Cass Technical High School
Scholarship Newsletter
February/March 2016
AFA Teens for Alzheimer’s Awareness Scholarship
Criteria: Scholarship is open to students who will be attending an accredited college or university in the
U.S. Applicants must write and submit and essay on a topic related to Alzheimer’s disease.
Award: $1,500
Application: http://youngleadersofafa.org//about_new.html
Deadline: February 15, 2016
BMI Student Composer Award
Criteria: Award is open to citizens in the Western Hemisphere who will study music
Award: Up to $5,000
Application: https://bmifoundation.org/applications/form/bmi_student_composer_awards_application
Deadline: February 15, 2016
Center for Southeast Asian Students (CSEAS) Southeast Language Scholarship at
the University of Michigan –Ann Arbor
Eligibility:
*For students interested in studying Thai, Filipino, Indonesian or Vietnamese languages at The Center
for Southeast Asian Studies at the University of Michigan-Ann Arbor
www.ii.umich.edu/cseas
Deadline: March 11, 2016
Central Michigan University Scholarships
C.J. Brown Memorial Scholarship
Criteria:
 Freshman admitted to CMU by March 1st
 Planning to pursue a major in arts, science, mathematics, or chemistry
 Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
Application: https://www.cmich.edu/ess/OSFA/Documents/SCHOLARSHIPAPP-CJ_Brown_Memorial.pdf
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Dr. Leslie O. Carlin Scholarship Application for Freshmen
Criteria:
 Freshmen admitted to CMU
 Demonstrate financial need per the FAFSA
 Unable to fully participate in extra-curricular activities due to family responsibility or chronic
health problems.
Application:
https://www.cmich.edu/ess/OSFA/Documents/SCHOLARSHIPAPPDR_LESLIE_O_CARLIN_FOR_FRESHME
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Herceg & Kelley Scholarship Application
Criteria:
 Freshman admitted to CMU by March 1st
 Resident of Michigan
 Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
 Planning to major in teacher education
 Demonstrate financial need per the FAFSA
Application: https://www.cmich.edu/ess/OSFA/Documents/SCHOLARSHIPAPP-Herceg_and_Kelley.pdf
Lem Tucker Journalism Scholarship: The scholarship provides eight semesters of undergraduate tuition
to an entering freshman. The scholarship honors the late Lemuel Tucker, an African-American and CMU
alumnus who made enormous contributions to journalism, by promoting the participation and success
of minorities in print and electronic media, as well as general excellence in the practice of journalism.
Criteria:
-Must have 3.0 G.P.A or higher
-18 ACT score or higher
Application: https://www.cmich.edu/colleges/CCFA/Pages/Lem-Tucker-Scholarship-Page.aspx
Deadline: February 17, 2016
Michael Herceg & Joan Kelley Scholarship
Criteria:
 Be admitted to CMU by March 1st
 Resident of Michigan
 Pursue Major in Teacher Education
 Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
 Demonstrate financial need after submitting FAFSA
Application: https://www.cmich.edu/ess/OSFA/Documents/SCHOLARSHIPAPP-Herceg_and_Kelley.pdf
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Church’s Chicken Community Scholarship
Criteria: Open to graduating high School seniors with at least a 2.75 GPA.
Award: $1,000
Application: https://www.scholarshipamerica.org/churchsscholars/
Deadline: February 15, 2016
Coleman A. Young Foundation Scholarship
The CAYF scholarship is valued at up to $20,000 ($5,000 per year). Recipients receive support services
through the CAYF mentoring program to help ensure successful college completion.
Eligibility:
-Must be a graduating senior
- 2.5 minimum GPA
- live in the city of Detroit
-attend a Detroit high school
-submit essay reflecting an understanding of Coleman Young’s legacy
- demonstrate financial need
Application: http://cayf.org/scholars-about.php
Deadline: March 4, 2016
Community Choice Foundation Scholarship
Criteria: Open to students planning to attend college in Michigan and pledge to remain in Michigan
following graduation. Applicants will be evaluated based on dedication to serving the community, GPA,
and a written essay.
Award: Up to $5,000
Applications: https://www.communitychoicecu.com/resources/scholarships
Deadline: February 15, 2016
Community Foundation of Southeast Michigan
Eligibility: All high school students in southeast Michigan are encouraged to submit an application for
scholarship funds. The Community Foundation manages more than 20 scholarship funds directly through a
single-step online application process. Every student in southeast Michigan is eligible for at least one of the
scholarship funds, but many are eligible for multiple funds.
