2024 Milwaukee Scholarships

Milwaukee residents deal with the same financial burden of college education as the rest of the United States. The median household income for Milwaukee residents is $38,289.00, and 12.1% of households earn at least $100,000 annually. We compiled this scholarship database to help residents of Milwaukee, WI more easily afford a college education. The scholarship search tool lets you easily browse all types of scholarships by location, type and school.

23.8% of Milwaukee residents have a college degree or higher, while 29.9% have a high school degree but no more and 17.0% have less than a high school education. Furthermore, 29.3% have at least some college education, 15.5% have a bachelor’s degree but no higher, and 8.3% have a graduate degree. It’s clear that a significant percentage of Milwaukee residents aspire to higher education outcomes, but it’s likely that finances get in the way.

Currently, 14.5% of people living in Milwaukee, WI are between the ages of 10 to 19, and another 18.1% are in their twenties. This age demographic is poised to take advantage of the below scholarships in Milwaukee.

How much total award money and scholarships are available for Milwaukee, WI residents?

There are 260 scholarships totaling $814,008.00 available to Milwaukee residents.

Are these scholarships available for Milwaukee high school students?

Yes, all high school students in Milwaukee can apply to these scholarships.

Are these scholarships available for current college students in Milwaukee?

Yes, all current college students and undergraduates in Milwaukee can apply to these scholarships. Other types of applicants include nursing students, teachers, working moms, etc.

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Alice E. Smith Fellowship
Sponsor:
Wisconsin Historical Society
Applicant must be a professional or nonprofessional writer, academic, or independent scholars. Cover sheet, resume, and completed book proposal (see link to book proposal form) are required to be submitted. Applications are accepted year round.
Deadline:
None
$2,000.00
Merit and Memorial Scholarship
Sponsor:
American Legion Auxiliary - Department of Wisconsin
Applicant must be a Wisconsin resident who enrolled at an accredited school and is the child, wife, or widow of a veteran, granddaughters and great-granddaughters of veterans are eligible if they are American Legion Auxiliary members. Minimum 3.2 GPA and financial need required.
Deadline:
March 15
$1,000.00
State President's Scholarship
Sponsor:
American Legion Auxiliary - Department of Wisconsin
Applicant must be a Wisconsin resident who enrolled at an accredited school and is the child, wife, or widow of a veteran, granddaughters and great-granddaughters of veterans are eligible if they are American Legion Auxiliary members. Minimum 3.2 GPA and financial need required.
Deadline:
March 15
$1,000.00
Child Welfare Scholarship
Sponsor:
American Legion Auxiliary - Department of Wisconsin
Applicant must be a Wisconsin resident who enrolled at an accredited school and is the child, wife, or widow of a veteran, granddaughters and great-granddaughters of veterans are eligible if they are American Legion Auxiliary members. Minimum 3.2 GPA and financial need required.
Deadline:
March 15
$1,000.00
Van Dyke Award
Sponsor:
Saint Norbert College
Applicant must be a full-time student to recognize quality academic preparation with participation in high school activities, community service projects and leadership roles.
Deadline:
None
$5,500.00
Amy Louise Hunter Fellowship
Sponsor:
Wisconsin Historical Society
Application, supplemental materials, or book manuscript eligible for publication by the State Historical Society of Wisconsin Press are required to be submitted. Applicant is encouraged to discuss his or her project with the editorial director prior to submission.
Deadline:
Open
$2,000.00
Kohler Co. College Scholarship
Sponsor:
Kohler Company
Applicant must be an employee or the child of an employee of Kohler Co. (or U.S. or Canadian subsidiary).
Deadline:
February 15
$3,500.00
Legacy Scholarship
Sponsor:
Milwaukee School of Engineering (MSOE)
Applicant must be a full-time incoming freshman student with a parent or grandparent who is an alumnus of MSOE. Indication of alumni relation must be indicated on the admission application.
Deadline:
None
$1,000.00
Sau-Wing Lam Music Scholarship
Sponsor:
Beloit College
Applicant must demonstrate talent with bowed string instruments. Selection is based upon recorded audition and recommendations by music instructors. Recipient agrees to participate in at least one performing ensemble during the year.
Deadline:
January 15
$5,000.00
Marjorie Brown Leff Music Scholarship
Sponsor:
Beloit College
Applicant must demonstrate talent in vocal or instrumental music, keyboard performance, or music composition. Selection is based upon audition and recommendations by music instructors. Recipient must agree to participate in one performing arts ensemble each semester.
Deadline:
January 15
$5,000.00
Rotary Overseas/American Field Service/Youth for Understanding Scholarship
Sponsor:
Beloit College
Applicants must be returning from a substantial overseas experience. Minimum 3.0 GPA and 500-word essay discussing their international experience are required.
Deadline:
January 15
$5,000.00
Warch Scholarship
Sponsor:
Lawrence University
Selection based up on high school record, recommendations, and extracurricular achievements.
Deadline:
January 15
$18,000.00
Conservatory Scholarship
Sponsor:
Lawrence University
Selection based upon musical talent, audition with faculty, and assessed potential in composition or musical education.
Deadline:
January 15
$18,000.00
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