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Scholarships From Outside Organizations
Please Note - The outside scholarship announcements on this page are provided as a service. Most of these scholarships are not administered by the foundation. You must contact the individual organizations below to apply for their respective scholarship.
Arab American Women's Business Council Scholarship
Scholarships are open to students of Arab descent. Go here for more information and to download an application.
Arab American Scholarship
Deadline to apply is April 6th, 2009. Applications must be submitted online ONLY by visiting our website at www.lahc.org.
AES Engineers Scholarship
Scholarships are intended for future leaders across a wide spectrum of fields of study. For more information visit www.aesengineers.com/scholarships.htm.
AICPA/Accountemps Scholarship
Scholarships are intended for students who aspire to a career in accounting and finance. For more information visit www.accountemps.com
American Cancer Society
Cancer survivors age 20 or younger may be eligible for the Great Lakes Division Foundation Young Survivor Scholarship Program. More information is available at www.cancer.org/scholarships.
Coca-Cola Scholarships Foundation
Scholarships are available to students of two-year institutions who demonstrate a commitment to community service. Information can be found at www.coca-colascholars.org. Click on the Apply online/Two-Year Colleges Scholarship link.
Datatel Scholars Foundation
A variety of scholarship opportunities are available to students at Datatel client organizations, which includes Henry Ford Community College. To be eligible for this scholarship, you must apply online here. Application deadline is January 31st.
Executive Women International
Scholarships are available for women in transition through the Executive Women’s International Association. Information can be found at www.executivewomen.org. Or, download a PDF of the application.
Fifth Third Bank
Fifth Third Bank will be awarding twelve scholarships throughout the year. Visit their Web site to apply. http://web.53educationlending.com/sweepstakes/index.html
Grainger Tools for Tomorrow Scholarship
Scholarships are available for second-year students enrolled in a technical education program at the associate level. Technical Education Program means a program of study leading to an associate’s degree or licensed certification in electronic systems, heating/air conditioning, plumbing, welding, automotive, construction or other industrial trade.
Qualified applicants are asked to contact one of the following HFCC Architecture and Construction Technology Faculty:
Lee Yaros at (313) 317-1517; Craig Priskorn at (313) 317-1516; and Chad Richert at (313) 317-1515. Applications and all supporting information must be received by May 15, 2009.
Health Resources and Service Administration (HRSA) Nursing Program Scholarship
The Nursing Scholarship Program is a selective program of the U.S. Government that helps alleviate the critical shortage of registered nurses currently experienced by certain types of health care facilities by helping needy students complete their registered nurse training. In exchange for the scholarship, upon graduation, the newly minted nurses work at these types of facilities for at least 2 years. http://www.hrsa.gov/loanscholarships/scholarships/Nursing/
Hispanic Scholarship Fund
The Hispanic Scholarship Fund offers a variety of scholarships including the Community College Transfer Scholarship and Gates Millenium Scholars. More information is available at www.hsf.net/scholarship/programs.php.
Life and Health Insurance Foundation for Education
The LIFE Lessons Scholarship Program benefits students who have suffered the death of a parent or guardian. For more information visit www.life-line.org/scholarship.
Marathon Petroleum Michigan Refining Division Scholarship in Process Technology
- Awarded to students earning certification in Process Technology or an Associates in Applied Science in Process Technology
- Full tuition, fees and books for PTEC Certification Program
- Confirmation of Detroit residency with high school diploma or GED
- Submit letter of interest and willingness to commit to the academic requirements of the PTE Program
- Three written letters of reference specific to this scholarship application
Submit the above information: Henry Ford Community College, Attn: Corporate Training – Process Technology Scholars Program, 5101 Evergreen Rd., Dearborn, MI 48128. Selected candidates will undergo a Foundational Learning Skills Assessment as part of the application process. Contact pattys@hfcc.edu for more information.
Michigan Retailers Association
Approximately 30 $1,000 scholarships are available from the Michigan Retailers Association Scholarship Program, established to benefit members and their employees. Apply online at www.retailers.com.