Appliccation: https://cfsem.org/apply/scholarships/scholarship-opportunities/
Deadline: April 15, 2016
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated, Detroit Alumnae Chapter Scholarship
Eligibility: Minimum 2.5 GPA, must attend school in Detroit, Hamtramck, Highland Park and Grosse Pointe
school districts.
Applications available in January
Go to: www.detroitdeltas.org
Deadline: March 2016
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Dream US Scholarship
Criteria: High school seniors/graduates who will be attending college for the first time.
Award: $25,000
Application: http://www.thedream.us/scholars/
Deadline: February 16, 2016
ExxonMobil Bernard Harris Math and Science Scholarship
Each year, a total of four scholarships will be awarded. Targeting African American and Hispanic
students, two male and two female awardees will be given $5,000 each. The scholarship will be paid to
the university of the student’s choice and can be applied to tuition and related expenses for the
upcoming collegiate year.
Eligibility:
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Identify as African-American or Hispanic
Attend a school in a Council of Great City Schools district (see link below)
Be completing their senior year of high school
Have been accepted to a four year university for full-time enrollment
Be pursuing a science, technology, engineering or mathematics degree
Demonstrate academic achievement in high school, leadership skills and/or community
service in the area of science, technology, engineering or mathematics
Have an unweighted GPA of at least 3.0
Go to: http://www.theharrisfoundation.org/sitecontent/568/exxonmobil-bernard-harris-mathand-science-sc/category/457/education.aspx
Deadline: April 6, 2016
Goya Foods Culinary Arts Scholarship
Criteria: Open to incoming college freshmen who will be majoring in culinary arts or food sciences.
Award: Up to $20,000
Application: http://www.goya.com/english/scholarship.html
Deadline: February 15, 2016
Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarship Award
The Jackie Robinson Foundation provides a multi-faceted experience designed to not only address the
financial needs of minority students who aspire to attend college but also to guide them through the process
of higher education.
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Be a high school senior planning to attend an accredited and approved four-year institution within the
United States
Show leadership potential
Demonstrate a dedication to community service
Present evidence of financial need
Be a United States citizen
Have a minimum SAT score of 1,000 combined on the math and critical reading sections or a composite
ACT score of 21
Application: http://www.jackierobinson.org/apply/applicants/
Deadline: February 15, 2016
Levin Firm Scholarship
Criteria: Students who are attending college or graduate school. Applicant must submit an essay on a
topic related to automobile accidents.
Award: $1,000
Application: http://www.levininjuryfirm.com/scholarship/
Deadline: February 15, 2016
Microsoft BAM Scholarship
Blacks at Microsoft (BAM) is a company-sponsored employee network dedicated to supporting the
continued growth and development of black employees at Microsoft Corporation. This year, BAM will
award two US$5,000 scholarships to outstanding high-school seniors who are interested in pursuing
careers in technology. The scholarships are renewable, so winners who continue to meet the criteria can
receive an annual $5,000 award for up to four years.
Eligibility:
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Be a high-school senior of African descent (for example, African American, African, or Ethiopian).
Plan to attend a four-year college or university in the fall of the year following high-school
graduation.
Plan to pursue a bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, computer information systems,
or select business programs (such as finance, business administration, or marketing).
Demonstrate a passion for technology.
Demonstrate leadership at school or in the community.
Have a cumulative GPA of 3.3 or higher.
Require financial assistance to attend college.
Application Available: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/diversity/programs/blacks-scholarships.aspx
Deadline: March 1, 2016
Michigan State University Scholarships:
Cass Technical High School Alumni Scholarship
Eligibility: Must be a Cass Technical High School graduate and incoming freshman. Must maintain a college
GPA of 2.5.
Go to: https://scholendow2.ais.msu.edu/student/ScholDetail.asp?Schol_ID=4200
Ernest G. & Phyllis C. Green MSU Black Alumni Scholarship in Social Science
Eligibility: Applicants must be freshman, sophomore or juniors with a primary major in the College of Social
Science and in good academic standing with an overall GPA of at least 3.00 or entering freshmen. Applicants
must be freshman, sophomore or juniors with a primary major in the College of Social Science and in good
academic standing with an overall GPA of at least 3.00 or entering freshmen.
