Other Scholarships
MATC African-American Male Scholarship
Preference given to an African-American male enrolled in at least six program credits; must have completed 12 credits at MATC; must meet standard criteria of financial need as determined by the Federal Student Financial Aid program; minimum 2.5 GPA.
Amount: $500 Deadline: June 1 / November 1
MATC Clarence (CJ) Nicholas Scholarship
Must be enrolled in at least 3 Adult High School credits at MATC; must maintain a 2.5 GPA; must submit a letter stating why applicant is in need of assistance; must submit a complted MATC Foundation scholarship application by the appropriate deadline.
Amount: Varies Deadline: June 1 / November 1
MATC Donna G. Robinson Memorial Scholarship
Preference given to African-American female students; must have completed six program credits; must be currently enrolled in a minimum of six associate degree or diploma credits; must meet standard criteria of financial need as determined by the Federal Student Financial Aid program; minimum 2.5 GPA.
Amount: $500 Deadline: November 1
MATC Edith Finlayson Leadership Scholarship
Must be currently enrolled, and carrying a minimum of 9 credits in either an associate degree or diploma program; have demonstrated past or current participation in community activities and/or projects; submit two letters of recommendation from instructors, employers or others who have knowledge of the applicant's skills, abilities and community interests. Must meet standard criteria of financial need as determined by the Federal Student Financial Aid program; minimum 2.75 GPA.
Amount: Varies Deadline: June 1 / November 1
MATC Ernst Schnook AFT Local 212 Scholarship
Must be enrolled in at least nine program credits; must meet standard criteria of financial need as determined by the Federal Student Financial Aid program; minimum 2.5 GPA.
Amount: $500 Deadline: June 1 / November 1
MATC Ferdinand Kniesz Jr. International Loan Fund Scholarship
Must be an international student with an F-1 or M-1 student visa; must have completed one full semester at MATC; minimum 3.0 GPA.
Amount: $1,000 Deadline: June 1 / November 1
MATC First Semester New Student Scholarship
Must be enrolled in a minimum of 6 credits; must have a diploma from high school / adult high school with a minimum GPA of 2.5 or a GED; must be admitted into a program; must have completed an orientation. Applicants must submit a completed MATC Foundation scholarship application, a written career goal plan and two letters of recommendation; must meet standard criteria of financial need as determined by the Federal Student Financial Aid program.
Amount: Varies Deadline: June 1 / November 1
MATC Foundation Emergency Funds
- JR Emergency Fund - eligibility as indicated below.
- Student Access Fund for Emergencies (SAFE) - eligibility as indicated below.
- Violette Parson Weeks Emergency Scholarship - Note: Students must have completed six (6) credits with a current cumulative GPA of 2.0. One $500 award available per semester.
- Kellenberger Loan Fund.
The MATC Foundation has these emergency funds to help meet the financial needs of MATC students who encounter an emergency situation or one-time, unusual, or unforeseen expense that prevents students from attending school. Situations eligible for funding include such events as theft, major accidents, fire and natural disasters.
Normal living expenses such as rent, car repairs, child care, and utilities are generally NOT considered emergency situations and will not be covered by emergency funds. In addition, emergencies that are the result of poor planning will not be covered, nor will emergencies that cannot be fully resolved by a reasonable financial award. Exceptions may be made for extraordinary circumstances, however, students must provide a plan for managing future expenses.
Students must be in good academic standing and qualify for need-based financial aid. An emergency award may reduce original loan amounts. Please contact the Office of Financial Aid for help in evaluating your individual circumstances. Applications will be reviewed as needed, but only after they are complete.
Amount: Varies Deadline: N/A
MATC Francis & Barbara Stauner Scholarship
Must be a full time student enrolled in any associate degree or technical diploma program. Scholarship recipients may apply a second time.
Amount: $500 Deadline: June 1 / November 1
MATC George Parkinson Memorial Scholarship
Must be a full time student enrolled in any associate degree or technical diploma program. Scholarship recipients may apply a second time.
