

Jilbert Dairy Scholarship

Origin: This scholarship was established in 2001 by John Jilbert.

Eligibility: To be eligible for the award, a candidate must be a self-identified student from a U.P. family in the agriculture business. The University Scholarship Committee will select recipients.

Award: $2,000 per student, awarded at $500 per year for four years. If a student who has been awarded this scholarship withdraws from Northern Michigan University, the award will be given to another qualifying student for the amount that remains in that scholarship award in increments of $500 per year.

Number: One per year.

John P. Johansen Memorial Scholarship

Origin: Established in 1976 in the Last Will and Testament of John P. Johansen.

Eligibility: The applicant must be a full-time student who has completed one academic year of study at NMU with a minimum GPA of 2.50. Preference is given to deserving and promising students from abroad. The Director of International Affairs nominates qualified candidates to the university Scholarship Committee, which makes the final decision.

Award: $500.

Number: Five

Luella R. Johnson Education Scholarship

Origin: This scholarship was established in 2001 in memory of Luella R. Johnson, with gifts from her husband and children to honor her love of teaching.  Luella received her teaching certificate in 1933 and her Bachelor of Science degree in 1956 from Northern Michigan Teachers College and Taught elementary students in Channing and Marquette, Michigan for many years.

Eligibility: Recipient must be enrolled in the Department of Education, majoring in K-5 elementary education and scheduled for student teaching. Recipient must have at least a 3.0 GPA. Nominations will be made by the Department of Education with final selection by the Northern Michigan University Scholarship Committee.

Award: Minimum of $500.

Number: One scholarship with amount depending on earnings. As endowment grows and interest allow, more than one scholarship may be awarded.

Nellie M. Johnson Memorial Scholarship

Origin: Established in 1991 by friends and family of Nellie Mae Johnson.

Eligibility: The recipient must be a student teacher, majoring in K-2 elementary education in a regular classroom. The School of Education accepts nominations and makes recommendations to the university Scholarship Committee, which makes the final selection.

Award: $200.

Number: One.

Dr. Gene DeLon Jones Scholarship

Origin: Established in honor of Dr. Gene DeLon Jones, Professor of History at Northern Michigan University, 1966-1992.

Eligibility: Recipient will be a full-time undergraduate student majoring in History, possess a GPA of 3.0 or higher and will have been admitted to the teacher education program.  Nominations will be made by the History Department faculty to the university Scholarship Committee, which will make the final selection.

Award: $500, may vary.

Number: Varies

The Tyne Kangas Scholarship

Origin: Established in 1993 in honor of Tyne Kangas, 1958 graduate of Northern Michigan University and recipient of the 1985 Distinguished Alumni Award.

Eligibility: First preference will be given to a student from Delta County, Michigan, followed by a student from the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. The candidate must be accepted as a full-time student at Northern Michigan University for the coming school year. Student must be majoring in education or enrolled in a program connected with a medical field. Preference will be given to a student with a GPA of 3.00 or better, followed by a candidate who meets the minimum GPA requirements of Northern Michigan University. Preference will be given to a student demonstrating financial need, followed by those who do not fit this category. Selection will be by the university Scholarship Committee.

Award: $2,000 minimum.

Number: Varies.

John Karageorge Memorial Scholarship

Origin: Established in November, 1988 by family and friends in memory of John Karageorge.

Eligibility: The recipient must be a deserving junior or senior premedical student who has a minimum overall GPA of 3.50. Preference shall be given to a student from the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. A recipient who receives this award as a junior must again be nominated and selected as a senior to win the award for a second year. The Premedical Advisory Board will make its nominations to the university Scholarship Committee, which will make the final selection.

Award: $500 per year; may vary.

Number: One.

The George and Evelyn Kivela Endowed Scholarship Fund for Education Majors

Origin: Established in December 2000 by George P. Kivela, 1946 Northern Michigan University graduate.

Eligibility: Recipients must be graduates of Upper Peninsula high schools. Must be majoring in Education and maintaining themselves as a "student in good standing" with the Department of Education criteria. Must demonstrate financial need.

Award: Varies as earnings indicate.  For the first award of 2002-2003 academic year, a $1,000 award will be given through a separate gift by Robert A. Kivela. 

Number: Varies. Recipients may reapply and scholarship is renewable if requirements continue to be met.

Yolanda M. Kline Memorial Scholarship

Origin:  Established in 2000, by family, friends and classmates to honor the memory of Yolanda M. Kline, former business management student at Northern Michigan University, Class of 1994.

Eligibility:  Recipients will be full-time students, with preference given to graduating seniors of Gwinn High School, followed by students from the Upper Peninsula who are majoring in business management.  If no qualified candidates are found from the U.P., students from the states of Michigan, Nevada, and Maryland will be considered next, followed by any applicant from the other 47 states.  The university Scholarship Committee will make the final selection.

Award:  Varies, minimum $100.

Number:  Varies.

Barry and Karen Knight Scholarship

Origin: Established in 1990 by Barry and Karen Knight.

Eligibility: The recipient must be a full-time student at the junior or senior level in any baccalaureate program. The candidate must be in good standing and carry a 3.0 GPA. The university Scholarship Committee makes the selection.

Award: $400.

Number: One.

Julie L. Kosonen Memorial Scholarship

Origin: Established in 1983 by the Kosonen family in memory of Julie.

Eligibility: The recipient must be a graduate of a Marquette County high school and a full-time student in the baccalaureate nursing program. The candidates must “demonstrate outstanding potential for practice as a professional nurse, be of junior or senior standing, and hold a cumulative GPA of at least 3.00. The recipient will be nominated by the School of Nursing faculty and the final decision will be made by the university Scholarship Committee.

Award: $125; may vary.

Number: One; fall semester only.

Bernard LaBonte Scholarship

Origin: Established in memory of Bernard LaBonte by friends and family in the year 2000.

Eligibility: The scholarship will provide awards to qualifying students at Northern Michigan University. First preference given to graduates of Marquette Senior High School who have been accepted in good standing to Northern Michigan University in the College of Technology and Applied Sciences. Second preference to graduates of Marquette County high schools who have been accepted in good standing to those programs. Students with financial need will be considered first, but it is not a necessary requirement. Minimum GPA of 2.5. Students in any program in the College of Technology and Applied Science shall be eligible; whether enrolled in one, two or four year programs. A representative of the LaBonte family has the authority to adjust the guidelines if they feel it is necessary. The University Scholarship Committee will have final approval of the recipients.

Award: Varies. Maximum up to full tuition and fees.

Number: Varies as available earnings indicate.

Debbie L. LaCosse Memorial Basketball Scholarship

Origin: Established in 1990 by former athletes, parents and friends in honor of Deborah (Debbie) LaCosse who died October 3, 1990.

Eligibility: This scholarship is given annually to a basketball player who displays a sense of humor, a positive attitude, and who is dedicated to team work on and off the basketball court. The recipient must be a full-time junior or senior in the human services, education or criminal justice fields, and must maintain a minimum GPA of 3.00. Preference is given to graduates of an Upper Peninsula High School. The head women’s basketball coach will nominate a candidate(s) to the university Scholarship Committee, which will make the final decision.

Award: $500.

Number: Two.

The David E. Lahti College of Business Scholarship

Origin: Established by David Lahti, retired General Sales and Service Manager of the Oldsmobile Division, General Motors Corporation and a 1962 graduate of the Walker L. Cisler College of Business at NMU.

Eligibility: The scholarship shall be used for students majoring in business in the Walker L. Cisler College of Business at Northern Michigan University. The recipient must be from the Upper Peninsula of Michigan and have an NMU GPA of 2.75 or higher and demonstrate financial need. Candidates will be nominated by the College of Business Scholarship and Awards Committee and the final selection will be made by the university Scholarship Committee.

