Scholarships
Below you will find a variety of local and external scholarship opportunities, as well as information about how to apply for, donate to, and find new scholarships.
If you have any questions about information on this page or the scholarship application process, please reach out to your school counselor.
CEF Scholarships
The scholarships listed here are funded, managed, and offered by the Chelsea Education Foundation (CEF) and are available to current Chelsea High School Seniors*. Each scholarship listed here each requires an essay that addresses a specific question or topic, as detailed in the application criteria below.
Note that essays should be individualized for each scholarship and should not be reused for separate applications.
Awards granted by the CEF must be used for the upcoming academic year and cannot be deferred.
Apply for Chelsea Education Foundation Scholarships here
Scholarship Applications Open January 9, 2026 and Due by April 3, 2026 - 11:59 PM
*The following scholarships are also available to current graduates (see below for further details):
- Chelsea Education Foundation Skilled Trades Scholarship
- Continuing Education C.E.F. Scholarship for Non-Traditional or Returning Students
- Judith Lynn Wagner Owens Teacher Scholarship
- The Mary Merkel Scholarship
- Robert W. Wagner Engineering Scholarship
- Doris Schumacher/A. Henry Schumacher Memorial Scholarship
- The Diane Kieliszewski Female in Finance Scholarship
- Joel Gentz Memorial Leadership and Service Scholarship
- Charles and Florence Pour Memorial Aviation Scholarship
- Chelsea Education Foundation A.C.E. Scholarship
- Chelsea Education Foundation Academic Scholarship
- Chelsea Education Foundation Community Service Scholarship
- Chelsea Education Foundation Skilled Trades Scholarship
- Chelsea Family Dentistry Scholarship
- Chelsea Rod and Gun Club Scholarship
- Continuing Education C.E.F. Scholarship for Non-Traditional or Returning Students
- Doris Schumacher/A. Henry Schumacher Memorial Scholarship
- The Diane Kieliszewski Female in Finance Scholarship
- Jillian Lea Drow Memorial Scholarship
- Joel Gentz Memorial Leadership and Service Scholarship
- Joseph Piasecki Memorial Scholarship
- Judith Lynn Wagner Owens Teacher Scholarship
- The Mary Merkel Scholarship
- Robert W. Wagner Engineering Scholarship
- Set in Stone Arts Scholarship (New in 2025)
Charles and Florence Pour Memorial Aviation Scholarship
Application Requirements:
To be considered, applicants must:
- Be a graduating Chelsea High School senior in the current academic year.
- Be planning on pursuing a post-secondary degree (priority will be given to those considering a career in aviation).
Essay prompt:
- What profession are you pursuing and why? How have you given back to your community? What leadership roles have you taken in your life and how that impacted your community?
Chelsea Education Foundation A.C.E. Scholarship
Application Requirements:
To be considered, applicants must:
- Be a graduating Chelsea High School senior in the current academic year.
- Plan on pursuing a degree in Accounting, Computer Science or Engineering at the post-secondary level
Essay prompt:
- Describe yourself and the future contributions you would like to make to society after attaining your educational goals.
Chelsea Education Foundation Academic Scholarship
Application Requirements:
To be considered, applicants must:
- Be a graduating Chelsea High School senior in the current academic year.
- Be planning on pursuing a degree or skilled trade at the post-secondary level.
- Demonstrate high academic achievement with a minimum GPA of 3.0 (CEF will obtain a transcript from CHS).
Essay prompt:
- Describe yourself and the future contributions you would like to make to society after attaining your educational goals.
Chelsea Education Foundation Community Service Scholarship
Application Requirements:
To be considered, applicants must:
- Be a graduating Chelsea High School senior in the current academic year.
- Be planning on pursuing a degree or skilled trade at the post-secondary level.
- Demonstrate high level of community service.
Essay prompt:
- Describe your contributions to the community.
Chelsea Education Foundation Skilled Trades Scholarship
Application Requirements:
To be considered, applicants must:
- Be a graduating Chelsea High School senior in the current academic year OR currently enrolled in a trade certification or undergraduate program.
- Plan to enroll or are enrolled in full-time undergraduate study at an accredited two-year college or
vocational-technical school for the entire upcoming academic year.
- Major in trade construction, industrial, motor/power sector, mechanics, or technology degree/certificate.
- Demonstrate a commitment to learning a trade and completing certification coursework.
- Provide a letter of recommendation.
Essay prompt:
- Provide a visual portfolio and/or a written description of work you have accomplished pursuing your career interest and a statement as to why you are committed to your selected field.
