Scholarships
LOCAL SCHOLARSHIPS - Will Be Released END OF APRIL - BEGINNING OF MAY
** NEW** The Good Samaritan Scholarship:
The Tri-City Good Samaritan Scholarship Is dedicated to honoring the service and memory of three retired Tri-City teachers, Beverly Morris, kindergarten teachers from 1969-1989, Charles (Chuck) Wilson, junior high and high school science teacher from 1965-1993, and Kay Campbell, first and second grade teacher form 1982-2004. This scholarship Is also established In recognition of all Tri-City teachers and administrators past and present who have made and continue to make a positive Impact on the lives of their students. We appreciate all you have done for the young people of our community.
Beginning with the 2022 Tri-City High School graduating class the Tri-City Good Samaritan Scholarship shall be awarded annually. The Scholarship will be In the amount of $5,000 and shall be paid as a tuition credit to the four or two year college/ university of the recipients choice. All Tri-City graduation seniors shall be eligible to apply for the scholarship.
Selection of the recipient will be based on the following three factors.
The applicant's academic record at Tri-City High School
Actionable evidence of the applicant's desire to help others. Meeting this requirement shall be achieved by the applicant's participation In activities such as community service projects, providing tutoring services to students In need as assistance, mission projects designed to help others less fortunate, and other activities which demonstrate the applicants caring attitude toward others.
An explanation of how the scholarship will financially assist the applicant In attending the college/ university of his/her choice.
Funding for the T-C Good Samaritan Scholarship Is being provided by a family that lived on a small farm In the district from 1982-2002. Our family hopes this scholarship In a small way demonstrates our appreciation for the many blessings we received from the Tri-City community and school district during the twenty-four years we were residents.
APPLICATIONS DUE - Post Dated By April 14th
Contact Ms. Kolaz with any questions - skolaz@tricityschools.org
TCEA Scholarship: The Tri-City Education Association will present a $250.00 scholarship to a graduating senior at the end of the current school year. The recipient will receive a check, payable to the student, following presentation of proof of his/her enrollment as a full-time student at a college which has an Associates or Bachelors degree program. The recipient will be chosen on the basis of academic achievement, good citizenship and the establishment of purposeful goals. A committee will review the application and choose the recipients.
APPLICATIONS DUE - May 1, 2023
Contact Ms. Kolaz with any questions - Skolaz@tricityschools.org
TC Student Council Scholarship: The Tri-City Student Council will be offering one $500.00 scholarship for the 2020-2021 school year. The scholarship will be for any student who is currently serving or who has served on Student Council during their four years in high school.A committee will review the application and choose the recipients.
APPLICATIONS DUE - May 1, 2023
Contact Ms. Kolaz with any questions - Skolaz@tricityschools.org.
Siders Scholarship: Two students will be selected to receive a $750.00 scholarship based on the attached application and criteria listed below. A committee will review the application and choose the recipients.
Guidelines
1. Graduate from Tri-City High School with a 3.0 or higher grade point average
2. Participate in any sport for four (4) years
3. Proof of acceptance at a college, trade school or business school
4. Recommendation by a faculty member and/or coach based on student accomplishments
The recipient will receive a check, payable to the student, following proof of his/her enrollment as a full-time student at an accredited institution. The proof should be submitted to the school counselor.
Application will open on - April 3, 2023
APPLICATIONS DUE - May 1, 2023
Contact Ms. Kolaz with any questions - Skolaz@tricityschools.org.
Bill Marvin, TC's Mustache Man, Scholarship: One student will be awarded with a $500.00 scholarship. The Bill Marvin TC's Mustache Man Scholarship will be awarded in honor of Bill Marvin and his dedication to Tri-City and the Tri-City community. The recipient will be chosen on the basis of academic achievement, good citizenship, and the establishment of purposeful goals. Additionally the applicant should demonstrate outstanding school spirit and have had a positive influence on Tri-City schools. A committee will review the application and choose the recipients.
An Essay Question is required for this scholarship.
Application will open soon
APPLICATIONS DUE - May 5, 2023
Contact Ms. Kolaz with any questions - Skolaz@tricityschools.org.
Carlock #904 Masonic Lodge Scholarship: The local Masonic Lodge will present a scholarship to a graduating senior from Tri-City at the end of the current school year. The recipient will receive a check, payable to the student, following presentation of proof of his/her enrollment as a full-time student at a college or trade school. The maximum amount of the scholarship will be $500.00.
