NAME |
DEAD- LINE |
AMOUNT |
QUALIFICATIONS |
Kohl Excellence Scholarship |
16-Nov. |
(100) $1000 grants |
Students must be enrolled in a higher education institute |
Morrison Institute of Technology Counselor Scholarship |
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$1,000 |
Senior graduating from Reuther who applies and is accepted to Morrison Inst. Of Technology, IL. See counselor for more information. |
Prudential Spirit |
31-Oct. |
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Volunteers in grades 5-12 should apply online. Reuther will choose one applicant to be considered for state level. www.prudential.com/spirit or www.principals.org/prudential |
ACT Poster Contest |
16-Feb. |
$5,000 $2,500 $1,000 |
Design a poster encouraging students to attend college and take the ACT as their college entrance exam. Open only to students in Wisconsin and three other states. www.actstudent.org/postercontest |
Adam Gundlach Memorial Scholarship |
15 – Mar. |
$500 one-time |
3.0 GPA + Students who have volunteer accomplishments and inspirational goals. Must demonstrate financial need, college acceptance and be a U.S. citizen. |
AES Engineering Scholarship |
15-Sept. |
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Students pursuing any field of study. Essay of no more than 1000 words, see counselor for essay topic and details. www.scholarships@aesengineers.com |
Air Force ROTC (High School Scholarship Program) |
1-Dec. |
Help pay for full tuition, textbooks, and monthly stipends |
Air Force has a High School Scholarship Program (HSSP). Apply online. www.afrotc.com |
A.H.A.N.A.-KUSD |
1-May |
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2.5-3.0 GPA Minority seniors; transcripts; essay; teach or work in Education; recommendation. |
Alcohol/Tobacco & Drug Awareness (WI State Council) |
7-Feb |
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Creative essay writing contest; grades 9-12; poems, songs; or short stories |
Alverno College |
15-Feb |
$2,000 each |
3.5 GPA, minimum of 25 – ACT score Female student must have commitment to community service. |
American Cancer Society Youth Scholarship |
15-Mar |
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Available to student who were diagnosed with cancer before the age of 21 & accepted into a 2 or 4 yr. college. |
American Legion Auxiliary Scholarship (Wisconsin) |
14-Mar |
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At least 3.5 GPA/ ACT/SAT/PSAT Must be related to someone who is a WI American Legion Auxiliary member. Must be in need of financial help. |
Andrea Wirch Memorial Scholarship fund |
16 – Apr. |
(2) $1,000 |
Two scholarships, sponsored by the Andrea Wirch Scholarship Committee, will be awarded. One each to go to a former McKinley Middle School and a Mahone Middle School Student and must be a graduate of a KUSD high school. Interested students must apply, with an application, transcript, two letters of reference and a 200-word essay. Application packets must be received by due date. |
Angeline Hosmanek Memorial Scholarship (Kenosha Education Foundation of Kenosha) |
15 – Mar. |
$2,000 up to 4 years |
Female student planning a career in elementary or secondary teaching career in Math. Student must demonstrate financial need and college acceptance. |
Ann Kaufmann (Quotarian – funded by Snap-On, Inc.) |
1-May |
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Female; major in Accounting; activities; transcript; honors; interests; work experience |
ATS School Scholarship Program (Associated Training Services Network) |
1 – Feb – 8 – Sept. |
$1,000 |
1 - WI scholarship 2008 graduate, applied and accepted into program at ATS for 2008 school yr. www.operator-school.com/highschool |
AXA Achievement |
15-Feb. |
$2,000 |
Outstanding achievement in school & community; U.S. citizen; attend a 2/4 yr. school; recommendations www.axa-achievement.com (complete application online) |
The Best Buy Scholarship |
15 - Feb. |
$1,500 (1,700 awarded) $10,000 (16 awarded) |
A graduating senior who will attend a two or four year college in the fall of 2008. Scholarship award based on volunteerism efforts along with academic achievements. Go to www.bestbuy.com/scholarships to apply on line. Between 1/1 & 2/15 |
Big Sun Athletics |
20 - June |
$ 500 |
All student athletes, summit 500 word essay describing why you should receive award. See counselor for more information. athleticawards@bigunalthletics.com |
Bill Bateman Memorial Scholarship |
15-Feb. |
$500 |
HS Juniors & Seniors with interest in aviation with variety of experiences. |
Burger King Scholars (Available Oct. 15, 2007 - Feb. 15, 2008) |
15-Feb |
$1,000 |
