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.
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:
Abri Credit Union’s Scholarship Program
https://www.idmyway.com/scholarship/scholarship.php
Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: February 1, 2021
Description: Abri offers two $1,000 scholarships: Graduating high school senior OR Existing higher education student! Winner not chosen on financial need or GPA!
Holly Club/Barbara J. Rakoski Volunteerism College Scholarship
https://hollyclubjoliet.org/rakoski-volunteerism-scholarship/
Holly Club Scholarship Letter and Holly Club Scholarship Application
Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: February 15, 2021
Description: Holly Club scholarships are yet another way in which its members demonstrate commitment to the youth in our community. We hope to set for them an example of being outward focused, embracing the principle of showing gratitude through the act of giving back.
Consequently, while we wish to award students (male or female) whose GPA and college-entrance scores demonstrate the ability to succeed in post-high school academics, it is that trait of desiring to serve that is the most important in our selection process.
In 2021 three recipients pursuing a two-year or four-year degree will be awarded a one-time $1000 scholarship. Application materials are being sent to approximately 16 area high schools; more than one winner per school is permissible.
The attached application materials include a letter to potential applicants and an electronic application with instructions for other materials that must be provided. Deadline for submission of all application materials is February 15, 2021.
Illinois Chemical Education Foundation Lupita Turriff Hispanic Student Scholarship Application
Open to All Future Chemists, Chemical Engineers, Environmental Engineers & High School Chemistry Teachers
Amount: $2,000
Closing Date: February 19, 2021
Description: The Chemical Industry Council of Illinois (CICI), is proud to announce that the Turriff Family Is offering the Lupita Turriff Hispanic Student Scholarship through the ll nois Chemical Education Foundation (ICEF). This scholarship is open to all Hispanic students in Illinois seeking a college degree to apply for a $2,000 Lupita Turriff Hispanic Student Scholarship Award. The ICEF's objective is to recognize and honor high school seniors who have exemplified outstanding achievement in academics, extracurricular/employment activities and community involvement.
The CICI is a non-profit association of chemical companies operating in the state of Illinois. CICI activities include a number of programs in education, environment and public affairs. CICI, through ICEF, presents a number of scholarship awards each year.
ICEF invites all future chemists, high school chemistry teachers, chemical engineers and/or environmental engineers to apply for the Lupita Turriff Hispanic Student Scholarship. Please submit the following information postmarked no later than Friday, February 19, 2021, and received no later than Wednesday, February 24, 2021.
The information should be put together in a complete packet and sent to:
ICEF/Lupita Turriff Hispanic Student SCHOLARSHIP AWARD
1400 E. Touhy Ave.
Suite 110
Des Plaines, IL 60018
2020 NAACP Scholarship
www.facebook.com/NAACPJoliet/
NAACP Scholarship Application
Closing Date: March 1, 2021
Description: Two Scholarships are available. See attached application.
NAACP Joliet Branch Scholarship --Sponsored by the Silver Cross Healthy Community Commission.
The requirements for this scholarship are the following:
NAACP Book Scholarship
a. The requirements for this scholarship are the following:
Forest Park Alumni Scholarship Fund's "Pennymon Scholarship" 2021
https://www.betasigmapsi.org/
Pennymon Scholarship Application
Amount: $500 - $3,000
Closing Date: March 31, 2021 (or postmark by March 31, 2021)
Description: Completed application and the following
Mail To:
Forest Park Alumni Scholarship Fund
1701 Waters Edge Drive
Minooka, Illinois 60447
Beta Sigma Psi Christian Leadership Scholarship - UIUC
https://www.betasigmapsi.org/
https://forms.gle/pJdPAff57oZHokDT9 - Application
Amount: $500 - $3,000
Closing Date: March 20, 2021
Description: My name is Josh Baggett and I am the Alumni Scholarship Chairman for the Alpha Alumni Chapter of Beta Sigma Psi - National Lutheran Fraternity. I'm contacting you to inform you of scholarship opportunities our organization has to offer Christian high school seniors. If you'd like to learn more about our organization, please check out https://www.betasigmapsi.org/.
My Alumni Chapter is offering a $3,000 scholarship given out to a Christian male freshman attending the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign in Fall 2021. There is no obligation to join Beta Sigma Psi or be related to a member of the fraternity to receive this award. Runner-ups may be eligible for $500. Our scholarship application may be found online at https://forms.gle/pJdPAff57oZHokDT9 or the attached application can be filled out and submitted to our PO box. All applications are due March 20th, 2021.
https://forms.gle/pJdPAff57oZHokDT9 - application link
The Beta Sigma Psi Educational Foundation also offers additional scholarships and grant opportunities for members of the Lutheran community. These opportunities can be found here http://wp.betasigmapsi.org/scholarships-grants/high-school-scholarships/
National Hook-Up of Black Women Inc., Joliet Chapter Scholarship
National Hook-Up of Black Women Inc., Joliet Chapter Scholarship Application
Closing Date: April 1, 2021
Description: The purpose of this scholarship award is to recognize and honor African American females and males’ students who have demonstrated academic excellence, concern for their community, dedicated to improving the lives of families through support of the arts, culture, education and human service programs.
The Joliet Chapter was established in October 1991 and is a non-profit 501(3) charitable based community organization. Each year, NHBW award scholarships up to $1,000 to graduating seniors who has maintained good grades throughout high school.
Silver Cross Healthy Community Commission Scholarship Program
Since 2008, Silver Cross Healthy Community Commission Scholarship Program has provided over $2.15 million dollars in scholarships and grants to create a stronger, healthier future for the residents of the eastside of Joliet. The purpose of the scholarships is to provide financial assistance to those individuals pursuing a course of instruction for health-related programs.
Those students who reside in zip codes 60432, 60433, 60436, and 60441 (Lockport Grade School District #89 are eligible for the scholarship).
Criteria:
Graybar Scholarship
http://poweringthenewera.com/scholarship/?cta1
Closing Date: April 15, 2021
Description:
Family members of Graybar employees, customers and suppliers are welcome to apply, but will receive no preferential treatment in the selection process.
The Joliet Junior Woman’s Club Alisha and Ava Bromfield Memorial Community Scholarship
Joliet Junior Women's Club Scholarship Application
Date: May 14, 2020
Description:
Luis Medina scholarship
Luis Medina scholarship Application
Date: May 1, 2020
Amount: $500
Description: In memory of Mr. Luis Medina, Joliet Central Bilingual math teacher, the Kermes committee is awarding 2- $500 scholarships to current or former ESL/Bilingual students.
interested in pursuing higher education who meet the following
Follow your Dream Scholarship
Follow Your Dream Scholarship Application
Date: May 1, 2020
Amount: $1,000
Description: The Joliet Central Kermes committee is proud to present the fourth annual Follow Your Dream Scholarship to support DACAmented or undocumented seniors as they pursue higher education.
Criteria:
Joliet Will County Independent Insurance Agents Association
Joliet Will County Independent Insurance Agents Association Scholarship
Date: May 11, 2020
Amount: $1,500
Description: Outstanding young person who excels in leadership, citizenship, and scholarship, who will enroll in a University or College for the 2020 Fall Semester. This scholarship is intended for a student who plans to continue his/her education in an academic program.
Robert Cleveland and Kenneth Dodge Memorial Scholarship Award Program
Robert Cleveland and Kenneth Dodge Memorial Scholarship Award Program Application
Closing Date: May 1, 2020
Amount: $750
Description: The FranCenter of Darien, Illinois, has two scholarsips of $750 each avalible to high school seniors with a diagnosed learning disability who are enrolling in a two of four year college or university, or trade school.
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.