Scholarships are listed by month according to deadlines for submission. Please keep in mind that the more scholarships you apply for, the more scholarships you may receive. Make sure you are reading the scholarship eligibility criteria carefully before applying.
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JTHS District Scholarships are now available! All scholarship applications are due by
Friday, March 26 unless otherwise noted on scholarship criteria.
Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation
https://webportalapp.com/sp/login/ccsf and Coco-Cola Scholarship Flyer
Amount: $20,000
Closing Date: October 31, 2020
Description:
Stokes Educational Scholarship Program
https://studentscholarships.org/scholarship/9447/stokes_educational_scholarship_program_scholarship.php
Amount: $30,000 - 10 Awards
Closing Date: October 31, 2020
Description: The Stokes Educational Scholarship Program is a tremendous opportunity to gain valuable experience in your field while attending college and earning a degree. The Stokes Program is open to high school seniors, particularly minority students, planning to major in computer science or computer/electrical engineering.
With the Stokes Program, you will attend college full-time, then work during the summer at NSA's HQ in Fort Meade, Maryland for a minimum of 12 weeks in areas related to your course of study. You will acquire real world experience and receive a salary year-round. Best yet, after you graduate college, you won't have to go through the job search hassle - a position will be waiting for you in your area of study in the exciting world of NSA.*
Computer Science
NSA computer scientists work in areas such as applications programming, computer security and graphics, and the design and implementation of software involving database management systems, real-time systems, networking and distributed processing systems.
Computer/Electrical Engineering
The challenges and experiences in these areas range from pure and applied research, design, development and testing to project management and systems analysis. You will be involved in projects that focus on communication systems, computer security and networking, microprocessor applications, software engineering and optics.
*By participating in the Stokes Educational Scholarship Program, you are agreeing to work for NSA for at least 1.5 times the length of study upon graduation.
Benefits
A) Tuition and mandatory fees up to $30,000 per year
B) Year-round salary while attending college
C) Housing and travel entitlements during summer employment (if the distance between NSA and the school exceeds 75 miles)
D) Paid time off / health & life insurance / federal retirement plan
Nitro Scholarship
https://studentscholarships.org/scholarship/17688/nitro_scholarship_scholarship.php
Amount: $2,000 - 12 Awards
Closing Date: October 31, 2020
Description: A student who is currently enrolled as a high school senior or in an accredited college or university located within the United States;
A parent who currently has a child enrolled in an accredited college or university located within the United States; A parent who currently has a child enrolled as a high school senior located within the United States; A student or a parent whose child has graduated from an accredited undergraduate school (a "School) and who is currently paying back a student or parent loan for his/her/child's educational expenses for such School ("Entrant").
Be Bold Scholarship
https://studentscholarships.org/scholarship/17251/be_bold_scholarship_scholarship.php
Amount: $10,000
Closing Date: October 31, 2020
Description: To us, boldest does not mean "best", or "most accomplished". Being bold means being:
A) Earnest
B) Determined
C) Moving
The scholarship will be awarded to the student whose profile is most bold, according to these characteristics. Furthermore, the scholarship will be unique in that it will favor students who apply earlier-who are bold and seize the day without procrastinating.
CARiD Scholarship Programhttps://studentscholarships.org/scholarship/11172/carid_scholarship_program_scholarship.php
Amount: $50,000- 200 Awards
Closing Date: October 31, 2020
Description: CARiD is giving away $1,000 to offset your educational expenses for college! Just getting the essentials can add up quickly and CARiD wants to help - books, food, backpacks, some sweet spinners for your commuter vehicle, or whatever else you need to get ready for school! Most importantly - CARiD believes in higher education and wants to help you achieve your goals!
Rumba Meats & USHLI Partner to Award $25,000 in Scholarships
https://www.ushli.org/2020/09/01/rumba-meats-ushli-partner-to-award-25000-in-scholarships/
Amount: $25,000
Closing Date: November 30, 2020
Description: Rumba Meats, part of the Cargill family of brands, helps the Hispanic community celebrate their culture and preserve their heritage through food. Through a partnership with United States Hispanic Leadership Institute, Rumba is awarding 25 post-secondary academic scholarships of $1,000 each and helping empower today’s Hispanic youth to become tomorrow’s leaders.