2.5 GPA Application On-line only! Must be working part-time, 15 hours per wk.; community service; co-curricular activities, financial need, go to college fall www.bk.com/scholars |
Cargill Community Scholarship Program |
15-Jan |
(350) $1,000 |
For students pursing either a two or four year degree in any major. Students who apply need not be a FFA member. Scholarship application is an on-line application and needs the signature of a Cargill employee. www.ffa.org/programs/scholarships/ |
Carrie Crystal Stucker Memorial Scholarship |
15-Apr. |
$500 |
Dream Pool Foundation, Inc is offering Scholarship to provide assistance to individuals pursuing education in the visual arts (Art Major). |
Carthage College Police and Fire Scholarship |
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Four year, full-tuition scholarship |
One full-tuition scholarship will be awarded to the son or daughter of a City of Kenosha police officer or fire fighter. Recipient must be enrolled as a full-time student at Carthage College. |
Carthage College Lincoln Scholarship Program |
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13 scholarships w/ award ranging from full tuition per year to full tuition, plus room, and board. |
Seniors, who have been admitted Carthage College, submit a Lincoln Scholarship application w/ required essay. |
Carthage College Clausen Scholarship Program |
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3 full tuition |
Seniors, who have been admitted Carthage College, submit a Math/Science Scholarship. apply on-line at: www.carthage.edu |
Carthage College Hay Scholarship Program |
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Seniors, who have been admitted Carthage College, submit a Math/Science Scholarship. apply on-line at: www.carthage.edu |
Carthage College Rudd Scholarship Program |
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Seniors, who have been admitted Carthage College, submit a Math/Science Scholarship. apply on-line at: www.carthage.edu |
Carthage College Math/Science Scholarship Program |
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Seniors, who have been admitted Carthage College, submit a Math/Science Scholarship application. apply on-line at: www.carthage.edu |
Carthage College French/German Scholarship Program |
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Seniors, who have been admitted Carthage College, submit a French/German Scholarship application. apply on-line at: www.carthage.edu |
Carthage College Kenosha Scholarship Program |
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See your Guidance Counselor |
Clara Abbott Foundation |
15-Dec |
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Be dependent of an Abbott Laboratory employer or retiree; financial need |
Coca-Cola Scholars |
31-Oct |
250 total over 3 million every year |
3.0+GPA Application On-line only, extra-curricular activities; academics www.coca-colascholars.org |
Community Impact Programs, Inc. |
2-May |
$ 700 |
Academics; intend to work in “helping professions”; (social work, counseling, teaching or medical field. Proof of college acceptance required. |
Commitment to Agriculture Scholarship Program |
15 – Feb. |
$1,500 |
Seniors interested in pursuing a career in agriculture-related field. Apply online at www.monsato.com or www.ffa.org |
Congress – Bundestag Vocational Youth Exchange Scholarship Program |
31 – Jan. |
Full scholarships to exchange students |
Students interested in traveling & studying in Germany for a year. Offered by Nacel Open Door, non-profit educational exchange program. Apply at www.nacelopendoor.org |
Culver’s VIP Scholarship |
1 - May |
Up to $1,500 |
2.5 GPA + Be employed by Culver’s for at least 1 year working a minimum of 500 hours over the past year as of May 1. |
Dexter Baker Memorial Scholarship (Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 767 Racine/Kenosha) |
15 – Apr. |
$500 |
Must be a relative or descendant of a United States Military Veteran, must write a 3 to 5 page essay on me aspect of the Vietnam War. Scholarship applicants must interview a Vietnam Veteran and write a 3-5-page essay on some aspect of the Vietnam War. |
Dr. Michael Johnson ITED Scholarship |
31 – Mar. |
$390 |
Awarded to an ITED graduate; must be used at college/university |
Education Foundation Scholarship (all majors) |
15-Mar |
$1,500 renewable |
Academically capable; financial need; career in Education; transcripts; U.S. citizen; evidence of college acceptance |
Education Foundation Scholarship (Education majors) |
15-Mar |
$1,500 renewable |
Academically capable; financial need; career in Education; transcripts; U.S. citizen; evidence of college acceptance |
Educational Communications |
