Scholarships
FCCLA Members are a step ahead of the competition when it comes to scholarships. Through their involvment with FCCLA, the Ultimate Leadership Experience, members develop skills and experiences that scholarship funders are looking for - not just for FCCLA scholarships either! The scholarships listed below are open to FCCLA members, and several colleges and universities also offer FCCLA scholarships. so be sure to check that out.
In addition to the scholarships listed here, National FCCLA has a list of available scholarships and awards posted on their website. Check it out >>
Family & Consumer Science Educators of Michigan Scholarship
Two $1000 scholarships provided annually to Michigan FCCLA members that are planning to study a career related to Family & Consumer Sciences
Ethel O. Washington Scholarship - Michigan Association of Family & Consumer Sciences
Dr. Washington, who died in March of 2002, was a tireless advocate for Family and Consumer Science education. This $1,000 scholarship is given to a student at a two-year or four-year college or university in the State of Michigan, with a major in Human Ecology/ Home Economics/Family and Consumer Sciences or related program (Child Development, Interior Design Nutrition, Human Services, etc.) or to a high school senior who has been accepted into a related program for the school year of 2012-2013. The criteria are: high academic ability, evidence of leadership, and career goals in any area of Human Ecology/Home Economics/Family Consumer Sciences.
Other Scholarships
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FCCLA members are encouraged to apply for other scholarships as well. The opportunities that our members have had through their involvement with programs, community service, leadership, STAR Events, and career development set them a cut above the rest of the applicants - even on scholarships that aren't FCCLA specific. Some links include: