Rosa Parks Scholarship Foundation - open to graduating graduating seniors who demonstrate leadership, financial need, and dedication to the civil rights principles of Rosa L. Parks. Applications are available at www.rosaparksscholarshipfoundation.org and are due March 1, 2012.
Phi Delta Kappa State of Michigan Chapter 1607 Prospective Educator Scholarship Program - open to high school seniors seeking aa career in education. Applications are available in Guidance and are due by March 30, 2012.
AES Engineers Scholarship - students need to answer an essay question found on http://www.aesengineers.com/scholarships.htm. Entries are due October 5, 2012.
Kentwood Women's Club - open to female seniors who are residents of Kentwood or the Kentwood School District. Applications are avalable in Guidance and are due February 29, 2012.
Kent County Credit Union - open to seniors with an account at Kent County Credit Union, having a minimum 2.50 GPA, and entering college next fall. Applications are available at www.myKCCU.com and are due February 3, 2012.
Islamic Society of North America - open to graduating Muslim seniors who have a minimum 3.0 GPA and entering college next fall. Applications can be obtained at www.isna.net/scholarship and are due February 15.
Polish Heritage Society - open to seniors of Polish descent with a minimum 2.75 GPA who will be attending Grand Valley State University, Aquinas College, or Grand Rapids Community College. Applications are available in Guidance or by contacting the respective college Financial Aid offices. Applications are due by March 15.
Michigan Retailers Association - the student or his/her parent must be employed at a business that is a member of MRA. Applications are available at www.retailers.com and are due April 2, 2012.
2012 UM Club of Grand Rapids Scholarship - open to seniors who will be attending UM next fall. Applications are available at http://grandrapids.umclubs.com and must be submitted by February 1, 2012.
Buick Achievers Program - open to high school seniors who plan to enroll in college next fall. Must major in engineering, technology, design, or business with an interest in the automotive industry. Applications are due February 29, 2012 and can be obtrained at www.buickachievers.com.
Roger B. Chaffee Scholarship - open to high school seniors who intend to pursue college careers in engineering or the sciences. Applications are due February 29 and can be obtained by contacting Deb Metzger at Kent ISD. Her e-mail address is debmetzger@kentisd.org.
Kentwood Women's Club Scholarship - open to senior females who are residents of the Kentwood School District. Applications are available in Guidance and must be postmarked by February 29, 2012.
Mary Jane Dockeray Scholarship - open to seniors who plan to pursue a career in science. Applications are available in Guidance and are due March 9, 2012.
Best Buy Scholarships - $1,000 scholarships are open to students in grades 9-12 based on solid grades plus community service or work experience. Applications will be accepted through February 15, 2012 and can be obtained at www.bestbuy-communityrelations.com.
Ferris State University - numerous scholarships are open to high school seniors who will be attending Ferris next fall. For more information, go to www.ferris.edu.
Saint Xavier University Catholic High School Scholarship Competition - open to seniors who are considering Saint Xavier University for next fall. University and scholarship competition deadline is March 1, 2012. More details are available at www.sxu.edu. Keyword: Competition.
University Club of Grand Rapids Scholarship - open to seniors with a 3.0 or higher GPA. Applications are due February 1, 2012 and are available by contacting the University Club at 456-8623 or in Guidance.
UM Club of Grand Rapids Scholarship - open to seniors who are considering UM. Applications are available at http://grandrapids.umclubs.com/. Click on the scholarship link.
B. Davis Scholarship - the deadline for this scholarship is May 28, 2012 and can be found at http://www.studentawardsearch.com/scholarships.htm.
National Conference of CPA Practitioners - must be high school senior, minimum GPA of 3.3, and attend college next fall. Applicatioons are due December 15 and can be obtained at http://www.nccpap.org/about-us/scholarship/.