15-May |
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Honors; activities; need; academics; leadership |
Elks Foundation Scholarship, WIsconsin |
11-Jan |
20 renewable from $1,000 – 15,000 |
U.S. citizen; financial need; honors & awards; leadership abilities; community service; essay; recommendations |
Gates Millennium Scholars Program, The Available -Paper: 31-Dec., Online: 11-Jan. |
11-Jan. |
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3.3 G.P.A. + Students are eligible if African Amer., Amer. Indian/Alaska Native, Asian Pacific Islander or Hispanic American; US citizen or permanent resident. Eligible for Pell Grant and demonstrate leadership qualities. |
George Taylor Memorial |
20-May |
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Economics students; essay |
Gertrude Alford Memorial Scholarship |
15 – Mar. |
$1,000 scholarship |
Women’s Club of Kenosha presenting to young women pursuing higher education. A 250 - personal/ financial statement, 2 letters of recommendation. |
Grant O.P.T. |
6-May |
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3.0 GPA Former students of Grant Elementary school; essay; activities |
HACU/Hispanic Association Scholarships |
27-May |
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Applications are available on-line (Additional information in Tremper Career Center) www.scholarships.hacu.net |
HCCW/Philip Arreola Scholarship |
29-Apr |
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2.5 GPA Attend a WI college; legal resident or a US citizen; financial need; academics; school/community activities; essay; 2 letters recommendation; transcripts |
Herman and Virginia Gundlach |
20-Mar. |
$ 1,000 |
GPA 3.20 or lower University bound minority student. Must attend a four year college in Wisconsin. |
Hispanic Scholarship Fund |
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Varies |
3.0 G.P.A. + Students of Hispanic Heritage who are US citizens or legal permanent residents. Must apply for federal financial aid using FAFSA. www.hsf.net (must apply online) |
Horace Mann |
12-Feb |
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ACT-23 SAT-1110 Application On-line only; be dependent of public school employee; essay; transcripts; school/community activities; 2 recommendations www.horacemann.com |
Italian American Ladies Auxiliary |
9-May |
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3.0 GPA Females of Italian descent; top 1/3 of class; leadership; recommendations |
Italian American Men's Society |
16-Apr |
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3.0 GPA Must be son/daughter of current member transcripts; personal statement; school & community activities; 2 references |
Italian Business & Professional Association |
28-Apr |
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2.5 GPA 2-4 yr. degree program; essay; Italian American descent; activities; service; leadership; academics |
Ivo Garofalo Scholarship (Kiwanis Club of Kenosha Breakfast) |
1- Apr. |
$ 2,000 |
3.0 GPA + Students with IEP or documented disability. Must be nominated by school personnel, attending college full-time. |
Jane Bradley Pettit Life Impact Program |
28 – Mar. |
(10) $5,000 |
2.5 GPA UWM Foundation is offering scholarships to students with a dependent child. Program provides support and resources to help student with academics, financial and career needs. Must complete FAFSA |
Jason Beard Foundation |
15-May |
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Culinary field; financial need; essay recommendations; transcripts |
Jelly Belly Candy Company Scholarship |
4 – Apr. |
$1,000 per year /4 yrs |
3.0 GPA or higher Senior planning to attend a 4-year college on a full-time basis. Essay required (500 words or less). |
Jewel/Osco |
9-Feb |
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Must be employed by Jewell-Osco; attend 2/4 yr. school; academics; school/community activities |
| John Bullen Middle School Alumni Scholarship | 16-May | $500 | 2.0 G.P.A. minumum Attended one full year, write 500 - 700 word essay |
Joseph & Angela Bruneo Foundation |
1-May |
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ACT/SAT Pursuing a 2/4 yr. degree in a medical-related field with an emphasis on Nursing. |
KFC Colonel’s Scholarship Available - 1 – Jan. – 15 – Feb. |
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$5,000 per year renewable |
2.75/4.0 GPA KFC Colonel’s Scholars Program is a scholarship program designed to help those who need financial assistance and plan to pursue a four-year degree within the state of Wisconsin. Must be planning to pursue a bachelor’s degree at an in-state four-year institution, and be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident. www.kfcscholars.org |
