Specific Scholarships:
Michigan Achievement Scholarship
The Michigan Achievement Scholarships are designed to help recent high school graduates in Michigan receive funds for continuing education. Eligible students could receive financial aid to attend a college or university with the Michigan Achievement Scholarship, or for a career training program with the Michigan Achievement Skills Scholarship. 80% of students qualify for the Michigan Achievement Scholarship. Up to $27,500 can be received.
Requirements: Must be a recent Michigan high school graduate. Additional eligibility details on the program site.
Due Date: Must enroll within 15 months of your high school graduation.
Website: https://getmimoney.org/
More Information: https://www.michigan.gov/mistudentaid/programs/michigan-achievement-scholarship
Allegan County Foundation
Description: Scholarships for Allegan County residents. You can apply for multiple years.
Due Date: March 10th, 2026
Website: https://alleganfoundation.org/scholarships/
MSGCU High School Excellence Scholarship
Description: Scholarships for high school seniors planning to attend a university, college, or technical campus.
Requirements:
- Graduating high school senior in the class of 2025
- Proof of acceptance to an accredited two- or four-year college or university
- Resume outlining school activities, academic achievements, and community service
- 500–1,000 word original essay (AI-generated responses not accepted)
- Membership required upon selection (non-members may apply)
Due Date: February 25, 2025, by 10:00 p.m. EST
Website: https://www.msgcu.org/scholarships/msgcuexcellencescholarship
Honor Credit Union Community Commitment Scholarship
Description: Twelve $2,500 scholarships awarded to students who demonstrate community involvement and academic excellence.
Requirements:
- Must be a member and primary account holder of Honor Credit Union (all students may qualify for membership)
- Submit a 300–400 word essay on community impact
- Provide your most recent report card or transcript showing GPA
Due Date: March 14, 2025, at 11:59 p.m.
Website: https://www.honorcu.com/scholarship/
Arbor Financial 2026 Scholarship
Description: Opportunity for current Arbor Financial members graduating high school to earn scholarship funds for post-secondary education.
Requirements:
- Graduating high school or home school seniors (apply only in your last year of high school)
- Must be a member of Arbor Financial Credit Union in good standing
- Must be accepted to an accredited post-secondary school
- Submit a 500–750 word original essay on a provided topic
Due Date: February 1, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. (application opens November 2025)
Website: https://www.arborfcu.org/scholarship-program
Allegan County Agricultural Society Scholarship
Description: For students pursuing post-secondary education who have participated in exhibiting at the Allegan County Fair.
Requirements:
- Must have exhibited at Allegan County Fair at least 3 out of last 4 high school years
- Submit application, high school transcript, 3 personal photos
- Children/grandchildren of full-time fair employees or board members are ineligible
Due Date: April 1, 2026
Website: https://www.allegancountyfair.com (Application address: Allegan County Fair Board, P.O. BOX 10, Allegan, MI 49010)
Scholarship Directories:
Mos Scholarship Directory
Description: Variety of scholarship options. Allows you to toggle how much effort you want to put into your application. Provides essay support for scholarship essays.
Website: https://www.mos.com/
Scholarships.com
Description: Scholarship search portal with a wide variety of scholarships.
Website: https://www.scholarships.com/scholarship-search
Fastweb.com
Description: Scholarship search portal with a wide variety of scholarships.
Website: https://www.fastweb.com/college-scholarships
Appily.com
Description: Scholarship portal with options for a wide variety of students, including juniors in high school.
Website: https://www.appily.com/scholarships
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