About our scholarship award

The MCC Community Scholarship Award was developed to help young graduates who are interested in making significant contributions in the health and wellness field in the future. As we are keenly aware, professionals in these areas are desperately needed.  While we encourage all interested students to apply, strong consideration will be given to students who plan to continue their studies in the areas of mental, social and physical health. 

$1,000 will be awarded to a single qualified student living within the MCC service area, and may be used for both two and four year college costs as well as health and wellness certification programs.

Deadline for applications is April 10th. 

Student and counselor talking

Students: dream big and apply boldly!

Learn more about our scholarship and eligibility, then apply below

Any current high school senior living and/or attending high school in MCC’s service area

  • Service area includes: Marblehead, Swampscott, Lynn, Salem, and Nahant
  • Or, any students attending any of the North Shore technical schools including Essex Technical Institute, Lynn Vocational Technical School, Peabody Career Technical High School
  • Education Level: High school senior
  • Experience: Dedicates time to volunteering, non-profits, or extracurricular activities 
  • Field of Study:  Preference given to students planning to pursue healthcare, medicine, mental health, nursing, social work, psychology, or counseling
  • Applications will be collected between February 2025 and April 25th, 2025
  • The winner will be selected by a committee consisting of MCC board members and members of the community
  • One winner will be awarded $1,000 to be used for a two or four year college or certificate program
  • The winner will be decided in Spring 2025, and announced at graduation events in the winner’s community as well as a Community Champions Celebration, hosted by the MCC in early May

Ready to apply?

Complete the brief form with your contact information, your school information, and a brief essay.

Scholarship Award Form

General Information

Your Name(Required)
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Your Home Address

More About You

This may include work, sports, the arts, family time, etc.

Choose & respond to one (1) of the following two (2) questions:

Limit your response to 1000 characters
Share how you intend to make a positive impact on the world
Share how the current mental health crisis - especially for young people - has impacted your life or influenced your future plans
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