Chelsea Family Dentistry Scholarship
Application Requirements:
To be considered, applicants must:
- Be a graduating Chelsea High School senior in the current academic year.
- Plan on pursuing a degree in the healthcare field.
- Demonstrate high academic achievement with a minimum GPA of 3.0 (CEF will obtain a transcript from CHS).
Essay prompt:
- Describe the life experiences which have influenced your character development goals.
Chelsea Rod and Gun Club Scholarship
Application Requirements:
To be considered, applicants must:
- Be a graduating Chelsea High School senior in the current academic year.
- Have completed an Outdoor Recreation Safety course (e.g., Hunter Safety, Boater Safety).
- Have an interest in but not limited to hunting, fishing, conservation, the shooting sports, or other outdoor related activities.
- Plan to attend a school of higher education.
- Plan to major in a Science, Conservation, Law Enforcement, or Teaching, or Environmental program.
Essay prompt:
- Please list the Outdoor Recreation Safety Course(s) you have completed. What area of study do you plan to pursue? Tell us about your Out of Doors experiences and interests.
Continuing Education C.E.F. Scholarship for Non-Traditional or Returning Students
Application Requirements:
To be considered, applicants must:
- Have graduated high school prior to the current academic year.
- Reside in the Chelsea School District.
- Pursue a degree or skilled training at the post-high school level after an interruption of at least one year.
- Provide a list of volunteer and employment activities.
Essay prompt:
- Provide a statement of your goals regarding continuing education and employment, including what you have been doing since high school and why you are resuming your education.
Note: Funds from this scholarship can be used for continuing education seminars but are not to be used for travel expenses or lodging.
Doris Schumacher/A. Henry Schumacher Memorial Scholarship
Application Requirements:
To be considered, applicants must:
- Have graduated from Chelsea School District and be currently enrolled at an accredited college or university.
- Have completed at least one year of schooling at an accredited college or university.
- Provide current academic transcript.
Essay prompt:
-Describe yourself and the future contributions you would like to make to society after attaining your educational goals in your field of study.
Note: Preference will be given to those students who may not be able to complete college without financial assistance.
The Diane Kieliszewski Female in Finance Scholarship
Application Requirements:
To be considered, applicants must:
- Be a current Chelsea High School graduate in the current academic year or a Chelsea High School graduate who is currently enrolled at an accredited college or university.
- Be a person who self-identifies as female and intends to pursue a Bachelors or Masters Degree in a financial field.
- Provide a current academic transcript (CEF to obtain if currently a Chelsea High School senior)
Essay prompt:
- Describe yourself and the future contributions you would like to make to society after attaining your educational goals in a finance related field.
Jillian Lea Drow Memorial Scholarship
Application Requirements:
To be considered, applicants must:
- Be a graduating Chelsea High School senior in the current academic year.
- Be planning on pursuing a degree or skilled trade at the post-secondary level.
Essay prompt:
- Describe an act of kindness, for which you have witnessed or you have initiated, that has affected your character development and your future goals.
Joel Gentz Memorial Leadership and Service Scholarship
Application Requirements:
To be considered, applicants must:
- Be a Senior at Chelsea High School, or have graduated from Chelsea School District and be currently enrolled at an accredited college or university (current college students will be considered first, but Seniors are encouraged to apply).
- Be planning on pursuing a degree or skilled trade at the post-secondary level.
- Provide a current academic transcript (CEF to obtain if currently a Chelsea High School senior), a high grade point average is not required.
Essay prompt:
- Write a brief description of your leadership qualities and how they were used to complete a service project in the past year.
- Include one letter of recommendation written within the last six months; this letter should be a character reference (coach, mentor, employer, clergy, teacher, etc.) speaking to the applicant’s leadership qualities and noting how the service project positively impacted others.
Joseph Piasecki Memorial Scholarship
Application Requirements:
To be considered, applicants must:
- Be a graduating Chelsea High School senior in the current academic year.
- Be planning on pursuing a degree or skilled trade at the post-secondary level.
Essay prompt:
- Describe the life experiences which have influenced your character development goals.
Judith Lynn Wagner Owens Teacher Scholarship
Application Requirements:
To be considered, applicants must:
- Be a resident of the Chelsea School District.
- Plan on pursuing a degree in Education.
- Provide a current academic transcript (CEF to obtain if currently a Chelsea High School senior).
Essay prompt:
- Describe yourself and the contributions you would like to make to society in Education.
Note: Students may apply for an Owens Teachers Scholarship up to four times, provided a new application is completed by the deadline each year.
The Mary Merkel Scholarship
Application Requirements:
To be considered, applicants must:
- Reside in the Chelsea School District.
- Pursue an Associates, Bachelors, or Masters degree in a health related field. Students who are pursuing a degree in nursing will be given preference.
- Provide a current academic transcript (CEF to obtain if currently a Chelsea High School senior).
Essay prompt:
- Describe yourself and the future contributions you would like to make to society after attaining your educational goals in a health related field.
Robert W. Wagner Engineering Scholarship
Application Requirements:
To be considered, applicants must:
- Be a resident of the Chelsea School District.
- Be planning on pursuing a degree in Engineering.
- Provide a current academic transcript (CEF to obtain if currently a Chelsea High School senior).
Essay prompt:
- Describe yourself and the contributions you would like to make to society in Engineering.
Note: Students may apply for a Wagner Engineering Scholarship up to four times, provided a new application is completed by the deadline each year.
Set in Stone Arts Scholarship (New in 2025)
Jewelry Set in Stone: The Diamond in the Rough Scholarship
Overview:
Jewelry Set in Stone is proud to support young artists in their creative pursuits through our annual Jewelry Set in Stone Scholarship: The Diamond in the Rough. This scholarship is designed for high school students who are passionate about art, design, and digital creativity. We will award two students with a $500 scholarship each, recognizing their artistic talent and vision for the future of jewelry design.
Eligibility Requirements:
- Must be a current CHS high school senior graduating in the current academic year.
- Must be planning to pursue higher education in art, digital art, jewelry design, or a related field.
- Must submit two original jewelry designs that could be created into physical jewelry.
- Must submit a 500-1,000 word essay answering the provided questions.
- All submissions must be in a digital format (PDF, PNG, or JPEG for designs; PDF or Word document for essay).
Submission Requirements:
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Jewelry Design Submissions
- Submit two original jewelry designs (can be hand-drawn, digital, or 3D-rendered).
- Designs should reflect creativity, originality, and feasibility for real-world creation.
- Each design should include a brief description (50-100 words) explaining the inspiration behind it.
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Essay Submission
- Write a 500-1,000 word essay answering the following questions:
- What is your intended field of study?
- What are your goals and interests for your education and future career?
- What artist has most inspired you, and why?
- What is your preferred artistic medium, and what draws you to it?
- When did you first become inspired by art, and what impact has it had on your life?
- What are your thoughts on artificial intelligence (AI) and its impact on current and future art?
- Write a 500-1,000 word essay answering the following questions:
Evaluation Criteria:
Submissions will be judged based on the following:
- Creativity & Originality – Unique and thoughtful designs.
- Feasibility & Craftsmanship – Designs that could be realistically created.
- Artistic Passion & Vision – Demonstrated passion for art and clear future goals.
- Thoughtfulness in the Essay – Insightful and well-articulated responses.
Submission Deadline:
- All applications must be submitted by April 4, 2025.
- Winners will be announced on May 30, 2025 at Class Night.
How to Apply:
- Submit your designs and essay via the application link here https://www.
chelseaeducationfoundation. org/scholarships
For any questions, please contact email: scholarships@
CSC Scholarships
The scholarships listed here are managed by the Chelsea Scholarship Committee and are available to current Chelsea High School Seniors. The Committee offers a wide variety of scholarships that cover a diverse range of post-secondary pathways. Read more about each scholarship below to see which one(s) best align with your plan. For certain CSC Scholarships, award funds may be applied toward additional educational expenses such as required books, supplies, and transportation costs (including gas) if the student's tuition and fees are fully covered by other financial aid sources.
Note that one application can be submitted for multiple CSC scholarships. Use the link below to submit your application.
Apply for Chelsea Scholarship Committee Scholarships here
Scholarship Applications Open January 9, 2026 and Due by April 3, 2026 - 11:59 PM
- Carole and Howdy Holmes Scholarship
- Awarded by the Chelsea Scholarship Committee.
- Chelsea American Legion Post 31 Music Scholarship
- Awarded to student involved in music arts and demonstrating a history of excellence in academics and community service.
- Chelsea American Legion Post 31 Science Scholarship
- Awarded to student involved in science and demonstrating a history of excellence in academics and community service.
- Chelsea Chamber of Commerce Sounds & Sights Musical Arts Scholarship
- Student must be attending a university or conservatory and pursuing a music degree.
