SCHOLARSHIP SCOOP February 2018 A detailed list of available scholarships
Scholarships are listed in three categories: General; College Specific and Local All scholarships listed here can be found on Naviance. Students are also encouraged to check with each college/university they are applying to for additional scholarship opportunities. If a scholarship requires a nomination by the high school, students must let their counselor know they wish to be considered.
General Scholarships Deadline
Caring Women’s Connection – Seniors 2/1/2018 This $3000 scholarship is available to any graduating high school senior who has performed 50 hours of verifiable community service, has maintained a GPA of 3.0/4.0 in Math, Science and English, and will be enrolled full-time at an accredited 2 or 4 year college, university or vocational school. Applications are available at: www.caringwomensconnection.com General Henry Dearborn American History Scholarship - Seniors 2/1/2018 This $1000 scholarship will be awarded to a student who plans on majoring in American History. The student is not limited to study in an institution of higher learning in Illinois and the scholarship is not based on financial need. Applications are available on Naviance. Illinois Daughters of the American Revolution-North Shore Chapter - Seniors 2/1/2018 A total of seven $1000 scholarships will be awarded, one per each Illinois DAR chapter. These scholarships are offered to graduating seniors who are U. S. citizens and will be attending college in Illinois. These scholarships are based primarily on need and require a letter of endorsement from the sponsoring chapter, the North Shore Chapter. Applications are available on Naviance. American Meteorological Society Freshman Undergraduate Scholarship – All Students 2/2/2018 This program, which is open to all high school students, provides a $5000 scholarship to encourage students to study in the atmospheric and related sciences. Information is available at: https://www.ametsoc.org/ams/index.cfm/information-for/students/ams-scholarships-and-fellowships/ams- freshman-undergraduate-scholarship/ We the Students Scholarship Contest – All Students 2/5/2018 Sponsored by the Bill of Rights Institute, this scholarship recognizes students who have demonstrated an interest for civics, citizenship, history, government or economics and are passionate about the founding principles. Awards range from $5000-1st; $3000-2nd; $1500-3d & $300 HM. Application and information is available at: http://billofrightsinstitute.org/engage/students-programs-events/scholarship Davidson Fellows Scholarships – All Students 2/8/2018 The Davidson Fellows Scholarship awards $50,000, $25,000 and $10,000 scholarships to extraordinary young people who have completed a significant piece of work. Significant work is an accomplishment that experts in the field recognize as meaningful and has the potential to make a positive contribution to society. Application categories are Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, Literature, Music, Philosophy and Outside the Box. Applicants must be 18 or younger as of October 1; be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident residing in the United States, or be stationed overseas due to active military duty. Applications available at: http://www.davidsongifted.org/Fellows Luminarts Cultural Foundation – All Students 2/9/2018 Supports exemplary high school students in jazz and classical music, and creative writing through the high school awards. Applications and specific details about the program including guidelines is available at: http://luminarts.org Paramount Tall Club of Chicago (PTC) – Seniors 2/12/2018 One $750 Scholarship will be awarded to a graduating high school senior who lives in the Chicagoland area and meets the height requirements of the club, 5’10’’ for females and 6’2” for males and will attend either a 2-year or 4- year college in the fall. Applications are available at: www.tallclubchicago.org
Golden Apple Scholars of Illinois - Seniors 2/15/2018 This scholarship program identifies talented high school seniors who have the promise and drive to be excellent (Regular) teachers in high-need schools. Golden Apple Scholars will receive a total of $23,000 in scholarships and stipends to attend one of 52 Illinois partner universities and must agree to teach for five years in an Illinois school that serves low income students. Applicants may be nominated by a teacher or school official or may self-nominate. Application and nomination forms are available at: www.goldenapple.org National Co-op Scholarship - Seniors 2/15/2018 160 merit scholarships with a total value of $4.2 million dollars will be awarded to high school seniors who plan to *Some schools participate in college cooperative education at the NCCE Partner Colleges and Universities*. Applications and have different information is available at: www.co-op.edu deadlines Illinois Realtors Bicentennial Essay Contest – All Students 2/15/2018 We want to hear what "Home Is Where the Heart Is" means to you. The contest is open to Illinois high school students in grades nine through 12 attending public, private or home schools. Essays must be a minimum of 500 words but can be no more than 700 words and must be the original work of the student. Applications are available at: www.cognitoforms.com Illinois PTA Lillian Glover Scholarship - Seniors 2/15/2018 Two scholarships, $3000 and $2000, will be awarded to graduating seniors in the State of Illinois who are enrolling in a college or university in Education or an Education-related degree program, which may include: Librarians, Instructional Media Specialists, School Nurses, School Psychologists, or Social Workers (all of which require certification from a State Board of Education). Applications are available online at www.illinoispta.org Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarship – Seniors 2/15/2018 The Jackie Robinson Foundation (JRF) provides a multi-faceted experience to address the financial needs of minority students who aspire to attend college as well as guide them through the process of higher education. Recipients will receive