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NORDSTROM SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
This scholarship is open to
high school juniors who reside in and attend school in the Chicago area. Applicants must have at least a 2.7
GPA, have made a substantial contribution to the community, be involved
in school activities and demonstrate the financial need for a
scholarship. Five $10,000
scholarships will be awarded. To
apply, students will need to complete an application which includes a
personal statement, financial statement, a letter of recommendation,
and an original essay of no more than 500 words in response to one of
three statements. An official copy
of your high school transcript will be required. Applications must be
postmarked no later than May 15, 2010. Visit www.nordstrom.com/scholarship
for more information.
HISPANIC SCHOLARSHIP
FUND
This program is available to graduating Hispanic high school seniors
who will be enrolled in college full-time during the 2010-11 academic
year. For more information visit http://www.hsf.net/.
Deadline is 12/15/2009.
LINCOLNLAND
LEGENDS
This scholarship is open to all juniors and/or
seniors with a special emphasis on students who have demonstrated
business and/or community leadership. Application forms can be
accessed at www.illinoisdollarsforscholars.org
. An essay of 750-1,000 words is required. There will
be 19 winners in the state of Illinois
with a top scholarship of $12,000 awarded. All nominations must
be received by December 1, 2009 via mail.
JOSEPH
BLAZEK FOUNDATION
Please see your counselor for an application
form. For this scholarship, there is a minimum yearly value of
$500 awarded. The deadline is February 1, 2010.
ELKS
NATIONAL FOUNDATION- Most Valuable Student Scholarship
This scholarship is open to High School seniors who
are U.S.
citizens. There will be 500 4-year scholarships awarded ranging
from $1,000-$15,000. Applications are available at www.elks.org/enf/scholars
. The application deadline is November 2, 2009.
U.S.
BANK’S INTERNET SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
This scholarship is open to high school seniors
planning on attending a 2 or 4 year college on a full-time basis. Up to
thirty $1,000 scholarships will be awarded. You can apply online
at www.usbank.com/studentbanking
. Applications will be accepted from October through February.
SAE
ENGINEERING SCHOLARSHIPS
This scholarship is open to all students who intend
to earn a degree in engineering. Applicants must be U.S.
citizens and must meet minimum GPA and SAT and/or ACT
requirements. The deadline is December 1, 2009. For online
applications and more information, please visit http://www.sae.org/students/engschlr.htm
ABBOTT
AND FENNER SCHOLARSHIP
The Abbott and Fenner
Scholarship is available for high school
juniors and seniors. Applicants must complete a 500-1000 word
essay on an assigned topic. Please visit http://www.abbottandfenner.com/scholarships.htm
to learn more about this scholarship opportunity. The application
deadline is June 19, 2010.
AXA
ACHIEVEMENT COMMUNITY SCHOLARSHIP (FALL 2009)
This is a $2,000 scholarship. Applicants must
be U.S.
citizens or legal residents and be a current senior who will be
enrolling full-time in an accredited two-year or four-year college or
university. Applicants are ambitious and motivated, as evidenced
by outstanding achievement in school, community, or work activities and
be recommended by an unrelated adult who can attest to this
achievement. Applications are available in student services and
at www.chicago.axa-advisors.com
and all applications and required materials must be printed, mailed,
and postmarked to Scholarship America by February 15, 2010.
AXA
ACHIEVEMENT SCHOLARSHIP (FALL 2009)
The AXA Achievement Scholarship offer college scholarships of $10,000
and $25,000 to high school seniors who have demonstrated outstanding
achievements in their activities in school, the community or the
workplace. Fifty-two students will be selected to receive $10,000
scholarships, one from each stated, the District
of Columbia, and Puerto Rico.
From the state recipients, 10 students will be named AXA Achievers and
receive additional national awards at $15,000 each for a total of
$25,000 per national recipient. Visit www.axa-achievement
.com for application. Deadline is December 15, 2009.