Application: http://www.jotform.us/form/50204977164153
Deadline: March 1, 2016
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Terry Braverman Excellence in Sports Broadcasting Scholarship
Eligibility: Must be a graduate of a Michigan high school, and must major in Communications and Arts with a
focus in journalism or telecommunications with plans of becoming an on-air sports broadcaster with
excellent oral communication skills.
Go to:https://scholendow2.ais.msu.edu/student/ScholDetail.asp?Schol_ID=3993
William Carr MSU Black Alumni Scholarship
Criteria: Must be a freshman with a minimum 3.0 high school GPA. Must attend at least half-time and
maintain a 2.7 undergraduate GPA.
Go to: https://scholendow2.ais.msu.edu/student/ScholDetail.asp?Schol_ID=233
https://scholendow2.ais.msu.edu/student/ScholDetail.asp?Schol_ID=233
National Association of Black Suppliers Scholarship:
The NABS Scholarship is a stipend
of up to $5,000 per year for up to five years to be used for tuition, room, board and fees at a 4 year
college or university.
Eligibility:
-African-American High School Senior
-Must major in Engineering, technology, business or a related curriculum
Applications : www.nabssf.org
Deadline: March 5, 2016
Oakland University Scholarships:
Presidential Scholar Award
Full Tuition for four years
Awarded to entering freshman with a high school GPA of 3.90 or higher and an ACT composite score of
31 or higher
Distinguished Scholar Award
$20,000 for four years ($5,000 per year)
Awarded to entering freshman with a high school GPA of 3.80-3.89 and an ACT composite score of 27 or
higher OR high school GPA of 3.90 or higher and an ACT composite score of 27-30.
Talented Scholar Award
$12,000 for four years ($3,000 per year)
Awarded to entering freshman with a high school GPA of 3.70-3.79 and an ACT composite score of 27 or
higher, OR with a high school GPA of 3.80 or higher and an ACT composite score equal to 25 or 26.
Academic Achievement Award
$8,000 for four years ($2,000 per year)
Awarded to entering freshman with a high school GPA of 3.50 or higher and an ACT composite score of
24, OR with a high school GPA of 3.50-3.79 and an ACT composite score equal to 25 or 26, OR with a
high school GPA of 3.50-3.69 and an ACT composite score of 27 or higher.
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University Recognition Award
$6,000 for four years ($1,500 per year)
Awarded to entering freshman with a high school GPA of 3.40-3.49 and an ACT composite score of 23 or
higher, OR with a 3.40 or higher high school GPA and ACT composite score equal to 23.
Geographic Region Award
$8,000 for four years ($2,000 per year)
Awarded to entering freshman with a high school GPA of 3.0 or higher residing in Michigan counties
outside of Macomb, Oakland or Wayne who wish to live on campus. Recipients must live in university
housing.
Depending on need level established by completing the FAFSA:
Housing Grant
Up to $20,000 for four years ($5,000 per year)
Awarded to students with a high school GPA of 3.0 or higher and an ACT composite score of 20 or
higher. Recipients must live in on-campus housing and have full on-campus housing charges not
covered by another housing award.
Academic Grant
Up to $20,000 for four years ($5,000 per year)
Awarded to students with a high school GPA of 3.0 or higher and an ACT composite score of 20 or higher
100% Tuition Grant for Four Years
Covers up to 100 percent of tuition after gift aid and the expected family contribution (EFC)
ODESSA N. MERRILL SCHOLARSHIP: The perspective candidate must be entering a four
year College or University or be currently attending an accredited four year College or
University.
Requirements:
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Grade point average: 3.0
Must demonstrate financial need and/or Academic excellence.
Must provide a letter of acceptance from the School the candidate will be attending.
Must be able to commit one year internship with Amethyst Health, Inc.
Must adhere to the corporations policies and procedures at all times including Dress
Code (no jeans or gym shoes, professionally dressed at all times).
The hours of operations are Mon-Fri 9 a.m.-5 p.m. (exceptions are: fund-raisers and
other corporation’s events).
Scholarship amount: $2,000.