four–year scholarships of up to $7,500 per year to attend a four–year accredited college or university of their choice. Additionally, JRF scholars participate in an extensive four-year program that includes mentoring, leadership development, practical skill-building, internship and job counseling and placement, as well as many networking opportunities. Applications are available beginning November 1 at: http://www.jackierobinson.org/apply Scholarships for Military Children - Seniors 2/16/2018 The program will award $2000 scholarships and is open to sons and daughters of active duty, reserve/guard, or retired military commissary customers. Each recipient must be planning to enroll full-time in a four-year undergraduate college or university, accredited in the U. S. and must have a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.0 on a 4.0 basis. Application are available at: www.militaryscholar.org Beta Sigma Psi Martin Luther Scholarship – Male Seniors 2/17/2018 The recipient will receive $2,000 towards tuition and fees at any accredited 4-year College or University in the United States. Applicants must be male, a confirmed member of the Lutheran congregation and beginning his college studies in the fall. Applications are available at: www.betasigmapsi.org Illinois Chemical Education Foundation (ICEF) -Seniors 2/23/2018 The ICEF awards a number of $2000 scholarships to honor and recognize seniors who have exemplified outstanding Postmark achievement in academics, extracurricular and/or employment activities and community involvement. Information Inactive is available online at: www.cicil.net Patient Advocate Scholarship for Survivors – All Students 2/24/2018 Twelve $3,000 scholarships will be awarded to individuals that are legal residents of the United States, under the age of 25, who have been diagnosed with or treated for cancer, a chronic, or life threatening debilitating disease within the past five years. Information is available at: www.patientadvocate.org Teendrive365 Video Challenge – All Students 2/28/2018 Create your video with a solution to end distracted driving any way you like, but be sure to include the TeenDrive365 end frame at the very end. You can download this end frame from the Video Challenge homepage. Awards will range from $1000-$15000. Information is available at: http://www.teendrive365inschool.com/teens/video-challenge Independent Order of Odd Fellows and Rebekahs of Illinois -Seniors 3/1/2018 Scholarships ranging from $1000-$1500 will be awarded to students based on financial need and scholastic ability. Applicants must be a resident of Illinois and a U.S. citizen, maintaining a “C” average, and planning to continue their education at a post-secondary school or an accredited vocational/technical school. Applications are available online at www.ioof-il.org Christopher Martinat NOLS Scholarship (NOLS-National Outdoor Leadership School) – All Students 3/1/2018 This scholarship fully funds tuition for a month-long NOLS experience in the Rocky Mountains. Must be 16 years of age, a resident of Lake Forest, Lake Bluff or Knollwood. Applications are available on Naviance and in the CCRC American Chemical Society Scholars Program – Seniors 3/1/2018 Renewable scholarships of up to $5,000 will be awarded to African American, Hispanic and American Indian students who want to enter the fields of chemistry or chemistry-related fields, such as environmental science, toxicology and chemical technology. Applicants must demonstrate both high academic achievement in chemistry or science (Grade Point Average 3.0, "B" or better) and financial need and be planning a career in the chemical sciences. Applications are available at: www.chemistry.org Japanese American Citizens League (JACL) - Seniors 3/1/2018 Scholarships ranging from $1500-$5000 will be awarded to high school seniors based on academic achievement, school and community service, activities and financial need. Applicants must be members of Chicago JACL or may join at the time of application. Applications are available at: www.jaclchicago.org Norwegian National League Scholarship – All Students 3/1/2018 A $1,000 Scholarship will be awarded to college bound high school seniors and a $500 scholarship will be awarded to students in 9-11 grades who are of Norwegian ancestry, and reside in the counties of Cook, DuPage, Kane, Lake, Kendall, McHenry or Will. Seniors must have a 3.0/4.0 GPA and submit a minimum 500word essay on any topic regarding Norway while students in grades 9-11 must submit a 300 word essay on any topic regarding Norway. Applications are available at: www.nnleague.org Minority Teachers of Illinois Scholarship Program – Seniors 3/1/2018 Offers minority students attending an accredited college or university in Illinois up to $5000/year renewable scholarship. Recipients must sign a promissory note agreeing to teach in a school with a minimum of 30% minority students. Applications are available at: http://www.isac.org/students/during-college/applying-for-financial- aid/applications/tesp Project Yellow Light Scholarship – Seniors 3/1/2018 This is a scholarship competition designed to bring about change. As an applicant you have one clear mission: (Deadline for encourage your peers to develop and embrace safe driving habits. You must submit a video, billboard design or Billboard radio spot that is designed to motivate, persuade and encourage their peers to not drive distracted. The first-place Design) winner will receive a $5,000 scholarship; second-place: $2,000 and third-place: $1,000. Information is available at: www.projectyellowlight.com Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation - Seniors 3/1/2018 Several scholarships are available if you are a child of an active duty Marine or reserve U.S. Marine or other (see website), have a 2.0/4.0 GPA, and your 2014 family income does not exceed $94,000. Information and applications are available at: www.mcsf.org Frame My Future Scholarship – Seniors 3/1/2018 Five $1000 scholarships will be awarded to seniors based on their online submission of an original, digital creation showing how you frame your future. Finalists will be selected