ENGINEERING SCHOLARSHIPS

Engineering Scholarships 

Listed below are the descriptions and requirements for each individual scholarship. Each Scholarship fund has ranked, in order of scoring importance, the eligibility criteria specific to that fund.

Dorothy and Dick Burgess Scholarship (renewable)

 The Dorothy and Dick Burgess Scholarship Fund was established to provide deserving young students, who might otherwise be unable to afford it, the opportunity to attend a smaller Michigan college* "I paid for my own college education and I know the difference it's made in my life, I'd like to help deserving young people in our community do the same". - Dick Burgess

*A smaller public Michigan college is defined as a 2 or 4-year College or University whose annual yearly tuition costs do not exceed $17,000. These schools include (but are not limited to) Central Michigan University, Eastern Michigan University, Grand Valley State University, Jackson Community College, Michigan Technological University, or Western Michigan University. Schools that will NOT be considered include (but are not limited to) the University of Michigan, Michigan State University, HillsdaleCollege, or SpringArborUniversity.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: 

• Proof of financial need
• Cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or above
• Demonstrate good citizenship, high moral character, and potential for leadership and academic success
• Plan to pursue a course of study that leads to a degree in earth science, engineering, premedical, or Christian ministry
• Proof of acceptance to a smaller, accredited Michigan 2 or 4-year college or university
• Plan to complete a baccalaureate degree within four consecutive years
• Previous recipients in their second, third and fourth academic years may apply for annual renewal scholarships of up to $4,000

SELECTION CRITERIA:  An interview may be requested at the discretion of the scholarship committee.

SCHOLARSHIP AWARD:  Up to $4,000.

SCHOLARSHIP USE:  Tuition, books, fees, or other academic related costs

The John and Marion Selby Engineering Scholarship (non-renewable) 

The John and Marion Selby Engineering Scholarship is awarded each year to a high-ranking senior from a JacksonCounty high school who will be pursing a degree in Engineering.  The candidate must be accepted by a Michigan college or university with an accredited (ABET) program.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:

• Intend to pursue an Engineering degree in an accredited (ABET) program at a Michigan college or university
• Acceptance by a college or university Cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or higher
• Leadership and outside activities including work experience
• Demonstrate qualifications of high merit in the areas of academics and citizenship

SCHOLARSHIP AWARD: $3,500

SCHOLARSHIP USE: Tuition, books, fees, or other academic-related costs