Award: $1,000 per year per individual.

Number: Varies, but not less than five per year.

Lakehead Pipeline Company Incorporated Scholarship

Origin: Established in 1962 by the Lakehead Pipeline Company, Incorporated.

Eligibility: Must be a full-time student or student accepted for study at NMU. The applicant must establish financial need.

Award: $250; may vary.

Number: 12; may vary.

Lake Superior Art Association Scholarship in Honor of Anita E. Meyland

Origin: Established in 1991 by the Lake Superior Art Association in honor of Anita E. Meyland.

Eligibility: The recipient must be a resident of Marquette County, enrolled as a full-time NMU student of freshman standing, majoring in drawing, painting or printmaking, and must have a minimum GPA of 2.25 and ACT composite score of 19. Selection will be made based on the student’s portfolio and his/her potential to be an artist. Candidates must submit a letter of recommendation from a high school art teacher or counselor and a portfolio of 6-10 works selected from drawing, painting, or printmaking, excluding slides. The Art and Design Department makes recommendations to the university Scholarship Committee, which makes the final selection.

Award: $200; renewable for one additional year.

Number: One.

Kenneth A. Larsen Accounting Scholarship

Origin: Established in 1988 by Kenneth A. Larsen, Green Bay, WI, to promote public accounting.

Eligibility: This scholarship will be offered to a full-time undergraduate student majoring in accounting, with an emphasis in public accounting, and a minimum GPA of 3.25. This scholarship will be awarded based on the recommendation of the Walker L. Cisler College of Business Scholarship Committee.

Award: $250 per year.

Number: One.

Jeanne Laamanen Levin Memorial Scholarship

Origin: Established in 1994 by Donald J. Levin in memory of Jeanne Laamanen Levin.

Eligibility: The recipient will be an incoming freshmen or current full-time student at Northern Michigan University with a declared major in nursing. Preference shall be given to a student from the Upper Peninsula of Michigan with demonstrated financial need. Recommendations will be made regarding potential recipients by the Dean of the College of Nursing. A representative of the family may be consulted in selecting potential candidates. The university Scholarship Committee will then make the final selection of the recipient.

Award: $1,000.

Number: One.

John M. Longyear Scholarship

Origin: Established in 1998 in honor of John M. Longyear by J.M. Longyear Heirs, A Limited Partnership.

Eligibility: The recipient will be a full-time student enrolled in the College of Business at Northern Michigan University, hold a minimum GPA of 3.0 and be of sophomore standing or higher.  The university Scholarship Committee will make the final selection.

Award: $3,000 may vary. Renewable for three years.

Number: One.

The Flora Loubert Endowed Scholarship

Origin: Established in 2001 by Dr. John Beaumier.

Eligibility: The Scholarship will provide awards to qualifying full-time students. Preference will be given to students majoring in French, followed by students majoring in any of the Modern Languages. Minimum 3.0 GPA. The University Scholarship Committee will select recipients.

Award: Varies. $500 minimum.

Number: Varies as available earnings indicate.

Flora Loubert Scholarship

Origin: Established in June 1971 in honor of Flora Loubert, upon her retirement from NMU.

Eligibility: Awarded each year to an outstanding senior student majoring in French. Faculty members from the Modern Languages and Literatures Department and the Head of the Modern Languages and Literatures Department will make the final selection.

Award: Varies.

Number: One.

Barrett Ludlow Scholarship Fund

Origin: Established in January 1986 by the family and friends of Debra Marie Bray.

Eligibility: The recipient must be a full-time junior in the Walker L. Cisler College of Business majoring in computer information systems, with a cumulative 3.25 GPA. The student should demonstrate financial need by employment to meet educational goals. Preference will be given to a graduate of an Upper Peninsula high school. The Ludlow Scholarship Committee will nominate candidates to the university Scholarship Committee, which will make the final decision.

Award: $1,000 ($500 per semester); may vary.

Number: One.

Michele M. (Morin) Lundberg Education Scholarship

Origin: Established in 2000, by family and friends in memory of Michele M. (Morin) Lundberg.

Eligibility: First preference will be given to Education majors who graduated from Tri-Township High School or Rapid River, Michigan area high schools, followed by children of such graduates. Children of graduates must self-identify and provide proof of this connection. Students must demonstrate financial need. Students must be sophomore, junior or senior level. Final selection will be made by the University Scholarship Committee.

Award: Minimum $500. Varies with earnings.

Number: Varies as available earning indicate. Recipients may reapply and scholarship is renewable.

Makela and Toutant, P.C. Accounting Scholarship

Origin: Established in 1988 by the firm of Makela & Toutant, P.C., Marquette, MI.

Eligibility: The recipient must be a full-time undergraduate student majoring in accounting. The recipient must also show evidence of outstanding ability and potential based on scholarship, leadership, citizenship, character, extracurricular activities, etc. Primary consideration will be given to senior students majoring in public accounting who are not receiving grants from other sources. The Walker L. Cisler College of Business will nominate a candidate  to the university Scholarship Committee which will make the final selection.

Award: $500.

Number: One.

Susan P. Manley Memorial Scholarship

Origin: Established in March, 1992 as a memorial to Susan P. Manley, Institutional Research Assistant at Northern Michigan University.

Eligibility: Awarded each year to assist students in offsetting the cost of textbooks and/or computer hardware and/or computer software. Preference will first be given to female students. Nominations may come from any NMU organizational unit with final selection made by the university Scholarship Committee.

Award: Varies.

Number: Varies.

Marquette General Hospital Auxiliary Scholarship

Origin: Established in 1993 by Marquette General Hospital Auxiliary to encourage the continuing education of health care workers as a means of enhancing patient care.

Eligibility: The recipient will be a regular full-time or part-time employee of Marquette General Hospital with as least a one-year record of employment, who declares a major in a health related field at Northern Michigan University and also demonstrates financial need. The recipient may be a full-time or part-time student and does not have to maintain employment at MGH during the school year. If a currently enrolled student is considered, department heads in health-related fields will make recommendations to the university Scholarship Committee, which will make the final selection.

Award: Varies; renewable.

Number: One.

Marquette Range Engineers Club Scholarship

Origin: Established in February, 1993 by the Marquette Range Engineers.

Eligibility: The recipient of this scholarship must be a resident of Marquette County majoring in the industrial technology baccalaureate degree program. Applicants for this scholarship must have completed 64 credit hours toward the industrial technology curriculum.

Award: $500.

Number: One.

The Ellwood A. and Idamae Mattson Scholarship

Origin: Established in 1996 by the friends, family and colleagues of Ellwood and Idamae Mattson in commemoration of their 50 years of service to Northern Michigan University.

Eligibility: A candidate must be a full-time student at Northern Michigan University who has demonstrated financial need. The university Scholarship Committee will select recipients.

Award: Varies. $1,000 minimum award.

Number: Varies.

Helen H. McCann Memorial Scholarship

Origin: Established in September 1979 by friends and relatives of Mrs. McCann, who died in September 1979.

Eligibility: Recipient must be a student who has had an interrupted education and plans to return to college on either a full- or part-time basis. The university Scholarship Committee will make the final decision.

Award: Varies.

Number: Varies.

John P. McGoff Scholarship

Origin: Established by Panax Corporation in December 1980 in honor of Mr. John P. McGoff, Williamston, Michigan.

Eligibility: Northern Michigan University students who have earned junior or senior class standing will be considered for this scholarship provided that they: 1.) are majoring in speech or mass communication; 2.) have indicated an interest in pursuing a career in radio and television; and 3.) have a minimum GPA of 3.00 or higher.

Award: Varies.

Number: One.

Marjorie Brand McKee Special Education Scholarship

Origin: Established in 2000, by the family and friends of Marjorie B. McKee, former professor of Special Education at Northern Michigan University.

