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The O'Brien-Vrba Scholarship Trust is intended to assist rural Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Wisconsin, and Michigan high school graduates who plan to continue their education in college. Applicants must currently live or have resided in an approved rural county during high school. Applicants must be an undergraduate student or graduate-level student, who plans to enroll in a course of study at an accredited four-year college or university for the entire upcoming academic year. Applicants must be actively involved in school activities and community service and have a family Adjusted Gross Income of $150,000 or less. Applicants of the Catholic Faith, those who attend Catholic institution, and/or who participate in activities through the Newman Center at their college are given additional consideration. Two online letters of recommendation must be submitted; one from a teacher, advisor or clergy writing about the applicant's performance and character; and one from a community service supervisor addressing the applicant's service and leadership in the activity. If you will be changing schools, please provide a copy of your acceptance letter to the school you will be attending. Please visit the scholarship's website for more information.

Kinetix understands that the demand for skilled professionals in Information Technology (IT) and Computer Sciences in Michigan has never been higher. However, pursuing a degree in IT often comes with financial challenges that can hinder the dreams of many aspiring students. Kinetix's "The Future of IT" Scholarship Program aims to assist the next generation of IT and Computer Science professionals. Applicants must be enrolled in an information technology or computer science program. The application process for the scholarship is simple. Take a photo of yourself (or selfie), include the hashtags #kinetixITscholarships and #FutureIT, then post it to one of your social media outlets: Facebook, Instagram, or X (Twitter). Please note, that your social media post, not profile, must be set to public. Insert your post link in the "Social Media Link Share" area in the application, then check the photo waiver box. We would be honored if you liked or followed us on the platform you submitted your photo. Applicants must also provide a copy of their student ID or proof of attendance, only if they are selected as an awardee. Please visit the scholarship's website for more information.

The Michigan Tuition Grant is available to students who plan to attend or are attending a degree-granting, non-profit independent college. Students must enroll at least half-time. They must possess a high school diploma or its recognized equivalent. Applicants must also be a Michigan resident since July 1 of the previous calendar year. For dependent students, their parents must also be a Michigan resident since July 1 of the previous calendar year. Applicants must not be incarcerated. They cannot be enrolled in a course of study leading to a degree in theology, divinity, or religious education. Applicants must also not be in default on a Federal student loan. Please visit the scholarship's website for more information.

Shelving.com understands the importance of preparing America's youth for the future, and they recognize the importance of higher education in ensuring that students receive the education and skills they deserve when entering the workforce. The Shelving.com Business Scholarship is available to students pursuing and/or currently enrolled in a business-related field of study. Applicants must be Michigan residents who are either currently attending an accredited college or university, or are high...

The Children of Veterans Tuition Grant provides undergraduate tuition assistance to students who are the natural or adopted child of a Michigan veteran. The veteran must have died or became totally and permanently disabled as a result of military service. The Veteran must have been a legal resident of Michigan immediately before entering military service and did not later reside outside of Michigan for more than two years; or the veteran must have established legal residency in Michigan after entering military service. Please visit the award's website or contact the Michigan Department of Treasury - Student Financial Services Bureau for more information.

The American Legion Department of Michigan High School Oratorical Scholarship Program is for students who look for an academic challenge and an opportunity to gain scholarship funds. Students learn about our country's Constitution in a contest that has been held by The American Legion for more than 80 years. The purpose of the oratorical contest is to provide high school students with a deeper knowledge and understanding of the Constitution of the United States. Other objectives of the contest include the development of leadership qualities, improving speaking skills, and acceptance of the responsibilities as well as the privileges of American citizenship. Contestants will compete for scholarship money ranging from $1,000 to $2,000 at the department (state) contest. The department winner will advance to compete for scholarship money ranging from $20,000 to $25,000 in the National contest. Contestants shall be citizens of or lawful permanent residents of the United States. Contestants must be enrolled in an accredited high school (public, parochial, military, private) or an accredited homeschooled program. They must be in grades 9th, 10th, 11th, or 12th. Assigned topics for the 2026 Oratorical Contest are Amendment IV, Article III - Section 3, Article IV - Section 4, and Article VI - Clause 3 of the Constitution. Please visit the scholarship's website or contact the American Legion Department of Michigan for more information.

The East Coast Amateur Radio Service (ECARS) Scholarship will be awarded to those with active Technician Class or higher. Applicants must reside in the general coverage areas of ECARS including ARRL Atlantic, Great Lakes, Hudson, New England, and Roanoke Divisions. Applicants must be pursuing their studies at a two-year trade school or 4-year undergraduate institution. Applicants should generally be between the ages of 17 and 25 at the time of the award, but older applicants retraining in a changing job market will be considered. Applicants must submit transcripts which must cover the applicant's entire high school career to date and, if in college, must include all semesters for which grades have been awarded. Please visit the scholarship's website or contact the ARRL Foundation Inc. for more information.

The Guy M. Wilson Scholarship is available only to high school seniors who plan to attend accredited college, university, or trade school in the Fall of 2026. Applicants must be a direct descendant (child, step-child, grandchild or great-grandchild) of an honorably discharged veteran or active duty service member. Applicants must provide a copy of their parent's, grandparent's, or great grandparent's discharge papers (DD-214 or equivalent) showing entry and discharge dates from honorable active military service. Eligible service dates are December 7, 1941 to present date. Applicants must black out any social security number on the discharge papers. For descendants of active duty military servicemembers, a copy of the servicemembers current military identification card is required. Applicants are also required to provide a copy of their parent's most recently filed Federal Tax Form 1040 (both sides of the form are needed showing adjusted gross income and signature). If the applicant filed a Federal Tax Form 1040 and is 100 percent independent from parent's income, the applicant needs to provide a copy of their own Federal Tax Form 1040. Students may apply for one or both of the available scholarships, however, only one scholarship will be awarded per applicant. Please visit the scholarship's website or contact the American Legion Department of Michigan for more information.

The William D. and Jewell Brewer Scholarship is available to high school seniors or college students (with no bachelor's degree) planning to or are attending any nationally accredited college, university, or trade school in the Fall of 2026. Applicants must be a direct descendant (child, step-child, grandchild or great-grandchild) of an honorably discharged veteran or active duty service member. Applicants must provide a copy of their parent's, grandparent's, or great grandparent's discharge papers (DD-214 or equivalent) showing entry and discharge dates from honorable active military service. Eligible service dates are December 7, 1941 to present date. Applicants must black out any social security number on the discharge papers. For descendants of active duty military servicemembers, a copy of the servicemembers current military identification card is required. Applicants are also required to provide a copy of their parent's most recently filed Federal Tax Form 1040 (both sides of the form are needed showing adjusted gross income and signature). If the applicant filed a Federal Tax Form 1040 and is 100 percent independent from parent's income, the applicant needs to provide a copy of their own Federal Tax Form 1040. Students may apply for one or both of the available scholarships, however, only one scholarship will be awarded per applicant. Please visit the scholarship's website or contact the American Legion Department of Michigan for more information.