Rosa Parks Scholarship
Award: $2,000 non-renewable
Eligibility: Minimum 2.5 GPA, selected on the basis of scholarship, leadership, financial need and dedication
to civil rights
Application: www.Rosaparksscholarship.org
Deadline: March 1, 2016
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Stefan Wanczyk Foundation Scholarship Application:
Mail completed application to Stefan Wanczyk at: 13231 23 Mile Rd., Shelby Township, MI. 48315,
Ph# 586-726-4300
A maximum of $2,000 in the form of direct payment to the university or college of choice. The student
must have a minimum 2.5 GPA, have attended a Wayne County area high school, must demonstrate a
hardship, which could otherwise prevent the student from attending college and must attend college
full-time beginning with the Fall semester of 2014.
Deadline: May 28, 2016
Saginaw Valley State University: Scholarships
President’s Scholarship-$38,000
Tuition and mandatory fees every year for four years (up to 136 credit hours). You will be invited to
interview for this competitive scholarship if you are currently ranked first or second in your class and
have a 24 or better ACT, or currently have a 3.70 or better cumulative GPA and a minimum ACT
composite of 28.
Founder’s Scholarship-$19,000
Half tuition and mandatory fees every year for four years (up to 136 credit hours). If you currently have
a 3.6 or better cumulative GPA and a minimum ACT composite of 26 you will be invited to apply for this
competitive scholarship.
Dean’s Scholarship-$12,000
$3,000 every year for four years. If you currently have a 3.00 or better cumulative GPA and a minimum
ACT composite of 24 you will be invited to apply for this competitive scholarship.
Cardinal Scholarship-$8,000
$2,000 every year for four years. If you currently have a 3.00 or better cumulative GPA and a minimum
ACT composite of 22, you will be invited to apply for this competitive scholarship.
Private Scholarships
There are also hundreds of SVSU Private Scholarships available to incoming freshmen! By completing
our private scholarship application, you will be considered for all private scholarships for which you
meet eligibility criteria. The private scholarship application is available online at
www.svsu.edu/apply/scholarships
Southern Methodist University: The Hunt Leadership Scholarship
Eligibility:
The Hunt Leadership Scholarship provides full SMU tuition and fees, less the amount of resident
tuition and fees at the leading public school of the student’s state of residency.
Extraordinary leadership in high school
Rank in the top 25% of graduating class
Composite SAT score of 1270 on Math and Critical Reading or ACT 28
https://www.smu.edu/Academics/Hunt/Application
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Thurgood Marshall College Fund Scholarships
TMCF are merit-based scholarships to students seeking financial assistance to further and complete
their education. Awards are made each semester and are based on a verification process designed to
ensure that academic expectations are being met and that there is unmet financial need.
Eligibility:
*Must have a minimum G.P.A. of 3.0
*Must apply for financial aid using the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
*Must attend on of the 47 TMCF Member Schools
*Must demonstrate leadership qualities and complete hours of community service
*Must be recommended by faculty/staff member of your current school
http://tmcf.org/our-scholarships/current-scholarships
Deadline: Varies
UNCF Scholarships- UNCF manages various scholarship programs and each program has its own
eligibility criteria, open/close dates and required documentation. To apply for a UNCF scholarship, you
must apply through the on-line application process. As many of the UNCF scholarships require that the
scholarship recipient apply for Federal Student Aid, it is recommended that applicants complete the
Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Must apply online. Go to
https://scholarships.uncf.org/ .
Eligibility: Must attend one of the UNCF colleges and universities
Deadline: Varies by scholarship
University of Michigan-Ann Arbor Private Scholarships:
www.finaid.umich.edu/ScholarshipsandGrants
*There is a list of private scholarships for eligible entering students for UM-Ann Arbor in the Senior File
Cabinet in the Counseling Center
University of Michigan-Dearborn
Office of Admissions and Orientation
1145 University Center, 4901 Evergreen Road, Dearborn, MI. 48128
313-593-5100
www.umd.umich.edu/scholarships
Western Michigan University:
Seita Scholarship: For foster care youth
-Must meet Michigan Education and Training Voucher guidelines
-Must live on campus in University housing
-Limited number of scholarships available
-For first-time, full-time freshman students entering fall 2016
A separate application is required to apply for the Seita Scholarship.
Deadline: Complete admissions application must be received by March 1, 2016.
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