Scholarship listings for 2009-2010
by Tracie Voitik
March 07, 2010
SCHOLARSHIP LISTINGS FOR 2009-2010
Applications are available in the Guidance Office organized by the number listed above the scholarship.
Please check often for updates.
If there is a website listed on the scholarship, access the application via the website.
Updated as of 3-5-10
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Date: August 28, 2009
Program: Wendy’s High School Heisman
Award: Varies
Eligibility: Any high school senior who has at least a “B” average and has participated in at least one school-sponsored sport.
Application: www.wendysheisman.com
Deadline: October 1, 2009
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Date: September 1, 2009
Program: 2010 Prudential Spirit of Community Awards
Award: $1000 for the top youth volunteer in each state and
10 $5000 National Honorees
Eligibility: Excel at a community service (Girl Scouts, 4-H, American Red Cross, YMCA, Volunteer Center of the Points of Life Foundation & Volunteer Center National Network) For more information: http://spirit.prudential.com or www.principals.org/prudential
Deadline: Nov 2, 2009
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Date: September 21, 2009
Program: AES Engineering Scholarships
Award: $500 to the winner(s)
Eligibility: High school senior, Intend to earn a degree in
engineering, US citizen, B+ average, 90th % on ACT/SAT
www.aesengineers.com/scholarships.htm
Deadline: October 6, 2009
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Date: October 16, 2009
Program: National Society Daughters of the American Revolution
Award: Political Science, History, Government, and Economics Scholarships / Nursing School Scholarships / Medical Scholarships / Etc.
Eligibility: Varies
Contact: www.dar.org
Deadline: Varies
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Date: October 16, 2009
Program: Illinois Daughters of the American Revolution
Award: Varies with the scholarship - renewable
General and General Henry Dearborn
Eligibility: Must be planning to attend an Illinois College or University, Financial aid, grades, extracurricular activities, must be sponsored by contact listed below
Contact: Ruth Cheshareck @ 942-3972/Interview and Letter from the Alida C. Bliss Chapter in Morris
Deadline: February 1, 2010
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Date: October 16, 2009
Program: KFC Colonel’s Scholars
Award: $5000 per year
Eligibility: Graduating form HS this year (12/1/08 until 8/31/09), enrolling in a public college/university within their legal state of residence, US citizen, HS cumulative GPA of 2.75/4.0 of higher, pursuing a bachelor’s degree, financial need
Application: The online application will be available from Dec. 1, 2009 to Feb. 10, 2010, at www.kfcscholars.org.
Deadline: February 10, 200
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Date: October 16, 2009
Program: Gates Millennium Scholars
Award: Varies
Eligibility: African, Asian Pacific Islander or Hispanic American or American Indian who meets Federal Pell Grant eligibility, has at least a 3.3/4.0 GPA and has demonstrated leadership though community service or activities.
Application: www.gmsp.org
Deadline: January 11, 2010
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Date: October 16, 2009
Program: AXA Achievement Scholarship
Award: 42 - $10,000 State Winners
10 - $25,000 National Winners
Eligibility: Ambition and drive, Determination to set and reach goals, Respect for self, family and community, Ability to succeed in college
Application: www.axa-achievement.com
Deadline: December 15, 2009
9
Date: October 16, 2009
Program: Lincolnland Legend – Dollars for Scholars
Award: 19 - up to $12,000 State Winners
Eligibility: Submit an essay to honor a business or community leader who has made an impression and made a difference in the community.
Application: www.illinoisdollarsforscholars.org
Deadline: December 1, 2009
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Date: December 10, 2009
Program: Hintzsche Scholarship
Award: 6 - $1,000 Scholarships
Eligibility: Student going into an agriculture field such as ag business, ag economics, plant science/soil science, production agriculture, animal sciences, mechanics
“B” average
Enrolling in an accredited 2 or 4 year college, university, or vocational/technical school
Deadline: February 12, 2010
11
Date: November 5, 2009
Program: Mediacom Communications World Class Scholarship
Award: (50) $1000 scholarships
Eligibility: Graduating high school student attending accredited post-secondary institution and lives in the region serviced by the North Central Division of Mediacom
Academic achievement, Leadership, References of 2 teachers, Essay required
Application: www.mediacomworldclass.com
Deadline: Feb 10, 2010 (This scholarship needs a transcript. Turn it into the guidance office no later than February 3, 2010)
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Date: November 5, 2009
Program: GFWC Illinois Federation of Women’s Clubs
Award: $1000 Lorado Taft Art Scholarship
$500 Arthur Grant Smith Drama Scholarship
$1000 Hamiliton Ridge Music Scholarship
$300 Centennial Library Scholarship
$1000 Vocational Scholarship
$1000 Vina A. Miller International Affairs
Eligibility: Six scholarships are available for students interested in the field of Art, Drama, Music, Library Sciences, Vocational or International Affairs. Financial need, Must attend an Illinois College
Deadline: Must be postmarked by February 16, 2010 (Must turn into the guidance office by February 9, 2010 as it needs a transcript)
13
Date: November 5, 2009
Program: CBAI Foundation for Community Banking
Award: $1000 scholarship
Eligibility: Essay: “What I like most about my community bank.”
