The McNabb Journalism Scholarship
The McNabb Journalism Scholarships recognize excellent journalism published in The Collegiate. Scholarships recognize news reporting, multi-media reporting (news video, photo slide-show, or audio reporting), and photojournalism. Subject matter may be straight news,...
Theodora Quick Mathematics Scholarship
Scholarships will be awarded to full-time students in any curriculum who expect to study mathematics through calculus. Scholastic ability will be a priority in selection, and applicants will have maintained a 3.0 or better GPA.
The Patricia Rae Murphy Medical Radiology Technician Scholarship
This fund was established by Marian Murphy in memory of her daughter Patricia Rae Murphy. Patricia had graduated from the Radiologic Technology program at Grand Rapids Community College in 1975. One scholarship at $3,500 will be awarded to students with preference...
The Ray Gill Memorial Instrumental Jazz Scholarship
This scholarship, named for the former director of the GRJC Jazz Orchestra, will be awarded to a full-time music major who is studying applied music and is a member of the GRCC Jazz Ensemble. The recipient of this scholarship must also be a member of The Wind...
Theresa Palaszek, M.D. Scholarship
This fund was established by Theresa Palaszek, M.D., a graduate of Grand Rapids Junior College and the University of Michigan Medical School. This fund is available to incoming freshman students who are majoring in pre-med or pre-dental classes at GRCC. Potential...
The Right Place, Inc.'s Manufacturers Council Scholarship
This scholarship will be awarded annually to a full-time student in a Manufacturing program at Grand Rapids Community College and be applied directly to tution. Students must have a minimum 3.0 GPA and express a sincere desire to work in the manufacturing industry.
Thomas Kindel Student Loan
Small short term loans are available from this fund to full-time students at the discretion of the Director of Financial Aid and the Supervisor of the Cashier’s Office at GRCC. All loans must be repaid prior to the student leaving the College.
Thomas Milhaupt Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship was established by the Milhaupt family in memory of Thomas Milhaupt. The scholarship will be awarded annually, subject to the approval of the GRCC Athletic Director, to a men’s or women’s basketball team member. An award in the amount of $1,000 will...
Tom Hofmann Baseball Scholarship
This scholarship was established in honor of longtime GRCC faculty member and coach, Tom Hofmann. Scholarships from this fund will be awarded to baseball student-athletes that are meeting NJCAA requirements, and will be distributed at the baseball coaches and...
Tommy Brann's Steakhouse & Grille Scholarship
Scholarships will be awarded annually to students enrolled in programs of the Secchia Institute for Culinary Education. First preference will be given to underrepresented students, and the next preference will be given to a Brann’s Restaurant employee. Students are...
Training Solutions Resource Fund
Funds may be used by Training Solutions staff to purchase needed equipment for their division or to cover the cost of tuition and seminars. Funds may also be used for staff development activities and professional development workshops. Special awards will be provided...
U.A.W. Terry Lint Memorial Scholarship
Recipients will be full-time GRCC students who are active members, spouses, children or legal dependents living in the households of active members in good standing in participating West Michigan U.A.W. CAP Locals (Allegan, Barry, Kent, Ionia and Montcalm counties)....
UFP Scholarship
Formally Stephenson & Lawyer Scholarship This scholarship was founded by Mr. Stephenson & Mr. Lawyer, who were influential members in the Grand Rapids business community since the 1930’s. This scholarship encourages UFP Technologies, Inc. (Formerly Stephenson and...
Utility Workers Union for America for American Training Trust
This scholarship will be awarded annually to full time in the Electricity/Electronic programs at Grand Rapids Community College. Scholarship will be applied directly to tuition. Students must have a minimum 3.0 GPA and express a sincere desire to work in the...
Valenti-Vanin Scholarship/Grant
This scholarship will provide financial assistance to students enrolled in coursework or granted permission to do credit-bearing independent study through GRCC conducted in Perugia, Italy (Grand Rapids’ Sister City). Scholarship/grant amounts will be determined on a...
