Scholarships

August 2022

College Express Back to School Scholarship

All students who are currently attending high school, college, vocational, or any other accredited post-secondary institution can apply for this scholarship.
Reward amount: $1,500
Deadline: August 31, 2022
Register here

Nitro Scholarship Sweepstakes

The Nitro Scholarship Sweepstakes is available to students who are currently enrolled as a high school senior located in the United States.
Reward amount: $2,000
Deadline: August 31, 2022
Apply here

September 202

Be Bold No Essay Scholarship

The $25,000 “Be Bold” Scholarship is a no-essay scholarship that will be awarded to the applicant with the boldest profile.
Reward amount $25,145
Deadline: September 1, 2022
Apply here

NACME Scholarship

Applicant must be an Black/African American, Latinx/Hispanic-American or Native/American Indiana high school senior applying to an engineering or computer science program at a NACME Partner Institution
Reward amount varies
Deadline: September 9, 2022 and November 15, 2022 (multiple dates/applications)
Apply here

The James Lewis Sr. Essay Contest

This essay competition is open to all high school seniors across St. Clair County.
Reward amount ranges from $500 to $2,500
Deadline: September 22, 2022 by 4:30pm
Send completed application to the address specified on the application
Apply here

Acorn Equality Fund

Our scholarships are designed to provide academic financial support for gay, lesbian, bisexual or transgender students, allies or the children of gay, lesbian, bisexual, or transgender parents.
Reward amount ranges from $1,000 to $4,000
Deadline: September 23, 2022
Apply here

NAACP Charles H. Lawson III Award

This scholarship is for graduating high school seniors. Selection Criteria will be based on community involvement, church activities, scholastic achievement, extracurricular activities and membership. Scrapbooks will be scored using a rubric supporting the criteria.
Application and supportive documentation must be presented in a scrapbook or portfolio format. (Sample Book on display in NAACP Office)
Reward amount: Not specified
Deadline: September 30, 2022 by 4:30pm
Submit all documents to the address specified on the application
Apply here

October 2022

AES Engineering Scholarship

Our belief is that achieving a high grade point average should not be the only criteria for determining who deserves to be helped. For that reason we are offering a scholarship that will be awarded on the basis of character, as determined by an evaluation of the essays that are submitted. You are not required to be taking Engineering courses to be eligible.
Reward amount: $500
Deadline: October 8, 2022
Apply here

Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. International High School Essay Contest

This scholarship is for graduating African American high school seniors who plan to attend an accredited college or university in the Fall of 2023.
Reward amount ranges from $500 to $5,000
Deadline: October 21, 2022
Submit all documents to the address specified on the application
For more information click here

IPLSA Student Scholarship Award

The purpose of the scholarship is to provide financial assistance to the undergraduate student pursuing a baccalaureate degree in land surveying from an accredited college or university, or a baccalaureate degree in a related science including at least 24 semester hours of land surveying courses from the Illinois Department of Professional Regulation Land Surveyors Licensing Board approved curriculum of an accredited institution. Applicant must be an Illinois resident attending an Illinois school.
Reward amount: $1,500
Deadline: October 29, 2022
Apply here

Coca-Cola Scholars Program Scholarship

The Coca-Cola Scholars Program scholarship is an achievement-based scholarship awarded to graduating high school seniors. Students are recognized for their capacity to lead and serve, as well as their commitment to making a significant impact on their schools and communities.
Reward amount: $20,000
Deadline: October 31, 2022
Apply here

CollegeXpress Scholarship

Just create a free profile on CollegeXpress to enter this contest! Once you’ve completed registration, you are officially entered. To be eligible, you must be admitted to one of our member schools as a freshman.
Reward amount: $10,000
Deadline: October 31, 2022
Apply here

Pursuing a Positive Impact Scholarship

Candidates who apply for this scholarship must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher and be in good overall academic standing. High School seniors must be attending a college or university.
Reward amount: $3,000
Deadline: October 31, 2022
Apply here

