Mitchell Scholarship
Scholarship Sponsored by Mitchell Institute
Overview The Mitchell Scholarship application window opens December 1, 2025, and closes March 1, 2026. Each Mitchell Scholar receives a $10,000 college award, distributed in four equal annual payments of $2,500, plus access to a variety of no-cost programs, resources, and additional funding opportunities during and after college. For the coming cycle, the Mitchell Institute will provide 200 college scholarships across the state — guaranteeing at least one award to a graduating student from every Maine public high school who intends to enroll in a two- or four-year college in fall 2026. Who is eligible - Must be a full-time resident of Maine. - Must be on track to graduate from a public high school in Maine. - Must plan to enroll in an accredited two-year or four-year college or university in the fall semester immediately following high school graduation (fall 2026). - Students beginning in a two-year program may continue to receive scholarship support for up to four years if they persist in their education beyond the initial two years. How applications are reviewed Applicants are assessed on academic achievement, demonstrated community impact, and level of financial need. Important dates and notifications - Application portal opens: December 1, 2025. - Application deadline: March 1, 2026. - Award notifications will begin in late May and continue through July 2026.
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