Local Scholarships

Arbutus Garden Club Scholarship

Awarded to a student pursuing a career in the field of natural resources.

Due by: April 1

Augusta Hazard Scholarship

Awarded to a senior accepted to a post-secondary school. Based on academics, school and community involvement.

Due by: March 1

Bob Conway Memorial Scholarship

Each year, Bob’s family gives an award to a South Kingstown High School senior in his memory and in celebration of the values he held dear… among them was the idea that the life worth living is the one approached with lightness, passion, spontaneity and joy.

Due By: April 1

Brit Piez Scholarship

Awarded to two seniors who participated in SKHS Varsity Baseball or Softball Program.

Due by:  April 1

Centreville Bank Robert O. Pare College Scholarship

The Robert O. Pare Scholarship is presented to local high school students who are dedicated to making a difference through community service. Each year, two (2) recipients are awarded individually a $5,000 scholarship.

Due by: April 12

Chris Collins Memorial Scholarship

Awarded to a graduating senior with a baseball or softball background.  Click the picture for more details. 

Due by:  April 1

Conrad-Nestor-Walsh Memorial Scholarship

The Conrad-Nestor-Walsh scholarships will be awarded to students who are entering post-secondary training and who demonstrate a combination of academic achievement and financial need.

Must be a child/grandchild/dependent of a current South County Hospital employee.

Due by: April 12

Daughters of American Revolution Susan B. Wilson Memorial Scholarship

Awarded to resident of South Kingstown who has shown achievement in their school studies and community service.

Due by: April 1

Desiree Mesolella Art Scholarship

Two scholarships awarded to graduating senior who plans to pursue a degree in the art field.

Due by: April 12 

Edward Saffron Scholarship

Awarded to child or grand child of South Kingstown Elks Lodge 1899 member. 

Due by: May 15

Elks Legacy Awards Scholarship

To apply go to elks.org and click on Our Programs and Scholarships.  Scholarships are available to children and grandchildren of ELKS members. Eligibility requirements are posted on the website.  Applicant must apply online.  

Due by: February 5

ELKS Lodge Veterans Scholarship

Due by: May 15: click on Apply Now to see application

Ellen and Albert Smith Memorial Scholarship

A substantial, four-year renewable scholarship is offered to seniors who are SK residents and who are applying to a college or university.  This scholarship is based on academic achievement and financial need. 

Please send an email requesting a preliminary application to SMITHSCHOLARSHIP@AOL.COM  or stop by the guidance office to receive a copy. 

Preliminary application is due by February 15

Fundacao Faialense Scholarship

Winners are selected on the basis of academic record, personal qualifications, financial need and other credentials submitted by or on behalf of each applicant.

Due By: February 29 

to address provided

Friends of South Kingstown Park and Recreation Scholarship

The applicant must have participated in recreation sponsored programs and completed community service hours for the recreation department.  

Due by: April 26

James D. Wright Scholarship

 Given to an SK senior who has shown good school citizenship and demonstrated financial need.  The award is given in honor of James D. Wright, a past principal and the first athletic director of SKHS. 

Due by: April 1

Janet Berry Memorial Music Scholarship 

$2000.00 scholarship given to a graduating senior planning to pursue a degree in the field of music: education, performance, composition or technical production.

Due by:  March 31

John Michael Crowley Memorial Scholarship 

Awarded to an SKHS senior who is attending a 2 or 4-year post-secondary school.  Preference will be given to students who have overcome obstacles or challenges.

Due by: April 22

Jason D. Foreman Memorial Scholarship 

This $1000.00 scholarship is available to graduating seniors.  Priority will be given (but not limited) to graduating high school students who enroll in a trade or technical school program of instruction, or equivalent.  Graduating high school students who enroll in a community college, college, university, etc. are also encouraged to apply.

Due by: May 8

Katie DeCubellis Memorial Foundation Scholarships

The following scholarships will be given to a student pursuing an education in a technical program or in a two or four- year college program.

The scholarships have specific guidelines; please check each application carefully.  

Due by: April 5

Go to Apply Now for the applications.

Kent Washington Association of REALTORS®

The KWAOR Foundation, Inc., the charitable arm of the Kent Washington Association of REALTORS® is offering a $1,000 scholarship.

Any full-time senior attending a Kent County or Washington County high school and resides in either the Kent County or Washington County in the State of RI. This scholarship is based on a combination of financial need, scholastics, and extra-curricular activities.

Due by: May 3

KiKi's Garden Aspire Higher Arts Scholarship

This scholarship is in memory of Krista Weller Burns by honoring individuals who wish to pursue a career in the Arts.

Must be a RI High School senior year with a passion for the arts and be planning a career in an art concentration.

