Grand Traverse Bay Area MEA Scholarship

In collaboration with TBA Credit Union, the GTBAMEA is proud to offer two to three scholarships valued at $1,000 each to support the academic pursuits of graduating seniors.

Eligibility Criteria:

  • Must be a graduating high school senior intending to enroll in a Michigan-based:
    • Technological or trade school
    • College or university
    • Community college
  • Must be a child or grandchild of a Michigan Education Association or MEA-Retired member
  • Must reside in one of the following counties:
    • Antrim
    • Benzie
    • Grand Traverse
    • Kalkaska
    • Leelanau

Selection of recipients will be based on academic achievements, participation in school activities, community involvement, and the quality of responses to essay prompts.

Application Process:

Interested candidates should reach out to their high school counseling office or contact Kathy DiPisa via email at dipisaka@yahoo.com. The application deadline is set for Friday, May 10, 2024.

Please ensure all applications are submitted by the deadline to be considered for this scholarship opportunity.

2024 Recipients

Mallory L. | Leland Public School

Alex R. | Traverse City West High School

Allyson S. | Kalkaska High School

Grace V. | Traverse City Central High School