- Chelsea Chamber of Commerce Sounds & Sights Visual Arts Scholarship
- Student must be attending a university or conservatory and pursuing a visual arts degree.
- Chelsea Retired Firefighters Scholarship
- Student must have a GPA between 2.0 and 3.2 and a history of good attendance.
- Student must demonstrate honor and integrity.
- Chelsea Scholarship Committee Award
- Awarded by the Chelsea Scholarship Committee.
- Kiwanis Foundation Scholarship
- The 5 qualities below will be used to determine scholarship recipients.
- Leadership examples
- Community Service
- Key Club membership
- Robotics involvement
- Interest in pursuing skilled trades, applied sciences, modern technologies, or career preparation.
- Kruse/Rossi Scholarship
- Student must demonstrate financial need affecting affording a traditional 4 year college, university, or trade school.
- Student must be in the top 1/4th of graduating class in terms of academic performance.
- Mitchell Family Scholarship
- Student must exemplify the qualities of dedication, citizenship, and hard work.
- Peter Warburton Memorial Scholarship
- Student must demonstrate financial need affecting affording a traditional 4 year college, university, or trade school.
- Paul E. Mann Memorial Scholarship
- Student must plan on pursuing a career in finance and/or business.
- Richard Bareis Emerging Fields Scholarship
- Student must demonstrate financial need affecting affording a traditional 4 year college or university.
- Student must be planning on pursuing a career in industrial, construction, or technical education.
- SRSLY Scholarship
- Student must be a member of the SRSLY Student Leadership Team and have a history of active volunteering.
Local Scholarships
The scholarships listed here are funded, managed, and offered by local individuals and organizations and are available to current Chelsea High School Seniors . Scholarships on this page are listed in order of application due date/deadline.
Be sure to check the detailed requirements for each scholarship listed on this page, as specifics may differ from provider to provider.
Please contact your school counselor or Amy Kay if you have any questions.
Scholarship Applications Open January 9, 2026 and Due by April 3, 2026 - 11:59 PM
- "Be Like Bruce" Scholarship in Memory of Bruce Szcondronski
- Brewster E. and Emily C. Peabody Scholarship
- Chelsea Area Players Scholarship
- Chelsea Area Women's Service Club Community Service Scholarship
- Chelsea Soccer Club Memorial Scholarship
- Dianne Kuhl Economics Scholarship
- Gamma Rho Boule Scholarship
- George L. Palmer Scholarship
- Hunter Allen Memorial Scholarship
- James K. Stringwell Scholarship
- Josee Alvarez Memorial Scholarship
- Linda Grasselli Sprankle Scholarship
- O'Quinn Family Edward Jones Scholarship
- The AAACF Community Scholarship
- The Bossory Family Scholarship
- The Chelsea Area Garden Club Scholarship
- The Delanie Claire Maute Memorial Scholarship
- The Keith Hoeflinger Memorial Scholarship
- The Lynda Collins Memorial Scholarship
- Robert L. Daniels Scholarship Program
- Rotary Club of Chelsea Interact Club Scholarship
- Simply Comedy Scholarship
- Equality Chelsea Leadership Scholarship
"Be Like Bruce" Scholarship in Memory of Bruce Szcondronski
Description: The Rotary Club of Chelsea has established the "BE LIKE BRUCE" in memory of Bruce Szcondronski, a well-respected Chelsea Rotarian and dedicated Chelsea community volunteer. Applicants must demonstrate qualities that exemplify what it means to "BE LIKE BRUCE." Be kind. Be a patient mentor. Encourage everyone you cross paths with. Respect every job and everyone that works at them. Work tirelessly to make your community better for everyone who works there, lives there, visits there. Do it all with plenty of smiles, hugs, and a few knowing winks. Enjoy Every Breath. Really!!
Application Requirements:
To be considered, applicants must:
- Be a graduating Chelsea High School senior in the current academic year.
- Prepare a statement on community involvement and volunteer participation.
- Detail two different times you have demonstrated qualities like Bruce, as described above.
Brewster E. and Emily C. Peabody Scholarship
Description: The purpose of the Brewster E. and Emily C. Peabody Fund is to provide educational scholarship support to graduates of Chelsea High School. The first award was made in 1998. Based on academic scholarship and financial need.
Application Requirements:
To be considered, applicants must:
- Be a graduating Chelsea High School senior in the current academic year.