Kenosha Area Chamber of Commerce |
25-Apr |
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Dependent of KACC member or parent employed by Chamber member; pursuing post-secondary education; need; activities; academics; recommendations; must attend an interview |
KABA (Kenosha Area Business Alliance) Bachelor Degree |
15-Apr |
(5) $2,500 |
Kenosha County seniors accepted at a four year college to pursue a career in math, science, technology, medicine, engineering or business. See applications for scholarship criteria. www.kaba.org/training/scholarship |
KABA (Kenosha Area Business Alliance Foundation) Gateway Technical College |
15-Apr |
(5) $1,500 Gateway matching |
Kenosha County seniors accepted at Gateway in a specified program. See applications for scholarship criteria. www.kaba.org/training/scholarship |
| Kenosha Business & Professional Women | 31-May | $500 | Students must have work record and volunteer experience |
Kenosha County Clearinghouse |
15-Apr |
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Applications for: AAUW Branch & Delta Kappa Gama, Beta Chapter |
Kenosha County Farm Bureau |
1-May |
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Any field of study; a member of a Farm Bureau family; essay; transcripts; school/community activities; work experience; recommendations; awards |
Kenosha Education Association (2 Awards) |
7-May |
$1,500 4 yr $500 2 yr technical |
3.0 GPA-4 yr/ 2.5 GPA-2yr. 4yr & 2yr awards; academics; activities; leadership; community service |
Kenosha Junior Woman's Club, Inc. |
16-Apr |
(2) $2,000 |
3.4 GPA + Kenosha County seniors - financial need; pursuing 4 yr. degree; exhibit leadership and citizenship qualities |
Kenosha Unified PTA Council Scholarship |
31-Jan. |
$500 |
2.75 GPA + Senior will receive scholarship if they are majoring in education or related field. Student must be enrolled in college full-time. Student & Parent/Guardian must be PTA/PTSA members. |
Kiwanis Foundation of Metropolitan Kenosha Academic Scholarship Program |
20-Mar |
(3) $1,000 any technical school, college or university, $500 for Gateway Technical college. |
2.5 GPA + Any field; academics; activities; leadership; recommendations Kenosha area High Schools only |
Knights of Columbus Council #973 |
31-Mar |
$ 500 |
Open to members of Kenosha’s Catholic Parishes. Typed essay required |
Kohl’s Kids Who Care |
15 - Mar |
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Accepting nominations to recognize students for the community service that positively impact their community. To nominate go to www.kohlkidswhocare.com |
KUSD-PTA Council (Metta Scholarship) |
17-Jan |
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2.5 GPA + Entering field of Education/or related field; student & parent must be member of schools PTA/PTSA program |
| Kwik Trip Community Scholarship | 25-Apr. | $500 | 3.0 G.P.A. Reuther Student accepted at accredited college or plan to enroll. Student must exhibit good service and demostrate positive attitude. |
Lance Middle School P.T.O. |
4-Apr |
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3.0 GPA Attend/graduate from Lance; essay; service; activities; transcripts; attend college/university/tech school |
LeTendre Education Fund Scholarship |
21-Sep. |
(2) $1,000 |
Students who are homeless, or have been during school yr. and demonstrated average or higher achievement |
Lincoln Middle School |
31-Mar |
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3.0 GPA Attended Lincoln Middle 1 yr.; 2 recommendations; transcripts; essay |
Lioness of Greater Kenosha |
4-Apr |
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2.5 GPA + Female seniors may apply; transcripts; community involvement; recommendation; essay |
MAARC Book Scholarship (5) |
9-May |
$250 |
3.33 GPA / ACT=20 Minority students; proof of college/tech. acceptance; short essay; transcripts |
Mabel Smith Memorial |
31-May |
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2.0 GPA H.S. graduate & of African-American, American-Indian, Asian, Latina or Biracial descent; attend a technical/community college; financial need. |
Mary Lou Mahone Youth Scholars Award |
8-Apr |
$ 1,000 |
2.0 GPA Students of African/Amer.; Amer. Indian or Hispanic American descent; leadership; school/community activities; financial need; college/tech. school acceptance; essay |
Mary Zicarrelli Memorial Scholarship |
15-Mar |
$1,500 renewable |
Public Service career; academics; school & community activities; financial need; U.S. citizen. Proof of college acceptance. |
Mayor’s Youth Commission Awards Program |
1 – Feb. 14 – Mar. 23 – May. 10 – Oct. Quarterly |
