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Paying for college generally comes from a variety of sources. School scholarships and grants, state grants, federal grants, federal loans, private loans, and savings. Scholarships and grants do not need to be repaid while loans do. Most schools also offer payment plan options.
Federal and State Aid:
External Scholarships:
Many colleges use ScholarshipUniverse. Students access this directly through a college's website. It allows students to search and apply for both college and external scholarships approved by the school.
the Mandel Myers Fellowship Program is a summer fellowship experience designed to encourage Jewish Cleveland’s college students to work at Jewish overnight camp and develop into future Jewish leaders.
Please share with your eligible students who are graduating seniors, identify as Jewish, and could have an interest in working for a Jewish overnight summer camp.
The application can be found here.
The AIH Charities, Inc will offer four scholarships in the amount of $2,000. Eligibility to apply includes: student resides in Lake, Geauga, Cuyahoga, or Ashtabula county; at least one parent must be of Italian descent.
The scholarship committee is seeking to award well-rounded students who can demonstrate their dedication and commitment to continuing their education and who are in financial need.
Further details of the criteria and the application can be found here: https://www.aihclub.com/non-member-application/
All applications must be submitted by May 20.
1. JFSA (Jewish Family Service Association of Cleveland) - https://www.jfsa-cleveland.org/cfap/
2. Cleveland Cavaliers Scholarship Programs - https://cavaliers.formstack.com/forms/2025_2026cavs_scholarship_application
3. Delta Sigma Theta Cleveland Educational Development - https://www.dstcleveland.org/youth-applications
4. Abbott and Fenner Scholarship Program - https://abbottandfenner.com/scholarships.php
5. Ohio Gas Association 2026 Scholarship Opportunity - https://www.ohiogasassoc.org/scholarship/
The Horatio Alger Association is seeking students who display integrity and perseverance in overcoming adversity, and plan to pursue a bachelor’s degree. Students must have financial need and a determination to turn adversity into opportunity and pursue their American Dream.
Find out more, including criteria and requirements here: https://mailchi.mp/7afb20bb3041/600-scholarships-up-to-25000-each-16090391?e=5434c68c49
This scholarship is awarded to outstanding high school seniors who demonstrate high academic achievement, dedication to school and community involvement, and a continued commitment to cultural and intellectual diversity.
Students applying to the Warren Scholarship must:
Have an accumulated grade point average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
Attend an OACAC Member High School
Plan to attend an Ohio College or University
Demonstrate and show a continued commitment to cultural and intellectual diversity
Applications for the scholarship are due on January 9th at 11:59pm and do require a counselor recommendation that will be due on January 16th at 5:00pm
Winners will be notified via email in February 2026.
Application can be found here: https://form.jotform.com/252884226488167
Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., Nu Theta Zeta Chapter is pleased to announce our annual scholarship opportunity for graduating senior females. We are committed to supporting young women who demonstrate academic excellence, leadership, and community service as they pursue higher education.
We kindly ask that you share this information with eligible senior females at your school. The application period is open now and will close on January 31, 2026.
Attached you will find the scholarship flyer and application with full eligibility requirements and submission details.
If you have any questions or need additional information, please don’t hesitate to contact us at nthzscholarship@gmail.com.
Thank you for helping us reach outstanding young women in our community!
Warm regards,
Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc.
Nu Theta Zeta Chapter
2026 Lorraine Dodero STEM Goes Red Scholarship application is open!
The American Heart Association’s Go Red for Women movement established the scholarship in 2019, with support from Lorraine Dodero, Executive Trustee of the Sam J. Frankino Foundation. The Lorraine Dodero STEM Goes Red Scholarship aims to bridge the gap between young women’s interest in STEM and their access to career opportunities in these fields.
Scholarship Details
Twelve (12) students will each receive a $5,000 scholarship (9th-12th grade students currently living in or attending school in one of the following counties: Ashtabula, Cuyahoga, Geauga, Lake, Lorain, Medina, Portage, Stark, Summit, Wayne)
Funds may be applied to a future academic year for: Attendance at a college or university with the intent to major in a STEM-related field, Attendance at a vocational or technical trade institution with a focus on earning a degree/certificate in a STEM-related field
Scholarships can be sent directly to a student’s school or issued via a Gift of College gift card, even if the student hasn’t yet selected a college
Application Requirements
Students will need to submit the following electronically through our application portal found on our website: www.heart.org/CLESTEMGoesRed
· Essay
· High school transcript
· Two (2) letters of recommendation
Application Deadline: December 15, 2025
If you have any questions, please contact STEM.Scholarship@heart.org.
Requirements: students must plan to attend Ursuline College or John Carroll University.
Scholarship application can be found here.