based on creativity of the full entry, including the entry image and accompanying description which has a maximum of 500 characters. Applications are available at: http://www.diplomaframe.com/contests.aspx Illinois AMVETS Scholarship Program - Seniors 3/1/2018 Various scholarships are available that include: service; nursing; junior ROTC; trade school; and female memorial scholarships. Applications are available online at: www.ilamvets.org Sommer Foundation – Seniors 3/2/2018 Three to five scholarships ranging from $3,000 to $5,000 will be awarded to deserving college bound seniors who have experienced the death of a parent and despite the resulting emotional trauma, have performed in an exemplary manner during his or her high school career. Students should demonstrate strong academic promise, positive extracurricular and/or work experience, contributions through community or school service, and financial need. Applications are available at: http://sommerfoundation.org Tim Breslin Memorial Scholarship – All Students 3/2/2018 This scholarship will provide a $7,500 stipend toward college tuition in loving memory of Tim Breslin a former Chicago Wolves hockey player. All interested students must complete the application and submit a typed or handwritten essay (500 words or less. Applications are available at: http://www.chicagowolves.com/community/educational-programs/tim-breslin-memorial-scholarship/ Chicago Roofing Contractors Association -Seniors 3/2/2018 Two $3000 scholarships will be awarded to students who have been accepted as a full-time student into an undergraduate degree program in liberal arts and sciences, engineering, architecture or business, and who have an ACT score of 29 or greater. Applications are available at: www.crca.org Lake County Retired Teachers Association Scholarship – Seniors 3/5/2018 One scholarship will be awarded to a high school senior currently attending a Lake County public high school in recognition of scholastic ability and achievement, contributions to the community, and a desire to pursue a career in education. Applications are available at: www.LCRTA.com Chicago North Shore Alumnae Panhellenic Council Scholarship - Female Seniors 3/9/2018 The Chicago North Shore Alumnae Panhellenic Council will award at least one $1000 scholarship to a graduating high school woman, residing in the Chicago North Shore area. Applicants must be well-rounded and demonstrate outstanding school and community involvement and academic excellence. Candidates must be enrolling at a four- year college or university that has National Panhellenic Conference (NPC) chapters on its campus. These applicants do not have to be part of the school's Panhellenic recruitment process (sometimes known as "sorority rush") nor are they obligated to join any NPC chapter. Applications are available at: http://northshorepanhellenic.net/scholarship-application WINGS-Women Interested in Government Service-Lake County Chapter – Female Seniors 3/9/2018 A $500 scholarship will be awarded to a graduating female high school senior student. You must submit proof of acceptance at a two or four year institution in one of the following majors: Political Science, Business, Public Administration, Pre-Law or Education. Applications are available on Naviance. Fueling the Minds of the Future - Seniors 3/12/2018 To be considered for a $2000 scholarship, students must reside in the Chicagoland area, have at least a 2.5/4.0 GPA, demonstrate financial need and plan to enroll full-time in a trade or vocational school in the fall. Applications are available online at: www.fuelingminds.com Heros Legacy Scholarship – Seniors 3/14/2018 This $5000 scholarship honors not only those who have fallen in battle, but all who have died or have become disabled through their active military service since September 11, 2001 and is open to their dependent unmarried children under age 23. A disability is defined as one that results in the service member being eligible for, and receiving, Traumatic Servicemembers' Group Life Insurance (TSGLI) or a permanent and total disability compensation rating of 100%. Applications are available at: http://www.militaryscholar.org/legacy/index.html Italian Catholic Federation Scholarship - Seniors 3/15/2018 The Federation is offering $400 college scholarships to further the education of students who are Roman Catholic and of Italian descent (or whose non-Italian Roman Catholic parents, guardians or grandparents are members of the Federation), who maintain a GPA of at least 3.2/4.0 and who live within the Roman Catholic Dioceses of California, Nevada, Illinois and Arizona, only where Branches of the Federation are established. Applications are available at: www.icf.org Lake County Sheriff’s Office - Seniors 3/15/2018 Each Illinois county awards at least one $500 scholarship each school year to students who demonstrate outstanding scholastic, extra-curricular and character qualifications. The scholarship program is open to Illinois students who will be attending an Illinois higher learning institution. Applications are available January 15 at: http://www.ilsheriff.org/index.php/scholarships Youth for Understanding Scholarships – All Students 3/15/2018 More than 250 full and partial scholarships are awarded each year to high school students who want to explore another country and culture, master a new language and discover themselves. Opportunities are available for summer, semester or year-long programs. Applications and information are available at: www.yfu-usa.org Illinois Council Against Handgun Violence-Student Voices Contest – All Students 3/16/2018 The topic for the Student Voices Contest is: What can I do to prevent gun violence? Students can submit their entries in one of the following categories: Essay, Poetry, Art & Spoken Word. Winners will receive an Apple iPad. Applications and guidelines are available at: http://www.ichv.org Dean Ritter Trust for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing – Seniors 3/23/2018 Scholarships ranging from $1000-$5000 will be awarded to high school seniors who are deaf or hard of hearing and are residents of the state of Illinois. Recipients