SCHOLARSHIP LISTINGS for 2014-2015 School Year
All High School Seniors should be looking at the websites of the colleges they
apply to. That is where you can get the information you need for the
scholarships the colleges offer to incoming freshmen. Every college has a
scholarship program. These scholarships range from a few hundred dollars
to a full tuition/books/room and board package. Some require an application
process, while others are automatic based on G.P.A. and ACT/SAT scores. If
you have any questions, contact the university/college or talk to your high
school counselor. Qualifying dates also vary. However, many colleges and
universities require that a student applies by November 1st to be considered.
Students: Please look over these opportunities carefully. I do check the website and give it a quick
once over, but that does not mean every opportunity is a good one. NEVER give out your social
security number. Do not pay for the right to apply for a scholarship. Scams look good, that’s why
they work. If you have any concerns, share them with a counselor immediately.
Note the deadlines on these scholarships. I am adding the newest scholarship opportunities to the
beginning of this document, and dropping scholarships as the deadlines pass. A hard copy is
produced about once monthly and is available in the office. For the most recent additions to this
list, refer to this link regularly. *a scholarship that several past SSC students have been awarded
WATCH THE ANNOUNCEMENTS FOR NEW SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES. THEY COME IN
DAILY.
LOCAL SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATIONS are available from the
Counseling office and online at the Counselor’s Corner.
Applications must be turned in to Mrs. Proulx by March 26,
2015 at 3:30pm. This is BEFORE spring break. Late
applications will not be considered for scholarships. You must
sign in with Mrs. Proulx or Mrs. Benchley when you turn the
application in.
Rosa Parks Scholarship
The application for the 2015 Rosa Parks Scholarships ($2,000) is
now available on this web site: rosaparksscholarship.org
Please note that the application form must be downloaded,
completed and mailed (with enclosures) to the address indicated.
This application cannot be filed on-line. The deadline for filing
is March 2, 2015.
Approximately 40 scholarship winners will be announced in midMay. If you have questions or problems, you can email us
at: info@rosaparksscholarship.org
Armed Services
Did you know that each of the armed forces offers a scholarship that will cover all
college expenses? If your ACT score is 23 or above, your GPA is 3.3 or above and
you are physically fit, you could qualify. The armed services work with several of
our local universities to offer this special ROTC program. For more information,
see your counselor or favorite recruiter.
Sunrise Side Tractor Club Scholarship
This is a local scholarship offered to SSC seniors by the Sunrise Side
Tractor Club. Applications are available from Mrs. Proulx in the Counseling
office. Seniors are expected to return the application to this office by
February 26th so that they are ready to be picked up on the 27th.
Sunrise Family Credit Union
Three Sunrise Family Credit Union Scholarships are again available this year.
$1,500, $1,000 and $500 to area high school students. See Mrs. Proulx for an
application. Applicants must be an SFCU member. Deadline is no later than 5:00
pm, Tuesday, March 31, 2015.
Brian McMillen Memorial Scholarship
All FFA Members that plan on enrolling at MSU next fall need to see Mr. Ryan
Stokoszynski for a copy of this scholarship. Do this very soon. There are several
steps to this application that need to be scheduled.
Michigan Retailers Association
Michigan Retailers Association (MRA) expects to award 34 $1,000 scholarships
this year for the 2015-2016 school year. Dependent children of owners or
employees of MRA-member businesses or part-time employees at MRA-member
businesses who are also full-time students qualify for their scholarships.
Scholarships are not based on financial need. Application deadline is April 1,
2015. Apply online at 222.retailers.com (access code is MIRA) or call 1-800-3663699 ext. 313.
Abbott and Fenner Scholarship Program
Abbott & Fenner Business Consultants are pleased to be able to continue with our
scholarship program for the 8th year. We will be awarding up to $1,000 to the winner(s)
each year.
Scholarship Deadline - June 15, 2015.
Application Process
Students will submit an essay on the topic that appears on the scholarship page of our
web site: http://www.abbottandfenner.com/scholarships.htm
Full details are available on our site.
Tolfree Foundation
Medical Staff Scholarships are funded in memory of Dr. George
Schaiberger, Sr; Dr. Lloyd Wiegerink; and Dr. Howard VanOosten. These
scholarships will assist anyone interested in furthering their education in
health care with preference given to High School Seniors and students of
Medical Center employees entering a field of study related to health care.
The Paul A. Poling Memorial Fund Scholarship is offering a minimum of
two $2,500 scholarships. These are designated to further health care
education in the region.
The Foundation is also offering two $500 scholarships in memory of Lucille
Schwarz and a minimum of four scholarships funded by contributions from
employees and fundraising activities.
