The Central Midwest Regional Council of Carpenters (CMRCC) is excited to announce that applications are now open for its annual scholarship program. Committed to supporting accessible and affordable education, CMRCC welcomes applicants pursuing either union trade schools or college programs. Each year, the council awards forty $1,000 scholarships to eligible dependents of its members. In 2026, twenty scholarships will be granted based on academic merit, and twenty will be awarded through a random drawing. The CMRCC academic scholarships are evaluated using 60% high school GPA and 40% SAT or ACT scores. An additional twenty scholarships are selected randomly. These scholarships are designated exclusively for educational expenses, including tuition, room and board, or books. Eligibility for the scholarships is open to sons, daughters, and dependent children of CMRCC members, provided:

• The parent or guardian has been a member in good standing with the CMRCC for at least one year.
• The dependent is a graduating high school senior.
• The dependent will be enrolled as a full-time student at a college, university, or trade school in fall 2026.
• The application is submitted to the Council office by Friday, March 20, 2026.

All applications must include:

1. A signed and dated application form
2. A signed certificate from a local union official
3. A signed certificate from the high school principal
4. Official high school transcripts with GPA
5. SAT or ACT scores
6. A record of extracurricular activities