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Adan Armijo Memorial Baseball/Softball Scholarship

Adan Armijo Memorial Baseball/Softball Scholarship

This scholarship was established in memory of Adan Armijo, a former minor league all-star baseball player in the Texas Leagues. Recipients must be baseball or softball athletes of Hispanic descent and have attained a 2.0 GPA. Preference will be given to Mexican-...

AESF Society Scholarship

AESF Society Scholarship

One $300 scholarship will be awarded to a sophomore student who has demonstrated excellence in the study of chemistry. Recipients must intend to continue their education in chemistry and have achieved a minimum 3.0 GPA in their freshman year at GRCC.

Albert P. Smith Music Scholarship

Albert P. Smith Music Scholarship

The Albert P. Smith Music Scholarship is administered by the GRCC Music Department and awarded to music majors studying voice.

Albertus Elve, Roger DeVries, & Joseph Hesse III Scholarship

Albertus Elve, Roger DeVries, & Joseph Hesse III Scholarship

Two scholarships will be awarded from this fund: Chemistry Scholarship The Elve-DeVries Chemistry Scholarship is awarded to a full-time or part-time student enrolled in Chemistry. Teachers of Tomorrow This scholarship is to be awarded to a prospective elementary or...

Alecia Durand Art Scholarship

Alecia Durand Art Scholarship

Selection of a full-time freshman or sophomore student pursuing an artistic career shall be made upon the recommendation of an art instructor, an instructor in another academic area or another adult friend. The scholarship is renewable provided that the recipient...

Aleicia D. Woodrick Scholarship

Aleicia D. Woodrick Scholarship

The recipient will be a female freshman who is enrolled at GRCC on a full- or part-time basis with a grade point average of 2.5 or better. The award is renewable in the sophomore year.

Alexa & Alek Zapata Scholarship

Alexa & Alek Zapata Scholarship

Scholarships will be available to underrepresented students who are enrolled on a full or part-time basis at GRCC. Recipients must have achieved a minimum 2.8 GPA and intend to secure a degree in elementary education. If a recipient is enrolled on a part-time basis,...

Alice Donahue Excellence In Education Scholarship

Alice Donahue Excellence In Education Scholarship

This scholarship was established by Alice A. Donahue to encourage students of Polish descent to secure a degree in Occupational Therapy Assisting (OTA). Two annual $400 scholarships will be awarded to selected recipients who have achieved a minimum 2.0 GPA, are of...

Allen G. Gerrard Scholarship

Allen G. Gerrard Scholarship

This fund provides one or more annual $800 scholarships to Hispanic students. First preference will be given to students who have displayed an interest in majoring in one or more foreign languages. Second preference will be given to any Hispanic student majoring in...

Alumni Discretionary Scholarship

Alumni Discretionary Scholarship

Former students of GRCC have established this scholarship to commemorate their years at the College while assisting those who are presently attending GRCC. Awards are made based on grade point average to students attending the College full-time.

Alumni Scholarship Fund

Alumni Scholarship Fund

Students pursuing any field of study, who is a child of GRCC/JC Alumni, will be considered for a one-time non-renewable scholarship award. An Alumni is defined as an individual who has earned 30 credits or more from GRCC/JC. Awards will be made in priority order by...

American Culinary Federation Greater Grand Rapids Chapter Scholarship

American Culinary Federation Greater Grand Rapids Chapter Scholarship

The recipient will be a Culinary Arts or Culinary Management major who has completed 30 hours or more at GRCC with a minimum of a 2.50 overall GPA, and who is a resident of south-western Michigan. The award may be used for tuition, fees, books, and other required...

American Electroplaters and Surface Finishers Society Scholarship Fund

American Electroplaters and Surface Finishers Society Scholarship Fund

One $300.00 scholarship will be awarded to a sophomore student who has demonstrated excellence in the study of chemistry. Recipients must intend to continue their education in chemistry and have achieved a minimum 3.00 GPA in their freshman year at GRCC.

Amway Hotel Corporation Scholarship

Amway Hotel Corporation Scholarship

This award will go to a second year Culinary Arts student who is enrolled full-time and has a minimum of a 3.00 GPA. Scholarship recipients must model sound character, culinary skills and knowledge, and have demonstrated leadership abilities.

