SCHOLASHIPS FOR 2014 SENIORS
as of March 2014
(**indicates applications available in the A-Tech Resource Center)
Due Date
Scholarship Description
Ongoing
Sun Trust Education Scholarship Contests
This scholarship sweepstakes awards one winner $1000 every two weeks from
Sept 14, 2013 through May 10, 2014 for a total of 15 winners. You may
resubmit an entry every 2 weeks to try to win. Please visit
www.suntrusteducation.com to read the official rules and enter the contest.
Ongoing
$1500 Supercollege Scholarship
Open to all students 18 and older; winners are selected randomly within two
weeks of the deadline; check the website for the next deadline and apply online
at www.supercollege.com/scholarship/.
Ongoing
ScholarshipPoints
This program offers free college scholarships and scholarship contests for
members of the program. Joining is free. Members earn points by logging in
each day, completing surveys and reviewing other sites and services. Earned
points are entered into monthly drawings for the free scholarships.
ScholarshipPoints is a Better Business Bureau accredited business. To get more
information go to: www.scholarshippoints.com.
Ongoing
Imagine America Scholarship
Many career colleges participate in this program (Bryant & Stratton, Art Institute
of Pittsburgh, Erie Business Center, Triangle Tech, Le Cordon Bleu, Trumbull
Business College, Lincoln Technical Institute, Ohio Technical College, and
Academy of Court Reporting and Wyo Tech are a few that are participating this
year). Go to www.imagine-america.org/scholarship to see what is offered. ATech may nominate FIVE graduating seniors for this scholarship. Winners must
still be accepted and approved by the technical or trade school.
Ongoing
Christian Connector Scholarships
Winners are selected at randomly throughout the year; recipient must have
plans to enroll for the first time as a full-time student at a Christ-centered
Christian college or Bible college. Go to www.christianconnector.com to enter
the drawing.
Ongoing
$2000 “No Essay” College Scholarship
This opportunity is open to high school students, adults looking to head back to
school and current college students planning to attend college or graduate
school within 12 months.”Two minutes to enter, anyone can win!” Simply log in
or register for a free account for the monthly random drawing. Winners are
selected by a random drawing held within 15 days of the end of each month.
Go to: https://collegeprowler.com/scholarship/apply.
Ongoing
Captain U Student-Athlete Scholarship
This is a college sports recruiting platform that helps top student-athletes get to
the next level. All high school student-athletes that plan to attend a 4-year
college may apply; must complete a free Captain U Profile online at:
www.captainu.com/scholarship. Winners are selected quarterly.
Ongoing
“Go Ennounce Yourself”Scholarship
This is a monthly scholarship drawing that lets you share you educational goals
and show what you are passionate about at school. Once you register you are
considered every month just by sharing what is happening in school such as
getting a good grade on a test, completing a special project, etc. You must be
planning to attend a 4-year college. Apply by the 30th of each month. Winners
are announced on Facebook on the 10th of each month. Go to:
www.goennounce.com to register.
Open
Print and Graphics Scholarships
Applicants must be interested in a career in graphic communications, printing
technology or management or publishing; may be going to any 2- or 4-year
college, trade/technical school or university. Selection is based on academic
record, class rank recommendations, biographical information, and extracurricular activities. Visit www.printing.org/ to get the application form.
Open
Chef2Chef Scholarship Fund: Culinary Grant Program
You must be planning to attend an accredited culinary school or institute.
Selection based on demonstrated financial need, participation in online culinary
forum and essay. Deadlines vary. Applications available at:
www.chefs4students.org/
Open
Courage to Grow Scholarship Program
Applicants must have an overall minimum GPA of 2.5 or better and submit an
essay of 250 or less. One award of $500 will be given out per month. Applicants
can reapply each month throughout the year. To get the application visit:
http://couragetogrowscholarship.com/
Open
Women’s Independence Scholarship
Scholarship to enable female survivors of domestic violence (partner abuse) to
return to school to gain skills necessary to become independent and selfsufficient; requires sponsorship by nonprofit domestic violence service agency;
first priority candidates are single mothers with young children with financial
need. For the application and more information go to: www.wispinc.org/
Open
Tuition Exchange Scholarships
The tuition Exchange is an association of over 600 colleges and universities
awarding over 5,900 full or substantial scholarships each year for children and
other family members of faculty and staff employed at participating institutions.
