Each year, The Foundation at MCCC makes available nearly 300 different scholarships exclusively for MCCC students. Not all scholarships are need-based or require high grade point averages or full-time status. Many are program specific, and offered in traditional and technical career training programs.
The good news is that you are able to complete the application process completely online.
Funds are limited and will be awarded on a first-come, first-serve basis until exhausted. Apply as early as possible.
Remember, you must Apply for Admission to qualify for Monroe County Community College scholarships. While it is highly recommended that all students complete a current year Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), those students who are applying for scholarships that require demonstration of financial need, the student MUST complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), as explained on the How to Apply page.
Important things to remember when applying for Scholarships at MCCC:
It is recommended that your scholarship essay is checked for proper spelling and grammar before being submitted. If the scholarship requires specific topics to be covered in the essay, it is the applicant's responsibility to be sure all areas are addressed.
It is important for applicants to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Even though you may not qualify for Federal Aid, this process helps to determine the unmet need applicants may have and helps facilitate the scholarship award process.
REMEMBER: Not all scholarships require financial need and/or a high grade point average.
The deadline to apply for the 2025-2026 academic year was March 31, 2025.
For more information on scholarship opportunities or questions, please contact the Financial Aid office at (734) 384-4135.
Scholarships Provided by MCCC
Eligibility: Monroe County resident, cumulative high school GPA of 3.5 or better, leadership qualities, demonstrated participation in school and/or community affairs, must be enrolled for 12 or more credit hours per semester
Stipend: Tuition and fees
Number: Ten per year, renewable
Contact: Financial Aid Office: (734) 384-4135
Eligibility: Monroe County resident, full-time student, participating in the MCCC Band or MCCC Agora Chorale, audition required
Stipend: Tuition and fees
Number: Ten per year, renewable
Contact: College Humanities/Social Science Division: (734) 384-4153
Eligibility: Monroe County resident, demonstrated financial need, minimum high school or college GPA 2.5
Stipend: Tuition, fees, books and supplies
Number: One annually
Contact: Financial Aid Office: (734) 384-4135
Eligibility: Monroe County resident, age 60 or over
Stipend: 50% Tuition Waiver
Number: Variable
Contact: Financial Aid Office: (734) 384-4135
Eligibility: Miss Monroe County Pageant contestant, enrolled for a minimum of 12 credit hours for both fall and winter semesters of the year the contestant participated in the pageant
Stipend: $1,000 for tuition and fees
Number: Variable
Contact: Financial Aid Office: (734) 384-4135