CCAC Monthly Scholarship Listing
December 2024
Local Scholarship Opportunity
Myer & Lois Franklin Scholarship
OPENS December 1, 2024
CLOSES February 12, 2024 OR when 200 applications are submitted
Description:
Myer and Lois Franklin, life long residents of Jackson, Michigan, were highly appreciative of the success they enjoyed as a result of the opportunities afforded them in the Jackson community. In order to give back to others, they chose to leave a legacy of education. As strong believers in the power of education, the Myer and Lois Franklin Charitable Trust was established to be utilized as a vehicle for providing scholarships to residents of Jackson County.
The ability to give back to the community and the right to an education for all was of extreme importance to the Franklins. They created the trust to provide scholarships embracing all members of the Jackson community no matter what their background in an effort to promote acceptance and access to education to those seeking same.
All scholarship recipients are expected to be a role model for the Jackson community and to demonstrate the qualities and perform the activities which enabled them to be selected as an outstanding scholarship recipient.
Eligibility:
Resident of Jackson County, Michigan
Those enrolled in the Jackson County Early College may apply in their 13th year of after
Previous recipients are encouraged to reapply, however renewal is not guaranteed
Award: $1,000 - $5,000
Dell Scholars Program
Description:
The Dell program includes a support network made up of students, peer mentors, and the Dell Scholars staff to help scholars succeed. Dell created a financial award that is very flexible, so scholars can use their award money for the many costs that arise during their college career. We offer an online community to meet scholars where they are and connect them with fellow scholars. We are constantly evolving our program to serve our scholars through to college graduation.
Today, the Dell Scholars program offers personalized, multifaceted support to our scholars that extends beyond the financial support of $20,000, a laptop, and textbook credits. We offer students and their families services and solutions to address individual and systemic issues that can create major barriers to student success.
Eligibility:
U.S. citizenship
Participating in a Dell Scholars approved college readiness program in grades 11 and 12
Graduating from an accredited high school this academic year
Earning a minimum of a 2.4 GPA
Eligible to receive a Federal Pell Grant in first year of college
Planning to enroll full-time in a bachelor’s degree program at an accredited higher education institution in the fall directly after your graduation from high school
Award: $20,000
Deadline: December 1, 2024The Barbara Lotze Scholarship for Future Physics Teachers
Description:
The AAPT Board of Directors offers scholarships for future high school physics teachers. These scholarships, supported by an endowment funded by Barbara Lotze, are available only to U.S. citizens attending U.S. schools.
Undergraduate students enrolled, or planning to enroll, in physics teacher preparation curricula and high school seniors entering such programs are eligible. Successful applicants receive a stipend of up to $3,000 and a complimentary AAPT Student Membership for one year. The scholarship may be granted to an individual for each of four years.
Eligibility:
Students who meet the following criteria are eligible to apply for the Barbara Lotze Scholarship for Future Teachers. Applicants must declare their intent to prepare for, and engage in, a career in physics teaching at the high school level and must, at the time the scholarship funds are received by the student, be:
- an undergraduate student enrolled in an accredited two-year college, four-year college or a university; or a high school senior accepted for such enrollment.
- pursuing, or planning to pursue, a course of study leading toward a career in physics teaching in the high schools.
- showing promise of success in their studies, and
- a citizen of the United States of America.
Deadline: December 1, 2024
Lamber-Goodnow Injury Law Team Education Scholarships
Description:
Each year, the Lamber-Goodnow Injury Law Team awards two scholarships to innovative and highly creative high school and college students. We seek essay submissions from students who are creative thinkers and problem solvers. Whether you are a star in your local community, an aspiring leader, a tech whiz, an engineer or a creative writer, we want to hear from you.
Creative thought, motivation and execution are important to us. Innovation is just as important in the legal process as it is in the rest of life. To make progress and improve upon our circumstances and surroundings, we must be willing to take risks that can influence and drive positive change. We want to support students who buck the trend, think outside of the box and deliver on this concept in everyday life and in school.
Eligibility:
- Enrolled at an accredited high school, college or university. Please note that all types of colleges, including four-year, community colleges and “junior colleges” qualify for eligibility.
- Must have a minimum GPA of 2.8.
- Essay submission must be received by December 1, each year.
