Scholarships

LOCAL Scholarships

These are scholarship opportunities available to LHS students. See your school counselor or Mrs. Baker if you have any questions.

Golden Apple Scholars Program in Michigan

The Golden Apple Scholars program in Michigan is a teacher preparation program for students with the determination and drive to be outstanding teachers in Michigan Pre-K-12 grade schools. We support and prepare future teachers for immediate and lasting success in the most challenging teaching environments.

To learn more about the program and apply, click here.

Comprehensive Dentistry Scholarship for LHS Seniors

$1000/year and renewable for a total of 4 years

Click here to apply today!

We are excited to give a scholarship to one student who has proven to be someone with integrity who wants to have an impact on others. This student will have a very strong academic record and will have been involved in activities outside the classroom as well. We are looking to provide this scholarship to someone who wants to use healthcare, engineering or the sciences to impact people in a positive way.

Scholarship Committee:
1. Dr. Colleen Bullard (Will present at awards night)
2. Bill Bullard
3. One person from our company
4. Counselor chooses the top 5 candidates for us to interview

Qualifications:
1. Grade point average over a 3.5
2. Two character references
3. Field of study - Health Science, Science, Technology, Engineering
4. Renewable scholarship for a total of 4 years with the following requirements:
a. Above a 3.2 GPA
b. No legal issues
c. No school probation

The recipient of this award will be announced at the LHS Honors Convocation on May 22, 2024.

Deadline: April 22, 2024

The Donovan Xavier Baker Scholarship

A scholarship offered to African-American males ages 17-22 to assist in post high school education.

The Donovan Xavier Baker Scholarship Fund was created as a way to honor the short but beautiful life of Donovan Xavier Baker. Donovan graduated from Benjamin O. Davis Aerospace & Technical High School, attended Henry Ford Community College, and was attending Ohio Technical College as a full-time student and only had 9 months to completion of his education as an Automotive Technician when his life was cut short.

Award of $2500 to the winning essay to be deposited in winner's college account.

For more information and to apply, go to: thedonovanxavierbakerscholarshipfund.com and download the application.

Winner to be announced May 1st via US Mail. Please include an email address or phone number where you can be reached.

Deadline: April 30, 2024

Masonic Lodge Scholarship for LHS Seniors

This $1,000 scholarship is available to LHS seniors. Multiple LHS seniors win this award each year.

To apply, complete the online application below:

https://forms.gle/VvDKZz9EdL79XuFL9

Deadline: May 1, 2024 -- Extended Deadline!

Society of Women Engineers Detroit Professional Section (SWE-D) Scholarships

Our 2024 high school scholarship and award applications are now live!

College Scholarships Application Requirements:

Must reside in SWE Detroit’s section area
Must be in your senior year of high school OR current community college student
Must have a 3.0 GPA or higher
Must pursue an engineering degree at a university or college with an ABET accredited engineering/computer science program OR community college with the intention of transferring to a 4-year engineering degree
Must be a woman or other underrepresented gender in engineering and technology
Must submit all required documents within this Google form: https://forms.gle/pvmUDEYCRz5rtop7A

Please visit our website for further details.

2024 SWE-D Scholarship Application

DEADLINE: May 3, 2024

DETROIT ASSOCIATION OF UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN WOMEN (DAUMW) Scholarship 2024

The Detroit Association of University of Michigan Women (DAUMW) is pleased to
announce the availability of $1,000 scholarships, which will be awarded for
meritorious achievement to female students who are planning to attend classes
on any University of Michigan campus in the fall of 2024.

The gifts are not contingent upon the economic status of the applicant but are
based on the student’s academic record and her contributions in non-academic
endeavors that demonstrate her leadership potential. Interested students who
have been accepted and plan to attend the University of Michigan should send
their applications and the required credentials, which must be emailed no later
than May 3, 2024 to:

DAUMW1817@gmail.com
Subject line: Gagnon-Rosenthal-Smith Scholarship Committee

Download the application here.

For any clarifications or further information, feel free to contact me at (248) 376-2906.

Deadline: May 3, 2024

The Robotics Challenge Scholarship

The Robotics Challenge Scholarship is a $30,000 scholarship (up to $7,500 per year, for up to four years) award for a graduating high school senior participates as part of a FIRST® Robotics, National Robotics League, or VEX Robotics Competition Team and uses pneumatics in their robot. One merit-based award is available for the 2024-25 academic year.

Deadline: May 5, 2024, at 11:59 PM CST

Orlo H. Wright Scholarship for LHS Seniors

Click here to complete the scholarship application.

