Nov. 1, 2024
High school seniors in the Kent Intermediate School District can now apply for the Inherit the Dream Scholarship to attend Grand Rapids Community College. This $1,000 scholarship is designed for students who identify as members of historically underserved or underrepresented groups and who are committed to community service and promoting diversity and inclusion.
Established in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., this scholarship aims to empower students to further their education and pursue their dreams. Recipients will be celebrated at the annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration in January.
Submission deadline:
Applications must be submitted by November 30, 2024.
Eligibility requirements:
- Graduating high school seniors
- Minimum GPA of 2.0
- Plans to attend GRCC full-time
Application components:
- A one-page essay responding to the prompt, “Why is college important to me?”
- A letter of recommendation from a teacher, counselor, coach or mentor
- Your high school transcript covering six semesters
Learn more about the scholarship and submit your application on our Inherit the Dream Scholarship Application webpage.