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MCCF Scholarships

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Thank you for your interest in scholarships at Âé¶¹Ó³»­´«Ã½!

Each year, the Âé¶¹Ó³»­´«Ã½ Foundation is proud to provide more than $400,000 in student aid and scholarships. Please connect with our helpful financial aid staff to learn about all the financial resources that may be available to you. If you're wondering about next steps and how to apply to MCC, visit our Guide to Getting Started. We are all here to help as you pursue your dreams here at Âé¶¹Ó³»­´«Ã½.Ìý

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The MCCF is proud to have partnered with individuals, families, and organizations to create over 70 scholarships. To view the full listing of these scholarships please click here.

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*Please note that you must be an admitted MCC student with a student ID and email address to apply for MCC Foundation scholarships.

MCCF Legacy Scholarships


By completing one short application, applicants will be considered for almost all MCCF endowed scholarships, except for a few essay applications which can be found below.
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WhatÌýto knowÌýbefore you start:ÌýÌý

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  • Student eligibility: These scholarships areÌýavailable forÌýstudents planning to attend MCC in theÌý2026-2027 academic yearÌýbeginning inÌýthe fall 2026 semester.ÌýÌýÌý
  • Deadline:ÌýThis application will close March 15,Ìý2026,Ìýat 11:59Ìýp.m.ÌýInitialÌýaward notifications should be made in April 2026.ÌýÌý
  • Access:ÌýTo access the application, youÌýneed toÌýcompleteÌýan MCCÌýadmissions application and have a student ID number.ÌýIf youÌýhave questions,ÌýcontactÌýtheÌýMCC AdmissionsÌýOffice.Ìý
  • Completing:ÌýThe application will take about 15 minutes to complete and must be done in one sitting. You cannot saveÌýthe applicationÌýand go backÌýto finishÌýlater.ÌýÌý
  • Matching:ÌýByÌýansweringÌýtheÌýapplicationÌýquestions presented to you, you will be considered for different scholarship opportunities.ÌýÌý
  • FAFSA:ÌýYouÌýdo not need a completed FAFSA at the time you do this scholarship application; however,Ìýall scholarship applicants areÌýstrongly encouragedÌýtoÌýcomplete theÌý2026-2027ÌýFAFSAÌýwhich is open now.ÌýMCCF scholarships that note financial need as an eligibility requirementÌýwill require aÌýcompleted FAFSA for award consideration.ÌýCompleting the FAFSA opens doors to federal and state programs like Pell Grants, the Community College Guarantee, and Michigan Reconnect, helping more students afford tuition-free or reduced-cost education.ÌýPlease contactÌýourÌýFinancial Aid officeÌýto discuss FAFSA-related questions and to explore all options in paying for college.Ìý
  • Confirmation:ÌýAfter youÌýsubmitÌýyour application, you will receive a confirmation email.ÌýÌý

This application will close March 15,Ìý2026,Ìýat 11:59Ìýp.m.ÌýInitialÌýaward notifications should be made in April 2026.Ìý

MCCF Spring 2026 Semester ScholarshipÌý

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The MCC Foundation is offering a scholarship to help new or returning MCC students taking at least 9 credit hours who need assistance paying for their spring 2026 semester charges and college expenses.
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Funds used for this scholarshipÌýrequire that you live within the MCC service district (be in-district) or the Belding Public Schools district. If you are unsure, please call 989-328-1277 to verify.
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Students are strongly encouraged to complete their 2025-2026 FAFSA to receive all possible state and federal aid.
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Award amounts will be based on the number of credit hours for which a student is registered as follows:
  • 9-11 credit hours - $750
  • 12+ credit hours - $1,000

Application will close when funds are expended or by January 16, 2026.

MCCF "MCC Made Me" Scholarship


This scholarship application requires a short essay.ÌýThe MCCF "MCC Made Me" Scholarship is for a new or returning student pursuing a career in industrial trades (preference of tool and die) or nursing withÌýdemonstratedÌýfinancial need. Eligibility and instructions are provided on the application. Ìý

This application will close March 15,Ìý2026,Ìýat 11:59Ìýp.m.ÌýInitialÌýaward notifications should be made in April 2026.Ìý

MCCF Michael J. Seaman Memorial Scholarship


This scholarship application requires a short essay.ÌýThe MCCF Michael J. Seaman Memorial Scholarship is for new, current, or returning MCC students. Preference may be given to someone who hasÌýdemonstratedÌýleadership experience. Eligibility and instructions are provided on the application. Ìý

This application will close March 15,Ìý2026,Ìýat 11:59Ìýp.m.ÌýInitialÌýaward notifications should be made in April 2026.Ìý

MCCF Montcalm Democrats for Community Scholarship


This scholarship application requires a short essay.ÌýThe MCCF Montcalm Democrats for Community Scholarship is for a high school senior or current MCC student who hasÌýdemonstratedÌýcommunity service or involvement in public service. Eligibility and instructions are provided on the application. Ìý

This application will close March 15,Ìý2026,Ìýat 11:59Ìýp.m.ÌýInitialÌýaward notifications should be made in April 2026.Ìý

Looking for other sources of financial aid?


Aside from MCCF Scholarship opportunities, there are dozens of other grants, scholarships, fellowships, tuition assistance programs and more to assist you on your path to a degree or certificate.Ìý

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CONTACT US
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Lisa Lund, MCC Executive Director for the MCC Foundation
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989-328-1284
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