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Scholarships |
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Navy ROTC Scholarship Program |
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The is NO OBLIGATION to apply to this scholarship. You can withdraw before the start of your sophomore year with no penalty and no military time owed. For information about NROTC or about the Navy. |
(800) 488-1269 ext 5102 |
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Tech Prep Grant |
Feb. 15, May 15, Sept.
15 |
Students enrolled in the
tech prep program at LLCC are eligible for this grant. To obtain information |
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The
Golden Apple Scholars of |
October 31 |
Golden Apple Scholars Program is to recruit talented high school students who want to become teachers. |
(312) 407-0006 |
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October 31 |
Requirements: Demonstrate leadership, commitment to community, academic achievement, and employment. |
(800) 306-2653 |
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November 1 |
Applicants must apply to |
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November 1 |
Requirements: student must be nominated by appropriate officials of their secondary school. Scholarship is based on students merit. |
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November 12 |
Requirements: Seniors in Public and Private high schools. 450 words or less essay dealing with the Four Chaplains' essay topic |
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IEA Scholarships |
December 1 |
Applications available from the IEA Region Chair or field office staff or it may be downloaded. Children/legal wards of IEA members in good standing are invited to apply if the student wishes to pursue a career in teaching. In 2003 there were 39 scholarships awarded at $100 each. |
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December 3 |
Requirements: High school senior, any form of flat art (except photography), artwork must reflect the theme "Making the World a Better Place Through Service and Sacrifice", and must be original work. |
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December 15 |
Requirements: Well rounded and determined student. Have demonstrated achievement at a job, sport, or extracurricular activity. |
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December 15 |
GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 Scale. Works and average of 15 hours per week, 40 weeks per year. Demonstrates participation in community service and/or co-curricular activities. Demonstrates financial need, can obtain written recommendations from both school official and employer, and plans to enroll in two or four year college. |
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January 15 |
Requirements: applicant must be enrolled, for the academic year following the award, in a degree program accredited American Institute of post-secondary education, must be resident of the area of a participating local group of American Mensa. General Awards Requirements: applicant does not need to be a member of the Mensa or be qualified for Mensa, and it is unrestricted to age, race, gender, and level of post-secondary education, and financial need. |
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January 17 |
Requirements: evaluation is based on transcript, extracurricular/ volunteer activities, an essay, and the recommendation of a High School Faculty member or administrator. |
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University Honors Student at Eastern |
January 17 |
Requirements: 26 or better on ACT and Top 10% in High School Class or 3.5/4.0 or 4.375/5.0 GPA Registration from 1:00-1:15pm on November 11, 2004 |
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January 14 |
Requirements: child or grandchild of a living Elk member, high school senior. |
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February 1 |
Requirements: Application, Letter of Recommendation, a personal
letter. You must be a resident of |
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Sam Walton Community Scholarship |
February 1 |
Requirements: Not a Wal-Mart associate or immediate
relative, Senior graduating High School Spring 2005, At least one year U.S.
Citizen, Have taken SAT/ACT tests, Can prove financial need, At least 2.5
GPA. More information at Wal-mart
Foundation |
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February 5 |
Requirements: high school senior planning to go to Indiana University, must demonstrate a serious intention of pursuing a career in mass media, students who like journalism, strong academic records, participated in journalistic activities in high school, and shows strong promise for building successful career in newspapers, broadcasting, graphics, photography, or magazine work. |
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George S. and Stella M. Knight Essay Contest 2004 2005 |
February 12 |
Information at http://www.sar.org/ and scroll down to "education/youth" and then "Knight Essay". The contest is for an original researched and proven topic (in English) which deals with an event, person, philosophy, or ideal associated with the American Revolution, the Declaration of Independence, or the framing of the United States Constitution. NOTE: "References from encyclopedias or all electronic references will not be accepted as source material and will cause the essay to be disqualified." |
(773) 755-2748 |
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February 15 |
Requirements: high school GPA of 3.5 or higher. Complete application with essay describing why you chose to pursue a college cooperative education program |
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February 15 |
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Seniors with good grades and outstanding community service. Three seniors in each U.S. Congressional
District will be selected to receive a scholarship for $1,000 or $2,000.