Scholarship Requirements:

You must be a member of the current graduating class of Lincoln Consolidated High School, with a cumulative grade point average of C+ or higher.
You will attach a copy of your transcript to this application
You may attach additional sheets if needed.
You must be planning to attend an institution of higher learning, whether university, college, or trade school, which is located in the United States of America.
You must agree that the decision of the Committee is final.

The recipient(s) of the scholarship will be announced at Honors Convocation.

Deadline: May 6, 2024

Libbey-Lowden One-Room Schoolhouse Scholarship for LHS Seniors

This scholarship is available to a 2024 Lincoln High School graduating senior.

Click here to complete the application.

Criteria:
1. Must be admitted to Eastern Michigan University.
2. Must be pursuing a degree in teaching.
3. Must have a minimum of a 2.5 high school g.p.a.
4. Must provide an essay about why you want to pursue teaching as a career.
5. Include community and school activities.
6. Provide two written recommendations from Faculty and/or community people.
7. Submit application and supporting materials to Mrs. Baker in the LHS Counseling Office or email baker@lincolnk12.org by May 6, 2024.
8. Once the high school counseling office has received the application and supporting material it will be forwarded to Daniel Makarewich, President, Lowden Schoolhouse Inc. for review by the committee.

Deadline: May 6, 2024

2024 LINC Parent Award for LHS Seniors

Multiple scholarships will be awarded this year to graduating seniors. This award is NOT exclusive to those students seeking higher education.

Students are asked to respond to the following prompt: Which staff member has had the most positive influence on you during your time at Lincoln High School?

The recipients of this award will be announced at the LHS Honors Convocation on May 22, 2024.

Deadline: May 9, 2024

LEA Scholarship for LHS Seniors

Complete this form to apply for the Lincoln Education Association (LEA) Scholarship. There will be 2 awards of $500 given to Lincoln High School and LCS Virtual Academy seniors only. Late applications will not be accepted.

The recipients of this award will be announced at the LHS Honors Convocation on May 22, 2024.

Deadline: May 10, 2024, at 2:00pm

The LHS Student Council Leadership Scholarship for LHS Seniors

The Lincoln High School Student Council program is comprised of elected leaders from each grade level. Meetings are open to any student at LHS who wants to be a leader, help plan school events, engage in community service opportunities and solicit the ideas and opinions of the student body and staff to help improve the high school experience for all. LHS is offering a $1000.00 scholarship to Lincoln High School graduating seniors.

Click here to apply today!

DEADLINE: MAY 13, 2024

Betty J. Jones Scholarship for LHS Seniors

Betty Jones taught French and Spanish at Lincoln High School (LHS) from 1964 to 1985. She exemplified the characteristics of a "great teacher" and truly loved to empower students and watch them thrive with the gift of knowledge. This scholarship has been established in loving memory by her friends and family.

To be eligible for the Betty J. Jones Scholarship, you must be entering Eastern Michigan University this coming Fall Semester. A $1000 scholarship will be awarded to one LHS senior who has a strong interest in the field of education.

The recipients of this award will be announced at the LHS Honors Convocation on May 22, 2024.

Click here to apply.

DEADLINE: May 13, 2024

The Pittman Scholarship for LHS Seniors

Click here to complete the Pittman Scholarship application today!

To be eligible for the Pittman Scholarship, you must be entering Eastern Michigan University this coming Fall Semester after commencement. Two $800 scholarships will be awarded to LHS students.

Deadline: May 13, 2024

2024 Juneteenth Scholarship

Click here to download the application for both scholarships listed below.

$1,500 Scholarship:

3.0 minimum GPA
Must pursue higher education at an accredited four year institution or community college
Must major in STEM curriculum
Must be of African American Male
Must attend CFA Juneteenth Scholarship Banquet on 6/22

$1,000 Scholarship:

2.5 minimum GPA
Must be an African American Female student
Must attend an accredited four year or community college
Must attend CFA Juneteenth Scholarship Banquet on 6/22

Deadline: May 15, 2024

The Dejanovich Scholarship for LHS Seniors

Qualified applicants must attend a post-secondary college or trade school and have a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher.

Return this application to Mrs. Baker in the LHS Counseling office with the following:

Letter of recommendation from one teacher.
A letter to Mr. Dejanovich or an essay outlining career goals after high school.
An acceptance letter from the college/university you plan on attending.

The recipients of this award will be announced at the LHS Honors Convocation on May 22, 2024.

Deadline: May 16, 2024

The Hallie Richardson Scholarship for LHS Seniors

This scholarship is for Lincoln High School seniors graduating with the class of 2024.

