Scholarships From Outside Organizations

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.

Additional scholarships from outside organizations can be found at the Scholarship Kiosk located in the Learning Resources Center outside of the Enrollment Development Office, Room 113.

Please Note - The outside scholarship announcements on this page are provided as a service. Henry Ford Community College does not administer these scholarships; any questions should be addressed to the awarding organizations. You must contact the individual organizations below to apply for their respective scholarship.

Many organizations outside of Henry Ford Community College offer scholarships to our students to support their educational needs. These scholarships are awarded by the particular organization to students who are pursuing a particular field of study or who meet other specific criteria. Students interested in pursuing these scholarships should follow the application protocols identified by the different organizations, as detailed below. 

Scholarship recipients are selected by the outside organizations; it is the student's responsibility to work with the organization regarding scholarship payment. Outside organizations can make checks payable to Henry Ford Community College and the organization/student should submit the check to the Financial Aid Office to be applied to the student account.

Above is a sampling of available scholarships.  Students are encouraged to research other opportunities that exist in a variety of trade associations, not-for-profit foundations and civic organizations.