Private Scholarships
Private scholarships are funds awarded to students by external organizations outside of UW-Green Bay, such as community nonprofits or local businesses. Unlike loans, scholarships do not need to be repaid. We encourage you to start your search by considering organizations you may already know. Scholarships may be offered by:
- Your high school
- Clubs or organizations where you are a member
- Your employer or employers connected to your family or support network
- Other local community businesses
The other resources on this page are a helpful starting point for students who would like to conduct a broader search. Students must report outside aid, including scholarships and veteran benefits.
Other Resources
Use caution when researching potential scholarships outside of UW-Green Bay. If you're asked for payment or bank account information to access scholarships, it's most likely a scam. Because these scholarships are from outside organizations, we can't guarantee the accuracy of the information, nor are we responsible for the content in any of these outside sites or sources of information. Keep in mind: no site can guarantee a scholarship, regardless of the amount of money paid to them.
National Search Engines
- College Board's FUND FINDER: lists scholarships and other types of financial aid programs from 3,300 national, state, public and private sources. The database is updated annually.
- CollegeScholarships.org: includes general scholarship information, tips, and a scholarship search by degree type, major field, eligibility requirements, and Fortune 500 companies like Coca Cola and Ford Motor Company.
- Department of Education Scholarship Information: an office of the U.S. Department of Education. Has a wealth of knowledge regarding types of scholarships available, how and when to apply and how a scholarship might affect other student aid.
- FastWeb: the nation's recognized leader in helping students make the decisions that shape their lives: choosing a college, paying for college and finding jobs during and after college.
- Scholarship America: a non-profit organization that partners with Scholarship Management Services to offer a one-stop shop search option for scholarships.
- Scholarships.com: one of the Internet's most respected and trusted sources of scholarship information for undergraduate and graduate students.
Regional Community Foundations
- Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region, Inc.: various scholarships for students who reside in Wisconsin or Fox Valley.
- Door County Scholarship Network: the most comprehensive source for local scholarship information for students from Door County. Students of all ages can use this website to search for scholarships that match their background and educational plans.
- Greater Green Bay Community Foundation: the community's connection to many scholarship options for local students. Each scholarship has unique eligibility requirements, from the high school you attend to your intended major in college and more.
- Luxemburg-Casco Scholarships, Inc.: a local volunteer organization designed to assist Luxemburg-Casco students complete post-secondary education.
- CollegeReadyWI: a local non-profit scholarship program funded by local donations for Brown and Door County high school seniors. Academics, extracurricular activities and leadership potential are all considered along with financial need (based off of FAFSA). The Student Aid Report (SAR) must be submitted with the completed application and required documents.
- Shawano Dollars for Scholars: has opportunities for high school students and returning adult students who live within the boundaries of the Shawano School District as well as continuing college students who graduated from Shawano High School.
Questions?
Navigating scholarships can be difficult, but it’s well worth it. If you need any help, let us be your guide.