WAL-MART
SAM WALTON COMMUNITY SCHOLARSHIP
Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 2.5 on an unweighted 4.0 scale and have taken either an ACT
or SAT test. Scholarship is a one-time $1,000 and is
non-renewable. Postmark deadline is January 31, 2010. More
information available November 1st at www.walmartfoundation.org
THE
RON BROWN SCHOLAR PROGRAM
Applicants must be African-American seniors who make
significant contributions to society. Applicants must excel
academically, exhibit exceptional leadership potential, participate in
community service and demonstrate financial need. Must be U.S.
citizen or hold permanent resident visa card. Amount is $10,000
annually for 4 years. For a total of $40,000. Application
postmark deadline is November 1, 2009 to be considered for the Ron
Brown Scholarship and to have applications be forwarded to a select and
limited number of additional scholarship providers. Deadline is
January 9, 2010 for consideration to the Ron Brown scholarship program
only. Applications and more information is available at www.ronbrown.org
BEST BUY SCHOLARSHIP
Scholarships
are awarded to graduating high school seniors who will be attending a
college, university or vocational school in the fall immediately
following their high school graduation. Scholarship recipients are
selected based on volunteerism efforts along with academic
achievements. Best Buy partners with Scholarship America to handle the
administration and selection of recipients. Scholarship applications
are available online at www.BestBuy.com/Scholarships.
All applications must be submitted online between January 1, 2010 and
February 15, 2010. Recipients will be announced in May.
SIMON YOUTH FOUNDATION
SCHOLARSHIPS
Applicant
must be a high school senior and will attend an accredited two year or
four year college, university or vocational-technical school. The
selection process will take into consideration financial need, past
academic performance, future potential, leadership and participation in
school and community activities. Scholarships are $1,200. Applications
and additional information are available at http://www.syf.org. Deadline is
January 31, 2010.
ILLINOIS
AMVETS SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMS
Applications and an informative brochure are
available at www.ilamvets.org or
by calling (800) 638-8387. All applications must be postmarked by
March 1, 2010.
·
Illinois
AMVETS Service Foundation Scholarship- One year $1,000
non-renewable scholarship. Applicants must be high school seniors
and have taken the ACT or SAT.
·
Illinois
AMVETS Sad Sacks Nursing Scholarship- One year scholarship, amount
to be determined. Applicants must be Illinois high school seniors who
have been accepted into a pre-approved nursing program.
Applicants must prove satisfactory in academic record, character,
interest and activity record, and financial need.
·
Illinois
AMVETS Junior ROTC Scholarship- One year $1,000 non-renewable
scholarship. Applicants must be an Illinois high school senior, have
taken an ACT or SAT, and participate in Junior ROTC program.
·
Illinois
AMVETS Trade
School Scholarship- One year
$1,000 non-renewable scholarship. Applicants must be an Illinois high
school senior who has been accepted in a pre-approved trade school
program.
·
Illinois
AMVETS Ladies Auxiliary Memorial Scholarship- One year
non-renewable $500 scholarship. Applicants must be an Illinois high school senior, be
a child or grandchild of a Veteran of the USA who served after
September 15, 1940, and was Honorably Discharged or who is presently
serving in the military, and have taken the ACT or SAT.
·
Illinois
AMVETS Ladies Auxiliary Worchid Scholarship-
One year non-renewable $500 scholarship. Applicants must be and Illinois high school senior,
be a child of a deceased father or mother who was a Veteran of the USA who
served after September 15, 1940, and was honorably discharged.
They need not be killed in action or died as a result of
service-connected disability. Must have taken ACT or SAT.
GATES
MILLENIUM SCHOLARSHIP
Applicants must be African American, American
Indian/Alaska Native, Asian Pacific Islander American, or Hispanic
American. Must be citizen, national or legal permanent resident
of the United States, have a cumulative GPA of 3.3 on a 4.0 scale, be
enrolling for the first time at a U.S. accredited college or university
as a full-time, degree-seeking, first-year student in fall 2010, have
demonstrated leadership abilities through participation in community
service, extracurricular, or other activities, meet federal Pell Grant
eligibility criteria, and have completed and submitted all three
required forms (Nominee Personal Information Form, Nominator Form, and
Recommender Form) by the deadline. Online applications must be
submitted by January 11, 2010 to the GMS website at www.gmsp.org
AES SCHOLARSHIP
This is a $500 scholarship with a
deadline of October 8, 2010. Students must submit an essay of no
more that 1000 words in answer to one of the two questions that are
posted at http://www.aesengineers.com/scholarship.htm
ITALIAN CATHOLIC FEDERATION SCHOLARSHIP
This is a $400 scholarship to Catholic graduating
seniors of Italian descent who have at least a 3.2 GPA. (If
either parent or grandparent is a member of the Federation, the
applicant must be Catholic but need not be of Italian ancestry to
qualify). Applications are available in student services or by
calling (888) 423-1924. Visit their website at www.icf.org. Deadline is March 15,
2010.
