- Student must be a graduating senior or graduate of Thornapple Kellogg Schools.
- Student must be accepted to an accredited college, university or technical program.
- Student must have a GPA between 2.5 and 3.5.
- Student must provide a letter of recommendation from a teacher.
- Student will be evaluated on essay content.
- Student must have participated in a sport for a minimum of two years.
- Student must demonstrate exemplary character both in and out of the classroom.