Scholarship Opportunities
Scholarships and Financial Aid
FAFSA: Free Application for Federal Student Aid
Helpful Links:
Create your FAFSA ID and complete your FAFSA here.
Check out this video for a quick FAFSA tutorial, and this video about what to expect after submitting your FAFSA form.
Federal Student Aid has many YouTube videos that are helpful while you are completing your FAFSA. Check out their YouTube channel here.
If you have any questions about completing the FAFSA or scholarships, please contact our counseling office at 269-463-0735.
Local, State, and National Scholarships
Honor Credit Union offers the Community Commitment Scholarship to local seniors who have at least a 3.0 GPA. Applications are available here and must be completed by March 1, 2026.
Greenstone Farm Credit Services offers scholarships to graduating seniors who plan to study agriculture or a natural resources-related field. Applications are available in the guidance office and here and must be submitted March 1, 2026.
The Athena Scholarship is offered by the Women's Service League to Berrien County seniors who have a 3.0 GPA. Applications are available in the guidance office and are due March 2, 2026.
The SET SEG Skilled Trades Scholarship is available to students that are currently enrolled in a CTE program and plan to enroll in a college, technical school, or other accredited technical institute. Applications are located here and must be submitted by March 27, 2026.
The Chayse Your Dreams Scholarship is for students at Watervliet High School, Coloma High School, and Watervliet WAY who plan to enter a trade school, apprenticeship, union program, or equivalent. Applications are available in the guidance office and are due March 31, 2026.
The Michiana Two Cylinder Club offers a scholarship to students pursuing a degree in a agriculture related field. Applications are available in the guidance office and are due March 31, 2026.
The Corewell Hospital, Watervliet Auxillary offers a scholarship to students who live in Coloma, Hartford, or Watervliet and plan to study an medical field. Applications are available in the guidance office and must be submitted by April 1, 2026.
The Michigan Retailers Association offers scholarships to dependent children of owners and full time employees who have been employed at a member business. More information and applications can be found here. Applications must be submitted by April 1, 2026.
The American Legion Auxiliary from South Haven offers a scholarship to students who are a descendent of a veteran or current American Legion member and have volunteered for the American Legion. Applications are available in the guidance office and are due April 15, 2026.
The North Berrien Senior Center offers a scholarship to students who live in Watervliet, Coloma, Bainbridge or Hagar. Applications are available in the guidance office and must be submitted by May 1, 2026.
Sign up for a free, national scholarship newsletter here: Going Merry.
Here is a list of currently available national scholarships, the list is updated monthly.
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College Based Scholarships
Each individual college has scholarship opportunities for admitted students. Check your college's website for scholarship opportunities unique to their school.
Tip: Tuition Incentive Program
Ever been on Medicaid? You may be eligible for FREE college/trade school in Michigan through TIP
To check on eligibility call 1-888-447-2687 or visit MiSSG Student Portal