THE
SECRETARIAT – KATHRYN G. HANSEN SCHOLARSHIP
This is a $500 scholarship to be used for tuition,
fees, books, or other educational expenses at any university within the
state of Illinois.
Applicants must be a high school senior pursuing higher education in an
office professional, secretarial, or business-related field within the
state of Illinois.
Applicants must write a 500 word essay explaining future educational
and career plans, provide two letters of recommendation, and submit a
high school transcript. Applications are available in Student
Services. Deadline is February 12, 2010.
CHICAGO
ROOFING CONTRACTORS ASSOCIATION
Yearly scholarship with a maximum of $3,000
(renewable three times). Applicants must be a senior in high
school, a U.S.
citizen, and be accepted as a full-time student into an undergraduate
degree program by a 4-year accredited college in one of the following
fields of study: liberal arts and sciences, engineering,
architecture, or business. Scholarship information available at www.crca.org or by sending a stamped,
self-addressed envelope ($.58 in postage) to CRCA, 4415 W. Harrison,
Suite 322, Hillside, IL 60162.
DISCOVER
SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
The Discover Scholarship Program awards diverse high
school juniors on their exemplary achievements in Leadership,
Community Service while overcoming an obstacle. Scholarships may
be applied towards costs for college, university, specialized training
or education beyond high school in any career path the winner
chooses. Applications are available now at www.discoverfinancial.com/community.
Deadline is January 31, 2010.
SAMMY
SCHOLARSHIP
Scholar Athlete Milk Mustache of the Year award
program with a $7,500 college scholarship and an opportunity to star in
a Milk Mustache ad in USA Today. Judging is based on the
following: academic performance, athletic excellence, leadership,
community service and what role milk plays in their success.
Applications and official rules available at bodybymilk.com
B’NAI
B’RITH SPORTS LODGE SCHOLARSHIP
Athletic scholarships available to deserving young
men and women of the Jewish faith. Information and application
available in Student Services office. Deadline is February 5,
2010.
HISPANIC
HERITAGE YOUTH AWARDS
Applicants must be high school seniors attending
college in fall 2010, of Hispanic/Latino descent, a U.S.
citizen or permanent resident, and have a minimum GPA of 3.00.
Application will be available online at www.HispanicHeritage.org by
mid-January.
WILL-SOUTH
COOK SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT CONSERVATION EDUCATION
SCHOLARSHIP
There are three $1,000 scholarships available.
Applicants must complete an application accompanied by 2 letters of
recommendation and a 250 word essay. Applications are available
in Student Services office. Deadline is February 1, 2010.
BETA
SIGMA PSI LUTHERAN SCHOLARSHIP
The Beta Sigma Psi
Lutheran scholarship awards $1,000 to a confirmed Lutheran freshman,
male beginning his studies at the University
of Illinois – Urbana in Fall of 2010. The
application deadline is February 1, 2010. Please see your counselor for
more information.
ILLINOIS
SOCIETY SONS OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION
- George
S. and Stella M. Knight Essay Contest. Rules can be
found at www.sar.org, scroll
down under “education/youth” and the “Knight Essay”. Deadline
is February 15, 2010.
- Joseph
S. Rumbaugh Historical Oration Contest.
Rules can be found at www.sar.org,
scroll down under “education/youth” and then “Joseph S. Rumbaugh Contest”. Deadline is June 27,
2010.