Eligibility: The recipient must be a full-time student, at the junior or senior level who is pursuing a Bachelor of Education degree with an emphasis in Special Education. The student should be admitted to the teacher education program. The recipient should demonstrate promise in the field of teacher education, possess leadership skills, and be an active member of the community-at-large. Applicants should meet the above criteria and submit a scholarship application to the Head of the School of Education.  The Head of the School shall evaluate the applications and recommend not more than three to the review committee.  This committee, consisting of June M. Schaefer, Elmer J. Schacht and Robert E. McKee, will then make a recommendation to the University Scholarship Committee, which will make the final selection.

Award: $500 per year ($250 per semester).

Number: Varies as available earnings indicate. Recipients may reapply and scholarship is renewable.

The Mary E. McKenna Endowed Scholarship

Origin: Established in 2001 by Dr. John Beaumier, son-in-law of Mary E. McKenna.

Eligibility: The Scholarship will provide awards to qualifying full-time students. Students majoring in Elementary Education. Preference given to student who wishes to serve in a rural setting. Minimum 3.0 GPA. The University Scholarship Committee will select recipients.

Award: Varies. $500 minimum.

Number: Varies as available earnings indicate.

The Robert S. Myefski Memorial Scholarship

Origin: Established in 1990 by Robert S. Myefski, a 1981 graduate of the NMU College of Business. After his death in 1996 it was designated as a memorial to him and was supplemented by his friends and family.

Eligibility: To be eligible for the award a candidate must be a full-time junior or senior student at Northern Michigan University who has graduated from an Upper Peninsula High School. Successful nominees will have earned an average GPA of at least 3.00 in all of their classes at NMU.

The award will alternate between a student in the Walker L. Cisler College of Business and a student-athlete.

The College of Business will nominate candidates for the business student awards. The Athletic Director, in consultation with the coaches of intercollegiate sports, will nominate student-athlete candidates. Candidates will be submitted by May 1 to the university Scholarship Committee which will make the final selection.

Award: $1,000 per year.

Number: One.

Sherman Nebel Memorial Scholarship

Origin: Established in 1999 by family and friends of Sherman Nebel.

Eligibility: This scholarship will rotate between students in the School of Business and students participating in Engineering programs in the College of Technology and Applied Sciences.  Preference will be given to students from the state of Alaska, followed by students from the Upper Peninsula.  Recipient must be from either Alaska or the Upper Peninsula.  Minimum GPA required for first year of award.  Renewable each year that student has 3.0 GPA or higher.  The university Scholarship Committee will make the final selection.  Recipient is not required to demonstrate financial need.

Award: $500, may vary.  If earnings allow, one award of $500 will be awarded in each area.

Number: Varies.

The Michael and Sherry Nelsen Endowed Scholarship

Origin: Established in 2001 by Michael and Sherry Nelsen.

Eligibility: To be eligible for the award, a candidate must be a resident of the Upper Peninsula of Michigan and must be enrolled in a study abroad program through Northern Michigan University. Student must hold at least junior or senior status. The Office of International Studies will nominate recipients to the University Scholarship Committee.

Award: Varies. $500 minimum award.

Number: Varies as available earning indicate.

Albin and Madeline Nesberg Endowed Scholarship

Origin: Established in 1998 by an anonymous donor.

Eligibility: Recipient must be a graduate of Munising High School and must demonstrate need.  If no students are eligible, graduates of Superior Central High School should be considered.  Northern Michigan University will inform Munising High School and Superior Central High School of scholarship availability and application procedures.

Award: $1,000, may vary.

Number: Varies

Dr. R. William Neumann Memorial Scholarship

Origin: Established by the family, friends and Northern Michigan University Ski Team, in 1991, in memory of Dr. R. William Neumann.

Eligibility: This scholarship will be given annually to a participant in the athletic program at Northern Michigan University who has demonstrated leadership qualities. The recipient must be a full-time student with junior or senior standing who is an athlete in the skiing and/or cross country running programs. The recipient must have a minimum GPA of 2.50. The head ski coach will nominate a candidate(s) to be submitted to the university Scholarship Committee, who will make the final selection. The Neumann family will be advised of the final selection by the head ski coach.

Award: $500.

Number: One.

Dr. Allan L. Niemi Scholarship Award

Origin: Established in 1985 by alumni and friends of Dr. Allan L. Niemi.  Dr. Niemi served as Professor of Music and as Vice President for Student Affairs prior to his retirement in 1981.

Eligibility: The recipient must be a junior or senior with at least two semesters of enrollment remaining prior to earning a baccalaureate degree.  The recipient must have contributed significantly to the on-campus living environment in residence halls or university apartments and earned a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.70.  Preference will be given to students who graduated from Upper Peninsula high schools.  If no Upper Peninsula high school graduate can be found who meets the criteria, other students may be considered.  Nominations will be sought from members of the faculty and administrative staff.  Nominees will be reviewed and final nominations made by the Director and Assistant Director of the Student Activities and Leadership Programs and a panel of students representing the residence halls and apartments, as well as student leader representatives.  The university Scholarship Committee will make the final selection(s).

Award: $1,000 per year.

Number: Varies.

NMU Music Scholarship

Origin:  Established in 1971 by the Northern Michigan University Development Fund.

Eligibility:  The recipient will be a full-time undergraduate student majoring in Music.  Candidates will be nominated by the Department of Music and the university Scholarship Committee will make the final selection.

Award:  Varies.

Number:  Varies.

The Richard O'Dell, Ph.D., Endowed Scholarship

Origin: Established in 2001 by Dr. John Beaumier.

Eligibility: The Scholarship will provide awards to qualifying full-time students. Students must be majoring in History. Minimum 3.0 GPA. The University Scholarship Committee will select recipients.

Award: Varies. $500 minimum.

Number: Varies as earnings indicate.

PAHCOM Scholarship

Origin: Established in 1998 by the Superior Chapter of PAHCOM (Professional Association of Health Care Office Managers). The Superior Chapter actively supports the national goals of providing a support system to individuals who function as administrators in both solo and group physician office practices.

Eligibility: Candidates must be enrolled in at least 8 credit hours at Northern Michigan University. Candidates must be a Health Information Processing major in the Walker L. Cisler College of Business and a resident of the Upper Peninsula of age 25 or older. Candidates must have a minimum GPA of 2.00 at Northern Michigan University. Eligible candidates may apply through the financial aid office. The selection of recipients will be made by the university Scholarship Committee.

Award: $500.

Number: Varies.

James Parsek Memorial Scholarship

Origin: Established in October, 1992 by Mrs. Florence Parsek in memory of her son, James D. Parsek, a nursing graduate and former faculty member, who died March 6, 1992.

Eligibility: Each year the scholarship will be awarded to the outstanding male and the outstanding female student enrolled full-time in a baccalaureate nursing curriculum. Preference will be given to students from the Upper Peninsula with a 3.25 GPA or higher who can prove financial need according to federal guidelines. The College of Nursing will nominate qualified candidates to the university Scholarship Committee prior to May 1 each year and final selection will be made as soon as financial need can be determined.

Award: $600.

Number: Two.

Barbara J. Patrick Scholarship

Origin: Established in 1991 by friends of Barbara J. Patrick in honor of her retirement and for her contribution to women’s athletics at Northern Michigan University.

Eligibility: The recipient will have a minimum GPA of 3.0, will have demonstrated leadership qualities and will be a participant in the women's athletic program or a woman enrolled in the athletic training program at Northern Michigan University.  Preference will be given to junior or senior women athletes, followed by sophomore and freshmen.  If no women athletes receive an award in a given year, or if the available monies are not entirely used, the remainder of the award monies may be awarded to women in the athletic training program.  The coaches of women's athletics will nominate athletes, and NMU employed athletic trainers will nominate student athlete athletic trainers for the award.  The university Scholarship Committee will make the final selection.