Amount: $500 Deadline: June 1 / November 1
MATC George Noyes Adult High School Scholarship
Must be enrolled in second semester classes working toward an MATC Adult High School diploma; must complete and return an Adult High School Student Scholarship Application before the deadline established by the Adult High School Scholarship Committee; applications will be reviewed by the Adult High School Scholarship Committee utilizing a weighted point system that incorporates grade point average, course load, essay questions, teacher recommendation and teacher rating into the overall application evaluation.
Amount: $500 Deadline: Varies - check with Adult High School Office
MATC Greater Milwaukee Foundation - A & LB Fund Scholarship
Must be enrolled in an occupational diploma or associate degree program and have completed 12 program credits at MATC; must be a resident of Milwaukee, Waukesha, Ozaukee, or Washington counties; must meet standard criteria of financial need as determined by the Federal Student Financial Aid program; minimum 2.5 GPA. May be renewed if student continues to meet criteria.
Amount: Varies Deadline: June 1 / November 1
MATC iCare - Independent Care Health Plan Scholarship
(Special Needs students)
A new scholarship fund developed for students with special needs. Must be admitted into a program enrolled in a minimum of six credits; must have a minimum GPA of 2.5; must have a high school diploma/adult GED; preference will be given to MPS graduates who have completed an individualized education plan, must submit a written career goal plan of up to 250 words in length; must submit a completed MATC Foundation scholarship application and provide two letters of recommendation; must meet the standard criteria of financial need as determined by the Federal Student Financial Aid Program.
Amount: $1,250 Deadline: June 1 / November 1
MATC Indian Community School Scholarship
Preference given to students that are members of a federally or state-recognized Indian tribe or, status as the natural child of a member of a federally or state-recognized Indian tribe. Must submit two letters of recommendation from instructors, employers or others who have knowledge of the applicant's skills and abilities; must meet standard criteria of financial need as determined by the Federal Student Financial Aid program; minimum 2.0 GPA.
Amount: Varies Deadline: June 1 / November 1
MATC Marian Drake Breskvar Scholarship
Must be enrolled in an associate degree, diploma, or vocational program; must be in the second semester or higher; must be earning personal income at the time of application; must meet standard criteria of financial need as determined by the Federal Student Financial Aid program; minimum 2.5 GPA.
Amount: $1000 Deadline: June 1 / November 1
MATC Maxine Lubenow Study Abroad Scholarship
To qualify, students must be registered in a MATC study abroad program (call 414.297.7765 for information about study abroad programs). Awards are limited to MATC students: admitted in a MATC program, currently enrolled in a minimum of six (6) credits, who have completed a minimum of nine (9) MATC credits at the time of application, and who have at a minimum a 2.0 GPA. Awards are one-time, non-renewable and non-transferable for each recipient.
Amount: Varies Deadline: June 1 / November 1
MATC Partners in Excellence Scholarship
Must be enrolled in a certificate, technical diploma, or associate degree program, either part-time or full-time; returning to school after one or more years of absence; be employed; and demonstrate financial need. Scholarships may be renewed for three semesters if a student maintains a cumulative GPA of 2.7 and submits a scholarship application each semester.
Amount: $1,000 Deadline: June 1 / November 1
MATC Philip Lerman Scholarship
Must be a graduate of the MATC Adult High School; must be enrolled in a program and have completed 12 program credits; must be currently enrolled in a minimum of six associate degree or diploma credits; must meet standard criteria of financial need as determined by the Federal Student Financial Aid program; minimum 2.5 GPA.
Amount: $750 Deadline: June 1
MATC Robert Lewis Crymes Memorial Scholarship
Must have a high school diploma or have completed an accredited GED program; must be affiliated with a program offered by one of the collaborative partners such as: Big Step, Milwaukee Fatherhood Collaborative, Boys & Girls Club, Salvation Army, Wisconsin Community Services, Lad Lake, Benedict Center, Word of Hope Ministries, and Runnin' Rebels; must submit an application, along with a 500 word essay detailing their 5-year plan for success; must vow to be drug-free or involved in treatment or programming that will enhance their chances for success; referrals are made through community based organizations.
Amount: $500 Deadline: June 1 / November 1
MATC West Campus Scholarship
Must be enrolled in nine credits, of which at least six are taken at West Allis Campus at the time of application. Contact West Allis Campus Student Services for application.
