Batavia High School
SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION
Updated 01-29-2016
Be sure to check the entire list!
SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES for SENIORS:
Prudential Spirit of Community Awards Program
WHO: Volunteers in grades 5-12
WHAT: $1000 award
DEADLINE: November 3, 2015
APPLICATIONS AVAILABLE: http://spirit.prudential.com or www.nassp.org
Overture Awards
WHO: Students who participate in some discipline of fine art
WHAT: Scholarship – varying amounts
DEADLINE: November 9, 2015
APPLICATIONS AVAILABLE: Online at http://www.cincinnatiarts.org/overture_awards.
** NEWThe Farrish Law Firm Superhero Scholarship
WHO: Any senior planning to attend a 2yr or 4yr program
WHAT: $1000
DEADLINE: November 15
APPLICATION AVAILABLE: http://kellyfarrishlaw.com/scholarship
University of Cincinnati Cincinnatus Scholarships
WHO: High school seniors who submit completed applications to UC by the deadline date and who have exceptional
academic achievement and outstanding leadership involvement in their community and/or school. Students must have
a minimum 3.2 unweighted GPA to be considered for scholarships. Official test scores must be sent directly from
testing agency.
WHAT: 10 Cincinnatus awards of $88,000 (est. $22,000 per year covers full tuition, fees, room, board, and a book
allowance)
60 Excellence awards of $65,000 ($16,250 per year)
100 Founders awards of $24,000 ($6,000 per year)
600 University awards of $14,000 ($3,500 per year)
Unspecified number of Century awards of $8,000 ($2,000 per year)
DEADLINE: December 1, 2015
APPLICATIONS AVAILABLE: Student must have submitted a completed application and all supporting materials to the
University of Cincinnati by the December 1, 2015 deadline (no additional scholarship application is necessary). More
information is available online at http://financialaid.uc.edu/sfao/cincinnatus.html
Miami University Merit Scholarships and Miami University Access Initiative Scholarships
WHO: High school seniors who complete applications to MU and who meet qualifications described on website
WHAT: Unspecified number of scholarships of various amounts
DEADLINE: Priority – December 1, 2015
APPLICATIONS AVAILABLE: Online at http://miamioh.edu/admission/merit-grid/index.html
Elks National Foundation Most Valuable Student Scholarships
WHO: Ohio seniors whose parent or grandparent is a member of the Elks Organization
WHAT: Numerous scholarships of various amounts available
DEADLINE: December 4, 2015 – Applications must be submitted to the Elks lodge closest to your home.
APPLICATIONS AVAILABLE: Online at www.elks.org/enf/scholars/mvs.cfm
Take Action Video Contest
WHO: Ohio high school college bound students.
WHAT: Student(s) must submit a 60-second video on consumer scams. Students may work as individuals or in teams of two.
The top three winners will receive $2,500, $1,500, and $1,000 college scholarships respectively.
DEADLINE: December 11, 2015
APPLICATIONS AVAILABLE: www.OhioAttorneyGeneral.gov/TakeActionContest
AXA Achievement Scholarship
WHO: High school seniors who have ambition and drive, determination to set and reach goals, respect for self, family
and community, and the ability to succeed in college
WHAT: One $10,000 scholarship per state, winners of each state compete for ten additional $15,000 awards
DEADLINE: December 15, 2015 (or first 10,000 scholarship applications received)
APPLICATIONS AVAILABLE: Online at http://www.axa-equitable.com/axa-foundation/AXA-achievement-scholarship.html
NFIB Young Entrepreneur Award
WHO: NFIB Young Entrepreneur Awards are open to any graduating high school senior who owns and operates his/her own
small business. Additionally, the student must enter their freshman year at an accredited two- or four-year university,
college or vocational/technical institute during the Fall 2016. Children of NFIB members are eligible to win awards
WHAT: Entrepreneur Awards are non-renewable scholarships created to recognize young people who have demonstrated
entrepreneurial spirit and initiative. The scholarships are valued between $1,000 and $10,000. The NFIB Young
Entrepreneur program was established to raise awareness among the nation’s youth of the critical role that private
enterprise and entrepreneurship play in the building of America.
DETAILS: The NFIB Young Entrepreneur Awards are $1,000. Four NFIB National Young Entrepreneur Awards will be issued
for $5,000. One NFIB Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award will be issued for $10,000.
