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Invest in Your Future

The Middletown Community Foundation awards scholarships each year to graduating high school seniors, college upperclassman, and non-tradtional students in the MCF service area. We believe every motivated student deserves the opportunity to invest in themselves through education.

$400K+
Awarded in scholarships to date
150+
Students supported annually
50
Years of investing in education

Supporting Middletown's Next Generation

Each year, the Middletown Community Foundation awards thousands of dollars in scholarships to indiviudals in our service area. Our scholarships are funded by generous donors who believe in the power of education to transform lives and strengthen our community.

Scholarships are awarded based on academic achievement, financial need, community involvement, and personal character. We encourage everyone to apply — the application process is straightforward and our staff is here to help.

Available Scholarships

Explore the scholarships available to Middletown-area high school seniors.

General Scholarship Fund

Open to all graduating seniors from Middletown City Schools. Awards are based on academic achievement, financial need, and community involvement.

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Renewable Scholarships

Multi-year awards for students who maintain satisfactory academic progress. Renewable scholarships provide ongoing support throughout your college career.

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Louie F. Cox Scholarship

Established in honor of Louie F. Cox, this scholarship recognizes students who demonstrate exceptional character and a commitment to their community.

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Miami Middletown Rising Scholarship

Supports students planning to attend Miami University Middletown, helping local students access higher education close to home.

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Marshall High School Scholarship

Dedicated to graduating seniors from Marshall High School who demonstrate academic promise and a desire to give back to their community.

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Cohen Cares Scholarship

The Cohen Cares Scholarship supports students who have demonstrated resilience, compassion, and a commitment to making a difference.

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How to Apply

Applications open each winter for the upcoming academic year. Follow these steps to submit a complete application.

1

Eligibility

MCF utilizes a common application so you don't have to worry about reviewing scholarship listings to find awards you qualify for - our volunteers will do that for you!

2

Gather Materials

Prepare your transcripts, letters of recommendation, financial information, and a personal essay describing your goals and community involvement.

3

Submit Online

Complete and submit your application through the Scholarship Portal before the posted deadline. Late applications are not accepted.

4

Await Notification

Scholarship recipients are notified in the spring.

Ready to Apply?

Log in to the Scholarship Portal to submit your application. Questions? Our team is happy to help.