Award: Varies.

Number: Varies.

Irene L. and Homer J. Pearce Memorial Scholarship

Origin: Established in December 1984 by the family and friends of Mr. Homer J. Pearce, Marquette, Michigan.

Eligibility: Recipients must be full-time NMU students of at least junior standing, majoring in business administration. They must be in good standing with a minimum overall GPA of 3.00. Preference shall be given to a student who has graduated from an Upper Peninsula high school. The Walker L. Cisler College of Business nominates qualified candidates, and the university Scholarship Committee makes the final selection. Nominations will usually be made by May 1 and the final selection by June 1 for the following academic year.

Award: $250; may vary.

Number: Varies.

Webster H. Pearce Pre-Dental Scholarship Fund

Origin: Established in 1992 by family and friends of Webster H. Pearce. The purpose of this scholarship is to encourage an Upper Peninsula student to pursue a career in Dentistry at Northern Michigan University.

Eligibility: The recipient must be a full time NMU student who has declared a major in the Pre-Dental program.  The applicant must have completed at least one half of the required courses for admission to a Michigan Dental School and attained a grade point average high enough to be within the current range for consideration at a Michigan Dental School.  First consideration will be given to a student from the Upper Peninsula who is ¼ or more Native American.  Second consideration given to any student who is from an Upper Peninsula High School. The Pre-Dental Advisory Board will nominate a qualified applicant to the University Scholarship committee who will make the final selection.

Award: $1,000.

Number: One.

Anne and Robert Pecotte Scholarship

Origin: Established in 1995 by Anne M. Pecotte and Robert L. Pecotte of Marquette, Michigan.

Eligibility: The recipient must be a deserving full-time junior or senior majoring in business at Northern Michigan University, with a minimum GPA of 3.00. Preference shall be given to a high school graduate from Marquette or Menominee County. The Walker L. Cisler College of Business will nominate qualified candidates to the university Scholarship Committee, which will make the final selection.

Award: Varies.

Number: One.

Olive Pendill Nursing Scholarship

Origin: Established in 1985 by Mrs. Gertrude W. Pendill in memory of Captain Claudius Pendill’s late aunt, Olive Pendill, who served as a nurse supervisor in the U.S. Army in Cuba.

Eligibility: Recipient will be a worthy and deserving student enrolled full time in a baccalaureate nursing curriculum. The scholarship will be awarded on the basis of financial need. The School of Nursing will recommend students to the university Scholarship Committee, which will make the final award.

Award: Varies.

Number: One; may vary.

The J. D. Pierce School Scholarship

Origin: Established in 1997 by former students of the J. D. Pierce School on the campus of Northern Michigan University.

Eligibility: The award(s) will be made to full-time students who are relatives of graduates of the J. D. Pierce School.

If there are no candidates who are relatives of graduates of the J. D. Pierce School then candidates will be considered who are relatives of individuals who attended the school.

If there are no candidates who are relatives of graduates or attendees of the Pierce School then the award will be given to full-time students enrolled in the education program at Northern Michigan University. The award will be given to students just entering the program (in-coming freshman) who demonstrate financial need and who graduated from a high school in the Upper Peninsula.

The names of individuals who qualify for the award because they are relatives of graduates or attendees of Pierce School must be submitted to the Financial Aid office by May 1st. It is the responsibility of the candidate to inform the Financial Aid office of their relationship to a Pierce School graduate or attendee. The Financial Aid Office will nominate qualified candidates to the university Scholarship Committee which will make the final selection.

Award: $500 per year. May be renewable.

Number: Varies.

Pioneer Surgical Technology Scholarship

Origin:  Established in 2000 by Pioneer Surgical Technology.

Eligibility:  Candidates must be accepted into the computer numerical control technology certificate program with a minimum ACT of 19 and have completed a minimum of two years of high school mathematics, including algebra, a minimum of two years of high school science and four years of high school English.  A representative of the College of Technology and Applied Sciences and a representative of Pioneer Surgical Technology will screen and recommend nominations to the university Scholarship Committee which will make the final selection.

Award:  Full tuition (up to 18 credit hours), fees, and Teaching, Learning and Communication Initiative fee.  Renewable for a second semester award with a minimum GPA of 2.0.

Number:  Three or more.

John S. Presensky Endowed Scholarship Fund

Origin: Established in 1999 by Alden Peterson to recognize his son-in-law, John, a 1978 graduate in geography/conservation.

Eligibility: Recipient must be a full-time student majoring in geography/conservation with financial need.  Award is renewable if student continues to meet requirements.   Geography/Conservation faculty will make recommendations to the university Scholarship Committee, which will make the final selection.

Award: $500, may vary.

Number: Varies.

Presidential Scholars Program Scholarship

Origin:  Established in 1999 by the office of the President and the Development Fund Board of Trustees.

Eligibility:  Candidates for the award will be full-time students with a minimum GPA of 3.5 who have either completed their freshmen year or are a transfer student with at least 30 transferable credit hours.  Involvement in community service projects, volunteer student organizations or service clubs must be demonstrated.  Applications will be made to the Student Activities and Leadership/Volunteer Programs Office.  Nominations will be made to the university Scholarship Committee for final selection.

Award:  $2,500.  Renewable for two additional years if criteria continues to be met.

Number:  Varies.

Albert L. Quaal Scholarship

Origin: Established in 1991 by Mr. Albert L. Quaal, a 1959 graduate of Northern Michigan University. Mr. Quaal, a native of Ishpeming, Michigan, is a successful entrepreneur operating several businesses out of his offices in Gaylord, Michigan.

Eligibility: Preference will be given to students from Marquette, Crawford and Otsego counties. Preference will also be given to students enrolled in, or planning to enroll in, the Walker L. Cisler College of Business at Northern Michigan University. The university Scholarship Committee will make the final selection from nominations made through the Financial Aid Office.

Award: $400.

Number: Four.

Ida Quinlan and Millard J. Quinlan Teacher Education Scholarship

Origin: Established in 1999 by Ida Quinlan and Millard J. Quinlan upon their deaths through a bequest.

Eligibility: Recipient will be of junior of higher status and a Special Education major in Emotional Impairment or Mental Impairment.  Candidates must be full-time students at Northern Michigan University and have an NMU or transfer grade point average of 3.0 or higher.  The School of Education and the Financial Aid Office will select the recipient(s).

Award: $2,000, varies.  May be renewable.

Number: Varies.

The Karen J. Rademacher Memorial Scholarship

Origin: Established in 1982 by the family and friends of Karen J. Rademacher.

Eligibility: The recipient must be a full-time junior or senior enrolled in the Department of Communication and Performance Studies. Preference is given to a student active in theatre with a GPA of 3.00 or higher. The Department of Communication and Performance Studies will nominate qualified candidates to the university Scholarship Committee, which will make the final decision. Nominations should be made by May 1 each year.

Award: $250; may vary.

Number: Varies.

Paul Ramseth Nursing Scholarship

Origin: Established in 1983 by the Ramseth family.

Eligibility: Recipient must be of junior or senior standing with a cumulative GPA of 3.25, and a graduate of a high school in either Marquette or Delta County. Recipient must be a full-time student in the baccalaureate nursing curriculum. The College of Nursing nominates a qualified candidate and the final decision is made by the university Scholarship Committee.

Award: $150; may vary.

Number: One.

The James L. Rapport Scholarship

Origin: Established in 1998 by donations in honor of James L. Rapport.