Angus & Kate Campbell Culinary Education Fund

Angus & Kate Campbell Culinary Education Fund

Anna Mae Woodard Scholarship

Anna Mae Woodard Scholarship

Scholarships from this fund will be awarded to full-time students who have achieved a minimum high school GPA of 3.5 or a minimum college GPA of 3.0. No specific curriculum is required. Applicants will demonstrate good organization and leadership skills, and have an...

Anne Miller Discretionary Scholarship

Anne Miller Discretionary Scholarship

Anne Miller, a former instructor at GRCC, was honored as Emeritus Faculty of the College with this scholarship fund established in her name. The fund provides one annual scholarship. Awards are made based on grade point average to students attending the College...

Anne Miller Health Related Studies Award

Anne Miller Health Related Studies Award

The recipient(s) will be students majoring in Allied Health, Nursing, Pre-Med, Pre-Dental, Pre-Pharmacy, Pre-Veterinary, Pre-Optometry who have successfully completed a one semester biology course such as, BI 117, 121, 126, 127, and/or 151. Preference will be given...

Annie Scholler Teacher Education Legacy Scholarship

Annie Scholler Teacher Education Legacy Scholarship

This scholarship fund was established by Stephen Scholler in honor of his wife, Annie Scholler, who dedicated her career to advancing k-12 education as a teacher. This scholarship will be awarded to students that are enrolled in teacher preparation courses. Students...

Ann L. Powell & Robert D. Nylen Memorial Scholarship

Ann L. Powell & Robert D. Nylen Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship was created by food and wine professionals from throughout the greater Grand Rapids community in memory of Ann L. Powell and Robert D. Nylen, both former managers at Gibson?s Restaurant. One annual $700 scholarship will be available to a GRCC...

Armen & Pat Oumedian Health Care Scholarship

Armen & Pat Oumedian Health Care Scholarship

This scholarship was established by Armen Oumedian, a graduate of GRJC, to provide students an opportunity to study and work in the Health Care field. This fund is available to full-time students majoring in the Practical Nursing program at GRCC. First preference...

Armen & Pat Oumedian Pipeline Scholarship Award

Armen & Pat Oumedian Pipeline Scholarship Award

This scholarship was established by Armen Oumedian, a graduate of GRJC and Kettering University, to provide GRCC students an opportunity to study in the pre-engineering field (i.e. management, IT, mathematics and related fields). This fund is available to second...

Arnold & Mary Lynne Terpstra Scholarship

Arnold & Mary Lynne Terpstra Scholarship

Scholarships from this fund will be awarded to students from Kenowa Hills Public High School, Grand Rapids Christian High School or Calvin Christian High School who are attending GRCC on a full-time basis.

Arthur Andersen, LLP Accounting Scholarship

Arthur Andersen, LLP Accounting Scholarship

First preference in awarding this scholarship shall be given to employees of Arthur Andersen LLP. In the event that there is no applicant with Arthur Andersen LLP, an annual scholarship will be awarded to a full-time freshman accounting major who has maintained a 3.5...

Arthur Andrews Memorial Library

Arthur Andrews Memorial Library

Contributions to the Arthur Andrews Memorial Library Fund are used for the acquisition of books for the GRCC Library as well as other supplies and services for the Library as approved by the Director.

Arthur C. Long Memorial

Arthur C. Long Memorial

This fund was established in memory of Arthur Craig Long, a Grand Rapids Public Schools student. The scholarships will be awarded to inner-city students who will attend Grand Rapids Community College.

Arthur Dawson Golf Scholarship

Arthur Dawson Golf Scholarship

This fund was established in memory of Arthur Dawson. Scholarships will be awarded to GRCC students who have demonstrated an interest in the sport of golf. The awards will be based upon grade point average and golf qualification scores.

Art Scholarship

Art Scholarship

Winners of the Annual High School Invitational Art Competition will be the first recipients of this scholarship. A committee of Art Department faculty will recommend recipients for additional awards. The recipient must be carrying two art courses per semester.

Asian Student Organization Scholarship

Asian Student Organization Scholarship

The Asian Student Organization makes awards to Asian students attending Grand Rapids Community College. Awards may be based on applicant need and circumstances. Applicants must apply to the Asian Student Organization and be approved by the organization?s executive...

Audrey L. Wright Scholarship

Audrey L. Wright Scholarship

This scholarship will be awarded to students who have demonstrated exceptional ability in the study of a foreign language during their freshman year at GRCC and who intend to enroll in the intermediate foreign language courses during their sophomore year at GRCC....