Scholarships

Prevention Magazine Scholarship ( Due: accepting applications all year)

| ELIGIBILITY | To qualify to win a $500 scholarship- All you have to do is write an essay, 600-8-- words, double-spaced, about a personal encounter you or someone you know has had with abuse. 

1. You must currently be a high school senior

2. Your school must be in Iowa, Illinois, North Dakota, South Dakota, or Wisconsin

3. You must have a 2.5 GPA or higher

4. You must have plans to attend college or plans for a training program, JATC, Military, etc

Please email the following information" Full Name, Grade, School, Transcripts, Address and color photo to: preventionmagazine1@gmail.com 

Wisconsin Towns Association 2023 Scholarship Program (DUE 5/24/2024)

To all public or private high school students that plan to attend a Wisconsin public or private college or university in 2024:

The Wisconsin Town Association, Rural Mutual Insurance Company, and Scott Construction Inc will be awarding $7,000 in Scholarships. 

 Participants are expected to write an essay on "What lesson can town governments take from the COVID-19 pandemic to improve their emergency management systems and prepare for and respond to future disasters?" 

Essays must be postmarked by MAY 24, 2024

A copy of the essay requirements and Background Information can be requested from Student Services

The Edward & Hannah M. Rutledge Charities and Casper Foundation Scholarship (DUE 6/1/2024)

High Education Tuition Scholarships to full-time students.

Available to graduates who are residents of Chippewa County.

The scholarship committee makes its selection from students who have the ability to do post-high school level work and need financial assistance.

If accepted, undergraduates may receive an award each year for up to five years or ten semesters. The awards vary from $1,000 to $2,000 per year. 

Forms needed: Completed Application, transcript of high school grades, FAFSA report.

Applications are available in Student Services. 

Mikey Taylor Memorial Scholarship ( Due May 1, 2024)

More than 25% of students in college have been diagnosed or treated professionally for their mental health. 

The more attention and support we give to people struggling with their mental health, the closer we become to creating an open, more accepting society. The Mikey Taylor Memorial Scholarship aims to give support to students who have struggled with their mental health and have grown through this journey.

First generation undergraduate students and high schoolers who have overcome mental health challenges are eligible to apply. In your application, write about how your mental health experiences have influenced various aspects of your life.

Application can be found here: https://bold.org/scholarships/mikey-taylor-memorial-scholarship/

ASHRAE High School Senior Scholarships ( Due May 1, 2024)

Four one-year $3,000 scholarships available to undergraduate students enrolled full-time in their first year of college in a pre-engineering, engineering, or engineering technology program leading to a bachelor’s degree in a course of study that traditionally has been a preparatory curriculum for the HVAC&R profession.  Applicants must be high school seniors with a cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA) of at least 3.0 on a scale where 4.0 is the highest and/or a class standing of no less than the top 30% and accepted into an engineering, pre-engineering, or engineering technology program at a post-secondary educational institution that meets at least one of the following criteria:

• the institution hosts a recognized ASHRAE student branch ASHRAE Student Branches

• the program is accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) www.abet.org or the Partnership for Air-Conditioning, Heating, Refrigeration Accreditation (PAHRA)  

• the program is accredited by an agency outside the USA that is a signatory of The Washington Accord or The Sydney Accord

• the program is accredited by an agency that has a signed Memorandum of Understanding with ABET.

For a list of accredited programs or schools with an ASHRAE student branch, click on the links provided above. Contact 678-539-1120 (direct) with questions.

Instructions and Application

Applications and the following documents must be submitted on or before the application deadline to receive consideration:

1. Official transcript of grades. Transcript must either be mailed, sent through an online electronic transfer service, or directly from your registrar’s office on your behalf. Photocopies will not be accepted.

2. Letter of admission to a post-secondary educational institution

3. Three signed letters of recommendation as follows: one from an instructor or school advisor, one from a current or past employer, and one from another character reference (other than a family member).

Application: https://studentscholarships.org/scholarship/10066/ashrae-high-school-senior-scholarships 

Vintage Voyagers Street Rods of Chetek Scholarship (DUE May 1, 2024)

The Vintage Voyagers Street Rods of Chetek, Wi, offer are offering a scholarship to a high school senior attending WITC or any other technical college after high school graduation. Field of continued educations needs to be auto related. 

Our scholarship up to $500 has only two requirements:

1. Submit a short paragraph on the field you have chosen and why you believe you should receive the scholarship.

2. Submit your high school attendance record with  your submission

Application can be obtained in SS

Frank and Susan Huettner Educational Foundation (DUE May 1, 2024)

TO ALL GRADUATING SENIORS OF THE CHIPPEWA COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT:

Once again it is that time of year when the Frank and Susan Huettner Educational Foundation, LTD. offers scholarship awards to promote further education. These scholarships are available to current High School Seniors graduating or residing in the Chippewa County School district. 

The Scholarship committee makes their selection based on financial need, and the ability to do post-high school level work. Recipients may attend the college, technical, vocational school, or university of their choice. 

Applications are available ONLY by written request. Please send your request to:

Application Request

Huettner Foundation

PO Box 57

Cadott, Wi 54727

All written requests must be made no later than April 21, 2024. All completed applications must be returned ( or postmarked) no later than May 1, 2023. All applicants who return a completed application will be notified of the status of their application.

AB Nicholas Scholarship ( Due April 30, 2024)

Our Scholarship offers students in your school's boys and girls basketball programs the opportunity to attend University of Wisconsin System Schools. 

Eligibility: 

• Residents of Wisconsin

• Public and private high school students

• Baseketball program participants in their senior year

• Planning to attend a University of Wisconsin System school

• Not participating in sports at the Division I level in college (4-year program only)

More information available: www.AbNicholasScholars.org

2024 Andrew Cray High Education Fund ( Due April 28, 2024)

Eligibility:

• The Andrew Cray Higher Education Fund (HEF) is available to graduating high school seniors who identify as LGBTQ+, and who are planning to enroll in an institution of higher education such as a university, college, or technical school.

