Scholarship for Wisconsin Students Pursuing Higher Education
GrantID: 68747
Grant Funding Amount Low: $3,000
Deadline: Ongoing
Grant Amount High: $3,000
Summary
This scholarship opportunity provides financial support to high school seniors who are planning to pursue post-secondary education. The program is designed to encourage students to return to their communities after graduation and contribute to the economic and social well-being of rural areas. Funding may be used to cover tuition, fees, and other educational expenses associated with post-secondary enrollment.
Applicants are typically required to demonstrate residency in a rural area—defined as towns with populations of 25,000 or fewer—and financial need. Eligible students may attend public, private, or home schools. The program places a strong emphasis on fields of study that align with the growth and sustainability of rural communities, including agriculture, healthcare, large animal veterinary care, environmental studies, and other areas that directly support local economies and community well-being.
This opportunity is intended for individuals rather than organizations or businesses, specifically targeting high school seniors. Scholarship recipients are selected through a review process conducted by a volunteer committee, which evaluates applicants based on residency, financial need, academic plans, and alignment with community-focused career paths. The award is limited in number and amount, with a fixed scholarship sum for each selected student. While this program follows an annual application schedule, selection and award timelines are structured to support students entering post-secondary education in the upcoming academic year.
The program encourages a commitment to rural communities by requiring recipients to plan on returning to their home areas following graduation, fostering a cycle of local engagement, professional development, and community sustainability. By supporting students’ educational expenses, the initiative aims to strengthen both individual opportunity and broader regional vitality, helping ensure that rural areas maintain a skilled and committed workforce in key sectors.
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