Bio-Rad Michigan Scholarship
Bio-Rad creates reliable, easy-to-use tools that help scientists and medical professionals better understand health and disease. For more than 70 years, we’ve focused on making a meaningful difference in labs and hospitals—and our mission is, “we advance discovery and save lives, together.” Bio-Rad also recognizes the importance of being involved in our local communities and uplifting the next generation of students who may become the scientists and engineers of tomorrow.
The Bio-Rad Scholarship Program provides financial assistance to deserving, graduating high school students who wish to pursue careers in science or engineering. Applications are evaluated based on students’ personal connection to science and engineering; the originality, clarity, and persuasiveness of their answers to essay questions; and their personal alignment with Bio-Rad’s mission and values. Bio-Rad's values include Focused, Accountable, Sustainable, and Together.
This scholarship aims to support students who are preparing to graduate from high school and pursue higher education.
Any graduating, college-bound high school senior who is pursuing engineering or science with at least a 3.0 GPA may apply for this scholarship opportunity if they attend a high school within 50 miles of Ann Arbor, MI. Please note: Dependents of Bio-Rad employees should apply to the Bio-Rad Employee Dependent Scholarship instead of this opportunity.
To apply, respond to one of the prompts below about the power of science and engineering, future advancements in the field, or who your heroes are. Please also submit a letter of recommendation.
Bio-Rad may award additional scholarship awards per location based on the pool of qualified applicants, up to an additional $30,000 for the 2026 cycle.
Please respond to one of the following prompts:
1. How is science or engineering making life better for people across the globe right now?
2. What do you think the next big scientific or engineering advancement will be, and how will it affect society globally? (Please be as specific as possible.)
3. Who are your heroes in science or engineering? (Please describe their contributions and explain their importance.)
Winners and Finalists
July 2026
Winning Application
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The application deadline is Jun 6, 2026. Winners will be announced on Jul 9, 2026.
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Award amounts per winner are designated by the donor. Check the award amount for a detailed breakdown.
The winner will be publicly announced on Jul 9, 2026. Prior to the announcement date, we may contact finalists with additional questions about their application. We will work with donors to review all applications according to the scholarship criteria. Winners will be chosen based on the merit of their application.
Award checks will be sent to the financial aid office of the winner's academic institution or future academic institution in their name to be applied to their tuition, and in the name of their institution (depending on the school's requirements). If the award is for a qualified educational non-tuition expense, we will work with the winner directly to distribute the award and make sure it goes towards qualified expenses.
Before we award the scholarship, the winner will be required to confirm their academic enrollment status. Depending on the circumstances, verification of Student ID and/or their most recent transcript will be required.
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