• Applicants should have a minimum of a 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale, be in good academic standing for graduation, and demonstrate leadership through extracurricular activities and involvement in LGBTQ+ advocacy.

• Applicants must live in Northwestern Wisconsin.

• Applicants must have enrolled in, or plan to enroll in and attend, an institution of higher education after graduation from high school.

Applications can be found here: http://mail01.tinyletterapp.com/CVLGBTQ-Plus/the-shout-out-from-chippewa-valley-lgbtq-december-2023/22975549-forms.gle/hfwh3yfmwvbtnv7a6?c=36a321f1-03df-2f21-59af-c10fb5dab9e0 

Carrie Crystal Stuckert Memorial Scholarship ( Due April 22, 2024)

Purpose: 

The family of Carrie Stuckert has created the Dream Pool Foundation, a non-profit organization providing assistance to individuals pursuing education in the visual arts. Currently Dream Pool is offering six scholarship opportunities

Eligibility: 

Intereste candidates must possess extra-cirricular accomplishments and inspirational goals. Academically capable students must be enrolled as an Art Major at an accredited institution of higher education located in the United States. (This includes Art Therapy Programs). All applicants must be U.S. citizens. Recipient will be required to provide evidence of college acceptance before money is awarded.

Application can be obtained from Student Services.

Northwood Technical Scholarships ( Due April 22, 2024)

How to Apply

1. Complete the admissions process online.  NorthwoodTech.edu/apply

2. go to NorthwoodTech.edu/scholarships and log in (use your new student ID)

3. Answer the questions; click submit

Citizens Connected ( Due April 22, 2024)

Citizens Connected 

 - General Scholarship & Vocational/Technical  College Scholarship (up to 10 - $5,000) 

Application can be found here: citizens-connected.com ( click about us at bottom of page)

Wisconsin Alumni Association Scholarship - Chippewa Valley Chapter ( Due April 19, 2024)

Eligibility Requirements:

-Applicants must be graduating in 2024 from a high school in one of the following counties:  Eau Claire, Chippewa, Dunn, Buffalo, or Pepin

-Eligible applicants will be starting their academic career at UW-Madison as an incoming freshman for the 2024-2025 Academic Calendar. Transfer or returning students are not eligible.

Students choosing to defer entrance to a different academic year or those that decide not to attend UW-Madison will relinquish the scholarship. The WAA - Chippewa Valley Chapter Scholarship Committee may elect to select an applicant in this instance.

-If selected, the WAA - Chippewa Valley Chapter can publicize my award on social media channels, emails and other marketing, and events such as Founder's Day and Freshman Send-off.

Application can be found here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfihvMtFhftoc5EeduWf4zIPB2COl2Sg_GFsZMtIejbGa7MaA/viewform?usp=sf_link 

Chippewa Valley Theatre Guild Scholarship ( Due April 19, 2024)

The Chippewa Valley Theatre Guild is seeking applications for their 2024 Scholarship Program. $1200 in scholarship funds will be divided among one to three students and is awarded annually to a high school senior (s) pursuing music or theatre in college in the fall and/or a college student(s) continuing in music or theatre

Who: A High school senior continuing in music/theater or a college student continuing in music/theatre/dance 

Applications can be requested in Student Services

Bryant Foundation (DUE April 15, 2024 by 3:00pm)

Eligible applicants must: 

• Be current postsecondary undergraduates or high school graduates with at least a diploma or GED certificate. Students currently in high school are not eligible to apply.

• Plan to enroll or be currently enrolled in part-time or full-time undergraduate study at an accredited two-year or four-year college, university, or vocational-technical school for the entire - academic year.

• Be a student who previously attended or graduated from one of the following Wisconsin community high school: 

Arcadia High School, Arcadia

Black River Falls High, Black River Falls

Bloomer High School, Bloomer

Mineral Point High, Mineral Point

Montello Jr/Sr High, Montello

Neillsville High , Neillsville

Riverdale School, Muscoda

Stoughton High, Stoughton

Viroqua High, Viroqua

Wautoma High, Wautoma

To learn more about the scholarship please visit:  https://learnmore.scholarsapply.org/bryantfoundation/ 

Army Scholarship Foundation Scholarships ( Due April 15, 2024)

The Army Scholarship Foundation is a charitable, non-profit organization dedicated to providing college scholarships for undergraduate study to deserving children of current and former members of the U.S. Army, and to spouses of currently serving soldiers.

Founded in 2001 by a group of U.S. Army veterans, the Foundation is dedicated to assisting sons, daughters, and spouses of soldiers in achieving their educational dreams. It is staffed entirely by volunteers and keeps operating expenses extremely low so that 98% of donated funds go toward scholarships.

ELIGIBILITY 

Applicants must:

• Be sons or daughters of regular active duty, active duty Reserve, or active duty National Guard U.S. Army members in good standing, OR

• Be spouses of serving enlisted regular active duty, active duty Reserve, or active duty National Guard U.S. Army members in good standing, OR

• Be sons or daughters of former U.S. Army members who received an honorable discharge or medical discharge, or who were killed while serving in the U.S. Army. AND

• Be high school seniors, high school graduates, or registered as undergraduate students at an accredited college or post high school vocational/technical institution.

• Have a 2.0 grade point average on a 4 point system.

• Be a U.S. citizen.

• Not have reached their 24th birthday by the application deadline date in the year they apply if they are a child of an Army member.

• Not have previously earned a bachelor’s degree from a college or university.

SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Applicants must submit the following postmarked no later than April 15th of the application year:

1. The appropriate filled and printed out online application form,

2. A certificate of good service or the parent’s/spouse’s DD 214,

3. A signed copy of the appropriate income tax return for the previous year (see application and FAQ for more details),

4. All pages of the complete Student Aid Report (SAR),

5. A high school transcript and transcripts from all post high school educational institutions if applicable,

6. An essay (see instructions),

7. A photograph,

8. Print and mail the filled out application to the Army Scholarship Foundation: 11700 Preston Road, Suite 660-301, Dallas, TX 75230. The application must be postmarked no later than April 15th of the application year. If the filled out application form is not printed and mailed to the Army Scholarship Foundation along with all the other required documents, your application can’t be reviewed.