Amount: $500 Deadline: June 1 / November 1
MATC Workforce Investment Now (WIN) Scholarship
Must be an independent working student, with an adjusted gross annual income of less than $45,000; must be enrolled in a minimum of nine credits; minimum 2.5 GPA; and must have completed FAFSA and not be eligible for state and federal grants.
Amount: $1000 Deadline: June 1 / November 1
AARP Foundation Women's Scholarship
The AARP Foundation provides scholarship opportunities to women 40+ who are seeking new job skills, training and educational opportunities to support themselves and their families. Eligible applicants must be: Women age 40+ by March 31, 2011, able to demonstrate financial need, enrolled in an accredited school or technical program within 6 months of the scholarship award date. For more information please refer to the following web pages: www.aarp.org/womensscholarship
Abbott and Fenner Scholarship Program
Abbott & Fenner Business Consultants are pleased to be able to continue with our scholarship program for the 5th year. Application Procedure for 2012: To apply for this scholarship you will need to write an essay. The essay should be between 500 and 1000 words. Your submissions must be sent by email at: scholarships@abbottandfenner.com. Please include the name and location of the school you are presently attending. Application Process: Students will submit an essay on the topic that appears on the scholarship page of our web site: http://www.abbottandfenner.com/scholarships.htm. Full details are available on our site.
Amount: $1000 Deadline: June 15, 2012
American Association of University Women (AAUW) Educational Foundation Awards
www.aauw.org
Permanent Wisconsin resident and U.S. citizen; enrolled full or part-time in an accredited institution of higher learning in metro Milwaukee; full-time student enrolled in a minimum of 12 credits per semester; part-time student must be enrolled in at least six credits per semester; must have successfully completed at least 24 credits with a minimum 2.0 GPA; must have financial need. Contact www.aauw.org for further information, or call 1-319-337-1716.
Amount: Varies Deadline: Varies Renewable: No
Boys & Girls Club of Greater Milwaukee Bechtel Scholarship
Must be a member, past member, volunteer, or employee of Boys & Girls Club; 2.0 GPA. Applicable to college, university, or technical college of your choice. www.boysgirlsclubs.org
Amount: Varies Deadline: May 15 / November 15 Renewable: Based on maintained GPA
Boys & Girls Club of Greater Milwaukee - Guy Smith Scholarship
Available to graduating high school senior members of Boys & Girls Club; minimum 2.0 GPA. Applicable to college, university or technical college of your choice; full-time student and 10 hours volunteer service per semester. Contact www.boysgirlsclubs.org for more information.
Amount: $500 Deadline: May 15 / November 15 Renewable: (Based on GPA)
Boys & Girls Club of Greater Milwaukee - Harry Soref Scholarship
Must be member, past member, volunteer or employee of the Boys & Girls Club for one or more years; minimum 2.0 GPA. Contact www.boysgirlsclubs.org for more information.
Amount: Varies Deadline: May 15 / November 15 Renewable: (Based on GPA)
Carthage College - Transfer Scholarship
Transfer student who has earned at least 28 transferable credits at the end of spring semester and must have applied for admission to Carthage.
www.carthage.edu/admissions/scholarships/index.cfm#Transfer
Amount: Three-year full tuition Deadline: Varies Renewable: Up to three years
Catching the Dream
http://www.catchingthedream.org
Student must be a member of a U.S. tribe recognized by the federal government. Student must attend on a full-time basis. Student must also apply for all sources of educational funding for which student is eligible.
Amount: Varies Deadline: March 15/April 15/September 15 Renewable: Yes
Coca-Cola Two-year Colleges
Must be currently enrolled at a two-year college. Contact www.coca-colascholars.org for more information.