Due date: Dec. 1
Both the FAFSA and CSS Profiles are open for the 2026-27 school year.
We hosted a Financial Aid Night on Tuesday, September 23. Claudia Wenzel, AVP for Enrollment and Financial Aid at John Carroll (and a Beaumont alum), was gracious enough to present information on financial aid and the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to families. While we were unable to record the session, the presentation slides can be found here. Additionally, a worksheet that will help you keep track of important login information can be found here.
The FAFSA announced on September 24 that the OFFICIAL form is open and ready for use.
To complete the FAFSA, both students and parents need an account on studentaid.gov which will act as their digital signature. Each party will need to complete a portion of the form. Students should complete their part FIRST, which will include inviting parents/guardians to act as Contributors on their form. Once the student submits, parents should navigate to their email and accept their invitation. You’ll then log in with your parent credentials to complete your portion. After both are completed, students will receive a confirmation email with their Student Aid Index (SAI) information.
Some students will also need to complete the CSS profile IN ADDITION to the FAFSA. This is an additional financial aid form required by some selective colleges in order to award financial aid. Which schools require this form can be found here. Filter by “Yes” on the “CSS Profile – Domestic Students” column (fourth from the left). Checking which schools require it is another area we’ve been working on in class, but please make sure your student knows if they are applying to schools that do. The CSS Profile opened on October 1 and students should log in with their College Board account information.
I put together a sheet that lists the CSS Profile deadlines by school. The schools listed are the ones that one or more student in the class indicated applying to, not ALL CSS Profile schools. If your student add any new schools to their list, make sure to check the deadline.
If you're interested in Xavier, check out the below information about their scholarship opportunities for students from Ohio. More information about Xavier Tuition and Aid can be found here: https://www.xavier.edu/undergraduate-admission/tuition-and-aid/index
from Xavier Admissions:
Scholarship Opportunities for Your Students
We are excited to announce our Musketeer Forever Scholars Program which offers at least a $30,000 merit scholarship for students with a 3.5 GPA or higher from Ohio and the Greater Cincinnati area. This scholarship provides support toward the cost of attending Xavier University for eligible students.
All admitted students are eligible for generous merit scholarships starting at $23,000, as well as the following additional scholarship opportunities specifically for your students:
Visit Grant: $4,000 ($1,000 per year). By attending an official campus visit or event, your students will qualify for this additional scholarship.
Early Filers Grant: $2,000 ($500 per year). Students who file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) by December 1 at fafsa.gov will receive this grant. Xavier’s school code is 003144.
Engagement Scholarship: $8,000 ($2,000 per year). This scholarship is awarded to students who complete three or more designated engagement tasks during the admission process. This could be tasks like meeting with their admission counselor, attending a virtual information session or creating their Road to Xavier profile. A full list of eligible engagement opportunities will be available upon admission.
Specialized Scholarships: Offered based on academic interest, involvement in community service, legacy connection, military affiliation and more. Learn about specialized scholarship opportunities and requirements at xavier.edu/scholarships.
Catholic High School Scholarship: $8,000 ($2,000 per year). Because they attend a Catholic high school, your students qualify for the Catholic High School Scholarship.
Are you making an impact in your school or community? Apply for the 2026 Emerging Innovator Awards for the chance to be recognized as one of the top 100 high school changemakers worldwide. Honorees receive global recognition, an invitation to the Limitless World Summit, and the chance to compete for a $40,000 prize pool in cash and scholarships. Apply by November 1, 2025 at: https://emerginginnovatorawards.secure-platform.com/a
The Gates Scholarship (TGS) is a highly selective, last-dollar scholarship for outstanding high school seniors from low-income households. Each year, the scholarship is awarded to exceptional student leaders, with the intent of helping them realize their maximum potential.
Selected Scholars will receive funding for the full cost of attendance to earn a bachelor’s degree, that is not already covered by other financial aid and the Student Aid Index, as determined by the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), or the methodology used by a Scholar’s college or university. Costs covered include tuition, fees, books, and housing and food, and may include additional personal costs.
TGS also provides Scholars with various online support services designed to help them excel in their degree programs, graduate, and make a successful transition to their chosen careers. These include career services, mentoring, leadership development, wellness, and knowledge building.
Eligibility Requirements:
A high school senior
Pell-eligible
A US citizen or permanent resident
In a good academic standing with a minimum cumulative weighted GPA of 3.3 on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent)
Additionally, a student must plan to enroll full-time, in a four-year degree program, at a US accredited, not-for-profit, private or public college or university.
An ideal candidate will also have:
An outstanding academic record in high school (in the top 10% of his/her graduating class)
Demonstrated leadership ability (e.g., as shown through participation in community service, extracurricular, or other activities)
Exceptional personal success skills (e.g., emotional maturity, motivation, perseverance, etc.)