Application: https://studentscholarships.org/scholarship/23993/army-scholarship-foundation-scholarships 

Karin Anne Seckora Memorial Scholarship    (DUE April 14, 2024)

Scholarship is open to any Bloomer High School Senior who will be attending a technical school, college, or university in the fall of this year.  A minimal grade point average of 2.25 is required. Applicants should be adventuresome, ambitious, loyal, fun loving, and display Christian values. Applicants are also preferred to have a willingness to reach out to others in need, respect all forms of life, and show an avid interest in animals, plants, arts, crafts, music, and dance. 

A second scholarship is offered through the Chippewa County 4-H Extension Office.  Eligibility requirements are the same as the Bloomer High School scholarship.  Should you meet eligibility and want to compete for both, only one application needs to be submitted.  Please note on the form that you want to be considered for both awards.  Only one scholarship will be award, but the application will be reviewed for both.

Application materials may be obtained in Student Services.

Completed applications must be returned to Student Services by April 14, 2024

***Letters of recommendation MUST be written on the provided forms***

BARRON SPOTLIGHTERS ( Due April 10, 2024)

Available to any senior that has been involved in theater activities during their high school or grade school years.

Application information can be found here: https://barronspotlighters.org/maxine-wiesner-scholarship/ 

Local Bloomer High School Scholarship Application  (DUE April 1, 2024)

The local scholarship application is due to Student Services by April 1, 2022. 

Please use this application for the following Scholarships: 

• American Legion

• Art Club

• Bloomer Industrial Development Committee Scholarship

• Bloomer Lions Club

• Bloomer Moose Lodge

• Bloomer School District Staff

• Dairy State Bank

• R. M. DeWitt Memorial Scholarship

• Bobby Durch Construction

• The Hable Family Scholarship in Honor of Anona Hable

• Alice Hanson Memorial

• Benedict Hartman Memorial Scholarship

• Knights of Columbus

• Masonic Lodge

• Ray and Valeria Moullet Memorial

• Pat Lebeis Citizenship Scholarship

• Pecha Family Scholarship 

• Mike Pecha Memorial

• Dick & Shirley Revoir Memorial

• Henry Ruff Insurance Memorial Scholarship 

• William & Eileen Scritsmier Scholarship 

• Frank & Elizabeth Siverling Memorial-University Scholarship 

• Elmer (Amy) Steinmetz Memorial

• Southworth Chevrolet

• Derek J. Thompson Family

• VFW Scholarship 

• Whitetails Unlimited

• Chief Brian D. Bleskacek Scholarship

• Joel Bleskacek Scholarship

• Elmer Erickson Memorial

• Student Council

Instructions for Google Doc: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1gfIxemzIICSUCjOgmSf1GHSCvVRBmnzb/edit 

1. Click the link to see a "view only" version of the application. 

2. Click "file"

3. Click "make a copy" to save a version to your google drive

4. You can now open, edit, save, and print your copy of the scholarship application

Applications must be typed. Please keep essay less than 1 page in length.  If you have any questions, please see Ms. Seibel in Student Services.

***Please print back to back***

Tilden Lions Club Scholarship  (DUE April 1, 2024)

Scholarship is open to students in the Tilden township area. The Student must plan to begin his or her first year or college or vocational school. 

Applications can be requested in SS and turned in to Ms Seibel no later than April 1, 2022

Ram and Jeremy Seibel Memorial Scholarship   (DUE April 1, 2024)

 Applicants must be pursuing further education in the field of agriculture or a related field.  They must also be social, well-rounded, and exhibit a strong work ethic. 

Application can be found here https://docs.google.com/document/d/1fnGJ4s0TJR-3409E3LP0nt3AIoNFGtSw/edit  or you can stop by SS to request a copy. 

Catherine G Burke Memorial Scholarship (DUE April 1, 2024)

The scholarship application is due to Student Services by April 1, 2024.

This Scholarship will go to a student in the special education program who would like to pursue and educational opportunity beyond high school. This is meant to be a a needs-based scholarship to help a student who might not otherwise have the means to access their career goals. The educational pursuit could be college classes or a vocational training program. They money from this scholarship can be spent on tuition, supplies, or anything else the applicant needs to pursue their goal. 

Please request an application thru Student Services. 

Bloomer Rod & Gun Club Foundation Scholarship (DUE April 1, 2024)

Application must be typed and submitted by April 1st

Eligibility:

• The Student will graduate from their local high school and is enrolled in a post-secondary program at a college/university or vocational school. 

• The student shall pursue a degree in Forestry, Environmental Enhancement, Fish & Game Management, Agriculture, Ecoscience, or Law Enforcement. 

Mail completed information postmarked no later than April 1st, to:

Bloomer Rod & Gun Club Foundation Inc. 

P.O. Box 162

Bloomer, WI. 54724

Applications available in Student Services.

St. Paul's Catholic School Faculty Scholarship (DUE April 1, 2024)

The scholarship application is due to Student Services by April 1, 2024.

Two scholarships in the amount of $250 will be awarded.

To apply, attach to this sheet (application available in student services) an essay that describes how you fee your time at St. Paul's Catholic School prepared you for the future academically, personally, and spiritually. 

You must also complete and submit the Bloomer High School Local Scholarship Application. 

Scholarship applications available in Student Services.

General Federation of Women's Clubs ( Due April 1, 2024)

Scholarships are awarded each year by GFWC-Wi groups at the Local, District and State levels to Wisconsin graduation high school students and adult students. At the State Level, the scholarship is awarded to students pursuing a career in the hearth field.

The application form and detailed instructions is at: GFWC-WI.org , home page - click on awards, then scholarships and click on hyperlink to the 2024 application. Open using WORD and enable editing.

Dove Healthcare Scholarship  (DUE April 1, 2024)

You are eligible to apply for this scholarship if you plan to pursue a career in a healthcare related field at an accredited technical college or four - year university. This scholarship is available to graduating seniors from select high schools in Barron, Bloomer, Chippewa Falls, Eau Claire, Osseo, and Rice Lake. The scholarship award amount will be listed at the high school you attend. 