Guideline
1. Any senior student
2.Resident of Tri-City School District
3. GPA must be a "C" or above
4. Two letters of recommendation; one must be from a community member.
5. Demonstrated a need for financial assistance.
The recipient of this scholarship will be asked to send a Thank You letter to other Masonic Lodge or present a brief personal Thank You at the lodge's stated meeting.
APPLICATIONS DUE TO MS. KOLAZ - TBD
See Ms. Kolaz for application
If you would like a physical copy please see outside Ms. Kolaz's office.
Contact Ms. Kolaz with any questions - Skolaz@tricityschools.org.
Mechanicsburg Fire Protection District Scholarship: The Mechanicsburg Fire Protection District will present a scholarship to a graduating senior from Tri-City at the end of the current school year. The recipient will receive a check payable to the student, following presentation of proof of his/her enrollment as a full-time student at college or trade school. The maximum amount of the scholarship will be $1000.00
Interested seniors must complete the application. The recipient will be chosen on the basis of academic achievement, good citizenship and the establishment of purposeful goals.
Guideline
1. Any senior student
2. resident of Tri-City School District
3. GPA must be "C" or above
4. Two letters of recommendation; on must be from a community member.
5. Demonstrated a need from financial assistance.
The recipient of this scholarship will be asked to send a Thank You letter to other MFPD or present a brief personal Thank You at a stated meeting.
APPLICATIONS DUE TO MS. KOLAZ - TBD
See Ms. Kolaz for application
Contact Ms. Kolaz with any questions - Skolaz@tricityschools.org.
STATE/NATIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS
22-23 Dates will be updated as they come in.
SEPTEMBER
Acorn Equality Fund Awards Scholarship
Acorn scholarship, Central Illinois Friends Scholarship, Korty & Morton Scholarship, Luke Scholarship, McKeon Scholarship.
Amount of award: $1,000 - $4,000
Deadline for entry: September 23, 2022
Permanent residents of downstate Illinois
Attend or plan to attend any accredited postsecondary educational Institution.
SP High School Scholarship
Amount of award: $10,000 - 10 Awarded
Deadline for entry: September 30, 2022
Be a high school student planning to attend College In September 2023
Answer the Essay question on the sponsors website.
NC Scholarships
Deadline for entry: September 30, 2022
Amount Awarded: $2,000
To be eligible for the scholarship a student must:
A) Be currently enrolled as a high school senior or a student enrolled at an accredited college or university located within the United States.
B) Have a GPA of at least 2.5
https://studentscholarships.org/scholarship/18358/nc_scholarship_scholarship.php
SP High School Scholarship
Deadline for entry: September 30, 2022
Amount Awarded: $10,000 - 10 Awards
To be eligible for the scholarship a student must:
A) Be a high school student planning to attend college in September 2023.
B) Answer the Essay question on the sponsors website.
https://studentscholarships.org/scholarship/14870/sp_high_school_scholarship_scholarship.php
CollegeXpress Scholarship
Amount of award: $10,000
Deadline for entry: September 30, 2022
Be currently attending high school, college, vocational, or any other accredited post-secondary Institution.
Be a resident of the United States
Nitro Scholarship
Amount of award: $2,000 - 12 Awarded
Deadline for entry: September 30, 2022
Be currently enrolled as a high school senior or a student enrolled at an accredited college or university located within the United States.
Have a GPA of at least 2.5
"No Sweat" Scholarship
Deadline for entry: September 30, 2022 Have them quarterly
Amount Awarded: $2,500 number awarded 1
To be eligible for the scholarship a student must grades 9-12 :
NO GPA requirement
NO Minimum income requirement
NO Essay
OCTOBER
Be Bold Scholarships - High School Seniors
Amount of award: $25,102
Deadline for entry: October 1, 2022
Be In 12th and plan on enrolling In college by the fall of 2023
Have a GPA of a least 2.5
Women's Ministries Scholarship Program
Amount of award: $20,000 - 49 Awarded
Deadline for entry: October 31, 2022
Be a women who would not be able to attend college without financial help
Be a women who Is committed to serving the mission of the Seventh-day Adventist Church who would otherwise be unable to afford a college education.
Pursuing a Positive Impact Scholarship
Amount of award: $3,000
Deadline for entry: October 31, 2022
Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher and be In good academic standing.
submit a 1,000-word essay response to the prompt: In what ways do you try to activate positive change In your community, and what Inspires you to do so?
Be a High school senior who will be attending college or university next semester.
