Scholarship Central
View information on any of the Scholarships to see if you qualify and what you need to do to complete your applications. Checking this page weekly will ensure you are current. Most LOCAL scholarships are posted second semester each year. Remember! You can apply to scholarships on this site, but you should also look to see what scholarships your school of choice offers.
Scholarships are ordered by Deadline Dates to help keep you on track.
If for any reason there is a discrepancy that you notice or documents do not download correctly, please notify Mrs. Miranda immediately at mmiranda@gkschools.org to update that information.
SCHOLARSHIPS
2025 Genoa Chamber King & Queen Contest Scholarship App is now available!!
The Genoa Area Chamber of Commerce 2025 Genoa Days King & Queen Scholarship Contest Application is now available!! Please see info below:
Objective: It is the goal of the Genoa Area Chamber to promote two outstanding students of high moral standards and community commitment to reign over the Genoa Days Celebration, to serve as a role model for area youth and to enhance the image of Genoa to surrounding the communities. The candidates will be chosen based on the criteria below. This contest enables the candidates to compete for prize money the Chamber provides to be used for continuing education.
Available to: The scholarship is open to all graduating Genoa-Kingston seniors as well as homeschooled and parochial school students who are residents of Genoa and Kingston and who would otherwise fall in the CUSD Unit #424 District boundaries. It is available to students’ continuing education at a community college, 4-year university, technical college or trade school.
Candidate Determination: To be considered, candidates need to complete the following application and application insert and submit it on or before Wednesday, April 2nd to the High School Guidance Office. All completed applications will be reviewed and finalists will be notified.
Prizes: On Wednesday, May 28th, 2025 the first evening of Genoa Days at 8:00 p.m. on the main stage, the King & Queen will be announced and each will be awarded a minimum of $1000. The finalists will all receive $100. Participation: The King & Queen are encouraged to attend the Genoa Days Festivities, wearing their crowns, and all members of the court will be required to ride on the Chamber float in the Genoa Days parade on Saturday, May 31st, 2025.
If interested, download/print/fill out application to find out more, how to apply and what you need and turn into the Guidance Office by: April 2nd, 2025
2025 RESOURCE BANK CENTENNIAL SERVICE AWARD SCHOLARSHIP NOW AVAILABLE!
The 2025 Resource Bank Centennial Service Award Scholarship is now available for download/Print/submission. Please review the information to find out more, if you qualify, and what you need to submit with your application and how/where to submit your application. There is a fillable application and a printable application available. This scholarship is Due Friday April 4, 2025
2025 Resource Bank Centennial Service Award Printable Scholarship Application
Resource Bank Centennial Service Award Fillable Scholarship Application
THE GOLDEN APPLE SCHOLARS APPLICATION IS AVAILABLE!
We're on a mission to prepare the next generation of great teachers for Illinois schools, and we need your help! Can you let your students interested in becoming teachers know that the Golden Apple Scholars Program in Illinois is now accepting applications for the Class of 2025?
To assist you, we've prepared a concise one-pager, a social media graphic, and a sample message.
What Golden Apple Scholars Receive:
Up to $23,000 in financial assistance for college, inclusive of paid professional development
Extensive classroom teaching experience
Instruction from award-winning educators and expert partners
Academic and social-emotional support
Job placement assistance
Mentoring in first years of teaching
Eligibility Criteria:
Students attending Illinois schools who are high school seniors, college freshmen/sophomores and community college students
Illinois resident, U.S. citizens, eligible non-citizens, or Illinois Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) students
Note: Standardized test scores are optional this year and not required for acceptance.
Miscellaneous Scholarships-updated 1/13/2025
Deadline: Feb 01, 2025
$25,000
The "Be Bold" Scholarship is a no-essay scholarship that will be awarded to the applicant with the boldest profile. It takes less than 2 minutes to apply.To us, boldest does not mean "best", or "most accomplished". Being bold means being:EarnestDeterminedMovingThe scholarship will be awarded to the student whose profile is most bold, according to these characteristics.Furthermore, the scholarship will be...