2021 Prudential Spirit of Community Awards
https://spirit.prudential.com
Closing Date: November 10, 2020
Description: Are you a middle level or high school student making a difference through volunteering? Apply today for national recognition, a scholarship and an invitation to the program's national recognition events!
The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards honors students in grades 5-12 for making meaningful contributions to their communities through volunteer service.
Applications are now open for 2021 awards. Here's how it works:
Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps Scholarship
https://www.netc.navy.mil/NSTC/NROTC/
Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps Informational Flyer
Closing Date: December 14, 2020
Description:
Basic eligibility requirements:
ACT SAT
Math = 21 Math = 540
English = 22 Critical Reading = 550
Combined 44 Combined 1100
Golden Apple Scholars Program
Application: Golden Apple Scholars Application
Closing Date: December 15, 2020
Description: 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. We prepare you for immediate and lasting success in the most challenging teaching environments.
Golden Apple Scholars Receive:
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:
STANDARDIZED TEST SCORES:
Standardized test scores are optional and not required for acceptance to the Golden Apple Scholars Program. The review committee will closely review the strength of course selection, G.P.A., grade trending, personal statements and overall involvement for students wishing not to submit test scores.
Students accepted into the Scholars program must submit test scores after induction to assist in research purposes.
Home school students are required to submit test scores for application review.
Hispanic Heritage Foundation 2020 Youth Awards
www.HispanicHeritage.org
Closing Date: December 6, 2020
Description: High school student will receive Education Grants and be celebrated as Latinx leaders in their communities.
Eligibility:
Silver Cross Healthy Community Commission 2021-2022 Healthcare Scholarship
Silver Cross Scholarship Application
Application Requirements and Additional Information
Closing Date: January 15, 2021
Description: The Silver Cross Healthy Community Commission is pleased to offer health care scholarships for individuals who reside in zip codes 60432, 60433, 60436, and 60441 Fairmont Area located in Incorporated Lockport Township.
The purpose of the scholarships is to provide financial assistance to those individuals pursuing a course of instruction for healthcare related programs.
Scholarships may be used for tuition, books, and school fees. Completed applications are due by January 15, 2021.
Bradley University Scholarship for Incoming Family & Consumer Sciences Students
https://bit.ly/33OYmJE and Bradley University Scholarship Flyer
Amount: $4,000
Closing Date: January 22, 2021
Description: The Department of Family and Consumer Sciences (FCS) at Bradley University is pleased to announce that two FCS f reshmen will be awarded Arnold/Wheeler scholarships in the Fall of 2020. Each awardee will become either a “C. C. Wheeler Scholar” or a "Mildred Arnold Scholar," with an accompanying annual scholarship of $4,000. Each scholarship award may be renewed annually for up to four years, provided the student maintains a minimum GPA of 3.00 and completes the scholarship requirements each semester.
A letter of intent containing: 1) your reason for choosing Bradley FCS and intended major, 2) a brief description of your research experience or research that interests you, 3) discussion of your strengths as a student, and 4) an example of one of your weaknesses and how you address it.
A summary of an exemplary project OR sample of an academic paper A resume which includes: 1) your name, 2) phone number, 3) email address, 4) GPA, 5) SAT scores, and 6) a list of leadership positions and/or extracurricular activities during high school. One letter of recommendation addressing potential for independent scholarly work. An official copy of your high school transcript.
TEACH Outdoors Scholarship
www.teachoutdoors.org and TEACH Outdoors Scholarship Application
Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: January 15, 2021
Description: Applicants must meet the following criteria:
2021-2022 Children of Veterans Tuition Waiver
2021-2022 Children of Veterans Tuition Application
https://osfa.illinois.edu/
Closing Date: January 5, 2021
Description: The application for the 2021-2022 Children of Veterans Tuition Waiver is now available online. Please refer to our website, osfa.illinois.edu. The applicant will need to print out the application and mail it to our office with the required documents. A copy of the application is also attached to this e-mail.
The Children of Veterans Tuition Waiver is a four-year in-state tuition waiver at the University of Illinois. The recipient may use his/her Children of Veterans Tuition Waiver at any of the University of Illinois campuses (Urbana-Champaign, Chicago, Health Sciences Center, or Springfield).