Coca-Cola Scholars Program
Amount of award: $20,000 - 150 Awarded
Deadline for entry: October 31, 2022
Be a current high school student who will graduate In 2023
be a U.S. citizen, U.S. National, U.S. Permanent Resident, Refugee, Asylee, Cuban -Haitian Entrant, or Humanitarian Parolee - base on the guidelines utilized by U.S. Department of Education.
Expecting to receive high school diploma during current academic year.
Planning to pursue a degree at an accredited U.S. post-secondary Institution.
Able to verify a minimum overall B/3.0 GPA In high school coursework
Dukett Local Conservation Scholarship
Amount of award: $1,000
Deadline for entry: October 31, 2022
Be In good academic standing with their current education Institution, with a GPA of 3.0 or greater.
Be able to demonstrate a commitment to environmental conservation using past a present volunteer, professional or educational experiences.
NOVEMBER
Elks Most Valuable Student Competition
Deadline for entry: November 14, 2022
Student must be an Innovative and highly creative high school or college student. We seek essay submissions from students who are creative thinkers and problem solvers.
NACME Scholarships
Amount of award: $5,000 - 100 Awarded
Deadline for entry: November 15, 2022
Be Black/African American, Latinx/Hispanic-American or Native/American Indian.
Be planning to study In the fields of engineering or computer science.
Have a 3.0
Overachievers Student Grant
Amount of award: $12,500
Deadline for entry: November 15, 2022
Be In high school
Be a person who Is making a difference In others' lives outside of the classroom
DECEMBER
Lamber-Goodnow Scholarships
Amount of award: $1,000 - 8 Awards
Deadline for entry: December 1, 2022
Be a high school senior who Is a citizen of the United States and shows financial need.
Demonstrate strength In academics, leadership and service.
Hagan Scholarship Foundation
Amount of award: Up to $6,000 each semester
Deadline for entry: December 1, 2023
The Hagan Scholarship Is a nationwide four-year need-based merit scholarship providing each recipient with the opportunity to graduate college debt-free. Scholarship can be extended for two-years If attending graduate school or professional school.
Must attend an eligible public high school
must have achieved a 3.5 GPA
Must enroll In an eligible college or university
Must maintain a 4 year or less graduation schedule.
Applicant's adjusted household Income reported to federal Income tax purposes must not exceed $85,000.
Stand Up to Distracted Driving Scholarship
Amount of award: $2,000 - 5 Awards
Deadline for entry: December 8, 2022
Be a high school senior who will be starting college or university In Fall 2022.
Have a current overall GPA of at least 3.0
North American Van Lines Logistics Scholarship
Amount of award: $1,000 - 3 Awards
Deadline for entry: December 15, 2022
Be a U.S. Citizen enrolled (or enrolling) as a full-time student of an accredited college/university within the United States for completion of an undergraduate degree In Logistics or equivalent field.
Medical Scrubs Collection Scholarship
Amount of award: $1,000 - 1 Awards
Deadline for entry: December 15, 2022
Be a high school senior with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 who Is pursuing a degree In the medical field such as therapy, nursing, medicine, nutrition, laboratory science, dentistry, etc.
JANUARY
FEBRUARY
Prairie State Bank & Trust College Scholarship
Amount of award: Up to 10 - $1,000 Scholarships Awarded
Deadline for entry: February 27, 2023
Eligibility:
Must be a member of an underrepresented or marginalize group (Including but not limited to underrepresented racial populations, women, LGBYQUI, low Income, Individuals with disabilities, etc.
Must have a permanent address In one of the following counties In Illinois: Champaign, Cole, Fulton, Macon, Macoupin, McLena, Montgomery, Morgan , or Sangamon.
Must be a high school graduate or scheduled to graduate prior to the 2023-2024 academic year.
Must be pursuing a degree In accounting, business, finance, or related field
Must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale or the equivalent of a "B" average.
Must have succesfully completed two courses offered as a community service by Prairie State Bank & turst. These are tilted "Introduction to banking for young Adults" and " How to Fund Your Future". Links to these courses can be obtained by contacting scholarship@psbank.net
Immediate family members of current Prairie State Bank & Trust or American Central Financial Group employees are not eligible for this scholarship
Apply
Distinguished Young Women Scholarship/Leadership/Talent - Illinois
Amount of award: Over $1 Billion In scholarships available
Deadline for entry: February 20, 2023
For More Information
MARCH
Community Foundation Land of Lincoln
Amount of award: Multiple Scholarships Awarded
Deadline for entry: March 1, 2023
Eligibility:
Students who plan to attend Lincoln Land Community College Fall of 2022
Apply
The Township Officials of Illinois Scholarship
Amount of award: 7 - $2,000
Deadline for entry: March 1, 2023 (Postmarked)
Eligibility:
Illinois high school senior attending an Illinois college or university.
