Scholarships

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2009-2010

To access national scholarships go to www.fastweb.com and take 10 minutes to answer questions particular to you.  Fastweb will match you with scholarships for which you qualify.  You will also get reminders sent to your e-mail address when the forms are due.  Good luck!  There is financial assistance out there waiting for you to apply.

PROGRAM: PCCEO – Peoria Citizens Committee for Economic Opportunity, Inc.
AWARD:  Varies
WHO MAY APPLY:  Students who prove financial need for college expenses
HOW TO APPLY:  Applications are in the counseling office
DEADLINE:  July 12, 2010
POSTED:  May 6, 2010

PROGRAM:  Beautiful Sisters, Inc
AWARD:  $750
WHO MAY APPLY:  African-American youth with a 2.5 or greater GPA who complete an application
HOW TO APPLY:  Applications are in the counseling office
DEADLINE:  June 1, 2010
POSTED:  May 6, 2010

PROGRAM:  Bradley University Delta Tau Delta’s Committed to Lives of Excellence Scholarship
AWARD:  Three awards $150, $250 and $500
WHO MAY APPLY:  Men accepted at Bradley for Fall 2010
HOW TO APPLY:  Applications are in the counseling office
DEADLINE:  June 4, 2010
POSTED:  May 6, 2010

Joyce and Thomas H. Stanisic Memorial Scholarship

Established to award scholarships, based on need, to students working toward a degree or certification in the music or healthcare fields.

 Qualifications:
a) Must be a student working towards a degree or certification in a field that falls within the music or healthcare fields. Associate and post bachelor degrees are acceptable.
b) Has maintained a high school or college grade point of at least 2.5.
c) Has demonstrated a desire to succeed.
d) Financial need will be a primary consideration in the selection process.
e) Two (2) reference letters will be required. They are to be from an educator and also an employer, supervisor or counselor.
f) An essay which addresses:

  • Why you need the scholarship.
  • What you want to study and why.
  • What you will do with this educational opportunity.

 

PROGRAM: Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Peoria Alumnae Chapter
AWARD:  Not posted
WHO MAY APPLY:  Students of color (African-Americans, Asian Americans, Latin Americans, Native Americans, and Pacific Islanders), must have a GPA of 2.75 or higher, and community service
HOW TO APPLY:  Applications are in the counseling office
DEADLINE:  April 30, 2010
POSTED:  April 13, 2010

 PROGRAM:  Gates First Robotics Scholarship
AWARD:  Three $2,000 awards
WHO MAY APPLY:  Seniors who participated in First Robotics programs
HOW TO APPLY:  Applications are in the counseling office
DEADLINE:  April 30, 2010

PROGRAM:  Illinois Sheriffs’ Association
AWARD:  $500
WHO MAY APPLY:  Seniors who are permanent Illinois residents accepted as a full-time college student for 2010 – 2011
HOW TO APPLY:  www.ilsheriff.org
DEADLINE:  April 12, 2010
POSTED:  March 10, 2010

 PROGRAM:  Steve Maxheimer Memorial Scholarship
AWARD:  Undisclosed amount
WHO MAY APPLY:  Seniors with strong academic standing who have an active interest in golf
HOW TO APPLY:  Applications are in the counseling office
DEADLINE:  April 2, 2010
POSTED:  March 10, 2010

 PROGRAM:  Ameren Illinois Utilities Scholarship
AWARD:  Renewable $2,500
WHO MAY APPLY:  Minorities (African-American, American Indian, Hispanic, Asian, Alaska Native or Pacific Islander) majoring in electrical, civil, or mechanical engineering who have a GPA of 2.6 or better
HOW TO APPLY:  www.ameren.com click on “community members” in top menu, select “Illinois Community Members,” then, “scholarships” in left column menu
DEADLINE:  April 9, 2010
POSTED:  March 10, 2010

PROGRAM:  2010 Psi U Scholarship Grants for Univerity of Illinois, Urbana    
AWARD:  One of five awards that total of $2,500 
WHO MAY APPLY:  Seniors accepted at the University of Illinoi, Urbana
HOW TO APPLY:  www.illinipsiu.com
DEADLINE:  September 20, 2010
POSTED:  March 10, 2010

 PROGRAM:  Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Nu Pi Omega Chapter
AWARD:  Amount is not posted
WHO MAY APPLY:  Seniors with a 2.8 or higher GPA, an ACT of 16 or higher who are positive role models to youth in African-American communities
HOW TO APPLY:  Applications are in the counseling office
DEADLINE:  April 15, 2010
POSTED:  March 10, 2010

 PROGRAM:  Oratorical Scholarship from the Peter H. Clark Elks Lodge #483    
AWARD:  $500 and ability to compete at regional, state and national levels
WHO MAY APPLY:  Junior or seniors who present a speech
HOW TO APPLY:  Applications are in the counseling office
DEADLINE:  April 9, 2010
POSTED:  March 10, 2010

PROGRAM:  Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority
AWARD:  $750
WHO MAY APPLY:  Minority students with a minimum GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 with leadership qualities and financial need
HOW TO APPLY:  Applications are in the counseling office
DEADLINE:  May 1, 2010
POSTED:  March 1, 2010       

PROGRAM:  Rock Island Post Society of Military Engineers
AWARD:  One year $1,000 or Four year $4,000 scholarships
WHO MAY APPLY:  Seniors accepted to an accredited engineering college program
HOW TO APPLY:  Applications are in the counseling office
DEADLINE:  April 5, 2010
POSTED:  March 1, 2010       

PROGRAM:  Wayne Macomber Memorial Scholarship
AWARD:  $500
WHO MAY APPLY:  RICHWOODS seniors who participated in soccer or choral music for at least one year in the respective area.
HOW TO APPLY:  Applications are in the counseling office
DEADLINE:  March 18, 2010
POSTED:  March 1, 2010