Steve Duckett Local Conservation Scholarship

All those who apply for the Steve Duckett Local Conservation Scholarship must be in good academic standing with their current educational institution, with a GPA of 3.0 or greater. Candidates for this scholarship must be able to demonstrate a commitment to environmental conservation using past and present volunteer, professional, and educational experiences.
Reward amount: $1,000
Deadline: October 31, 2022
Apply here

Voice of Democracy Scholarship

Voice of Democracy audio-essay program provides high school students with the unique opportunity to express themselves in regards to a democratic and patriotic-themed recorded essay.
Reward amount ranges from $1,000 to $35,000
Deadline: October 31, 2022
Apply here

November 2022

Regeneron Science Talent Search

High school seniors living in the United States, and US citizens living abroad, who have completed independent research projects are encouraged to apply online
Reward amount: Varies but up to $250,000
Deadline: November 9, 2022
Apply here

Hispanic Heritage Youth Awards

Applicants must be of Hispanic heritage (includes Spain, Brazil, Philippines) who is a high school senior graduating in the spring of 2023
Reward amount: Not specified
Deadline: November 13, 2022
Apply here

Elk’s National Foundation Most Valuable Student Scholarship

The Most Valuable Student scholarships are for students pursuing a four-year degree, on a full-time basis (minimum of 12 semester hours), in a U.S. college or university.
Male and female students compete separately.
Reward amount ranges from $1,000 to $12,500 per year
Deadline: November 14, 2022
Apply here

10 Words or Less Scholarship

This scholarship is open to high school seniors who will be attending a college or university in the US or Canada in the Fall of 2023.
Reward amount: $1,000
Deadline: November 15, 2022
Apply here

Concerto Competition for High School Musicians

This competition is open to high school musicians (grades 9-12) enrolled during the 2021-2022 academic year. Woodwind, brass, and percussion players are eligible for this year's competition.
Reward amount ranges from $500 to $2,500
Deadline: November 15, 2022
Apply here

NACME Scholarship

Applicant must be an Black/African American, Latinx/Hispanic-American or Native/American Indiana high school senior applying to an engineering or computer science program at a NACME Partner Institution
Reward amount varies
Deadline: September 9, 2022 and November 15, 2022 (multiple dates/applications)
Apply here

National Space Club Scholarship

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.
Reward amount: $15,000
Deadline: November 15, 2022
Apply here

Odenza Marketing Group Scholarship

This scholarship is open to seniors who have a 2.5 GPA or higher.
Reward amount: $500
Deadline: November 15, 2022
Apply here

Jack Kent Cooke Foundation Scholarship Program

The Jack Kent Cooke Foundation College Scholarship Program is an undergraduate scholarship program available to high-achieving high school seniors with financial need who seek to attend the nation’s best four-year colleges and universities.
Reward amount: up to $55,000 per year
Deadline: November 17, 2022
For more information and to apply click here

Dr. Juan Andrade Jr. Scholarship

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.
Reward amount ranges $500 to $1,000
Deadline: November 30, 2022
Apply here

OneUp Foundation ACT Prep Class Scholarship

This scholarship is for students who are interested in taking the ACT college entrance exam. This scholarship will pay for a quality tutoring ACT preparatory class. This scholarship is for the ACT test that is scheduled to be taken on February 11, 2023. ACT Prep classes will start on January 7.
Reward: ACT preparatory class
Deadline: Apply ASAP
For more information and to apply click here

December 2022

Dell Scholars Program Scholarship

The Dell Scholars program targets low-income, highly motivated students who are better than their numbers indicate and demonstrate the drive to succeed despite personal obstacles. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a unique "GPA" of grit, potential, and ambition in their quest for a college education.
Reward amount: $20,000
Deadline: December 1, 2022
Apply here

USBC Alberta E. Crowe Star of Tomorrow Scholarship

This award annually recognizes star qualities in a female high school senior who competes in the sport of bowling. Applicants must be a Non-Professional USBC member in good standing. Star qualities include distinguished certified bowling performance on the local, regional, state and national levels, academic achievement and extracurricular and civic involvement.
Reward amount: $6,000
Deadline: December 1, 2022
Apply here