DEADLINE: December 18, 2015
APPLICATION AVAILABLE: www.NFIB.com/YEA
Hispanic Scholarship Fund - General College Scholarship
PROVIDED BY: Hispanic Scholarship Fund (HSF)
WHO: The Hispanic Scholarship Fund - General College Scholarship is available to high school seniors who are of Hispanic
heritage. You must be a US citizen or legal permanent resident and plan to be enroll full - time in a degree seeking
program at a two - or four - year U.S., Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands, or Guam institution. You must also have a
minimum 3.0 GPA, complete a FAFSA, and be pursuing your first undergraduate or graduate degree to be eligible for
this award
OPENS: January 1, 2016
AMOUNT: $1000 - $5000
AWARDS AVAILABLE: Unspecified
APPLICATIONS AVAILABLE: Online at http://hsf.net/en/scholarships/programs/
FIRE (Foundation for Individual Rights in Education) Essay Contest
WHO: High school juniors and seniors who submit an essay on the topic on the website
WHAT: One $5,000 scholarship, one $2,500 scholarship, and five $1,000 scholarships
DEADLINE: January 1, 2016
APPLICATIONS AVAILABLE: Online at http://www.thefire.org/student-network/essay-contest/
Robert A. Cunningham Memorial Scholarship
WHO: High school seniors who demonstrate volunteerism, open an account with the General Electric Credit Union, and have
“B” average.
WHAT: Five, volunteer based, one-time $2,000 scholarships
DEADLINE: Watch for this year’s availability
APPLICATIONS AVAILABLE: In the Guidance Office or online at
https://www.gecreditunion.org/f8web/?uf=.//PDFs/Current%20Promotions/10.14_Scholarship.pdf
Gates Millennium Scholars Program
PROVIDED BY: Gates Millennium Scholars Program
DEADLINE: January 13, 2016
TYPE OF AWARD: Scholarship
AMOUNT: full tuition good through graduation
AWARDS AVAILABLE: 1000
WEBSITE: http://www.gmsp.org/
DESCRIPTION: The Gates Millennium Scholars (GMS) Program is open to African - American, American Indian / Alaska
Native, Asian Pacific Islander American, and Hispanic American students who are citizens, nationals, or legal permanent residents of
the United States. You must be an entering, full - time, degree - seeking, first - year student and have a minimum 3.3 GPA or have
earned a GED to be considered for this award. You must also demonstrate significant financial need (meet the federal Pell Grant
eligibility criteria) and exhibit leadership abilities through community service, extracurricular or other activities.
Northern Kentucky University Scholarships and Awards
WHO: High school seniors who meet the specific requirements (3.0 GPA and 23 ACT or 1050 SAT and have submitted their
application and all required credentials to the NKU by the January 15, 2013 deadline, no additional scholarship
application is required.
WHAT: Variety of scholarships, requirements, and amounts
DEADLINE: February 15, 2016
APPLICATIONS AVAILABLE: (not yet available) Online at http://financialaid.nku.edu/scholarships.html
Mensa Education and Research Foundation Scholarships
WHO: High school seniors who submit an essay of 550 or fewer words “which state clearly and concisely the applicant’s
career, vocational and academic goals.” Essays must be machine reproduced, double spaced and must conform to
the instructions printed on the application. Please do not send transcripts or academic resumes.
WHAT: Unspecified number of Local Awards through the Jerold Hehn Memorial Scholarship Program of between $500 and
$2,500 AND unspecified number of Regional and National Awards of between $300 to $1,000
DEADLINE: January 15, 2016
APPLICATIONS AVAILABLE: Online at: http://www.mensafoundation.org/scholarships
Elks National Foundation Legacy Awards
WHO: High school seniors who are US citizens and plan to attend college who is a child or grandchild of a living Elks member.
WHAT: 250 scholarships in the amount of $4000 are available
DEADLINE: January 29, 2016
APPLICATIONS AVAILABLE: Online at www.elks.org/enf/scholars
Xavier University St. Francis Xavier Scholarships
WHO: High school seniors who submit completed applications to XU by the deadline date and who have exceptional
academic achievement and outstanding leadership involvement in their community and/or school, rank in the top 5
percent of their high school class and have a minimum SAT of 1360 (ACT of 31). Selected students will be interviewed
on campus in February.
