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Challenge Scholars

Challenge Scholars was established in 2013 for students attending Harrison Park or Westwood Middle School from 6th grade or Union High School from 9th grade. The award covers tuitions, fees, books, and supplies at any in-state public college or university on a last dollar basis. The program is funded by the Grand Rapids Community Foundation and other donors.

Year the Program was Founded 

2013

Promise Typology Category 

Place-based programs
Universal eligibility programs

State 

Michigan

Residency Requirement 

N/A

K-12 School Attendance Requirement 

Single High School
Two or More Middle Schools

Type of Award 

Financial Award

Financial Award is Limited to Students with Financial Need 

No

Financial Award is Limited to Students who Meet Academic Achievement Requirements 

No

Disbursement of Financial Aid 

Last Dollar

Year Requirement for Full Aid 

7

Sponsored by Single Agency 

No

Program Offers Support Services 

No