Amount: $1,000 Deadline: May 31 Renewable: Yes
Datatel Scholars Foundation
Full-time and part-time students; must be attending a Datatel client college or university (MATC is a Datatel client). Contact the MATC Scholarship Clearinghouse for application. The Foundation does not accept applications submitted directly by students.
www.datatel.com/global/scholarships/
Amount: Varies Deadline: February 15 (subject to change) Renewable: Yes
Executive Women International (EWI) Scholarship
http://www.executivewomen.org
Must live within Milwaukee, Ozaukee, Waukesha, Washington or Sheboygan counties and be 18 years of age or older. Must submit a completed EWI application form which is available at http://www.executivewomen.org
Amount: $1,000 Deadline: March 1, 2010 (for Fall 2010 award)
FOCUS Scholarship
FOCUS, an Ozaukee County based networking organization for women business owners, management executives and professionals is offering up to $1000 in scholarship funds per semester. FOCUS scholarship may be renewed on a semester to semester basis if the following criteria continue to be met:
Enrolled in a degree or certificate program at MATC with 12 completed credits
Enrolled in a minimum of 6 credits per semester
Maintain at least a 2.5 GPA
Proof of financial need
Wisconsin resident
Not related to any member of FOCUS
The recipient of the scholarship must agree to attend a FOCUS meeting to explain how a FOCUS scholarship can help her achieve her career and life goals. Upon graduation, the scholarship recipients will be asked to attend a FOCUS meeting so they can be recognized for their achievements.
Scholarship applications are available in the Financial aid office, Milwaukee Campus, Room S222, the Student Service Office, Mequon Campus, Room A110, the West Allis Campus Room 112, and the Oak Creek Campus, A106. Applications should be returned to the Financial Aid Office at the Milwaukee Campus.
Deadline: February 1
Forest History Association of Wisconsin
Must be a student attending a Wisconsin college or university; must prepare a paper written by the student on any aspect of forest and conservation history of Wisconsin.
Amount: $500 Deadline: February Renewable: No
Franklin Lioness Club
Adult Franklin resident returning to school for retraining or higher education; enrolled or planning to enroll.
Amount: $500 Deadline: Varies Renewable: Yes
Freedom Scholarship Essay Contest
To be eligible to enter the contest students must be: Recent high school graduates (2009, 2010 or 2011) who attended school in the City of Milwaukee, City of Milwaukee residents (Preference will be given to residents of the 6th District), Accepted to a two or four-year college or university. Must submit completed application postmarked and returned by August 22, 2011.
Applications are available at www.milwaukee.gov/district6. Additional contest rules, complete details and submission requirements are contained within the application.
Scholarship sponsored by 6th District Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs.
Amount: $500 Deadline: August 22, 2011
Greendale Woman's Club Scholarship
Must be an adult student who is returning to school; must be a Greendale resident or Greendale Woman's Club Member or be a child or grandchild of a Greendale Woman's Club Member. For application information call Judy Rick at 414-423 5974.
Amount: $1000 Deadline: April 15
Greater Milwaukee Literacy Coalition GMLC Scholarship
Applicants must have received a Wisconsin GED or HSED between May 2004 and May 2005; must enroll in a post-secondary program in either the fall or spring semester of the current school year.
Amount: $500 Deadline: May 12 (subject to change) Renewable: No
HOPE Network (Edmund Springman Educational Daycare Grant)
http://hopenetworkinc.org/scholarships.php
Single mother enrolled in a technical college degree program and plans to reenroll in fall. Reside in greater Milwaukee area (includes Waukesha County); grants are for one year of total or partial day care costs.
Amount: Varies Deadline: May 21 (subject to change) Varies: No
Jaycees of Wisconsin Foundation, Inc. (The Denise Bertucci Memorial Scholarship)
http://www.dcs.wisc.edu/
Non-traditional student who is returning to school after a break in their formal education.
Amount: $500 Deadline: Varies Renewable: No
Jeannette Rankin Foundation
Female; 35 years or older as of April 1; pursing a certified course of training or undergraduate education; U.S. citizen. www.rankinfoundation.org
Amount: (40) $2,000 Deadline: March 1 Renewable: No
Marquette University Various Scholarships
Students planning to transfer to Marquette University.
