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Location & Contact Details

Office Hours

Monday – Friday
7:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Address:

West Catholic High School
1801 Bristol Ave NW
Grand Rapids, MI 49504

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College Scholarships

For those who are interested in pursuing higher education, there are a number of scholarship opportunities available to West Catholic students. Explore the links below for more information.

Outside Scholarships

Rockford Sportsmans Club
The RSC Scholarship was established approximately 55 Years ago. It provides one monetary award of $ 2,000.00 for a promising Kent County post secondary student, who has shown an educational and career commitment to the study of the environment or law enforcement, shows a commitment to communicate and interpret a love of nature, and an understanding of the need to practice conservation.”
Students will find the forms and specific instructions necessary to apply at:  www.rockfordsportsmansclub.com. The specific link to the scholarship page is: http://www.rockfordsportsmansclub.com/about-rsc/scholarship/ 
Applications are due by May 1, 2024.
GRAND RAPIDS COMMUNITY COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIPS
The deadline for GRCC Foundation scholarships is March 15. Encourage your students to complete one simple scholarship application, students will be considered for over 300 different scholarships, totalling $1 million dollars. For additional information about GRCC scholarships, visit grcc.edu/scholarships.
Vivian Kommer Scholarship
This scholarship is for a senior graduating from WC going into business or pre-law.  Students must have a 3.0.
By filling out this application you are also filling out the general application for almost 80 local scholarships.
This scholarship WILL be awarded to a WC student.

ECON Club of Grand Rapids

https://econclub.net/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/45th-Annual-Essay-Contest-Flyer-1.pdf

Citizens Scholarship
Citizens wants to honor the dedication of students and families pursuing higher learning. There are no essays, no report cards- just a couple of easy registration steps to enter!

  • Fill out the registration form to be entered for a chance to win a Grand Prize of $15,000 to use towards school expenses and one of the $2,500 monthly prizes!
  • Additionally, each quarter a student who meets the required criteria for the Minority Scholarship Prize will be eligible to win a $2,500 quarterly prize.
  • This Sweepstakes is open to high school seniors, undergrad and graduate students as well as parents or sponsors of high school, undergrad or graduate students.  Students must plan on attending college, or be currently enrolled at least half-time in an eligible, accredited undergrad/grad post-secondary institution.

SkillPointe Foundation Scholarships

  • Multiple $1,000 scholarships every month for individuals pursuing technical/vocational training in construction, healthcare, energy, manufacturing, transportation and other fields
  • Application deadline is the last day of every month and a minimum of 2 winners will be notified approximately 6 weeks from entry.
  • Exclusively for individuals wishing to gain a certificate, credential or 2 year degree.
  • For more information and to apply, click here

CALVIN UNIVERSITY ENTRADA SCHOLARS PROGRAM

Calvin University Entrada Scholars Program – for high school juniors or seniors who are racial ethnic minority students. For more information please click HERE

THE UNIVERSITY CLUB OF GRAND RAPIDS

The University Club of Grand Rapids Scholarship Foundation has been established for individuals in the West Michigan area who intend to build, support, and serve the West Michigan community after graduation.

The amount of this scholarship is $1000. It may be renewed for three additional, consecutive years upon the completion of a Renewable Application form. The student must maintain a GPA of 3.0 or higher (or comparable performance) each year for renewal. This comes to a $4000 total over four years.

The scholarship can be applied to university/college, trade schools and other 2 or 4 year after high school programs.

The purpose of this scholarship is to assist students who express a strong desire to build, support, and serve the West Michigan community upon completion of their studies.

I have attached a document with our application to this email. If you could pass this on to your current seniors and homeschoolers in your area that would be greatly appreciated!

Any questions may be directed to Fae Lemkuil at (616) 456-8623 or universityclubgr.com

CONGRESSIONAL APP CHALLENGE

Congresswoman Scholten invites all students interested in coding to show off their coding skills by entering the Congressional App Challenge!  Find more information at http://www.congressionalappchallenge.us/

PANTHERA EDGE/JIM & KATHERINE BROWN SCHOLARSHIP

The Panthera Edge Foundation’s Jim and Katherine Brown Scholarship’s mission is to foster the development of successful, independent adults via education, health living and strong character.  Application and essay topic are available in the School Counseling Office.

The Community West Credit Union has just opened their 17th annual Scholarship application window.    A direct link to the scholarship webpage is: https://www.communitywestcu.org/vern-hyde-scholarship/
SUZANNE’S HOPE SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship was created in honor of an individual’s mother who helped with financial planning and with supporting future plans.  It includes answering questions (some which are about finances and future plans) and including a resume.
Michigan Retailers Association
Will be awarding 13 one-year scholarships worth $3,500.  They will be awarded to dependent sons and daughters of owners or full-time employees who will have at least one year of emplyment at a MRA member business as of January 1, 2024 (must have begun employment by July 1, 2023) OR Part-time employees who are full-time students and will have at least six months of employment at an MRA member business as of January 1, 2024 (must have begun employment July 1, 2023).  Deadline to apply is April 1, 2024.  Apply online at Retailers.com/member-benefits/scholarship-program

Consumers Credit Union is offering one $10,000 scholarship and 10 $1,000 scholarships to award Michigan High School Seniors.

The Better Business Bureau Serving Western Michigan is seeking applications for its 2024 BBB Trust Scholarship. The scholarship honors young leaders who demonstrate Trust and Ethics in their daily lives as they work to make a difference in their school and community. This scholarship is open to High School seniors (class of 2024) who will attend college in the fall of 2024. BBB will award three (3) scholarships worth $1,500 each. 

Applications must be received by March 29, 2024 to be considered. Complete eligibility and rules, along with a link to apply can be found at BBB.org/wmiawards or go directly to the application here.
Information for the Great Lakes Youth Scholarship can be found by clicking HERE

Scholarships for WC Graduates