KFC
COLONEL’S SCHOLARS PROGRAM
This $5,000 a year scholarship is available to high
school seniors that will be attending a public, in-state college or
university. Applicants must have a GPA of 2.75 or higher and must be a US
citizen. The online application will be available from December 1, 2009
to February 10, 2010 at www.kfcscholars.org.
JAPANESE
AMERICAN CITIZENS LEAGUE
The Japanese American Citizens League is offering
several scholarships to graduating high school seniors based on
academic achievement, school and community service, activities, and
financial need. Applicants must be members of Chicago JACL or
must join JACL at the time of application. For more information,
visit www.jacl.org.
Deadline is March 1, 2010.
ILLINOIS
PTA, LILLIAN E. GLOVER SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
Two scholarships will be awarded in each of the
PTA’s 19 districts, 1st place= $1,000, 2nd place=
$500. Applicants must be in the top 25% of their class, be a
graduating senior preparing to enter an Education or Education-related
degree program requiring certification from a state board of
education. Deadline is March 1, 2010. Visit www.illinoispta.org
for more information
TOWNSHIP
OFFICIALS OF ILLINOIS
SCHOLARSHIP
Six $2,000 scholarships are available to qualified
seniors. Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0
scale, be a U.S. citizen, demonstrate community service or leadership,
submit a 500 word essay on The Role of Township Government in
Today’s Society, supply 2 letters of recommendation, submit an
official high school transcript, submit a cover letter and application
form, and plan to enroll at an Illinois school as a full-time
undergraduate student pursuing a bachelor’s degree. Deadline is
March 1, 2010. Application available at www.toi.org.
HISPANIC
HERITAGE YOUTH AWARDS
Educational grants available in several categories
ranging in value from $1,000 to $3,000. Applicants must be
seniors who will be attending college in Fall 2010, be of
Hispanic/Latino descent, U.S. citizen or permanent
resident, and have a minimum GPA of 3.0. Applications and more
information is available online at http://youthawards.hispanicheritage.org.
Deadline is March 1, 2010.
JOINT
CIVIC COMMITTEE OF ITALIAN AMERICANS
- Women’s
Division Scholarship- $2,000 scholarship to FEMALE
students of Italian heritage who have been accepted into college
for fall of 2010. One parent must be of Italian
heritage. Applications available in Student Services.
Deadline is April 1, 2010.
- Joint
Civic Committee of Italian Americans, John Fischetti
Scholarship- $2,000
scholarship to a MALE student planning to major in journalism or
media communications in fall of 2010. One parent must be of
Italian heritage. Applications are available in Student
Services. Deadline is April 15, 2010.
- Joint
Civic Committee of Italian Americans Scholarship- $2,000 to a MALE student graduating from
high school. One parent must be of Italian heritage.
Applications are available in Student Services. Deadline is
May 15, 2010.
13TH
DISTRICT AHEPA SCHOLARSHIP FOUNDATION
Applicants must be a high school senior, have
minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0, and be either of Greek heritage or have a parent that is an active member
of the AHEPA family. Information and applications are available
at www.ahepa.org or in Student
Services. Deadline is March 31, 2010.
GUARDIAN
LIFE INSURANCE 2009 GIRLS GOING PLACES ENTREPRENEURSHIP AWARD
Girls Going Places is
Guardian Life Insurance Company’s annual initiative designed to reward
enterprising and community-minded girls ages 12 to 18. Guardian
grants cash prizes to girls who demonstrate budding entrepreneurship;
taking the first steps to financial independence; and making a
difference in their school and communities. Awards range from
$1,000 to $10,000. Applicants must submit a personal statement of
no more that 250 words and a 750-word letter of endorsement from an
adult- parent, teacher, or mentor. For more information, official
rules, and application form visit www.GirlsGoingPlaces.com. Applications
must be postmarked by February 26, 2010.
MARIAN
JOY SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM FOR STUDENTS WITH PHYSICAL DISABILITIES
Scholarship awards in amounts up to $5,000 and can
be renewable up to $12,000. This scholarship program is intended
for those individuals with permanent physical disabilities who are
pursuing educational programs at accredited four-year colleges and
universities, two-year colleges, or vocational-technical schools in the
United States.
