SCHOLARSHIPS
Dedicated to helping you afford higher education.
Our Scholarships team can help with:
How to apply for scholarships at MTECH
Follow these steps to apply for scholarships, explore additional opportunities, and to make the most of available resources.
Complete the FAFSA
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is important - even if your program isn’t eligible for federal aid or you aren’t sure if you’ll qualify. Many state and need-based scholarships require the FAFSA, and it helps demonstrate financial need.
If you’re unable to complete the FAFSA, contact the Scholarships and Grants office to explore other options.
MTECH FAFSA code: 034133.
Complete the FAFSA
Complete the MTECH General Scholarship Application
This one application allows you to be considered for multiple need-based scholarships, including the:
- Utah Promise Scholarship
- Utah Technical Education Scholarship
- And other MTECH awards
The application is designed so you can apply once, and the Scholarships and Grants team will match you with scholarships that can help cover tuition and fees.
MTECH General Scholarship
Explore Additional Scholarships
Check out the additional scholarships listed below. Many of these opportunities are exclusive to MTECH students, meaning more opportunities, specifically for YOU!
These opportunities can be program-specific, donor-supported, or designed for certain student groups. Some scholarships may require a separate application. Availability changes frequently, so be sure to check this page regularly for updates.
Prospective MTECH Student Enrolled in High School
Tuition is waived for current high school students. As a high school student attending MTECH, you will be responsible for covering program fees and materials. Please visit the program pages to learn more.
Current High School Student
If you are a high school student currently enrolled in an MTECH program and are struggling to cover the cost of fees and materials, the On The Rise High School Scholarship is a good option to consider.
Awards are limited and one-time. Eligibility is based on need, attendance, and progress. For more significant challenges, please contact your Academic Counselor.
Apply for the On The Rise - High School Scholarship
Graduating High School Student
For high school students who will be graduating soon, please refer to the ‘Adult Application’ tab. This applies to high school students continuing in their MTECH program as an adult or starting a new program.
If you’re facing challenges related to food, housing, or other circumstances that may affect your ability to stay enrolled, please contact our Academic Counseling team. They can connect you with related resources.
Emergency applications are reviewed faster than standard scholarship applications, so support can be delivered quickly.
Additional Tips
Scholarship applications are reviewed every other week and may take up to 4 weeks to process. Academic Counselors can help you explore potential options and direct you to additional resources that may be helpful while your application is being reviewed.
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MTECH General Scholarship Application
Completing the MTECH General Scholarship is one of your first steps in receiving financial assistance. Completing this application opens the door for many opportunities awarded through MTECH. Awards vary on available funds and applicant qualifications.
Requirements:
Current or Prospective MTECH Student
Utah Resident
High School Diploma or GED
Completed the FAFSA Application
Good Academic Standing
When to apply:
Application timing depends on your current enrollment status.
- High school seniors should apply during their final stretch of high school, typically around January.
- Adult students should apply whenever needed.
- Students not currently attending MTECH should apply within two months of their program’s registration date.
Additional Scholarships
These scholarships are funded by donors and partner organizations. These scholarships are designed specifically for MTECH students. Application processes vary between scholarships.
LR Hughes Kiwanis Scholarship
For students in technical or trade programs, with a focus on youth.
Marriott Welding Scholarship
For adult welding or fabrication students who have completed 90 or more hours of instruction at MTECH.
White Knight Graco Scholarship
For Automation Technology or Machining Technology students.
External Scholarships
External scholarships are offered by organizations outside of MTECH. While some may be available to MTECH students, they are managed and awarded independently.
Be cautious. Legitimate scholarships will never ask you to pay a fee or guarantee an award. Be cautious of requests for payment, banking information, or unsolicited messages.
Helpful Resources
Federal Aid
Hours & Locations
Frequently Asked Questions
If your program requires an application, randomized selection, or waitlist, you may still submit the MTECH General Scholarship Application within two months before the program’s registration opens.
If you have not yet been accepted into the program, your scholarship application will be held and reviewed only after you have been accepted. Once you are accepted, you must notify the Scholarships & Grants Department so your review can move forward. Email works best: scholarships@mtec.edu.
If you are not accepted or do not receive a seat, you will need to apply again for the scholarship when you are ready for a future registration period.
MTECH General Scholarship Applications are reviewed twice per month, except during college holiday closures.
Common reasons for delays include:
- An incomplete or incorrect FAFSA
- Required steps to accept a scholarship have not been completed
Completing all required steps promptly helps avoid delays. Please note that other scholarships funded by private donors may follow different review timelines, depending on the donor requirements.
Contact your Academic Counselor as soon as possible. Academic Counselors help students explore options to stay enrolled, connect to available campus resources, and problem-solve academic or enrollment challenges that may be affecting their situation.
In the meantime, you are encouraged to complete the FAFSA and submit the MTECH General Scholarship Application so you can be considered for available funding.
Possibly. Scholarship deferrals depend on the terms of each individual scholarship, and not all scholarships allow deferrals.
Yes! You are encouraged to submit the MTECH General Scholarship Application, even if you are unable to complete the FAFSA or are not Pell Grant eligible.
While many MTECH scholarships consider FAFSA information, not all scholarships require FAFSA completion or Pell eligibility. Submitting the MTECH General Scholarship Application allows our Scholarships & Grants team to determine whether you may be eligible for other funding opportunities.
If you are unable to complete the FAFSA, you will be given an opportunity within the application to share additional context.
Need additional information?
Scholarships Team
801-753-4229
scholarships@mtec.edu