Amount: $3,000 - $7,000 per year Deadline: May 15 / November 15 Renewable: Yes
Marquette University Dean's Scholarship
Full-time student; 3.2 GPA; recommended by a Dean at MATC. www.marquette.edu/pages/admissions or www.marquette.edu/
Amount: $3,000 per academic year Deadline: May 15 / November 15 Renewable: Yes
Phi Theta Kappa Scholarship
Recommended by Phi Theta Kappa advisor; 3.2 GPA; 24 semester hours completed.
Amount: $3,000 per academic year Deadline: May 15 / November 15 Renewable: Yes
Competitive Scholarship
Second-year student; transferring to Marquette; 3.2 GPA; member of Phi Theta Kappa.
Amount: $2,000 Deadline: May 15 / November 15 Renewable: Yes
Mequon-Thiensville Sunrise Rotary Scholarship
Must be a resident of Ozaukee County; must be enrolled at MATC Mequon Campus for the fall semester; must be enrolled in the Automotive Technology, Landscape Horticulture, Marketing or Nursing programs; must be a second-year student or a student seeking retraining/career growth; must have a minimum 3.0 GPA. Scholarship recipient must attend and give a short presentation at a Mequon-Thiensville Sunrise Rotary meeting. Applications are available from the MATC Scholarship Clearinghouse.
Amount: $1,000 Deadline: October Renewable: No
Milwaukee Ladies of UNICO, Inc.
Must reside in Milwaukee, Ozaukee, Washington, or Waukesha County; graduating high school senior; must be Italian.
Amount: $750 (Subject to change yearly) Deadline: April 11 (Subject to change yearly) Renewable: No
Minority Retention Grant (MRG)
Must have completed a minimum of 24 credits in current program. Twelve of these credits must have been taken at MATC. The student also must be enrolled in at least six credits each semester of MRG eligibility, complete a Free Federal Student Aid Application for each school year while receiving MRG, and meet standard criteria of financial need as determined by Federal Student Financial Aid Program. Applications are available at the Downtown Milwaukee Campus Financial Aid Office, Room S222, and in the Multicultural Affairs Office, Room M238; and in the Student Service Office at the Mequon, Oak Creek, and West Allis Campuses.
Amount: Varies Deadline: ongoing
National Association of Hispanic Journalists Scholarship (NAHJ)
http://www.nahj.org/?s=scholarships
High school senior or college undergraduate majoring in print or broadcast journalism.
Amount: $1,000- $2,000 Deadline: February 28 Renewable: Yes
National Federation of the Blind (NFB)
Legally blind; pursing or planning full-time post-secondary course of study in the fall semester of the current year. Contact: Nfb@nfb.org
Amount: (30) $3,000- $10,000 Deadline: March 31 Renewable: Yes
National Fraternal Society of the Deaf
www.nfsd.com
Hearing impaired and NFSD member for one year before applying.
Amount: $1,000 Deadline: July 1 (Subject to change yearly) Renewable: Yes
Rotary Club of Milwaukee, Inc. Ambassadorial Scholarship
www.rotary.org
Study in another country; scholars will be expected to apply directly to foreign institution based on their preferences and Foundation goals for geographical distribution of Ambassadorial Scholars. Please visit our website: www.rotary.org
Amount: $13,000-$25,000 Deadline: May 15 (subject to change yearly) Renewable: No
Travelers' Protective Association Scholarship Trust for the Deaf and Near Deaf
www.travelersprotectiveasn.com/deaf_scholarships.htm
Deaf or hearing impaired; U.S. residents. Not only for Educational Expenses; covers medical, mechanical, specialized treatment and/or specialized education.
Amount: Varies Deadline: March 1 Renewable: No
West Allis Charities, Inc.
Students must be a legal resident of the West Allis or West Milwaukee School District; enrolled in a specific institution of post-secondary education, recommended by a teacher, counselor, school administrator, employer, or pastor; demonstrate a need for financial assistance; authorize West Allis Charities, Inc. to release recipient's name to the public and attend award presentations if requested. Scholarship applications are available at www.westerndays.com or in the MATC Financial Aid Office.
Amount: Varies Deadline: April 15
Wisconsin Grocers Association Education and Scholarship Foundation
www.wisconsingrocers.com
Employed by a member of Wisconsin Grocers Association for at least six months; enrolled in minimum nine credits, unless applying for a scholarship for a single course; must be in the academic top 65 percent of your class; minimum 2.0 GPA. Contact www.wisconsingrocers.com for more information.