- Dependents of employees of the Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan, members of the Board of Trustees of the Foundation, the Advisory Committee of the Chelsea Community Foundation as well as dependents of employees of Chelsea High School, dependents of the Chelsea School District and dependents of the scholarship selection committee are ineligible for scholarship consideration.
- Demonstrate academic scholarship and financial need.
-Be planning to attend an accredited post-secondary educational institution on a full-time basis, which must be tax-exempt and classified as an educational institution under the Internal Revenue Code.
Chelsea Area Players Scholarship
Description: If you've spent many long hours working to make the magic of theater and the arts a reality in Chelsea this is a scholarship opportunity for you.
Application Requirements:
To be considered, applicants must:
- Be a graduating Chelsea High School senior in the current academic year.
- Have been involved in Arts, Theater, Music, and Drama.
Chelsea Area Women's Service Club Community Service Scholarship
Description: This scholarship is based solely on volunteer and community service.
Application Requirements:
To be considered, applicants must:
- Be a graduating Chelsea High School senior in the current academic year.
- List your participation in Service Projects/Activities/Organizations outside of school. Please include dates, organization name, and activities completed. (ie: community, religious, national).
- List your participation in Service Projects/Activities/Organizations at Chelsea High School. Please include dates, organization name, and activities completed.
- List any accomplishments, honors, or awards you have received.
- Include a one page letter of recommendation from a teacher, counselor, charity director or person familiar with your community service.
- Write an essay.
Essay prompt:
Describe how volunteering or community service has shaped who you are today, what community service has taught you, and how you have made an impact in the community.
Chelsea Soccer Club Memorial Scholarship
Description: Katie Fox and Lon Stewart were long-time members of the Chelsea Soccer Community. To honor their lives, and dedication to soccer, the Chelsea Soccer Club (CSC) offers college scholarships to former CSC players who have demonstrated similar dedication, commitment, and sportsmanship.
The Chelsea Soccer Club will select winners, with input from Club and school coaches, and based on responses.
Application Requirements:
To be considered, applicants must:
- Be a college-bound Chelsea High School graduate in the current academic year.
- Be a current or former member of the Chelsea Soccer Club.
Dianne Kuhl Economics Scholarship
Description: This scholarship is in memory of Dianne Kuhl who was a postal worker for 30 years serving the Chelsea community.
She grew up on a cattle farm in North Dakota. Over her 74 years she was avid at canning food, gardening, growing flowers, quilting, sewing, knitting, crocheting, painting, wallpapering, furniture restoration, cooking and cleaning.
Application Requirements:
To be considered, applicants must:
- Be a graduating Chelsea High School senior in the current academic year.
- Additional preference is given to students with current or previous 4-H involvement.
- Write a MAX 600-word essay describing activities you've been involved in that reflect her skills and dedication to family, home and self-sufficiency.
Gamma Rho Boule Scholarship
Description: For graduating African-American male high school seniors graduating from a public or private high school in Washtenaw County.
Click the link below for more information.
https://www.aaacf.org/students/scholarships
George L. Palmer Scholarship
Description: Donna A . Palmer established this scholarship to support the graduates of Chelsea High School. The first award was made in 2011. The purpose of the George L. Palmer Scholarship is to provide educational scholarship support to graduates of Chelsea High School pursuing an education in a trade or vocation or an associate degree at non-profit college or university.
Application Requirements:
To be considered, applicants must:
- Be a graduating Chelsea High School senior in the current academic year.
- Plans to pursue a post-secondary education in a trade or a vocation or an associate degree at a non-profit college or university.
- Demonstrates leadership and character through extra-curricular activities , volunteer involvement and work experience in school and in the community.
- Demonstrates financial need.
- Have two letters of rec
- Dependents of employees of the Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan, members of the Board of Trustees of the Foundation, the Advisory Committee of the Chelsea Community Foundation as well as dependents of employees of Chelsea High School, dependents of the Chelsea School District and dependents of the scholarship selection committee are ineligible for scholarship consideration.
Essay prompt:
Answer the following two questions: What does community mean to you? How have you contributed to your community?
Hunter Allen Memorial Scholarship
Description: This scholarship is in memory of Hunter Allen known for his smile, good humor, friendliness, and outgoing personality endearing him to all.
A 2020 graduate from Chelsea High School he lettered in baseball, football, and bowling. Camaraderie, support, family and leadership were part of Hunter’s experience as a member of the bowling team. Appreciating that bond, the team was especially important to him.
Application Requirements:
To be considered, applicants must:
- Be a graduating Chelsea High School senior in the current academic year.