will be chosen based on financial need and school and community involvement. Applications are available at: www.deanritter.org AFA Teens for Alzheimer’s Awareness Scholarship - Seniors 3/26/2018 The AFA will award a $5,000 scholarship to the winner, a $2,500 scholarship to the first runner-up, a $1,000 scholarship to the second runner-up and seven $500 scholarships for Honorable Mention. This scholarship provides an excellent opportunity for college-bound students to give thoughtful consideration to the impact Alzheimer’s disease has on their own lives and others in their family and community. Applications are available at: www.afateens.org Negro League Committee Scholarship – Seniors 3/28/2018 This essay contest will provide four $1000 scholarships to graduating seniors who will pursue a degree at an accredited U. S. institution. Applicants are asked to write an essay of 1200 words or less on one of the two topics presented on the application. Applications are available at: http://sabr.org/malloy KFC Reach Educational Grant - Seniors 3/29/2018 The REACH Educational Grant Program helps KFC restaurant hourly Team Members and Shift Supervisors pursue their educational dreams. These $2,000 grants will be awarded to students who plan to enroll in a full- or part-time course of study at an accredited two-year or four-year college, university, or trade/vocational school. Applicants must be graduating high school seniors with a GPA of 2.0/4.0 Applications will be available on February 1 at: http://www.kfc.com/foundation Odenza Scholarship – Ages 16-25 3/30/2018 To be considered for the $500 Odenza Marketing Scholarship, students must be between the ages of 16 and 25 on March 30, 2017 and submit answers to the essay questions, which can be found on the application page prior to the March 30, 2017 deadline. Applications are available online at: http://www.odenzascholarships.com The Chicago Lighthouse Scholarship Awards - Seniors 3/30/2018 Scholarships are awarded to blind or visually impaired students from across the country, with priority given to students residing in Illinois or attending school in Illinois. Applications are available at: www.chicagolighthouse.org
The Metropolitan Mathematics Club of Chicago – Seniors 3/30/2018 A $2000 scholarship will be awarded to a high school senior who will pursue a career in the teaching of mathematics. In addition, up to two Filliman Scholarships may be awarded for the same amount (funded by a gift from the Filliman estate). Applications are available on Naviance. Janice M. Scott Memorial Scholarship - Seniors 3/31/2018 This $2500 scholarship seeks students who have demonstrated leadership abilities through participating in community service or other extra curricular activities and whose family's adjusted gross income does not exceed $60,000. Applicants must be U.S. Citizens or permanent residents with a GPA of 4.0/5/0 and who will be attending a four-year college or university within the 50 states or District of Columbia. Applications are available at: jmscottmemorialfund.org Germans from Russia Heritage Society – All Students 3/31/2018 A $300 award will be given to the winning essay for high school seniors and the winning essay from grades 9-11 will be awarded $150. The subject of the paper must be directly related to German Russian history, heritage or culture, and be the contestant’s original work. A contestant does not need to be ethnic German-Russian to enter the contest. Information and entry forms are available at: www.grhs.org Friends of Volo Bog - Seniors 3/31/2018 A $1000 scholarship will be awarded to a high school senior who plans to study environmental or natural science at an accredited college or university. Applications are available at: http://www.friendsofvolobog.org/#!scholarships/camt Order of AHEPA – Seniors 3/31/2018 Scholarships up to $2000 will be awarded to students who are high school seniors, have a minimum of a “B” average, and are either of Greek heritage or have a parent that is an active member of the AHEPA family. Applications are available online at www.ahepa.org Palumbo Family Foundation Scholarship Program – Seniors 3/31/2018 Scholarships amounts range from $500-$10,000 and are open to local high school seniors who have a 3.0/4.0 GPA, are U.S. Citizens with a permanent residence in Illinois for at least 6 months prior to January 1, 2018 and who have an adjusted income of $60,000 or less as documented on a 2017 federal 1040 income tax return. Applications are available at: www.palumbofoundation.org Lake Bluff Youth Baseball Association Scholarship - Seniors 4/1/2018 Scholarships in the amount of $500 will be awarded to high school seniors who have been accepted and plan to attend college in the fall. Applicants must have been involved in or have participated as a player, umpire, scorekeeper, coach or as a regular volunteer in the Lake Bluff Youth Baseball Association (LBYBA) program and will have demonstrated a positive and helpful attitude serving the LBYBA. Applications are available on Naviance. Melvin E. Luke Scholarship-Lake County Chapter of the IL Society of Professional Engineers - Seniors 4/1/2018 This $500 scholarship will be awarded to one graduating senior from a Lake or McHenry County High School who will be entering an engineering program at an ABET-EAC accredited college or university. Applications are available at: www.lc-ispe.org Project Yellow Light Scholarship – Seniors 3/1/2018 This is a scholarship competition designed to bring about change. As an applicant you have one clear mission: (Billboard) encourage your peers to develop and embrace safe driving habits. You must submit a video, billboard design or 4/1/2018 radio spot that is designed to motivate, persuade and encourage their peers to not drive distracted. The first-place (Video & winner will receive a $5,000 scholarship; second-place: $2,000 and third-place: $1,000. Information is available at: Radio Spot) www.projectyellowlight.com American Fire Sprinkler Association - Seniors 4/1/2018 Scholarships in the amount of $2000 will be awarded to ten seniors who plan to further their education at a college/university or certified trade