Scholarships
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As you may have seen in news reports, numerous discussions are taking place in the Michigan Legislature regarding the future of the Michigan Merit Award and the Michigan Promise Scholarship. Even though there is uncertainty in the state's budget, LCC is not making any changes to awards at this time. LCC will continue to assume the state will be providing the payment to awarded students. However, if the Legislature approves the proposed cuts to the Merit and/or Promise programs and the funds are no longer available, your award will be cancelled and you will be responsible for any costs not covered by other financial aid. LCC hopes this unfortunate circumstance does not occur. The LCC Financial Aid Office is here to assist you in helping to secure additional financial resources to help offset your educational expenses. Please do not hesitate to call the Financial Aid Office at (517) 483-1200, option 2, if we can be of any further assistance. |
Resources that do not have to be paid back, usually awarded for academic achievement or talent that may or may not be based on financial need.
- Athletic Scholarships are awarded through the Athletic Department. Talented athletes should contact coaches in their respective sport areas.
- Board of Trustees Awards are offered annually to one graduating senior in each high school within the College district.
- Foundation Scholarships are through the Lansing Community College Foundation. The Foundation offers numerous scholarships, funded by the contributions of businesses, non-profit entities, and individuals, to students who meet the criteria established by the scholarship donors. Students will be considered for any Foundation Scholarship especially those most aligned with their career and academic goals. Students may contact the Financial Aid Office in Enrollment Services for a Lansing Community College Award and Scholarship Programs application book.
- Honors Program Awards are offered each year to new, currently enrolled, or returning students who have demonstrated outstanding academic achievement and plan to complete a two-year transfer curriculum at LCC and then transfer to a four-year institution to pursue a bachelor's degree. Students may contact the Financial Aid Office in Enrollment Services for a Lansing Community College Award and Scholarship Programs application book.
- Occupational Program Awards are offered each year to new, currently enrolled, or returning students who have demonstrated outstanding academic achievement and plan to complete a one-year certificate of completion or a two-year occupational degree at LCC. Students may contact the Financial Aid Office in Enrollment Services for a Lansing Community College Award and Scholarship Programs application book.
- Student Leadership Academy Service Scholarships are offered each year to new, current and returning students who are interested in gaining additional leadership and community service experiences through a two-year leadership curriculum while concurrently following a primary college program of study. Students may contact the Financial Aid Office in Enrollment Services for a Lansing Community College Award and Scholarship Programs application book.
- 2+2+2 Engineering Program Awards are offered to students who have been in the Engineering Program since the beginning of their junior year of high school. The 2+2+2 Engineering Program is a cooperative venture between the Lansing School District, Lansing Community College, and Michigan State University. It is for students from Lansing Eastern, Everett, and Sexton High School who are interested in pursuing an engineering degree.
- Michigan Competitive Scholarships are available to undergraduate students pursuing their first degree at an approved Michigan postsecondary institution. Students must demonstrate both financial need and merit by achieving a qualifying ACT score prior to entering college.
- Michigan Nursing Scholarships are awards available to Michigan residents enrolled at least half time in a program leading to a Licensed Practical Nurse certification, Associate Degree in Nursing, Bachelor of Science in Nursing, or Masters of Science in Nursing. Students must be participating in LCC’s Nursing Program to be considered for an award. Students receiving the scholarship have to agree to work as a direct patient care nurse in an eligible Michigan facility, or as a teacher of nursing at an eligible Michigan postsecondary institution, one year for each year of assistance. Failure to fulfill the work commitment will result in the scholarship becoming a loan that must be repaid.
- The Michigan Promise scholarships are available to high school graduates who successfully complete two years of postsecondary education. All students must take the Michigan Merit Exam to have the opportunity to receive the scholarship. Students who receive qualifying scores (Level 2 or above) in each of the required test components are eligible to receive up to half of their scholarship in the first two years of postsecondary.
- Native American Tuition Waivers are awarded to student who are at least ¼ Native American and have lived in Michigan for the last 12-consecutive months. Students must provide official documentation, usually from a tribal authority, stating their blood quantum and Michigan residency.
- The Michigan Tuition Incentive Program is a scholarship from the State of MI. Phase 1 of the program pays 80 credits at a community college (24 credits per year and $80 in fees per semester). Eligible students are notified by the State of MI, must submit a copy of their eligibility letter, High School Diploma/GED, Driver's License/MI ID, and complete the FAFSA to qualify.
In addition to these scholarship opportunities, online scholarship search services help students locate scholarships, grants, and fellowships that are found separate from federal, state, and institutional sources. This is a personalized search that links the student to a scholarship database. The search service will conduct a matching process of the student’s personal profile to the award criteria set by the sponsoring organization of the scholarship. The student’s personal profile is obtained by answering a questionnaire about the student’s background and interests. For information on scholarship search services.
