Student Focus
Liz Quinley
Civil Engineering
Senior
Anchorage, AK
Liz had unique requirements for her university of choice, and Michigan Tech fit the bill! "I was looking for a combination of Nordic skiing and engineering. Michigan Tech was the right choice when the numbers came in. I liked that I didn't have to drive to find snow."
Financial aid was a definite factor in her decision. "Michigan Tech rewarded my hard work in high school . . . "
Student Focus
Ashley Benjamin
Electrical Engineering Technology
Sophomore
Detroit, MI
Leaving home and investing in a college education was a big decision for Ashley. "Based on my grades, Michigan Tech gave me a lot of merit-based aid and it really helped me. I was very happy that Michigan Tech put so much faith in me."
The financial aid staff was also helpful in finding ways to make her education even more affordable, but she still . . .
Student Focus
Matt Carothers
Forestry
Senior
Edgerton, WI
Football and forestry were both important to Matt, but so was affordability. "As an out-of-state student, Michigan Tech was very comparable to the in-state schools I was considering." Not everything was covered with financial aid, though, and Matt found a position with a forestry consulting firm that "has helped to pay bills and build my resume."
Student Focus
Bret Self
Computer Science
Senior
Grand Junction, MI
When Bret was looking at universities to attend, he knew he liked the feel of campus and the area, but financial aid was just as important in his decision to attend Michigan Tech. Due to his hard work in high school, Bret was offered several scholarships which made a four-year degree a reality. "The scholarships reduced the burden of worrying about tuition bills each semester," said Bret.
Student Focus
Becky Franke
Mechanical Engineering
Senior
Traverse City, MI
When Becky first arrived on campus, she was still unsure about her financial status but decided to attend Michigan Tech regardless. "In terms of quality and price, Michigan Tech was the best option available to me," said Becky. "When I first enrolled, price was a big factor. Now with my financial aid and work-study position, I can just enjoy my experience and not have to think about the money any longer."
Student Focus
Angela Hoffman
Psychology
Freshman
Midland, MI
Angela's excellent grades in high school qualified her for Michigan Tech's Leading Scholar's program. "I remember getting my invitation to the Leading Scholar's program and I was ecstatic!" Because the Leading Scholars Program paid for a large portion of her college tuition and room and board, financial aid was definitely the reason Angela chose Michigan Tech. "I have confidence that my aid will always be taken care of and I don't need . . . "
Student Focus
Steven Worthy
Business Administration
Sophomore
Detroit, MI
Steven had made some great connections, visited campus, and met some great students from Michigan Tech, but still wasn't sure if he could afford to attend. "Tuition was relatively inexpensive compared to the other schools I was looking at. Scholarships at other universities were comparable, but the low tuition price at Michigan Tech and meeting great students helped me make my decision."
Scholarship Announcements
- 9 College Scholarships for Women in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math professions) (Varying deadlines)
- MCWT Foundation Scholarships (Deadline January 31, 2012)
- High school seniors, undergraduate, or graduate students who are currently or will be enrolled in college/university-level courses for the 2012/2013 academic year. Michigan resident and U.S. citizen w/ a minimum 2.8 GPA.
- Minorities in Government Finance Scholarship (Deadline February 24, 2012)
- Full- or part-time upper-division undergraduate or graduate students in public administration, governmental accounting, finance, political science, economics, or business administration (with a specific focus on government or nonprofit management).
- Frank L. Greathouse Government Accounting Scholarship (Deadline February 24, 2012)
- Full-time undergraduate or graduate students in an accounting program preparing for a career in state and local government finance.
- Buick Achievers Scholarship Program (Deadline February 29, 2012)
- Incoming and current students who are (or plan to be) full time in 2012-2013 and plan to major in engineering, business, technology, or design.
- East Michigan Air & Waste Management Scholarship (Deadline February 29, 2012)
- Incoming and current students who are (or plant to be) full time in 2012-2013 and plan to major in environmental engineering (or similar field).
- Noyce STEM Teaching Scholarship (Deadline March 1, 2012)
- Science, technology, engineering or mathematics (STEM) students and professionals.
- Freeport-McMoRan Scholarship (Deadline March 4, 2011)
- Full-time students enrolled in engineering, sustainability, health & safety or business-related degrees. Minimum 2.7 GPA.
- Railroad Scholarships (Deadlines mid-March 2012)
- Students involved in rail education, activities and internships.
- Pat Tillman Foundation Scholarship (Open February 13, 2012 / Deadline March 16, 2012)
- Servicemember or spouse seeking assistance to pursue an undergraduate, graduate, or post-graduate degree as a full-time student at a public or private, 4-year U.S.-based accredited institution.
- John Wesley-James Jones Memorial Foundation (Deadline March 31, 2012)
- Full-time undergraduate students who have a sophomore or higher status by the fall of 2012.
- iModules Scholarships (Deadline April 1, 2012)
- Full-time student for the Fall 2012 semester. Minimum 2.0 GPA.
- The Desk and Derrick Educational Trust Scholarships (Deadline April 1, 2012)
- At least 2 yrs or currently enrolled in the 2nd yr of undergraduate study at an accredited college or university. Minimum 3.2 GPA. Financial need. Career in petroleum, energy or allied industry. Citizen of the U.S. or Canada.
- SEMA Memorial Scholarship (Deadline April 15, 2012)
- U.S. citizen enrolled in a full-time program of study at an accredited university, college, or vocational/technical program. Must have completed a minimum of 25 credits from a 2-yr college or 50 credits from a 4-yr university. Minimum 2.5 GPA.
- B. Davis Scholarship (Deadline May 28, 2012)
- All high school juniors and seniors as well as all students currently registered in any post secondary institution.
- Abbott & Fenner Scholarship (Deadline June 15, 2012)
- Available to all high school juniors and seniors as well as all students currently registered in any accredited post secondary institution.
- BigSun Scholarship (Deadline June 22, 2012)
- High school senior or attending a post secondary institute and currently involved in some sport at that institution or in the community.
- Wells Fargo CollegeSTEPS Sweepstakes (Must sign up by August 5, 2012)
- Available to prospective and current students. Sign up for their CollegeSTEPS system (free) and you're automatically enrolled to win $1,000.
- inkfarm.com Scholarship (Deadline August 12, 2012)
- U.S. high school seniors and college students.
- AES Engineering Scholarship (Deadline October 5, 2012)
- Available to high school seniors and all students attending a post secondary educational facility. Applicants are not required to be taking Engineering courses to be eligible.
- Sentry Insurance Scholarship (Deadline on-going)
- Incoming freshman pursuing a degree in Business Administration, Computer Science or Mathematics. Must be in the top 15% of high school graduating class. Submit application to the MTU Financial Aid office.
- Kalamazoo Community Foundation Scholarships (Deadlines on-going)
- For current and prospective students from the Kalamazoo, MI area.
