Scholarship Bulletin #2
Oct. 5, 2012
Student Name: ________________________________________________________
Directions: Write your name down + circle the name of the scholarship you are interested in and the information will be delivered to you in class.
Scholarships are for SENIORS unless otherwise noted.
Deadline dates (unless otherwise stated) refer to the dates the scholarships must be RECEIVED by the college/organization.
Submit completed materials to your counselor at least ONE WEEK in advance of printed deadline to have adequate prep and mailing time.
Teachers should be allowed 2 weeks’ notice for reference letters.
If any application requires an OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT, the transcript must be mailed from the Guidance Office.
Advertised bulletin scholarships are those that actually cross the counselor's desk - there are many more excellent opportunities available
through research. BE SURE TO CHECK WITH THE SELECTED COLLEGES UPON APPLYING!!!
DEADLINE
1. Golden Apple Scholars of Illinois – H.S. Senior pursuing a teaching career and is willing to teach in an
Illinois school of need for 5 years. Contact your counselor to be nominated. Total award $23,000 over 4 years.
Go to www.goldenapple.org for more information.
2. Illinois College Heritage Scholarship – Merit based scholarships awarded to students for academic accomplishments. Must be
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10/15/12
Nominated by your guidance counselor.
3. Formals of Litchfield – Formals Next Top Designer Scholarship – Make a sketch of a formal gown and submit it for a chance
10/20/12
at a $500 scholarship. Go to www.myformals.com for rules and entry information.
4. Indiana State University – Gongaware Scholarship – Applicants must have leadership experience, 4.06/5.0 GPA, top 10% of
Their class, and an ACT score of 22. Interest in the financial services industry. Up to $8,000 scholarship and a laptop. Apply
At www.indstate.edu/gongaware
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5. Prudential Spirit of Community Awards – Students in grades 9 - 12 who volunteered in your community over the
past year. Must be nominated by Mrs. Schuenke or head of a leadership organization. $1000 and must be able to
travel to Washington DC May 4 – 7, 2013 (all expenses paid). Award is $1000. Apply at http://spirit.prudential.com
11/06/12
6. Danforth Scholars Program – HS Seniors applying to Washington University in St. Louis. Academic standing,
Community service, leadership. Award is full or partial tuition reimbursement. Must be nominated by counselor.
10/15/12
7. Horatio Alger National Scholarships – Aimed toward students who have had involvement in extra-curricular and community
Activites. Must have a critical financial need and GPA of 3.0/5.0. Apply at https://www.horatioalger.org/scholarships/apply.cfm
10/25/12
8. Coca-Cola Scholars Program – For students involved in extra-curricular activities and at least at 4.0/5.0 GPA. 250 scholarships
Will be awarded nationally. Apply at www.coca-colascholars.org
10/31/12
9. Westminster College, Fulton, MO – Scholarships from 7500.00 to full-tuition. Attend a scholarship day as part of the application.
Minimum ACT – 26, and GPA 4.06/5.0. Dates are 11/3/12, 1/26/13, and 2/23/13. More info at www.westminster-mo.edu
Various
10. Conservation Achievement Scholarship – For students who can show examples of voluntary, effective contributions to
To Illinois’ natural resources. Must have a 3.1/5.0 GPA. See guidance counselor for application information. Three $2000 awards.
11. Southeast Missouri State University – Numerous scholarships up to $18,000. Eligibility criterion varies depending on the
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Scholarship. See your guidance counselor for more information.
12. AXA-Achievement Scholarships – Awards students for outstanding involvement in school and community activities, work
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experience, high academic achievement. Apply at www.axa-scholarship.com
13. Boston University Trustee Scholarship – Earn a 4-year full-tuition scholarship. Top 10% of class and outstanding leadership
12/01/12
Qualities. See your guidance counselor to be nominated.
14. St. Louis Teen Talent Competition – Several performance categories for 1 – 6 participants. No entry fee to participate.
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Scholarship awards range from $3,000 to $7,000. Go to www.foxpacf.org for more information.
15. NFIB Young Entrepreneur Award Program – Student must officially established a business. Awards range from $1,000 –
$10,000. Apply at www.nfib.com/yea
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16. MJM Electric Cooperative Thomas H. Moore Memorial Scholarship – For children of customers or employees of the
Electric co-op. Awards based on GPA, ACT, participation in school and community activities, and a short essay. Eight
$1500 scholarships will be awarded. Apply on-line at http://aiec.coop/iec/?coop=MJM
17. MJM Electric Cooperative McEntire Lineworker’s Scholarship – For children of customers or employees of co-op. Enrolling
12/31/12
04/30/13
At the Lincoln Land Community College Lineworker program. $1500 award. See counselor for the application.
18. JFK Library Foundation Profile In Courage Scholarship – Write an original and creative essay that demonstrates the
The understanding of political courage as described by John F. Kennedy in Profiles in Courage. $5,000 award. For rules
And application, go to www.jfklibrary.org
19. Create-A-Greeting-Card Scholarship Contest – Submit an original greeting card. Award is $10,000. Apply at
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01/16/13
www.gallerycollection.com/greeting-cards-scholarship.htm
20. Daughters of the American Revolution Scholarships –Numerous scholarships available for students pursuing degrees in
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history, law, nursing and education. For more info and application go to: http://www.dar.org/natsociety/edout_scholar.cfm
21. National Co-op Scholarship Program – Attend one of several colleges and receive scholarship money plus work experience
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In your career area of choice. GPA of 4.375/5.0. For more info and application go to: www.waceinc.org
22. Edu Launch Pad Scholarship – Watch video tours of colleges and earn a chance to win $1,000. www.edulaunchpad.com
Ongoing
23. Scholarship 360 – Enter your email to receive a new scholarship in your email inbox everyday! www.scholarships360.org
Ongoing
24. Scholarship Experts – On-line scholarship search/notification service. Go to: www.scholarshipexperts.com
Ongoing
Upcoming Career Related Programs – See Mrs. Ross for more information
Experience Nursing Day, Chamberlain College, St. Louis, MO - Ongoing
University of Illinois Engineering Days, Urbana-Champaign - Ongoing
Lead America Conferences in Healthcare and Law - 10/19/12
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*****Suggested websites for students and parents*****
www.WhatsNextIllinois.org for financial aid information and scholarship search information
www.fastweb.com for a scholarship search service
www.finaid.org financial aid and scholarship search information
www.studentaid.ed.gov federal government sponsored site for financial aid information
www.unigo.com college search, student reviews, college rankings
http://ilcis.intocareers.org Illinois Career Information System-career and college search
www.campustours.com Can’t visit a college? Take a virtual tour online.
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***Check out the Guidance Events Calendar on the JCHS web site for College Representative Visits– You must
obtain a pass from your counselor to visit with the college reps.
Many colleges/technical schools will host open houses during the year. Please check in the guidance office, or the college web site for
posted materials with specific dates and locations. It is recommended that students schedule an appointment with the college before
visiting a college.
ACT Test Date Reminders:
October 27, 2012 Registration deadline is September 21, 2012
December 8, 2012 Registration deadline is November 2, 2012
Go to www.actstudent.org to register for the ACT
************************************REMINDER*************************************
Most colleges, including private schools, have priority application deadlines of Nov. 1, Nov. 15, and Dec. 1, 2012.
To avoid being “WAIT LISTED” for possible admission later, complete your applications now!!!