To Apply fill out following application:
Scholarship 2023 Application.pdfThe Save Abandoned Babies Foundation
Amount of award: $1,000
Deadline for entry: March 1, 2023
While there is a requirement that the "Baby Safe Haven" Law be taught in public high schools, we know that this is not always possible for various reasons or that the students may have been absent at that time. We believe that many students still do not know about this life-saving law. With this scholarship opportunity, we hope to increase their awareness of the Illinois Newborn Infant Protection Act, often referred to as the Baby Safe Haven Law and at the same time have an opportunity to win a scholarship to further their education.
Eligibility:
High school senior who will attend a college or trade school In the fall of 2023
Students need to create a Tik Tok video of 30-60 seconds In length that demonstrates a creative, factual, educational message about the Illinois Baby Safe Haven Law.
Application below
Scholarship Application 2023.docxIllinois Chemical Education Foundation - Ecolab High School Senior Scholarship Application
Amount of award: $2,000
Deadline for entry: March 3, 2023 (Postmark)
The ICEF's objective Is to recognize and honor high school seniors who have exemplified outstanding achievement In academics, extracurricular activities, employment, and community Involvement.
Eligibility:
High school senior seeking degrees In chemistry, chemical engineering, environmental engineering or high school chemistry teacher.
To Apply:
Name, address (Include zip code), email and telephone number only on a cover page
Official high school transcript (must have either an official seal or enclosed In a sealed envelope with signature of school official across the seal) Including grade point average with scale and fall 2023 grades.
Rank In high school class
ACT/SAT scores (Either through Official transcript or form the ACT/SAT) PSAT will NOT be accepted.
Two Letters of recommendation from teachers; Including on science teacher. The letter MUST be on official school letterhead and signed.
A one page essay on "How did you become Interested In your chosen college major and where do you hope It takes you?"
Ecolab one-essay question: "How would you make the world a cleaner, healthier and safer for everyone?" (Both essays are required for this scholarship)
List of extracurricular activities, Including community service, awards and accomplishments, and employment/work experience.
Do not Include photographs, certificates, folders, paper clips, binders, or college acceptance letters with your application. Please DO NOT staple the papers together.
Mail to
ICEF/High School Scholarship Award Committee
Ecolab Scholarship Application
1400 E. Touhy Ave. Suite 110
Des Plaines, IL 60018
Illinois Chemical Education Foundation - High School Senior Scholarship Application
Amount of award: $2,000
Deadline for entry: March 3, 2023 (Postmark)
The ICEF's objective Is to recognize and honor high school seniors who have exemplified outstanding achievement In academics, extracurricular activities, employment, and community Involvement.
Eligibility:
High school senior seeking degrees In chemistry, chemical engineering, environmental engineering or high school chemistry teacher.
To Apply:
Name (preferred pronoun If desired), address (Include zip code), email and telephone number only on a cover page
Official high school transcript (must have either an official seal or enclosed In a sealed envelope with signature of school official across the seal) Including grade point average with scale and fall 2023 grades.
Rank In high school class
ACT/SAT scores (Either through Official transcript or form the ACT/SAT) PSAT will NOT be accepted.
Two Letters of recommendation from teachers; Including on science teacher. The letter MUST be on official school letterhead and signed.
A one page essay on "How did you become Interested In your chosen college major and where do you hope It takes you?"
List of extracurricular activities, Including community service, awards and accomplishments, and employment/work experience.
Do not Include photographs, certificates, folders, paper clips, binders, or college acceptance letters with your application. Please DO NOT staple the papers together.
Mail to
ICEF/High School Scholarship Award Committee
1400 E. Touhy Ave. Suite 110
Des Plaines, IL 60018
Women Changing the Face of Agriculture - Agent of Change Scholarship
Amount of award: 1 - $1,000
Deadline for entry: March 31, 2023
The Women changing the face of Agriculture a project of Illinois Agri-Women are giving high school seniors who plan to study post-secondary agriculture In Illinois an opportunity.
Eligibility:
Attend at least on eWomen Changing the Face of Agriculture Conference.