EMAIL this completed application with essay to info@dovehealthcare.com

Application can be found here : https://www.dovehealthcarefoundation.org/ 

Eric D. (Fudge) Bleskacek Memorial Scholarship  (DUE April 1, 2024)

Scholarship is to be awarded to a young man or lady that will continue their education in the transportation industry (e.g. truck (semi) driving, diesel mechanic, civil engineering, or other related field) or plans to major in business.

Application materials may be obtained in Student Services.

 Please turn in completed application to Student Services

Cindy Asplund Memorial Scholarship   (DUE March 31,2024)

Must be a graduating senior entering a medical science field in a baccalaureate degree program. Suggested areas of study include: Pre-med, Medicine, Nursing Psychology, Dentistry, Physical Therapy, Sports Medicine, Pharmaceutical, Veterinarian, Laboratory Sciences, and other 4-year medical programs. 

AN OFFICIAL BHS TRANSCRIPT MUST ALSO BE SUBMITTED WITH APPLICATION

Application may be found: http://cindyasplundscholarship.com 

Heartland Business Systems Scholarship ( Due March 30, 2024)

Description

Scholarship: Up to four recipients will be eligible to receive the Heartland Scholarship. Recipients will each receive $2,500 to put towards continuing education. Payment will be made directly to the institution the recipient is attending.

Requirements

Who is eligible to apply: Graduating seniors from high schools local to HBS offices. Students must have a 3.5 minimum GPA and intend to continue education at an accredited two – or four- year university or technical school, with an intended major in an Information Technology field. Students will be required to submit a copy of their high school transcripts.

Application can be found here: https://recruiting.paylocity.com/recruiting/jobs/Details/2086017/2024-Heartland-Business-Systems-Scholarship 

UW Help Scholarship (DUE March 22, 2024)

UW HELP would like to announce the 2024 Emma D. Boettiger Scholarship, with applications being accepted starting today! The scholarship will award two academic scholarships to Wisconsin high school students who plan to enroll full time at a Universities of Wisconsin institution starting this upcoming Fall 2024 term. This scholarship award is $2,000 and will be awarded to the recipients for four consecutive years (awarded in two disbursements each year - $1,000 for the fall semester and $1,000 for the spring semester). 

The scholarships are given in memory of Emma Boettiger's sister, Nettie Dieckmann, and nephew, Freddie Dieckmann. 

For more information about how to apply for this scholarship, please visit the UW HELP website: https://uwhelp.wisconsin.edu/pay-for-college/explore-financial-aid/uw-help-scholarship/ 

Compeer Financial Scholarship (DUE March 15, 2024)

Eligibility: High school seniors who have an agriculture or rural background, or plan to major in an agriculture-related field at a college, university, or technical school are encouraged to apply between now and March 15.

Each scholarship recipient will receive $1,500 for educational tuition expenses. Qualified applicants must live in Compeer Financial’s 144-county territory and have a 3.0 GPA or higher. Recipients will be selected based on academic achievement, agricultural and community organization involvement, and essays.

Application is available: Students can find the scholarship application at https://www.compeer.com/investing-in-rural-communities/giving-back/scholarships/high-school-senior-scholarships

All applications must be submitted through the online platform. 

Horatio Alger Association of Distinguished Americans ( Due March 15, 2024)

Since 1984, the Horatio Alger Association has awarded college scholarships to deserving students. By the association's 75th anniversary in 2022, we anticipate having awarded over $235 million in scholarships to over 35,000 students. In keeping with the mission of the Horatio Alger Association, the scholarship programs provide financial assistance to students throughout the nation who have significant financial need and have exhibited integrity and perseverance in overcoming personal adversity. The scholarships are given to deserving students each year and range in award value from $10,000 to $25,000. 

Eligibility criteria: You must be a high school junior, demonstrate critical financial need ($55,000 or lower adjusted gross family income), and United States Citizenship.

https://horatioalger.org/scholarships/

https://horatioalger.org/scholarships-and-services/undergraduate-scholarships/ (National scholarship for eligible high school juniors, along with a variety of state/college specific scholarships for juniors and/or seniors)

https://horatioalger.org/career-technical-education-scholarships/ (opens on 3/15/24) 

Navy League Foundation Scholarship ( Due March 15, 2024)

Scholarships available this cycle:

Jack and Eileen Anderson Scholarship

Amount: $10,000 over four years
Awarding criteria: The recipient of this award will be a student properly enrolled in any curriculum at an accredited institution of higher education who is the child or grandchild of a member of the sea services, to include the United States Navy, United States Marine Corps, United States Coast Guard, and U.S.-flag Merchant Marine. In all other respects, these funds will be awarded without restriction to race, gender, national origin, religion, age sexual orientation, or disability. 

John G. Brokaw Scholarship

Amount: $10,000 over four years
Awarding criteria: The recipient of this award will be a student properly enrolled in any curriculum at an accredited institution of higher education who is the child or grandchild of a member of the sea services, to include the United States Navy, United States Marine Corps, United States Coast Guard, and U.S.-flag Merchant Marine. In all other respects, these funds will be awarded without restriction to race, gender, national origin, religion, age sexual orientation, or disability.

Wesley C. Cameron Scholarship 

Amount: $10,000 over four years
Awarding criteria: The recipient of this award will be a student properly enrolled in any curriculum at an accredited institution of higher education who is the child or grandchild of a member of the sea services, to include the United States Navy, United States Marine Corps, United States Coast Guard, and U.S.-flag Merchant Marine. In all other respects, these funds will be awarded without restriction to race, gender, national origin, religion, age sexual orientation, or disability.

Ann E. Clark Scholarship

Amount: $10,000 over four years
Awarding criteria: The recipient of this award will be a student properly enrolled in any curriculum at an accredited institution of higher education who is the child or grandchild of a member of the sea services, to include the United States Navy, United States Marine Corps, United States Coast Guard, and U.S.-flag Merchant Marine. In all other respects, these funds will be awarded without restriction to race, gender, national origin, religion, age sexual orientation, or disability.