USBC Annual Zeb Scholarship

The award recognizes a USBC member who achieves academic success and gives back to their community through service. Applicants must be in their junior or senior year of high school, and must be a Non-Professional USBC member in good standing.
This scholarship is based mainly on community service and very strong academic success.
Reward amount: $2,500
Deadline: December 1, 2022
Apply here

USBC Chuck Hall Star of Tomorrow Scholarship

This award annually recognizes star qualities in a male high school senior who competes in the sport of bowling. Applicants must be a Non-Professional USBC member in good standing. Star qualities include distinguished certified bowling performance on the local, regional, state and national levels, academic achievement and extracurricular and civic involvement.
Reward amount: $6,000
Deadline: December 1, 2022
Apply here

USBC Earl Anthony Memorial Scholarship

If you are a senior in high school or a college student with a record of strong community involvement and academic achievements as well as financial need, you are eligible for this scholarship. Bowling success is not considered in awarding this scholarship.
Reward amount: Not specified
Deadline: December 1, 2022
Apply here

USBC Gift for Life Scholarships

The Gift for Life Scholarships are available to any Non-Professional USBC member currently in high school holding a GPA of 2.5 or higher and who can demonstrate financial need.
Reward amount: $1,000
Deadline: December 1, 2022
Apply here

USBC Youth Ambassador of the Year

This award annually recognizes one male and one female Non-Professional USBC member for his/her exemplary contributions in the sport of bowling outside of league or tournament play, academic accomplishments and community involvement.
Reward amount: $1,500
Deadline: December 1, 2022
Apply here

Lamber-Goodnow Injury Law Team Education Scholarships

The Lamber-Goodnow Injury Law Team awards several academic scholarships to students pursuing undergraduate and graduate degrees in a range of programs and schools.
Reward amount: $1,000
Deadline: December 1, 2022
Click here for more information and to apply

Burress Injury Law “Underdog” Scholarship

Our scholarships are open to applications from undergraduate and graduate students throughout the United States and the awards can be applied to tuition and other educational expenses
Reward amount: $5,000
Deadline: December 6, 2022
Apply here

Alpha Kappa Alpha EAF Endowment Scholarship

This scholarship is intended for black or African American Illinois graduating high school seniors who will attend an HBCU.
Reward amount: $1,000
Deadline: December 15, 2022
Apply here

Burger King McLamore Scholarship

These scholarship grants are intended to help students offset the cost of attending college or post-secondary vocational/technical school. Recipients are selected based on their GPA, work experience, extracurricular activities and community service.
Reward amount: ranges from $1,000 to $50,000
Deadline: December 15, 2022
Apply here

Certa Law Personal Injury & Wrongful Death Scholarship

The Certa Law Personal Injury & Wrongful Death Scholarship is an award for any current or soon-to-be undergrad who has had their life altered due to a bodily injury from an automotive or pedestrian accident, be it their own injury, that of a loved one, or an influential individual.
Reward amount: $1,000
Deadline: December 15, 2022
Apply here

Dirk Derrick Car & Truck Accident Injury Scholarship

The Dirk Derrick Car & Truck Accident Injury Scholarship is an award for any current or soon-to-be undergrad who has had their life altered due to a bodily injury from an automotive or pedestrian accident, be it their own injury, that of a loved one, or an influential individual.
Reward amount: $1,000
Deadline: December 15, 2022
Apply here

Medical Scrubs Collection Scholarship

Medical Scrubs Collection is dedicated to recognizing the individuals who go above and beyond to help others every day. To show our appreciation for these hard working individuals, MSC has decided to Pay it Forward by creating an annual scholarship opportunity for students studying in any health or medical-related field.
Reward amount: $1,000
Deadline: December 15, 2022
For more information and how to apply, click here

North American Van Lines Logistics Scholarship

Applicants must pursue a degree in logistics or supply chain management at the college or university of their choice.
Reward amount: $1,000
Deadline: December 15, 2022
Apply here