April
Louis & Temple Marsch Scholarship Program
Amount of award: TBD for use on Tuition Only
Deadline for entry: April 1, 2023
The Louis and Temple Marsch Charitable Trust Is awarded to qualified students who will be or are attending college. The Marsch Charitable Trust was established In late 1973 by the late Mrs. Louis Marsch of Morrisonville, Illinois, In memory of her husband. The Trust provides scholarship funds to students pursuing education In engineering and scientific related areas.
Eligibility:
Graduated from a high school area
Enrolled or accepted as a full-time student at a school of their choice studying engineering or a science field.
Must maintaint a C average
To Apply:
See Ms. Kolaz for Application
Application Form, Transcripts, reference letters and any other documents must be emailed to: Mary.J.Janssen@usbank.com
William E. McElroy Scholarship/Grants
Amount of award: TBD
Deadline for entry: April 1, 2023
The late William E. McElroy, former Springfield Postmaster, established In his will the Williams E. McElroy Charitable Foundation. The purpose of the Foundation Is to provide area scholasrhip and research grants. The Foundation Is administered by U.S. Bank N.A. Trust Department In Springfield, Illinois. Mr. McElroy, born October 3, 1896, was a Springfield Postmaster until his retirement In 1971. He was a Navy Veteran In World War 1. Mr. McElroy Is survived by his wife Helen, who now resides In Arizona. Mr. McElroy passed away on July 14, 1992.
Eligibility:
BOY Graduating from a high school In Sangamon County
Preference will be given to pre-medical, medical, and medical research students. who show high aptitude and Interest In careers related to research In the fields of heart disease and cancer.
To Apply:
See Ms. Kolaz for Application
Application Form, Transcripts, reference letters and any other documents must be emailed to: Mary.J.Janssen@usbank.com
The Gamma Chapter of Farm House Fraternity - Scholarships
Amount of award: Multiple Scholarships ranging from $500 - $4,000
Deadline for entry: April 15, 2023
The Gamma Chapter of FarmHouse Fraternity at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign offers multiple scholarships to incoming students of all majors that will be attending the university the following year of applying. In 2022, the Illinois Chapter gave out over $15,000 to incoming students in scholarships. In 2023, we plan to give out more depending upon a qualified pool of candidates. Scholarships range from $500-$4,000.
Eligibility:
Male student who will be attending the University of Illinois for the first time during the next fall semester.
The application process for the First Time Student Scholarships involves two steps: the written application and interview. Applicants wishing to be eligible for the scholarships must first submit the written application by April 15th, which can be found below. Finalists will then be selected based on their applications and invited to interview with a panel of current members and alumni on April 29th. The winners of the scholarship will then be notified shortly after. Finalists who are unable to attend the interview date will be asked to conduct a phone interview. ** First time student are high school seniors beginning their freshman year or students transferring to the U of I.**
To Apply:
MAY
Review It Scholarship
Deadline for entry: May 15, 2023
Amount Awarded: $1,000 - 1 Awards
To be eligible for the scholarship a student must:
A) Be attending college or university no later than September of 2021.
B) Have a GPA of 2.5 or greater and plan on attending a school in the United States
https://studentscholarships.org/scholarship/13677/review_it_scholarship_scholarship.php
Golden Apple Scholarship Program: The Golden Apple Scholars of Illinois is a teacher preparation and scholarship program for high school seniors, and first- and second-year Illinois college students who have the determination and drive to be excellent teachers in Illinois schools-of-need. Please visit www.goldenapple.org/apply to complete an application. Applicant must have a 2.5 Gpa and be nominated contact Ms. Kolaz if interested.
JUNE
The Carl C. Bell Memorial Award 2023- Essay Competition
Deadline for entry: June 1, 2023
The Carl Bell Memorial Award was established to honor the late Carl Bell, M.D. who was remarkable psychiatrist and nationally known for his community psychiatry work, especially on the south side of Chicago.
Amount Awarded: $500
Open to All Illinois High School Students.
2023 Topic Questions: What does mental health mean to you, your peers and/or your community? Do you feel mental health has been affected by societal factors such as healthcare Inequality, community violence, post-pandemic anxiety, Isolation or racial Injustice?
Esasy are preferred to be type-written but neat handwriting will also be accepted. Papers should be between 400-600 words maximum, double spaced and fount size 12.
