MELINDA WILKES MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

This annual scholarship honors the memory of our friend and colleague, Ms. Melinda “Mindy” Wilkes. The Milwaukee Career College, Melinda Wilkes Memorial Scholarship honors the legacy of Ms. Melinda Wilkes, her dedication, remarkable generosity, and lifelong commitment to education. Mindy was known for her enthusiasm regarding her profession and life. The scholarship was established to keep her memory alive and support students who exemplify the characteristics she possessed.

“From what we get, we can make a living; what we give, however, makes a life.”

Milwaukee Career College will sponsor an annual scholarship: The Melinda Wilkes Memorial Scholarship. In awarding this scholarship, Milwaukee Career College does not discriminate based on race, color, creed, age, gender, sexual orientation, or disability. This scholarship carries its own set of eligibility criteria and procedures. In general, however, all application materials must be received by Milwaukee Career College on or before the specified date each year. Incomplete or late applications will be disqualified. The deadline is September 1st of the current calendar year.

MELINDA WILKES MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP - Awarded to an individual who will attend Milwaukee Career College based on demonstrated scholastic achievement and above average potential for success in their chosen field of work. Recipient shall be of good character and have a record of good citizenship and community service

1. Consideration will be given for, career and/or academic achievement and community service.
2. The student must meet established criteria to be eligible for scholarship.
3. The scholarship award is for tuition only. The award will be for the amount of tuition established prior to the program start.
4. The award may be terminated at any time by the donors for misrepresentation of documents, or violation of published school policy.
5. Program success is student’s responsibility; scholarship does not guaranty diploma, or certification.

SCHOLARSHIP RULES:

1. Applicants must submit a copy of his or her transcript results of your latest year of study or official copy of his or her GED.
2. References and completed reference written form must accompany the application.
3. Each applicant must submit an essay addressing how he or she believes access to higher education will influence his or her life.
4. Applicants must comply with the admission requirements for a full-time student.
5. Applicants must enroll in a Milwaukee Career College Diploma Program.
6. Applicant must be enrolled within 90 days of notification of award. Course of study is the student's choice.
7. The scholarship can only be awarded once to any recipient and cannot be applied toward any current financial assistance.
8. Current MCC board members will select scholarship recipients. Their decision will be final.

TO APPLY:

1. Download and print the scholarship in PDF form by clicking HERE
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           OR
   Download and print the scholarship in Microsoft Word form by clicking HERE
2. Fill out the Scholarship application form and submit all other required documents and information as required. Program information may be located on this website by clicking the "Diploma Programs" link. 
3. Hand deliver or mail signed copy to Milwaukee Career College.