The DTE Foundation established this scholarship to benefit students within their service area.  This scholarship is open to graduating high school seniors, current college students, students attending an accredited technical/trade school, as well as nontraditional students (those returning to school after an extended absence).  Applicant must reside in one of the locations listed within this document.  No minimum GPA is required, however, applicant must be a student in good standing at their school/program and making academic progress.  Applicant must provide evidence of service to others.  Applicant must be planning to major or currently majoring in a STEM-related field or be entering or currently enrolled in a trade school.  Applicants may attend any college/university or accredited trade school.  Preference will be given to students attending or planning to attend an HBCU (Historically Black College/University) or students planning to or currently enrolled in a skilled trades program.  This scholarship is not available to graduate students.  Financial need is not a consideration for this scholarship.  DTE employees are not eligible to apply.  Furthermore, immediate family members of DTE employees who are Director level and above are not eligible to apply.