One award is available per conflict in each county, but the maximum number of awards per county is three. The following are eligible conflicts for this award: World War II, the Korean Conflict, the Vietnam Conflict, the Siege of Beirut, the Grenada Conflict, the Southwest Asia Conflict, Operation Enduring Freedom, and Operation Iraqi Freedom. Specific information regarding the required service dates and medal eligibility is provided on the application itself. The application also outlines the selection criteria that will be used to determine award winners.
The priority deadline is January 5, 2021. Candidates must submit the completed application with photocopies of both the veteran parent's service papers (DD Form 214) and the student's ACT or SAT scores to our office.
All candidates will be notified by mail on or around February 24, 2021 whether they have been selected to receive the Children of Veterans Tuition Waiver. We appreciate your continued assistance in providing applications and information about the Children of Veterans Tuition Waiver to students.
Zonta Club - Young Women in Public Affairs Award 2021
https://www.jolietzonta.org/
Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: February 16, 2021
Description: The Zonta Club of Joliet is proud to award three $1,000 scholarships to young women in the community through the Young Women in Public Affairs Award. Applicants must be 16 to 19 years old and plan to attend a college or university.
The goal of the Zonta International Young Women in Public Affairs (YWPA) Award Program is to encourage young women to participate in public affairs by recognizing a commitment to the volunteer sector, evidence of volunteer leadership achievements and a dedication to empowering women worldwide through service and advocacy. In order for more women to be represented in key decision making positions worldwide, we must encourage young women to pursue careers or seek leadership positions in public policy making, government and volunteer organizations and further their education with these aims in view. "Public affairs" refers to all aspects of community life where decisions have to be made about issues which relate to and affect those communities in which people work and live.
The application form can be found online at jolietzonta.org. Applications must be hard copy and mailed via USPS. They should be sent to Zonta Club of the Joliet Area, c/o JoAnn Potenziani, 612 Western Ave., Joliet, IL 60435-7040. The application deadline is February 16, 2021.
Future of Stem Scholars Initiative (FOSSI) Scholarship
Scholarship Application and Additional Information
Amount: $40,000
Closing Date: February 15, 2021
Description: Applicants must meet the following criteria:
Will County Center for Community Concerns Scholarship
WCCC Scholarship Application
Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: February 22, 2021
Description:
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Thank you for your interest in the Community Services Block Grant Scholarship program. The maximum available per student this calendar year is $1,000.00. Payments will be made directly to your school. If you are approved for this scholarship, you will receive a notification letter which you take to your school so that they may bill the Agency. General information about scholarship recipients is used for publicity purposes. A publicity release certification is included right above the signature line on the enclosed application form. In order to be considered for the Scholarship Program, you must provide the following documents in the attachment. Incomplete applications will not be considered. If you have any questions please contact the office before submitting your application to ensure you are gathering all needed documentation.
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Leopold Education Project Scholarship
https://www.cfnil.org/scholarships/soil-and-water-stewardship-scholarship
Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: February 15, 2021
Description:
The Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarship
Jackie Robinson Scholarship Application
Amount: $30,000
Closing Date: February 1, 2021
Description: The Jackie Robinson Foundation provides four-year scholarships of $30,000 and extensive support services, including career guidance and internship placement, to highly motivated African American students who have maintained a 98% college graduation rate.
To be eligible for a Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarship, an applicant must:
Contractors Association of Will and Grundy Counties Scholarship
Contractors Association Application and Contractors Association Flyer
Closing Date: March 12, 2021
Description: Applicants must be a son/daughter of an owner or applicant must be a son/daughter of a full-time employee of a CAWGC member company or a son/daughter of a Will/Grundy union building tradesman..
Learning Disabilities Association of Illinois (LDA) Post -Secondary Student Scholarship
LDA Application
www.ldaillinois.org
Amount: $500
Closing Date: March 3, 2021
Description: Applicant must be a resident of Illinois. The applicant must show evidence of a psychological evaluation and /or an Individual Education Program which indicates that the applicant was diagnosed as having a specific learning disability and received or currently is receiving services.