Collins Aerospace Scholarship

Amount: $2,500 one-year scholarship, non-renewable
Awarding criteria: The recipient of this award will be a student planning to enroll in an engineering, aviation or science curriculum at an accredited institution of higher education who is the child or grandchild of a member of the sea services, to include the United States Navy, United States Marine
Corps, United States Coast Guard, and U.S.-flag Merchant Marine. In all other respects, these funds will be awarded without restriction to race, gender, national origin, religion, age sexual orientation, or disability.

Albert Levinson Scholarship 

Amount $10,000 over four years
Awarding criteria: The recipient of this award will be a student properly enrolled in any curriculum at an accredited of higher education who is the child or grandchild of a member of the sea services, to include the United States Navy, United States Marine Corps, United States Coast Guard, and U.S.-flag Merchant Marine. In all other respects, these funds will be awarded to race, gender, national origin, religion, age sexual orientation, or disability.

Gloria and J. Michael McGrath Scholarship 

Amount: $10,000 over four years
Awarding criteria: The recipient of this award will be a student properly enrolled in any curriculum at an accredited institution of higher education who is the child or grandchild of a member of the sea services, to include the United States Navy, United States Marine Corps, United States Coast Guard, and U.S.-flag Merchant Marine. In all other respects, these funds will be awarded without restriction to race, gender, national origin, religion, age sexual orientation, or disability.

Navy League Foundation Scholarship 

Amount: $20,000 over four years
Awarding criteria: The recipient of this award will be a student properly enrolled in any curriculum at an accredited institution of higher education who is the child or grandchild of a member of the sea services, to include the United States Navy, United States Marine Corps, United States Coast Guard, and U.S.-flag Merchant Marine. In all other respects, these funds will be awarded without restriction to race, gender, national origin, religion, age sexual orientation, or disability.

RADM William A. Sullivan, USN (Ret) Scholarship $10,000 (2 awards)

Amount: $10,000 over four years
Number of Awards: 4
Awarding criteria: The recipient of this award will be a student properly enrolled in any curriculum at an accredited institution of higher education who is the child or grandchild of a member of the sea services, to include the United States Navy, United States Marine Corps, United States Coast Guard, and U.S.-flag Merchant Marine. Preference is given to applicants who will seek a degree in science or engineering. Preference is given to applicants who currently reside in San Diego, California. In all other respects, these funds will be awarded without restriction to race, gender, national origin, religion, age sexual orientation, or disability.

Application:  https://studentscholarships.org/scholarship/10176/navy-league-foundation-scholarships 

FEEA Scholarship ( Due March 14, 2024)

Since 1986, FEEA has given over 11,000 merit-based scholarships to federal public servants, their spouses, children, and grandchildren.

Collectively, our scholarship program to date totals over $14 million. FEEA champions the pursuit of higher education and each year supports over 200 students with merit-based scholarships.

Scholarship Awards: 

Scholarships range between $1,000 and $5,000 for one year of academic study at an accredited college or university. The scholarship is not renewable, however, applicants may apply every year they are eligible, whether or not they have received an award in the past.

The majority of scholarships are awarded for undergraduate study, with occasional awards for graduate study. Scholarship winners should refer to IRS publication 970 for more information on any potential tax implications of scholarships: https://www.irs.gov/forms-pubs/about-publication970. Scholarship funds may be used for tuition and fees only.

Individuals Eligible for Scholarships:

• Full- or part-time permanent civilian federal or postal employees.

• Children or legal dependents of full- or part-time permanent federal civilian or postal employees. Dependents must be under the age of 25 and a current dependent of their sponsor.

• Spouses of full- or part-time permanent civilian federal or postal employees.

• Grandchildren of Blacks in Government (BIG) federal employee members, American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE) members, or Professional Managers Association (PMA) members.

• Legal dependents of non-federal BIG members (only eligible for the BIG scholarship) 

• Children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren of current members of the National Active and Retired Federal Employees Association (NARFE). NARFE applicants must be high school seniors only.

The FEEA Scholarship competition is for those attending or planning to attend an accredited institution of higher learning for an undergraduate or graduate degree. 

Federal employees, either applying directly or serving as a sponsor, must be employed with the federal government for more than three years as of the scholarship application deadline. 

FEEA does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, gender, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. 

Applicants must have a 3.0 or higher cumulative, unweighted grade point average.

Children, grandchildren, dependents, or spouses applying for support must be enrolled or planning to enroll full-time in their academic program. Federal employee applicants may study part-time.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:

• Complete high school or college transcripts (unofficial transcripts accepted)

• An essay

• A list of community service, awards, and extracurricular activities

• A copy of federal employee sponsor’s current SF-50 (not required for retired NARFE members)

Application : https://studentscholarships.org/scholarship/9760/fe%20ea-scholarships 

Wisconsin Rural Opportunities Foundation ( Due March 6, 2024)

This year, we will be awarding five outstanding high school seniors from rural Wisconsin with each a $3,000 scholarship award to pursue post-secondary education. 

Here are the criteria we will use when choosing the five recipients:

• The high school senior has lived in rural Wisconsin for at least two years. "Rural" is defined as traditional rural areas and rural towns with a population of 25,000 or less.

• The high senior is attending a public or private school in Wisconsin.

• The high school senior is pursuing post-secondary education and plans on returning to rural Wisconsin upon graduation.

• The high school senior will pursue a degree in a field that will support the economic health and well-being of rural communities in Wisconsin. This includes fields in agriculture, healthcare, large animal veterinary care, environmental studies, and sustainable practices.

• The high school senior has financial need.

Three letters of recommendation are requested and help in the selection process, but are not required.

Selection will be completed by an ad hoc committee.

The scholarship award will support tuition and educational expenses, up to $1,500 per semester, and will continue if a 2.5 GPA is maintained.

Scholarship recipients will be notified in May.