SAE Women Engineers Committee Scholarship - must be a U.S. citizen, female, 3.0 GPA, pursuing engineering in college. Applications are due January 15, 2012 and are available at http://students.sae.org/awdscholar/scholarships/wec.
Edward D. Hendrickson/SAE Engineering Scholarship - must be a U.S. citizen, 3.75 GPA or higher, rank in the 90th percentile in both math and critical reading on SAT I or composite ACT scores, and be pursuing an engineering degree. Applications are due January 15, 2012 and are available at http://students.sae.org/awdscholar/scholarships/hendrickson/.
SAE International Scholarships - must be a U.S. citizen, have a 3.75 GPA, rank in the 90th percentile in both math and critical reading on SAT I or composite ACT scores, and be pursuing and engineering or related science degree. Applications are due January 15, 2012 and are available at http://students.sae.org/awdscholar/scholarships/bmw/.
Disability Scholarship - applicants must be seniors with a minimum GPA of 3.0. Applicants will submit a 500 - 1,000 word essay on overcoming a disability. Applications and essays are due January 10, 2012 and can be found at http://www.militaryvaloan.com/disability-scholarships.html.
Gates Millennium Scholars - must be African American or Hispanic, have a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher, demonstrate leadership abilities through community service, and demonstrate financial need. Applications are due before January 11, 2012 and can be found at http://gmsp.org.
Anne Ford and Allegra Ford Scholarship - open to seniors with a 3.0 or higher GPA, must demonstrate financial need, and must provide current documentation of an identified learning disability. Applications are due December 31, 2012 and are available at http://www.ld.org.
Hsf/Haz La U Scholarship - open to seniors of Hispanic American heritage with a minimum GPA of 3.0. Applications are due December 31, 2011 and can be obtained at www.hsf.net/Haz_La_U_Scholarship.aspx.
Foundation Center Youth Foundation Grant - open to high seniors enrolling in college next fall. Must have 3.5 or better GPA and should document financial need. Applications must be requested by December 31, 2011 and submitted by February 29, 2012. Applications can be obtained at http://foundationcenter.org/grantmaker/youthfdn/guide.html.
Calvin College Alumni Association - Calvin College Service Scholarships - these scholarships are available to incoming first-year students from the Kent County area. These scholarships seek to reward those students who display leadership in volunteerism and service to the community. Applications are due by February 1, 2012 and are available in Guidance.
GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship Program - exceptional student leaders are invited to apply for this scholarship program. Details and applications for this program are available at www.reaganfoundation.org/scholarships. Applications are due February 17, 2012.
Ronald McDonald House Charities U.S. Scholarship Program - open to seniors who plan on attending college next fall. Visit www.rmhc.org for complete details. Application deadline is January 27, 2012.
32 Degree Michigan Scottish Rite Scholarship - open to seniors who will be enrolled in college in the fall. Applications are available by e-mailing robyn@aasr-mi.org and must be requested by February 13, 2012.
Lloyd F. Hutt Scholarship - Lake Michigan Credit Union - open to seniors who are members of Lake Michigan Credit Union or are dependent children of LMCU members. Also, must be enrolling in college next fall. (8) winners will win $2,000 each. Applications and essays must be submitted by January 31, 2012. Applications are available in Guidance or at any LMCU location.
Rare Foundation - essay contest requiring an original essay about someone who they consider to be an Everyday Hero. Entries must be postmarked by December 1, 2011. For more information visit www.RAREfoundation.org.
American Legion Scholarships - scholarships are available for students wishing to become a state trooper, for Boys State, and through baseball. Visit www.michiganlegion.org for additional information.
Grand Rapids Community College - scholarships are available to students enrolled at GRCC next fall. To access the scholarship application, go to: www.grcc.edu/financialaid. Then click on "GRCC FOUNDATION 2012-2013 SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION.
Thomas More College of Liberal Arts - open to incoming freshmen. The Faith & Reason Essay Contest will distribute $100,000 to qualified students. Essay submissions must be received by late February ,2012. Applications can be obtained at mschwendt@ThomasMoreCollege.edu.
