Scholarships Updated 2-1-2016 Name Lake Land College Foundation Scholarship- All students attending LLC are encouraged to apply. Students are required to fill out one application to be considered for 300 plus scholarships. Apply online at www.lakelandcollege.edu/foundation Martin Luther Scholarship- The Beta Sigma Psi National Fraternity is offering a scholarship to Lutheran men who will be starting college in fall 2016. In order to be awarded this $2,000 scholarship, you must be a confirmed member of a Lutheran congregation and you must be planning to attend your first year at any accredited 4-year College or University. Christian Leadership Award- The Beta Sigma Psi National Fraternity is offering a scholarship to Lutheran men who will be starting college in fall 2016. In order to be awarded this $1,500 scholarship, you must be a confirmed member of a Lutheran congregation and you must be planning to attend University of Illinois, Indiana University, or Purdue University. Mediacom World Class Scholarship- Mediacom is offering several $1,000 non-renewable scholarships through its World Class Scholarship Program to senior high school students. This will be awarded to students with high academic achievement, leadership abilities, school/community involvement, and teacher reference. To download an application please go to http://mediacomworldclass.com/. Illinois PTA Scholarship- The Illinois PTA will be providing scholarships to two high school seniors graduating from an Illinois Public school. The first place student will be awarded $3,000 and the second place student will be awarded $2,000 towards education expenses. All students who Deadline February 1, 2016 before 5 p.m. February 13, 2016 February 13, 2016 February 15, 2016 February 15, 2016 Scholarships Updated 2-1-2016 apply must have a grade point average of 4.0 or above on a 5.0 scale and must be enrolling in a university in education or an education-related degree program. National Honor Society Scholarship- Any student who is a member of the National Honor Society at CHS may apply. If you are going to submit an application please talk to Mrs. Taylor. Trojan Booster Club- Merv Baker Athletic Achievement Award- For all CHS athletes. $500 awarded to 1 female and $500 to 1 male athlete. Must have participated in at least 1 sport for 4 years and maintained a 3.0 GPA or better. S.L. Nanda Mathematics & Science ScholarshipEligible CHS students must have been accepted at and plan to attend EIU and majoring in Biological Sciences, Physics, Mathematics & Computer Science, Chemistry, Geology-Geography, and any of the fore-mentioned majors with teacher certification. Buick Achievers Scholarship- Available to all students who plan to major in a specific course of study focused on engineering, technology or design, with an interest in the automotive industry. Farm Credit Agriculture Scholarship- Twentyfour $1,500 scholarships are available to high school seniors who plan to enroll in an agriculturebased college curriculum next fall. National Defense Transportation Association Scholarship- All students may apply but preference will be given to students pursuing a degree in Business, Transportation Logistics and Physical Distribution. Please visit http://www.ndtascottstlouis.org for more details. The Illinois Odd Fellow-Rebekah ScholarshipAny resident of Illinois in need of college assistance should apply for The Illinois Odd Fellow-Rebekah February 16, 2016 February 28, 2016 February 28, 2016 February 29, 2016 February 29, 2016 March 1, 2016 March 1, 2016 Scholarships Updated 2-1-2016 Scholarship. This scholarship awards ten to fifteen students $1,000 grants annually. This scholarship will be awarded to students based upon need, academic standing, and ability. www.ioof-il.org Michael Hindman Teacher Education Scholarship- If you are planning to pursue a career in education please apply for the Michael Hindman Teacher Education Scholarship. This $1,000 scholarship will be awarded to students to have demonstrated success in their school career and who have been accepted into a college. www.ieaeffingham.wordpress.com Illinois AMVETS Service Foundation Scholarship- This scholarship awards a student with a $1,000 non- renewable one- year scholarship. To be eligible for this scholarship the applicant must be an Illinois High School Senior and have taken the ACT or SAT. Illinois AMVETS Sad Sacks Nursing Scholarship- This scholarship awards a student with a one- year scholarship. To be eligible for the scholarship the applicant must be an Illinois High School senior who has been