We encourage the best and the brightest scholars to apply, so they can bring the skills and knowledge they gain to help sustain the vibrancy of Wisconsin's rural communities

Application opens January 5th and can be found here: www.wrof.org   

River Country CO-OP (DUE March 1, 2024)

Available: Open to any River Country Co-op member and their children.  Any high school senior, college student, or non - traditional student in either a two or four-year accredited college or University.  Any area of study is accepted, but Agronomy - related is preferred.

For application materials contact: www.rivercountrycoop.com/membership  Scroll to the bottom to find the application link

Wisconsin 4H Foundation Scholarship (Due: March 1, 2024)

Opportunity

The Wisconsin 4-H Foundation will award more than $20,000 in scholarships to outstanding Wisconsin 4-H members and alumni pursuing higher education in 2024.  To be considered for financial support, applications will be accepted starting December 15, 2023, and must be received by the Wisconsin 4-H Foundation via email by Friday, March 1, 2024, 5:00 pm.

Wisconsin 4-H Foundation scholarships are awarded to students based on demonstrated personal growth through 4-H, development and leadership in 4-H, academic performance and future educational goals. 

To be eligible for Wisconsin 4-H Foundation scholarships students must have been a Wisconsin 4-H member for at least three years; should have a grade point average of at least 2.5 on a 4.0 scale, and be enrolled or planning to enroll at a university, college or technical school during the 2024-2025 academic school year.  Scholarship winners from previous years are not eligible to receive a second 4-H Foundation scholarship.

All applications must adhere to the conventions outlined below.  Any application that does not meet these requirements will not be considered.  All documents must be emailed to the 4-H Foundation as one, two-page PDF.  Any other cloud/internet shared documents will be NOT be accepted (do NOT use Google Docs, for example).

The application materials represent what youth may be asked to submit when applying for jobs. We encourage applicants to treat this process as if applying for a position. For help with creating cover letters and résumés, applicants should reach out to their club leaders, county educator or a teacher or parent.

Application Requirements

Applications must be emailed to scholarships@Wis4HFoundation.org.  Applications will consist of a résumé and a cover letter.  These two documents must be saved as one, two-paged PDF with page one the cover letter and page two the résumé.

1. Cover Letter

   1. Applicant’s name and contact information (including county where the applicant is/was a 4-Her) at the top of the page. Include email (choose one that will be active through Fall of 2024), address, phone.

   2. One page only – do not exceed one page

   3. No less than 3/4–inch margins and using type no smaller than 10 points

   4. Use this document to briefly describe your 4-H experience; to share how 4-H made an impact in your life, and to explain how you will be using lessons learned in 4-H as you move to higher education and into a career.

2. Résumé

   1. Applicant’s name and contact information (including county where the applicant is/was a 4-Her) at the top of the page. Include email (choose one that will be active through Fall of 2024), address, phone.

   2. One page only – do not exceed one page

   3. No less than 3/4–inch margins and using type no smaller than 10 points

   4. Suggested résumé headings include: Career Goals, School Experience, Work Experience, 4-H Projects and Activities, Leadership Experience, Activities Outside of 4-H

   5. Include probable school choice and major on your résumé

   6. Include a brief list of 4-H projects and activities that were most influential to you

Cover letter and résumés must be submitted via email as one, two-page PDF; must be named ApplicantLastName Application 2024 (example: Smith Application 2024), and must be attached to the transmittal email. No cloud sharing.

Résumé/cover letter PDFs must be received by the Wisconsin 4-H Foundation on or before March 1, 2024, 5:00 pm.  Applications received after 5:00 pm, March 1, 2024 (as time stamped in the email), and any USPS mailed applications will not be considered.  We encourage you to apply early.

Please find more information here: https://wis4hfoundation.org/staging/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/2024-Scholarship-Application-Announcement.pdf 

Hagan Scholarship (Due: March 1, 2024)

The Hagan Scholarship is a life-changeing scholarship. The scholarship provides up to $7,500 each semester for up to 8 consecutive semesters, providing recipients with the opportunity to graduate college debt - free. 

Eligibility Requirements:

1. Must graduate from a public, private, charter, magnet, or STEM high school

2. Must have achieve a 3.5 GPA

3. Must enroll in an eligible college or university the first semester following graduation

4. Must maintain a 4 year or less graduation schedule

5. Must work 240 hours prior to commencement of the fall semester in college

6. Applicants Adjusted Gross Household Income reported for 2022 Federal Income Tax Purposes must not have exceeded $100,000

Application: https://haganscholarships.org/ 

Mayo Clinic Health Systems Scholarship ( Due February 24, 2024)

All High School students who plan to continue their education in a healthcare related field are eligible to apply for this scholarship. 

Once your application and scoring sheet is completed, please turn in to Student Services no later than February 24th. There are no late acceptances. 

Applications are available in Student Services.

Farm Kids for College Scholarship ( Due February 20, 2024)

National Farmers launched scholarship program more than two decades ago to invest in the future of agriculture-oriented young people. Farm Kids for College Scholarship winners have pursued degrees in agronomy, agribusiness, dairy science, animal science, farm business and more. The adventures agriculture provides are many, and the Farm Kids for College contest helps students in their college pursuits at four-year colleges or technical and community colleges.

“Our 2024 Farm Kids for College Scholarship competition application materials are available now, and we look forward to seeing applications from students devoted to lives in agriculture,” said Perry Garner, National Farmers national scholarship coordinator.

High school seniors planning to earn an agricultural degree from an accredited college or university are eligible, and must submit materials by Feb. 20, 2024. Based upon competitive selection, National Farmers will announce three national scholarship winners April 9, 2024.

Three winners will receive either $2500, $1500, or $1,000 toward their freshman year in college.

To be eligible for the National Farmers Farm Kids for College Scholarship, you must:

• Be a high school senior in the U.S.