Deadline: December 1, 2024
Hawkins Spizman Car Accident Survivor Scholarship
Description:
Every year, more than 2 million people visit the emergency room due to injuries caused by motor vehicle accidents. Crashes can have a sudden and sometimes irreversible impact on victims’ lives. They may lose the ability to work, go to school and live life in general like they did before their wreck. Perhaps the worst fact is that most of these accidents could be prevented. One of the most common causes of car accidents is distracted driving, often due to cell phone use. Drunk driving, reckless driving and other actions taken by drivers cause some of the worst preventable accidents on the roads today.
If you have been seriously injured in a car accident, you personally know the devastating effects it can have. You may have had to change your entire lifestyle to adapt to the new challenges you face. Yet, you are a survivor, and refuse to give up. For that reason, we are proud to help you achieve your goal of going to college by easing the financial burden of secondary education with our Car Accident Survivor Scholarship.
Eligibility:
You must be currently enrolled or have been accepted into an accredited college or university by the Spring semester.
You must have a minimum 2.8 GPA
You must submit a transcript, along with a completed application and an essay based on one of the topics below.
Award: $1,000
Deadline: December 1, 2024
Hagan Scholarship Foundation
Description:
The Hagan Scholarship is a nationwide need-based merit scholarship, designed to provide recipients with the opportunity to graduate college debt-free. Applicants must attend a traditional public high school governed by a school district. Free workshops, Free Schwab Brokerage Accounts and Free Study Abroad provide recipients with a practical understanding of important life skills not typically covered in the school curriculum. Recipients graduating college while in the Hagan Scholarship Program can apply for a Hagan Graduate Scholarship good for up to four additional consecutive semesters to attend graduate school.
Eligibility:
Must be a citizen of the United States
Must attend a traditional public high school located in the U.S. that is governed by a school district
Must have 3.5 GPA or higher
Must enroll at an eligible four-year college or university following high school graduation
Must maintain a four year or less graduation schedule at college
Must work 240 hours from January 1, 2024 until commencement of the fall semester in college. Work must be regularly scheduled employment performed under supervision for compensation.
Applicants Gross Household Income reported for 2022 Federal Income Tax Purposes must not have exceeded $85,000
Must provide FAFSA SAR showing the EFC
Must apply for Federal and State grants if eligible
Must not have a felony conviction
Deadline: December 1, 2024
Science Ambassador Scholarship
Description:
- To apply, film a three–minute educational video of yourself explaining a STEM topic you're passionate about. To apply, you must be a high school senior or an undergraduate college student. Your video should be:
- A mini–lecture, not a personal statement. Pretend you're a lecturer speaking to a class. Teach us something.
Clear, creative, accurate, and a demonstration of your passion for the subject. We value novel, memorable approaches to topics. Your video doesn't need to be fancy or high–tech. Production value is not a factor.
Three minutes or less in length. Videos longer than this will not be considered. No exceptions!
About any STEM topic, not necessarily your field of study. Pick a topic that excites and fascinates you. We don't need to hear about the latest thing in science news (unless that's your jam).
Scientifically accurate. We encourage you to cite the sources used to research your topic. Ideally, this would be in a slide or frame at the end of your video. You can use any citation format you'd like.
Uploaded to YouTube and marked ‘public.’ No exceptions!
Deadline: December 16, 2024
Award: $20,000
Foreclosure.com Scholarship Program
Requirements:
Minimum 800 words
Maximum 2,000
Essay Topic:
The real estate market slowdown and its effect on foreclosures
There is much speculation on how the current foreclosure market will evolve due to a variety of factors such as:
Rising inflation costs.
Rising mortgage rates and higher monthly mortgage payments.
The expiration of COVID related forbearance and mortgage protection programs.
Discuss how these factors will change the foreclosure market in the coming year.
Many are predicting more foreclosure homes will come on the market due to these factors, but there is some debate on how fast these properties may become available. Will rising inflation rates along with higher monthly mortgage payments see this happen gradually as the year progresses? Or will the expiration of the COVID protection programs be funneling a larger number of properties into the foreclosure market more quickly?
Award: Up to $4,000
Deadline: December 15, 2024
Burger King Scholarship
Description:
The BURGER KING McLAMORE℠ Foundation is a U.S. based 501(c)(3) public nonprofit that believes without education you limit your potential to be your own way. It is our mission to create brighter futures by empowering individuals and feeding potential through education and emergency relief.