Application procedures and deadlines vary by school. For more information visit:
www.tuitionexchange.org/
Varies
United Negro College Fund
Numerous NACCP scholarships for African American students can be found at:
www.uncf.org/forstudents/scholarship.asp and
www.uncf.org/forstudents/applynow.asp. Many awards have deadlines year
round.
Varies
Hispanic Scholarship Fund
Scholarships with varying award amounts and deadlines for Hispanic graduating
seniors can be located at www.hsf.net/Scholarships
Varies
Student Leaders Program, NACA Foundation
Several programs with deadlines year round for college students in leadership
capacity can be found at:
www.naca.org/Scholarships/Pages/ScholarshipListings.aspx.
Varies
Choose Ohio First Scholarships
This program awards Ohio colleges and universities to recruit and retain more
Ohio students into STEM (science, technology, engineering mathematics and
medicine) fields. Over 41 Ohio public and private institutions participate in this
program. To see the participating schools and information relating to each
school go to http://ohiohighered.org/chooseohio1st/programs.
Mar 31
June 30
Mar 19
Live Poets Society of New Jersey Contest
High school students can enter their poems of 20 lines or less; must be
unpublished, the sole work of the entrant and not be entered in any other
concurrent contest; only ONE poem per student may be entered into each
contest. There are 4 contests per year. For more info & to enter visit
www.highschoolpoetrycontest.com
**Howland High School Community Scholarships
Howland seniors can fill out one application that covers 40 community
scholarships! See the application for details. Howland HS students can also go
to: www.howlandschools.com/downloads to get the application if they have
misplaced the one given to them by Mr. Campana.
Mar 30
Mar 30
OUTLAW STUDENT SCHOLARSHIPS
Fomerly Straightfoward Media, this source offers a number of specific
scholarships that select winners every 3 months. Essays are: “Why is the
completion of a post-secondary program important to you?” and “How will this
scholarship help you meet your educational and professional goals?” To apply go
to: www.outlawstudent.com
Medical Professionals Scholarship
Open to applicants planning to prepare for any type of work in medicine.
Minority Scholarship
Any minority racial/ethnic group member planning to attend a 2- or 4-year
college, university, trade/vocational school or continuing education program
may apply.
Mar 31
**Minority Journalism Scholarship
The Ohio Newspaper Foundation offers this scholarship to applicants that are
African American, Hispanic, Asian American or American Indian, have a GPA of
2.5 or higher, and plan to major in a degree program in a field relevant to the
newspaper industry, particularly journalism, advertising, marketing or
communications at an Ohio college or university.
Mar 31
Fields of Learning Scholarship Contest
Applicants must submit an essay of between 500- and 1500-words with theme
being “Something I learned related to high school football”. The contest is open
to every high school senior. For complete instructions including how the essays
will be judged and where to send emails or hard copies, go to the website:
www.fieldoflearning.org.
Mar 31
Orphan Foundation of America: Casey Family Scholarship
Open to young people under the age of 25 who spent 12 months prior to their
18th birthday in foster care of who were adopted or placed into legal
guardianship from foster care after their 16th birthday; renewable for up to 5
years based on satisfactory progress and financial need; special requirements
exist. Visit www.orphan.org to apply.
Mar 31
**Edward J. Harvey Scholarship
Applicants must be planning to attend any higher education institution
(accredited by a regional accrediting association) on a full-time basis.
Preferences will be given to students showing financial need and satisfactory
academic achievement or ability (GPA of 2.5 or above). Scholarship applicants
are also recognized by ACT/SAT scores and outside activities and a 500-word
essay.