• Major in an agricultural field at an accredited college or university

More information and application can be found here: https://studentscholarships.org/scholarship/13249/farm-kids-for-college-scholarships 

Foundation for Rural Services( Due February 16, 2024 )

Foundation for Rural Services 

 - FRS General Scholarship (25 - $2500)  - Everett Kneece Scholarship ($7000) 

 - Herbert & Isabel Bitz Memorial ($5000)  - JSI Scholarship ($5,000) 

 - Sarah Tyree Good Neighbor ($5000) 

 - Cronin Communications ($2500) 

 - Diana Jo Dreyer Memorial ($2500) 

 - Roger Cox Scholarship ($1000) 

 - TMS Scholarship ($1500) 

Application can be found here: https://www.frs.org/programs/youth-programs/scholarships

Gerald Naiberg Honor Scholarship ( February 15, 2024)

 The Rutledge charities are sponsoring a new scholarship honoring our past board member, Gerald J Naiberg, for an eligible Chippewa County High School graduating senior. This scholarship is a $2500.00 non-renewable scholarship, and is awarded to one recipient from the Chippewa County graduating class of 2024. 

A copy of the application can be obtained in Student Services. 

Boyd J Cameron Memorial Scholarship (Due February 15, 2024

Boyd J. Cameron was a hardworking man of great character.

He was a veteran of both the Korean and Vietnam wars, heroically serving his country. On top of his service, he also took care of his family and supported his wife and children through all of their endeavors. One of his dreams for retirement was to become an entrepreneur. To honor his memory, the Boyd J. Cameron Memorial Scholarship will benefit a student pursuing a degree in business.

Undergraduate students are eligible to apply if they are first generation college students pursuing a career in business and have a GPA of 3.0 or higher. To apply, write about why you are interested in business and how you will use your education to make an impact on your community.

Application can be found here: https://bold.org/scholarships/boyd-j-cameron-memorial-scholarship/ 

Wi State Telecommunications (Due February 10, 2024)

WI State Telecommunications Foundation  - WSTF General Scholarship (26 - $1500)  - Bruce Reuber Memorial ($1500) 

 - Technical College Scholarship ($750) 

Application can be found here: wsta.info/scholarships 

Cheryl Twilley Outreach Memorial Scholarship (DUE February 5, 2024)

Cheryl Twilley was a beloved mother who passed away too soon, leaving behind a legacy of generosity.

Cheryl believed in serving others and providing outreach to those who were experiencing socioeconomic adversity. Financial struggles are all too common, preventing many young people from being able to pursue their dreams and continue their education.

This scholarship seeks to honor the memory of Cheryl Twilley by supporting low-income students in their pursuit of higher education.

Any first-generation, low-income undergraduate student who is an underrepresented minority may apply for this scholarship if they have at least a 2.8 GPA and community service experience.

Application can be found here: https://bold.org/scholarships/cheryl-twilley-outreach-memorial-scholarship/ 

WEAC Scholarship (DUE 2/1/2024)

We are pleased to let you know that the Wisconsin Education Association Council is again offering a scholarship to eligible high school seniors who are planning to enter the field of education. Winners of the scholarship will receive a grant of $1,450.00 per year for four years of study, provided they remain eligible. 

High school seniors who are planning to go into the field of education and whose parent(s) are a WEAC member, a WEAC retired member, or who died while holding a WEAC membership are eligible to apply. 

Each year one of the four scholarships shall be designated the Kathy Mann Memorial Scholarship. This scholarship shall be awarded to a minority student. In the event that no minority student applies or meets the criteria, the Kathy Mann Scholarship shall not be awarded. In its place, a regular WEAC Scholarship shall be awarded.

Scholarship applications must be postmarked no later than February 1, 2024.

Scholarship application is available online www.weac.org/awards-scholarships

Breanna Coleman Memorial Nursing Scholarship ( Due January 24, 2023)

Breanna Coleman was one of five people lost in a car accident late in the night on June 25th, 2023.

Breanna was only 18 years old and had just graduated from Gateway High School, completed her Dual Enrollment requirements, and was set to begin the nursing program at the University of North Florida in Jacksonville, Florida, in the Fall. Bre had her whole life ahead of her, and she just wanted to use her career to help people.

This scholarship seeks to honor the life of Breanna Coleman by supporting students who share her passion for nursing and helping others.

Any high school senior who will be a first-generation college student pursuing a four-year degree in nursing may apply for this scholarship if they have volunteering and extracurricular involvement.

To apply, tell us what inspired you to study nursing and how you currently give back to your community, and/or how you will give back in the future

Application can be found here:  https://studentscholarships.org/scholarship/27824/breanna-coleman-memorial-nursing-scholarship 

Engineers Foundations of Wisconsin ( 12/18/2023) 

 The Engineers Foundation of Wisconsin, a non-profit foundation of the National Society of Professional Engineers-Wisconsin (NSPE-WI), is pleased to send you information regarding our Engineering Scholarships. The scholarships are available to graduating high school seniors who plan to study engineering at a four-year ABET/EAC accredited program leading to a baccalaureate degree in engineering and intend to enter the profession of engineering upon graduation. Each applicant will be considered for all of the following scholarships. 

The Engineers Foundation of Wisconsin Scholarship, six $2,500 scholarships 

The WSPE Past Presidents Scholarship, one $2,500 scholarship

 The Louis C Geiger Scholarship, three $2,500 scholarships 

The Terry Ni Scholarship http://www.tnscholarship.org, one to six scholarships at a minimum of $3,000 each 

Application : http://www.wspe.org/scholarships   

2023-2024 Xello & Method Learning High School Scholarship ( Due December 11, 2023)

Application Instructions:

The Wisconsin School Counselor Association (WSCA), in partnership with Xello & Method Learning, has established the WSCA High School Scholarship Program to assist students with their post-secondary education.

FOUR $500.00 Scholarships Will Be Awarded

ELIGIBILITY:

Are you eligible to apply for the WSCA high school scholarship?

Unless otherwise specified, you must:

• Be a Wisconsin resident. Residency is defined by WSCA when:

  • An independent student or the parents of a dependent student have continuously resided in Wisconsin for the previous 12 months.

  • A student has continuously enrolled for a minimum of one academic year within the past 12-month period at a Wisconsin high school.

  • Be a graduating Wisconsin high school student during the current academic year.