Overachievers Student Grant

The G2 Overachievers Student Grant will be awarded to outstanding overachievers who go above and beyond to improve the lives of others.
Reward amount $15,000
Deadline: December 15, 2022
Apply here

Senior Planning Social Work and Eldercare Scholarship

We have chosen to help ensure the next generation of medical social workers are ready to provide the care that American seniors will need.
Reward amount: minimum $900
Deadline: December 15, 2022
Apply here

Equitable Excellence Scholarship Program

The Equitable Excellence Scholarship Program is available to assist high school seniors who are planning to continue their education at a two- or four-year college in the United States by Fall 2022.
Reward amount: One time $2,500 or renewable $5,000
Deadline: December 16, 2022
Apply here

Design Thinking Scholarship

Design Thinking Scholarship is offered to both part-time and full-time students enrolled in degree programs at any accredited college or university.
Reward amount: $1,000
Deadline: December 31, 2022
Apply here

Happy Holidays Scholarship

Applicants must be currently attending high school.
Reward amount: $1,500
Deadline: December 31, 2022
Apply here

Home Depot Foundation’s Path to Pro Scholarship

This scholarship is open to all high school seniors who are not employed or a dependent of an employee of Home Depot.
Reward amount: $2,000
Deadline: December 31, 2022
Apply here

OneUp Foundation ACT Prep Class Scholarship

This scholarship is for students who are interested in taking the ACT college entrance exam. This scholarship will pay for a quality tutoring ACT preparatory class. This scholarship is for the ACT test that is scheduled to be taken on February 11, 2023. ACT Prep classes will start on January 7.
Reward: ACT preparatory class
Deadline: Apply ASAP
For more information and to apply click here

January 2023

GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship Program

The GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship offers college scholarships of up to $40,000 for high school seniors nationwide who showcase leadership, drive, integrity, and citizenship.
Reward amount: $10,000 (renewable up to $40,000)
Deadline: January 5, 2023
Apply here

Diller Teen Tikkun Olam Scholarship

Seeking teen leaders who show significant initiative and leadership in creating and leading a new initiative — or have considerably deepened or expanded an existing project — that embodies the values of Tikkun Olam, repairing the world. Applicants must self-identify as Jewish.
Reward amount: $36,000
Deadline: January 5, 2023
Apply here

Ron Brown Scholarship

This scholarship program is for community-minded and intellectually gifted African American students to advance their higher education. Ron Brown scholarships are not limited to any specific field or career objective and may be used to pursue any academic discipline.
Reward amount: $40,000 ($10,000 each year renewable scholarship)
Deadline: January 9, 2023
Apply here

Taco Bell Live Mas Scholarship

The Live Más Scholarship is for students who are pursuing higher education, preparing for the workforce, or using their passion to ignite change in their communities and beyond.
Reward amount: Not specified
Deadline: January 11, 2023
Apply here

John F. Kennedy Profile in Courage Essay Contest

The contest is open to United States high school students in grades nine through twelve attending public, private, parochial, or home schools; U.S. students under the age of twenty enrolled in a high school correspondence/GED program in any of the fifty states, the District of Columbia, or the U.S. territories; and U.S. citizens attending schools overseas. Past winners and finalists are not eligible to participate.
Reward amount ranges from $100 to $10,000
Deadline: January 13, 2023
Apply here

Dr. Meme Heineman Scholarship

This scholarship seeks to support students pursuing a degree in Psychology or Applied Behavior Analysis.
Reward amount: $6,000
Deadline: January 14, 2023
Apply here

Tuskegee Airmen Foundation Scholarship - Hugh J. White Chapter

This scholarship will be awarded to deserving high school seniors who meet the following 4 criteria – 1. Academic performance 2. Financial need 3. Two themed essays 4. Application submitted on time
Reward amount: $1,500
Deadline: January 14, 2023
Submit completed application to the address or email contact specified on the application
Application can be found here