school in the fall. Students are asked to read the “Fire Sprinkler Essay” about automatic fire sprinklers and then take a ten question multiple-choice, open book test. Information and applications are available at: www.afsascholarship.org Peter Baker Knights of Columbus Scholarship -Seniors 4/1/2018 Scholarships of at least $2000 will be awarded to students based on academic achievements, leadership experience and extracurricular activities. Applicants must be a U.S. citizen, attending a Catholic college or Catholic university leading to a bachelor’s degree. They must also be a registered parishioner, or the son or daughter of a registered parishioner of the Church of St. Mary or St. Patrick in Lake Forest or one of the Catholic churches located in Lake County, Illinois. Applications are available on the Naviance. Jean Paul Ohadi Scholarship - Seniors 4/1/2018 The Deerfield Chapter of the Jean Paul Ohadi Foundation will offer $1000 scholarships to recognize outstanding gay and lesbian youth from the community and to encourage continuing education for self-identified lesbian and gay youth and foster a positive image of gay and lesbian young people in society. Applications are available at: http://www.pflagdeerfield.org/scholarship.html Navin Narayan College Scholarship – Seniors 4/1/2018 A $1000 Scholarship will be awarded to a graduating senior who is planning to attend a four-year college or university and who has served a minimum of two years as an American Red Cross volunteer. Applications are available at: http://redcrossyouth.org/scholarships/navin-narayan-college-scholarship George Maugolis Memorial Foundation Scholarship - Seniors 4/1/2018 The scholarship committee will award $1500 scholarships to applicants of Hellenic descent, who have a 4.0/5.0 GPA, and plan to attend an accredited four-year university. For additional consideration based on need, attach a copy of your Pell Grant award letter or an Illinois State Assistance letter. Applications are available online at www.gmmt.org PDK Prospective Educator Scholarship - Seniors 4/2/2018 College scholarships for high school seniors who will major in education and who have a connection to PDK (Phi Delta Kappa) including Future Educators Association members. Applications will be available January 2nd at: http://pdkintl.org/programs-resources/scholarships-awards/prospective-educator-scholarships Princeton University Ten-Minute Play Contest – Juniors 4/2/2018 Applicants may submit only one play – 10 pages maximum (one page equals one minute). Prizes will range from 1st: $500; 2nd: $250; and 3rd: $100. Applications are available at: http://arts.princeton.edu/about/opportunities/high- school-contests/ten-minute-play-contest Kinnett Scholarship - Seniors 4/6/2018
The North Suburban Special Education District (NSSED) foundation will award up to six $1000 scholarships will be awarded to special education students pursuing further education through a college or post-secondary program as well as students who intend to pursue a degree in special education. Applications are available at www.nssed.org/foundation The Delta Sigma Theta Sorority - Seniors 4/9/2018 Applicants must plan to attend an accredited institution of higher learning. Any student who is an underrepresented minority with a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 2.75 or above on a 4.0 scale or a 3.75 on a 5.0 scale may apply. Candidates must reside within the following geographical boundaries: Northern Suburbs of Chicago, IL bound by Route 137 to the North, Howard St. to the South, Lake Michigan to the East and Route 83 to the West. Special consideration will be given to applicants who have work experience and can demonstrate participation in community service, public service and extracurricular activities. Applications are available at: http://dstevanston.org/html/scholarship.html Joint Civil Committee of Italian Americans-Women’s Division – Female Seniors 4/9/2018 A $2000 scholarship will be awarded to a female high school senior who has a 3.0/4.0 GPA and who has one parent of Italian heritage. This scholarship seeks well-rounded students who can demonstrate their dedication and commitment to continuing their education and who demonstrate financial need. Applications are available at: https://jccia.wordpress.com/scholarships George Gattas Scholarship – Seniors 4/14/2018 Three scholarships will be awarded to seniors with a history of community service that have also been active participants in inter-scholastic athletics and co-curricular activities and who also demonstrate financial need. Applications are available at www.uw-mc.org/nnw College Jump Start Scholarship – Students in Grades 10-12 4/15/2018 The $1,000 College JumpStart Scholarship is a semi-annual, merit-based competition -- financial need is not considered -- that is open to 10th-12th graders, college students and non-traditional students. The main requirement is that you are committed to going to school and can express your goals for getting a higher education. This award can be used at any college or university in the United States. Applications are available at: http://www.jumpstart-scholarship.net Student-View Scholarship - Seniors 4/22/2018 Simply log on to www.student-view.com and complete a 15-20 minute application survey about colleges in your area. The scholarship ranging from $500-$4000 will be awarded via a random drawing of all completed applications. Kids’ Chance Inc. of Illinois Scholarship – Ages 16-25 4/30/2018 Applicants must have a parent who has been killed or seriously injured as a result of a work related accident that meets the criteria of the Illinois Workers’ Compensation Act and that has resulted in demonstrated financial need. Applicant must be enrolled, accepted or applying for acceptance as a full-time or part-time student at an accredited university, college or technical school. Applications are available at: www.kidschanceofillinois.com Ayn Rand Institute Anthem Essay Contest - 9th & 10 Grades 5/1/2018 This essay contest provides awards ranging in amount from $30-$2000. Winning essays must demonstrate an outstanding grasp of the philosophic meaning of