Applications for Wilsterman Scholarships may be submitted by students who have graduated from a high school located within Genesee County, Michigan. Applications may be submitted in any of the six years following the year of graduation from high school.
Scholarship Details
- Scholarship awards of up to $5,000 per year
- Renewable for up to four years
- Available for college or trade school education
- Awards determined at the sole discretion of the Wilsterman Foundation Advisory Board
- Application deadline is March 1st
Eligibility Criteria
- Graduate of a high school located in Genesee County, Michigan
- Application may be submitted within six years of high school graduation
- No minimum GPA requirement
- Demonstrated financial need
- Evidence of character, motivation, and long-term potential
- Extracurricular activities and community service strongly considered
Application Process
- Download and complete the Wilsterman Main Application PDF
- Save progress using Adobe Acrobat Reader or a compatible internet browser
- Gather your most current high school transcript and any college transcripts if applicable
- Obtain one or more letters of recommendation from teachers, counselors, employers, clergy, or volunteer supervisors
- Attach the completed application, transcripts, and recommendation materials
- Email all materials by the deadline
- Confirm receipt of your application within two to three days and resend if confirmation is not received
Unlike typical scholarships, GPA is not a controlling factor. The Wilsterman Foundation is interested first and foremost in finding students who have great potential but may have struggled in high school due to extenuating circumstances such as work, family issues, setbacks or even “late blooming”. Extra-curricular and community service activities are also heavily considered, all with a focus on the student's character, financial need, and potential.