Mensa Foundation Scholarship

The Mensa Foundation Scholarship Program awards scholarships every year to college-bound students around the globe. Scholarships are awarded based solely on 550-word essays expressing applicants’ academic and professional goals and how their personal experiences will help them to accomplish those goals.
Reward amount: Not Specified
Deadline: January 15, 2023
Apply here

Washington Crossing Foundation Scholarship

This scholarship is open to all high school seniors who are U.S. citizens and are planning careers of service to the United States in local, state, or federal government.
Reward amount varies from $500 to $5,000
Deadline: January 15, 2023
Submit completed application to the address specified on the application
Application can be found here

Hagan Foundation Scholarship

The Hagan Scholarship is a nationwide need-based merit scholarship, designed to provide recipients with the opportunity to graduate college debt-free. The intended recipient of a Hagan Scholarship is a high-achieving goal-driven student in need of financial assistance in order to attend college.
Reward amount: Up to $6,000 per semester (renewable for 7 additional semesters)
Deadline: January 15, 2023
Apply here

Asian and Pacific Islander American Scholarship

This scholarship is open to students who are of Asian and/or Pacific Islander ethnicity as defined by the U.S. Census.
Reward amount varies from $2,500 to $20,000
Deadline: January 19, 2023
Apply here

Amazon Future Engineer Scholarship

Applicants must be planning to attain a bachelor’s degree in computer science, software engineering, computer engineering or other computer science related field of study. Our Amazon Future Engineer Scholarship program provides students like you with an opportunity to upgrade their careers with a scholarship, plus a paid summer internship programming at Amazon.
Reward amount: $40,000
Deadline: January 20, 2023
Apply here

Busey Bank Scholarship

Busey Bank’s Community Scholarship Program is to assist graduating high school seniors in continuing their education beyond high school at a university, college, trade, or vocational school.
The recipient will be selected on the basis of positive leadership and character exhibited in academic and extra-curricular school activities and community and/or religious activities. Applicants must have maintained a 3.0 GPA or better for seven semesters of high school.
Reward amount: $2,000 per year for up to 4 years
Deadline: Submit completed application to Mr. Solomon no later than January 31, 2023
Apply here

Jet Future Business Leaders Scholarship

This scholarship is for graduating high school seniors and currently enrolled college students who are interested in pursuing a career in business.
Reward amount: $1,000
Deadline: January 31, 2023
Apply here

Future of Stem Scholars Initiative (FOSSI) Scholarship

This scholarship is open to students interested in pursuing a career in chemical manufacturing, engineering, environmental health and sustainability or other related chemical-industry fields. Applicants must attend a HBCU for the entirety of their college education.
Reward amount: $10,000 per year for 4 years
Deadline: January 31, 2023
Apply here

February 2023

Pulse of Perseverance Scholarship

Applicants must be high school students who need assistance with education related expenses. Students must read the book, "Pulse of Perseverance: Three Black Doctors on Their Journey to Success" and submit a 250-word essay focusing on how they are currently making a difference in their community and why they believe they have the #pulseofperseverance.
Reward amount: $1,000
Deadline: February 1, 2023
Apply here

McDonald’s HACER National Scholarship

Applicants must be of Hispanic/Latino heritage who are planning to attend a two-year or four-year college, university or vocational/technical school.
Reward amount varies from $5,000 to $100,000
Deadline: February 6, 2023
Apply here

Scott Spouses’ Club Scholarship

This scholarship is open to all military dependent high school seniors and military dependent spouses entering higher education at an accredited 2-year, 4-year college, university, vocational, or technical school.
Reward amount: Not Specified
Deadline: February 10, 2023 (must be postmarked by this date)
Apply here and submit completed application to the address specified on the application

Haworth Diversity Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to minority students who will attend an undergraduate college or university in the Fall 2023. In addition to the scholarship award, winners will have the opportunity for a 12-week paid work experience or internship (40 hours/week).
Reward amount: $2,000
Deadline: February 14, 2023
Apply here

