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Scholarship Opportunities: NCC
- Dr. John Walsh Memorial Scholarship: APPLY NOW
- Kelly Marino Memorial Scholarship: APPLY NOW
- Julie M. (Smith) Baranyai Life Memorial Scholarship: APPLY NOW
Note: Each of the above listed scholarship opportunities is managed by the family supporting the scholarship opportunity.
All applications are due by 11:00pm on March 19, 2021. -
John R. & Rose E. Watson Foundation
The John W. and Rose E. Watson Foundation began in 1953. The Watsons valued Catholic education and the importance of a college degree. The scholarship grants were designed to assist diocesan Catholic high school graduates with their college education.
- In 1954, the first scholarships were awarded for $250.
- Through 2014, more than 2,550 students have received financial assistance.
- Annually, the Foundation awards more than $300,000 in scholarship grants.
- As of 2015, the scholarship grant was $3,000.
- Watson Scholarship alumni are encouraged to stay connected to the Foundation through this website and the Watson newsletter.
If you would like to learn more about the history of the John R. & Rose E. Watson Scholarship fund, please visit the website for a short video!
Due Date: March 29, 2021.Saginaw Northwest Kiwanis Community Service Scholarship
This is an annual scholarship opportunity from our Kiwanis Club, valued at $500.
Due Date: March 31, 2021
This $2000 scholarship is awarded over 4 years to a graduating high school senior in the Mid-Michigan tri-city area or neighboring county who plans to study at an ABET accredited chemical engineering program. If the senior is not enrolling in a traditional 4-year institution with an accredited chemical engineering program, please explain in the application how the alternative program has been designed to result in a chemical engineering degree from an accredited program.
American Institute of Chemical Engineers
Due Date: February 15 and March 26, 2021Saginaw County Medical Society Essay Contest
Open to high school juniors and seniors WHO LIVE AND ATTEND SCHOOL in Saginaw County. The following documents must be submitted in Word or PDF format to jmcramer@sbcglobal.net.
- Essay - approximately 500 words in length (please include your name, contact information and date in the upper right hand corner of all pages)
- Application
- Resume
Essay Topic:
“WHY I WANT TO BECOME A PHYSICIAN IN SAGINAW COUNTY”
Prizes:- First Place - $1,000
- Second Place - $600
- Third Place - $400
- Fourth-Tenth Place - $100
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Jolt Credit Union - Msgr. Forbes Scholarship
The Jolt Credit Union Monsignor Forbes Scholarship application is now open! You can visit the website for additional information: https://www.joltcu.com/
scholarship-program. The college scholarship is available to members of the credit union who are planning to attend or are currently attending a college, university, community college, or a trade or technical school. The award is based on the student’s personal achievements, scholastic accomplishment, financial need, community service and grade point average.
The due date for submission is March 6, 2021. -
Rosa Parks Scholarship Foundation
The Rosa Parks Scholarship Foundation offers a $2,000, non-renewable scholarship to Michigan high school graduating seniors. Winners are selected on the basis of scholarship, leadership, financial need and dedication to the civil rights principles of Rosa L. Parks, whose historic stand against racial prejudice in 1955 brought her national recognition. The Foundation was established in 1980 to provide equal-opportunity scholarships to Michigan high school seniors.
APPLICANTS MUST:
1. Graduate by spring 2021 with plans to enroll full-time in a higher education program in the fall of 2021.*
2. Have a GPA of 2.5 or above.
3. Complete the application form, including a short, 200-300 word essay.**
4. Describe financial need.
5. Document honors and community service.
6. Provide official copies of high school transcript.
7. Provide two letters of recommendation. (At least one should come from a school representative. Also suggested are a member of the clergy or a community or civic representative.)
**The essay topic is: “Segregation was the defining social issue when Rosa Parks took her historic stand. Describe a social issue that you think should be addressed today. How will YOU use the principles of Rosa Parks to address it?” -
Delta Sigma Theta Scholarship
The Saginaw Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated is pleased to continue to provide Saginaw County area high school students the opportunity to apply for an academic scholarship award. Last year, we awarded $4,750.00 in scholarships and are hopeful to do the same this year.
Each applicant must submit the following:
- Two letters of recommendations
- An official high school transcript
- A one-page essay of reason for attending college, including career objectives
- A completed application. PLEASE Print.