Deadline: Return to Grundy Bank by February 1, 2010
14
Date: December 2, 2009
Program: Cargill Community Scholarship
Award: $1000 to 350 high school seniors
Eligibility: Academic achievement and leadership in extracurricular and civic activities, Cargill employee signature on the application is required
Application: Online at www.cargill.com, keyword: scholarship
FFA Cargill Scholarship Hotline # 1-888-476-9332
Deadline: February 15, 2010
15
Date: December 2, 2009
Program: Kathryn G. Hansen Scholarship
Award: $500
Eligibility: High school senior graduating in the 2009-10 academic year pursing higher education in an office professional, secretarial, or business-related field within the state of Illinois
Deadline: February 12, 2010
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Date: December 2, 2009
Program: Fred W. Anderson Scholarship
Award: Varies; May Re-apply Each Year of College
Eligibility: MCHS Senior or Graduate and Have Need of Financial Aid
Deadline: February 15, 2010 - File FAFSA
March 5, 2010 - Application and Recommendations
April 21, 2010 - Student Aid Report
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Date: December 2, 2009
Program: Joe Corsello and Carol Prenzler Scholarship
Award: $500
Eligibility: Completed or will complete 6 terms of art or ceramics
Participated in art community activities
Participated in art competition
May major in any field
Deadline: March 5, 2010
18
Date: December 2, 2009
Program: Ortiz Eye and Hearing Associates
Award: $500 for a 2 or 4 year college
Eligibility: Major in a health related field
Essay explaining your career choice
Deadline: April 9, 2010
19
Date: December 2, 2009
Program: Robert Ciota Scholarship
Award: $1,000
Eligibility: Plan to attend a 4-year college
Exhibit academic ability
Good work ethic, and sound student citizen
Financial need is not a criterion
Deadline: April 9, 2010
20
Date: December 2, 2009
Program: Mueller School of Dance Performing Arts
Award: Scholarship amount to be determined
Eligibility: Participated in performing arts in high school or outside of high school - drama, vocal music, instrumental music, dance, cheerleading, and pom pons
Will major in performing arts at college
Deadline: April 9, 2010
21
Date: December 2, 2009
Program: “M” Club Scholarship
Award: Two $500 scholarships - to one boy and one girl
Eligibility: Active “M” Club member. Compete in his/her sport at the junior college or university level. Will not be receiving full compensation for college.
Deadline: April 9, 2010
22
Date: December 2, 2009
Program: Eugene L. Funk Scholarship
Award: $500.00
Eligibility: A “B” average through 2nd term of senior year
Acceptance at a four-year college
A need for financial aid
Deadline: April 9, 2010
23
Date: December 2, 2009
Program: The Spirit of "Fru" Scholarship
In memory of Thomas G. Fruland
Award: $500
Eligibility: Accepted at a Division III or smaller college
Compete in his/her sport
Good attendance and work habits
Deadline: April 9, 2010
24
Date: December 2, 2009
Program: James A. Muntefering, Jr. Memorial Scholarship
Award: $500 Scholarship
Eligibility: Same sport for 4 years; outstanding characteristics with no discipline referrals; will attend a junior college, technical school, or Division III college or
smaller; Must have a 3.5 GPA on a 5 point scale
Deadline: April 9, 2010
25
Date: December 2, 2009
Program: Exelon Nuclear - Dresden Generating Station
Award: $500
Eligibility: Two letters of recommendation and 300 word essay
on your positive high school experience
Major in technical, science or engineering at a 4-year
College, junior college, or technical school
Deadline: April 9, 2010
26
Date: December 2, 2009
Program: American Legion Post 294
Award: $1500-Joe B. Laughary College Scholarship
Eligibility: Based on financial need, scholarship, and personal goals
Deadline: March 5, 2010
27
Date: December 2, 2009
Program: Home for the Holidays Scholarship
Award: $1,000 Scholarship to a GAVC student
$1,000 Scholarship to a college-prep student
Eligibility: GAVC student who plans to attend college, junior college, or trade school College prep-student who plans to attend a 4-year college or a 2-year college
Completed and/or completing (3) community service projects
Deadline: March 5, 2010
28
Date: December 2, 2009
Program: WCSJ-WJDK Radio Scholarship
Award: $500
Eligibility: Applicant must be a member of the current MCHS senior class and on track to graduate and attend either a 2 or 4 year college/university/tech school during the next school year and intend to major in a broadcasting related field (journalism, engineering, programming, on-air)
Deadline: March 5, 2010
29
Date: December 2, 2009
Program: Mark McTague Scholarship
Award: $500 Scholarship
Eligibility: Senior at MCHS that has exhibited scholastic ability. The applicant must have shown sound personal work traits such as punctuality, personal initiative and positive study habits. Must provide two letters of recommendation. Financial need is not a factor.