WHAT: Ten full tuition four year scholarships
DEADLINE: February 1, 2016
APPLICATIONS AVAILABLE: Online at http://www.xavier.edu/undergraduate-admission/scholarships/academic.cfm
Xavier University Chancellor Scholarships
WHO: High school seniors who submit completed applications to XU by the deadline date and who have exceptional
academic achievement, rank in the top 5 percent of their high school class and have a minimum SAT of 1360 (ACT of
31). Selected students will be interviewed on campus in February.
WHAT: Fifteen $17,000 four-year scholarships
DEADLINE: February 1, 2016
APPLICATIONS AVAILABLE: Online at http://www.xavier.edu/undergraduate-admission/scholarships/academic.cfm
***DEADLINES BETWEEN FEBRUARY- MAY
Eastern Kentucky University Honors Program
WHO: High school seniors who plan to attend EKU
WHAT: Application for Admission for scholarship consideration
DEADLINE: Priority - February 1, 2016
INFORMATION AVAILABLE: Online at http://scholarships.eku.edu/out-state-students
National Co-op Scholarship Program
WHO: High School Seniors with a GPA of 3.5 or better
WHAT: Merit Co-Op Scholarship for students interested in attending WACE Partner Institutions which includes:
DREXEL, JOHNSON AND WALES, KETTERING, ROCHESTER INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY,
UNIVERSITY OF CINCINNATI, UNIVERSITY OF TOLEDO, & WENTWORTH INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
DEADLINE: February 15, 2016 but early applications are HIGHLY encouraged.
APPLICATIONS AVAILABLE: In the Guidance Office or Online at http://www.waceinc.org/scholarship/index.html
High School Senior Scholarship
PROVIDED BY: American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and AC Engineers
DEADLINE: May 1, 2016
TYPE OF AWARD: Scholarship
AMOUNT: $3000
AWARDS AVAILABLE: 2
WEBSITE: http://www.ashrae.org/membership--conferences/student-zone/scholarships-and-grants/high-school-seniorscholarships
DESCRIPTION: Two scholarships are available to incoming freshman who are enrolled in an ABET-accredited program
leading to a Bachelor of Science or a Bachelor of Engineering Science degree. Your course of study must be related to heating,
ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration. A minimum 3.0 GPA is required and/or a class standing of no less than the top 30 percent.
OHIO JCI Senate Scholarship
WHO: High School Seniors
DEADLINE: January 18, 2016
AMOUNT: $1000 need and academic based scholarships
WEBSITE: ohiojcisenate.org. See Mrs. Poling for a paper copy
GE Credit Union Robert A. Cunningham Memorial Scholarship
WHO: Seniors that are members of GECU
DEADLINE: January 11, 2016
AMOUNT: $2000
WEBSITE: www.gecreditunion.org/current-promotions
BGSU Scholarship
WHO: Seniors applying to BGSU planning to major in math or science education
DEADLINE: January 15, 2016
AMOUNT: $4000 starting out with annual increases
WEBSITE: www.bgsu.edu/action See Mrs. Poling for more details
Ohio Association of Public School Employess
WHO: Children of members of the OAPSE
DEADLINE: March 1 2016
AMOUNT: $2500.00
WEBSITE: See Mrs. Poling for copy
SOAR Scholarship Award
WHO: Students in Clermont County
DEADLINE: March 1
AMOUNT: $500
WEBSITE: www.soarealtors.com Paper application available; See Mrs. Poling
Mercy Clermont Physicians Award
WHO: Seniors in Clermont, Brown, or Adams County majoring in a health career related field.