Applications available at www.marianjoy.org.
Deadline is April 9, 2010.
PARAMOUNT
FOUNDATION
The Paramount Tall Club of Chicago is offering $750
to a high school senior who meets the height requirement (minimum of
5’10” for females and 6’2” for males). The application is available at http://www.tallchicago.org.
Applications must be postmarked by February 5, 2010.
WALGREENS
AND OSCO DRUG CHICAGO
COLLEGE OF
PHARMACY CAREER EXPLORERS PROGRAM 2009
Applications are available in student services or at
http://mwunet.midwestern.edu/academic/CCP/ccpDean.htm.
The application can be used to apply to both the Walgreens
and the Osco Drug Chicago College of Pharmacy Career Explorers
Program. Application with official high school transcript and two
letters of recommendation is required.
WEST
SUBURBAN CHIEFS OF POLICE ASSOCIATION SCHOLARSHIP
$1,000 scholarship ($500 each semester).
Applicants must be a resident of a West Suburban member town, pursue
studies in the field of criminal justice as a full-time student for the
full term of the 2008-09 school year, and is not
related to an active member Police Chief of the West Suburban Chiefs of
Police Association. Applications are available in Student
Services.
EXCELLENCE
IN AGRICULTURE SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
Applicants must submit a completed application form
available at www.treasurer.il.gov
, submit an essay (250 word min.) identifying the reasons why you want
to pursue a career in agriculture, submit official high school
transcripts, two letters of reference (one from high school and one
from an outside source), a list of activities and/or honors, and a goal
statement that includes future plans. Ten scholarships available
at $2,500 each.
GEORGE
MAUGOLIAS MEMORIAL FOUNDATION
Applicants must be of Hellenic descent, maintained a
GPA of 3.0 on 4.0 scale, accepted to a
four-year university, official high school transcript, 2 completed
recommendation forms, and a certified copy of ACT or SAT results.
Applications are available in student services. Applications are
due by March 16th, 2009. For more information, please
visit www.gmmt.org.
ILLINOIS SONS OF ITALY
FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP
High school seniors of full or partial Italian ancestry
are invited to compete for scholarships in the amount of $1,000
each. Applicants will be selected base on financial need,
scholastic achievements, activities in high school showing character
and leadership, and the applicant’s personal essay and faculty
recommendations. Applications can be obtained by contacting the
Illinois Sons of Italy Foundations in writing at 9447 West 144th Place, Orland Park, IL 60462. Include a
self-addressed, stamped envelope.
WILLIAM
J. COOK FUND SCHOLARSHIPS
MALE high school seniors attending high school in Cook County who plan to enroll in a
full-time undergraduate course of study at a four-year college or
university. Recipients are selected on the basis of both merit
and financial need with preference given to those demonstrating the
greatest financial need. Applications are available in Student
Services.
PARK
NATIONAL BANK SCHOLARSHIP
A total of 10 renewable 4-year awards of $3,500 per
year are available. To be eligible this year the family income
cannot exceed $69,700. Applications are available at all Park
National Bank locations. To find bank locations, visit http://www.parknatl.com.
HORTATIO
ALGER SCHOLARSHIP
Must meet critical financial need, preferably
$50,000 or lower adjusted gross income per family, involvement in
co-curricular and community service activities, and a minimum GPA of
2.0. For more eligibility criteria and online application go to www.horatioalger.org/scholarships
NATIONAL
ASSOCIATION FOR SECONDARY PRINCIPALS
All students who have taken part in community
service activities over the past year are encouraged to apply at www.prudential.com/sprint
or www.principals.org/prudential
(access key:spirit).
FIRST
FREEDOM STUDENT ESSAY COMPETITION
This year’s topic introduces students to George
Washington’s famous statement about “mere” toleration in his 1790
letter to the Jewish congregation of Newport, Rhode Island.
9th through 12th graders are eligible and prizes
range from $750- $3,000. Online registration is required.