Delta Sigma Theta Inc. Scholarship
http://jassacdeltas.awardspring.com/
Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: March 31, 2021
Description: Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Joliet/Area South Suburban Alumnae Chapter is pleased to announce our annual Academic Scholarship Award Program. This scholarship award is designed to identify and provide financial assistance to students of color aspiring to further their education. For over 40 years, JASSAC has been dedicated to the educational development of high school students. In the last ten years, we have awarded scholarships totaling over $160,000 to graduating high school seniors.
Each student selected by the Scholarship Committee will receive a scholarship no less than $1,000. In order for a student to be eligible, he or she must be enrolled in a high school in a "604" or "608" South Suburban zip code. The student must also be a graduating senior, a person of color, and have a minimum of a 2.75-grade point average on a 4.0 scale (3.75-grade point average on a 5.0 scale).
Scholarship applications, Community and Jane Hall Bowman, are now being accepted – now through March 31, 2021, at 11:59 pm.
The Palumbo Family Foundation and Scholarship Program
www.palumbofoundation.org
Closing Date: March 31, 2021
Description: Scholarships are open to all high school seniors, students with GED diplomas, undergraduate (2 yr or 4 yr) college students, and students at vocational or trade schools who meet the program requirements. Applicants must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher, an annual adjusted gross family income of $61,500 or less, and residence in Illinois’ Cook, Dupage, Kane, Lake, or Will counties for at least six months. Click here to view current eligibility requirements.
Amazon’s Black Employee Network (BEN) Scholarship
https://learnmore.scholarsapply.org/amazonBEN/
Closing Date: March 4, 2021
Description:
Tealight Foundation, Incorporated Scholarship
Tealight Foundation, Incorporated Scholarship
Closing Date: April 16, 2021
Description: Multiple scholarship opportunities available - See the attached for more information.
Chicago Coalition For The Homeless 2021 Scholarship
https://www.chicagohomeless.org/scholarships/
Chicago Coalition For The Homeless 2021 Scholarship Flyer
Amount: $3,500
Closing Date: April 30, 2021
Description: A high school senior who will graduate from a Chicago or suburban high school during the 2020-21 school year, by June of 2021 who has experienced homelessness, living in a shelter, on the street, or doubled-up in someone else's home. This must be verified on a document signed by the applicant's homeless school liaison or service/shelter provider.
The Links South Suburban Chicago Chapter Scholarship
Link Scholarship Application
Amount: $2,000
Closing Date: April 6, 2021
Description: The South Suburban Chicago (IL) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated is awarding four renewable $2,000 scholarships for the academic year beginning, September 2021. We are seeking African American students whose academic performance is a “B” or better and have financial need. We kindly ask that you encourage any students meeting this criterion to apply.
The Links, Incorporated is an International volunteer service organization of concerned, committed, and talented women. The organization is linked in friendship, and service to enhance the quality of life in the larger community. There are over 16,000 members in 292 chapters. Through our National Foundation we have donated over $170,000 in scholarships to some very promising students in the South Suburbs.
Our organizational goals are met through five program facets: National Trends and Services; International Trends and Services; The Arts; Services to Youth; and Health and Human Services. Our programs are designed to meet the needs of the most powerless
individuals and families in our communities.
Enclosed you will find our scholarship PDF application, and selection criteria. Please feel free to distribute these forms to all eligible candidates. All applications, recommendations, personal essays, proof of financial need, and transcripts can be Emailed or mailed, but must be received, or postmarked by April 6, 2021.
Gwendolyn Lee -gllinks@aol.com
The South Suburban Chicago Chapter of The Links, Inc.
P.O. Box 68
Matteson, IL 60443
OMEGA PSI PHI FRATERNITY, INC. NU PI CHAPTER Joliet, IL Dr. Charles Kennedy and Floyd A. Eskridge Jr.
Omega PSI PHI Fraternity Scholarship Application
Amount: $1,000 (Six Scholarships for JTHS Students)
Closing Date: April 3, 2021
Description: Students are eligible to be considered for a Dr. Charles Kennedy and Floyd A. Eskridge Jr. Scholarship if they meet all of the following criteria:
Joliet Rotary Scholarships
Joliet Rotary Scholarship Application
Amount: $1,000 (Six Scholarships for JTHS Students)
Closing Date: April 23, 2021
Description: The Rotary Club of Joliet is seeking applications from students in the Joliet school district for six $1,000 scholarships. These scholarships may be used for tuition only at any accredited college or university.
