Scholarships for Current Honors College Members
Study Abroad:
Research and Thesis:
General and Program-Related Scholarships:
- Adams Scholarships
- Alumni Association Scholarships
- Cole Excellence Awards
- Glass Scholarship
- Seevers Scholarships
Study Abroad
Benschop International Enrichment Award
The John A. and Irma L. Benschop International Enrichment Award (for Study Abroad) helps defray travel expenses for Honors College members participating in international study programs. Applications are due near the middle of October for winter break or Spring Semester programs and at the beginning of March for Summer, Fall, or academic year programs.
- Study Abroad Scholarship Program Description (PDF)

- Honors College Scholarship/Fellowship Application (PDF)

Cole International Study Award
The Jeffrey and Kathryn Cole International Study Award provides funds for Honors College members participating in study abroad programs. Applications are due near the middle of October for winter break or Spring Semester programs and at the beginning of March for Summer, Fall, or academic year programs.
- Study Abroad Scholarship Program Description (PDF)

- Honors College Scholarship/Fellowship Application (PDF)

Research and Thesis
Genevieve Gillette Fellowships
Each spring two students planning to produce a senior thesis or equivalent project are awarded Genevieve Gillette Fellowships to cover living expenses during the summer before the senior year. The stipends are made possible thanks to the generosity of Ms. Gillette, an alumna of Michigan State University and a long-time friend of undergraduate education.
- Genevieve Gillette Fellowships Description (PDF)

- Honors College Scholarship/Fellowship Application (PDF)

Honors College Research Fund
The Honors College Research Fund, sustained by donations from alumni and other friends of the Honors College, enables talented undergraduates with focused research interests to pursue individual projects under faculty supervision. Modest funding is available for creative, well-developed projects in all areas of the curriculum.
Support generally falls into one of two categories:
1) equipment and supplies, or
2)
stipends for travel and/or on-campus expenses.
Hymen and Miriam Stein Scholarship
The Hymen and Miriam Stein Scholarship funds research by an Honors College student who proposes a substantial, interesting, and innovative senior thesis or project. The award funds the recipient's living and research expenses and provides a scholarship during his or her senior year.
- Hymen and Miriam Stein Scholarship Description (PDF)

- Honors College Scholarship/Fellowship Application (PDF)

General and Program-Related Scholarships
Walter and Pauline Adams Scholarships
The Walter and Pauline Adams Scholarships assist Honors College members with strong academic records and leadership ability who are planning careers in public service or the law. A number of one-year scholarships are awarded each year.
Honors College Alumni Association Scholarships
The Honors College Alumni Association Scholarships are intended to assist Honors College students with a record of excellence who demonstrate additional financial need. Both academic accomplishment, as evidenced by GPA and Honors course work, and financial need will be taken into consideration.
Cole Excellence Awards
The Cole Excellence Awards are available to Honors College students to offset tuition and other costs of attending Michigan State University. These scholarships are intended to reward members who demonstrate academic excellence through a high cumulative GPA in a program enriched by Honors experiences. A number of one-year scholarships are awarded each year.
Jeff and Diana Glass Endowed Scholarship
The Jeff and Diana Glass Endowed Scholarship assists Honors College members who participate in the Spartan Marching Band, the Concert Band, or the Symphonic Band. Awards will be made based on both overall academic accomplishment and musical ability.
Gary L. Seevers Scholarships
The Gary L. Seevers Scholarship assists Honors College members who are majoring in an area offered by the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources. Each year two scholarships, renewable for four years, are awarded to incoming freshmen and two one-year scholarships are awarded to continuing students.
- Gary L. Seevers Scholarships Description (PDF)

- Honors College Scholarship/Fellowship Application (PDF)

