AMP Ohio – Richard H. Gorsuch 2013 Scholarship
Four at $2,000 each
Requirements:
-Applicant must be a student who is either or whose parent is either and employee of an AMP – Ohio electric system or is an employee of AMP – Ohio
-applicant must either live with the parent outlined above or live at another residence within the area in which that parent is employed
--applicant must be a graduating senior planning to attend college
-applicant must have 3.0 GPA
Deadline: January 11 to Mrs. Wendel (Additional paperwork will be required and due January 20.)
AMP Ohio – Lyle B. Wright 2013 Scholarship
Four at $2,000 each
Requirements:
-applicant must be a student whose household receives electricity from an AMP-Ohio member community
-cannot have an immediate family member be an employee of AMP-Ohio or an AMP-Ohio member municipal electric system
-applicant must be a graduating senior planning to attend college
-applicant must have 3.0 GPA
Deadline: January 11 to Mrs. Wendel (Additional paperwork will be required and due January 20.)
Laws of Life Essay Contest
More than $6,000 will be awarded to more than 75 individuals, ranging from $25 to $500.
For instructions and entry forms:
Visit http://lol.centerforcharacterethics.org
Click on “Find a regional contest” and “ohio” or Email:
Or call 614.893.9971
Deadline: January 11
Burger King Scholars Program – Have It Your Way Foundation
Requirements: Eligibility and how to apply can be found on the website below.
Go to www.bkmclamorefoundation.org/WhatWeDo/ScholarsProgram
www.facebook.com/BurgerKingMcLamoreFoundation
Deadline: January 10
Midwest Electric and Touchstone Scholarships
Nearly $25,000 available at the local and statewide levels
Minimum 3.5 GPA for Midwest Electric General Scholarship – six scholarships awarded locally
Minimum 2.75 GPA for Touchstone Scholarship – one $1000 award will be awarded locally.
-must be a son, daughter, or legal ward of a Midwest Electric customer
-members of immediate families and persons residing in the households of trustees, managers, employees of Midwest Electric are not eligible to participate
-must be a graduating senior
Application forms are available at www.midwestrec.com
Deadline: January 15
Pioneer Electric Cooperative
One $2000 scholarships and One $1500 scholarships
In addition, the recipients of the awards are then eligible to compete for scholarships from the Ohio Rural Electric Cooperatives, Inc. (OREC)
Requirements:
-All applicants must be a son, daughter, or legal ward of a Pioneer Electric Cooperative member.
-Applicants must have all basic credits for college or proper vocational or technical school entrance. (Proper vocational or technical school must educate beyond high school and credits earned must be transferable to a state-accredited college.) They must have a current career average of 3.8 (based on a 4-point scale) or better. Eligible applicants also may be accepted and then enrolled in an accredited in an accredited school of nursing, working toward a degree or graduation.
Visit www.pioneerec.com to apply!
Deadline: January 31
Elks National Foundation Legacy Scholarships
Up to 250 $4000 awards
Requirements:
-be a child or grandchild of a living Elk who joined the order on or before April 1, 2010
-be a high school senior
-plan to attend an accredited college in the USA
-have taken the ACT or SAT by December 2012
Apply online at www.elks.org
Deadline: February 1
Grand Lake Area Insurance Professionals Scholarship
One for $1,500
Requirements:
-be a high school senior residing in or attending school in either Auglaize or Mercer County
-pursuing a degree in Business or a related insurance industry major (Accounting, Actuarial Science, Computer Science, Finance, Risk Management and Insurance, etc.)
-If the students attends WSU Lake, WOEF will give an additional $1,200 to the recipient
Deadline: February 1
Buick Achievers Scholarship Program
100 at up to $25,000 per year
$2,000 one-time awards for up to 1,000 students
Requirements:
-high school senior or graduates
-plan to major in a field of study that focuses on engineering, technology, design or business, with an interest in the automotive industry
For more information, visit the website at www.buickachievers.com
Deadline: February 28
PRINTING INDUSTRY EDUCATION FUNDS, INC.
Scholarships for students seeking a career in graphic imaging industry
www.pianko.org
Deadline: Feb. 28, 2013
The American Legion High School Oratorical Scholarship
Visit www.legion.org for more information!
A competition will take place in Minster at the beginning of March.
“Pre-College Co-Op” Program through
Honda Transmission Manufacturing in Russells Point
In this program, Honda is looking to form a relationship with some of the top-rated local schools to hire students as co-ops the summer BEFORE they attend college.