Submissions must also Include the following
Author's Full Name, Address, Contact Email Address and/or Phone number, Age, Grade, School District, and Name of School
https://www.illinoispsychiatricsociety.org/events-awardscarl-bell-award
The "No Sweat" Scholarship
Deadline for entry: June 30, 2023
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Amount Awarded: $2,500
Open to All Illinois High School Students.
No Income or GPA requirements and no long essay.
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To Be Announced
Illinois Chemical Education Foundation $2,000 Ecolab High School Senior Scholarship Application
Amount of award: $2,000
Deadline for entry: TBA
Only open to students seeking degrees In Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering or High School Chemistry Teaching.
The following Information needs to be submitted:
Name, address (Include zip code), email and telephone number only on a cover page
Official high school transcript (Must have either an official seal or enclosed In a sealed envelope with a signature of school official across the seal) Including grade point average with scale.
Rank In high school class
ACT/SAT/PSAT scores (Either through Official transcripts or from the ACT)
Two Letters of recommendation from teachers; Including on science teacher. the letter MUST be on office letterhead and signed.
A one page essay on "how did you become Interested in your chosen college major and where do you hope It takes you?"
A one page essay on "How would you make the world cleaner, healthier and safer for everyone?" (Both essays are required)
List of extracurricular activities, Including community service, awards and accomplishment and employment/work experience.
Do not Include photographs, certificates, folders, paper clips, binders or college acceptance letters with your application. Please DO NOT staple the papers together.
Send to
- ICEF/High School Scholarship Award Committee
Illinois Chemical Education Foundation
Amount of award: $2,000
Deadline for entry: TBA
Only open to students seeking degrees In Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering or High School Chemistry Teaching.
Do Not Double Side Application!
The following Information needs to be submitted:
Name (Preferred pronoun If desired), address (Include zip code), email and telephone number only on a cover page
Official high school transcript (Must have either an official seal or enclosed In a sealed envelope with a signature of school official across the seal) Including grade point average with scale.
If you are a student that has or Is currently taking college courses, please submit those grades along with you application for consideration.
Rank In high school class
ACT/SAT scores (Either through Official transcripts or from the ACT)
Two Letters of recommendation from teachers; Including on science teacher. the letter MUST be on office letterhead and signed.
A one page essay on "how did you become Interested in your chosen college major and where do you hope It takes you?"
List of extracurricular activities, Including community service, awards and accomplishment and employment/work experience.
Do not Include photographs, certificates, folders, paper clips, binders or college acceptance letters with your application. Please DO NOT staple the papers together.
Send to
- ICEF/High School Scholarship Award Committee
Illinois Sheriff's College Scholarship
Deadline for entry: TBA
Amount Awarded: Awards 106 scholarship minimum of $500
To be eligible for the scholarship a student must:
Must be enrolling full-time In a certified institution of higher learning within the state of Illinois
Applicants must be permanent Illinois residents
Email TERI@ILSHERIFF.ORG for application.
https://www.ilsheriff.org/youth-2/isaapplicationinfo/
FEEA Scholarship
Deadline for entry: TBA
Amount Awarded: $5,000 - 400 Awards
To be eligible for the scholarship a student must:
A) Be children, step-children, or legal dependents of full- or part-time permanent federal civilian or postal workers employed with the federal government for more than three years.
https://studentscholarships.org/scholarship/9760/feea_scholarships_scholarship.php
Louie Family Foundation Scholarships
Deadline for entry: TBA
Amount Awarded: $4,000 - 25 Awards
To be eligible for the scholarship a student must:
A) Be a freshman in the 2021-2022 academic year at a U.S. accredited college/university.
B) Have a cumulative, un-weighted grade point average between 3.7 and 4.0.
C) Have a minimum SAT score of 1300 (out of 1600) or a minimum ACT score of 27.
Prairieland FS Scholarship 2021 - Open to Local full-time students with an interest in pursuing a career in agriculture or agribusiness.
Deadline for entry: TBA
We are proud to announce that we will be offering 5-$1,000 scholarships to local full-time area students with an interest in pursuing a career in agriculture or agribusiness. Scholarships will be awarded upon successful completion of the fall semester. The primary goal of this program is to encourage area students to prepare for a career in agriculture or agribusiness
To apply for a Prairieland FS Scholarship, an applicant must:
Be active or seeking membership in local agriculture groups or vocational classes, including membership in his/her local FFA chapter or 4H.
Be at least a high school senior or already enrolled in a college and must have maintained a satisfactory grade point on at least 3.0 of a 4.0 point scale. Official transcripts will need to be submitted.
Scholarship recipient can only receive a Prairieland FS scholarship once.