More details on the competition can be found at http://pull.xmr3.com/p/7444-930F/86383280/http-www.firstfreedom.org.html
NATIONAL
SECURITY AGENCY-
STOKES EDUCATIONAL SCHOLARSHIP
Applicants must be U.S. citizens, have an ACT
of 25, at least a 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale, demonstrate leadership
abilities, and major in computer science, Computer or Electrical
Engineering, mathematics, intelligence analysis, or foreign language.
Candidates must plan on attending college full-time and then working
for NSA for 12 weeks in related area of study. Application and
more information is available at www.NSA.gov/Careers.
RONALD
MCDONALD HOUSE CHARITIES SCHOLARSHIP
Information and on-line application available at www.rmhc.org.
NATIONAL
COMMISSION FOR COOPERATIVE EDUCATION
National program which awards two hundred $6,000
scholarships to the following schools: C.W. Post Campus of Long Island
University, Johnson & Wales University, Northeastern University,
Rochester Institute of Technology, University
of Toledo, Drexel University,
Kettering University, Pace
University, University of Cincinnati,
and Wentworth institute
of Technology.
Information and on-line application available at www.co-op.edu.
ILLINOIS
ODD FELLOWS AND REBEKAHS SCHOLARSHIP
Students must have a “C” average and provide proof
of financial need by submitting a current copy of an IRS 1040 or proof
of electronic filing. Applicants need not be affiliated with the
Independent Order of Odd Fellows, but must be a resident of Illinois and a citizen of the United States.
Application can be found at http://www.ioof-il.org.
MARINE
CORPS SCHLARSHIP FOUNDATION
Scholarship money is available if you are a child of
a Marine and your 2008 family income is $80,000 or less. Go to www.mcsf.org or call (800) 292-7777 for
information.
ILLINOIS
ELKS CHILDREN’S CARE PROGRAM PHYSICAL/OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY
SCHOLARSHIP
Application available online at http://www.illinois-elks.org/ccc/potsapps/POT2009.pdf
Questions? Call Illinois Elks Children’s Care (800) 272-0074.
SOCIETY
OF WOMEN ENGINEERS SCHOLARSHIP
The Chicago Regional Section of the Society of Women
Engineers awards scholarships to female freshmen, re-entry, or transfer
engineering students every year. Visit www.swe.org/chicago/scholarship.html
for scholarship application and more information. Applications
must be postmarked by April 15, 2010.
ILLINOIS
LUMBER AND MATERIAL DEALERS ASSOCATION EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION
SCHOLARSHIP
Academic scholarships available for $500-$2,000 to
selected students to pursue industry-related course work at colleges
and universities. Student must be enrolled full time in a
certificate or degree program in an accredited trade school, 2-year
junior college, or 4-year college or university and be a resident of Illinois.
Students may apply each year for up to 4 years. 1,000 word
personal statement, official transcripts, and 2 letters of
recommendation are required. More info and applications are
available in the student services department.
RICHARD
A. MAAS MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Up to $2,000 nonrenewable scholarship
available. Applicants will be selected on the basis of academic
achievement, financial need, and community service. Visit student
services for more information and applications. The deadline for
this scholarship is March 8, 2010.
PFLAG-
JEAN PAUL OHADI SCHOLARSHIP
The Glenview PFLAG (Parents, Families and Friends of
Lesbians and Gays) organization. $1,000 scholarships offered to
students between the ages of 17-22 applying to attend or currently
attending a post-secondary institution and who are a resident of Illinois.
More information and application is available in Student
Services.
SIGMA
NU FRATERNITY PURSUIT OF EXCELLENCE SCHOLARSHIP
The Pursuit of Excellence Scholarship is a $2,500
one-time scholarship awarded annually to a male
incoming freshmen planning to attend the University of Illinois
at Urbana-Champaign. It is NOT a requirement for the winner to
join the Sigma Nu Fraternity. Interested candidates can apply online at www.SigmaNuIllinois.com or
visit Student Services for an application. The application
deadline is May 15, 2010.
CAPPEX.COM
SCHOLARSHIPS AND SCHOLARSHIP DATABASE
Cappex.com is a free website where you can learn
which colleges want you before you apply. They also feature merit
scholarships from more than 1,700 colleges across the country.