DEADLINE: March 9 2016
AMOUNT: $
APPLICATION: See Mrs. Poling for a copy of the application
2016 James Kura Memorial Scholarship Contest:
WHO: High School Seniors
DEADLINE: March 15, 2016
AMOUNT: $1000
WEBSITE: www.oacdl.org/scholarship
Ripley Savings Bank:
WHO: Senior majoring in business, finance, accounting
DEADLINE: March 25, 2016
AMOUNT $500
APPLICATION: See Mrs. Poling for a copy of the application
Clermont County Farm Bureau Scholarship:
WHO: Senior majoring in an agricultural related field
DEADLINE: March 31, 2016
AMOUNT: $1000
APPLICATION: See Mrs. Poling for a copy of the application
Robert E Evans Scholarship:
WHO: Seniors majoring in education, business, engineering, liberal arts, math, science, or technology
DEADLINE: March 31, 2016
AMOUNT: varying amounts
APPLICATION: See Mrs. Poling for a copy of the application
Lykins Scholarship:
WHO: Seniors 3.0 gpa or higher
DEADLINE: April 1, 2016
AMOUNT: $500 and See Mrs. Poling for an application
The William D Squires Scholarship:
WHO: OHIO Seniors- need based; See criteria online
DEADLINE: April 5, 2016
AMOUNT: $3000 Renewable
WEBSITE: www.wmdsquiresfoundation.org
Vietnam Veterans Of America Chapter 10:
WHO: Veterans and their immediate family members/dependents
DEADLINE: April 9, 2016
AMOUNT: Varying Amounts from $800-$400
APPLICATION: See Mrs. Poling for a paper copy of the application
PFLAG Scholarship:
WHO: Seniors that demonstrate positive involvement in the LGBT Community
DEADLINE: April 15, 2016
WEBSITE: www.pflagcinci.org or receive a paper application from Mrs. Poling
SCHOLARSHIP WEBSITES
Ohio Board of Regents: State-Funded Financial Aid: https://ohiohighered.org/
Ohio Means Jobs K12: https://jobseeker.k-12.ohiomeansjobs.monster.com/seeker.aspx
U.S. Dept. of Education: FAFSA on the web: http://www.fafsa.ed.gov
Ohio Association of Student Financial Aid: http://www.oasfaa.org
Discus Awards: http://www.discusawards.com/
American College Testing (ACT) – Information for Life’s Transitions: http://www.act.org
College Board: College Board SAT online: http://www.collegeboard.org
KnowHow2Go: http://knowhow2go.acenet.edu/
Big Future:
https://bigfuture.collegeboard.org/
You Can Go: http://youcango.collegeboard.org/
First in the Family: http://www.firstinthefamily.org/highschool/Introduction.html
College Entrance & Scholarship: http://www.petersons.com/college-search/scholarship-search.aspx
FastWeb: Free Scholarship Search Service: http://www.fastweb.com
Scholarships.com Scholarship Search Database: www.scholarships.com
School Soup Scholarship Database:
www.schoolsoup.com
Next Step U: http://www.nextstepu.com
Scholarship Quest Helper: http://www.scholarshipquesthelper.com
Ohio Tuition Trust Authority: Saving for College: http://www.collegeadvantage.com/
DAR National Society Scholarship Program: http://www.dar.org/natsociety/edout_scholar.cfm
College Scholarships for Students with Disabilities: http://www.finaid.org/otheraid/ld.phtml
Greater Cincinnati Foundation: http://www.cincinnatischolarshipfoundation.org/index
Online Education Database Scholarship Directory: http://oedb.org/
College Scholarships for Native American High School Students: http://www.collegefund.org
The Asian & Pacific Islander American Scholarship Fund (APIASF):
African-American Scholarships:
Scholarships & Resources:
www.apiasf.org/
http://blackstudents.blacknews.com/
http://www.thesalliemaefund.org/
Good Call Scholarship Search: http://www.goodcall.com/scholarships/search
A few scholarship pointers….
Remember, you have to enter to win. Everyone is busy and applying for scholarships is time
consuming, but remember these tips:
1. If you spend an hour filling out 10 scholarship applications and you get ONE for $1,000,
that is an excellent hourly rate!
2. Keep copies of your essays on your computer and on a zip drive. You may be able to use
them on several other applications. Be sure to proof read. You do not want to send an
essay for one scholarship with the name of a different scholarship in it.
3. Be sure to follow all instructions carefully, complete the applications neatly, and be sure to
send them at least a week before the printed deadline.
4. Ask a parent, teacher, counselor, or another trusted adult to review the scholarship
application before you send it. You want it to be as perfect as possible. They may catch
something you have missed or need to correct.
5. Keep a copy of every scholarship application you send. Keep organized files for future
reference.
6. Apply for as many scholarships as you can! We hear each year about the “millions of
dollars worth of unclaimed scholarships.” Guess why? NOBODY APPLIES FOR THEM!
7. Make your part-time job this year to apply for scholarships. It is an investment that will pay!
Be sure to contact me if you have any questions. I will do my best to help you find the answers.
Beth Poling
Guidance Counselor
Batavia High School
Phone: (513) 732-2341 x7036
Fax: (513) 732-9740
poling_b@bataviaschools.org