Eligibility: Preference will be given to theatre majors, with subsequent consideration given to those who have performed on the Forest Roberts stage, or worked in a backstage capacity. There will be three categories of possible awards. Awards can be made in one or more categories and to one or more individuals in any given year. This award will be given as a grant to be used in connection with the annual McMaster's Seminar at the Stratford Theatre Festival in Stratford Ontario, Canada, or for the New York Theatre trip to offset expenses. The student must show financial need and dedication to the NMU theatre program. This award will be given to a candidate who is a graduating senior who has shown talent, dedication and innovation in his/her cumulative body of work while enrolled as a theatre undergraduate. This award will be given to an undergraduate full-time student for contributions to the theatre program and excellence in performance whether on stage or in backstage work. The theatre faculty will select the recipients.

Award: Varies.

Number: Varies.

Rasmussen Scholarship

Origin: Established in January 1981 by the family and friends of James Rasmussen.

Eligibility: The scholarship will be for an undergraduate full-time student majoring in speech. The head of the Communication and Performance Studies Department will recommend qualified applicant(s) to the university Scholarship Committee, which will make the final selection.

Award: $250 per year.

Number: One.

Reinhart Foods, Inc. Scholarship

Origin:  Established in 2000 by Reinhart Foods, Inc.

Eligibility:  The recipient will be a full-time student with a minimum 3.0 GPA and enrolled in any hospitality management program.  Faculty from the hospitality programs will nominate candidates, with final selection being made by the university Scholarship committee.

Award:  $2,000.

Number:  One.

Margaret Weller Rettig Scholarship

Origin: Established in 1982 by family and friends of Margaret Rettig.

Eligibility: Applicants for the scholarship must be students in the College of Nursing and Allied Health Sciences. They must be full-time students within one year of graduation from an undergraduate or graduate program, and have a GPA of at least 3.25.

Award: Varies.

Number: One.

Forest Roberts Family Endowment

Origin: Established in 2000 by the family and friends of Forest and Esther Roberts, and Cheralyn Roberts-Ramirez. The scholarship will provide awards to qualifying graduate and undergraduate students.

Eligibility: Preference will be given to student majoring in theatre or speech, followed by students from other disciplines who demonstrate talent or major interest in theatre arts or speech.  In the event that no theatre or speech major or person from another discipline who is active in theatre are suitable candidates in any given year, third preference will be given to students in the area of graphic arts who demonstrate talent. Student must demonstrate financial need. Students will be nominated by a committee initially comprised of Dr. and Mrs. James L. Rapport, Mr. & Mrs. Blaine Betts, along with a faculty appointee selected by Dr. James Panowski of the NMU Theatre Department.  This committee shall be empowered to elect new committee members as the need arises, and as needed to change the composition of the committee. Nominations must be presented to University Scholarship Committee by March 15.  Final selection will be made by the University Scholarship committee for the following academic year.

Award:  Varies, $500 minimum.

Number:  Varies as earnings indicate.

The John Rolando Scholarship

Origin: Established in 1998 by John Rolando upon his death through his trust agreement. The scholarship will provide awards to qualifying students studying at Northern Michigan University.

Eligibility: To be eligible for the award a candidate must be a full-time students at Northern Michigan University and must demonstrate financial need.  First preference will be given to students who attended Iron Mountain High School.  In the event there are no qualified applicants from Iron Mountain H.S., then preference shall be given to other Upper Peninsula High Schools and finally any other state of Michigan high school graduates. The Office of Financial Aid will make the selections.

Award: Varies.

Number: Varies as available earnings indicate.

Ruth Rothmeyer Smitherman Scholarship

Origin: Established in 1992 by Ruth (Brown) Rothmeyer Smitherman '35, of Pasadena, California.

Eligibility: Recipient must be enrolled as a full time student at Northern Michigan University, of junior or senior status, majoring in History with a predominant interest in American History. Nominations will be accepted by the Department Of History and a recommendation then made to the Northern Michigan University Scholarship Committee. The Office of Financial Aid will make the selections.

Award: $400-$500 per year.

Number: Two.

Kenneth Paul Rusielewicz Football Scholarship

Origin: Established in 1987 by former Northern Michigan University football players, coaches, family and friends in honor of Kenneth Paul Rusielewicz, who died June 26, 1987.

Eligibility: Given annually to a football player who has demonstrated financial need, exhibits a strong desire on the football field, achieves a 2.50 GPA, and participates positively in the NMU community. The recipient must be a full-time student of sophomore, junior, or senior standing and be from out of state. The head football coach, in consultation with the football staff, will nominate a candidate(s) to the university Scholarship Committee, which will make the final decision.

Award: $1,000 per academic year; may vary.

Number: One; not renewable. Additional scholarships may be awarded, funds permitting.

The Dr. Jean M. Rutherford Scholarship

Origin: Established in 1980 by friends and associates in memory of Dr. Jean M. Rutherford.

Eligibility: Students in their sophomore or junior year majoring in psychology must be nominated by faculty of the Psychology Department. Nominees must have demonstrated a commitment to future professional involvement in psychology and be noted as outstanding in terms of present contributions. Nominations should be made prior to January 15 with final selection to be made by the university Scholarship Committee in conjunction with the faculty of the Psychology Department.

Award: Varies up to a maximum of $1,000 per year.

Number: One, possibly two; not renewable.

Rutherford/Lewis Graduate Scholarship Fund

Origin: Established in 1985 by Dr. Dorothy Lewis. The primary purpose of the fund is to provide financial assistance in the form of scholarship to students pursuing advanced degrees in psychology at an accredited university.  A student may receive awards for successive years, not to exceed four (4) to any one recipient.

Eligibility: Graduates of Northern Michigan University with majors in psychology. Graduates of other Upper Peninsula university and/or colleges with majors in psychology. Graduates of Upper Peninsula high schools who have completed a four year (4) degree program with a major in psychology at any other institution of higher learning acceptable to the Northern Michigan University Department of Psychology. Graduates of other institutions who have spent a significant amount of time in the Psychology Department of Northern Michigan University, for the purpose of preparing them selves for entry into graduate programs in Psychology are also eligible for this scholarship.

Award: Varies.

Number: Awards shall be made in significant amounts, rather than distributing small amounts to numerous recipients.

Fred Sabin and Jane Sabin Scholarship

Origin: Established in October 1977 by Dr. and Mrs. Fred C. Sabin, Marquette, Michigan.

Eligibility: Recipient must be a full-time junior or senior in the Walker L. Cisler College of Business with a GPA of 3.25 or higher. The recipient must also be a graduate of an Upper Peninsula high school. Candidate selection is based on the traits of initiative and responsibility and not merely on financial need. The College of Business nominates candidates to the university Scholarship Committee, which makes the final decision.

Award: $500.

Number: Two.

The School Zone Publishing Company Scholarship

Origin: Established in 2000 by the Chris-Tina Foundation to provide scholarships for full-time students at Northern Michigan University.

Eligibility: Recipient must be accepted in good standing at Northern Michigan University.  First preference will be given to self-identified children of School Zone employees who apply by June 1 to the Financial Aid Office at Northern Michigan University.  If no qualified applicants are identified and accepted, other Lower Michigan residents may qualify for the scholarship.  Financial need is not a requirement.  Final selection made by the university Scholarship Committee.

Award: $2,500, may vary.  Renewable if academic requirements are met.

Number: Two or more per academic year.

The James Sibilsky Scholarship

Origin: Established in memory of James Sibilsky.

Eligibility: To be eligible for the award a candidate must be a full-time student at Northern Michigan University in the Walker L. Cisler College of Business. Preference will be given to students at the Associate Degree Level, followed by four-year candidates of at least junior status. Preference will be given to students from the Marquette area school system, followed by students who graduated from a high school in the Upper Peninsula. Minimum Northern Michigan University GPA of 2.50 or better. Must demonstrate financial need. Candidates will be nominated by College of Business, with final decision by the university Scholarship Committee.

Award: $500 award per year.

Number: One.