Mar 31
**Ashtabula County Safety Council Scholarship
Applicants must be an employee, or spouse/child of an employee of an active
member company of the Ashtabula County Safety Council; show a desire to
complete a training or degree program at an accredited institution – priority will
be given to applicants who show an interest in Safety Related Training or
Education but may be awarded to a student in any career field. A type-written
essay and three letters of recommendation are required. Please see application
for details.
Mar 31
**The James R. Hoffa Memorial Scholarship
The applicant’s parent or grandparent must me a member of the Teamsters
Union; rank in the top 15% of their high school class; have or expect to have
excellent SAT or ACT scores; and demonstrate financial need. Your associate
school counselor must complete the application form and supply an official
transcript; your completed for is then sent by you to the Teamster member
relation’s Local Union, System Federation or National Division.
Apr 1
Print and Graphics Scholarships
Applicants will need to be pursuing a full-time program of study at an accredited
two- or four-year technical school, college or university to pursue a career in
graphic communications, printing technology, printing management or
publishing. You must submit a copy of your ACT or SAT score, your official
transcript, a copy of your intended course of study from the college you plan to
attend. You will need to provide the link to the Reference Form to two
references. For more information and the application, go to www.pgsf.org.
Apr 1
Peter Pasula Study Habits Scholarship
Applicants must be attending an accredited post-secondary institution by the fall
of 2014, may be enrolled at any level in any program that is two years in length
or longer and must answer the essay question on the website online application
form which can be found on www.mortgagebrokerscoquitlam.com.
Apr 2
American Fire Sprinkler Association Scholarship Contest
Applicants read the “Fire Sprinkler Essay” and take a 10 question multiple choice
open book test. You can refer to the essay text online or refer to a printed copy.
You receive notification of questions answered incorrectly. You will be given one
more chance to answer those questions q=correctly. The number of questions
answered correctly equals the number of times your name will be entered into
the scholarship drawing. To apply go to: www.afsascholarship.org.
Apr 5
The William D. Squires Scholarships
Eligibility for this scholarship is primarily based on financial need. The Estimated
Family Contribution (EFC) on your Free Application for Federal Student Aid
(FAFSA) Student Aid Report (SAR) must be less than 8,000 to apply. Applicants
must already know their career goals, be highly motivated, have good character,
show academic promise and have a GPA of 3.20 or better. For a copy of the
application and detailed information visit: www.wmdsquiresfoundation.org
Apr 7
Primary Health Network Health Professionals Scholarship
Primary Health Network charitable Foundation Scholarship
These scholarships require applicants to have a GPA of 3.0 or better. Applicants
must be pursuing a degree/certificate in Administrative/Clinical health care field
(examples include dental hygiene, massage therapy, medical billing/coding; see
application for more). One letter of recommendation and an essay describing
your future goals are required. Go to: www.phnfoundation.net.
Apr 10
**Ashtabula County Farm Bureau Scholarship
Applicants’ parent/guardian must have been a member of the Ashtabula County
Farm Bureau for the past 3 years; be a full-time enrollee of any field in a two- or
four-year college or university working toward an undergraduate degree; must
submit the application, a photo of yourself and a 500-word essay that includes
your school and non-school activities, hobbies/interests and any other
information to consider.
Apr 11
Ohio Association of Career Colleges and Schools Legislative Scholarship
34 participating Ohio career colleges and schools offer full and one-half tuition
or specific dollar amount scholarships for specific areas of study at specific
institutions for diploma, certificate, Associate and Bachelor Degrees. Applicants
need a “C” average, must be nominated by a current member of the Ohio
Legislature (your A-Tech Guidance Counselor or Mrs. Peck, ACCESS Advisor will
help with this), and must submit two letters of recommendation and write a
250-word statement explaining why you want a career in the field you list on the
application. Some of the participating schools are: Art Institute of Ohio –
Cincinnati; Cleveland Institute of Dental-Medical Assistants, Mentor; Brown
Mackie College, Akron; Bryant & Stratton, Eastlake; ETI Technical College of
Niles; ITT Technical Institute, Columbus; and Trumbull Business College. You may
apply to up to three different scholarships on separate applications. See your ATech Guidance Counselor or Mrs. Peck to go further with this scholarship
application.
