The Wisconsin Public Service (WPS) Foundation is helping local students take the next step in their education by offering technical college scholarships for high school seniors.

A total of $25,000 is available through this year’s program for students pursuing a one-year technical diploma or a two-year associate’s degree. Last year, the foundation awarded 14 scholarships, supporting students entering careers in fields such as automotive and heavy equipment maintenance, electric power distribution, engineering technology, and marketing.

Since its founding in 1964, the WPS Foundation has donated more than $6 million to help students pursue college degrees or technical diplomas, highlighting decades of commitment to student success.

Scholarships are available to high school seniors living in the WPS service area who plan to attend one of six select technical colleges full-time next fall, including Northeast Wisconsin Technical College in Green Bay and Sturgeon Bay.

Recipients are selected based on academic achievement, leadership in school and community activities, and financial need. Applications are being accepted online through April 30.

Students interested in applying can find full details and submit their materials on the WPS Foundation’s website.