$1,000 |
Juniors & Seniors are eligible. Students are rewarded on their activities and achievements. Awards given quarterly. |
Mensa Foundation |
15-Jan |
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Goal & career essay; U.S. citizen; pursuing a post-secondary education |
Michael and Chris Manno Scholarship (The Order sons of Italy Filippo Mazzei Lodge #2763) |
25 – Mar. |
(2) $1,500 each |
Must submit ACT/SAT Seniors of Italian origin in S.E. Wisconsin. Academics, references, honors/awards, personal statement, financial need, citizenship, personality and leadership. |
Military Academy Appointments |
Nov. |
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Full tuition, room, board, all fees, etc.; apply to members of Congress, President & Vice-President of USA for a nomination GPA; extra-curricular activities; class rank |
Military Children Program |
21 – Feb. |
$ 1,500 1 – per commissary |
Unmarried children (under age 23) of active duty, reserve/guard and retired military personnel may apply. Must be used during the 2008-09 academic year. www.militaryscholar.org |
National CO-OP Scholarship Program |
15-Feb. |
(185) $6,000 ea |
3.5 GPA Accepted to one of the following schools. Northeastern U., Drexel U., Johnson & Wales U., Pace U., U. of Toledo, Rochester Institute, or Wentworth Institute. Earn valuable employment experience. www.co-op.edu |
Navy Reserve Officer Training Corps (NROTC) Scholarship |
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4 yr scholarship covering full tuition, books, fees etc. |
ACT test score 22 + in Math & English 4yr. scholarship, after college graduation student enters the Navy as a commissioned officer. www.nrotc.navy.mil |
Nicoll Scholarship (Robert & Ida Nicoll Scholarship) |
15 - June |
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Must be a Kenosha County resident, furthering education and improve current skills to enhance earnings capabilities. |
Noel Compass Scholarship |
15 – Feb. |
Full tuition, room and board scholarship |
Students of color or any other student planning on attending UW-Stevens Point who are in strong academic standing at a Wisconsin High School. |
Optimist Youth Baseball-Kenosha |
6-Jun |
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Senior; played in Optimist baseball/HS softball & baseball |
Pearl Ruffalo Memorial Scholarship |
15 – Mar. |
(2) $600.00 |
GFWC-Pleasant Prairie Women’s Club Seniors that reside in Pleasant Prairie |
Peter Ploskee, Sr. Memorial |
15-Mar |
$2,000 per year renewable |
Career in Construction Trades, Engineering, Architecture; financial need; academics; U.S. citizen, college acceptance. |
Pleasant Prairie Women’s Club |
15-Mar. |
(2) $ 600 |
Seniors residing in Pleasant Prairie |
Polly Munn Scholarship |
15-Mar |
$1,000 per year renewable for 5 yrs. |
For students of color; must be pursuing a college program in Teacher Education; financial need; academics; U.S. citizen; interest/experience working with students of color. Must maintain 2.5 GPA |
Prince Hall Masonic Foundation, Inc. |
8-Mar |
$500 - $2,000 |
2.0 GPA The Prince Hall Masonic Foundation is dedicated to the enlightenment and empowerment of our communities and therefore is committed to our young people as they broaden their knowledge in post secondary institutions. Applications will be judged on academic achievement, letters of reference, content, and organization and neatness of an essay, and community involvement. 3 letters of recommendation |
Quota International |
1-May |
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Major in Speech/Hearing Impairments; Work experience; volunteer work; awards; activities; transcript |
RMHC / African / American Future Achievers Program |
15-Feb |
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Have 1 parent of African/American heritage; transcripts; personal statement; recommendation; community activities; leadership |
| RMHC / Asia - American Future Achievers Program | 15 - Feb | Have 1 parent of Asian/Pacific Islander heritage; transcripts; personal statement; recommendation; community activities; leadership | |
| RMHC - Scholars | 15 - Feb | All students regardless of race, color, creed, religion, sexual orientation, gender, disablility or national origin. Tanscripts; personal statement; recommendation; community activities; leadership | |
RMHC/HACER (Hispanic American) |
15-Feb |
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Have 1 parent of Hispanic heritage; transcripts; personal statement; recommendation |
Richard T. Nuske Memorial Scholarship Vietnam Veteran’s of America, Inc. |
11-Jan. |
(2) $1,000 |
Dependent of Vietnam vet; proof of veteran service; interview; essay; transcripts |
