SCHOLARSHIPS
SCHOLARSHIPS
Amazon Future Engineer Scholarship
VALUE: Up to $40,000
CRITERIA: Plans to attain a bachelor’s degree in automation engineering, computer science, software engineering, mechanical engineering, or other eligible fields of study from an accredited 4-year college, or 2-year college with the intent to transfer to a 4-year college. 2.3+ GPA required. Financial need considered.
DEADLINE: January 5, 2027 (3pm CST)
APPLICATION: APPLY ONLINE
Illinois Odd Fellow Rebekah Scholarship
VALUE: Unspecified
CRITERIA: This scholarship Targets C-average students. Qualified applicants will have demonstrated responsibility, dedication, a strong work ethic, and a commitment to helping others. This scholarship places special emphasis on employment experience, community involvement, volunteer service, and personal character.
DEADLINE: February 15, 2027
APPLICATION: APPLY ONLINE
Be Like Austin Scholarship
VALUE: Unspecified
CRITERIA: Graduating seniors pursuing a career in a vocational trade.
DEADLINE: November 30, 2026
APPLICATION: APPLY ONLINE
Bob & Marilyn Sinclair Scholarship for Future Teachers
VALUE: $4000
CRITERIA: Mahomet-Seymour High School graduate currently in final two years of post-secondary teacher certification program
DEADLINE: June 1 of each year.
APPLICATION: VIEW ONLINE
Parkland Board of Trustees Scholarships
VALUE: 100% of full-time tuition and fees (excluding Aviation fees)
CRITERIA: Top 10% of the class determined at the end of the 7th semester
DEADLINE: N/A
APPLICATION: You will receive a letter from Parkland if you make the top 10%
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NOTE: Every college offers unique scholarship opportunities that are available upon request from that particular college or university. More information can typically be obtained by calling the college's financial aid.
ROTC - The Reserve Officers' Training Corps (ROTC) program is a college-based, officer commissioning program. It is designed as a college elective that focuses on leadership development, problem solving, planning, and professional ethics.