Apr 11
**Grand Valley Ruritan Club Community Service Scholarship
Applicants must be a Grand Valley senior with an overall GPA of 2.0 or higher.
The GV Ruritans will be looking for applicants with volunteer community service
hours and high school activities. There are several short answer questions on the
application.
Apr 11
**Jeffrey B. Meddock Memorial Scholarship
Applicants must be a senior from Pymatuning Valley High School; submit a typed
application, a copy of their transcript with 7th semester grades, a letter of
recommendation form a community member addressing community service, a
letter of recommendation from a faculty member addressing academic
performance, a copy of their acceptance letter from the post-secondary
institution or technical school and a typed essay –see the application for the
theme of the essay. Submit everything to PVHS Guidance Office.
Apr 11
**J. Wendell Marvin Scholarship
Applicants must be a senior from Pymatuning Valley High School that is accepted
as a full-time student at a school of higher learning which grants a degree
beyond a high school diploma; submit a current transcript, a completed typed
application and a typed essay stating why they deserve this scholarship and why
they need financial assistance. Submit everything to PVHS Guidance Office.
Apr 11
**Melinda F. Smyth Scholarship
Applicants must be a Pymatuning Valley High School senior; must submit a 500word essay (see application for what to include in the essay), a copy of your
acceptance letter to an institution of higher learning and a current copy of your
high school transcript. Submit everything to PVHS Guidance Office.
Apr 14
Dale E. Fridell Memorial Scholarship
For students currently attending or planning to attend a university, college,
trade school, technical institute, vocational training or other postsecondary
education program.
Nursing School Scholarship
Open to those planning to enroll in a nursing school program.
Teacher Scholarships
Applicants must be pursuing a degree or course of study with the intent of
becoming a teacher of any kind at any level.
Apr 14
Apr 14
Apr 21
**A-Tech Student Scholarship
A-Tech seniors with an overall GPA of 2.5 or better planning to enroll at any
trade/technical post-secondary school, two- or four-year college or university
can apply. Three letters of recommendation are required (one from your career
tech instructor; one from an academic teacher; one from another academic
teacher, an employer, youth group leader, etc. Submit the application and your
letters of recommendation to your A-Tech Guidance Counselor.
Apr 21
**A-Tech Teachers’ Association Scholarship
A-Tech seniors with an overall GPA of 3.0 or better planning to enroll at any
trade/technical post secondary school, two- or four-year college or university
can apply. Attendance may also be taken into consideration. Three letters of
recommendation are required (one from our career tech instructor, one from an
academic instructor and one from an adult you know within the community.)
Submit the application and your letters of recommendation to your A-Tech
Guidance Counselor.
Apr 23
National Restaurant Association: Pro Start Certificate of Achievement
Scholarship
First-Time Freshman Scholarship
Undergraduate Scholarship
Al Schuman Ecolab Entrepreneurial Scholarship
Applicants for the Pro Start Scholarship must have earned a Pro Start National
Certificate of Achievement and be continuing their education after high school in
a restaurant or food service program. To get the applications and to see the
requirements for the other scholarships, please go to: www.nraef.org.
Apr 25
**Ashtabula Lions Harris-Dean Memorial Scholarship
Seniors from Edgewood, Lakeside, Jefferson or St. John High Schools are eligible
to apply. Selection is based on a balanced consideration of leadership, character,
and achievement in and outside the classroom and a financial need; must be
planning to attend an accredited American college or university on a full-time
basis. Applicants must submit a copy of their transcript and their SAT or ACT
results.
May 1
**Ashtabula County Agricultural Scholarship Fund
This fund offers a number of different scholarships with specific requirements
such as: planning to study agriculture, natural resources, family & consumer
sciences, animal sciences or environmental sciences; come from a commercial
dairy farm family; derive a portion of the family’s income from farming or
construction, be a member of 4-H. Applicants must submit an official transcript
that includes class rank, two letters of recommendation and a head and
shoulder photo. Applicants may also complete an electronic ADOBE version form
that can be found at: www.go.osu.edu/ne-events.