Polish Heritage Society - scholarships are available to students of Polish descent for the Fall semester 2012 at Grand Valley State University, Aquinas College, and Grand Rapids Community College in the amount of $250 each. Students must have a minimum GPA of 2.75, be of Polish descent, and finincial need will be taken into consideration. Applications can be obtained at the above listed colleges and are due in mid-March, 2012.
Susan G. Komen College Scholarship Program - must be a high school senior, plan on attending a state-supported colege or university, have a GPA of at least 2.8, be a U.S. citizen, and have lost a parent to breast cancer or must be a breast cancer survivor. Applications are available online at http://ww5.komen.org/ResearchGrants/AwardsampScholarships.html and are due mid-January 2012.
Calvin College Service Scholarships - open to incoming freshmen from the Grand Rapids area. Students must demonstrate leadership in volunteerism and service to the community and have a GPA of 2.5 or above. Applications are available through Calvin.
AAA Michigan's School Safety Patrol Scholarship - open to seniors who can show documented proof of AAA Michigan School Safety Patrol participation in grade school. Applications are available in Guidance and are due April 13, 2012.
College of Mount Saint Vincent - the College of Mount Saint Vincent will give every graduate from any Catholic high school an $8,00 annual grant to the college, if offered admission. Additional information is available at www.mountsaintvincent.edu/scholarships.
NFIB Young Entrepreneur Foundation - open to seniors who will be attending college next fall, have an officially established business, and meet or exceed recommended academic standards. Additional information is available at www.NFIB.com/YEA and applications are due December 15, 2011.
University of Evansville - scholarships are available in such areas as Fine and Performing Arts, Nursing, Engineering, and academics. Applications are due in early December, 2011 are are available at admission@evansville.edu.
Saint Michael's College - the Edmundite Scholarship is awarded to a student who graduates from a Catholic high school and is admitted to Saint Michael's College. Additional information is available at kfitzgerald@smcvt.edu.
Kohl's Kids Who Care Scholarship Program - must be 18 or younger and able to demonstrate exceptional community service. Visit www.kohlskids.com for applications.
Best Buy @15 Scholarship Program - open to grade 9-12 students, need solid grades, demonstrate involvement in community service or work experience. Applications can be obtained at www.at15.com
Michigan Society of Professional Engineers - scholarships are available for seniors who are currently accepted at a Michigan ABET college or university, will enroll in an engineering program, have at least a 3.0 GPA, attain an ACT composite score of 26 or above, and be a U.S. Citizen. Applications are available at http://www.michiganspe.org.
Joyce Ivy Foundation Pre-College Summer Scholarships for Ivy League Study - open to high school female sophomores and juniors who are interested in attending a summer academic program at an Ivy League or equivalent college. Applications are available at: http://cts.vresp.com/c/?JoyceIvyFoundation/e9b8a82859/f5238478f7/e2f8e428ef. Applications will be accepted beginning January 1, 2012.
Olivet College - Presidential Achievement Scholarship $8,000 awarded to admitted students with a high school GPA of 3.5 or higher and an ACT composite score of 24 or higher. Academic Achievement Scholarship $6,000 awarded to admitted students with a high school GPA of 3.0-3.49 and an ACT composite score of 18 or higher. Excellence Award $2,000 given to students that have a history of leadership and involvement in service-based activities, various affiliations and co-curricular involvement. For more information, go to www.olivetcollege.edu.
Davenport University Gerald R. Ford Memorial Scholarship - open to students enrolled for next fall. This is a full-ride scholarship covering tuition, room and board, textbooks, fees and study abroad is renewable for all four years. Students must have a minimum 3.75 GPA and a minimum ACT score of 31. Apply on-line http://fordscholarship.davenport.edu.
