November Scholarships
November 19, 2018
Below is a list of scholarships to look through and discuss/apply for with you child. Let me know if you have any questions or concerns.
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Below is a list of the current scholarships that I am aware of and that are currently live. More will be available as the year progresses. Stop by my office if you have questions.
Scholarships available to Illinois students:
--North American Van Lines Logistics Scholarship (Deadline: 12/15/2018)
Five lucky qualified entrants will each win a $1,000 scholarship towards their degree in logistics or supply chain management at the college or university of their choice.
-- Dolman Law Group Scholarship (Deadline: 12/29/2018)
-- SBO (School Band and Orchestra) Essay Scholarship Contest (Deadline: 12/31/2018)
For students involved in a school music program
--10 Words or Less Scholarship (Deadline: 1/31/2019)
Requires Facebook participation
More information at:
--PBA Lifetime Member Scholarship (Deadline: 3/31/2019)
Scholarships will be awarded to current PBA individual and student members to use towards continuing education or cosmetology school.
Apply at:
https://probeauty.org/scholarships/
--SCC Foundation Scholarships- Scholarships available for all types of students. They can be based on merit, need, program of study, intended career path or county of residence, among others. New or continuing SCC students are eligible to apply. The application must be completed online. They also require a completed FAFSA, high school transcript, and at least one reference letter. You just need to complete the application once. You will automatically be considered for all scholarships for which you meet all requirements.
Apply/more information at:
https://www.scciowa.edu/foundation/sccf_scholarships.aspx
--Illinois Agriculture Education Scholarships
Various scholarships are listed online at:
http://www.agriculturaleducation.org/Agricultural-Careers/Scholarships
--Greenhouse Scholars (Deadline: December 17, 2018)
Greenhouse scholars is looking for students who demonstrate leadership with their communities. GPA must be 3.5 or higher - household income must be $70,000 or lower annually.
Apply at: www.greenhousescholars.org/apply
--Elks National Foundation Scholarships: Find info on below here: https://www.elks.org/scholars/
Most Valuable Student: The 2019 Most Valuable Student scholarship contest is open to any high school senior who is a US Citizen.
Legacy Awards- must be a child/grandchild of an active Elk member
Emergency Educational Grants: Emergency Educational Grants provide undergraduate college financial assistance to children of deceased or totally disabled Elks in the form of renewable, one-year grants of up to $4,000. The grant is for educational assistance only and is not intended to cover the entire cost of a college education.
--Illinois Chemical Education Foundation (Deadline 2/22/2019)
ICEF’s objective is to recognize and honor high school seniors who have exemplified outstanding achievement in academics, extracurricular/employment activities and community involvement. Must be planning on attending an Illinois school.
See Miss Nelson for information sheet/how to apply
--Ada Mucklestone Memorial Scholarship (Deadline 3/1/2019)
Must be the child, grandchild or great-grandchild of veteran/s who served in the U.S armed forces during WWI, WW II, Korea War, Vietnam War, Grenada & Lebanon, Panama Canal, or Persian Gulf. Must be a resident of IL. Not applicable for those pursuing Nursing.
See Miss Nelson for information/how to apply.
--Past President’s Parley Scholarship (Deadline: 4/1/2019)
For those pursuing a career in nursing.
See Miss Nelson for information/how to apply.