- Be a member of the Chelsea High School bowling team.
-Write a 250 - 500 word essay.
Essay prompt:
Describe what being a member of the CHS Bowling team has meant to you.
James K. Stringwell Scholarship
Description: Need-based scholarships for students graduating from public high schools in Washtenaw County who will be attending a public college or university in Michigan.
Click the link below for more information.
https://www.aaacf.org/students/scholarships
Josee Alvarez Memorial Scholarship
Application Requirements:
To be considered, applicants must:
- Be a graduating Chelsea High School senior in the current academic year.
Click on the link below for more information.
https://www.aaacf.org/students/scholarships
Linda Grasselli Sprankle Scholarship
Description: For African-American, Latino/Hispanic, and/or students who will be first generation in their family to attend college.
Click the link below for more information.
https://www.aaacf.org/students/scholarships
O'Quinn Family Edward Jones Scholarship
Description: The O'Quinn Family Edward Jones Scholarship is an opportunity for students who plan to enter an accredited four-year college or university, desire to study business, and who have developed a cursory understanding of the importance of ethical behavior in business.
Application Requirements:
To be considered, applicants must:
- Be a graduating Chelsea High School senior in the current academic year.
-Write a 250 - 500 word essay.
Essay prompt:
Describe what community means to you and have you have contributed to your community.
The AAACF Community Scholarship
The Bossory Family Scholarship
Description: This scholarship opportunity is provided by a past CHS graduate that hopes to play a small role in facilitating that same intellectual curiosity among the next generation of Chelsea graduates they were taught.
Application Requirements:
To be considered, applicants must:
- Be a graduating Chelsea High School senior in the current academic year.
- Have taken Economics, AP Economics, AP Calculus or is a member of the Economics Club.
Essay prompt:
If you could give one piece of advice to incoming freshmen, what would it be?
The Chelsea Area Garden Club Scholarship
Description: CAGC offers 2 - $1000 scholarships to high school seniors who are interested in agriculture, horticulture, the environment, climate action and/or conservation practices.
Application Requirements:
To be considered, applicants must:
- Be a graduating Chelsea High School senior in the current academic year.
- Write a short essay (250-500 words).
Essay prompt:
Describe a project that you have accomplished that aligns with the mission and values of the CAGC.
The Delanie Claire Maute Memorial Scholarship
"Wherever a beautiful soul has been, there is a trail of beautiful memories"
Delanie was just 12 years old when she was diagnosed with Ewing's Sarcoma, a rare form of bone cancer. After a courageous 9 month long battle and just months after her 13th birthday, Delanie lost her valiant fight with this awful cancer. Delanie's brief, yet impactful, life left a lasting impression on many, from her family and educators to her teammates and friends. Her zest for life was extraordinary; she embraced each new day with a vibrant spirit that positively influenced all who were blessed to know her. Devoted to her faith, loving family, and cherished friends, she dedicated every moment to fostering these treasured bonds. Delanie was truly a brilliant, shining star and is deeply missed by the many people that had the fortune of knowing her.
Description: This scholarship was created to honor Delanie's memory. It is offered to graduating Chelsea High School Seniors who are continuing their education at a college or vocational/trade school.
Application Requirements:
To be considered, applicants must:
- Be a graduating Chelsea High School senior in the current academic year (GPA is not a factor).
- Provide an essay (500 word maximum) describing how your faith, family or friends have had a profound effect on your life. Include how you envision these influences will shape your future as you pursue your academic goals.
If you knew Delanie, we welcome you to share a memory. Sharing stories or memories is one way we keep someone’s spirit alive, and we’d love to honor Delanie in this way. Please know that submitting a memory is optional and not required for scholarship consideration.
The Keith Hoeflinger Memorial Scholarship
Description: Keith Hoeflinger was a Chelsea graduate that participated in both high school and club soccer along with playing for Grand Valley State University. Keith was a team player, a loyal friend and tried his “best”. After graduating from college he took a gap year to work abroad as a camp counselor in Italy, “an incredible experience that he loved”.
This scholarship is offered to CHS graduates that are going to college, vocational school or may be considering a GAP* year.
*(Money can be used toward a gap year as long as your plans include acceptance into a program or employment opportunity. Documentation must be provided for fund distribution.)
There is no GPA requirement.
Application Requirements:
To be considered, applicants must:
- Be a graduating Chelsea High School senior in the current academic year.
- Be of quality character / truly enjoys helping others.