Visit www.cappex.com/scholarships/
and create a profile to get your matches.
BIG
SUN SCHOLARSHIP
The Big Sun Scholarship is a $500 scholarship to
help young athletes succeed in their academic pursuits. The
successful applicant will be currently involved in athletics in some
capacity, either for their school or for their community. Please
visit http://bigsunathletics.com
to learn how to apply. The application deadline is June 24,
2010.
OH,
THE PLACES YOU'LL GO! SCHOLARSHIP
Applicants must be 12th grade high school students
graduating in June 2010. One $5,000 scholarship is awarded.
Please visit www.ohtheplaces.org
to print an application. Deadline is February 15, 2010.
COCA-COLA
SCHOLARSHIP
Available to high school seniors who value
motivation and dedication. 250 students will receive a
scholarship. Apply by October 31, 2009 at www.coca-colascholars.org
PRINCIPAL’S
LEADERSHIP AWARD
Scholarships of $1,000 to $12,000 will be awarded to
100 outstanding seniors from across the United States. Nominees
must exhibit leadership, participation in organizations and clubs,
achievements in arts and sciences, employment experience, and academic
success. Visit www.applyists.net
to complete the nomination form and use PLA for the access key.
Applications must be postmarked by December 4, 2009.
WENDY’S
HEISMAN SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship is for student athletes who exhibit
excellence in the classroom, on the playing field, and within their
communities. Eligibility for applications is limited exclusively to
students whose senior year of high school is the 2009–2010 academic
year, who have at least a “B” grade average, and participate in at
least one of 27 sports. We want to hear from all student athletes
who work hard, are dedicated, and have become role models for
underclassmen. Please
visit http://www.act.org/wendys/index.html
for an application. All applications must be submitted by 5:00 p.m.,
central time, October 3, 2010.
HISPANIC
HERITAGE FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP
The Hispanic Heritage Foundation along with
Colgate-Palmolive is offering one $10,000 scholarship and 15 $1,000
scholarships to high school seniors. Applicants must complete a short
essay (500 words or less) answering the question: How can education
impact the heritage of Hispanic generations to come? Applications must
be postmarked by November 30, 2009. Visit www.colgate.com/hazlau for
more information.
LAKE
FOREST COLLEGE
Any Illinois
resident attending Lake
Forest College
will receive a guaranteed $12,000 scholarship per year for four years.
Apply online at www.lakeforestedge.org.
SRCA
SCHOLARSHIP
The Seguin Retarded
Citizens Association will provide two $1,000 scholarships to a high
school senior who has the intent of serving persons with developmental
disabilities. All applicants must have a GPA of 2.5 or above and must
intend to seek an undergraduate degree in the field of developmental
disabilities. Applications are available in Student Services and must
be received by December 15, 2009.
UNIVERSITY
OF MISSOURI
SCHOLARSHIPS
If you are attending the University of Missouri
in Fall of 2010 there are three scholarship opportunities to earn
$7,175 per year for four years. The deadline for these scholarships is
February 1, 2010. Please see your counselor for more information and
applications.
MARION
T. WOOD SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship is awarded to a student wishing to
pursue an office-related career, preferably in the educational field.
The applicant must have taken four semesters of business classes
including: keyboarding, marketing, accounting, and business
communication. Applicants must also maintain a 2.8 GPA and plan to
enroll in a two- or four-year college, university, or technical school.
Applications are available in Student Services and must be postmarked
by January 8, 2010.
MARY
FRANSON MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship is awarded to a student wishing to
pursue a career in the educational field. The applicant must have taken
two or more family and consumer classes which may include: Child
Development, Family Relations, and Teaching Internship. Applicants must
also maintain a 2.8 GPA and plan to enroll in a two- or four-year
college or university. Applications are available in Student Services
and must be postmarked by March 5, 2010.
UNIVERSITY
OF EVANSVILLE
SCHOLARSHIPS
If you are planning to attend the University of Evansville
in Fall of 2010, please come to Student Services to learn about various
scholarship opportunities.
