STAR Power Endowed Scholarship

Established in 2013, the STAR Power scholarship is intended to provide financial support for primary caregivers of a minor child who are head of household attending Monroe Community College and may be used for educational and living expenses which support the student’s ability to stay in school and complete their educational program.

ELIGIBILITY

1. Full or part-time students enrolled in a degree or certificate program other than Nursing. (There is a separate STAR Power Endowed Scholarship award for nursing students.)
2. Demonstrated unmet financial need and unique challenges in pursuing an education.
3. MCC GPA of 2.5 or higher.
4. Primary caregiver of a minor child who is head of household.
5. Willingness to meet with a member of the STAR Power Leadership Committee once per semester.

Award
$3,000 ($1,500 per semester)
Scopes
Foundation
Deadline
03/15/2025
Supplemental Questions
  1. Are you the primary provider for your household?
  2. Please select the semester you anticipate to graduate from MCC:
  3. Do you plan to be enrolled at MCC for the next academic year?
  4. What are your academic and career plans?
  5. Have you received the STAR Power Scholarship in the past? (Past recipients are welcome to apply.)
  6. Please attach an essay of 200-300 words on why you are requesting the funds. You should include: (a.) How this scholarship will directly impact you and your ability to be a successful student. (b.) The unique challenges you face as unique challenges you face as a primary caregiver of a minor child.
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