Due by: April 29

Kiki's Garden Scholarship in Honor of Zachary Jamison Weller

Awarded to a RI high school senior who is pursuing a degree at a 2-year or 4-year program and is coping with or has overcome a mental or emotional health challenge. 

Due by: April 29

Leona A. Kelley Memorial Scholarship

Leona A. Kelley Memorial Scholarship fund is offering a $1000 scholarship to a graduating high school senior who seeks to preserve the environment of South County. 

Due by: March 31

Maddie Potts Foundation Scholarship

The Maddie Potts Foundation was established in November of 2017, less than 2 months after Maddie's sudden death on the Chariho soccer field of an unknown brain aneurysm. Maddie exemplified all attributes that a student athlete should possess. The Maddie Potts Foundation was founded in order to carry on Maddie's legacy of kindness, compassion, hard work, inclusive leadership and perseverance, aka Maddie Mentality.

Due by: May 10

Matthew Sheehan Memorial Foundation Scholarship 

Matthew grew up in South Kingstown, Rhode Island. He excelled academically and volunteered with kindness and compassion in numerous community service projects. In his humble way, Matthew so easily served others.

Due by: April 12 

Military Spouses of Newport Scholarship

Awarded to a senior that is a military dependent and who meets all eligibility requirements.  Awarded for excellence in academic performance, community service, extracurricular involvement, achievements, and leadership. 

Due by: March 8

Narrow River Preservation Association Lesa Meng Scholarship

 $1000 awarded to promote and reward excellence as well as initiative in environmental stewardship and scientific coursework. Award based on academic excellence in the sciences.

Due by: April 26

New England Red Sox Service Scholarship

The Red Sox Foundation’s Service Scholarship initiative rewards graduating high school seniors across New England who are making a meaningful impact through service in their local communities by awarding them a $1,000 college scholarship.

Due by: application opens on March 4, and closes on April 12

Paul F Ronci Memorial Scholarship

The Paul F. Ronci Memorial Scholarship Trust has been established by the Parents of Paul F. Ronci to provide an annual scholarship to a full-time student who has attained academic excellence, demonstrates financial need, is a Rhode Island resident, aspires to further the good of humanity, and who otherwise displays leadership skills and a desire to better society.

Due by: March 31

Mail to:

The Paul F Ronci Memorial Scholarship Trust

C/O Mary Lou Fonseca

PO Box 515

Harmony, RI 02829

PB and J Tennis Scholarship

This scholarship will be awarded to students who have demonstrated exemplary performance in dedication, leadership, and kindness both on and off the tennis court. 

Due by: April 24

Rhode Island Coastal1 Credit Union Scholarship

To qualify, the applicant must be a member of a Credit Union, and should have a strong academic history and demonstrated community involvement.

Due by: April 1

Point Judith Fishermen's Scholarship

 Given to student(s) residing in South Kingstown and Narragansett. Special consideration is given to students dependent on someone who derives much of their income from commercial fishing in Point Judith.

Due by: April 12

 Raymond C. Dufault Scholarship

Given to a student who will pursue education in Culinary Arts, Arts, Music, Public Safety or Public Service and who shows the greatest financial need

Due by: April 1

Rhode Island Association of Admissions Officers

The RIAAO Scholarship provides financial assistance in the form of a ONE-TIME scholarship of $500.00 to three students from the state of Rhode Island who enroll in a RIAAO institution.

Due by: May 10

Rhode Island Building Industry Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to graduating RI High School Seniors who require financial assistance in the pursuit of education within the building industry field. 

Due by: March 25

Rhode Island Italian-American Hall of Fame Scholarship

 This year the Rhode Island Italian American Hall of Fame will offer several scholarship awards at a minimum of $2,000 each to the best male and female scholar-athletes and scholar-artists in the state.

Due by: June 1

 Rhode Island Sports Fishermen Fisheries and Marine Sciences Award

$500 award is available to students enrolled in South County High Schools.  To a college bound senior in need of financial aid who demonstrates qualities of commendable academic performance, noteworthy character and integrity, and community service.

Due by: April 15

Rhode Island College Early Enrollment Program Scholarship

The Early Enrollment Program is awarding RIC/EEP scholarships of $1,000 to EEP students who plan to enroll at Rhode Island College this fall. The EEP Scholarships are open to all seniors who have enrolled in at least one EEP course during their high school career.

Due by: May 10

RIIL Trades Scholarship

The Rhode Island Interscholastic League (RIIL) is pleased to continue its partnership with UA Local 51, the trade union for plumbers, pipefitters and refrigeration technicians in Rhode Island and Southeastern Massachusetts

Due by: April 8

Robert J. Asher Scholarship

Awarded to an SK senior residing in South Kingstown with a demonstrated record of community service. Selection based on academic achievement, 

Due by: April 1

Saul Nulman SMILE Scholarship

Awards up to six $500 scholarships for SMILE seniors attending college. 