--Quad City Regional Auto Show Scholarships
For Trade School Students & College Bound Students
See Miss Nelson or go to www.cfgrb.org/scholarships for more information
--Dr. Juan Andrade Jr. Scholarships (Deadline: 11/30/2018)
Applicants must be enrolled or accepted for enrollment as full-time undergraduate students, in an accredited four-year or two-year institution in the U.S. or U.S. territories, and demonstrate a verifiable need for financial support. At least one parent must be of Hispanic ancestry. Non-U.S. citizens are eligible to apply (DACA or Undocumented). Recipients must also be available to attend the 37th USHLI National Conference in Chicago, IL, from February 14-17, 2019. Apply online at: https://www.ushli.org/2018/08/20/scholarship-for-young-hispanic-leaders-now-available-for-2019-2020/
--National Space Club Scholarship (Deadline: 11/30/2018)
In addition to speaking at the Goddard Memorial Dinner, the individual selected will also receive a scholarship, in the amount of $10,000. This scholarship is awarded to a U.S. citizen, and is open to seniors in High School through graduate students studying at an accredited educational institution in the United States, who has definite plans to pursue a career in the STEM fields. Apply/more information at: https://www.spaceclub.org/scholarship/
--Sixt Scholarship Program (Deadline: 11/30/2018)
Sixt rent a car is pleased to offer five high school seniors graduating in 2019 the opportunity to receive a $5,000 scholarship and become a Sixt scholar. The program is designed to assist high school students who plan to continue their education in college. Scholarships are offered each year for full-time study at an accredited institution of the student's choice. The Sixt Scholars Program is available to high school seniors graduating in the academic year of 2018/2019. The scholarship will also take into consideration other factors such as financial need and extracurricular activities. Award winners must show valid proof of a full-time enrollment in an accredited undergraduate college or university for the academic year 2019/2020. Apply online at: https://www.sixt.com/sixt-scholars/
--Barbara Lotze Scholarship for Future Teachers (Deadline: 12/1/2018)
For future Physics teachers. Apply online at: http://www.aapt.org/programs/grants/lotze.cfm
--Look Twice, Save a Life Scholarship (Deadline: 12/1/2018)
One applicant will be chosen who best brings awareness to motorcycle safety. The scholarship will be awarded on an annual basis for the Spring semester. The deadline to apply is December 1st. Apply/information online at: https://www.insuranceproviders.com/look-twice-save-a-life-scholarship/
--AXA achievement Scholarship (Deadline: 12/14/2018)
Demonstrate ambition and self-drive as evidenced by outstanding achievement in school, community or work-related activities. Apply online at: https://www.scholarsapply.org/axa-achievement/information.php
--Burger King Scholars Program (Deadline: 12/15/2018)
The BURGER KING℠ Scholars program assists employees, employees' spouses or domestic partners, employees' children and high school seniors in the United States, Puerto Rico and Canada in continuing their education. To date, the program has awarded more than $35 million in scholarships to more than 33,000 students. Last year alone, $3.7 million in scholarships were awarded to more than 3,400 deserving students.
--Trinity Health Foundation (Deadline: January 2019)
You must register as a user and log into the application system to apply and view specific requirements for each scholarship. There are tutorials on the registration page for your convenience. Please start your application early so required documents and third party verification can be completed before submission deadlines. Incomplete applications will not be considered. includes the following awards and scholarships: Granger E. Westberg Pastoral Care Award, Kenneth D. Moburg Administrative Award, Kenneth D. Moburg Educational Scholarship, Lynn Vermeer Youth Development Scholarship, Trinity Medical Staff Nursing Scholarship. http://www.unitypoint.org/quadcities/apply-for-a-scholarship.aspx
--Kid’s Chance of Illinois (Deadline: 12/1/2018)
To be eligible for a scholarship grant, 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. Applicants must also meet the following requirements: https://www.kidschanceofillinois.com/scholarships.html
--Illinois PTA Scholarship (Deadline: 2/15/2019)
must be a high school senior,GPA 3.0, Enrolling in a college or university in education or education-related degree program, which may include but not limited to: Librarians, Instructional Media Specialists, School Nurses, School Psychologists, or Social Workers (all of which require certification from a State Board of Education) https://illinoispta.org/scholarship/
--Warren/Henderson Farm Bureau (Deadline: typically the beginning of February)
Warren-Henderson Farm Bureau Foundation Scholarship - The objective of the Warren-Henderson Farm Bureau® Foundation scholarship program is to provide financial assistance through scholarships to our members or their dependents who are entering or attending college and majoring in Agriculture or Agribusiness. These scholarships are awarded on the basis of exceptional scholastic ability and/or financial need and are to be used for tuition and/or books. Funds will be sent directly to the school that the student is attending. Applicant must be eligible/accepted for enrollment or be enrolled at an accredited college, university or community college that offers agricultural courses. The scholarship deadline has typically been the last business day of February. http://whfarmbureau.org/foundation.php
--Scottish Rite/ Illinois Masonic (Deadline: March 1)
Illinois Grand Lodge and Scottish Rite Masons provide scholarships to help individuals better themselves through the pursuit of knowledge. The application covers six scholarships: Health Career Fields & Sherwood and Evelyn Kresin (open to public), and Grand Lodge of A.F. & A.M. of Illinois, Robert B. Perkins, Louis L. Williams, Leon M. Abbott (must have masonic relationship)
--See Miss Nelson for information packet/application
--National Wild Turkey Federation’s (NWTF): Dr. James Earl Kennamer Academic Scholarship Program (Deadline: Jan. 1)
3.0 GPA minimum, students must support the preservation of the hunting tradition & actively participate *hunting license is required*, must be NWTF member, must be involved in school activities, be a leader, be involved in the community. Employees and board members of the NWTF & family members are not eligible to participate.
--See Miss Nelson for application
*Many Colleges and Universities have scholarships that pertain directly to that school, check out College websites for these types of scholarships!