Requirements:
Submit this application with the following items to Mrs. Baker in the LHS Counseling Office.
1. Students must attend a post-secondary college or trade school during Fall 2024.
2. Two letters of recommendation. One from a teacher and one from a religious leader.
3. List any service which you have given to the community, such as church, scouts, or any other community/school group(s) you have belonged to.
4. a 400-word essay on "The Importance of Community Service".

The recipients of this award will be announced at the LHS Honors Convocation on May 22, 2024.

DEADLINE: MAY 17, 2024

Ileen Pickrem Memorial Scholarship for LHS Seniors

Ileen Pickrem was a 1927 Lincoln High School graduate. She served her country as a member of the Women's Army Corps (WAC) in World War II and registered electrolysist. She was a volunteer at the railroad museum. She passed away at the age of 90 in 2009. In her honor, LHS is offering a $1000.00 scholarship to Lincoln High School graduating seniors.

Click here to apply.

The recipients of this award will be announced at the LHS Honors Convocation on May 22, 2024.

DEADLINE: MAY 20, 2024

Tammy Sperle Memorial Scholarship for LHS Student Athletes

History: In February of 1996, Tammy Sperle was brutally murdered by an inmate while employed at the Huron Valley Correctional Facility. Tammy was survived by her husband and two sons who Graduated from Lincoln High School and participated in numerous sporting activities. Since 1997 Funds have been raised at the annual Tammy Sperle Memorial Golf Scramble for a scholarship in her name. Each year a $1000.00 scholarship is awarded to one male and one female scholar athlete based on academics and athletics. The scholarships are given by friends and family to honor Tammy’s love and dedication to Lincoln Athletics.

Click here to complete the Tammy Sperle Memorial Scholarship application.

Eligibility:

Students must attend a college or university in the following year.
Students must have at least a 3.0 GPA.
Athletes must have participated in at least one sport per year for all four years.
Athlete shall have no infractions per Athletic Code.

Requirements:

An essay describing "how high school sports have affected your life". (1page min-3 page max)
A letter of recommendation from a teacher.
GPA of at least a 3.0 or higher

Deadline: May 20, 2024

MACAC Maggie Miller Student Scholarship

This scholarship is a testament to the indelible legacy of Maggie Miller, a legendary counselor, compassionate educator, and fervent advocate for college education. Maggie's unwavering dedication to her students and her profound belief in their potential continue to inspire us all. Throughout her illustrious career spanning over 30 years, Maggie touched the lives of countless students, instilling in them the values of character, service, achievement, and integrity. Her infectious spirit, boundless energy, and mantra of "Never Give Up" resonated deeply with all who knew her.

In honor of Maggie's enduring impact, the MACAC Maggie Miller Student Scholarship aims to support exceptional students from our MACAC Member high schools who are embarking on their journey to higher education at a MACAC or NACAC member post-secondary institution.

Key Criteria for Eligibility:

*Must be a high school senior at a MACAC Member High School.
*Plan to attend a MACAC or NACAC member post-secondary institution.
*Attain a minimum unweighted GPA of 3.2.
*Share any financial need so it may be considered.
*Submit an essay or video as described on the application.

Each MACAC member high school is invited to forward two applications for consideration. Email Mrs. Baker in the LHS Counseling Department for a copy of the application @ baker@lincolnk12.org. Winners will be announced in early June 2024.

Deadline: May 31, 2024

Michigan Achievement Scholarship

Starting with the high school class of 2023, students will be eligible for more financial aid from the State:

Up to $2,750 if they attend a community college, per year
Up to $5,500 if they attend a public university, per year
Up to $4,000 if they attend a private college or university, per year

Students will be eligible if their family demonstrates financial need* when they complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

*Financial need is defined as an Expected Family Contribution (EFC) of $25,000 or less.

High school seniors can get started by following these steps:

File the FAFSA.
Create an MiSSG Student Portal account three to five business days after filing your FAFSA.

MICHIGAN ACHIEVEMENT SCHOLARSHIP WEBINARS

High school students and families interested in learning more about the Michigan Achievement Scholarship are encouraged to register for an informational webinar provided by Michigan Department of Treasury’s MI Student Aid team.

All sessions are free of charge and open to the public.

Tuition Incentive Program

A program for eligible students who have or have had Michigan Medicaid coverage for 24 months within a 36-month consecutive month period (between age nine and high school graduation) as identified by the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS).

Note: TIP expires six years after high school completion or four years if no award is received.

Click here for more application information.

DEADLINE: August 31 of senior year.