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American Legion Auxiliary Perrottet Nickerson Unit 76 - Ada Mucklestone Memorial Scholarship –For children or grandchildren of veterans who served in the Armed Forces during eligibility dates for membership in the American Legion. Pick up application from Mrs. Ellis in Guidance. Due April 15, 2010 .
American Legion Auxiliary Perrottet Nickerson Unit 76 - Nursing Scholarship - For children or grandchildren of veterans who served in the Armed Forces during eligibility dates for membership in the American Legion. Pick up application from Mrs. Ellis in Guidance. Due April 15, 2010 .
Amici Naperville Area Italian American Club -For graduating high school students of Italian descent who wish to continue their education. Information can also be downloaded from www.amiciclub.org . Due April 1, 2010 .
Ayn Rand Essay Contest – Up to $10,000 in cash prizes. To see Rules and guidelines and to submit your essay, go to www.aynrand.org/contests . The Fountainhead entry deadline is April 26, 2010 .
Big Sun Scholarship - $500 – All athletic students are eligible. Visit www.bigsunathletics.com for more information and to apply. Due June 24, 2010.
Bloomingdale Women’s Club - Awarding $1000. Seniors who live in Bloomingdale. “C” average or better and letter of recommendations required. See Mrs. Ellis in the Guidance Dept for an application. Due April 1.
Bloomington Schools Dist. 13 – Offering several scholarships to students with specific educational history, for those who previously attended Erikson Elementary, DuJardin Elementary or Westfield Middle schools . Application available at www.sd13.org. Due April 8
Central DuPage Hospital Auxiliary Scholarship – 3 - $1000 scholarships for those interested in a health care related field. Student must be nominated by the Guidance Dept. Guidelines and application are available at www.cdh.org. See Mrs. Rigney if you would be interested in being nominated. Due March 31, 2010.
Central DuPage Hospital Medical Staff Scholarship - $2500 a year – renewable for a max of 4 years or up to $10,000. Must reside in CDH community and be entering into a health related major ( include and letter of acceptance into a college with a documented majot in a health related area). For application and complete list of requirements see Mrs. Ellis in Guidance.Due Mar 15.
Chicago Roofing Contractors Association – Offers yearly scholarship of a max of $3000 (renewable 3 times) to senior – selected on the basis of academic performance, faculty recommendation , extra curricular activities, employment and a demonstrated interested in a productive career. Go to www.crca.org for info and the application. Due March 5, 2010 .
Chicago Wolves - The Chicago Wolves Hockey Team has created the Tim Breslin Memorial Scholarship in loving memory of former player, Tim Breslin, for one semester of college. Awarding a semester of tuition – Essay necessary. For more info go to www.chicagowolves.com. Due March 2, 2010 .
Chicago Wolves – Tim Breslin Memorial Scholarship – Award one semester of tuition. This scholarship has a minimum 3 yr waiting period from the time it is awarded. For more information and an application go to the community relations page at www.chicagowolves.com. For additional questions contact Dan Harris at 847.832.1953 or email at djharris@chicagowolves.com. Due March 2, 2010.
Chicagoland Jiffy Lube Teen Driver Scholarship Program - Awarding $500 - $7500 - Students who meet the eligibility requirements listed on the website simply need to complete the application and write a 500 word essay about “what drives them” now. Go on-line at www.yourturn2apply.com or www.chicagolandjiffylube.com for the application. Due April 2, 2010 .
College of Dupage 2010 – 2011 Presidential Scholars Award – Awarding 50 full-tuition scholarships for a maximum of 64 semester hours to high school students that meet the criteria. For more information about the requirements and to pick up an application see Mrs. Ellis ion the Guidance office. Due March 15.
Daughters of the American Revolution ( DAR) – Perrin - Wheaton Chapter - $1000 award. Essay and 2 recommendation letters required. See Mrs. Ellis in Guidance for an application. Due March 22, 2010
Delnor Hospital Auxiliary Scholarship – Awarding 5- $1000 Scholarships to students intending to pursue a degree in a health care field. Go to www.supportdelnor.org to apply. Due March 19, 2010 .
Delta Tau Delta Fraternity - Awarding 3 - $1000 Scholarships to outstanding male and female students who excel in the area of scholarship, leadership, athletics and community service. Applying does not commit to future membership in Delta Tau Delta – and membership is not required to apply for the scholarship. Apply online at www.delts.org/about/committed.html. Due March 31, 2010.
