The Thompson Scholar Program empowers academically driven and service-minded undergraduate students with financial support, academic resources, and an engaging community that inspires success.
Thompson Scholar Program
Working Families Scholarship
Application Deadline: February 15, 2026
Rollin A. Jones and James E. Lindstrom Working Families Scholarship
Funded by the Thompson Foundation.
Scholarship Value
- $5,500 per year from the Thompson Foundation.
- Michigan Tech commits to matching up to $5,500 in university funding in the form of grants and scholarships, including programs like the Presidential Scholars Program and Michigan Tech Transfer Award.
- Awards are renewable; the number of semesters varies based on program.
For full scholarship details, including eligibility and renewal criteria, please see the Rollin A. Jones and James E. Lindstrom Working Families Scholarship information.
Available Scholarships
Working Families Scholarship: Awarded to 125 incoming first-year students at Michigan Tech. Award is renewable for 4 years. (8 semesters)
Working Families Achiever Scholarship: Awarded to 60 students entering their second year at Michigan Tech. Award is renewable for 3 years. (6 semesters)
Working Families Transfer Student Scholarship: Awarded to 10 students who completed four semesters or 60 credits at another institution. Award is renewable for 2 years. (4 semesters)
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584total scholars awarded
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3.43cumulative G.P.A.
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16Kservice hours completed
"This scholarship has impacted my college experience greatly, being at school and not having the worry of going deep into debt in order to further my education. I find it is much easier to just focus on class work and exploring the beauty that the area has to offer"
Thompson Scholar Experience
Explore what the Thompson Scholarship has to offer, from academic advising to joining our community.
Academic Success
Thompson Scholars receive personalized support in academics, career planning, and personal development.
Service
Students complete 20 hours of community service each year through on-campus or local opportunities that align with their passions, values, and goals.
Community
Scholars engage through social events and a strong peer network that helps students build meaningful connections on campus and prepare for life after graduation.
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