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Deadline: Mar 31, 2025
$25,000
Niche can help with every step of the college search including paying for it. We're giving one student $25,000 to help cover tuition, housing, books and other college expenses — no essay required!High school seniors who apply can also be eligible to receive acceptance (and scholarship!) offers from our Niche Direct Admissions partner colleges.Apply for our $25,000 No Essay Scholarship...
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ScholarshipOwl No Essay Scholarship
Deadline: Jan 29, 2025
$1,000
ScholarshipOwl is your source of relief from the dreaded application process. We put students on the fast-track to success by providing direct access to the scholarships they need the most. Take the hassle out of financial aid and maximize your chance at a free ride in college. No matter how much funding you need for school, we have the opportunities...
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Faith Based College Scholarship
Deadline: May 31, 2025
$2,000
The Christian Connector offers various scholarship drawings for Christian/Faith Based colleges and universities. All of the information services provided by The Christian Connector are offered absolutely free!Eligibility:Students applying to the Faith Based College Scholarship must be current high school students (Class of 2025, 2026, 2027 or 2028) interested in attending a Christian/Faith Based university or college.About:The Christian Connector offers a...
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Scholarships360 "No Essay" Scholarship
Deadline: Jun 30, 2025
$10,000
The Scholarships360 $10,000 “No Essay” Scholarship is open to all students who want some extra help paying for their education. Whether you are a high school student who hopes to go to college, a graduate student who’s in a master’s program, or an adult learner who wants to return to school, you are eligible for our no essay scholarship.This scholarship...
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No Essay Scholarship by Sallie
Deadline: Jan 31, 2025
$2,000
The $2,000 No Essay Scholarship by Sallie is only open to legal residents of the 50 United States, the District of Columbia and any US Territory age 17 or older at the time of entry, and who meet one (1) of the four (4) following eligibility requirements at the time of entry:A parent who currently has a child enrolled in...
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Deadline: Jan 31, 2025
$1,001
The Lenny Scholarship offers $1,001 US to support young individuals aged 16 and above, enrolled in college and residing in the US or India. Automatic disqualification may occur for multiple applications.EligibilityYou must be a resident of the US or IndiaYou must be 16 years of age or olderYou must be enrolled in a college
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Deadline: Jan 31, 2025
$1,000
The Appily scholarship application is fast and easy.Scholarship Eligibility: This scholarship is open to high school sophomores, juniors, and first semester senior students for all majors and schools. We will judge this scholarship based on other criteria such as volunteer work, extracurricular activities, special circumstances, etc.About the sponsors of the scholarship (EAB and Appily):EAB is the market leader in helping colleges...
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Deadline: Apr 15, 2025
$1,000
Scholarship Eligibility:A) Anyone who is between the ages of 14-25 who will be attending school in the Fall of 2025.B) This scholarship is provided by StudentScholarships.org. In order to apply for our scholarship follow these instructions:1. Go to www.facebook.com/myscholarships and place a comment on any post you see answering the question:In 10 words or less, tell us why you deserve...
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Deadline: Jan 15, 2025
$2,500
There are two requirements for applicants:Applicants must be enrolled in a degree program in an accredited U.S. institution of higher learning during the academic year following the application date.Applicants must submit an application and essay explaining his or her career, academic and/or vocational goals.Applicants have until Jan. 15 to write an essay of not more than 550 words explaining their...
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Asian and Pacific Islander American Scholarship Program
Deadline: Jan 15, 2025
$20,000
Scholarships at APIA Scholars are open to AANHPI undergraduate students attending U.S.-accredited colleges or universities. Scholarship amounts range from $2,500 one-year awards to $20,000 multi-year awards. APIA Scholars has a special focus on supporting AANHPI students who live at or below the poverty line; are in the first generation of their family to attend college; are representative of the AANHPI...
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Washington Crossing Foundation Scholarship
Deadline: Jan 15, 2025
$5,000
The Board of Trustees is pleased to announce the annual National Washington Crossing Foundation Scholarship Awards for students completing twelfth grade (or final high school year) in 2025 who are planning careers in government service. Scholarship applicants must be citizens of the United States. The Trustees and Members of the Foundation, mindful of the significance of the important event in...