Due by: April 28

Steven P. Follett Jr. Memorial Scholarship

The organization will provide a $3,000 scholarship to a student from South Kingstown, Chariho and Narragansett, RI pursuing an education majoring in Marine Studies.

Due by:  May 1

South County Hospital Medical Staff Scholarship

Be a graduating high school senior of a high school in South County and be accepted or enrolled in an educational program working toward a degree in a healthcare-related field.

Due by: April 8

Submit application to the guidance office

South County Youth Soccer Scholarship

Awarded to graduating seniors who have participated in recreational and/or competitive soccer teams.

Due by: May 12

Southern RI Chamber of Commerce Scholarship 

Southern Rhode Island Chamber of Commerce is awarding scholarships to high school seniors in Southern Rhode Island in recognition of academic excellence and community service. 

Due by: June 7

South Kingstown Education Foundation Scholarship

To be eligible must: 

· Be accepted to an accredited post-secondary education institution, technical school or skilled trade

· Must have a GPA of B- or greater

Demonstrates a passion for a profession, trade or skill.

Use non-school (*personal) email when applying

Due by: February 29

South Kingstown Rebel Theater Group Scholarship

Awarded to a senior(s) planning to major or minor in Theatre in college and who has contributed to the theatrical community at South Kingstown.

Due by: April 1

South Kingstown Fine Arts Boosters-Diane Rebelo Memorial Scholarship 

Awarded to a graduating senior planning on pursuing a degree in music education or performance.

Due by: April 1

South Kingstown Fine Arts Boosters Instrumental Music Scholarship 

Awarded to a graduating senior who is a member of the music department instrumental group. 

Due by: April 1

South Kingstown Fine Arts Boosters Vocal Scholarship

Awarded to a graduating senior who is a member of the music department vocal group. 

Due by: April 1

South Kingstown Fine Arts Boosters Visual Arts Scholarship

Awarded to a graduating senior from South Kingstown High School who desires financial assistance to further her/his education in the field of art. 

Due by: April 1

Transform Rhode Island Scholarship

Rhode Island high school students of color are being asked one simple question:

What would you do if you were given $1 Million to make  RI's communities of color better and stronger?

Due by: March 31

Terence M. Handrigan Memorial Scholarship

Awarded to a graduating senior who has overcome obstacles in order to graduate from high school.

Due by: April 1

Union Fire District and Kingston Fire District of South KIngstown Scholarships

Applicant must meet one of the requirements to apply:

Current South Kingstown firefighter

Relative of a current member of the Union or Kingston Fire District

Pursuing a career in fire/emergency medicine

Due by: May 5

URI Sorority Leadership Recognition Award

URI Sorority Leadership Recognition Award:  a $ 500.00 award to a graduating female who plans on attending The University of Rhode Island.  Based on leadership experience.

Due by: April 1

URI Fraternal Leadership Recognition Award 

URI Fraternal Leadership Recognition Award: a $ 500.00 award to a graduating male who plans on attending The University of Rhode Island.  Based on leadership experience. 

Due by: April 1

University of 

Rhode Island

Narragansett Indian Undergraduate Scholarship

Students must have: been accepted into an undergraduate degree program

A tribal enrollment identification card or an official letter from the tribal administration that confirms membership through a direct family member (parent).

Due by: upon completion of your college application

Wakefield Concert Band Scholarship

Awarded to a graduating senior who has been a member of the SKHS band, chorus or theater program, and plans to keep music in their lives after graduation.

Due by: May 15

Washington County Fair Memorial Scholarship

Requirements: 

Resident of Washington County and or an active volunteer at the Washington County Fair who resides in another county in Rhode Island.

High School senior who will graduate from high school or current undergraduate college student.

Demonstrate need for financial aid.

 Acceptance or presently attending an accredited, post high school educational institution.

An official High School /College Transcript.

Due By: April 26

Washington County Pomona Grange #2 Scholarship

Requirements:

High School Senior who will pursue post-secondary education.

Demonstrate need for financial aid.

Acceptance by or attending an accredited, post high school educational institution.

An official High School transcript.

Due By: April 26

The Westerly Airport Association 

Humphrey Amedeo Jr. Aviation Scholarship

The Westerly Airport Association annually awards scholarships to assist students pursuing postsecondary education toward an aviation or aero-space related career, such as flight crew, aircraft maintenance, aeronautical or astronautical engineering, airline or airport operations and the like.

Due by:  March 31

Westerly Community Credit Union Scholarships

We know that college expenses grow every year. That's why we created our scholarship program to help offset some of those expenses and help our local area high school members continue their journey to success. 

• To be eligible for any of these scholarships, the applicant or parent/guardian must be a member of WCCU.

Due by:  April 1