Program Director Robbie Stabeno is available to discuss the program and answer questions at rstabeno@wacofoundation.org or 254-752-9457.

About MAC Scholarships
Started in 1995, the MAC Scholarship Fund provides tuition to deserving graduates of McLennan County high schools. The vision for the program began with Mary Ruth and Malcolm Duncan’s wish to establish an innovative scholarship fund that would give every McLennan County student the opportunity to attend college, despite their financial status.

Scholarship Amount
The first two years’ award varies and is based on need for tuition at MCC or TSTC. Students that choose to attend other colleges are not eligible their first two years, but are eligible to apply for the 3rd and 4th year scholarships.

After completing the first two years, eligible students that apply can receive $2,500 in tuition for each of the final two years at the college of their choice. These 3rd and 4th year scholarships are provided by Mr. and Mrs. Clifton Robinson, Passport to Success Foundation (Mr. and Mrs. Paul J. Meyer), Mr. and Mrs. Malcolm Duncan, Waco Foundation. Each year, Baylor University also provides full scholarships to the two transfer students with the highest GPA.

High School Senior Year Eligibility
Student must apply to the MAC program during senior year to be eligible for scholarship funds in the 3rd and 4th years of college. To apply, student must:
    • be a senior at a high school in McLennan County
    • be a resident of the county
    • have a family income of less than $50,000 (parents’ gross income
      as reported on Free Application for Federal Student Aid — FAFSA)

High School Senior Year Application Process
Deadline for application is May 1 of the student’s senior year.

  1. Complete and submit FAFSA.
  2. Download the application. pdf file | Word document
  3. By May 1, complete and submit the application and a completed copy of the FAFSA.

3rd and 4th College Year Eligibility
To be eligible for MAC program scholarship funds in the 3rd and 4th years of college, the student must have:
    • been accepted into the MAC program before beginning college
    • completed 60 credit hours at an institution of higher learning
    • a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better

3rd and 4th College Year Application Process
Application is required by December 1 of the student’s sophomore year in college.

  1. Download the application. pdf file | Word document
  2. By December 1, complete the application and submit it, along with a one page educational resume or letter outlining the student’s goals and accomplishments.
  3. Participate in an interview in December.
  4. By May 1, submit a letter of acceptance from the four-year college chosen.
  5. By June 1, submit a copy of cumulative grades for first two years.

Awarding of Scholarships
Scholarships for 3rd and 4th year are awarded at a ceremony held each July. The funds will be sent directly to the student’s college each semester.

Additional Services Provided
Ms. Stabeno conducts FAFSA workshops at area high schools, assists students in completing the FAFSA and provides other counseling regarding student financial aid.

Location
The MAC Scholarships Program is located in the offices of the Waco Foundation (10th floor, National Lloyds Building, 900 Austin Avenue, Suite 1000). Part-time offices are located on the campuses of Waco High School and University High School. Please contact Robbie Stabeno for an appointment at rstabeno@wacofoundation.org or 254-752-9457.