Additional Scholarships and Grants

Eligibility for the programs below will be determined through the completion of your FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid). 

Federal Pell Grant

The Federal Pell Grant is available to students who qualify by completing the FAFSA. The award can be as much as $5,920 per year and is determined by the Expected Family Contribution (EFC).

Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant

The Federal SEOG (FSEOG) is available to students who qualify by being eligible for the Federal Pell Grant. These awards can be as much as $600 per year. To get an FSEOG, you must fill out the FAFSA so we can determine how much financial need you have.

Michigan Competitive Scholarship (MCS)

A need and merit-based award given to students who qualify based on their EFC and ACT/SAT scores. Additional information and eligibility requirements are available on the MCS Fact Sheet.

Michigan Tuition Grant (MTG)

A need-based award giving students increased access to attend private, independent, non-profit institutions. Students qualify based on the EFC. For consideration, please place Kuyper College in the #1 position on your FAFSA (school code 002311). Additional Information and eligibility requirements are available on the MTG Fact Sheet.

Michigan Tuition Incentive Program (TIP)

Awarded to students who received Medicaid assistance during their childhood or if the student is adopted. TIP is an incentive program that encourages eligible students to complete high school by providing tuition assistance.  Students in Kuyper’s Associate Degree program are eligible to receive funds through Phase I.  Eligible students must apply prior to high school graduation or GED completion. Students in Kuyper’s Bachelor’s Degree program are eligible for Phase II benefits during their junior and senior years. The TIP program targets students with financial need so students are encouraged to complete the FAFSA. Additional Information and eligibility requirements are available on the TIP Fact Sheet.

Federal Work-Study Program

Funds for the Federal Work-Study Program come from the federal government. Students are awarded Federal Work-Study money based on their financial need as determined by the completed FAFSA. Students must be U.S. citizens or eligible non-citizens to receive these funds. At Kuyper, this will be available to you in the form of student employment. Even if you are not eligible for the Federal Work-Study Program, you are still encouraged to apply for an on-campus job. 

More information regarding student aid in Michigan can be found on the Web at MI Student Aid.  
Or contact the Financial Aid Office at 616.988.3656 or via financialaid@kuyper.edu.

Along with the suggestions below, we encourage you to check with your employer or your parent’s employer(s) for scholarship opportunities.
Deadline dates vary, so check early to be sure to be eligible. 

The American Fire Sprinkler Association

American Legion - Department of Michigan

Asian & Pacific Islander American Scholarship

AXA Foundation

Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship

Burger King Scholars Program

Cancer Survivor’s Fund

Christian Missionary Scholarship Foundation

CRC Race Relations Scholarship

College Jumpstart Scholarship

Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR)

Eric Verhaar Memorial Scholarship

Grand Rapids Area Chamber Athena Scholarship (Women 30+)

Grand Rapids Community Foundation

Hispanic Scholarship Fund 

Mesothelioma Cancer Alliance Scholarship

Michigan Retailers Association (MRA) 

National Federation of the Blind

QuitDay - for students who share a vision for a smoke-free world

Reformed Church in America (RCA) NGMEF 

Ronald McDonald House Charities

SallieMae Scholarship Search

TravelNursing.org Nursing Education Scholarship

Tylenol Future Care

UNCF Scholarships

US Bank Scholarship

Walmart Associates & Dependents

Wells Fargo Bank College Steps 

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