accepted into a preapproved nursing program and must prove satisfactory in academic record, character, interest, and activity record, and financial need. Illinois AMVETS Trade School Scholarship- This scholarship awards a student with a $1,000 nonrenewable one- year scholarship. To be eligible for the scholarship the applicant must be an Illinois High School senior who has been accepted into a pre-approved trade school program. Illinois AMVETS Ladies Auxiliary Worchid Scholarship- This scholarship awards a student March 1, 2016 March 1, 2016 March 1, 2016 March 1, 2016 Scholarships Updated 2-1-2016 with a one- year scholarship. To be eligible for the scholarship the applicant must be an Illinois High School senior and be a child of a deceased mother or father who was a Veteran of the United States of America who served after September 15, 1940 and was Honorably Discharged. They need not be killed in action or died as a result of a service- connected disability. The applicant must also have taken the ACT or SAT. Illinois AMVETS Ladies Auxiliary Memorial Scholarship- This scholarship awards a student with a one- year scholarship. To be eligible for the scholarship the applicant must be an 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, and must have taken the ACT or SAT. South Central FS Scholarship- For any high school senior that is pursuing a 2 or 4 year degree in agronomy or related crop production, or closely related fields. More information can be found at www.southcentralfs.com Coles County Soil and Water Conservation Foundation Scholarship- The Foundation is offering 3, $500 scholarships to students pursuing an education in a conservation related field. State Farm Good Neighbor Scholarship Program- Must be a high school senior, planning to enroll full-time next fall, have a GPA 2.5 to 3.20 on a 4.0 scale, and demonstrate financial need. Illinois Lumber & Material Dealers Educational Foundation- For any student that plans to pursue a degree in lumber and building materials or an allied field. March 1, 2016 March 1, 2016 March 1, 2016 March 2, 2016 March 2, 2016 March 14, 2016 Scholarships Updated 2-1-2016 Young Artist Scholarship Competition- This competition is open to any Central Illinois area high school senior who will graduate in the Spring of 2016 and will enroll in college to continue musical studies. Sarah Bush Lincoln Guild Scholarship ProgramAny person accepted into or currently enrolled fulltime in a hospital-related health care professional curriculum is eligible. A 4.5 GPA out of 5 points is desirable. Please see application for more details. Student-View Scholarship Program- Simply log on to www.student-view.com and complete a 15-20 minute application survey about colleges in your area. The scholarship will be awarded via a random drawing of all completed applications. First Neighbor Bank Scholarship- This $500 scholarship is available to any senior planning to attend college in the fall 2016. Preference will be given to applicants who are less financially able to obtain a higher education and may not be receiving other scholarships or grants. "Aspiring Fashion Professional" ScholarshipIf you are interested in pursuing a fashion degree please apply for the "Aspiring Fashion Professional" Scholarship. This scholarship is a one-year-nonrenewable scholarship that awards high school seniors $1000. Selection is based off of academic performance and the student’s application essay. Application and essay are submitted online at www.Fashion-Schools.org. "Aspiring Animation Professional" Scholarship Program- If you are a high school senior interested in pursuing an animation career path then you have the opportunity to win a single $1000 scholarship. Selection is based off of academic performance and the student’s application essay. If you have a passion and drive for an animation or design March 18, 2016 April 15, 2016 April 22, 2016 April 28, 2016 June 1, 2016 June 1, 2016 Scholarships Updated 2-1-2016 related career at a post-secondary school or college please apply. Application and essay are submitted online at www.AnimationCareerReview.com. Aspiring Nurse Scholarship- If you are aspiring to become a nurse please apply for this scholarship. The Aspiring Nurse Scholarship will reward a student who best demonstrates a track record of academic excellence, especially in science and math, and a passion for the nursing profession and the overall field of healthcare. To apply please visit www.nursingschoolsalmanac.com and click the banner on the right-hand side of the page for more information. June 30, 2016