DuPage County 4-H Foundation – Awarding 5 $1000 to present or past members – must have been a member for a minimum of 4 years. Also, (2) special $1000 Scholarships to those who meet the requirements and will be pursuing a career in the livestock industry. For more information and applications – go to www.exension.uicu.edu/dupage. Due April 8.
DuPageCounty Farm Bureau – Student’s parents must be members of the DuPage County Farm Bureau for at least 2 years prior to Jan 2010. Student must be planning to study in some way the agricultural industry. Up to 4, $1000 scholarships will be awarded.Pick up application in Guidance Office. Due April 1.
Faithful Circle Quilters guild – Founders Scholarship – Awarding $1000 to someone who is working in or interested in quilt making or textile art. Letter of recommendation and photos of work required. Due April 1.
General Assembly Scholarship – 95th District – awarding 8, one year scholarships to a select list of Illinois schools. Check with Mrs. Ellis in the Guidance office for the list and an application. Due April 9.
General Assembly Scholarship 48th District - for 1 year of tuition at specific Illinois Universities. See Mrs. Ellis in guidance for information and an application. Due April 2, 2010 .
General Assembly Scholarship 48th District – Must be a legal resident of District 48 th House District.Essay and letters of recommendation required. Pick up application in Guidance. Due April 19, 2010 .
Geneva Garden Club – Offering $2000 scholarship to qualified student who is a resident of Geneva and who is planning on continued education in horticulture, landscaping, environmental sustainability or closely related field. Application and information available at www.genevagardenclub.com/scholarship. Due April 5.
Illinois AMVETS Service Foundation has been awarding scholarships to Illinois high school seniors for approximately 40 years. Every year AMVETS awards approximately forty One year $1,000 non-renewable scholarships to Illinois High School Seniors. Go to http://www.ilamvets.org for information about several scholarships including descendants of vets, and those interested in nursing and trade schools. Due Mar. 1, 2010 .
Illinois division of the Sons of Confederate Veterans/Military Order of Stars and Barsis offering a $1000 scholarship to a male or female senior. 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. Lineal or Collateral Family Lines must be documented genealogically with a descendency chart. Application, essay and other required documentation due Mar.15.
Illinois Elks Children’s Care program Scholarship for Physical & Occupational therapy Majors. Go to www.iea-ccc.info to download the application. Drop odd applications at the Wheaton Elks Lodge , on772 Papworth St. , Wheaton ,during business hours or by appointment with Jack Williams at jack@w-e/org or 630-620-6629. Due Mar. 12
Illinois Institute of Art – Chicago, Imagine America High School Scholarship and Award Program – For more information go to www.imagine-america.org .
Illinois Ladies Auxiliary Memorial Scholarship - Go to www.ilamvets.org for application and information. To be eligible for this scholarship the applicant must: Be a Illinois High School Senior Be a child or grandchild of a Veteran of the United States of America who served after September 15, 1940 and was Honorably Discharged or who is presently serving in the military. Must have taken the ACT or SAT. Several other scholarships available at website. Due March 1, 2010.
Infant Welfare Society of Chicago – Wheaton Chapter - $500 to a Wheaton Resident. Application must include as essay on “Why Volunteerism is Important”. Essay should be no more than one page, double spaced, 12 point font. DueMarch 1, 2010. See Mrs. Ellis in Guidance for an application.
Italian Catholic Federation – offering a $400 scholarship to Roman Catholic graduating seniors of Italian descent and have at least a 3.2 GPA. For more information and an application go to www.icf.org. Due March 15, 2010.
Junior League of Kane and DuPage Counties, Inc. – Awarding 2- $1000 scholarships to college-bound female high school students who have demonstrated an outstanding commitment to volunteerism. To apply go to www.jlkd.org. Questions – call 630-263-6661. Due March 1, 2010.
Kohl’s Cares for Kids Scholarship Program – recognizing kids who do great work benefiting their community. Visit www.kohskids.com for more information. Students must be nominated through Mrs. Rigney in Guidance. If you or someone you know should be nominated please see Mrs. Rigney. Due March 15.
Newman Catholic Center serving Eastern Illinois University - Dr. Ann E. Jackson Catholic Scholars Program provides students the opportunity to study and dialogue about Catholic theology while attending Eastern Illinois University , Pick up requirements and application in Guidance. Due May 15, 2010.