David Sonderschafer Memorial Scholarship

Origin:  Established by the American Culinary Federation Upper Michigan Chapter in April 1999.

Eligibility:  The recipient must be enrolled in the culinary arts/hospitality management program and be a member of the American Culinary Federation.

Amount:  Varies.

Number:  Varies.

The Richard Sonderegger Memorial Scholarship

Origin: Established in 1997 by Marion Sonderegger in memory of her husband, Richard.

Eligibility: To be eligible for the award a student must be a history major at Northern Michigan University who has attained at least junior status. Successful nominees will have earned an average GPA of at least 3.00 in all of their classes at NMU. Preference will be given to graduates of high schools in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. The History Department will nominate qualified candidates to the university Scholarship Committee which will make the final selection.

Award: $500 annually. The award may be renewed for one year provided the candidate continues to meet the eligibility requirements.

Number: Varies.

The Stabile/Day's Inn/Comfort Suites/Hudson's Classic Grill Scholarship

Origin: Established in 2001 by Frank and Linda Stabile, Hotel Owners and Developers of Westwood of Marquette, Inc. and Jim and Lisa Stabile.

Eligibility: This scholarship shall assist students who are majoring or minoring in Hospitality Management. Student must be a junior or senior. First preference given to students from the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. Minimum 3.0 GPA. Candidate information will be shared with Frank and Linda Stabile.  Candidates will be nominated by the faculty of the Hospitality Management program, with final selection by the University Scholarship Committee.

Award: $1,000 per semester per student. Exception: the initial year of the awards there will be three recipients awarded scholarships for the winter semester of 2002.  Subsequent years will award one or two students a $1,000 award for the fall semester and one or two students a $1,000 award for the winter semester.

Number: Three.

Fred and Marjorie Staples Scholarship

Origin: Established in 1992 by Fred and Marjorie Staples.

Eligibility: The recipient will be enrolled in the College of Technology and Applied Sciences (CTAS) and has been identified as having a desire to continue on to complete a bachelor's degree and exhibit high potential for achievement.  The successful candidate will have a minimum 2.0 GPA and demonstrate financial need.  First year recipients must be enrolled in an Associate, Certificate or Diploma program.  May be renewed for a second year, if the student has completed an Associate, Certificate or Diploma program or is enrolled in or accepted for admission to a Baccalaureate program.  The CTAS scholarship committee will provide nominations to the university Scholarship Committee which will make the final selection.

Award: $2,000 may vary.

Number: Varies.

Paul N. Suomi Endowed Scholarship

Origin: Established in 1998 with gifts by friends of Paul N. Suomi, a 1962 NMU alumnus who served the university for 37 years and who personally witnessed the extraordinary professional successes of many fellow alumni who were admitted to the university through it's flexible admissions policy, commonly known as "The Right to Try".  It was established to assist students who might otherwise not have a chance in achieving a goal of higher education and have successfully completed their freshman year.

Eligibility: Recipient must be at least a sophomore, either full-time or part-time and enrolled in the College of Arts and Sciences.  First preference will be given to a student who 1) is first in his/her family to attend a college or university; 2) was admitted with a GPA of less than 3.0 or admitted under special consideration; 3) has successfully completed the freshman year and will be returning for the sophomore year; 4) demonstrates financial need and 4) is a graduate of an Upper Peninsula high school, followed by Lower Michigan, Wisconsin and Illinois.  Next consideration given to at least a sophomore, junior or senior with financial need and is a graduate of an Upper Peninsula high school followed by Lower Michigan, Wisconsin and Illinois who was admitted with a GPA of less than 3.0 or under special consideration.  Next consideration will be given to any student of sophomore, junior or senior status who demonstrates financial need and graduated from an Upper Peninsula high school, followed by Lower Michigan, Wisconsin and Illinois who was admitted with a GPA of less than 3.0 or under special consideration.

Award: $500, may vary.

Number: Varies.

The Telephone Pioneers of America Scholarship

Origin: Established in May of 1995 by Great Lakes Chapter 90 of the Telephone Pioneers of America.

Eligibility: Nominees must be of junior, senior or graduate status majoring in the field of education. The recipient must be a Michigan resident and a full-time student with a minimum GPA of 3.00. Preference will be given to individuals falling into the following groups:

First Preference - Sons or Daughters of members of the Telephone Pioneers.

Second Preference - Other relatives of members of the Telephone Pioneers or relatives of individuals employed in or retired from the telephone industry.

Final Preference - Other junior, senior or graduate students in the field of education.

Eligible relatives of members of the Telephone Pioneers will be submitted by the member to the Head of the School of Education by February 1st of the year preceding the award. The Head of the Department will forward a list of eligible individuals to the university Scholarship Committee who will then make the final selection of the recipient.

Award: $1,000.

Number: One.

The Russell Thomas Memorial Scholarship

Origin: Established in honor of Russell Thomas, Professor Emeritus of Northern Michigan University, who passed away 1988.

Eligibility: To be eligible for the award a candidate must be a junior or senior majoring in English. The recipient must have an overall GPA of 3.3 or better and an average of 3.5 or better in English courses. The English Department faculty will nominate candidates, and the university Scholarship committee will select recipients.

Award: $750.

Number: One per year. Renewable for one year if recipient is a junior.

Ellen Gustafson Thurston Teacher Education Scholarship

Origin:  Established by John Thurston in 2000 in memory of his mother, Ellen Gustafson Thurston, a 1922 graduate of Northern Michigan University.

Eligibility:  A candidate must by a full-time student of sophomore standing who graduated from an Upper Peninsula high school and is majoring in education with a minimum 3.0 GPA.  The School of Education, Mr. Thurston's daughter and the NMU Financial Aid Office will make the final selection(s).

Award:  Varies, $1,000 minimum.

Number:  Varies.

Dr. James Tobin Bellbabies Scholarship Fund

Origin: Established in 1994 by Bell Memorial Hospital.

Eligibility: The scholarships will be awarded to graduating seniors from Michigamme/Republic, Negaunee, Ishpeming and Westwood High Schools. The candidates will have been accepted for entrance at Northern Michigan University and have been born at Bell Memorial Hospital. Preference will be given to students who have declared a major in a health-related field. Candidates will be chosen from among the names of applicants submitted by counselors at each of the high schools. Selection of the recipients will be made by the university Scholarship Committee.

Award: $500.

The Elsie Treves Mayhew Scholarship

Origin: Established in 2001 by a gift from the family of Elsie Treves Mayhew in honor of her 91st birthday. Elsie graduated from NMU in 1929 when going to college was a luxury and a privilege for few young women. She received a secretarial/administrative certificate, continued her education, and in 1931, graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in teaching.  She was a schoolteacher for many years, teaching English, French and Drama to children at St. Michaels and National Mine schools. She also volunteered as a tutor for the Marquette area public Schools in the subjects of English, reading and French. In 1979, when she was 70 years old, she fulfilled a lifelong dream of receiving her Masters in Education.

Eligibility: Recipients will be chosen by the University Scholarship Committee. Students from any major or financial situation may be chosen.

Award: Varies according to earnings.

Number: Varies.

TriMedia Consultants Scholarship

Origin: Established in 2001 by The TriMedia Foundation.

Eligibility: Awards will be made yearly to one student from each category. These awards are non-renewable. Academic Excellence. Student must be a full-time undergraduate from the Upper Peninsula of Michigan and have achieved GPA of 3.25. Student should be majoring in an area included in any of the following departments: Biology, Chemistry or Geography. This scholarship will be awarded for the fall/winter semesters and will be announced in September of that year. Student Athlete: Student must be a team member of university sponsored intercollegiate sport. Awards must be given to a student from a different sport each year for the duration of the scholarship. This scholarship may be for winter/spring or summer semesters and will be announced in January of the award year.