Vanden Bos Family Endowed Scholarship
? Full- or part-time second-year student majoring in Applied Technology (HVAC, Electronics, Industrial Maintenance), Mechanical Drafting, or Manufacturing (Tooling & Manufacturing, Plastics, Quality Science, and Welding). ? Minimum g.p.a. is 2.0 (at time of...
Van & Marinus Swets Travel Award
A cash award will be given to any current or retired, full- or part-time GRCC employee who completes the following requirements: Submit a handwritten or typed essay (500 words or less) telling how you intend to use the cash award for fun, enjoyment, or relaxation....
VanRandwyk-Corey Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship was established by Tom Frazier and Carol VanRandwyk in memory of Carol’s sister Lyn VanRandwyk Corey and her brother-in-law Bruce Corey. Bruce and Lyn passed away in their 50’s leaving behind two home-school children who went on to become magna cum...
Vern and Norma Boss Award
This scholarship was established by Laverne “Vern” and Norma Boss. Vern was a Kent County education leader for decades and a member of the GRCC board of trustees. Scholarships from this fund will be awarded to graduates of Northview High School or Grandville High...
Veronica M. Gould Radiologic Technology Scholarship
This scholarship was established by the family and friends of Veronica Gould, a student in the Radiologic Technology program at GRCC who passed away suddenly in 2007. An award will be made to a freshman or sophomore student who is enrolled full-time and has attained...
Versiti Blood Center of Michigan - Phlebotomy Skills Scholarship
This scholarship was established by Versiti Blood Center of Michigan in an effort to continue to foster diversity and inclusion within their centers. Full tuition scholarships will be awarded to students enrolled in the Phlebotomy Skills program at GRCC. Awards will...
Walker Tool & Die Scholarship
Two $500 scholarships will be awarded annually to Walker Tool and Die employees and/or their dependents. Dependents of employees must have attained a 3.0 GPA to qualify for this award. Employees must maintain a 3.0 GPA at GRCC to receive the award for a second time....
W.C. & Betty Olawsky Scholarship
This fund will provide scholarships and grants to students enrolled in any Secchia Institute for Culinary Education program. Funds will be awarded for tuition, books, travel expenses for culinary interns, sponsorships of international student teams in culinary...
Wege Environmental Scholarship
This award will be made to a full or part-time GRCC student majoring in some phase of environmental science who has demonstrated intent to pursue a career in that field. The award will be based on grade point average, and is renewable based on the satisfactory...
Wege Foundation Scholarship
This scholarship fund was established through the Wege Foundation by Peter M. Wege to provide one annual scholarship. Awards are made based on grade point average to students attending the College full-time.
Wege Teachers of Tomorrow Scholarship
The Teachers of Tomorrow Program provides support for freshman and sophomore students interested in securing an elementary or secondary teaching degree. Applicants must complete the Teacher Education Pathway application form and submit a one-page essay stating their...
Wendell Shroll Scholarship
An annual award(s) will be made to a part-time student who has satisfactorily completed at least 6 credit hours and maintained a high grade point average at GRCC. The award may be used for tuition, textbooks or fees.
West Side Beer Distributing Scholarship
Two $600 scholarships will be available annually to one Hispanic and one Mexican student majoring in Culinary Management or Culinary Arts at GRCC. Recipients must have a minimum 2.5 GPA and be recommended by the Director or instructors of the Secchia Institute for...
William J. Sharon Teachers of Tomorrow Scholarship
This renewable scholarship was established to recognize the contributions William Sharon has made to the field of education in the State of Michigan. Recipients will have demonstrated academic excellence in the field of mathematics with the intention of teaching math...
Women In Science Education Scholarship
Two $300 scholarships will be awarded annually to sophomore women who have demonstrated excellence in studying chemical, physical, or biological Sciences. Recipients must intend to continue their education working towards a career in teaching in one of the above...