Deadline: April 9, 2010
30
Date: December 2, 2009
Program: Akzo-Nobel Community Scholarship
Award: $1000 Scholarship to an MCHS student
Eligibility: Chemistry or Chemical Engineering Major
Strong scholastic ability in the Sciences
Sound student citizen
Deadline: April 9, 2010
31
Date: December 2, 2009
Program: Masonic Cedar Lodge #124 Scholarship
Award: $750
Eligibility: Display sound-personal traits at home, church, school, work, and outside activities
Rank in the upper 40% of class
Deadline: March 5, 2010
32
Date: December 10, 2009
Program: Variety of Scholarships for Joliet Junior College
Award: Over 400 Scholarships for part- and full-time students. Scholarships may be re-posted so check the web site frequently.
Application: www.jjc.edu/info/scholarships (Online Scholarship Tracking and Review System - STARS Online available from Jan 1, 2010 to April 1, 2010)
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Date: December 10, 2009
Program: Omicron Chapter of The Delta Kappa Gamma Society
Award: $775 – Omicron Recruitment Grant
Eligibility: Senior girl attending a high school in Grundy, LaSalle or Putman counties who is going into the field of education
Rank in the upper twenty-five percent of graduating class
Enrolling in an accredited college or university in Illinois
Application: www.deltakappagamma.org/IL Contact Norma Hedges at (815) 545-0448 or nahedges@Xnet.com with questions.
Deadline: January 6, 2010
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Date: December 22, 2009
Program: 1st Farm Credit Services
Award: 23-$750 scholarships
Eligibility: Graduating high school seniors who have been accepted into an agriculture-related curriculum at a university, college, or community college
Academic achievement, community and agricultural youth organization involvement and a brief essay
Application also available online at www.1stfarmcredit.com
Deadline: Received by February 10, 2010 (This scholarship needs a transcript. Turn it into the guidance office no later than February 3, 2009)
35
Date: December 22, 2009
Program: Scholar Milk Mustache of the Year (SAMMY 2008)
Award: 25 - $7500 College Scholarship
SAMMY Weekend at WDW – June 2009
Milk Mustache Ad
Eligibility: Academic Performance, Athletic Excellence, Leadership, Community Service
Application: Online – http://www.sammy.bodybymilk.com/
Deadline: March 5, 2010
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Date: January 11, 2010
Program: Illinois Elks
Award: Several $1,000 scholarships renewable
Eligibility: Major in pre-physical therapy, occupational therapy
Or therapy assistant program
B average – Academic qualifications, financial need,
personality and desire
Application: www.iea-ccc.info
Deadline: March 12, 2010
37
Date: January 12, 2010
Program: Illinois AMVETS Scholarships
Award: Varies
Eligibility: High school senior graduating in the 2009-10 academic year. Taken the ACT/SAT. Must have a satisfactory academic record.
Application: www.ilamvets.org
Deadline: Postmarked by March 1, 2010 (This scholarship needs a transcript. Turn it into the guidance office no later than February, 25 2010
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Date: January 11, 2010
Program: Illinois Division of Sons of Confederate Veterans
Award: $1000
Eligibility: Student must be a descendant of a male who served honorably in the Army, Navy, Judicial Executive or Civil Service of the Confederate States of America. 500 word essay, high school transcripts.
Deadline: Must be postmarked before March 15, 2010 (Turn into the Guidance Office no later than March 11, 2010)
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Date: January 12, 2010
Program: Morris Rotary Club Scholarship
Award: $1000
Eligibility: Sound personal traits in school, work, and community
Financial need and academic record are important selection criteria.