Phase I of the application opened July 15, with a submission deadline of Monday, September 15, 2025, 2:00 PM PT.
See their website for more information: https://www.thegatesscholarship.org/
Please see the attached flyer for more information. Deadline to apply is August 4 (before the school year starts).
Greater Cleveland students can win $1,575 in scholarships in the 35th Martin Luther King Jr. Essay Contest sponsored by East View United Church of Christ in Shaker Heights.
The essay topic is “What can be done to ensure that everyone in the diverse Greater Cleveland community has an equal opportunity to share his or her gifts and talents?”
The contest is open to fourth- to 12-grade students who live in or attend school in Cuyahoga County. The deadline for submitting the essays is 7 p.m. Monday, May 19, 2025.
See the attached for additional information, including contest rules.
See below for more information on the Cameron Impact Scholarship program. Early application deadline is May 21, 2025. The program is limited to accepting a total of 3,000 complete applications. They will award 15 four-year, full tuition scholarships (actual amount varies based on selected school) with freedom in choice of school and area of study.
Article on the Program: https://philanthropynewsdigest.org/rfps/rfp17644-bryan-cameron-education-foundation-invites-applications-for-cameron-impact-scholarship
Scholarship Program website (application found here): https://www.bryancameroneducationfoundation.org/
Take a look at the information below about scholarships that are awarded to juniors as through specific schools. If your student would like to be nominated by College Counseling for one or more of them, please let us know ASAP, we HAVE to submit the nomination form, not the student or family. The deadlines for each are listed.
These scholarship are individual to the school listed, so make sure your student is interested in the school.
1. St. Bonaventure University (Deadline: May 18): https://www.sbu.edu/admissions/junior-scholarship
2. Rochester Institute of Technology (Deadline: April 15, must let us know which category you want nominated for): https://www.rit.edu/admissions/hsawards?utm_campaign=em-ugrd-hsawards&utm_content=hsawards-2025&utm_medium=email&utm_source=slate#award-criteria
3. High Point University (April 15): https://drive.google.com/file/d/1XuhAZDlDS2e8QK5VeJiNTvjRRRexXq3G/view?usp=sharing
4. Alfred University (March 15): https://drive.google.com/file/d/18rAu54Cp2lG9RLYgo98oH2Un8g_cJyBW/view?usp=sharing
Subject Line: Webinar: Affording College with an NYU Expert
Dear Beaumont School Families,
Paying for college can be overwhelming, especially with recent changes to financial aid policies. That’s why we’re excited to share an upcoming webinar hosted by Revolution Prep:
Affording College – Expert Advice from NYU’s Financial Aid Leader
📅 Date: Wednesday, January 29th
🕔 Time: 5:00 PM PST / 8:00 PM EST
Scott Wallace-Juedes, NYU’s Assistant Vice President of Financial Aid (and former Director of Financial Aid at Yale), will share expert advice on FAFSA and CSS Profile updates, scholarships, grants, and strategies to finance your child’s education.
This is a must-attend event for families of high school students who want clarity and confidence in navigating the financial aid process.
We hope you’ll join this informative session!
Check out this link, https://mailchi.mp/12fc5a68e37b/600-scholarships-up-to-25000-each-16088373?e=5434c68c49, for more information on the Horatio Alger Scholarship. Application Deadline - March 1.
Eligibility requirements include:
Be enrolled full time as a high school junior in the United States
Exhibit a strong commitment to complete a bachelor’s degree at an accredited non-profit public or private institution in the United States (students may start their studies at a two-year institution and then transfer to a four-year institution)
Demonstrate financial need ($65,000 or lower household income)
Be involved in co-curricular and community service activities
Display integrity and perseverance in overcoming adversity
Maintain a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 2.0; and
Be a United States citizen
Check out the below email from the Coolidge Scholars to see if applying to this Scholarship might be something you're interested it. It's a very selective process, but we want you to be aware of any possible opportunity!
from: The Coolidge Scholarship <coolidgescholars@coolidgefund.org>
September 16, 2024
Greetings,
We are so pleased to have received a Coolidge Scholarship application from a student at your school in the past. We write to let you know that the 2024-25 Coolidge Scholarship application is now live. The submission deadline is 5:00 PM Pacific time, Wednesday, December 11, 2024. Please note that the deadline is earlier this year than in past years. We hope you will share this opportunity with interested high school juniors at your school.
A quick refresher: the Coolidge Scholarship is a full-ride, four-year, merit scholarship that recipients may use for undergraduate study at any accredited college or university in the United States. Any high school junior who plans to enroll in college in the fall of 2026 and is an American citizen or legal permanent resident is eligible to apply (current high school seniors are not eligible to apply). Winners may use the scholarship to pursue any academic major.