Applications are due by March 13th. For a scholarship application and
more information see Mrs. Proulx in the counseling office.
Priority may be given to students pursuing a degree within the medical field
and immediate family members of WBRMC, Hospice of Helping Hands,
Inc. Medical Arts Center, and Tolfree Foundation (except Paul A. Poling
Memorial Fund). Applicant primary residence MUST be in the John Tolfree
Health System’s service areas.
Military Women Across the Nation College Scholarship
One $1,500 scholarship will be available to a relative, male or female, of a
military woman. The essay topic is: “Women at War”. Go to
www.milwomen.org to download an application. Applicants must have a
3.2 or better GPA on a 4.0 scale to be eligible. This scholarship is open to
high school seniors and college students. Deadline is March 6, 2015.
Michigan Elks Association
Standish-Sterling students are being offered the opportunity to compete for
two $750 scholarships offered by the Tawas Area Elks Lodge #2525 for
students attending one of these local community colleges: Kirtland
Community, Alpena or Delta. Scholarship winners are then entered at the
next competition level for state and national level scholarships.
Applicants must complete their applications electronically. Application must
be downloaded from their website at
http://www.elks.org/lodges/LodgePages.cfm?LodgeNumber=2525&ID=150
06 Once completed, print out the application and send it by mail with an
official transcript by April 30, 2015. More instructions, address, etc. are on
the application. If you have any questions, see Mrs. Proulx or contact Brad
Saegesser, Scholarship Chairperson for Tawas Area Elks Lodge #2525 at
989-820-7171.
Buick Achievers
Scholarships up to $100,000!!! 50 scholarships of up to $25,000/year. They encourage
the following to apply:
High School seniors and current undergraduates, those who plan to enroll full
time at a four year college or university in 2015-2016 and those who plan to major in a
field of study that focuses on engineering, technology, design or business, with an
interest in the automotive industry.
Application Deadline: February 27, 2015 (5:00 p.m. EST)
Visit their website for more information: www.buickachievers.com
Michigan State University Extension
4-H Scholarships are available. Any senior who has been involved in the
4-H program should look into these opportunities. Go to
www.msue.msu.edu for more information and applications. Melissa
Prohaska is the 4-H Program Coordinator for Arenac County. Email her for
more information at prohask1@anr.msu.edu
4-H Capitol Experience is an annual four-day conference for teens
throughout Michigan who are interested in public policy and government.
This year the conference will be held Sunday, March 22 through
Wednesday, March 25 in Lansing, Michigan. For more information visit the
website at http://4h.msue.msu.edu/4h/4_h_capitol_experience
Covenant Healthcare Scholarships
Six $2,000 scholarships are available to seniors pursuing an undergraduate
degree in the human medical sciences or a field directly related to the
health care industry.
CRITERIA: Plan to pursue an undergraduate academic degree in human
medical sciences or another field in the health care industry. Acceptance
to an accredited college or university for Fall 2015. Minimum GPA of 3.75
on a 4.0 scale.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: March 6, 2015
Four $2,000 scholarships will be awarded to Legal Dependents of
Covenant employees. Applicants must have a 3.5 GPA or above (4.0
scale) and intend, by Fall of 2015, to pursue an undergraduate academic
degree in ANY curriculum at an accredited college or university.
For applications, see Mrs. Proulx or visit Covenant’s website at
covenanthealthcarefoundation.com to download a copy in Word document
form or email Karen Luplow at kluplow@chs-mi.com / 989-583-7603.
GreenStone Farm Credit Services has unveiled a new scholarship
program and will award up to $40,000 to incoming college freshmen pursuing a degree
in an agriculture-related field.
Students attending a four-year college program can earn a $2,000 scholarship, while
$1,000 awards will go to selected students attending a two-year college program.
Scholarship applicants must reside within GreenStone’s territory, which includes
Michigan and select counties in northeastern Wisconsin; must be a full-time high school
graduating senior; have at least a 3.0 grade point average; and plan to study an
agriculture-related field. In addition, applicants should demonstrate participation and
leadership in school, community and agricultural activities. Complete details are
available within the scholarship application found online: bit.ly/2015GSScholarship.
Bay Foundation
Every SSC student should consider applying for the scholarships offered
by Bay Foundation. Go to www.bayfoundation.org and begin the
process right away. Deadline is March 1, 2015.
Delta College Scholarships
Every college has a scholarship program. Half of our students, who attend
college, go to Delta. If you are planning on attending, please go to the Delta
website and click on “Apply for Scholarships”. Students who apply need to have
their transcript submitted by February 10, 2015. If you have any questions, feel
free to call Mary Harding at (989)686-9226.