Christophers Poster Contest Scholarship

High school students in grades 9 through 12 are invited to enter our 33rd Annual Poster Contest for High School Students by creating a poster interpreting the theme "You Can Make a Difference".
Reward amount: $1,000
Deadline: February 16, 2023
Submit completed application to the address or email contact specified on the application
For more information click here

Coolidge Scholarship for America

The Coolidge Scholarship is a full-ride, four-year, merit scholarship that may be used by recipients for undergraduate study at any accredited college or university in the United States. Any current high school junior who plans to enroll in college in the fall of 2023 and is an American citizen or legal permanent resident is eligible to apply
Reward amount: full ride scholarship
Deadline: February 23, 2023
Apply here

Illinois School Counselor Association Scholarship Program

Applicants must write four essays (250 words or fewer) about the role of a school counselor, as well as an obstacle overcome
Award amount is $1,000
Deadline: February 17, 2023
Apply here

Farm Credit Illinois Agriculture Scholars Program

Awarded to St. Clair County seniors who plan to major in fields related to agriculture, food systems, or environmental resources
“Diversity in Agriculture Scholars” awards are given to students of color
For more information, contact 217-590-2200
Award amount: $2,500
Deadline: Feb. 28, 2023
Apply here

Bence Law Firm Sport Injury Scholarship

We are looking for incoming college students who have overcome a physical injury for this scholarship.
Reward amount: $1,000
Deadline: February 28, 2023
Apply here

March 2023

Horatio Alger Scholarship

This scholarship specifically assists high school students who have faced and overcome great obstacles in their young lives. Applicants must exhibit a strong commitment to pursue and complete a bachelor’s degree at an accredited non-profit public or private institution in the United States and demonstrate critical financial need.
Reward amount: $10,000
Deadline: March 15, 2023
Apply here

New Life Church Scholarship Program

This scholarship program was created to help deserving high school graduates change their lives. New Life will award seven scholarships to deserving students that demonstrate academic excellence, exemplify sound moral character, and portray the holistic characteristics that are the mission of ministry. There are multiple scholarships available but each applicant can only apply for ONE scholarship.
Reward amount: Not specified for each scholarship but seven awards that will be awarded will total $12,000
Deadline: March 16, 2023
Apply here

Buffalo Soldiers Motorcycle Club Scholarship

Open to all high school seniors of the surrounding Illinois metro area in pursuit of a higher education.
Reward amount ranges from $1,000 to $3,000
Deadline: March 24, 2023
Submit completed application to the address or email contact specified on the application
For more information click here
Apply here

Bridging the Dream Scholarship

The Sallie Mae Fund’s Bridging the Dream Scholarship Program for High School Seniors helps make the dream of higher education a reality for outstanding students from minority and other historically underserved communities.
Reward amount: up to $10,000
Deadline: March 27, 2023
Apply here

Scholarship for Female High School Seniors Shark Tank Edition

3.0 or higher GPA
Graduating female high school senior
Enrolling in an accredited institution
Majoring in a Business program
Award: $500
Deadline: March 31, 2023
Apply here

April 2023

Golden Apple Scholars of Illinois Program

The Golden Apple Scholars of Illinois is a teacher preparation and scholarship program for high school seniors, and first- and second-year Illinois college students who have the determination and drive to be excellent teachers in Illinois schools-of-need.
Golden Apple Scholars Receive: Tuition support, up to $23,000 - Paid residential Scholar Institutes that include courses and extensive classroom/work experience - Academic and social-emotional support - Job placement assistance - Mentoring from our award-winning teaching faculty.
Deadline: April 1, 2023
Apply here

Men’s College Scholarship

Must be a graduating high school senior
Must identify as a male
Deadline: April 3, 2023
Apply here

Kellsie’s Hope Foundation

Cahokia High School students who are interested in pursuing a career in Nursing and will be attending Nursing School.
Apply here

Metro Area Professional Organization Scholarship

Open to high school seniors in pursuit of a higher education.
Must have been accepted into college as an acceptance letter is required to be attached
Deadline: April 14, 2023
Apply here