Miss "Sparkle" Success Scholarship
Two $1,000 Scholarships each will be awarded to young ladies throughout Michigan who exhibit 1) academic achievement; 2) good behavior and 3) community service involvement. The competitionwill beheld on May 16 at the Kellogg Hotel & Conference Center on the campus of Michigan State University. For more information visit: missparklesuccess.org
NALS of Detroit Scholarship
NALS of Detroit Scholarship presents two (2) $500.00 nonrenewable tuition/books-only scholarship to those enrolled in a school of advanced education in the legal field. The scholarship will be awarded on the basis of scholastic or legal career achievements, future career goals, demonstration of financial need, and leadership ability. The scholarship award may be granted to any qualified applicant in the legal field.
NALS of Michigan Scholarship
Annual scholarship in the amount of $1,000 nonrenewable tuition/books-only scholarship to an individual enrolled, or planning to enroll, in a school of advanced education pursuing a degree in the legal field. High school seniors as well as college students are eligible. The scholarship will be awarded on the basis of scholastic or legal career achievements, future career goals, demonstration of financial need, and leadership ability. The scholarship award may be granted to any qualified applicant in the legal field.
The candidate must:
- Be a high school senior or enrolled in a school of advanced education (including current school year) or a NALS of Michigan member.
- Have at least a B average, or if percentile system is used, not below 90 percent.
- Be in need of financial assistance.
- Be able to enroll in the fall term (2010). Candidates nominated in prior years who meet current qualifications are eligible for re-nomination.
All applications must be postmarked no later than January 15, 2010. Any application postmarked after that date will be disqualified. Please contact the HFCC Foundation Office for complete details and application at (313) 845-9620, or e-mail dlarson@hfcc.edu.
National Association for Legal Professionals
Scholarships are periodically available to students who are interested in careers in the law and/or criminal justice. Information can be found at www.nals.org.
Pearson Prize for Higher Education
A two-tiered award meant to both identify students who are giving back to the college community and help them continue their work. http://www.pearsonfoundation.org/pearsonprize/
The Pearson Prize supports students who have:
- completed at least one year in college;
- demonstrated leadership in community service;
- been attending a two- or four-year school.
Project Working Mom
Scholarships for working mothers and fathers going back to school. http://www.elearners.com/projectworkingmom/Scholarships/EntryForm1.aspx?tsource=adfsn&tid=200&aid=2786
Speciality Equipment Market Association
If you are interested in a career in the specialty automotive industry scholarship assistance may be available through SEMA. Visit www.sema.org/scholarships.
SME EF Scholarship
The SME Foundation awards scholarships to graduating high school seniors, current undergraduates and masters or doctoral degree students pursuing degrees in manufacturing and related fields at two-year and four-year colleges.
For more information go to SME Education Foundation Scholarships
The Sallie Mae Fund Scholarship Programs
Adressing financial need through scholarships is a key priority of The Sallie Mae Fund. Sallie Mae offers several scholarships including First in My Family, Unmet Need, American Dream, Community College Transfer, the Writers of Passage and the Sallie Mae 911 Education Fund. For more information visit www.salliemaefund.org
Soroptimist International of Trenton
Soroptimist International of Trenton provides two different grants for women; The Women's Oppurtunity Award (WOA) and The Virginia M. Wagner Educational Grant. For an application please call Sandy Rushlau at, 734-675-1656 (9 a.m. to 5 p.m. M-F) or Email: srushlau@comcast.net.
The University of Michigan - Dearborn
Students transferring to the University of Michigan - Dearborn may be eligible for one of many transfer scholarships. For a complete listing visit: http://www.umd.umich.edu/fa_transferscholarships/.
The Michigan Community College Scholarship
The University of Michigan is committed to making college affordable for students who transfer from Michigan community colleges. The Michigan Community College Scholarship is a one-time $1,500 scholarship offered to entering students selected on the basis of their academic performance and other qualifications. No application is required.
Candidates may also contact the the HFCC Counseling Department for more information.
The Michigan Community College Scholar Award
The Michigan Community College Scholar Award is a renewable $5,000 award that recognizes academic performance and other achievements such as membership in honor societies, community service, and participation in co-curricular activities.
Candidates may also contact the the HFCC Counseling Department for more information.