Fred & Lena Meijer Scholarship
2 - $10,000 scholarships and 100+ - $2,500 college scholarships will be awarded for the 20152016 Academic Year. Eligible Applicants must be full or part-time Meijer Team Members or
children of full or part-time Meijer Team Members with a date of hire prior to 4/2/2014.
Interactive Scholarship Application can be found on the web at
https://meijerscholarship.egrant.net
Artistic Achievement Award
This award is for Artistic Achievement in and out of school. This year it is available to StandishSterling High School Graduates of the class of 2015. Next year it will be expanded to all of
Arenac County. The award is a monetary minimum amount of $100 to a possible $1000.
More than one award will be given.
Criteria:
Must be a resident of the Tri-Bay Counties of Arenac, Bay or Tuscola the entire senior year.
Meet all high school graduation requirements by June 2015.
Have exceeded the graduation mandatory volunteer hours by at least 15 hours. (40 + 15 = 55)
Must have an overall GPA of at least 3.25, with a minimum of 3.0 during the duration of the
senior year.
See Mrs. Proulx for an application or go to the Compassionate Community Services website at
www.compassionateservices.org Applications for the 2014-2015 school year are available
December 1, 2014 until March 31, 2015. The application and all needed materials noted on the
application must be submitted by May 30, 2015. However, final GPA and proof of graduation is
accepted up to 5 days past the last day of the 2014-2015 school year.
AAA Michigan School Safety Patrol
Scholarships of $1,000 will be awarded to four graduating seniors attending a Michigan public,
private or charter high school. Students must show documented proof of AAA Michigan
School Safety Patrol participation in elementary or middle school, good academic standing
and a strong record of involvement in the community and/or extra-curricular activities.
A personal letter of introduction must be included describing community and extra-curricular
activities and what being a Safety Patroller meant to you.
If you feel you qualify, see Mrs. Proulx for an application. Give the application to Mrs. Proulx
when it is completed. Only one per school can be submitted. Deadline for an SSC student’s
application to be considered is April 15, 2015.
***FYI: Safety Patrol was not offered at the Elementary schools when this senior class was
attending. However, we may have transfer students that qualify.
Michigan Oil & Gas Producers Education Foundation
124 West Allegan Street, Suite 1610 ∙ Lansing, Michigan 48933
Phone (517) 487-1092 ∙ www.mogpef.org ∙Fax (517) 487-0961
“Exploring Oil and Natural Gas through Education”
As representatives of the oil and natural gas industry in Michigan, we would like to bring to your attention
a scholarship offered by the Michigan Oil & Gas Producers Education Foundation (MOGPEF).
Qualified applicants must have been accepted for enrollment at a Michigan university or community
college, have a minimum 3.0 GPA (computed on a 4.0 scale), 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. There will be scholarships with a minimum of
$500 to be paid directly to the university or college where the applicant is enrolled.
Please find enclosed an application for the scholarship (also available at www.mogpef.org). We hope you
will forward this opportunity to all students who qualify. Please note deadline of April 2, 2015.
WACE
This scholarship program helps students who are interested in specific colleges that
offer a co-op type of learning experience. Kettering University is one of the sponsors of
this program. We have a former student from 2012 who received this scholarship and is
attending Kettering.
If you are interested in one of these colleges (WACE Partner Institutions), you may want
to apply for this program: Clarkson University, Drexel University, Florida Institute of
Technology, Johnson & Wales University, Kettering University, Lane Community
College, LIU Post, Merrimack College, Miami Dade College, Rochester Institute of
Technology, State University of New York Oswego, University of Cincinnati, University
of Louisville – JB Speed School of Engineering, University of Massachusetts Lowell,
The University of Toledo, Wentworth Institute of Technology
Application Deadline: February 15, 2015
Criteria: Have a cumulative high school GPA of 3.5 or better on a 4.0 scale. Apply and
be accepted for the 2015-2016 academic year at one of the WACE Partner Institutions
listed.
To apply, go to www.waceinc.org
THE AMERICAN LEGION
The American Legion offers several opportunity to High School Students of all ages.
They have over $40,000 in College money to give away!
If you are interested in any of these programs, call 1-517-371-4720 ext. 23 to ask for
applications, email packet@michiganlegion.org or talk to Mrs. Proulx.
A full list of scholarships and information can also be found at
www.michiganlegion.org/scholarships
AVAILABLE PROGRAMS:
Boys State Program:
Date: June 14-20, 2015
Application due date: May 14, 2015
Location: Northwood University, Midland, MI
Participants in this program who are direct descendants of a
wartime era veteran have the opportunity to win a $1,000 scholarship and
up to a $20,000 scholarship from Samsung.