Ferris State University - available to students who are enrolled at Ferris State University next fall. A variety of scholarships are offered and are due by May 1, 2012. Applications are available at www.ferris.edu.
Calvin College Service Scholarships - scholarship seeks to reward those students who display evidence of commitment in areas of leadership, volunteerism, and service to the community. Open to incoming first-year students from the Grand Rapids metropolitan area. Applications can be obtained at www.calvin.edu/alumni/about/scholarships/chapter.htm.
Burger King Scholars Program - $1,000 scholarship available to seniors who; maintain a GPA of 2.5 or higher, work part-time for a minimum of 10 hours per week or 40 week per year, be actively involved in community service activities, demonstrates financial need, plans to enroll in an accredited two/or four-year college or university by next fall. Applications can be obtained at www.haveityourwayfoundation.org.
University of Dayton Army ROTC Scholarship - ROTC scholarships for the University of Dayton are available to pay up to full tuition. Applications are available on-line at www.armyrotc.com.
Michigan Oil & Gas Producers Education Foundation (MOGPEF) Scholarship - appplicant must have be accepted for enrollment at a Michigan college or univeristy, have a minimum 3.0 GPA, and demonstrate financial need. Qualified applicants must also be pursuing a degree in a field of study, which will allow them to obtain full time employment in the crude oil and natural gas industry. Applications can be obtained at www.mogpef.org. The deadline is April 2, 2012.
Western Michigan University Medallion Scholarship Competition - On-campus event held January 21 - 28, 2010 for outstanding high school seniors. To be eligible for the competition students must: be a high school senior entering WMU for the first time, have a cumulative GPA of 3.7 or higher, and an ACT composite score of 26 or higher. Students who meet this criteria and ensure all documents necessary for admission are received in the Office of Admission by early December, 2011. All students who participate in the competition will receive a minimum of a $3,000 Dean's Scholarship for the 2011-12 academic year. If interested, contact WMU prior to the deadline.
The Foundation for Individual Rights in Education (FIRE) student essay contest - 700-1,200 word essay explaining why free speech and First Amendment rights are crutial to higher education. Details can be obtained at www.thefire.org/contests.
Northern Michigan University Presidential Scholars Competition - must be a senior, ACT composite score of 24 or higher, and a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher. Competition occurs in early November. For more information and to apply, go to www.nmu.edu/presidentialscholars.
NALS of West Michigan Scholarship Fund - candidates must be a senior, have a B average, be in need of financial assistance, be enrolled in college in the fall term of 2010. Applications are available in Guidance and are due January 15, 2012.
Elks National Foundation Scholarships - ENF Most Valuable Student Awards are available to seniors who enroll in four-year undergraduate degree programs. Judging is based on scholarship, leadership, and financial need. Applications can be obtained at www.elks.org/enf/scholars.
Empire Beauty Schools - scholarships are available for students interested in Empire Beauty Schools. Information can be obtained by going to www.empire.edu.
Thomas More College of Liberal Arts - applications and details of the 2012 Faith & Reason Scholarship Essay Contest are available by contacting mschwerdt@ThomasMoreCollege.edu.
The Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation - scholarships available to seniors who demonstrate leadership, commitment to community, and academic achievement. For eligibility requirements and application information, visit www.coca-colascholars.org.
AXA Achievement Scholarship - open to seniors who are active in their community, have led a project that benefits others, and have overcome personal challenges. Applications are due February 1, 2012 and can be obtained at www.axa-achievement.com.
GRCC Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. "Inherit The Dream" Scholarship Application - open to African-American or Hispanic seniors who will be attending GRCC and have a 2.0 GPA. Applications are available in Guidance and are due December 1, 2011.
Comcast Leaders and Achievers Scholarship Program - open to one senior from CC who has a 2.8 or above GPA, demonstrates leadership ability, shows strong commitment to community service plans to attend college next fall. Is available on a first-come-first-serve basis to a senior who meets the above criteria. Applications are due December 9, 2011.