Requirements to Apply:
-be in the top 20% of your class
-intend to major in mechanical or electrical engineering at an accredited college in fall 2013
Space is limited to 4 students from more than 13 high schools. To be considered, send a professional resume and cover letter to Mrs. Wendel by Friday, February 22. If you do not meet the criteria, but you are still interested, please express your interest to Mrs. Wendel.
Lima and Allen County Medical Alliance
One scholarship of up to $1,000
Requirements:
-senior in high school or recent graduate who will be entering college for the first year of studies
-pursuing a HUMAN HEALTH/ SCIENCE-BASED FIELD OF STUDY
-3.0 gpa
-must demonstrate financial need
-must be a resident of Allen, Auglaize, or Putnam County
Deadline: March 1
The James Kura Memorial Scholarship
Three $1,000 scholarships
Requirements:
-be an Ohio high school senior
-have a 2.5 gpa
-be accepted to a 4 year college
-write a 2 page essay
For more information, visit www.oacdl.org/scholarship.
Deadline: March 1
Midmark Technical Scholarship
One $20,000 scholarship paid over four year period.
Requirements:
-graduating senior from Darke, Miami, Mercer, Auglaize, or Shelby schools
-commit to a three year work obligation after college graduation at Midmark
-commit to summer employment
-must be pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in one of the following areas: Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Information Systems, Management Information Systems, or Mechanical Engineering at an accredited four-year institution
For more information, visit midmark.com/careers.
Deadline: March 15
WTLW TV Scholarship
$1000 cash scholarship
Requirements:
-high school senior with plans to attend a post-secondary educational institution and pursue a degree in any type of communications field, including broadcast journalism, public relations, graphics design, print journalism, web design, photo journalism, business or corporate communications, or any type of mass media
-must be a senior attending a high school located within WTLW TV’s viewing area
Deadline: March 15
Delta Kappa Gamma Book Award
One $500 book award
Requirements:
-majoring in a field in education
Deadline: March 20
New Bremen Education Foundation
Nearly 50 awards of varying amounts
Requirements:
-be a senior from New Bremen High School planning to attend college
-must attend an interview
Deadline: March 26 at 3:00 p.m.
Gilbraitti Scholarship
One $500 award
Requirements:
-be between the ages of 16-20
-must be attending a college or university in the fall of 2013
-must complete the application form, including the essay prior to the deadline of 03/30/13
Applications can be found by going to: http://www.mortgagebrokerkelowna.ca
Deadline: March 30
Minority Journalism Scholarships
Intended for Ohio Seniors planning to major in journalism
Applicant must be African American, Hispanic, Asian American, or American Indian
Requirements:
-750 to 1000 word autobiography
-minimum high school grade point average of 2.5
-two letters of recommendation
Applications can also be downloaded at www.ohionews.org
Deadline: March 31
South Shore Sportsman Club, Inc.
Two $500 Merit Scholarships renewable
Requirements:
-pursuing the field of conservation and/or wildlife management or fields related to these vocations
-become a full-time student in higher education
-preference given to relatives of Club members
Deadline: March 31
Janice M. Scott Memorial Scholarship
Three to Five scholarships for $2,500 each
Requirements:
-be a U.S. citizen
-3.0 gpa or higher
-plan to attend an accredited college or university in the U.S.
-have demonstrated leadership abilities through participating in community services or other extra-curricular activities
-combined adjusted income of the parents cannot exceed $100,000
Deadline: March 31
Lima Memorial Hospital Auxiliary
Two $1500 Awards
Requirements:
-minimum gpa of 3.0
-pursue a career in the health-care field
St. Marys Community Foundation
USW Local 200L
In the past, the following has been awarded: One Technical/Trade Institute Scholarship of $1,000 and One Academic Scholarship of $2,000
Requirements:
-Daughters, sons, and legal wards of members in good standing of USW Local 200L.
-High school senior
Visit www.theSMCF.org for application information.
Deadline: March 31
St. Marys Foundry Scholarship
Amount unknown
Requirements:
-open to a senior or graduate of New Bremen High School
-must be a son or daughter of an employee of the St. Marys Foundry, Inc.
Visit www.theSMCF.org for application information.
Deadline: March 31
St. Marys Community Foundation
Robert Lee Griner Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 9289 Scholarship
Two $1,000 scholarships
Requirements:
All high school seniors may apply for these scholarships, but extra consideration will be given to graduates whose parents or grandparents are members of the St. Marys Veterans of Foreign Wars Robert Lee Griner Post 9289
Visit www.theSMCF.org for application information.