May 1
**The Preston Family Annual College Scholarship
Applicants must have an overall GPA of 3.0 or better; submit one current
transcript, two letters of recommendation and one type-written page that
answers the question: “What does this scholarship mean to me?
May 1
**The Ruth Fael Memorial Scholarship
Applicants must be a Pymatuning Valley High School senior; applied or been
accepted by an institution of higher learning; plans to pursue studies in fields
relating to English, music or library science. A letter of application is required –
see the application for what to include in the letter. Submit everything to the
PVHS Guidance Office.
May 1
**Ashtabula County Cattlemen’s Association 2014 Youth Scholarship
Applicants must be planning to attend an accredited full four-year college or an
accredited two-year technical institute in 2014-2015. First preference will be
given to a deserving student who has been involved in the beef industry as a
youth (working on a family beef farm, involved in a beef project through 4-H or
FFA, etc.). Second preference will be given for a student planning to study a beef
related field. An official transcript is required.
May 1
**The Bloom Family 4-H Scholarship
Applicants must be in incoming freshman planning to attend The Ohio State
University or ATI. The application requires information about your number of
years as a 4-H member and 4-H projects taken, 4-H county and state activities
and honors and awards received, local and county 4-H offices held, other
leadership experiences through 4-H, what you have learned through 4-H and the
impact 4-H has made upon your plans for the future, experiences in school,
community and/or other groups and activities, etc.
May 1
**Ashtabula County 4-H Foundation Scholarship
Applicants must have been a member of the Ashtabula County 4-H program for
at least 5 years and been accepted to a college, university, technical or trade
school. Applicants must submit the completed application, a current transcript
of grades, a letter of support from your academic advisor or school guidance
counselor, a photo of yourself and a one page statement of financial need. The
scholarship will be awarded based on: participation in 4-H activities and
programs, service to the community, character, financial need and scholastic
record.
May 1
Bradford School Scholastic Achievement Scholarship
Applicants planning to enroll in Bradford School to study Graphic Design,
Medical Assisting or Culinary Arts (Pro Start 2014 graduate) need to have a GPA
of 3.0 or better. Winners will receive $1000 for their 1st academic year and the
opportunity to receive up to an additional $1000 in their 2nd academic year. Go
to: www.BradfordSchoolColumbus.edu for more information and to apply.
May 2
**William H. Searcy Memorial Scholarship
Applicants must be enrolling in an approved program for the preparation of
teachers, be in the top 25% of his/her graduating class, be of sound character,
demonstrate above-average achievement on college entrance exams,
demonstrate involvement in extracurricular activity and community service.
Three letters of recommendation and an essay are required.
May 2
**Gold Pride Scholarship
Applicants must be a Pymatuning Valley senior accepted as a full-time student at
a college or university or at a trade school; must submit a current high school
transcript, the most recent report card, a list of all extracurricular activities (i.e.
band, drama, FFA, FCCLA, etc.), a list of all sports played at PVHS, a list of any
academic honors that have been received and a list of any community services
the applicant has been a participant of during high school. Submit everything to
the PVHS Guidance Office.
May 2
**The Thomas E. & Jacalyn L. Vogt Scholarship
Applicants must be a Pymatuning Valley High School senior with an overall GPA
of 2.7 or better. The completed application, a copy of your current transcript
with 7th semester grades and an essay (minimum of 200 words) explaining your
financial need and future goals must be submitted to PVHS Guidance Office.
May 9
**Cherry Valley Mothers Club Scholarship
Applicants must be a Pymatuning Valley High School senior planning to attend a
two- or four-year college, vocational, technical or business school. Applicants
must include a cover sheet with their name, address, their parents’ name,
number of family members in college, other scholarships received, school they
plan to attend, a current transcript and any other pertinent information. Also
include a 250-word essay about your plans, goals and why you think you should
receive the scholarship. Return your cover sheet and essay to the PVHS
Guidance office.