Click on link to find out more details. |
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Greg Freeman Memorial Essay Contest |
February 17 |
Any
9th, 10th, and 11th grade in any of the 16
counties of |
341-622-1250 ext. 117 |
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February 21 |
One year and renewable scholarships available that cover most of the cost of tuition at EIU. Applicants must apply for admission to EIU, intend to major in one of the programs offered in the department: Math & Computer Science, Math, or Math with Teacher Certification. |
(217) 581-2028 |
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South Central Wild Turkey Chapter Scholarship |
February 25 |
A $250 to a |
681-778-5591 |
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The |
February 28 |
Since 2002 the Foundation has awarded 112 scholarships, the majority of which are renewable up to four years provided the students maintain their grades. The directors would like to award more scholarships. |
Harvey B Stephens (217) 544-8491 |
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Plato and Flora S. McCourtney Foundation Scholarship |
February 28 |
All of the following should
be completed and postmarked by due date: Application form completed in full.
(See Mrs. Hampton) One page essay briefly describing student’s intended
education and career goals. A recent transcript of grades. A letter from the
school verifying students current cumulative GPA, and class rank, based on a non-weighted 4.0 scale.
Flexible number of $1000, $3000, and $5000. A major in a technical or
scientific field is required for the $5000 and $3000. |
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February 28 |
For Juniors or Seniors , a $250
award towards college tuition, who plan further study in ecology, biology, or
related field. Applications available at http://www.stlouisaudubon.org/Awards.htm.
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Skelton Scholarship |
March 1 |
High School graduate and students already attending college or another professional school. Based principally on economic hardship and academic achievement. No age limit on the scholarship. Range is $500 to $2000. (See Mrs. Hampton) |
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St Francis Hospital |
March 1 |
Requirements: resident of Montgomery our Macoupin County, graduating senior in the upper third of his/her class, must be accepted to attend accredited school of his/her choice with the intent of receiving a degree or diploma in nursing or other heal-related occupation, personal interview with scholarship committee required, three $1,000 scholarships awarded, notification May 1. |
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Bunn-House Application |
March 1. |
Only the application form
with the revised 7/00 in the lower right-hand corner will be accepted! (See
Mrs. Hampton) For residents of |
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Polly W Roesch Vocal Music Scholarship |
March 1 |
For students who will have a
vocal music major in college. For residents of |
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March 1 |
Must be in upper 25% of class, a graduating senior preparing to enter an education or education-related degree program requiring certification from a state board of education. Two scholarships will be awarded in each of Illinois PTA's 22 districts. Forms are available. |
Donna Anderson (847) 612-9162 |
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March 1 |
Requirements:
minimum GPA of 3.00, resident of |
(217)744-2212 |
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ILAVESNP Scholarship |
March 1 |
A $500 scholarship to
students pursuing a post-secondary education in a vocational/technical area.
To qualify student must be identified as special needs by the Carl D. Perkins
Act. For more information contact Cindy Gierich at 309-353-5011 |
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March 4 |
Submit the following: Name,
address, telephone number, and social security number. High school transcript
including GPA, with scale, and class rank. ACT/SAT/PSAT score. Two letters of
recommendation from teachers, including one science teacher. One page essay
on “How the study of chemistry will impact the student’s future and/or
career.” List of extracurricular activities including community service,
awards, and work experience. Send to ICEF/High School Scholarship Award
Committee, 2250 |
ICEF (847) 544-5995 |
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March 4 |
Open to any |
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March 11 |
College Scholarships for
Physical & Occupational Therapy Majors Contact: TJ Johnson (217) 854-3557
or (217) 851-2502 or the Illinois Elks Crippled Children’s Corporation
1-800-272-0074 |
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Anthology of Short Stories by Young Americans |
March 14 |
Requirements: short story must be
handwritten or typed, one per student, limited to 1500 words, students: full
name, age, address, must be in top right-hand corner on all pages. http://www.anthologyofpoetry.com/ |
George Nickles (336)626-7762 |
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March 15 |
Grade and Test Scores NOT required. Requirements: submit an essay (you are encouraged to include personal stories, emotional experiences, anecdotes, and insights) |
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March 15 |
Requirements: any student entering a four or two year college, university, or vocational institute. Applicant must be nominated by a NFIB member. Must meet standard test, class rank, and GPA qualifications |
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March 15 |
For Children (NOT
grandchildren) of Veterans, a four-year tuition waiver at the |
Kim Hamilton or Denise Hoffman or (217) 333-0100 |
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L. Scott Hoff Scholarship |
March 15 |
Requirements: Graduated in
top half of high school class, in a Boys & Girls Club or similar organization
for one year, be enrolled as a full-time student in college. Application
available at http://www.sccf.us/scholarshipfunds.html |
(217)789-4431 |
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Macoupin county Agriculture Education Foundation |
March 18 |
To a senior majoring in
agriculture. Between $1500 and $500.