Deadline: March 31
St. Marys Community Foundation
The Disabled American Veterans #119 Scholarship
Requirements:
-to students residing in St. Marys, New Knoxville, New Bremen, and Minster school districts
-all persons may apply for these scholarships, but first priority will be given to children or grandchildren of Disabled American Veterans, second priority to children or grandchildren of any American Veterans and third priority to other persons and high school graduates living in the districts listed above
-applicants who are children of grandchildren of either Disabled American Veterans or American Veterans must indicate the name of said veteran and sign a statement certifying the fact
Visit www.theSMCF.org for application information.
Deadline: March 31
St. Marys Community Foundation
Melville and Leona Laut Student Loans
The loans are interest free until nine (9) months after you complete your planned course of study. You would then have up to three (3) years to repay the loan at a 4% interest rate.
Requirements:
-grades, activities, interests, career plans, and financial need are all evaluated when your application is being considered for a loan
Deadline: April 1
Auglaize Soil and Water Conservation District
One $300 scholarship
Requirements:
-must be pursuing a degree in natural resource or an agricultural related program
-2.5 gpa
Deadline: April 2
The William D. Squires Educational Foundation, Inc.
(The William D. Squires Educational Foundation, Inc. is a non-profit family
foundation, created in 1999, solely to offer scholarships to residents in Ohio.)
Twelve $3,000 renewable scholarships for Ohio Seniors
Requirements:
-Minimum 3.2 GPA
-The student’s EFC, as reported on the Student Aid Report from FAFSA, must be under $8,000!!!
-be a graduating senior from an Ohio High School
-have a specific career goal
-be highly motivated
-gave good character
Visit www.wmdsquiresfoundation.org for more information!
Deadline: April 5
Mote and Associates, Inc. Scholarship
Requirements:
-Be a commendable student seeking a post high school education or enrolled in an accredited college program in the field of engineering, surveying, architecture, or a closely related field of study
Complete apps online at www.moteassociates.com
Deadline: April 5
The Hauss-Helms Foundation, Inc.
Requirements:
-must be a resident of Auglaize or Allen County; must be of good moral character; must be in upper fifty percent of graduating class; must be unable to attend higher education institution without without financial assistance from the foundation; should be recommend for an education grant by the principal, GC, or
responsible faculty member; along with other requirements listed on application
-also visit website at www.hauss-helmsfoundation.org
Deadline: April 15
Better Men Scholarships (through the Beta Chapter of Alpha Gamma Rho Fraternity) at OSU
Three $1,000 scholarships
Requirements:
-Excel in leadership, extracurricular activity, scholastic achievement, and share a common interest in Agriculture
-plan to attend The Ohio State University
Deadline: April 15
The Wapakoneta Area Community Foundation
Merle and Opal Miller Scholarship Fund
Grants available for a minimum of $1,000
Requirements:
-be of good moral character
-be unable to attend college without the financial assistance of the scholarship fund or be in a position where the expense of a college education would be an undue financial hardship on the student and the student’s family
-plan to study nursing
Deadline: April 15
Ohio Association of Career Colleges and Schools
More than 275 scholarships available and range from $2,000 to $12,995 – only available to Ohio high school graduates of year 2010
Requirements:
-MUST plan to attend one of the following schools:
Academy of Court Reporting and Technology
Alexandria School
American School of Technology
Art Institute of Ohio
Beckfield College
Brown Mackie College
Cleveland Institute of Dental Medical Assistants, inc.
Davis College
ETI Technical College
Gallipolis Career College
International College of Broadcasting
ITT Technical Institute
Miami-Jacobs Career College
National College
National Institute of Technology
Ohio Business College
Ohio Valley College of Technology
Sanford-Brown College
Southwestern College
Stautzenberger College
Toledo Dental Academy
Trumbull Business College
Vatterott College
Virginia Marti College of Art and Design
-Must have a “C” or better high school average (GPA at least 2.0)
-Must be nominated by a current member of the Ohio Legislature
-Must submit two letters of recommendation
For more information, visit www.ohiocareercolleges.org.
*PLEASE only take an application if you are serious about applying!
Deadline: April 15
Youth Volunteer Scholarship Award
One $500 award
Requirements:
-over the past 2 years a student must have completed a minimum of 50 hours of volunteer work
-over the past 2 years a student must have maintained a gpa of 3.5 or greater
-a student must be under the age of 21 years of age on the day of the deadline
-a student must submit an essay on this year’s topic
Applications can be found by going to: http://www.bbgcommunicationsservices.com
Deadline: April 15