The Salvation Army Women's Auxiliary 2023 Scholarship Application

Reside in St. Clair County
Academics at B average or better; include current official transcript
Students must have been accepted at the college or in the program desired.
Documentation of any Federal Student Aid (FASA) and the Expected Family Contribution (EFC)
Resume of community involvement and volunteerism
Resume of school involvement – service, clubs, athletics, etc.
Include a personal essay on The Salvation Army motto: “Doing the Most Good” (500 word limit). Also, include a couple of sentences to describe where you see yourself in 5 and 10 years.
Due April 15, 2023
Apply: email Mrs. Jones for the Word document and I will send it to you.

Delta Sigma Theta Sorority

Applicants must be a graduating African-American female seniors in the East St. Louis Metro East community
Must be attending a 4 year college/university in the fall or immediately upon her graduation
Deadline: April 20, 2023
Apply here

Student-View Scholarship

Applicants must be a current high school senior who plans to attend a 4 year college, community/junior college, or career school. Simply log on to the website and complete a 15-20 minute application survey about colleges in your area.
Reward amount ranges from $500 to $5,000
Deadline: April 23, 2023
Apply here

Abbott Painters Scholarship

Applicants must be attending college or university on a full-time or part-time basis in the Fall 2023.
Reward amount: $500
Deadline: April 30, 2023
Apply here

Life Parts Express Scholarship

Applicants must be attending college in the Fall 2023.
Reward amount: $500
Deadline: April 30, 2023
Apply here

oxyGEN Scholarship

Applicants are eligible regardless of major or area of study. (You don’t have to be pursuing a degree in a STEM field)
Applicants who meet all criteria, including AT&T employees and their family, are eligible to apply.
Applicants must enroll in an accredited (2-year or 4-year) undergraduate program within the U.S. for the 2023 – 2024 year.
Applicants must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident.
Deadline: April 30, 2023
Apply here

May 2023

Dean Ritter Trust Scholarship

Applicants must have significant hearing loss in one or both ears. Financial need is also considered.
Reward amount varies between $1,000 and $8,000
Deadline: May 1, 2023
Apply here

Rotary District 6510 Gregory F Yank “Servant Leader” Scholarship

This scholarship is offered to seniors with a 3.0 GPA or higher
Applicants must submit a transcript, resume, and an essay about how the concept of “Servant Leader” affects/will affect their life
For more information, contact lannyrotary@charter.net
Award amount is $2,500
Deadline: May 1, 2023
Apply by clicking here

Build Your Dream Scholarship

Any senior graduating in May 2023 is eligible to participate in this scholarship. This scholarship is unique in that GPA and class rank are not considered in judging who will receive the scholarship.
Reward amount: $5,000
Deadline: May 5, 2023
Submit completed application to the address or email contact specified on the application
Apply here

Performance Eyecare’s “Build Your Dream” Scholarship

This scholarship is offered to any senior, regardless of grades or test scores
Applicants must submit an essay (no word limit) about what career path they will pursue and how the scholarship will help them achieve those goals
Award amount is $5,000
Deadline: May 5, 2023
Completed applications should be emailed to Performance Eyecare
Applications are available by clicking here

Review It Scholarship

Applicants must be attending college or university on a full-time or part-time basis in the Fall 2023.
Reward amount: $1,000
Deadline: May 15, 2023
Apply here

Healthy Communities Scholarship

Applicants must be attending an accredited community or junior college or university in the Fall 2023.
Reward amount: $1,000
Deadline: May 31, 2023
Submit completed application to the address or email contact specified on the application
Fore more information, click here

June 2023

Abbott & Fenner Scholarship

The A&F Scholarships are available to all high school juniors and seniors as well as all students currently registered in any accredited post secondary institution
Reward amount: $1,000
Deadline: June 10, 2023
Apply here

Boom & Bucket’s Student Scholarship Program

This scholarship is open to students seeking a heavy machinery themed program. The program can be at a college or a trade school.
Reward amount: $1,000
Deadline: June 15, 2023 (must be postmarked by this date)
Apply here

