Wisconsin Public Service Foundation College Scholarship

Name: Wisconsin Public Service Foundation College Scholarship

Award Amount: $4,000 per year

Information And Eligibility:
The Wisconsin Public Service Foundation College Scholarship is a long-standing financial support program created to help students from Northeastern and Central Wisconsin pursue higher education. Awarding $4,000 per year and renewable for up to four consecutive years (for a total potential award of $16,000), this scholarship is designed to reduce financial barriers for academically motivated students who demonstrate financial need. The program is funded by the Wisconsin Public Service Foundation, which has a longstanding commitment to investing in the communities it serves by supporting future leaders and strengthening the region’s workforce.

This scholarship provides funding for students pursuing any field of study at an accredited college or university, including two-year, four-year, and technical institutions. The program prioritizes students who show strong academic promise, financial need, and a desire to give back to their communities. Successful applicants typically demonstrate responsibility, leadership, and meaningful involvement in school, work, or volunteer activities.

The renewable nature of the scholarship makes it especially valuable, as recipients who maintain eligibility can count on financial support throughout their undergraduate education. Funds may be applied toward tuition, textbooks, academic fees, and other educational expenses. The scholarship aims to ensure that students from the WPS service area have the opportunity to pursue their long-term educational and career goals without excessive financial strain.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Must be a resident of Northeastern or Central Wisconsin within the Wisconsin Public Service service area.
• Must be planning to enroll or be enrolled full-time at an accredited college, university, or technical college.
• Must demonstrate financial need as part of the application process.
• Should demonstrate academic dedication and a commitment to personal and educational growth.

Application Requirements:

• Complete the online scholarship application on the Wisconsin Public Service Foundation website.
• Submit academic transcripts showing high school or college performance.
• Provide one or more letters of recommendation from teachers, counselors, employers, or community leaders.
• Submit all required materials by the February deadline for full consideration.
• Optional: include a brief explanation of community service or extracurricular involvement to strengthen your application.

Additional Details:

• The scholarship provides $4,000 annually and is renewable for up to four years (totaling up to $16,000).
• Recipients must maintain full-time enrollment and meet academic progress standards to renew the award.
• Award funds may be used for tuition, books, fees, and other education-related expenses.
• The program supports local students within the WPS service area and encourages long-term community engagement.

Deadline: February

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