- Provide a letter of recommendation from a teacher, coach or community member with their contact info included.
- Write a MAX 600-word essay.
Essay prompt:
Describe your qualities that reflect Keith’s willingness to be there for others and how this scholarship may help shape your future.
The Lynda Collins Memorial Scholarship
Description: The Lynda Collins Memorial Scholarship is in honor of all the time, effort and love that Lynda Collins gave to the Chelsea community.
Application Requirements:
To be considered, applicants must:
- Be a graduating Chelsea High School senior in the current academic year.
- Write an essay that answers two questions (250-500 words) without the use of AI, ChatGPT, etc. to help you write the essay.
Essay prompt:
Answer the following two questions: What does community mean to you? How have you contributed to your community?
Robert L. Daniels Scholarship Program
Description: The Chelsea Community Foundation established this scholarship to support the graduates of Chelsea High School as a tribute to the memory of Robert (Bob) L. Daniels, a founding member of the Foundation. Mr. Daniels was an active member of the Chelsea Community. He served as mayor in 1961, was a member of the Chelsea School Board for five years, and was an advocate and volunteer for the Chelsea District Library, Chelsea First United Methodist Church, and Spaulding for Children. Mr. Daniels was a graduate of Chelsea High School, earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Business from the University of
Michigan, and went on the become president of Chelsea Lumber Company.
The purpose of the Robert L. Daniels Scholarship is to provide educational scholarship support to graduates of Chelsea High School that plan to pursue a post-secondary education in the building trades or building technology.
Application Requirements:
To be considered, applicants must:
- Be a graduating Chelsea High School senior in the current academic year.
- Plan to pursue a post-secondary education in the building trades or building technology and plans to enroll in a full- or part-time degree program at a vocational school or at a college or university that is tax-exempt under 501 (c) (3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended.
- Demonstrates leadership and character through extra-curricular activities, volunteer involvement and work experience in school and in the community.
- Dependents of employees of the Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan, members of the Board of Trustees of the Foundation, the Advisory Committee of the Chelsea Community Foundation as well as dependents of employees of Chelsea High School, dependents of the Chelsea School District and dependents of the scholarship selection committee are ineligible for scholarship consideration.
All awards will be made without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation or sexual identification.
Rotary Club of Chelsea Interact Club Scholarship
Description:
Rotary International is the world's first service club organization, with more than 1.2 million members in 33,000 clubs worldwide.
Rotary club members are volunteers who work locally, regionally and internationally to combat hunger, improve health and sanitation, provide education and job training, promote peace, and eradicate polio under the motto "Service Above Self."
The members of the Rotary Club of Chelsea are dedicated people who share a passion for community service and friendship.
Becoming a Rotarian connects you with a diverse group who share your drive to give back.
Application Requirements:
To be considered, applicants must:
- Be a graduating Chelsea High School senior in the current academic year.
- Be an active member of the CHS Interact Club.
- A short statement on how the applicant represents the Rotary motto of "Service Above Self".
Simply Comedy Scholarship
Description: Do you think you're funny? Are you a class clown? Do you even crack yourself up? Then the Simply Comedy Scholarship is for you.
Application Requirements:
To be considered, applicants must:
- Be a graduating Chelsea High School senior in the current academic year.
- The SCS committee has included an optional video submission that showcases your comedy stylings and creative mind as part of their scholarship application. Please keep the video under 30 seconds and school appropriate - PG13.
Equality Chelsea Leadership Scholarship
Description: The purpose of this scholarship is to encourage and reward students who show, by their leadership, exceptional empathy and service to vunerable or underrepresented groups in their community.
Application Requirements:
To be considered, applicants must:
- Be a graduating Chelsea High School senior in the current academic year.
- Be planning or pursuing a degree or skilled trade at post-secondary level.
- Submit essay.
- Submit current transcript.
- Submit letter of character reference.
Essay prompt:
Write a brief description of how you plan to continue to lead with empathy in the future, and how you have been shaped by your past service to vulnerable or underrepresented groups.
-List your relevant participation in Service Projects/Activites/Organizations inside and outside of school. Please include dates, organization name, and activities completed (ie: clubs, community, religious, national).
-List any relevant accomplishments, honors, or awards you have received.
Include one letter of recommendation written within the last six months; this letter should be a character reference (coach, mentor, employer, clergy, teacher, etc.) speaking to the applicant's leadership qualities and noting how their actions positively impacted others.
External Scholarships
The scholarships listed here are are just some of the many scholarships offered to students by organizations, institutions, foundations, and donors from around the world.