May 16
**Americans of Italian Heritage Scholarship
Applicants must be a high school senior with a GPA of 2.5 or higher, have at least
one parent of Italian descent, be a well-rounded student that can demonstrate
dedication and commitment to continuing your education and you must
demonstrate a financial need. Applicants must submit an official transcript and a
copy of the current Official Financial Aid Award Letter from the school you will
attend.
May 30
Maple Leaf Dentistry Scholarship
Applicants must have completed at least 100 hours of volunteer work over the
last 2 years (if chosen as the winner, the individual you name in the organization
that can verify the time you spent participating will be contacted); you must be
attending school at the undergraduate level in the fall of 2014. Applications can
be found at www.peterboroughdentists.com.
May 31
**Teamsters Joint Council No. 41 $1000 College Tuition Scholarship
Applicants must be the son or daughter of an active, retired, disabled/deceased
or laid-off Teamster member who has or had at least 12 months of consecutive
membership in good standing in the Teamsters union affiliated with Joint Council
No. 41; be in the top 15% of his/her highs school class; plan to submit excellent
SAT or ACT scores and plan to attend a regionally accredited college or
university. Those who plan to attend non-academic or certificate programs may
not apply.
Jun 1
**Conneaut Hospital Thrift Shop Student Scholarship
Residents of Ashtabula county age 17 and older who are enrolled as high school
seniors or graduates may apply. Applicants’ area of study must be in the health
field such as nursing, dental, X-ray/lab technician, etc. Applicants or prior
recipients may reapply annually for a scholarship; two letters of
recommendation and an essay required – see application for details.
July 1
The Ohio War Orphans Scholarship
This program awards tuition assistance to the children of deceased or severely
disables Ohio veterans who served in the armed forces during a period of
declared war or conflict. A student must be enrolling for full-time undergraduate
study and pursuing an associate or bachelor's degree at an eligible Ohio college
or university. To get more information and the application go to:
www.ohiohighered.org/ohio-war-orphans.
July 8
Ohio Dental Association Expanded Function Dental Assistant Scholarship
Open to seniors that are accepted in a dental program at an ADA-accredited
Ohio school. Selection is based on formal application, including 2 references,
academic achievement record and biographical sketch. Applications and
instructions are available online at: www.oda.org.abouttheoda/scholar.cfm.
Applications are to be mailed to the Ohio Dental Association Foundation.
ADDITIONAL SOURCES:
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Guidance offices at your associate school have scholarship information
Associate schools post scholarship information on their websites:
Conneaut www.conneautschools.org
Edgewood www.buckeyeschools.info
Geneva www.genevaschools.org
Grand Valley www.grand-valley.k12.oh.us
Howland www.howlandschools.com
Jefferson www.jefferson.k12.oh.us
Lakeside www.aacs.net
Ledgemont www.ledgemont.k12.oh.us
Pymatuning Valley www.pvschools.k12.oh.us
Saints John & Paul www.ssjp.org
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Scholarship search websites such as:
www.apps.collegeboard.com/cbsearch_ss/welcome.jsp
www.collegenet.com/mach25/
www.collegescholarships.com
www.ed.gov/prog_info/SFA/StudentGuide
www.ed.gov/Programs/easistate.html
www.ed.gov/studentaid
www.educaid.com
www.fastweb.com
www.fastat.org
www.finaid.org
www.free-4u.com
www.freshinfo.com/
www.gocollege.com
www.gcaasf.com
www.petersons.com
www.powerstudents.com
www.salliemae.com
www.scholaraid.com
www.scholarships.com
www.scholarships4students.com
www.scholarships101.com
www.srnexpress.com
www.WeeklyScholarshipAlert.org
www.wiredscholar.com
www.zinch.com
Many of the scholarships posted on this “Scholarships for 2014 Seniors” were found using the
Financial Aid Sort on the Ohio Career Information System (OCIS). These are just a small sampling of the
scholarship opportunities contained on OCIS and scholarship search websites. Be sure to look for
scholarships that relate to your program of study, ethnic heritage, sport or club affiliation, hobbies and
interests. To use the Financial Aid Sort on OCIS go to:
http://ocis.ode.state.oh.us
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