ILLINOIS
ODD FELLOW-REBEKAH SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
Applicants must be a citizen of the United States,
prove financial need, and maintain a “C” GPA. Applications are
available at www.I.O.O.F.-IL.org
and must be received by February 28th.
CBAI
FOUNDATION FOR COMMUNITY BANKING SCHOLARSHIP
This $4,000 scholarship is available to any high school
senior. Applicants are required to submit an essay explaining what they
like most about their community bank. Please visit Student Services for
guidelines and applications. Essays must be received by noon on Monday,
February 8, 2010.
ILLINOIS
PTA SCHOLARSHIP
Two scholarships are available to a senior in the
upper 33% of their class who is preparing to enter an education degree
program. The scholarships are worth $2,500 and $1,500. Applications are
available in Student Services and online at www.illinoipta.org and must be
postmarked by February 15, 2010.
SONS
OF CONFEDERATE VETERANS ILLINOIS
SOCIETY SCHOLARSHIP
This $1000 scholarship is available to a graduating
male or female student who is a descendant of a male who served in the
Military. Students must be attending a community college, college, or
university. A 500 word essay must be submitted along with an
application and transcript. Applications are available in Student
Services and must be postmarked by March 15, 2010.
B. DAVIS SCHOLARSHIP
This $1,000 scholarship is available to all high school juniors
and seniors as well as all students currently registered in any post
secondary institution. Applicants must be between the ages of 16 and 30
and should include their name and the school they are attending this
year and next. Please visit http://www.studentawardsearch.com/scholarships.htm.
Applications must be submitted by May 28, 2010.
THROUGH
THE LOOKING GLASS SCHOLARSHIP
This $1,000 scholarship is awarded to a high school
senior who has a parent with a disability. Eligible students must
graduate in June 2010 and be attending a two or four-year college or
university in Fall 2010. Applications can be found at www.lookingglass.org and must
be postmarked by March 1, 2010.
ILLINOIS
ELKS CHILDREN’S CARE SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship is awarded to a senior pursuing
Physical and Occupational Therapy as a college major. Please come to
Student Services for more information. Applications must be postmarked
by March 12, 2010.
ILLINOIS
LUMBER AND MATERIAL DEALERS ASSOCIATION
This scholarship is available to any student
enrolled full time in a certificate or degree program in an accredited
trade school, 2-year college, or 4-year college or university. Please
come to Student Services for more information. The deadline is April 1,
2010.
WEST
SUBURBAN CHIEFS OF POLICE ASSOCIATION
The West Suburban Chiefs of Police Association will
award one $2500 scholarship to a student planning to attend college in
Fall 2010. Applicants must be a member of a West Suburban town and
pursue studies in the field of Criminal Justin full-time. Applications
are available in Student Services and must be received no later than
4:00pm on Friday, April 16, 2010.
GREAT
CLIPS COSMETOLOGY SCHOLARSHIP
This $500 scholarship is awarded to a senior
graduating in 2010 that will be pursuing a career in cosmetology or
barbering after graduation. The scholarship can be used at any
accredited cosmetology or barbering school in North Illinois and Northwestern Indiana. Applications are available
in Student Services and must be submitted by April 30, 2010.
STATE
OF ILLINOIS
SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship is offered to any student planning
to attend an Illinois
state university. Please mail a written request for an application to:
State Representative Bob Biggins, 114 W. Vallette, Elmhurst,
IL 60126.
Applications must be received by Friday, April 16, 2010.
AHEPA
SCHOLARSHIP
Students eligible for this scholarship must be a
high school senior, have a B grade point average, and be of Greek
heritage or have a parent that is an active member of AHEPA.
Applications are available in Student Services or online at www.ahepa.org. The application
deadline is March 15, 2010.
PFLAG
SCHOLARSHIP
The Deerfield PFLAG organization, Parents, Families,
and Friends of Lesbians and Gays is offering graduating seniors a $1000
scholarship for college expenses. Eligible recipients must be 17 years
or older, lesbian or gay, and applying to attend a post-secondary
institution. Applications are available in Student Services and must be
postmarked by April 30, 2010.
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