Girls State Program:
This program is also available, but no information was included in the
packet sent to me. Usually the information for this comes a little later.
Check the website if you are interested, or just keep checking this link for
updates.
Michigan State Police Student Trooper Program
Date: July 19-24, 2015
Application deadline: May 29, 2015
www.michiganlegion.org/trooper
Top Student Trooper of the week wins a $1,000 scholarship. 3
other categories win $500 each.
Any student interested in Boys/Girls State and Student Trooper who need financial help
may apply for a $500 scholarship. Check out the website for this opportunity.
If you are having trouble accessing any of this information on the website, feel free to
call Roxanne at (517)371-4720 ext.23 for assistance.
William G. Coyne Memorial Scholarship Program
Like any investment, financing higher education requires planning. To help make the process a
little easier and affordable, we've created the Credit Union ONE William G. Coyne Memorial Scholarship
Program.*
Complete the application, print it and mail it to the designated address on the form. Deadline May 1, 2015.
To be eligible, applicants must meet the following requirements:
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Complete 30 or more hours of documented, qualified community service during Junior/Senior year of high
school ending May 1, 2015**
Be a 2015 graduating high school senior
Be a member of a family that has belonged to Credit Union ONE for a minimum of 6 months (in good
standing)***
Have a cumulative high school grade point average of 3.0 or above
Plan to enroll in, beginning in the fall of 2015, a full-time undergraduate course of study at an accredited
two- or four-year college or university, or accredited trade or vocational school.
Entrants who meet these requirements may be eligible to receive one of the Scholarships, based on the
information provided in their application packets.
Complete the application or call us at (800) 451-4292, Ext 5228 for the Scholarship Line.
America’s Farmers Grow AG Leaders
This is a new scholarship program. Students apply online at FFA.org/scholarships November 15, 2014
– February 1, 2015. Applicants do not have to be FFA members.
Criteria:
Be endorsed by three farmers. Farmers have until February 8, 2015 to endorse applications.
Reside in one of the 1,324 eligible counties. Check website at GrowAgLeaders.com
Be under the age of 23
Have a minimum of a 2.5 gpa on a 4.0 scale
Be pursuing or intend to pursue a degree related to agriculture from a two- or four-year program
and majoring or intending to major in one of 52 areas. See poster on bulletin board or go to website for a
list.
If interested, go to the website for more information and to check if you are eligible. Scholarship
recipients will be announced in spring 2015.
Michigan Education Association
MEA Scholarship Award - $47,700 in the form of 45 scholarships was awarded last year. The
total amount for 2015 has not yet been determined.
Application for this scholarship can be found at www.mea.org/mea-scholarship The application
can be typed into, saved and then printed for signature to be mailed with the required
documentation.
Deadline: Friday, February 27, 2015. They must be received by MEA by this date. Postmark
does not constitute being received. Faxed or emailed applications are not allowed. Send it out
early. Any questions, contact Barb Hitchcock at bhitchcock@mea.org or 517-333-6276.
Eligibility Criteria:
Dependent of MEA member in good standing or MEA-Retired member
Graduate of a Michigan public high school or private high school that has an MEA
bargaining unit.
Will attend or is currently an undergraduate student of a Michigan public
community/junior college, four-year degree-granting institution or vocational training institution
that grants a degree, certification or license. There is a list of private institutions that are also
included.
Children of MEA officers, fund trustees and MEA staff are not eligible.
Selection Criteria:
Priority is given on the basis of academic achievement, extra-curricular activities, school
and community service and lower income households.
Armeling Vocal Scholarship Competition
We are pleased to announce the 2015 Ethel J. Armeling Vocal Scholarship Competition for
Michigan high school juniors and seniors. This is our fifth year of sponsoring a vocal
scholarship competition, which last year was named to honor the long and illustrious career of
Professor Armeling.
We are now accepting applications for the competition concert, the competition’s initial round
scheduled for Saturday, February 28, 2015 at Holt High School Auditorium, located at 5885
West Holt Road, Holt MI 48842. Time schedule to be determined. The top singers from the
initial round will advance to the competition concert (final round) on the evening of Sunday,
March 15, 2015, 6:00 PM, at Cook Recital Hall, 333 West Circle Drive, Michigan State
University, East Lansing, MI.
The Steiner Chorale is thrilled to continue this tradition of supporting talented young people
and provide an opportunity for young singers to get valuable performance experience and
feedback from college level voice faculty. Winners will be awarded the following amounts: first
place $1,000, second place $500, third place $250.
You will find the application, rules and qualifications on The Steiner Chorale’s website at
http://www.steinerchorale.org.
Feel free to contact the chorale with any questions you may have at steinerchorale@gmail.com.