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LOCAL COMMUNITY SCHOLARSHIPS
Pleasant Plains Fine Arts Boosters Scholarship - DEADLINE: April 1, 2025
OW Young / Arthur Clyde Irwin Jr. Memorial Masonic Scholarship - DEADLINE: April 1, 2025
The Grainery Leadership and Legacy Scholarship - DEADLINE: April 15, 2025
Tiffany Leigh Brown Memorial Scholarship - DEADLINE: April 16, 2025
Danielle Elizabeth Allen Memorial Scholarship - DEADLINE: April 16, 2025
Jessica Lynn Walker Memorial Scholarship - DEADLINE: April 16, 2025
Harry and Ruth Hartmann Memorial Scholarship - DEADLINE: April 16, 2025
H. Dean Jensen Scholarship - DEADLINE: April 16, 2025
Pleasant Plains Community Club Scholarship - DEADLINE: April 18, 2025
Pleasant Plains Athletic Booster Club Senior Athlete Leadership Award - DEADLINE: April 18, 2025
Pleasant Plains Education Association Scholarship - DEADLINE: May 5, 2025
Clayville Historic Site Scholarship Drawing - CONTACT: Clayville (Facebook or Instagram)
LOCAL AREA SCHOLARSHIPS
Community Foundation for the Land of Lincoln (Deadline: Various)
The Community Foundation for the Land of Lincoln administers a variety of college scholarships, mostly for graduating seniors in Sangamon County, but some for older students or students throughout Illinois. Each scholarship was established by generous donors and is unique with its own set of criteria for applicants. Please check back throughout the year for updated scholarships & deadlines.
Voice of Democracy Scholarship (October 31st, 2025)
Students in high school will record an audio essay answering the question "How are you showing Patriotism and support for our country?" and submit to the local VFW Post 10302.
Golden Apple Scholars (Deadline: December 1st, 2025)
Any student planning to become a teacher and attending a teacher preparation program in the fall of 2026 should apply.
American Water Works Association Scholarship (December 20th, 2025)
Students planning to pursue a degree in water technology or mechanical, software, electrical, or computer engineering should apply.
IEC Memorial Scholarships (December 31st, 2025)
Students planning to attend line workers school at Lincoln Land Community College or students who reside within the Illinois Electric Cooperative and plan to attend a 2 year, 4 year, or vocational school after graduating high school should apply.
FEHR Graham Scholarship (January 1st, 2026)
Seniors pursuing two or four year degrees in Engineering or Environmental fields should apply.
National FFA Scholarship Program (January 15th, 2026
Students with an interest in furthering their education in agriculture should apply. There are various scholarships available with a minimum GPA of 2.5.
Mensa Foundation Scholarship (January 15th, 2026)
Any graduating senior enrolling in an accredited college in the fall of 2025 may apply.
The Illinois School Counselor Association Scholarship (Deadline: January 17th, 2025)
Students who will be completing high school in 2024 are eligible for this non-renewable $1,000 scholarship. The scholarship can be used to support the following post-secondary options: 4 year college/university, 2 year college/university, Trade school, or Apprenticeship/Vocational program
Gold Star Mission Scholarship (February 1st, 2026)
Students that exhibit service to their community are eligible to receive a $1,000 scholarship to use towards furthering their education.
CBAI Foundation for Community Banking Scholarship (Deadline: February 13th, 2026)
CBAI Foundation provides monetary award for top seniors each year.
Lincoln Land Community College Foundation Scholarships (Deadline: February 15th, 2026)
By submitting a complete application, you will automatically be matched and considered for scholarships based on your profile and scholarship requirements.
Orthopedic Center of Illinois Foundation Scholarship (Deadline: February 13th, 2026)
Any student that is a 2026 graduate as well as a resident of Sangamon county and is planning on studying healthcare in the fall of 2026 should apply.
Farm Credit Illinois Scholarship (February 27th, 2026)
Students planning to study agriculture in college are eligible to apply for this scholarship.
Community Foundation for the Land of Lincoln Scholarships (Deadline: March 1st, 2026)
The Community Foundation for the Land of Lincoln administers a variety of college scholarships, mostly for graduating seniors in Sangamon County, but some for older students or students throughout Illinois. Each scholarship was established by generous donors and is unique with its own set of criteria for applicants.
