Gerber Foundation Merit Scholarship

Direct application

$5,750

Eligibility

Education level
High school

About this scholarship

Graduating seniors from select high schools in Newaygo, Muskegon, or Oceana Counties, Michigan, including home-schooled students in eligible districts, may apply for the Gerber Foundation Merit Scholarship.

The renewable merit award is worth $5,750 for required tuition, books, course fees, tools, or equipment. GPA thresholds vary by school; see sponsor flyers for eligible schools and minimum GPA requirements.

Apply online by February 28 at 4 PM Eastern Time. Applicants must plan to attend an accredited U.S. post-secondary program leading to a degree or certificate. Students planning to attend federal military or maritime academies are not eligible.

Essay questions

What else to submit

  • One letter of recommendation from a recommender of the applicant's choice
  • Academic information, including grades and test scores, provided by the high school or NCCTC counselor
  • Required application essays submitted through SmartSimple
  • One letter of recommendation from a recommender of the applicant's choice
  • Academic information (grades and test scores) provided by the high school or NCCTC counselor
  • Application deadline: February 28 at 4:00 PM ET
  • Submitted via the SmartSimple platform (gerberfoundation.smartsimple.com)
  • Attend an accredited U.S. post-secondary program.
  • Minimum GPA thresholds vary by eligible school; consult sponsor flyers for the applicable threshold.
  • Funds may be used for required tuition, books, course fees, tools, or equipment.