In collaboration with TBA Credit Union, the GTBA MEA-Retired 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 public high school senior intending to enroll in a public 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.

Application Deadline: Check back soon for more information!

Mail completed application to MEA-Retired/TBA Scholarship, C/O MEA, 12935 S. West Bay Shore Drive, Traverse City, MI, 49684 or e-mail to Kathy DiPisa at dipisaka@yahoo.com.

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

2025 Recipients

Alexa Bageris | Traverse City West High School

Ava Brzezinski | Traverse City West High School

Graham Martin | Suttons Bay High School