What are scholarships? They essentially provide free money, which does not need to be repaid!
Scholarships are financial support dollars that get awarded to help pay for a student's education.
Apply for мÓÆÂʱʱ²Ê Foundation scholarships
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The мÓÆÂʱʱ²Ê Foundation awards scholarships specifically to мÓÆÂʱʱ²Ê students every year thanks to the support and generosity of individuals, community businesses and organizations.
There is just one application form to complete to be eligible for all мÓÆÂʱʱ²Ê Foundation scholarships for which you qualify.
The application is available online annually Nov. 15-Feb. 15 for the following academic year. For example, Nov. 15, 2024-Feb. 15, 2025 is the application period for the 2025-2026 academic year (fall 2025, spring 2026 and summer 2026).
For the online application, frequently asked questions, helpful scholarship resources and more, visit the .
Find outside scholarships
There are also many locations to look for scholarships outside of мÓÆÂʱʱ²Ê:
- Your high school guidance counselor
- Employers and unions (for both you and your parents)
- Local organizations/affiliations
- Places where you volunteer
- Local chamber of commerce
- Local news — for organizations offering/awarding scholarships
Internet search — Resources such as:
Note: Avoid sites that require a registration fee. There are many scholarship resources available on the web. It is not necessary to pay for help. Also, be cautious of guarantees or money-back offers.