The scholarship application includes essay questions about the extracurricular and volunteer activities, college and career goals. In 1989, “Service Above Self” was established as the principal motto of the Rotary International because it best conveys the philosophy of unselfish volunteer service. The student applications will be asked to describe how they incorporate “Service” into their everyday life and why they feel it is important to do so.
Students who attend Joliet Catholic Academy, Joliet Township High School, Central Campus, and Joliet Township High School, West Campus are eligible to apply.
The deadline for submission is Friday, April 23, 2021. Completed scholarship applications should be mailed to: Rotary Club of Joliet, Attention: Mrs. Jen Howard, Past President/Chairman of the Scholarship Committee, 116 N Chicago St., Suite 110, Joliet, 60432. It must be postmarked on or before April 23, 2021.
Recipients will be honored at the regular luncheon meeting of the Rotary Club of Joliet via Zoom.
American Italian Cultural Society Four Year Scholarship
www.americanitalian.org
American Italian Scholarship Application
Closing Date: May 14, 2021
Description: Academic Excellence; Participation in volunteering and extracurricular activities including work experiences; Promotion of Italian culture and values; and writing ability.
See the attached for more information and to apply.
Alianza de Negocios Education Scholarship
Alianza de Negocios Education Scholarship Application 2021
Closing Date: May 3, 2021
Description: Alianza de Negocios (Alianza) of the Joliet Region Chamber of Commerce and Industry has a $2,000 scholarship available for 2studentsat each of the three Joliet High School Campuses (Joliet West High School, Joliet Central High School, and Joliet Catholic Academy). Alianza has established the scholarship fund to assist all 2021 graduating seniors in furthering their post-secondary education at either a two or four year, accredited college or university or vocational/trade school.
The scholarship fund is supported by fundraising and contributions from the members of the Joliet Community and Joliet Region Chamber of Commerce & Industry. The application deadline is May 3, 2021. Scholarship recipients will be notified by July 5, 2021. Scholarship funds may be applied to tuition, books or fees and will be mailed directly to your educational institution
Temple Hoyne Buell Memorial Scholarship
Temple Hoyne Buell Memorial Application Temple Hoyne Buell Memorial Flyer
Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: May 15, 2021
Description: This scholarship is open to incoming freshmen men who will be attending the University of Illinois. They should exhibit the values of Chi Psi Fraternity which is committed to the growth of individuals in an environment which nurtures integrity, dignity and maturity.
JJC Scholarships
www.jjc.edu/scholarships
Date: May 1, 2021
Description:
The scholarship application site is called Award Spring. It is a quick and user-friendly site to apply for JJC scholarships. Students interested in applying can visit www.jjc.edu/scholarships. Prior to applying for scholarships, students will need to apply to Joliet Junior College in order to obtain a student identification number and JJC email address.
Students may apply between February 1, 2021 through May 1, 2021 for scholarship awards for the Fall 2021 semester.
Joliet Junior College offers over 700 scholarships, many of which are for incoming freshman. Last year, students were awarded more than $757,000 in scholarships from the JJC Foundation.
Organization of Latinos at Exelon (OLE) 2020 Scholarship
https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/784d4892cd234d5db51cffde425ae9b9
Amount: $2,000
Closing Date: June 15, 2020
Description: The Organization of Latinos at Exelon (OLE) is seeking applicants for its 2020 scholarship.
This year $2,000 scholarships will be awarded to each recipient. This scholarship is awarded to high school seniors or college freshman who have been involved in their communities, held leadership positions, and demonstrated academic excellence.
To apply, please complete the application form below and submit all required documents by June 15, 2020. Late or incomplete applications will not be considered.
Scholarships recipients will be announced October 2020.
Eligibility Requirements
* Previous OLE Scholarship recipients are not eligible to apply **Due to company regulations, relatives of current or former ComEd employees are not eligible to apply
Cathedral Area Preservation Association
CAPA Scholarship Application
Amount: $1,000 (Two Students)
Closing Date: June 8, 2020
Description: Must live in a household that is a current CAPA member.Must have attended a Joliet area high school for at least 3 years.
Supporting documents:
Deadline for application is June 8th, 2020. For questions, please contact Ben Fox, CAPA Scholarship and Grant Director at benfox12@gmail.com.