Menard Electric Cooperative Scholarship (Deadline: December 31st, 2024, March 2025 & April 2025)
Applicant must be a high school senior or equivalent; parent/legal guardian must be a Menard Electric Cooperative member with their primary residence or business served by the cooperative OR sons or daughters of Illinois cooperative members, relatives of Illinois cooperative employees or directors, individuals enrolled in Lincoln Land's lineworker school, or individuals who have served or are serving in the armed forces or National Guard.
Illinois Chemical Education Foundation (Deadline: March 7th, 2025)
The Chemical Industry Council of Illinois presents a number of $2000 scholarships each year to top high school senior science students.
Illinois Women in Leadership Scholarship (Deadline: March 1, 2025)
Any female graduating senior continuing her education in the fall of 2025 with leadership qualities should apply.
Illinois Elks Scholarships (Deadline: Various Deadlines in March 2025)
Any student with a desire to study physical or occupational therapy should apply for the Illinois Elks Scholarship. There is also one for anyone studying special education.
Kathryn G. Hansen Scholarship (Deadline: March 12th, 2025)
Students enrolling in the University of Illinois planning to pursue an education in a business related field should apply.
Springfield Roadrunners Club Scholarship (Deadline: March 14th, 2025)
Graduating high school seniors who have participated in track, cross country, or road races should apply.
Prairieland FS Scholarship (Deadline: March 21st, 2025)
Students involved in local agricultural groups, FFA, or vocational classes should apply.
Kathleen Wright Social Work Scholarship Fund (March 28, 2025)
Awarded to a graduating senior towards their education in the field of social work.
Sangamon County Farm Bureau (Deadline: March 31st, 2025)
Various scholarships for Sangamon County residents graduating in 2024.
BLDD Because Life Deserves Design Scholarship (March 31st, 2025)
Students with an eye for design that plan to continue their education in architecture, graphic design or interior design should apply.
GFWC Illinois Federation of Women's Clubs (April 1st, 2025)
Scholarships available for both boys & girls in art, drama, music, education, and vocational studies.
Illinois Masonic Scottish Rite Scholarships (April 1st, 2025)
Various scholarships available. Some are for students with masonic ties, some do not require masonic ties.
Sharon Miller Memorial Scholarship (Deadline: April 12, 2024)
The Illinois Education Association-Retired (IEA-R) Abe Lincoln Chapter is offering the Sharon Miller Memorial Scholarship for students who plan to pursue a career in public school teaching. Students chosen for the scholarship(s) will receive $1000. Previous recipients are eligible to apply. Applicants must be a graduating high school senior or college student who graduated from an Illinois Education Association (IEA) Region 11 or 47 school. Public school students whose parent or legal guardian has been employed by IEA Region 11 or 47 school districts at least one year may also apply.
Sangamon County Republican Women Scholarship (Deadline: April 15th, 2025)
Any Sangamon County Republican female planning to further her education in 2024-2025 should apply. More information can be found here.
Land of Lincoln Officials Association Scholarship (April 25th, 2025)
Award will be based upon need and community involvement.
Prairie Land Heritage Museum Scholarships (May 10, 2025)
Students must attend a technical school, junior college, or university with a ag-related major.
Roman Cultural Society Scholarship (June 1, 2025)
Awarded to high school seniors in Sangamon County, maintain a grade point average of 2.00 or higher (on a 4.00 scale), whose ancestry is of Italian descent, and who shall attend an accredited "Higher Education” institute in the fall.
Lincolnland Illini Club Scholarship (Deadline: June 15, 2024)
Sangamon county students entering the University of Illinois in the fall of 2024 should apply.
Catherine Scully Endowed Scholarship Fund (Applications Accepted on a Rolling Basis)
Students living in the capital city of Springfield, Illinois are encouraged to apply for this merit-based scholarship. Eligible students applying to an AFS program may qualify for a Catherine Scully merit-based scholarship award up to $5,000*. Must be applying for a year, semester or summer AFS program.
STATE and NATIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS
The Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarships (Deadline: January 9th, 2025)
Through its Mentoring and Leadership Development Program, the Jackie Robinson Foundation provides scholarships of up to $30,000 over four years to minority high school students showing leadership potential and demonstrating financial need to attend an accredited 4-year college or university of their choice.
Harry S. Truman Scholarship Foundation (February 4th, 2025)
The Harry S. Truman Scholarship Foundation - the federal memorial to our thirty-third President - awards merit-based scholarships to college students who plan to pursue careers in government or elsewhere in public service. Truman Scholars receive up to $30,000 for graduate or professional school, participate in leadership development activities, and have special opportunities for internships and employment with the federal government.
