High School Scholarships

The following are a list of scholarship opportunities available to Swartz Creek High School students.  Each of the scholarships has its own requirements and deadlines.  Applications may be picked up in the counseling office in our circular file or on line if available.  You might also check the following web sites for additional scholarship opportunities:

PARENTS: YOU SHOULD BE APPLYING FOR YOUR U.S. DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION PIN #  TO SIMPLIFY FILING OUT THE FAFSA AT WWW.PIN.ED.GOV  (OR CLICK ON THE LINK ABOVE)
It will take one to five business days.  This enables you to access the following websites:

DLENOTE.ED.GOV on line Direct Loan Promissory notes
DLSSONLINE.COM  on line direct loan servicing

We have a booklet entitled FUNDING YOUR EDUCATION available in the counseling office.  It is put out by the Department of Education and will help answer questions about loans, grants, scholarships, and other ways of obtaining monies for college.  If there is any other way we can assist you please don’t hesitate to make an appointment to see your individual counselor or contact us at 591-1866.

  Available Scholarships
Questions?  Please contact Mr. Nolen at 810.591.1868 or dnolen@swcrk.org

College	Requirements	Email or Phone	Fees	Deadline	Type of Scholarship	Application
Western Michigan University	-High school student entering WMU for the first time -Have a cumulative GPA of 3.7 or higher at the end of their junior year -An ACT composite score of 26 or higher OR an SAT math + critical reading score of 1170 or higher		$35.00	December 4, 2009	Academic
Michigan Oil & Gas Producers Education Foundation	-Applicants must have been accepted at a Michigan university or community college -Have a minimum 3.0 GPA -Demonstrate financial need -Must be pursuing a degree in the crude oil and natural gas industry	www.mogpef.org	None	April 1, 2010	Academic & Financial Need
Wayne State University	-Invitation only -Students must be admitted to WSU by January 15, 2010 to be considered for an invitation		$35.00	December 15, 2009	Academic
Oh, the Places You’ll Go! College Scholarship Program	Get Application From Guidance Office		None	February 15, 2010	500 word essay about what the opportunities and challenges one will face in their education
MEA Scholarship	Get Application From Guidance Office		None	February 12, 2010	Short Essay
Principal’s Leadership Award	www.applyists.net Access key is PLA	877.525.8491	$6.00	December 4, 2009
American Legion	www.michiganlegion.org	517.371.4720x11	Unknown	Unknown	Medical Career
American Legion	www.michiganlegion.org	517.371.4720x11	Unknown	Unknown	Memorial Scholarship
American Legion	www.michiganlegion.org	517.371.4720x11	Unknown	Unknown	President Scholarship
American Legion	www.michiganlegion.org	517.371.4720x11	Unknown	Unknown	Community Service
Community Foundation of Greater Flint
KETTERING UNIVERSITY	-GPA 3.00^ -ACT 24^	www.finaid@kettering.edu	None	On Going	Academic
Davenport University Scholarships	Davenport University is offering several scholarships to students interested in pursing degrees in Business, Technology and Health Related Fields.  Students with a grade point average of 2.7 or higher are eligible to apply for these scholarships	http://hs.davenport.edu/ scholarships.jsp	None	Unknown	Academic
MOTT COMMUNITY COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIPS	Over $450,000 in scholarship funding is offered annually to MCC students.  If you are a current student or have been recently accepted to MCC you are eligible to apply to these scholarships.  Your MCC ID number is required. Student or his/her parent must be employed at a business that is a member of MRA.  (To determine membership, contact employer or call 1-800-366-3699)	https://mcc.starsscholarships online.com/stars/	None	Unknown
Michigan Retailers Association	The Michigan Retailers Association (MRA) is awarding at least 30 scholarships of $1,000 to graduating seniors.  These awards are for one year and are not based on financial need.  Applicants may apply each year they are eligible	www.retailers.com Access Code:  MIRA	None	Unknown
BigSun Scholarship	The BigSun Organization is proud to be able to continue to help young athletes succeed in their academic pursuits. We are offering an annual scholarship to a deserving student. All student athletes are eligible for this award, regardless of which sport they are participating in.	http://www.bigsunathletics.com	None	June 24, 2010	Athletic & Academic
FLINT KIWANIS EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION	-A grade point average of at least 3.5 on a 4.0 scale -Demonstrated financial need as determined by the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid). This form must be filed with the government no later than February 15, 2010 -Acceptance and/or enrolled in a MICHIGAN college or university -Maintaining at least a 2.5 grade point average to renew each year	For additional packets visit www.geneseeisd.org , Inside GISD >Departments & Programs> Career Technical Education>Scholarship Program (link on right-hand side)	None	April 1, 2010
Eastern Michigan University	Our 25th annual Presidential Scholarship Competition (PSC) will be on Saturday December 5 and Saturday December 12, 2009. This is our most lucrative scholarship event. It is open to high school seniors who have been admitted to Eastern Michigan with strong grades and strong test scores. This is their opportunity to compete for one of 16 four-year, full-ride Presidential Scholarships or one of 29 four-year, full-tuition Regents Gold scholarships. Each student who meets the qualifications and participates is guaranteed at least a Regents Scholarship (valued at $12,000 over four years). The PSC consists of an essay question and an interview, and students may choose whichever competition date is more convenient for them.	http://www.emich.edu/admissions/ undergrad/first_year/psc.php		Unknown
Daughters of the American Revolution	Seniors who have demonstrated, in an outstanding way, qualities of a good citizen.		None	November 18, 2009
AAA	Seniors who have demonstrated, in an outstanding way, qualities of a good citizen.		None	April 16, 2010
NALS of Michigan			None	January 2, 2010
KFC Colonel’s Scholars	GPA of 2.75 or Higher	www.kfcscholars.org	None	Application available from December 1, 2009 through February 10, 2010	Academic
RARE Everyday Heroes	Click here for information!	www.rarefoundation.org	None	December 1, 2009	Making a difference for others