  • In the state of Wisconsin for any reason, other than a temporary purpose (ie. student visa, travel visa, etc.)

• Are attending a public or private high school in Wisconsin

• Will be attending a post-secondary education program during the 2024-2025 school year.

You call find the application here: https://www.wscaweb.org/awards-scholarships/scholarships/high-school-scholarship-2023-2024/?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=grad_student_high_school_scholarship_available&utm_term=2023-12-01 

2023-2024 Mike Troy Graduate Student Scholarship ( Due December 11, 2023)

Application Instruction: The Wisconsin School Counselor Association has established the Mike Troy Graduate Student Scholarship Program to assist graduate students with their Counseling Education. TWO $500 scholarships will be awarded.

Eligibility: Are you eligible to apply for the Mike Troy Scholarship? Unless otherwise specified, you must:

• Be a Wisconsin resident. Residency is defined by WSCA when

  • • An independent student or the parents of a dependent student have continuously resided in Wisconsin for the previous 12 months. 

    • In the State of Wisconsin for any reason, other than a temporary purpose (ie student visa, travel visa, etc)

• Be a student currently enrolled at a Wisconsin University in a professional counseling Graduate program

• Must be a WSCA Member to be awarded this scholarship

Application can be found here: https://www.wscaweb.org/awards-scholarships/scholarships/mike-troy-graduate-student-scholarship-2023-2024/?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=grad_student_high_school_scholarship_available&utm_term=2023-12-01 

Hagan Scholarship Foundation ( Due December 1, 2023)

The Hagan Scholarship is a nationwide need-based merit scholarship, providing recipients with the opportunity to graduate college debt-free.  The scholarship provides up to $7500 each semester for up to either consecutive semesters. Recipients graduating college while in the Hagan Scholarship program can apply for a Hagan Graduate Scholarship, good for up to four additional consecutive semesters. 

Please see the pamphlet in Student Services for the Eligibility requirements and application process. Application can be found at the HSF website

Red Letter Grant ( Due October 16, 2023)

| ELIGIBILITY | Open to women throughout ten counties in western Wisconsin who want to start a NEW business. We will consider applications from existing women-owned businesses looking to expand, but preference is given to applicants in the start-up phase. We consider the start-up phase to be three years old or younger. If you have already received a Red Letter Grant, you cannot re-apply for the same business, but you may apply for a new start-up.  RLG does not fund non-profit organizations.

Eligible counties include: Buffalo, Clark, Chippewa, Dunn, Eau Claire, Jackson, Pepin, Pierce, St. Croix, and Trempealeau.

| HOW MUCH | Two $5,000 grants and up to four $2,000 grants are awarded each spring and fall.

Apply Here: https://www.redlettergrant.org/apply2 

Heisman Scholarship ( Due: October 17, 2023)

The Heisman Memorial Trophy is renowned for symbolizing the pursuit of excellence with integrity. The Heisman High School Scholarship extends the Heisman prestige to our nation’s most esteemed male and female high school seniors by recognizing and rewarding outstanding scholar-athletes who understand that the most important victories not only happen on the field, but in their schools and communities. These remarkable young leaders set the example and make a game-changing difference every day, paving the way to greatness for everyone around them. 

The Heisman High School Scholarship is looking for all types of high-achieving seniors from more than 29,000 public and private high schools within the U.S. We consider young men and women who participate in a wide range of sports as well as school and community activities. 

Apply Here: https://heismanscholarship.com/ 

2023 Heisman High School Scholarship ( Due October 17, 2023)

The Heisman High School Scholarship is proud to continue its 28-year tradition of honoring the nation’s most esteemed high school seniors and supporting high school academic and athletic programs across the country. The program recognizes and rewards male and female high school seniors who accomplish tremendous feats in the classroom, on the field, and most importantly, within their communities.

Winners from every school and

scholarships from $1,000 to $10,000.

The Heisman Trophy Trust is proud to reward community-minded scholar-athletes at the state and national level.

• School Winners from every school*

• 100 State Winners receive a $1,000 scholarship

• 10 National Finalists receive a $2,000 scholarship

• 2 National Winners receive a $10,000 scholarship

Give your top seniors a chance to win.

Winning a Heisman High School Scholarship requires a weighted GPA of 3.0 or better, participation in at least one sport, and demonstrated leadership at school and in the community. You have students who have worked hard for years to make the grade. Here's how you can help them get the recognition they deserve.

Use this link to apply: https://heismanscholarship.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=e1576373df2cf1a8b2733dadb&id=873f3643df&e=0ea4672ab2 

Hispanic Heritage Youth Awards ( Due November 13, 2023)

To Be Eligible for the scholarship the student must: 

1. Be Currently enrolled in high school and graduation in the Spring of 2024

2. Hav a minimum unweighted 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale or 7.5 on a 10.0 scale

Applications can be found by going to: http://studentscholarships.org/scholarship/13676/hispanic_heritage_youth_awards 

Elks Most Valuable Student Cometition ( Due November 13, 2023)

Since 1931, the Elks National Foundation has helped students recognize their academic dreams. Each year, we award more than $3 million in college scholarships to at least 800 outstanding, service-minded high school seniors. Once you're an Elks scholar, you're family.

Eligibility:

• Current high school seniors, or the equivalent, who are citizens of the United States are eligible to apply.

• Applicants do not need to be related to a member of the Elks.

• High school graduates are not eligible to apply.

• Applicants must be citizens of the United States on the date their applications are submitted; permanent legal resident status does not qualify.

Awards:

• The Elks National Foundation will award 500 four-year scholarships to the highest-rated applicants in the 2024 competition.

• Male and female students compete separately.

• Ranging from $1,000 per year to $7,500 per year, Most Valuable Student scholarships are for students pursuing a four-year degree, on a full-time basis (minimum of 12 semester hours), in a U.S. college or university. All scholarships are in the form of certificates of award conditional upon the full-time enrollment of the winner in an accredited U.S. college or university.

Application: https://www.elks.org/scholars/scholarships/mvs.cfm