Sigma Phi Epilson Balanced Man Scholarship - Murray State University

Applicants must be incoming male freshmen at Murray State University for the 2023-2024 academic year. Applicants have no obligation to join or affiliate with SigEp to be eligible for the scholarship.
Reward amount: $5,000
Deadline: June 15, 2023
Apply here

Resources

Scholarship Guide for Black Students

This resource was inspired by an interview with Dr. Jessica Smedley and it highlights often overlooked scholarships that include over 125 National Scholarships, over 60 Regional Scholarships from specific states, colleges, or companies, and over 100 scholarships at HBCUs. Click here to access the scholarships.

US Army March 2 Success

Visit March 2 Success to access the free online study program designed to help students prepare for standardized tests, improve school work, and review materials. Click here to access this resource.

Guide to Trade & Vocational Schools

Trade and vocational schools can open up a wide range of rewarding career options for individuals who are not interested in a traditional 4-year college experience. This guide can help individuals navigate this process and help them make decisions about whether or not trade of vocational school is right for them, how to pick such a school, and how to decide on career options.
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Illinois Agricultural Education & FFA National Scholarships

This website is filtering 50+ student college scholarships. FFA members must have their FFA membership ID and use single-sign-on to access the application. Reward amounts and deadlines vary.
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United States Military Academy West Point

The U.S. Military Academy at West Point's mission is "to educate, train, and inspire the Corps of Cadets so that each graduate is a commissioned leader of character committed to the values of Duty, Honor, Country and prepared for a career of professional excellence and service to the Nation as an officer in the United States Army."
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Financial Aid, Scholarship, and Funding Resources

College Affordability Guidebook: https://www.accreditedschoolsonline.org/resources/guide-to-affordable-colleges/

Financial Aid for Online Colleges: https://www.affordablecollegesonline.org/financial-aid/financial-aid-for-online-colleges/

Scholarships, grants, and loans for students in Illinois: https://lendedu.com/blog/illinois-scholarships-grants-and-student-loans/

Teacher education– www.goldenapple.org/scholars

Metro East Pride of Southwestern Illinois, Inc. Pride Scholarship Application— metroeastpride@gmail.com.

ILLINOIS SOCIETY OF PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS ST. CLAIR CHAPTER 2021– 2022 SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION–

Scholarships for Minority Students and African-Americans:

www.affordablecollegesonline.org/financial-aid-for-minorities/

http://www.affordablecolleges.com/resources/scholarships-for-minorities/

www.blackexcel.org

https://www.learnhowtobecome.org/college/financial-aid-for-minority-students/

www.littleafrica.com

www.mrdothemath.wordpress.com/scholarships/

https://www.onlinecolleges.net/for-students/financial-aid-minorities/

https://www.tmcf.org/students-alumni/scholarships/open-scholarships/

Scholarships for Native American Students: https://www.accreditedschoolsonline.org/resources/native-american-scholarships-resources/

Best Colleges.com offers scholarships to seniors planning to pursue a career as a teacher. The website provides information about federal aid and loan forgiveness programs, grant opportunities for teachers, as well as information about numerous different scholarships for future teachers. For more information, visit the website at: http://www.bestcolleges.com/financial-aid/education-scholarships/.

College Prep Resources

Complete Guide to College Admissions: https://www.accreditedschoolsonline.org/resources/college-admissions-guide/

SAT Exam Resources: https://www.affordablecollegesonline.org/college-resource-center/sat-resource-guide/

ACT Testing Guidebook: https://www.learnhowtobecome.org/career-resource-center/act-prep-guide/

Resources for First Generation College Students: https://www.affordablecollegesonline.org/college-resource-center/first-generation-college-students/

Low-Income Student Guidebook: https://www.accreditedschoolsonline.org/resources/low-income-students/

Other Helpful Websites:

www.cappex.com/scholarships

www.careerinfonet.com

www.careersandcollege.com

www.cb.org/opportunity

www.chegg.com/scholarships