Anthem. Information is available at: www.aynrand.org/contests Vivant Smart Home Scholarship – Seniors 5/1/2018 One (1) winning applicant will receive a $5,000 scholarship to cover their educational expenses in the field or major of their choosing from within the eligible majors listed in the Scholarship Official Rules. Applicants are required to post a 1-2 minute video creatively responding to one of two prompts listed on the website. Applications are available at: https://www.vivint.com/scholarship Joint Civil Committee of Italian American’s-John Fischetti Scholarship Award - Male Seniors 5/14/2018 A $2000 scholarship will be awarded to a male student with a minimum of 50% Italian ancestry who plans to major in journalism or media communications. Applications are available at www.jccia.com Ayn Rand Institute Fountainhead Essay Contest - Juniors & Seniors 5/15/2018 This essay contest provides awards ranging in amount from $50-$10,000. Winning essays must demonstrate an outstanding grasp of the philosophic meaning of The Fountainhead. Information is available at: www.aynrand.org/contests Ayn Rand Institute Atlas Shrugged Essay Contest - Seniors 5/15/2018 This essay contest provides awards ranging in amount from $50-$20,000. Winning essays must demonstrate an outstanding grasp of the philosophic meaning of Atlas Shrugged. Information is available at: www.aynrand.org/contests Peter J. Herchenbach Memorial Scholarship - Seniors 5/20/2018 This memorial scholarship fund awards $5,000 college scholarships to high school seniors currently battling cancer or other life threatening diseases whose high school experience is being overshadowed by their disease. Applications available at: http://www.petespals.org PCA’S Triple-Impact Competitor Scholarship Program - Juniors 5/31/2018 PCA will award $1000-$2000 scholarships to high school juniors participating in an individual or team sport sponsored by the school or local club Applications are available online at: http://www.positivecoach.org/awards- programs/triple-impact-competitor-scholarships/ Aspiring Animation Professional Scholarship – Seniors 6/1/2018 A $1000 scholarship will be awarded to a senior interested in pursuing an animation career path at an accredited post-secondary school or college, who have a demonstrated record of academic success, and who have a passion and drive for animation and/or design related career. Applications are available at: http://www.animationcareerreview.com Abbott & Fenner Scholarship Program – Juniors and Seniors 6/14/2018 A $1000 scholarship is awarded each year to the winner of their essay contest. Applicants will need to write a 500- 1000 word essay on the topic: “Describe your educational career and life goals. Explain your plan for achieving these goals. Include your degree/major, why you selected it, and how this degree/major will help you achieve your goals”. Information is available at: http://www.abbottandfenner.com/scholarships.htm Big Sun Athletics Scholarship - Seniors 6/19/2018 The Big Sun Organization awards $500 scholarships and is open to all student athletes regardless of the sport they participate in. Applicants must submit a short (500-1000 word) essay to the questions: How did your participation in sports during your high school years influence you? Has your participation influenced your career goals? Has your participation influenced how you relate to your family? Information is available at: http://www.bigsunathletics.com BBG Communications Scholarship – Ages 16-21 6/30/2018 To be eligible for this $500 scholarship students must submit answers to two essay questions. Applications are available at: http://www.breylancommunications.com/bbgcommunications/132/scholarships.php
Gen and Kelly Tanabe Scholarships – All students 7/31/2018 A $1000 merit scholarship program (offered in the fall and spring) that helps students fulfill their dreams of a higher education. Winners are chosen by committee, which bases its decision primarily on the submitted personal statement. Applications are available at: http://www.genkellyscholarship.com Rumbaugh Oration Contest – All students in grades 9-12 Check website The contest is for an original oration of not less than five minutes nor more than six minutes, dealing with an event, for deadlines personality, or document pertaining to the Revolutionary War that shows a relationship to America today. The oration must be essentially the same as the submitted manuscript. Information is available online at www.sar.org/Youth/Oration_Contest The American Legion High School Scholarships – All Students Varies The American Legion offers a number of scholarships and other resources to assist young people in their pursuit of higher education. There are opportunities for everyone, including kin of wartime veterans and participants in Legion programs. Information can be found at www.legion.org Walmart Foundation Scholarships – Seniors Varies The Walmart Foundation offers both associate scholarships and dependent scholarships. The amount of the award, deadline and requirements varies for each scholarship. More information is available online at: www.walmartfoundation.org Cappex Varies 100’s of Scholarships in a variety of categories at: www.cappex.com FastWeb Varies 100’s of Scholarships in a variety of categories at: www.fastweb.com Merit Aid Varies 100’s of Scholarships in a variety of categories at: www.meritaid.com Scholarships4students Varies 100’s of Scholarships in a variety of categories at: www.scholarships4students.com ScholarshipExperts Varies 100’s of Scholarships in a variety of categories at: www.scholarshipexperts.com Guaranteed Scholarships Varies This newly revised website now includes more than 700 scholarships guaranteed by nearly 200 colleges and universities. Information is available at: http://www.guaranteed-scholarships.com RaiseMe Varies Helps students in 9-12 grades earn scholarships for their academic and extracurricular achievements throughout high school. These “Micro-Scholarships” will vary depending on what each participating college chooses to offer but can include good grades, participating in clubs, playing on a sports team, volunteering or even starting a club, and taking honors and AP classes. Some of these micro-scholarships range from $500-$1000. Information is available at: www.raise.me