Award: $1,000 per year.

Number: Two scholarships per year.

Julie M. Tomasi Memorial Scholarship

Origin: Established in October 1982 by the family and friends of Julie M. Tomasi.

Eligibility: The recipient must be a full-time junior or senior with a minimum GPA of 2.75.  First preference will be given to a music major or minor with emphasis in voice or piano.  If chosen, this student will use funds for private voice or piano class at Northern Michigan University and taken for credit towards a degree.  If the first preference is not met, then the scholarship may be given to a music major as a general scholarship.  Candidates selected for nomination should show talent or promise.  The Music Department will review and nominate candidates to the university Scholarship Committee which will make the final selection.

Award: Varies; may be renewed if awarded to a junior.

Number: One or more.

Tri Mu Scholarship Fund

Origin: Established in 1969 by members of the Tri Mu Fraternity.

Eligibility: Applicants must be full-time students or be accepted for study at NMU. Preference is given in the following order: 1.) son or daughter of a life member of the Tri Mu Fraternity; 2.) son or daughter of a former member of the Tri Mu Fraternity; 3.) student athletes; 4.) any worthy student from the Upper Peninsula.

Award: Varies; renewable.

Number: Varies.

The Colby Trinka Scholarship

Origin:  Established in memory of Colby Trinka, who was awarded a Bachelor of Science Degree in Accounting/Information Systems posthumously in 1995.  Colby was granted Summa Cum Laude recognition in honor of his academic achievements.

Eligibility:  The recipient will be a full-time student in the College of Business who is majoring in Accounting/Computer Information Systems with a minimum 3.50 cumulative GPA.  Preference will be given to students from the Upper Peninsula who demonstrate financial need. Candidates will be nominated by the Business faculty, with the final selection to be made by the university Scholarship Committee.

Award: $500 per year.

Number: One.

Miss Anna Frances Tuffley Scholarship

Origin: Established in 1989 by alumni and friends of Miss Anna Frances Tuffley. Miss Tuffley was an NMU librarian from 1942 until her retirement in 1968.

Eligibility: Recipients must be either juniors or seniors who are education majors or English majors. Preference shall be given to students from the Upper Peninsula. Nominations will be sought from members of the faculty, and the university Scholarship Committee will make the final decision.

Award: Varies.

Number: Varies.

United Commercial Travelers Scholarship

Origin: Established in 1979 and revised in 1999 by United Commercial Travelers, Marquette Council 186, Marquette, Michigan.

Eligibility: Recipients must be full-time junior or senior students with a minimum 3.0 GPA enrolled in the special education curricula (with an emphasis in working with the mentally impaired) seeking an elementary education teaching certificate.  Preference will be given to graduates of Upper Peninsula high schools.  Nominations will be made by the faculty in the area of special education/mentally impaired.  The final selection will be made by the university Scholarship Committee

Award: Varies.

Number: Varies.

Hilma Pynnonen Van Eerden Scholarship

Origin: Established in 1990 by Hilma Van Eerden.

Eligibility: The recipient must be a graduating senior from the Negaunee High School who has been accepted as a full-time student at NMU and has attained a 3.00 GPA. Preference will be given to a student who will be majoring in education. Nominations will be accepted from the Negaunee High School senior counselors and/or the university School of Education faculty and staff. Nominations must be received by April 1 to be considered for the upcoming school year. Final selection will be made by the university Scholarship Committee.

Award: Varies.

Number: One.

The William and Margery Vandament Endowment

Origin: Established in 1997 with an initial gift from the students of Northern Michigan University in appreciation for all the Vandaments have done in support of students at NMU. Following this leadership gift, members of the university and Upper Peninsula communities and friends and family contributed to this fund.

Eligibility: The endowment will provide student support through funding for Transfer Student Scholarships, Emergency Needs Loan Fund, and the Study Abroad Grants and will be awarded on a rotating basis.

Transfer Student Scholarship

The Transfer Student Scholarship will be awarded to a student who is entering Northern Michigan University from another four-year institution of higher learning or from a community college. To be eligible for the award a student must have completed at least one year of study at another institution and be enrolled as a full-time student at Northern Michigan University.

Award: $750

Number: Varies.

Emergency Needs Loan Fund

The Emergency Needs Loan Fund will provide loans of up to $200 each (or more) for full-time students at Northern Michigan University. Loans can be for, but not limited to, scholarship assistance, books, computer equipment as deemed appropriate and in accordance with the criteria for the existing Emergency Fund Loans. Applications must be made in accordance with Emergency Loan Fund guidelines.

Award: $200. Nonrenewable. Payable within one year of issue.

Number: Varies.

Study Abroad Grants

The Study Abroad Grants will provide awards for students who are participating in study abroad through Northern Michigan University. To be eligible for the award students must be full-time at Northern Michigan University and have completed at least one year as a student at the university.

Award: $500.

Number: Varies.

Jacob Vincour Premedical Scholarship

Origin: Established in May 1983 to honor Jacob Vinocur, former advisor to the premedical program at Northern Michigan University.

Eligibility: The award will be made annually to an outstanding premedical student. The Premedical Advisory Board will submit a nominee for the scholarship to the university Scholarship Committee which will make the final decision. The Premedical Advisory Board has the option to meet in July or wait until the Medical College Admission Test results are received, which is usually in June but may be later.

Award: Varies, non-renewable.

Number: One.

The James C. Wahla Scholarship Fund

Origin: Established in August 1996 by the family and friends of James C. Wahla, Ph.D., former professor of elementary science education in the School of Education.

Eligibility: This scholarship award is available for an undergraduate full-time student at the junior or senior level. The student must: 1.) be progressing toward a bachelor of education degree with an emphasis in elementary science education, 2.) have an academic GPA of 3.00 or above, 3.) have been admitted to teacher education, and 4.) show financial need.

Award: $250 or more per semester. Renewable.

Number: Varies.

The Dr. K. A. Wahtera Memorial Scholarship

Origin: Established in 1996 by friends, colleagues and family in memory of Dr. K. A. Wahtera.

Eligibility: To be eligible for the award a student must be working toward a bachelor's degree in Electronics or Industrial Technology at NMU. Preference will be given to graduates of high schools in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan who have demonstrated a combination of scholarship, commitment to his or her studies and outside activities (including work). The College of Technology and Applied Sciences will nominate qualified candidates to the university Scholarship Committee which will make the final selection.

Award: $500.

Number: Varies.

Myrle E. Wahtera Memorial Scholarship

Origin: Established in 1998 by family, friends and colleagues in memory of Myrle E. Wahtera.

Eligibility: Recipients will be majoring in English or Library Science at Northern Michigan University and demonstrate financial need.  Preference will be given to incoming freshmen or transfer students from the Upper Peninsula of Michigan who demonstrate a combination of scholarship and an interest in pursuing a teaching career.  If no qualified candidate is found from the Upper Peninsula, other students from the state of Michigan will be considered next, followed by out of state students.

Award: $500 annually.

Number: Varies.

Arthur Walker Memorial Scholarship

Origin: Established in 1973 as a memorial by friends and associates of Arthur Walker.

Eligibility: Student must be full-time or transfer minority student. Must demonstrate financial need. Must have achieved sophomore standing or higher. Minimum GPA of 2.5 or higher. Requirements: The recipient of this award will be expected to actively work to foster the cause of minority students at Northern Michigan University. The Director of Diversity Student Services will make recommendations for the award. The University Scholarship Committee will make the final selection.

Award: Varies with earnings.  Minimum award is $500.

Number: Varies as available earnings indicate.

Lorna Weddle Scholarship Fund

Origin: Established in 1984 by faculty, administration, former students, and friends, in honor of Lorna Weddle, former head of the Office Systems and Business Education Department.