- Contact information with permission question answered
Applications will be evaluated based on:
- Grade point average (3.0 minimum G.P.A.)
- Financial need
- Signed letters of recommendation
- Extra-curricular/leadership activities
- Essay, which explains reason(s) for attending college
A complete packet must be postmarked by March 1, 2021.
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Michigan Retailer's Association Scholarship
The Michigan Retailers Association has launched a scholarship competition. They will be awarding 26 scholarships ranging from $1,000 to $1,500. The awards are NOT based on financial need.
To be eligible, the student or parent must be employed at a business that is a member of the MRA. To find out if a business is a member of the MRA, check with your employer or contact Rachel Schrauben at 800-366-3699 x 346.
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Cancer Unwrapped
Learning about a cancer diagnosis – your own or that of a loved one – can cause a storm of emotions, and everyone experiences it differently. We want to know what this experience was like for you.
Did you feel angry, sad, lonely, or maybe something you didn’t expect? What happened in your life, and did it change you or your perspectives?
We invite you to submit a short essay about your experience with cancer for the opportunity to win cash prizes. Since the contest began in 2006, we have received more than 5,000 submissions and handed out over $175,000 in prize money to teens.
Over the years we have received stories of triumph and stories of great loss, stories written in times of turbulence, and stories written in times of quiet reflection. Each one has been honest, heartfelt, and unique.
The deadline is March 14, 2021. -
Covenant Healthcare Scholarships
Covenant HealthCare Foundation announces its 2021 High School Senior Scholarship Program. Awards, this year, include six $2,000 scholarships available to seniors pursuing an undergraduate degree in the human medical sciences or a field directly related to the health care industry. Graduating seniors who are currently attending a Saginaw, Bay, Midland, Arenac, Huron, Sanilac, Tuscola, or Gratiot County High School are eligible to apply.
Required 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 2021
- Minimum GPA of 3.75 on a 4.0 (non-weighted) scale
If you have any questions, they can be directed to me at Covenant HealthCare Foundation at 989-583-7603 or jhoman@chs-mi.com.
Application deadline is February 26, 2021
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Zonta Young Women in Public Affairs Award Scholarship
The Zonta Club of Saginaw is pleased to announce the 2021 Young Women in Public Affairs Award. Since the inception of the program in 1990, Zonta has awarded 971 awards totaling US$1,109,250 to 819 young women representing 58 countries. The purpose of the award is to encourage more young women to participate in public affairs by recognizing the candidate's commitment to the volunteer sector, evidence of volunteer leadership achievements and a dedication to empowering women worldwide through service and advocacy. The age requirement is 16 - 19 years old. Our club is focusing on current year seniors. The Zonta Club of Saginaw Foundation will provide one award for $1,000. The awardee will then be eligible for a $1,500 District Award. District recipients will then be eligible for an International Award of $5,000.
Deadline is March 1, 2021
Additional Scholarship & Financial Aid Resources:
- CollegeBoard- Turn your efforts into scholarships
- Mega List of Scholarships
- Catholic Community Foundation
- FAFSA
- FastWeb
- Good Call
- Scholarship America
- U.S. Department of State
- College Board-Big Future
- Smart Scholar
- Paying for College - Michigan
- Will We Qualify for Financial Aid?
- Scholarships & Grants for High School Students
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Archived Scholarship Opportunities
The following scholarship opportunity deadlines have past. Please check back for updated application materials from year-to-year.
OHM Advisors: $1000 scholarship for women or minorities pursuing a career in the STEM field. Please visit the following link for additional information.
Catholic Community Foundation of Mid-Michigan
- Due January 18, 2021
- Due November 30, 2020
ELKS Legacy Awards: Available to children or grandchildren of dues-paying Elk members.
- Due February 5, 2021
Saginaw Community Foundation
Founded in 1984, the Saginaw Community Foundation works to improve the quality of life in Saginaw County by linking donor interests with the community’s most pressing needs and promising opportunities.
Education is vital to the growth and future of every community. Because of this, the Saginaw Community Foundation administers a variety of scholarship programs for high school, community college, university and vocational students. Each year on November 1, our single, online scholarship application goes live with completed applications due submitted online by February 15 the following year. Since awarding our first $500 scholarship in 1987, the Saginaw Community Foundation has awarded more than $7.2 million in scholarships.
Due Date: February 15, 2021