Scholarship recipients agree to attend a Prairieland FS Board Meeting or company-sponsored event.
https://www.prairielandfs.com/Scholarship-Program
Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) Scholarship Program
Deadline for entry: TBA
Amount Awarded: Monthly Grant of $1,273 to go toward room and board, dormitory fees, or travel expenses. Will continue through academic year. One-time start-up grant In amount of $224 to assist with their Initial college living expenses. and a medical card. May Include textbooks and supplies. Recipients who attend a community college, university or college maintained by the state of Illinois will also receive a waiver of tuition and mandatory fees for up to 5 years.
To be eligible for the scholarship a student must:
Earned a high school diploma from an accredited Institution
Met the state criteria from high school graduation before the start of the school year for which they are applying for the scholarship.
In addition applicants must meet one of the following criteria:
The department has court-orderd legal responsibility for the applicant, or
The applicant aged out of the Department's care at age 18 or older or
the applicant who was formerly under care has been adopted or placed In private guardianship.
Or See Ms. Kolaz for physical application
Kochhar & Co. Scholarship
Deadline for entry: TBA
Amount Awarded: $1,000 - 1 Awards
To be eligible for the scholarship a student must:
A) Be attending college or university on a full-time or part-time basis no later than September of 2021.
B) Have achieved a GPA of 2.5 or greater during their last academic year.
https://studentscholarships.org/scholarship/18163/kochhar_co_scholarship_scholarship.php
Illinois Masonic Scottish Rite Scholarship
Amount of award: Multiple Scholarships Awarded
Deadline for entry: TBA
The Illinois Masonic Scottish Rite Scholarship program takes pride In having sponsored over 40 students from our region for the past several years.
Eligibility:
Be a current High School Senior.
Apply
Lockheed Martin STEM Scholarship
Deadline for entry: TBA
Amount Awarded: $10,000 - 200 Awards
To be eligible for the scholarship a student must:
A) Be a High School senior with a 2.5 or above GPA.
B) Be enrolling in one of the following majors: Aerospace Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or Physics.
https://studentscholarships.org/scholarship/15802/lockheed_martin_stem_scholarship_scholarship.php
Scott and Kim Verplank Foundation Scholarship
Deadline for entry: TBA
Amount Awarded: $10,000 - 1 Awards
To be eligible for the scholarship a student must:
A) Be a high school senior diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes and have a GPA of 3.0 or greater.
B) Be successfully managing diabetes with proper medication, exercise and diet.
PB&J Scholarship
Amount of award: $1,000
Deadline for entry: TBD
This annual scholarship Is for students who have experienced personal challenges that may not have allowed them to perform well academically, but who still have the drive to succeed. With no GPA requirement, students are encouraged to apply as this scholarship Is meant to be Inclusive.
Eligibility:
Be a current High School Senior.
Plans on attending a 2 or 4 year college next school year.
Apply
IL Agricultural Education Scholarships hosts several scholarships for students interested in pursuing the agricultural industry. For more information and opportunities visit: https://www.ilaged.org/ffa-awards-scholarships.
Imagine America offers scholarships for trade schools in Illinois. The schools listed participate in the Imagine America High School Scholarship Program. To date, over 4,500 high school students have been awarded Imagine America high school scholarships for trade schools in Illinois. That’s more than $4.5 million in tuition assistance! We’re proud to showcase our list of Illinois trade schools. If any of these schools interest you, make sure to request information from them and remember to ask them about our scholarship program as well. https://www.imagine-america.org/high-school-scholarships-trade-schools-illinois/
Kathleen Wright Social Work Scholarship Fund
Deadline for entry: TBA
The Youth Service Bureau has established a scholarship program to acknowledge and celebrate the end of our former executive director's 25-year career helping youth in our community. The scholarship will award $1,000 toward their education in the field of social work. The scholarship application is open to students who reside in Sangamon, Christian, Logan, Mason or Menard Counties.
To Apply for the scholarship, students need to write a personal letter including the following information:
Student Name, Address, Phone Number & Email
High School they are currently attending
College they plan to attend (if known)
Why they would like to go into social work and how this scholarship will help them in this goal
Optional Information: GPA, Class Standing, Activities, Accomplishments, Achievements, or any other information they would like our selection committee to know.
