Student Services

Scholarships

There are many ways to help pay for college, and scholarships can be a great opportunity as they are awards that don’t need to be paid back. The world of scholarships can be confusing however, as there are many organizations that award scholarships. MCC students, or those considering MCC, should, be aware of the avenues described below.

MCC Student Services Scholarships (see below)
Download our Scholarship Guide
Financial Aid Departments Scholarships , including Performance Based Scholarships
Community Foundation for Muskegon County
Muskegon Opportunity
State of Michigan Office of Scholarships and Grants


Muskegon Community College Student Services Scholarships

Muskegon Community College Faculty Association Scholarships (MCCFA) - The Nielsen Scholarship ($200 MCC Bookstore voucher), The Recognition Scholarship (onetime gift of $600), and The Memorial Scholarship (onetime gift of $600). 

Nielsen Scholarship - Click on for application.

The Nielsen Scholarship is an award available to all Muskegon Community College (MCC) students meeting the following criteria:

  1. Successfully complete 12 credit hours at MCC with a minimum 2.0 GPA.
  2. Register to take at least three credits at MCC the next winter semester.
  3. Turn in a completed application form (available from MCC faculty member).
  4. MCC faculty member's signature on the application form.

Nielsen Scholarship applications are due by the first Friday in November and awarded December 1st every year.  The scholarship consists of a $200 MCC Bookstore voucher and is based on the student's responses on the application form.  The MCCFA scholarship review committee oversees the distribution of the Nielsen Scholarship.

Memorial Scholarship -  Click on for application

The Memorial Scholarship is awarded to a student leaving Muskegon Community College after two years of study (36 credit hours from MCC must have been earned at the time of application).  A completed degree (ASA, AAS, etc.) is not required.  The applicant must supply evidence of acceptance at a four-year institution.  A 3.25 cumulative GPA is required at the time of application.  A one-time gift of $600 will be awarded to the student.  The applicant must be recommended by two faculty members.  Deadline is the second Friday in March.

Recognition Scholarship - Click on for application

This scholarship is awarded to either a full-time or part-time Muskegon Community College student who has demonstrated financial need in order to complete his or her program or degree at MCC.  A 3.25 cumulative GPA (based on a minimum of 12 completed MCC credit hours) is required at the time of application.  A one-time gift of $600 will be awarded to the student.  The applicant must be recommended by two faculty members.  Deadline is the second Friday in March.

Muskegon Scholars Program (Up to $4200 per student):  For students entering a STEM area major (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics).  Application.  The Muskegon Scholars program guidelines can be found here.  Muskegon Scholars is an NSF-funded scholarship grant that is for MCC students with a demonstrated financial need that intend to work in a STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) area.  Our scholarship is for students that will transfer on and earn a 4-year degree.  Students must take a certain number of math and science courses at MCC.  For more information please go to our website muskegonscholars.org . Students should contact Toby Moleski for more information.

  

VFW Post 5855 Scholarship - The scholarship committee is now accepting applications for the fall semester.  Their goal is to provide Veterans with assistance in funding their higher education.  If you are a Veteran attending a University, College or Trade School, you may be eligible for the scholarship.  See eligibility information on the application instructions.  The scholarships will be awarded twice a year for the amount of $500 each.  The deadlines are: Fall - July 15, Spring - October 15.  These scholarships will be a one-time per person and the monies will be sent to the school's Financial Aid Department.  Scholarships will be awarded in September and January.  Click on the link above for the application or visit www.vfw5855.org/scholarship

   

  

MassMutual Scholars - A national program for high achieving African American, Asian/Pacific Islander and Hispanic scholars interested in careers in the insurance and financial services industry.  Eligibility, open to students of African American, Asian/Pacific Islander or Hispanic descent, must show proof of U.S. citizenship or legal permanent residency, have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0, plan to attend a degree-seeking program, full time, will be entering sophomore, junior, senior or 5th year senior year at an accredited college or university.  Must apply for FAFSA.  Application deadline: May 4, 2012.  For all details and the application visit www.act.org/massmutual

 

ATHENA Scholarship - Applicants must be female and will have completed at least one year of post secondary education by May 2012.  They must be 30 years or older and provide a current year application, references and transcripts.  They must be enrolled for the fall semester of 2012 at a Western Michigan area accredited 4 year, 2 year, or technical or vocational program, which should demonstrate a commitment to a professional, business or entrepreneurial career and have limited financial resources.  Please click on the link above for the application.  Applications are due no later than May 16, 2012.

 

Junior Achievement of the Michigan Great Lakes, Inc. High School Scholarship Application - Students must participate in a JA Program during their K - 12 school career or have taught one or more JA programs, have a 2.75 or above GPA, complete the Student Application and return to the Junior Achievement office by Friday, May 4, 2012 and make certain all parts of the application have been completed.  Scholarships range between $250 and $3,000.  Please click on the link above for the application.

 

 

Michigan Community College Academic Achievement Awards - These scholarships are for those students who have earned an associate's degree with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 for a community college located in a Michigan county that has no public residential four-year university campus.  The scholarship is applicable only to Off Campus or Online Programs, and the scholarship is renewable for up to four continuous years.  For more information on the scholarship criteria and an application please visit:  http://www.cel.cmich.edu/financial-aid/scholarships.aspx.  Deadline is June 1, 2012.

 

The North American Die Casting Association (NADCA) is committed to promoting industry awareness, domestic growth in the global marketplace as well as research and education.  Currently companies in our area are seeking engineering students for internships.  Resumes can be sent to intern@diecasting.org.  Through the David Laine Fund, yearly undergraduate scholarships are offered to students.  To apply, students must have interned with a die casting company or supplier company to the industry.  Details and the application can be found at http://www.diecasting.org/scholarship.  Criteria: Must be a U.S., Canadian, or Mexican Citizen; must have worked in the die casting industry, for at least 3 months within the past 12 months; must write a paper, acceptable for NADCA publication on their activities and results from their work in the die casting industry; must have a letter of support from their supervisor at their place of employment; and be a full-time undergraduate student.  The deadline is October 1, 2012.

 

 

For more Financial Aid/Scholarship information please visit  Financial Aid.