Roosevelt School PTO |
4-Apr |
(2) $250 |
2.5 G.P.A. Students that attended Roosevelt 3 consecutive yrs.
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SAE Engineering Scholarship |
1-Dec. |
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ACT/GPA requirements Students interested in study of engineering & related sciences. Must be US citizen |
Saint Marks Parish Latin American Center Scholarship Committee (LACSC) |
31 – Mar. |
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Helping Latin American students attend 4 year college/university. 10 hours of community service must be completed between 6-1-08 and 8-31-08 |
SAMMY (Scholar Athlete Milk Mustache of the Year) |
7 – Mar. |
$ 7,500 |
All high school student encouraged to apply at www.sammy.bodybymilk.com
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Sam Walton Community Scholarship
Wal-Mart Foundation
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1-Jan |
$1,000 non-renewable |
A high school senior planning to pursue a four-year degree at a college or university. Cannot be either a Wal-Mart Association or the child or legal dependant of a Wal-Mart Associate. Must fill out an online application and send in supporting documentation by 2/1/05.
Other scholarships are available at the website to the right for Associates and children of Associates of Wal-Mart Stores Inc.
For more information log onto Use access code SWCS must be used to access this application process. Use store I.D. # 1167 for Kenosha Wal-Mart Store |
Schneider-Emanuel Amer. Legion Scholarship |
1 – Mar. |
(3) $1,000 |
Available to children/grandchildren of American Legion members |
Sharon Schumer Memorial Scholarship (Pro-Life Task Force) |
15-Apr |
(2) $1.000 each |
Seniors attending any college. Must write 2 essay and have 2 letters of recommendation. |
Shopko Scholars |
1-Dec |
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School & community activities; academics; made a mark in outstanding community service www.shopko.com |
Society Assets Scholarship |
1-Feb |
(5) From $500 - $5,000 |
A graduating senior with a record of or having a permanent and substantial physical or sensory disability (verified by a Physician). Must be a resident of Racine, Kenosha, Walworth, Rock or Jefferson counties. |
Society of Automotive Engineers |
1-Dec |
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ACT/SAT Engineering degree/related sciences; U.S. citizen; activities; honors; transcripts; essay; typed application |
Somers Elementary/PTO Scholarship |
31 – Mar. |
$200 former male student and $200 former female student |
3.0 GPA Graduating senior that attended Somers for at least 2 years. Involved in extra curricular activities and plan on college full-time. |
Tall Club of Milwaukee, The |
1-May |
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Ht. Requirement of 5’10” for females; 6’2” for males; high academics; school & community activities; essay; transcripts personal achievements; recommendations |
Target-All-Around |
1-Nov |
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2.0 GPA Transcripts; essay; volunteer and community service; awards/honors |
Tylenol Available - 1 – Feb 15 - May |
15 - May |
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On-Line application only! Leadership; community & school activities; intending a career in a health-related field; US citizen; essay www.tylenol.com |
UNICO Scholarship Milwaukee Chapter |
2 – Apr. |
$ 1,000 |
Top 15% of class Italian origin and resident of Kenosha County. Scholarship, need, citizenship, personality and leadership are considered. |
UNICO Foundation National |
1–Apr. |
$1,000/Milwaukee Chapter (4) $6,000 National Chapter |
3.00 GPA Italian origin, chapter recommendation, financial need and extra curricular activities |
UW-Madison Alumni Club of Kenosha |
31-Mar |
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ACT/SAT Attend U.W. Madison; activities; academics; community service; transcripts |
UW Milwaukee |
30 –Apr. |
Varies |
Students accepted at UW Milwaukee should apply to various scholarship opportunities at www4.uwm.edu/financialaid www.compassguide.org |
UW-Milwaukee School of Business |
1-Jan. |
$ 7,000 renewable |
3.5 + GPA and ACT of 27 + Students planning on a major in the Business area. |
U.W. – Parkside Scholarship |
1-Feb. |
Scholarship awards vary |
Any student attending Parkside is eligible and encouraged to apply. Apply online. www.uwp.edu (keyword scholarships) |
UW-Stevens Point Freshman Scholarship |
1- Jan. |
Awards range from $400 to $2,000 |
Seniors planning to attend UW-Steven Point. Must complete an application for admission, complete a scholarship application |
United States Institute of Peace |
1-Feb. |
$1,000-10,00 |
1500 word essay, State & National winner will be recognized |
