OMACCS LEADS! Scholarship

The Ohio-Michigan Association of Career Colleges and Schools (OMACCS) is offering our 2026 LEADS! Scholarship program for Ohio & Michigan high school seniors graduating by Spring 2026!  This year we are offering 147 scholarships at 16 Ohio and Michigan career colleges, totaling over $255,000, with FULL and PARTIAL scholarships available!  

The DEADLINE to apply is April 17, 2026, and please review the attached material to determine eligibility requirements, application guidelines and eligible colleges & institutions and programs & courses!  Refer to the Booklet for ALL requirements and eligibility criteria!      

OMACCS and its members are committed to providing higher education opportunities to students who are seeking career education. We consider it a privilege to assist in making students’ dreams come true, while at the same time playing a vital role in fueling the workforce and economy of Ohio and Michigan. We’re pleased to have the resources and the support of our member institutions to continue offering scholarships to students.

2026 Scholarship Opportunities

The Ohio-Michigan Association of Career Colleges and Schools offers 142 LEADS! Scholarship

Opportunities for graduating High School Seniors! Apply today!

Valued at OVER $255,000!

Excellent Opportunities for Post-Secondary Education in:

• AI Fundamentals
• Aviation Maintenance
• Aviation Technology
• Business Management
• Cosmetology
• Dental Assisting
• Early Childhood Education
• Energy Technology
• Google IT
• Healthcare Administration
• HVAC/Refrigeration
• Industrial Maintenance Technician
• IT/Basic Fiber
• Massage Therapy
• Medical Assisting
• Medical Office Administration
• Medical Billing & Coding
• Nursing
• Paramedic
• Pharmacy Technician
• Plumbing
• Radiology
• Real Estate
• Robotics & Automation Technician
• Surgical Technology
• Veterinary Technician
• Welding
• & MANY MORE!!

Preparing Ohio & Michigan’s Workforce for Jobs of Tomorrow

There are over 400 licensed career colleges and schools in Ohio & Michigan that provide professional, technical and career-specific programs in 200+ occupational areas; granting degrees, diplomas, and certificates.

All Ohio Career Colleges and Schools are licensed by the State of Ohio and overseen by the Ohio State Board of Career Colleges and Schools. Michigan Career Colleges and Schools are overseen by Labor and Economic Opportunity (LEO) and all are approved by the U.S. Department of Education.

Many career colleges and schools are nationally and/or regionally accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, The Higher Learning Commission (North Central Association of Colleges and Schools), Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools and many more.

Career college students account for about 90% of all the business, health and computer graduates; three occupations projected to be among the fastest growing jobs through 2026.

Approximately 77% of graduates find jobs in their field of study within 90 days of graduation.

The average cost of tuition at Ohio and Michigan Career Colleges is less than the average for all of Ohio and Michigan’s tax-supported community colleges, state universities, their branches and non-profits.

Colleges and Schools are privately owned and operated and not supported by any federal, state, or local tax money.

Sources: U.S. Dept. of Education’s Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS), Ohio State Board of Career Colleges and Schools, and Cyanna Education Services.

The Ohio-Michigan Association of Career Colleges and Schools (OMACCS), in cooperation with 16 participating career colleges and schools, is offering 142 scholarships. The primary objective of these scholarships is to provide students with the education and training necessary to obtain a job in an Ohio or Michigan business or industry and encourage students to learn more about leadership in their communities.

Available scholarships may cover full, one-half tuition, or a specific dollar amount. Awards for each individual scholarship are not transferable to other programs or schools. Finances for the scholarships are borne by the member schools and colleges and no state or federal funds are involved.

Who is Eligible?

• These scholarships are available to any current high school senior graduating from any Ohio or Michigan High School by June of 2026.
• The applicant needs a C average or better to apply. Students do not have to demonstrate financial need.
• Each applicant must be nominated by a local civic or a leader within the community.
• Any recipient of a scholarship must be able to meet the college or school’s entrance requirements.
• Each applicant is eligible to apply for up to three (3) scholarships but must use a separate application for each scholarship.
• The scholarship recipient must start classes either the summer or fall term following their high school graduation.