Phi Delta Kappa Gamma Scholarship - $1000 - The Florence Cook grant is a statewide grant open to female seniors entering the field of education. Requirements include academic excellence, leadership qualities, school activities, community and church participation. Application process includes an official transcript, 2 letters of recommendation and an essay on topic listed on application. Applications are available at www.deltakappagamma.org/IL Due Mar. 1, 1020
Richard A. Maass Memorial Scholarship awarded by the American Society for Quality– Selected on basis of academic achievement, financial need and community service. Applications are available in guidance Office – Due March 8, 2010
Roselle Chamber of Commerce & Industry Scholarship Program – Awarding (2) $1750.00 scholarships. Must be a resident of Roselle – criteria includes a C average, leadership qualities community involvement and financial need. Pick up application from Mrs. Ellis in Guidance. Due April 16, 2010 .
Rotary Club of Central DuPage Scholarship is awarded on the basis of scholarship, civic responsibility, extra-curricular activities and financial need. Award is $1500 a year for 4 years. Pick up application in Guidance Office. Due March 1, 2010 .
Saint Peter Catholic Church in Geneva – Offering $500 to a high school graduating senior who is member of St. Peter Church, Geneva . Pick up application from Mrs. Ellis in Guidance. Letters of character reference also required. Due March 24.
Sammy 2009 Award & America’s Milk Processors – based on academics, athletics, community service, leadership and include Milk as part of their healthy lifestyles. Applications and official rules are at www.Sammy.bodybymilk.com . Due March 5.
Schubmehl-Prien Essay Contest for High School Juniors – Essay is on Social Impact of Computing. Awards range from $250 - $1000. Go to www.cse.nd.edu/essaycontest/ for more information on the topic and guidelines. Due May 31, 2010.
Sodexo Foundation Stop Hunger Scholarship - $5000 Award. Open to students ( kindergarten through college graduate school) enrolled in accredited educational institution in the United States. Applicants must have demonstrated on-going commitment to their community by performing unpaid volunteer services impacting hunger in the United States at least within the last 12 months. Go to www.sodexofoundation.org for more information and to apply. Due Feb 26.
The Chicago Roofing Contractors Association - will award a $3,000 renewable scholarship to a high school senior who will enter college in September each year in the following programs – liberal arts and sciences, engineering, architecture or business. The scholarship recipient will be selected on the basis of academic performance, faculty recommendation, extracurricular activities, employment experience, and a demonstrated interest in a productive career . To apply go to www.crca.org. Due March 5, 2010 .
The Illinois Odd Fellow Scholarship Award – Awards are based on need, scholarship standing and ability. Applications available at www.IOOF-IL.Org. Due March 1, 2010 .
The Metropolitan Mathematics Club of Chicago is offering a $1,500 scholarship for a high school senior who will pursue a career in the teaching of mathematics. For requirements (including essay) and application go to http://www.mmcchicago.org. Due March 12, 2010
Thorium Action Group/Kerr-McGee Chemical Corporation Scholarship – Applications available at www.communityfoundationfrv.org/2010schprogram.asp. More changes have been made to this Scholarship Program since last year. Students must answer a few questions online before gaining access to an application. This process will allow the student to receive the proper application. Due January 29, 2010 .
Triple Impact Competitor Scholarship Program by Positive Coaching Alliance – FOR JUNIORS - 2 boys and 2 girls will be awarded $1000. Minimun 2.5 GPA. Letters of recommendation and testimonials required. Pick up application form Mrs. Ellis in Guidance. Due May 1, 2010.
Warrenville Historical Society - $500 Scholarship to a graduate of St. Francis who attended Bower, Johnson or St. Irene’s and must be a current resident of Warrenville. Criteria includes a college major in history or art history, financial need, test scores and class rank, volunteer activities and personal statement. Go to http://www.warrenvillehistorical.org/kids/scholarship.html for application and more information. Due March 1, 2010.
West Suburban Association of Educational Office Professionals Scholarship (Mary Franson Memorial Scholarship )- $1000 – designed to assist students who wish to continue their education and pursue a career in the educational field. 3 Letters of recommendation and an essay required. Applications available in Guidance. Due March 5, 2010.
Western Catholic Union – Offering 5 - $1000 scholarships to Catholic High School Students. Open to all high school students who are a WCU member or annuity member . At least one parent must be a WCU life or annuity member. Pick up application from Mrs. Ellis in Guidance. Due March 1, 2010.
Wheaton Drama, Inc. – awarding $1000 to one senior drama student. Student must be planning on taking drama courses as a major or minor during the 2010 – 2011 school year. Essay and 2 letters recommendation required. Pick up application in Guidance. Due April 15, 2010 |