Interview required tentative date: April 15 around 7:00 P.M.
Deadline: March 25, 2010
40
Date: January 14, 2009
Program: The Illinois Odd Fellow-Rebekah Scholarship
Award: $500 and $1000
Eligibility: Financial Need
Application: www.ioof-il.org
Deadline: Postmarked before March 1, 2009
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Date: January 14, 2010
Program: 2010 Sam Walton Community Scholarship Program
Award: Non-renewable $1000 for the student’s first year of undergraduate study at an accredited college or university
Eligibility: The Student must be a graduating high school senior and may not be a Wal-Mart/Sam’s Club Associate, or be the child or legal dependent at a Wal-Mart/Sam’s Club Associate. Financial need a factor
Application: http://walmartstores.com/CommunityGiving/8736.aspx
Access Code – SWCS
Deadline: January 29, 2010
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Date: January 14, 2010
Program: Young Women in Public Affairs – Zonta Club of Joliet
Award: (1) $1000 and (1) $500
Eligibility: Female student who is a leader and active volunteer, two letters of recommendation, Essay
Application available on line at www.jolietzonta.com
Deadline: January 30, 2010
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Date: January 14, 2010
Program: Joliet Junior College Foundation Scholarship
Award: Tuition and fees credit for the academic year, up to a maximum of $2160, including the following summer semester
Eligibility: MCHS Senior who will be attending JJC full time
GPA of 4.0 (B average) or higher and minimum 21 on the ACT and complete the FAFSA
Deadline: On or before March 1, 2010 (Must be submitted by Feb. 24, 2010 as a transcript and counselor signature is needed)
44
Date: January 15, 2010
Program: Morris Theatre Guild’s Maurice Alford Scholarship
Award: $500
Eligibility: Career in theatre arts, speech, or communications (not journalism)
Deadline: Completed application (including essay and 2 letters of recommendation) must be submitted to the guidance office by March 8, 2010 to allow time to attach a current transcript. Application must be postmarked by March 15, 2010.
45
Date: January 15, 2010
Program: Morris Hospital Foundation and Auxiliary
Award: $1000 Foundation Scholarship
$1000 Carol Harrington Foundation Scholarship
3-$1000 Morris Hospital Auxiliary Scholarships
$1000 Morris Hospital Auxiliary Maxine Burroughs
Nursing Scholarship
Eligibility: For students who are engaged in a hospital related health care course of study.
Deadline: Return to the MCHS guidance office for official transcript by March 24, 2010. Must be postmarked by April 1, 2010.
46
Date: January 25, 2010
Program: Kenneth S. Hammer Award
Award: $1,000
Eligibility: Major in Education
Write a 300-word essay about your decision on
Becoming a teacher
Deadline: April 9, 2010
47
Date: January 25, 2010
Program: Township Officials of Illinois Scholarship Program
Award: 7 - $2000
Eligibility: B average, participation in Extracurricular and community activities, 500 word essay, 2 letters of recommendation, transcript, cover letter and completed application
Application: Pick up at Morris Township Office, 203 W. Washington St or call 942-0754
Deadline: March 1, 2010 (Must be submitted to the guidance office by Feb. 25, 2010 as it requires a transcript.)
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Date: January 25, 2010
Program: IL Lumber and Material Dealers Association
Award: Several scholarships ranging from $500 to $2,000
Eligibility: Major in building trades or related field at a 4-yr. college, junior college or trade school
Deadline: Submitted to the ILMDA by April 1, 2010
Must be submitted to MCHS guidance office by March 25, 2010 as official transcripts are needed!
49
Date: February 2, 2010
Program: Financial Plus Credit Union Scholarship Fund
Award: Four (4) $500
Eligibility: FPCU Member, Graduating High School Senior who will be enrolled as a full time student in an accredited college, university, or trade school, 3.5/5.0 GPA
Application: www.financialplus.org
Deadline: Returned to Financial Plus Credit Union by April 16, 2010
(Must be submitted to the guidance office by April 8, 2010 as it requires a transcript and needs 2 references.)
50
Date: February 3, 2010
Program: Grundy County Farm Bureau Foundation
Award: $500.00
Eligibility: Parents must be a member in good standing of the Grundy County Farm Bureau. Applicant must be accepted to a two or four-year college. Selection will be based on grades, honors, rank in class, ACT score and school and community activities. Must have two-letters of recommendation.