Academic excellence is the primary criterion considered by the Coolidge Scholarship. Secondary criteria include an interest in public policy and an appreciation of the values President Coolidge championed. Successful candidates will also demonstrate humility and have a record of genuine service to their communities. A complete description of the scholarship’s criteria is available here: https://coolidgescholars.org/selection-criteria/
The competition for the Coolidge Scholarship is significant -- only a few new Coolidge Scholarships are awarded each year from a pool of candidates that spans the entire country. Even so, students have reported to us in past years they were glad to have applied even if they didn’t win, because the experience helped prepare them for college applications later on. Furthermore, the Coolidge Foundation invites one hundred of the top Coolidge Scholarship applicants to participate in the Coolidge Senators Program, which includes an all-expenses-paid summit gathering and a $1,000 scholarship. Scholarship applicants are automatically considered for the Senators Program.
Please know that the application requires that candidates read President Coolidge’s Autobiography and a few other reading assignments, and then write three essays. We therefore encourage students to begin the application early. Candidates who begin the application at the last minute are unlikely to be successful. The submission deadline is 5:00 PM Pacific time, Wednesday, December 11, 2024. Please note that the deadline is earlier this year than in past years.
We hope you will share this opportunity with outstanding high school juniors at your school. The scholarship application, along with additional information, can be accessed on our scholarship site: https://www.coolidgescholars.org. Questions? We can be reached by email at coolidgescholars@coolidgefund.org or by phone at (202) 827-4291.
With kind regards,
Matt Denhart
President, Coolidge Fund
Rob Hammer
Director, Coolidge Scholarship
Please see below for an email from Liz Novak of the Maltz Museum for a scholarship opportunity.
Dear Beaumont Counseling Team
My name is Liz Novak, and I am writing to inform you of a scholarship opportunity that may be of interest to Beaumont students.
Over the last seventeen years, the Maltz Museum's Stop the Hate Program has awarded over $1 million in scholarships and grants to both middle school and high school students throughout Northeast Ohio. The program celebrates students who are committed to creating a more accepting, inclusive society by standing up and speaking out against bias and bigotry.
Here are some key details regarding the scholarship:
Scholarship Amount: The scholarships for the top ten 11th & 12th grade finalists range from $1,000 to $20,000.
Eligibility: Any 6th-12th grade student can apply if there are a resident of one of the following counties: Ashland, Ashtabula, Cuyahoga, Erie, Geauga, Huron, Lake, Lorain, Mahoning, Medina, Portage, Stark, Summit, Trumbull, and Wayne.
Submission & Deadlines: In 500 words or less, students are asked to pen a personal essay about bias they have witnessed, experienced, or learned about, then share what they have done or will do in response. Students can find the full prompt online here: https://www.maltzmuseum.org/learn/stop-the-hate-contest/ *The deadline for 11th-12th grade students is Thursday, January 16, 2025. All essays can be submitted online here: https://www.maltzmuseum.org/stop-the-hate-essay-contest-entry-form/
Award Announcement: Essays will be read and scored anonymously through a series of judging cycles. The awards will be publicly announced the evening of Thursday, April 3, 2024, at our in-person awards ceremony (time, location, and more details to come).
We will be hosting a FREE Stop the Hate Kick Off next week on Wednesday, September 11th from 5pm to 7pm at the Maltz Museum where we will share more information with teachers, students, and parents. Please feel free to share with potential students and their families. Folks can register for this FREE program via our website at: https://www.maltzmuseum.org/events/stop-the-hate-open-house/.
Thank you for your support in helping us reach deserving students. We greatly appreciate your ongoing commitment to the success of Northeast Ohio students.
Warmly,
Liz Novak
The Creative Writing Department of Ringling College presents the 8th Annual Storytellers of Tomorrow High School Creative Writing Contest! All high-school-age students are invited to enter!
The Deadline to Enter is January 15th, 2023!
Send us your short stories, scripts, comics, graphic texts, and other literary forms/blends under 2,000 words! One entry per student, per category.
Categories:
Genre Stories
Literary Stories
Nonfiction
3rd prize: $50
Ringling CRWR T-Shirt
2nd prize: $100
Ringling CRWR T-Shirt
1st prize: $1000
1:1 consultation about your writing with a literary agent or editor
iPad for your writing teacher
Ringling CRWR T-Shirt
Judge's Award:
Full-tuition scholarship to Ringling PreCollege 2023!
Entries accepted October 15, 2022 – January 15, 2023
Winners announced February 2023
Visit https://www.ringling.edu/writingcontest-storytellers/ to learn more!