The RMHC® U.S. Scholarship Program

Click Here to apply for 2011-2012 RMHC U. S. Scholarship

Ronald McDonald House Charities® U.S. Scholarship Program provides financial assistance to eligible graduating high school seniors who face limited access to educational and career opportunities. Scholarships are awarded by local Chapters of Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC), with support from RMHC Global and McDonald's Corporation. Students are selected and awards are distributed based on demonstrated academic achievement, financial need and community involvement. 

Funding for the scholarship program is provided by local McDonald's Restaurants through their donation box funds and a matching fund from RMHC Global. Since its inception in 2002, Ronald McDonald House Charities of Greater Chattanooga has awarded more than $300,000 to local high schools' seniors; $1,000 per student.

How to Apply:

Students may apply online starting November 11, 2011. Click Here to apply!  Graduating high school seniors may apply for only one of the four scholarships. Applicants will be notified of scholarship award status in May-June 2012.

The deadline to apply for the 2011-12 academic year is January 27, 2012.  Supporting documents for scholarship applications can be mailed to:  RMHC US Scholarship Program, c/o ISTS, 1321 Murfreesboro Road, Suite 800, Nashville, TN  37217.

The four types of scholarships available include:

• RMHC/HACER (Hispanic American Commitment to Educational Resources)
• RMHC/African American Future Achievers Scholarship Program 
• RMHC/ASIA (Asian-Pacific Students Increasing Achievement) 
• RMHC Scholars 

For questions about the RMHC U.S. Scholarship Program or to volunteer on the RMHC of Greater Chattanooga Scholarship Committee please contact:  Jane Kaylor or call (423) 778-4331.