Deadline: Must be received by the Grundy County Farm Bureau by 4:00 March 19, 2010 (Must be submitted to the Guidance Office by March 15 as it requires a transcript)
51
Date: February 4, 2010
Program Morris Business and Professional Women
Award: $500
Eligibility: Senior-woman who will be majoring in the math or science field
Need, Scholarship, Character, and Indication of Future Success
Deadline: April 1, 2010 (Please return this to the guidance office by March 25, 2010 as it requires a transcript.)
52
Date: February 4, 2010
Program: Grundy County Soil & Water Conservation District
Award: $500
Eligibility: High school senior who lives in or attends school in Grundy County and plans on entering a natural resource/ conservation area or an agricultural related field.
Deadline: April 16, 2010
53
Date: February 10, 2010
Program: Illinois Heartland Decorative Artists
Award: $1000 Scholarship
Eligibility: 6 to 10 photos of artwork completed within the past 4 years; College art major
Deadline: Postmarked by March 30, 2010
54
Date: February 10, 2010
Program: Contractors Association of Will and Grundy Counties
Award: Varies
Eligibility: Applicant must be a son or daughter of an owner or full-time employee of a CAWGC company or the child of a Will/Grundy union building tradesman
Planning to attend college full time with a major in construction related curriculum such as construction management, architecture, engineering, interior design, etc.
Deadline: Return to the guidance office by April 23, 2010 for an official transcript. Applications and transcripts must be received at the CAWGC by April 30, 2010.
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Date: February 12, 2010
Program: Sean Valentine Memorial Scholarship
Award: $500
Eligibility: Participation in Art classes and community activities must attend either a two or four year college and receive a “C” average the first semester. Applicant does not need to be majoring in art.
Deadline: April 9, 2010
56
Date: February 11, 2010
Program: Grundy Area Vocational Center Scholarships
Award: Varies
Eligibility: Several scholarships are available for GAVC students to apply for. Each scholarship has its own criteria for applying. Most GAVC students qualify for at least one of these scholarships.
Application: www.gavc-il.org
Deadline: All scholarship applications are due to Mr. Hulbert, Assistant Director, by Friday, March 26th, 2010. (Turn in to MCHS Guidance by March 23, 2010 as most need a transcript)
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Date: February 23, 2010
Program: Rosie Paulson Memorial Scholarship
Award: $1000
Eligibility: Applicants must major in a health related field, show willingness to help others and demonstrate a positive attitude toward fellow students, teachers and staff.
Deadline: April 9, 2010
58
Date: February 23. 2010
Program: Martha A. Slyter Elementary Education Scholarship
Award: $1000
Eligibility: Current high school senior and resident of Grundy County that plans to enroll in a two-year or four-year university and major in elementary education. Must provide two letters of recommendation and high school transcript.
Deadline: Must be returned to the Regional Office by April 9, 2010. Please turn it into the Guidance Office no later than April 6, 2010 to process.
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Date: February 25, 2010
Program: Society of Women Engineers, Chicago Section
Award: $1500
Eligibility: Female applicant accepted in to an engineering or computer science program by an accredited college for the Fall 2010 semester and GPA above 3.0/4.0, essay, transcripts, and a letter of recommendation.
Application: www.swe.org/chicago/scholarship.html
Deadline: April 15, 2010 (Please submit to the Guidance Office by April 12, 2010 at a transcript is required)
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Date: March 3, 2010
Program: Illinois Sheriff’s Association Scholarship
Award: $500
Eligibility: Permanent Illinois Resident, Scholarship is for a full time student (2010-11) attending a school within the state of Illinois, Requires letter of recommendation, personal letter, and an essay
Application: www.ilsheriff.org
Deadline: Return to Guidance Office by April 8, 2010 (as it needs a transcript)
Postmarked by April 12, 2010
61
Date: March 4, 2010
Program: Morris High School Quarterback Club Scholarship
Award: $500
Eligibility: Any Morris High School senior football player who will be attending college next year.
Deadline: Must be submitted to the Morris Quarterback Club, PO Box 389, Morris, IL 60450 by April 9, 2010
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Date: February 4, 2010
Program: Morris Area Garden Club
Award: $250
Eligibility: Must be a graduating senior who plans to major in horticulture who will be enrolling in a vocational school or college, teacher recommendation and transcript.
Deadline: April 9, 2010 (Please return this to the guidance office by April 5, 2010 as it requires a transcript)
63
Date: April 27, 2009
Program: Mark Staehey Memorial Firefighter Scholarship
Award: $2000
Eligibility: Essay on your chosen major and what becoming a firefighter means to you.
Deadline: Postmarked by March 31, 2010