Eligibility:
Be living in the United States, Canada or Puerto Rico
Be graduating high school seniors (U.S. and Puerto Rico), graduating from grade 12 (Canada) or graduating from home school education in the U.S., Puerto Rico or Canada
Have a cumulative high school grade point average of 2.5 or higher on a 4.0 scale, or the equivalent
Plan to enroll full-time, without interruption, for the entire 2022-23 academic year at an accredited two- or four-year college, university or vocational-technical school in the U.S., Canada or Puerto Rico
Award: $1,000 - $60,000
Deadline: December 16, 2024
Equitable Excellence Scholarship
Description:
Equitable Foundation has established the Equitable Excellence℠ Scholarship Program to assist high school seniors who are planning to continue their education at a two- or four-year college in the United States by Fall 2025.
This program is administered by Scholarship America®, the nation’s largest designer and manager of scholarship and other education support programs for corporations, foundations, associations, and individuals. Eligibility for individual programs is determined at the sole discretion of the sponsor and eligible applications are reviewed by Scholarship America’s evaluation team. In compliance with Federal law, this program will not discriminate in the terms, conditions or privileges of participation on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability or sexual orientation.
Eligibility:- We’re committed to students who show potential. Those with the courage to pursue what’s possible; display strength in managing challenges; share wisdom with others. The Equitable Excellence Award is our promise to those individuals dedicated to achieving their dreams.
- Be current high school seniors who plan to enroll full-time in an accredited two- or four-year college or university in the United States for the entire upcoming academic year.
Be a United States citizen or legal resident living or claiming residency in one of the 50 U.S. states, District of Columbia or Puerto Rico.
Be willing to provide a release to publicize their identities and information about their achievements along with photographs for use in Program promotion/information.
Deadline: December 18, 2024 by 3 PM CT
The Top Ten List Scholarship
Description:
There are many scholarships and colleges that want to know the number one thing you want people to know about you. Just one? That’s it? “But, I’m amazing,” you say. We hear you, and we know that it’s tough to narrow down your awesomeness into one measly reason.
So, inspired by David Letterman and his top ten lists, we created the Top Ten List Scholarship. With so many awards based on grades and extracurricular activities, this unique scholarship gives you the chance to show us what’s truly special and different about you. Get creative, be serious, or tug at our heart strings. Whatever you do, you only have ten reasons to convince us, so make each one count.
Eligibility:
Must be at least 14 years of age.
Must be a legal United States resident.
Must be a resident of one of the 50 United States or the District of Columbia.
Deadline: December 31, 2024
NRA Civil Rights Defense Fund Youth Essay Contest
Description:
The NRA Civil Rights Defense Fund sponsors a scholarly writing contest for grades K-12. The theme for the essay is "What does the Second Amendment mean to you?" Essays will be judged in two categories: Senior (grades 9-12) and junior (grades 8 and below).
Eligibility:
The contest is open to all students enrolled, or who will be enrolled, in an elementary, junior high, or high school during that academic year, including homeschooled students in an equivalent grade level, who have not previously received a prize in their category. For example, a previous winner in the junior category, who is now eligible for the senior category, may submit an entry.
Award: $100-$1,000
Deadline: December 31, 2024
Path to Pro Scholarship Program
Description:
The Home Depot Foundation works to improve the homes and lives of U.S. veterans, train skilled tradespeople to fill the labor gap and support communities impacted by natural disasters. The Foundation has pledged to invest $50 million in training the next generation of skilled tradespeople and bridging the opportunity gap through its Path to Pro program. We want to help create the next generation of skilled trade leaders by providing scholarships to further your education.
Eligibility:
- Be a high school senior, high school graduate or have a GED equivalent.
- Plan to enroll, or be enrolled, in an approved trade-related program at an accredited two-year school (technical/vocational school or college) in the United States.
- Not be an employee or dependent of an employee of the The Home Depot. Employees of The Home Depot and their dependents are eligible to apply for a scholarship from The Homer Fund.
- Focused on Carpentry, Electrical, HVAC, Plumbing, or Construction Management
Award: $2,500
Deadline: December 31, 2024
Funded By:
13 Connected Community School Career Preparatory Funds • Alro Steel • The A.P. Cook Foundation • Baker College • The Bill and Vi Sigmund Foundation • Dream Maker Fund • The Grace Family Charitable Endowment Fund • The Hurst Foundation • Jackson College • Jackson Community Foundation • Jackson County ISD • John George Student Loan • The Lavery Foundation • Marshall Plan for Talent • Michigan College Access Network • Michigan Small Business Restart Program • Phil and Pat Willis Foundation • Robinson Family Endowment Fund • Spring Arbor University
Mission: Navigating ALL Jackson County residents to productive careers through the pursuit of appropriate post-secondary education and career training.
Vision: By 2030, 60% of all Jackson County residents will have a valuable post-secondary credential.