The following scholarships, for deserving and qualified MCC students, are made available annually by the MCC Foundation and contributions from businesses, individuals and organizations. In honor of Greg Alsip, former administrator of the Fort Morgan Medical Group, the Sunrise Optimist Club awards scholarships yearly to graduates of Fort Morgan High School who demonstrate scholastic achievement and a desire for continuing education. The family of Brad Amack has created an endowed scholarship fund in his memory for students to attend Morgan Community College. Awards are made to students enrolled in a minimum of six hours a semester, who demonstrate financial need, and are residents of Northeastern Colorado. Students must maintain a 2.5 grade point average and preference is given to those pursuing a career in forestry or natural resources.
Second preference is any degree program.
Approximately ten scholarships are awarded to Morgan County high school graduates who are scholastically able and financially deserving of this award. Students may apply for both their local high school Bloedorn award and the MCC Bloedorn scholarship. E. Earl Franks Scholarship Amounts vary for this annual scholarship established by Bonnie Franks in memory of her husband. The annual scholarship is available to applicants who are 23 years or older, demonstrate financial need, and enroll in a minimum of six credit hours. First preference is given to students living in Morgan County and second preference is students living in MCC s service area.