Be sure to check the detailed requirements for each scholarship listed on this page, as specifics may differ from provider to provider.
You can also use the following links to find additional scholarship opportunities, aid resources, and assistance opportunities.
Scholarships for Michigan Students and Families
Student Aid Grants and Resources for Michigan Families
Ann Arbor Community Foundation Scholarships
- NROTC Scholarship - Marine Option
- Coolidge Scholarship for JUNIORS
- DAR (Daughters of the American Revolution) Scholarship Opportunities
- Wittenberg University Bill Martin FULL TUITION Scholarship
- The Margrette Ann Taylor (MAT) Scholarship
- Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan Scholarships
- WCC President's, Procassini, and Excellence Scholarships
- Michigan Retailers Association Scholarship Program
- American 1 Credit Union Scholarship
- Lake Michigan Credit Union Hutt Scholarship
- MEA Scholarship
- Michigan Senior Scholarship Program and Student-View Scholarship Program
- Michigan Gem and Mineral Society Scholarship
- Shelving.com Business Scholarship
NROTC Scholarship - Marine Option
Coolidge Scholarship for JUNIORS
The Coolidge Scholarship is a full-ride, four-year, merit scholarship available to any current Junior planning on attending any accredited college or university in the United States for undergraduate study!!
The submission deadline is 5pm (Pacific Time) on 12/16/2025.
Click the link below to check it out!!
DAR (Daughters of the American Revolution) Scholarship Opportunities
Wittenberg University Bill Martin FULL TUITION Scholarship
The Margrette Ann Taylor (MAT) Scholarship
The Legacy of the Dove Foundation is thrilled to offer the Margrette Ann Taylor (MAT) Scholarship, which is designed to support and recognize African American female students who demonstrate academic excellence, leadership, and community involvement. This scholarship provides $2,000.00 in funding for college expenses and is open to students graduating in 2026.
Click on this LINK for more information!
Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan Scholarships
Check out the link below for more information!
Learn More about the CFSEM Scholarship Program here
WCC President's, Procassini, and Excellence Scholarships
Washtenaw Community College offers three types of scholarships to graduating high school seniors:
1. President's Honor Scholarship
2. Procassini Honor Scholarship
3. Excellence Scholarship
Process to apply:
- Apply to WCC (wccnet.edu)
- Write a statement of about 250 describing why they want to go to WCC, their college goals, activities and honors, both in and out of school
- Fill out the scholarship application (wccnet.edu/HSscholarship)
- Submit letter of recommendation (to financial aid)
- Submit high school transcript (to financial aid)
Michigan Retailers Association Scholarship Program
American 1 Credit Union Scholarship
Lake Michigan Credit Union Hutt Scholarship
Lake Michigan Credit Union is excited to share that the Lloyd F. Hutt Scholarship is back for it's 35th year!
For more information go to LMCU.org/Hutt
MEA Scholarship
Michigan Education Association Scholarship Opportunity. Click the link below for more information!
Eligible applicants go to https://mea.org/mea-
Michigan Senior Scholarship Program and Student-View Scholarship Program
The 2025 Student-View Scholarship Program is offering scholarships to high school seniors who plan to attend a four-year college, community/junior college or career school.
Simply log on to http://www.student-view.com and complete an application survery about colleges in your area.
Michigan Gem and Mineral Society Scholarship
Michigan Gem and Mineral Society Scholarship Opportunites
The application/forms can be found on the website: http://mgmsrockclub.com/
Shelving.com Business Scholarship
External Scholarship Search Tools
bigfuture.collegeboard.org/pay-for-college/bigfuture-scholarships
bold.org
careerinfonet.org/scholarshipsearch
careeronestop.org/toolkit/training/find-scholarships
collegetoolkit.com
fastweb.com
gocollege.com
knowhow2go.org
meritaid.com
scholarships.com
scholarships360.org
studentaid.ed.gov/sa/types/grants-scholarships
studentaid.gov/understand-aid/types/scholarships
www.cappex.com
www.careeronestop.org/Toolkit/Training/find-scholarships
www.chegg.com/Scholarships
www.collegeboard.org
www.collegegreenlight.com
www.fastweb.com/college-scholarships
www.goingmerry.com
www.michigan.gov/mistudentaid
www.niche.com/colleges/scholarships
www.petersons.com/scholarship-search
www.salliemae.com/college-planning/college-scholarships
www.scholarships.com
www.unigo.com