Deadline College Specific Scholarships: For Seniors
Babson College-Weissman Scholarship 2/1/2018 This is offered to students with excellent academic records, leadership distinction, and strength of vision for career goals. The full-tuition, room and board scholarship is renewable with a 3.3 cumulative GPA. Additional information and application materials are available online at: http://www.babson.edu/admission/tuition- aid/undergraduate/merit-awards/weissman-scholars/Pages/home.aspx Gonzaga University-Ignatian Leaders Scholarship 2/1/2018 This $24,000 ($6000/annually) scholarship will be awarded to 20 distinguished incoming freshman who demonstrate a significant interest in developing their skills as leaders. Students interested in this scholarship need to request the formal application be emailing [email protected] Ithaca College-Martin Luther King Scholar Program 2/1/2018 The MLK Scholar Program is open to academically talented U.S. citizens and permanent residents from ethnic and (Reg. Decision) racial backgrounds that have been historically underrepresented in U.S. higher education. Recipients will receive up to full tuition in aid, with a minimum merit-based scholarship of $25,000. See website for different deadline dates. Applications are available at: http://www.ithaca.edu/mlk University of Colorado-Boulder-Presidents Leadership Class 2/15/2018 Students who exhibit intellectual curiosity, leadership potential, commitment outside of self, and are able to offer a unique contribution to the Presidents Leadership Class community should apply. Interested students must submit a separate Leadership Class application to be considered for an interview by the selection committee. Additional information is available online at: http://www.presidentsleadershipclass.org Indiana University-Beta Sigma Psi Christian Leadership Award - Male Seniors 2/17/2018 Each school will award the recipient a $1,500 scholarship towards tuition and fees. Scholarship finalists will be invited to interview on campus and will be contacted with more information concerning the interview at a later date. There is no obligation to join Beta Sigma Psi or be related to a member of the fraternity to receive this award. Applications are available at: www.betasigmapsi.org Purdue University-Beta Sigma Psi Christian Leadership Award - Male Seniors 2/17/2018 Each school will award the recipient a $1,500 scholarship towards tuition and fees. Scholarship finalists will be invited to interview on campus and will be contacted with more information concerning the interview at a later date. There is no obligation to join Beta Sigma Psi or be related to a member of the fraternity to receive this award. Applications are available at: www.betasigmapsi.org University of Illinois-Urbana/Champaign-Fred S. Bailey YMCA Scholarship 2/18/2018 A $3000 scholarship will be awarded to students who plan to attend the University of Illinois-Urbana-Champaign and have shown a commitment to community engagement, service, leadership and action. Financial need and academic achievement will also be considered. Applications are available at: www.universityymca.org/bailey University of Michigan-Telluride House Room & Board Scholarship – Seniors 2/21/2018 This full room and board scholarship is open to any high school senior who has applied to the University of Michigan, even if they have not yet received an admissions decision. Telluride House is a living community founded on the three pillars of intellectual inquiry, community service and self-governance. The 28 undergraduate and graduate student residents are each on a full scholarship that covers food and housing, renewable for up to 5 years. Applications are available at: www.telluride-house.com University of Illinois-Urbana/Champaign-Beta Sigma Psi Christian Leadership Award - Male Seniors 2/26/2018 Each school will award the recipient a $1,500 scholarship towards tuition and fees. Scholarship finalists will be invited to interview on campus and will be contacted with more information concerning the interview at a later date. There is no obligation to join Beta Sigma Psi or be related to a member of the fraternity to receive this award. Applications are available at: www.betasigmapsi.org Purdue University-The Purdue Club of Chicago 3/1/2018 The Purdue Club of Chicago strives to award deserving recipients who are well-rounded, and who the scholarship committee believes will succeed at Purdue while embracing its traditions and spirit. While primarily merit based, need is also considered in the overall evaluation with the amount yet to be determined. Applications are available at: www.puchicago.org University of Tampa-Department of English and Writing 3/1/2018 The Department of English and Writing offers several annual scholarships to exceptional incoming students who wish to join our literary community. The Tampa Writing Scholars are a select group of individuals is chosen based on demonstrated talent and potential for achievement in English or writing and may be awarded up to $6,000 per year, renewable, for the duration of the their studies at UT. Information is available at: www.ut.edu Iowa State University-Special Awards for Illinois Residents 3/1/2018 Iowa State offers several merit scholarships with various academic requirements: Academic Recognition Award $5500/year for four years; Award for Competitive Excellence: Level I $8000/year for four years; Level II $6500/year for four years; Return to Iowa-Generations Scholarship: $1500/year for four years and is awarded to incoming freshman who are the children or grandchildren of Iowa State graduates. Information is available at: https://www.admissions.iastate.edu/scholarships/freshman.php?state_id=IL