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Dolly Parton Songwriters Award
Deadline: Jan 15, 2025
$20,000
The Dolly Parton Songwriters Award is an annual, nationwide competition open to aspiring songwriters. The awards can be used as a career grant for study, instrument purchase, recording costs, or other professional expenses and are not restricted to tuition costs. Founding endowments include a lead gift from Sony Music Publishing's Rusty Gaston as well as a contribution from country superstar...
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United States JCI Senate Foundation Scholarships
Deadline: Jan 17, 2025
$1,500
Each year, the U.S. Junior Chamber International (JCI) Senate Foundation grants $1,500 scholarships to graduating high school seniors who plan to continue their education at an accredited post-secondary college or university. Scholarships of $1,000 will be awarded to graduating high school seniors who plan to attend an accredited vocational or industrial school. The number of grants awarded annually is at...
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Profile in Courage High School Awards
Deadline: Jan 17, 2025
$10,000
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...
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Deadline: Jan 20, 2025
$5,000
StudentCam is C-SPAN's annual national video documentary competition that encourages students to think critically about issues that affect our communities and our nation.In this presidential election year, we're asking students in grades 6-12 to create a short (5-6 minute) video documentary on a topic that relates to the competition theme, "Your Message to the President."The submission deadline for all entries...
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Deadline: Jan 20, 2025
$200,000
Scholarships and other monetary support are available to help with costs when you join Army Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC). Focus on your education and graduate into a secure path as an Army Officer—and with less debt for the school years your scholarship covers. You’re eligible if you are a high school student enrolling in college, enrolled in college, or...
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Deadline: Jan 23, 2025
$50,000
The Edison Scholars Program recognizes students who want to be makers of tomorrow — the dreamers, inventors, guardians and pioneers — those who dare to be great.Edison International will award $50,000 college scholarships to 30 high school seniors to help them follow their dreams in science, technology, engineering or math (STEM) and empower them to change the world.This is a...
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Deadline: Jan 24, 2025
$10,000
WHO IS ELIGIBLE?Students currently enrolled and matriculated in a state-approved nursing program leading to an associate degree, baccalaureate, diploma, direct-entry master’s degree; or enrolled in an RN to BSN completion, RN to MSN completion, or LPN/LVN to RN program;Matriculation means the student has applied to and has been admitted into a state-approved nursing program. (Students must graduate after July 1,...
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Breanna Coleman Memorial Nursing Scholarship
Deadline: Jan 24, 2025
$5,000
Breanna Coleman was one of five people lost in a car accident late in the night on June 25th, 2023.Breanna was only 18 years old and had just graduated from Gateway High School, completed her Dual Enrollment requirements, and was set to begin the nursing program at the University of North Florida in Jacksonville, Florida, in the Fall. Bre had...
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Deadline: Jan 29, 2025
$20,000
This page is a section-by-section overview of the application for the undergraduate Boren Scholarships. Program design and strong essays are critical to a successful application, so be sure to review the sections on Selecting an Eligible Study Abroad Program and writing the Essays.Applicants should notify their Boren Awards campus representative as early as possible in the application process. They have...
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Sydell L. Miller | Total Image Esthetics Scholarship
Deadline: Jan 31, 2025
$7,500
Sydell Miller was the first beauty industry executive to believe “beauty didn’t stop at the hairline.” Her Total Image Consulting Program was the Salon Owner’s guide to success in professional esthetics. If you believe in “Total Image” beauty and love skincare and cosmetics this is the scholarship category for you. Learn about Sydell’s career highlights here.ScholarshipTwo (2) Tuition Scholarships, up...
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Material Handling Education Foundation Scholarship Program
Deadline: Jan 31, 2025
$6,000
The Material Handling Education Foundation, Inc. (www.mhefi.org) is an independent charitable organization that was established in 1976 with a mission to engage and attract students to the material handling, logistics and supply chain industry by providing financial support. Since 1976, our programs have supported over 1,000 students and educators seeking pathways to quality educational programs and fulfilling careers. The Foundation...