For Application (see Mrs. Hampton) |
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Beta Sigma Psi Alpha Alumni Scholarship |
March 19 |
To assist Lutheran students
at the |
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March 25 |
The Crimestoppers
organization is offering two scholarships between Christian and Montgomery
counties for students who will be full-time students in the 2005-2006 school year. Applications available at the website listed. |
1-800-352-0136 |
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Nevco Scoreboard Company Scholar-Athlete Scholarship |
March 31 |
Eligible to students in top
25% of class, 3.25/4.0 GPA, who have participated in varsity level athletics,
who are attending a school or will attend a college that has a Nevco Scoreboard. For Application and Checklist (see Mrs.
Hampton) |
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Joseph S Rumbaugh Historical Oration Contest 2004 2005 |
April 1 |
Information at http://www.sar.org/ and scroll down to
"education/youth" and then "Joseph S Rumbaugh Contest".
Read all of the instructions carefully and pay close attention to paragraph
five which states the specific rules for submission. The contest is for an
original oration not less than five minutes and not more than six (in
English) which deals with an event, a document with in the context of the
Revolutionary War, or a personality showing the relationship it bears to
America today. NOTE: "References from encyclopedias or all electronic
references will not be accepted as source material and will cause the essay
to be disqualified." Entries from |
(772) 755-2748 or James F Barr |
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April 1 |
You can qualify if you are the son or daughter of a Marine on active duty or in the Reserve, a former Marine or Marine Reservist who has received an Honorable Discharge, or who was killed while in the service our our country, or of an active duty, reserve, or former U S Navy Corpsman who is serving or has served with the US Marine Corp. And you are a senior in high school, a high school graduate, currently enrolled as an undergraduate in an accredited college or university, or are currently enrolled in a post high school accredited vocational/technical school AND your 2004 family income is $61,000* or less (*the limit increases if siblings also apply) Applications
are available from our website starting |
(800)292.7777 |
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General Assembly Scholarship |
April 1 |
Requirements: resident in the 100th District,
acceptance as a full-time student at state university, and activity in public
affairs. Complete application (see Mrs. Hampton), Transcript, two letters of
recommendation, and essay on “What this scholarship can do for me and what I
can do in return” This covers one year tuition at any state of Illinois
public university (excluding community colleges) |
(217)782-0053 |
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Louis & |
April 1 |
A
High School graduate from Christian, |
(217)753-7362 |
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Helen & June Hamilton Teacher Scholarship Fund |
April 1 |
A
loan for high school graduate in |
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William E. McElroy Scholarship Grant |
April 1 |
To
boys graduating from high schools in |
Mary Jo Janssen (217)753-7362 |
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Frontiers International |
April 1 |
High
school graduate enrolled in upcoming college semester with a “C” average and
a resident of |
(217)789-4431 |
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Senator Vince Demuzio
Education Fund |
April 1 |
Requirments: graduating in 2004-2005 school year, applied to an
accredited college, GPA of 2.0, and a resident if |
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April 1 |
Eligible
to male students who are intending to join Alpha Kappa Lambda at |
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Balanced Man Scholarship |
April 8 |
Offered
to the incoming male student of the |
Matt Cruce (309)241-3166 |
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Bertha O. Eldred Scholarship |
April 15 |
Requirements: rank in upper 50% of class, student recommended by
principal, teacher, or guidance counselor. A $500 annually to graduate of |
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Excellence In Agriculture |
April 15 |
Requirements: resident of |
(217)557-6436 |
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April 15 |
Any
student enrolled in a Trade School or University in |