Jack Kent Cooke Foundation Scholarships Program (April 30th, 2025)
The Jack Kent Cooke Foundation’s scholarship programs are designed to encourage and support outstanding students who work hard and have financial need. Our scholarships provide financial assistance and academic support to high school, undergraduate, and graduate students. In addition to the monetary award, students join a thriving network of nearly 2,500 Cooke Scholars.
lIlinois Sheriffs Association College Scholarship Program (Deadline: March 14th, 2025)
In 1979, the ISA established a scholarship program for college-bound students. Scholarships ranging from $500 to $1000 are awarded to students who demonstrate outstanding scholastic, extra-curricular and character qualifications. The scholarship program is open to Illinois students attending an Illinois higher learning institution. College scholarship applications are available beginning in January each year and winners are announced in May.
Illinois Agri-Women Scholarships (Deadline: March 31st, 2025)
Are you a high school senior or a college student planning to study post-secondary agriculture in Illinois, or a graduate student in agriculture? Four scholarships for females studying agriculture are offered by the Illinois Agri-Women.
Illinois Cryptic Masons Nurses Foundation Scholarship (Deadline: April 1, 2025)
The Nurses Foundation Scholarship is awarded to full-time students pursuing a career in the field of nursing, with plans to complete a program from an accredited school of Nursing in the State of Illinois. This program should culminate in a Bachelor's Degree in Nursing or certification as a Registered Nurse.
American Legion Legacy Scholarship (Deadline: March 26th, 2025)
The American Legion’s Legacy Scholarship provides college scholarship money to children of post-9/11 veterans who died on active duty, or have a combined VA disability rating of 50 percent or greater.
American Business Clubs Scholarships Program (Deadline: May 1, 2024)
Since 1955, National AMBUCS, Inc. has awarded scholarships to students pursuing degrees in physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech language pathology and hearing audiology. Students must be US citizens accepted in a graduate-level program that is accredited by the appropriate therapy profession authority in physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech language pathology, or hearing audiology. Assistant or undergraduate programs are not eligible. Awards are based on financial need, commitment to local community, character for compassion and integrity, and career objectives.
Association of Illinois Township Committees on Youth (Deadline: May 16, 2025)
AITCOY offers a $500.00 undergraduate scholarship for a high school senior who plans on attending a four year college and majoring in social work, counseling, psychology, youth recreation, youth prevention, or sociology. This year we will be awarding two undergraduate education scholarships. The applicant must demonstrate an interest in serving his or her community.
SCHOLARSHIPS with MULTIPLE DEADLINES
FASTWEB (Various Deadlines)
Students may create a profile with their own criteria and the website will send them scholarships applicable to them.
Various Scholarships (Various Deadlines)
National scholarships available for students throughout the year.
Beta Sigma Psi National Lutheran Fraternity Educational Foundation (Multiple Scholarships & Deadlines)
The Beta Sigma Psi Educational Foundation offers Scholarship and Grant opportunities for Beta Sigs and for other members of the Lutheran community. These Scholarships are a way of giving back to the Lutheran church and supporting her youth. Young men who wish to apply are under no obligation to join Beta Sigma Psi or be related to a member for consideration. Applicants may apply for multiple awards if they are still deciding which school they plan to attend.
Distinguished Young Women of Illinois Scholarship Program (Multiple Scholarships & Deadlines)
Distinguished Young Women is the oldest and largest scholarship program for high school girls. Last year, we made more than $1 billion in cash tuition and college-granted scholarships available nationally. Scholarships are available in two ways: cash tuition scholarships (which can be used at any accredited institution of higher learning) and college-granted scholarships (over 100 colleges and universities offer scholarships to program participants – several scholarships are available just for taking part in a local or state program.)
Haratio Alger Association of Distinguished Americans Scholarships (Multiple Scholarships & Deadlines)
As one of the nation's largest need-based college scholarship programs in the country, the Horatio Alger Scholarship Programs specifically assist high school students who have faced and overcome great obstacles in their young lives. While many programs are directed primarily to recognizing academic achievement or leadership potential, the Horatio Alger Association seeks students who have exhibited determination, integrity, and perseverance in overcoming adversity, as well as have critical financial need.
Notice of Scholarship Scams
Students should beware of scholarship scams. If you want to apply for a scholarship but are not sure whether it is legitimate, visit the Federal Trade Commission for scholarship scams.