Vernon Elementary School Association |
9 -Apr |
(2) $250 each |
2.5 GPA + Former Vernon student(3 yrs); school. Essay of 150-300 on Vernon’s impact on you. |
Victoria Jones Memorial Scholarship |
15-Mar |
$500 one-time |
Females; pursuing a degree in technology; tech. education or engineering; financial need; transcript; U.S. citizen. Must have clean driving record, free from substance abuse. |
Vietnam Veteran’s of America, Inc. |
14-Apr. |
(2) $500 |
Relative or descendant of an honorably discharged veteran. Essay based on an interview with a Vietnam era Veteran (1964-1975). |
Village of Pleasant Prairie |
6/1 through 7/30 |
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3.0-4.0 GPA Junior’s graduating in 2006; Become a member of School Commission in Sr. year; transcripts recommendation; volunteer & community service |
W.E.A.C. Wisconsin Education Association Council Scholarship |
20-Feb |
(4) $1,450 ea |
3.0 GPA or Top 25% Parent must be an active or retired WEAC member, or parent who died holding a WEAC membership. Student must be pursuing a education major or minor. |
Wal-Mart Associates |
1-Feb |
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ACT/SAT Graduating H.S. senior employed by Wal-Mart; financial need; school involvement. (Applications at store) |
Walton Family Foundation |
1-Feb |
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Must be child/dependent of a Wal-Mart associate who has been employed full-time for 1 yr; financial need; school community activities; interview; work & experience. (Applications at store) |
Washington Middle PTSO |
28-Mar |
(2) $500 |
3.0 GPA+ Attended Washington 2 full yrs. Essay; 2 references; involved in athletics; extra curricular activities |
Wendy’s High School Heisman Award Program |
23-Sep. Review 1-Oct. |
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Male or female senior athletes with “B” average and participating in qualifying sports. Apply on line. www.wendysheisman.com |
Whittier Elementary Parent/Teacher Assoc |
25-Apr |
(2) $500 |
2.5+ GPA Whittier graduate attend 2 yrs.; transcripts; essay |
WI All-State Scholars/Robert C. Byrd Scholarship Program |
22-Feb. |
May provide $1,500 per yr. for 4 yrs. |
Recipients are chosen based on grade point averages & ACT scores. |
WI Automobile & Truck Dealer's Foundation |
15-Dec |
$ 500 - $5,800 |
Graduating high school seniors who are pursing a career in the auto and truck industry. There are three types of scholarships: Automotive, Diesel and Auto Collision |
WI Cattlemen’s & Cattlewomen’s Council Scholarship |
16-Mar |
(10) $500 |
Students must have a background in beef, veal or dairy industry. Preference will be given to students majoring in agriculture |
WI Grocer’s Assoc. |
1-Feb |
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3.0 GPA Be employed 6 months in grocery industry; need; essay; academics; activities; employer recommendation |
WI Professional Police Association Scholarship |
1-Feb. |
$1,000 |
Available to students enrolled in a 2 or 4 yr degree in law enforcement related field. |
WI Ready Mixed Concrete Assoc./Nat. Ready Mixed Concrete Assoc. Scholarship Essay Contest |
30-Nov |
$2.000 essay contest – students age 16-18 |
Students ages 16-18 are eligible, Possible theme concrete’s benefit to society: how concrete affects environment, using concrete to build. |
WI Sheriffs & Deputy Sheriff's Association |
1-Mar |
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Enrolling in a Police Science program; law enforcement activities; school activities; honors; awards; personal statement |
WI Society/Clinical Laboratory Science |
1-Mar |
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Transcripts with test scores; enrolled in Clinical Lab program in WI; resident of WI |
Wisconsin Society of Professional Engineers Scholarship |
8-Dec. |
(3) $ 1,000 |
Seniors who plan to pursue an engineering degree at a college or university within the State of Wisconsin |
WI State Firefighter’s |
1-Feb |
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2.5 GPA + Pursuing career in Fire Service; school & community activities; work experience; essay |
Wisconsin Towns Association Scholarship |
27-May |
Several |
Students attending a WI college 2/4 yr. post-secondary education; essay (500 to 1000 words) |
Woman’s Club of Kenosha |
31-Mar |
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Female seniors; need; transcripts; activities; recommendations |
WSCA Scholarship (WI School Counselor Assoc. & TCF Bank) |
1-Dec. |
(4) $1.000 |
Seniors planning to pursue a postsecondary education program during the next school year. Must write a one-page essay describing how a school counselor or school counseling program has helped you plan, decide, resolve, or grow in some area(s) of your life. www.wscaeb.com/forms |