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National Eagle Scout Association Scholarships
Deadline: Jan 31, 2025
$50,000
The National Eagle Scout Association is proud to offer scholarships that can help you continue your educational adventure.EligibilityEagle Scouts must be a member of the National Eagle Scout Association (NESA) to apply.Eagle Scouts may apply for NESA scholarships beginning in their senior year of high school through their junior year in an undergraduate program or by the halfway point of...
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Deadline: Jan 31, 2025
$5,000
The NurseThink Scholarship supports students enrolled in master's and doctoral nursing programs at AACN member institutions who have a desire to become future nurse faculty. The scholarship is open to all students who are members of the Graduate Nursing Student Academy.To apply, students must complete an online application, provide demographic information and details on their academic achievement, and submit a...
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Deadline: Jan 31, 2025
$10,000
Since its inception in 1992, more than 450,000 students from across the United States and Canada have participated in Toshiba/NSTA ExploraVision. It’s a fun and engaging program that can inspire a lifelong love of science, technology and innovation for students and teachers alike.What is ExploraVision?The ExploraVision competition for K-12 students engages the next generation in real-world problem-solving with a strong...
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Deadline: Jan 31, 2025
$70,000
The Barry Goldwater Scholarship and Excellence in Education Foundation was established by Congress in 1986 to serve as a living memorial to honor the lifetime work of Senator Barry Goldwater, who served his country for 56 years as a soldier and statesman, including 30 years in the U.S. Senate.By providing scholarships to college sophomores and juniors who intend to pursue...
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Deadline: Feb 01, 2025
$40,000
The 2025 Tillman Scholar application for the 2025-2026 academic year will open on Dec. 1 2024 and close on Feb. 1 2025. To stay up to date on information regarding the 2025 application, please join our prospective scholar mailing list below.The Pat Tillman Foundation identifies remarkable military service members, veterans and spouses, empowering them with academic scholarships, lifelong leadership development...
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Society of Manufacturing Engineers Scholarship
Deadline: Feb 01, 2025
$20,000
For more than 40 years, the SME Education Foundation has been a leader in supporting the next generation of manufacturing and engineering talent. Our scholarship program awards millions of dollars to hundreds of graduating high school seniors and current college students pursuing an associate or bachelor’s degree in manufacturing, engineering or related discipline.With more than 60 distinct scholarship programs, the...
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ASLA Council of Fellows Scholarships
Deadline: Feb 01, 2025
$10,000
This scholarship fund was established by the ASLA Council of Fellows in 2004 to: 1) aid outstanding students who would not otherwise have an opportunity to continue a professional degree program due to unmet financial need; 2) increase the interest and participation of economically disadvantaged and under-represented populations in the study of landscape architecture; and 3) enrich the profession of...
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Deadline: Feb 02, 2025
$5,000
The Media Plan Case Competition represents the cornerstone of the Washington Media Scholars Foundation. It challenges students to think strategically and dive into the deep-end of marketing impressions, numbers and budgets.The Media Scholars Media Plan Case Competition is a multi-round competition for students to compete on a national level. The finalists receive an all-expenses-paid, week-long professional development experience in Washington...
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Elks National Foundation Legacy Awards
Deadline: Feb 03, 2025
$4,000
Legacy Awards are $4,000 scholarships available to children and grandchildren of Elks members. Eligibility requirements are outlined below.Who is Eligible?For the 2025 contest, any child or grandchild (or step-child, step-grandchild, or legal ward) of a living Elk who joined the Order on or before April 1, 2022, or a charter member of a Lodge that was instituted on or after...
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McDonald's HACER National Scholarship
Deadline: Feb 06, 2025
$100,000
To date, more than $33 million in McDonald’s HACER® National Scholarships have been awarded to Hispanic and Latino students across the country. The McDonald's HACER® National Scholarship Program offers scholarships to up to 30 outstanding students from all over the country. It continues to provide educational opportunities to help narrow the gap that exists for Hispanic and Latino college-bound students,...
