February 12, 2027

Nels Andersen Scholarship

Direct application

Amount varies

Eligibility

Location
Michigan
Major
Education
Education level
High school
Financial
Financial need
Enrollment
Full-time
Grades
GPA 2.5+

About this scholarship

Saginaw County, Michigan residents who are high school seniors or college undergraduates with a minimum 2.5 GPA and who are pursuing early childhood development, elementary education, or Career and Technical Education training may apply through the Saginaw Community Foundation.

Applicants must demonstrate financial need. Former Saginaw County Head Start participants, parents, or employees may receive preference. Full-time enrollment is preferred. Award amounts vary.

Selection weighs financial need, essay, scholastic record, community and work involvement, and leadership.

Essay questions

What else to submit

  • Financial need documentation
  • Financial need documentation
  • Selection weighs essay, scholastic record, community and work involvement, and leadership.
  • Former Saginaw County Head Start participants, parents, or employees may receive preference.