Iowa State University-Beta Sigma Psi Darryl Jahn Scholarship– Male Seniors 3/23/2018 Three $1500 scholarships will be awarded to Lutheran gentlemen entering Iowa State University in the fall. Applicants will be evaluated on their scholastic achievement and active participation in their communities and churches. Applications are available at: http://epsilon.betasigmapsi.org/recruitment/scholarship University of Illinois-Urbana/Champaign-Lloyd Morey Scholarship - Male Seniors 6/30/2018 A $1000 scholarship is awarded annually to three incoming freshman men who exemplify the core values of the fraternity: Leadership, scholarship, loyalty and self-support. Applicants are not required to join Alpha Kappa Lambda Fraternity in order to receive the scholarship. Applications are available on Naviance. College of Lake County Scholarships Varies For a list of available scholarships to CLC, students will need to log in with their UserID and Password to fill out the application. For students that have not applied to CLC will need to apply to CLC and then complete the scholarship application which is available at: https://clcillinois.academicworks.com/
Deadline Local Scholarships: LFHS Seniors Only *Applications are available on Naviance
American Legion Scholarship 3/15/2018 Scholarships ranging from $1000-$4000 will be awarded to students who have achieved excellent academic promise, manifest ideals, possess leadership qualities and have strong vocational or professional goals. Financial need and military connection will be considered in determining the award. Multiple awards Applause Excellence in Music Scholarship 3/15/2018 The $500 Applause Scholarships are intended to recognize outstanding musical accomplishments by LFHS senior music students and to further encourage their study of music and are awarded to one student in each of the following the categories: band, orchestra and chorus, and a fourth discretionary award for composition or other category. APT Senior Contribution Award 3/15/2018 The $500 Senior Contribution Awards are given each year to those students who have been involved and given their time, energy and talents to the benefit of LFHS. Emphasis will be placed on school service, although community service will be considered as well. Multiple awards Deer Path Art League Scholarship 3/15/2018 This $1000 fine arts scholarship will be awarded to a graduating senior who will study fine arts as a major at an accredited college, university or art school. Dorothy Gleiser Scholarship 3/15/2018 This $2000 scholarship will be awarded to a student pursuing a degree in earth science. If no earth science candidate applies, then another science discipline will be considered. Applications are available on naviance. Dr. Jim Gantt Memorial Scholarship 3/15/2018 A scholarship ranging in amount from $500-$1000 will be awarded to a graduating LFHS student who has illustrated, through their beliefs and actions, a genuine sense of tolerance towards difference, an appreciation of diversity, and an ability to reflect deeply on him or herself to encourage personal growth. Applications are available on Naviance. Friends of the Lake Forest Library Scholarship 3/15/2018 Scholarships in the amount of $2000 will be awarded to graduating seniors who clearly demonstrate a passion for reading. Multiple awards Jim Gram Memorial Scholarship 3/15/2018 A $500 Scholarship will be awarded to a graduating senior who intends on pursuing a career in education. (Interest in social studies a plus). Lake Bluff Women’s Club Scholarship 3/15/2018 Two $2500 scholarships will be awarded to any graduating LFHS seniors who have participated in extra-curricular activities, community service and/or employment. Lake Forest High School Open Arms Scholarship 3/15/2018 Two $500 scholarships will be awarded to seniors who contributed to making LFHS a place of growth, development and belonging for all students, faculty and staff through daily acts of kindness or through larger efforts. Multiple awards Lake Forest Woman’s Club Scholarship 3/15/2018 Scholarships ranging from $1000-$5000 will be awarded to any graduating LFHS seniors and recipients will be chosen based on academic record, extra-curricular activities, service, leadership, financial need and employment. Multiple awards Latin Club Scholarship 3/15/2018 This $750 award will be given to a graduating senior who is currently enrolled in a Latin class and who has been an active member of the Latin Club for at least one year. LFEA Future Educator Scholarship 3/15/2018 This $500-1000 scholarship is for students who intend to pursue a career in k-12 education upon graduation from college. It is sponsored by the Lake Forest Education Association, which is the professional organization of teachers at Lake Forest High School. Mark Jonathan Yates Memorial Scholarship 3/15/2018 Awarded to deserving LFHS students who are planning to attend Knox College and who demonstrate financial need. This scholarship is renewable provided the student remains in excellent academic standing. Amount varies Mulani Math and Science Scholarship 3/15/2018 This $2500 scholarship will be awarded to a graduating senior who plans to continue their studies in the field of math, science or engineering. Financial need will also be considered. PALS & ITS Scholarship 3/15/2018 The $500 PALS/ITS scholarships will be awarded to graduating seniors who have participated in any aspect of LFHS Theatre including performance, direction and technical production. Multiple awards Red Cross Club Scholarship 3/15/2018 Scholarships ranging in amount from $500-$1500 will be awarded to graduating seniors who have been active members of the Red Cross club for at least one year and have shown consistency, initiative and exemplify the compassionate values of the American Red Cross. Multiple awards Sara Campbell Memorial Scholarship 3/15/2018 A $500 scholarship will be awarded to a student who writes independently and enjoys writing that is self-initiated rather than classroom-initiated. This award aims to encourage creative writing and to honor writing that displays uniqueness of ideas, presentation and style as well as independence of spirit. Steven Malin, Jr. Memorial Scholarship 3/15/2018 Three $1250 scholarships will be awarded to graduating seniors who best exemplify what it means to have good character, how their lives have shown that commitment, and how they will specifically apply those principals to their adult life.