Eligibility: The recipient must be a full-time student who has completed one semester of full-time undergraduate study, has maintained a 3.00 GPA, and is enrolled in a program of study in the office information systems or business education areas. Preference is given to students from the Upper Peninsula. An application form may be obtained from the Walker L. Cisler College of Business. Recommendations for the recipient are made by College of Business faculty; final selection is made by the university Scholarship Committee.

Award: $250; may vary.

Number: One.

Gary "Breezy" Wellman Memorial Scholarship

Origin: Established in March of 1999 by family and friends of Gary L. ("Breezy") Wellman, who died in May of 1998.

Eligibility: Recipient will be a Michigan resident who is a student athlete in the sport of football and who is enrolled in a baccalaureate program at Northern Michigan University with a 3.0 out of 4.0 GPA.  Preference will be given to students from Delta County high schools.  Final selection will be made by the university Scholarship Committee with recommendations from the Athletic Department.

Award: $1,000, varies

Number: One, varies.

Dr. Luther S. West Biology Scholarship

Origin: Established in 1998 by family, friends, colleagues and former students of Dr. Luther S. West, emeritus faculty member at Northern Michigan University.

Eligibility: The recipient will be majoring in Biology and demonstrate financial need.  Preference will be given to juniors and seniors with at least a 3.0 GPA.  The Biology faculty will nominate candidates to the university Scholarship Committee which will make the final selection.

Award: $500, may vary.

Number: Varies.

The Jean K. and Kathleen Shingler Weston Scholarship

Origin: Established in 1985 in honor of Jean and Kathleen Weston.

Eligibility: First preference will be given to a student from Kenton, MI, Sidnaw, MI or Trout Creek, MI followed by students from the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. Candidate must be a full-time student studying in the sciences at Northern Michigan University. Candidate must demonstrate financial need. Candidate must meet the minimum GPA requirements of Northern Michigan University.

Award: $500.

Number: Varies.

The Peter White Student Scholarship

Origin: Established in 1993 by Mrs. Anne Maxwell Reynolds Frazier, great granddaughter of Peter White, in memory of this renowned pioneer, business, civic and political leader, educator and philanthropist.

Eligibility: The recipient must be a Michigan resident and a full-time student in the Walker L. Cisler College of Business.  Preference will be given to candidates who are from the Upper Peninsula and who demonstrate academic excellence and financial need. Candidates will be nominated by the College of Business and the final selection will be made by the university Scholarship Committee.

Award: Varies.

Number: Two.

Stan Whitman Memorial Scholarship

Origin: Established in March 1994 by the family and friends of Stan Whitman.

Eligibility: Recipient will be an Upper Peninsula resident who is an athlete in the sport of basketball (men or women), football, swimming or hockey, (or gymnastics if reinstated as a varsity sport).  Student will be enrolled in a baccalaureate program at with a minimum GPA of 2.0.  Preference will be given to students studying in the School of Education, College of Business or College of Nursing.

Award: $500.

Number: Varies.

The Willard Scholarship

Origin: Established in 1998 by the Willard family.

Eligibility: To be eligible for the award a candidate must be a full-time student demonstrating financial need who graduated from Iron Mountain, Michigan high school. If an incoming freshman student, he/she must meet the university's entrance level grade requirements; if an established NMU student, he/she must meet the university's satisfactory progress guidelines. Preference should be given to incoming freshmen. If no incoming freshmen qualify, other class levels will be considered. Preference will be given to students attending the main campus in Marquette. The university Scholarship committee will select recipients.

Award: $500.

Number: One per year. Not renewable.

R.G. Williams, M.D. Scholarship Program

Origin: Established in October 1978 by R.G. Williams, M.D., of Ishpeming, Michigan.

Eligibility: The recipient must be a deserving junior or senior premedical student who has a minimum 3.00 overall GPA. Preference will be given to a student from the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. A recipient who receives this award as a junior must again be nominated and selected as a senior to win the award for a second year. The nomination committee will be composed of members of the Premedical Advisory Board. This committee will make its nominations to the university Scholarship Committee, which will make the final selection. Notification will usually be made in April for the following academic year.

Award: $1,000 per year.

Number: One; may vary.

James H. Wills Scholarship

Origin: Established in January, 1991 by Mr. James H. Wills, a 1967 graduate of Northern Michigan University.

Eligibility: Recipient must be a prospective student accepted for full-time study at NMU. Recipient must be a deserving, financially needy, Upper Peninsula high school graduate who has a GPA of 2.50 or higher. High school counselors and/or university faculty/staff may nominate qualified candidates to the university Scholarship Committee, which will make the final selection. Nominations should be made by April 1 for the following academic year.

Award: Varies.

Number: Varies.

Jim Wills Scholarship

Origin: Established in May, 1991 by Mr. James H. Wills, a 1967 graduate of Northern Michigan University, in memory of his father and mother of Norway, Michigan.

Eligibility: Recipient must be a prospective student accepted for full-time study at NMU. Recipient must be a deserving, financially needy, Upper Peninsula High School graduate who has a GPA of 2.50 or higher. High school counselors and/or university faculty/staff may nominate qualified candidates to the university Scholarship Committee, which will make the final selection. Nominations should be made by April 1 for the following academic year.

Award: $500.

Number: One.

The Sigurd Wilson Memorial Scholarship

Origin: Established in 1996 in the last will and testament of Sigurd Wilson.

Eligibility: To be eligible for the award a candidate must be a full-time student nurse (RN or LPN) enrolled in the College of Nursing and Allied Health Sciences program at Northern Michigan University. The College will nominate candidates by May 1 to the university Scholarship Committee which will make the final selection.

Award: $500.

Number: Two.

Johana Lindner Winkler Scholarship

Origin: Established by Herman G. Schumacher, grandson of Johana Lindner Winkler.

Eligibility: The recipient must be an Upper Peninsula of Michigan high school graduate. The recipient may either be an entering student or an enrolled student, as decided by the university, but must have maintained a minimum cumulative GPA of a 2.75 at his or her most recent academic level. First priority shall be given to a candidate who demonstrates financial need and who is pursuing a degree in industry technologies or a comparable academic program.

Award: Varies.

Number: Varies.

The Viola Winters Nursing Endowment Fund

Origin: Established in 2000 by a gift from the estate of Viola Winters.

Eligibility: Recipients must be Nursing students at Northern Michigan University. Must demonstrate financial need.

Award: Varies, up to full tuition, books and fees.

Number: Varies. Scholarship is renewable, but students must have attained a 2.75 GPA in order to be considered for renewal.

Matthew Worthington Memorial Scholarship

Origin: Established in October 1994 by the family of Matthew Worthington.

Eligibility: Applicant must be a Negaunee High School graduate with a minimum GPA of 2.50 (of 4.00), and accepted as a full-time student at Northern Michigan University. Recipient cannot be receiving any other significant financial awards through Negaunee High School.

Award: $500.

Number: One.

I. J. Ziegler Scholarship

Origin: Established in 1982 by Gilbert L. Ziegler in memory of his father, I. J. Ziegler.

Eligibility: The recipient must be a full-time student or accepted for study at NMU toward a bachelor’s degree in electronics or industrial technology. Preference will be given to a student from the Upper Peninsula who has demonstrated financial need.

Award: $500 per year.

Number: One.

Zonta Club of Marquette Area Scholarship

Origin: Established in March, 1990 by the Marquette Zonta Club.

Eligibility: Applicants must enroll for at least 8 credits each semester and have an overall 2.50 GPA or higher to be considered. The Zonta Scholarship Committee, in cooperation with the Marquette Women’s Center, will nominate qualified candidates prior to May 1 each year to the university Scholarship Committee, which will make the final selection.

Award: Varies; applied to tuition, fees and/or books.

Number: Varies; usually one or two.

   


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