High school seniors in the area have an opportunity to earn a share of scholarships being offered to help the with the cost of attending technical colleges.
The Wisconsin Public Service Foundation is partnering with the Wisconsin Technical College System to offer technical college scholarships for the 58th year. The aim is to strengthen student education, helping students pursue technical diplomas or associate’s degrees at northeast and north-central Wisconsin schools.
Individual scholarships of up to $750 are available. Last year, the foundation awarded around $20,000 to 28 students through its technical college scholarships.
Map of the service area for eligible scholarship applicants.
High school seniors living in the eligible service area, which comprises most of northeast Wisconsin, are eligible to receive a scholarship if they plan to attend one of the following colleges:
- Fox Valley Technical College
- Lakeshore Technical College
- Northcentral Technical College
- Nicolet Technical College
- Mid-State Technical College
- Northeast Wisconsin Technical College
Scholarships will be awarded based on academic achievement, school and community leadership activities, as well as financial need.
Applications can be submitted online through the Northeast Wisconsin Technical College website through April 30.