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Deadline: Feb 07, 2025
$10,000
A Clarkston Scholar is a highly-driven, first-generation college student who excels in the classroom, has an interest in consulting or the industries Clarkston serves, and has demonstrated financial need. The Clarkston Scholars Program will provide one sophomore attending a four-year college/university undergraduate program at a qualifying school a $10,000 scholarship award ($5,000 per year for junior and senior year). The...
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Deadline: Feb 12, 2025
$100,000
We award $50,000, $25,000 and $10,000 scholarships to gifted and high-achieving students, 18 years old or under, who have completed a significant piece of work.The 2025 application is now available!The application process has two parts! The initial portion asks for a brief description of the project/portfolio to ensure eligibility. The second part of the application is where you input your...
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Deadline: Feb 17, 2025
$20,000
Apply for up to $20,000 in scholarships to attend the two- or four-year college, trade school or graduate school of your choice for the 2024-2025 academic year.Award Amounts$2,500$5,000$20,000$10,000Eligibility requirementsI’ve graduated from high school, earned my high school equivalency/GED, or will graduate from high school in May 2025I’m enrolling in an accredited trade school, college or graduate school for the Fall...
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Vegetarian Resource Group Scholarships
Deadline: Feb 20, 2025
$10,000
Due to the generosity of an anonymous donor, The Vegetarian Resource Group each year will award $30,000 in college scholarship money to graduating U.S. high school students who have promoted vegetarianism in their schools and/or communities. Vegetarians do not eat meat, fish, or fowl. Vegans are vegetarians who do not use other animal products such as dairy or eggs.One award...
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ELCA Fund for Leaders Scholarships
Deadline: Feb 21, 2025
$5,000
Fund for Leaders has been offering scholarships for students at ELCA seminaries who are pursuing rostered ministry in the ELCA since 2000. In the 2024-2025 academic year alone, the fund will provide nearly $3.1 million in scholarships to 350 ELCA seminary students.Eligibility and selection criteria vary across the different types of scholarships available. The ELCA Fund for Leaders Direct Full-Tuition Scholarship...
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Coast Guard Exchange Scholarship Program
Deadline: Feb 28, 2025
$2,000
Recognizing the value of education and the benefits it brings to the Coast Guard Family, the Coast Guard Exchange (CGX) Scholarship Program was established to provide additional financial resources to dependent children of Coast Guard personnel embarking on undergraduate college/university studies. Annually a $2,000 scholarship is awarded to the outstanding applicants on a one-time basis. The number of scholarships granted each...
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Fred M. Young Sr. Engineering Scholarship
Deadline: Feb 28, 2025
$1,000
The Young Radiator Co. established this scholarship in memory of the company's founder, Fred M. Young Sr. who started the company in 1927 and saw it grow to become a major force in the field of heat transfer. He had a high regard for the value of engineering in terms of its contribution to the success of society and the...
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Deadline: Mar 01, 2025
$5,000
Every year SEMA helps students pay for their college tuition and SEMA Members pay off their student loans. Students from all academic and technical disciplines that lead to careers in the automotive industry are welcome to apply!Awards distributed in July.What are the Scholarship eligibility criteria?Be a high school senior or 18 years of age at the time of submission.U.S. or...
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Deadline: Mar 01, 2025
$2,500
As the world becomes increasingly reliant on the innovations and discoveries made in STEM industries, it is crucial to continue STEM excellence by supporting a diverse and inclusive workforce.Limited gender diversity in many STEM fields limits the perspectives and ideas brought to the table. Continuing to grow and improve all areas of STEM requires uplifting and empowering women so they...
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American Chemical Society Scholars Program
Deadline: Mar 01, 2025
$5,000
The ACS Scholars Program is open to:U.S. citizens or a legal permanent U.S. residents (please inquire via email if you have questions regarding asylum or DACA status)African descent or Black, Hispanic or Latina/Latino/Latinx, or Indigenous (e.g. Native American, Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, Alaskan Native) (please see below for more details)Graduating high school seniors or college freshmen, sophomores or juniors. Seniors...