Amount: $500 - $2,500 Deadline: Varies Renewable: No
Wisconsin Hearing/Visually Handicapped Program
www.heab.state.wi.us
The Handicapped Student grant program was established to provide funding for Wisconsin residents with a severe or profound hearing or visual impairment; must qualify for financial aid; applicants must be enrolled at least half-time at an in-state or eligible out-of-state public or independent higher education institution.
Amount: Up to $1,800 ($900 per semester based on need)
Deadline: Student must apply at the start of each academic year Renewable: Yes
Wisconsin Hispanic Scholarship Foundation, Inc./Mexican Fiesta
www.mexicanfiesta.org
Wisconsin resident of Hispanic parentage; 3.5 GPA; full-time student; in program eventually resulting in associate degree or higher; winners must provide minimum 20 hours of volunteer service during the MEXICAN FIESTA. For more information, visit: www.mexicanfiesta.org
Amount: $250 - $1,000 Deadline: March 31 (subject to change yearly) Renewable: No
Wisconsin Paralyzed Veterans of America
Wisconsin Paralyzed Veterans of America The Wisconsin PVA scholarship program was established to support individuals who are committed to providing quality medical care to veterans living with spinal cord injury or diseases. The Chapter's priority is to ensure the influx of highly qualified medical staff into the arena of spinal cord medicine and rehabilitation so that current and future veterans suffering spinal cord injury or disease would continue to receive the best care possible from the staff of the Spinal Cord Injury Unit of Zablocki VA Medical Center and other VA Medical Centers offering such care.
Several scholarships are available to individuals pursuing their education in spinal cord injury medicine in the following career fields: Nursing, Practical Nursing, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, and Recreational Therapy.
For more information please refer to the following web page http://wisconsinpva.org/pages/scholarships.html#2
WTCS Special Needs Award Program (Wisconsin Technical College System Board)
Have a disability; enrolled in a vocational program of one year or more and completed at least nine credits of vocational program by the end of the academic year; financial need (as determined by the District).
Amount: (2) $400.00 - (2) Merit Awards - (10) WTCS Scholarship for $100
Deadline: March 18 (subject to change yearly) Renewable: Yes
WTCS - Wisconsin Rural Opportunities Foundation, Inc. Scholarships
Must be a Wisconsin resident and enrolled in an eligible Wisconsin Technical College program; have financial need as determined by a financial aid officer at the local technical college; applicant must have been or currently be a member of a family operating a "Wisconsin Family Farm." If there is not a sufficient number of approved applicants involved in a Wisconsin Family Farm, consideration may then be given to a person from a rural Wisconsin area; demonstrated leadership ability will be used as a deciding factor. Eligible programs include Dairy Herdsman, Agribusiness, Nursing, and Agriculture.
Amount: (48) Scholarships in the amount of $500 per year
Deadline: November 22 (subject to change yearly) Renewable: Yes
Wisconsin Women in Government, Inc.
www.wiscwomeningovernment.org/scholarship.asp
Female, enrolled in at least nine credits; minimum 2.0 GPA; possess leadership potential, initiative and excellent communications skills; show interest in public service, government and political process; must be a Wisconsin resident. Visit www.wiscwomeningovernment.org/scholarship.asp for more information.
Amount: $2,000 Deadline: April 15 Renewable: No
Wisconsin Women of Color Network, Inc. (WWOCN) Mabel Smith Memorial Scholarship
http://www.womenofcolornetwork-wis.org/
Must be a high school or GED equivalent graduating senior; must be an American citizen and a member of one of the following ethnic groups: African-American, American Indian, Asian, Latino, or Biracial; have a cumulative 2.0 GPA or above on a four-point scale, or equivalent; attend a technical, vocational or community college; if available, attach a letter of acceptance; must reside in Madison, Milwaukee, Racine, Kenosha, Beloit, Indian reservation or any other area designated by the WWOCN Board. Exhibit need for assistance.
Amount: Varies Deadline: May 31 Renewable: Yes
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