All letters must be postmarked no later than February 28, 2021. The chosen recipient will be notified through their high school by May 1, 2021
Please address letter to:
Kathleen Wright Scholarship Fund
C/o Youth Service Bureau
2901 Normandy Road
Springfield, IL 62703
www.farmcreditIL.com/scholarship
Kathryn G. Hansen Scholarship - Open to those who are pursuing higher education in the office professional, secretarial, or business - related field.
Amount of award: $500.00
Deadline for entry: TBA
Requirements - Be enrolled full time as a high school senior In the 2021-2022 school year in Illinois, progressing normally toward graduation, and planning to enter college no later than the fall of the following year. Have a strong commitment to pursue a higher education in an office professional, secretarial, or business-related field within the State of Illinois with preference given to attendance at University of Illinois; involvement in co-curricular and community activities; demonstrate academic achievement; be a resident of Illinois; be a citizen or permanent resident of the United States.
Application materials can be sent by email to pames@illinois.edu
Sangamon County Farm Bureau Foundation Scholarship
Deadline for entry: TBA
Amount Awarded: $2,000 - 5 Awarded
To be eligible for consideration, an applicant must:
Be a high school senior graduating in 2021 or a first-year student in a postsecondary school.
Be a Sangamon County Farm Bureau member, spouse of a member or child of a member. (Minimum 1 year)
Be accepted for enrollment or be enrolled at a post-secondary school.
Exhibit potential for successful completion of course studies.
Be a resident of Sangamon County, Illinois.
Past recipients may reapply, but no student may receive more than two (2) scholarships from the Sangamon
County Farm Bureau Foundation.
The criteria for awarding the scholarship are as follows:
Scholarship
Academic performance and honors
Rank in Class
ACT Score or SAT Score
Financial Need
Evidence of self-help. How is the student contributing financially to his/her education?
Character and personality
Maturity
Industriousness and motivation
Intellectual interest
Moral character
Demonstrated leadership
www.sangamonfb.org - Ms. Kolaz also has a hard copy if needed
VSA Emerging Young Artists Program
Deadline for entry: TBA
Amount Awarded: $20,000 - 15 Awards
To be eligible for the scholarship a student must:
A) Be between the ages of 16 and 25 during the application window and have a disability as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act. This includes sensory, physical, cognitive, learning, socio-emotional disabilities and more.
https://studentscholarships.org/scholarship/18145/vsa_emerging_young_artists_program_scholarship.php
Pedro Zamora Young Leaders Scholarship - This scholarship is open to all current high school seniors and college freshman, sophomores, and juniors (ages 27 and younger) who demonstrate an active commitment to mitigation the impact of the HIV/AIDS epidemic and taking on roles of public service and leadership.
Deadline for entry: TBA
Amount Awarded: $5,000.00
To be eligible for the scholarship a student must:
27 years old or younger
Demonstrate an active commitment to mitigating the impact of the HIV/AIDS
Currently a high school senior or undergraduate
Completed community Service
Mary Bowman Arts in Activism Award - this scholarship is intended to support one young activist (27 years of age or younger) each year who exemplifies Mary's passion for the arts as the vehicle for heir own HIV/AIDS community activism and expression.
Deadline for entry: TBA
Amount Awarded: $5,000.00
To be eligible for the scholarship a student must:
27 years old or younger
Demonstrate passion for the arts as the vehicle for their own HIV/AIDS community activism and expression
Currently a high school senior or undergraduate
STOP the BLEED - Frontline Families Scholarship - Open to high school students who have a parent or guardian who have been on the front line this past year. Frontline workers are food delivery and supply chain workers, paramedics, EMT/EMS, firefighters, police, teachers, nurses, doctors and those serving in our military.
Deadline for entry: TBA
Amount Awarded: $1,000.00
To be eligible for the scholarship a student must:
Have a parent or Guardian who ahs been on the frontline this past year.
Currently be in High school.
STOP the BLEED - National Scholarships
Deadline for entry: TBA
Amount Awarded: $500 - $3,000
There are two sets of National Scholarships:
One set of scholarships is based on a video submission
A second set of scholarships is based on an essay submission
First Place
$3000 Scholarship and 30 STOP THE BLEED® Kits to the student’s high school
Second Place
$1500 Scholarship and 15 STOP THE BLEED® Kits to the student’s high school
Third Place
$500 Scholarship and 5 STOP THE BLEED® Kits to the student’s high school
Builders' Association Scholarships
Amount of award: $3,000 - 28 Awards
Deadline for entry: TBA
Be a full-time college student In the Fall 2023 or Spring 2024 semester studying In a construction-related program (Construction management, engineering, or architecture).