PROGRAM:  George Mangiaracina Memorial Scholarship
AWARD:  Not reported
WHO MAY APPLY:  Seniors who are in the upper half of their class and have been accepted at an Illinois college
HOW TO APPLY:  Applications are in the counseling office
DEADLINE:  April 15, 2010
POSTED:  March 1, 2010

PROGRAM:  Dale Risinger, 37th District General Assembly Scholarship
AWARD:  First year tuition at a state of Illinois four-year university
WHO MAY APPLY:  Residents of the 37th district with scholastic achievement, financial need, and activities and honors
HOW TO APPLY:  Applications are in the counseling office and at www.risinger.senategop.org
If you are not sure which district you reside in, go to www.ilga.gov with your 9-digit zip code.  All of the representatives allocate this scholarship, but you need to discover who your representative is so that you may apply.  We currently have Dale Risinger and David Leitch applications in our Richwoods files.  If you have a different representative, write or call his or her office to obtain an application. 
DEADLINE:  May 1, 2010
POSTED:  February 17, 2010

PROGRAM:  Grand View Chapter American Business Women’s Assoc.
AWARD:  Undisclosed
WHO MAY APPLY:  Seniors accepted at college who have earned a 3.0 GPA or higher
HOW TO APPLY:  Applications are in the counseling office
DEADLINE:  March 12, 2010
POSTED:  February 17, 2010

PROGRAM:  Order of AHEPA’s 13th District Scholarship
AWARD:  25 scholarships total $23,500
WHO MAY APPLY:  Seniors of Greek heritage or who have a parent that is an active member of the AHEPA family and has a 3.0 or better GPA
HOW TO APPLY:  Go online to www.ahepa.org/ and follow the prompts to District 13, application for scholarship
DEADLINE:  March 15, 1010
POSTED:  February 11, 2010

PROGRAM:  Peoria Farm Bureau
AWARD:  $1,000
WHO MAY APPLY:  Seniors planning to attend a two-year community college or four-year university to major in agriculture
HOW TO APPLY:  Applications are in the counseling office
DEADLINE:  March 31, 2010
POSTED:  February 11, 2010

PROGRAM:  Carl Placher Teacher Scholarship
AWARD:  $700
WHO MAY APPLY:  Seniors attending a college or university to major in teacher education
HOW TO APPLY:  Applications are in the counseling office
DEADLINE:  March 1, 2010
POSTED:  February 11, 2010

PROGRAM:  District 150 Scholarship:  Urban Forestry Foundation
AWARD:  Up to $500
WHO MAY APPLY:  Seniors attending college to major in forestry or a related field
HOW TO APPLY:  Applications are in the counseling office
DEADLINE:  March 23, 2010
POSTED:  February 11, 2010

PROGRAM:  District 150 Scholarship:  John W. Gift Independent Insurance Agents Scholarship
AWARD:  $1,000
WHO MAY APPLY:  Seniors accepted into a college to major in business or a business related career 
HOW TO APPLY:  Applications are in the counseling office
DEADLINE:  March 23, 2010
POSTED:  February 11, 2010

 PROGRAM:  District 150 Scholarships:  Tyng School
AWARD:  Up to $500
WHO MAY APPLY:  College bound seniors who attended at least one year at Tyng who have earned academic achievement, character, and the ability to set and achieve goals
HOW TO APPLY:  Applications are in the counseling office
DEADLINE:  March 23, 2010
POSTED:  February 11, 2010

PROGRAM:  River Cup Foundation
AWARD:  Last year $1,000
WHO MAY APPLY:  Golfers who have been active in school and community events
HOW TO APPLY:  Go to www.rivercup.com for electronic applications
DEADLINE:  May 15, 2010
POSTED:  February 11, 2010

PROGRAM:  National Association of University Women, Peoria
AWARD:  Undisclosed amount
WHO MAY APPLY:  Students attending college who have financial need
HOW TO APPLY:  Applications are in the counseling office.  A transcript is required
DEADLINE:  April 14, 2010
POSTED:  February 11, 2010

PROGRAM:  Omega Psi Fraternity, Inc.
AWARD:  Several $500 awards
WHO MAY APPLY:  African-American Seniors with a 2.5 or higher who complete application requirements.  Go to www.RiverCityQues.org for more information.  You will need to request a transcript from your counselor.
HOW TO APPLY:  Applications are in the counseling office
DEADLINE:  February 17, 2010
POSTED:  January 19, 2010

PROGRAM:  The Links Incorporated
AWARD:  $1,000
WHO MAY APPLY:  African-Americans with a GPA of 3.0 or better who live in Peoria and are not related to anyone in The Links Illinois Chapter
HOW TO APPLY:  Go to:  http://www.centralillinoislinksinc.org/scholarship.php and fill out the application online.  You will need to request a transcript from your counselor.
DEADLINE:  February 19. 2010
POSTED:  January 19, 2010

PROGRAM:  AAUW Peoria Branch
AWARD: Amount not posted
WHO MAY APPLY:  Peoria Women who will attend college next year and fill out the required material with an application, submit a high school transcript, and FAFSA forms.
HOW TO APPLY:  Applications are in the counseling office
DEADLINE:  April 15, 2010
POSTED:  January 19, 2010

PROGRAM:  Illinois Lumber and Material Dealers Assoc. Educational Foundation
DISCIPLINE:  Building Trades
AWARD:  Between $500 and $2,000
WHO MAY APPLY:  An Illinois resident who is accepted into an accredited trade school or college
HOW TO APPLY:  Applications are in the counseling office
DEADLINE:  April 1, 2010
POSTED:  January 19, 2010

PROGRAM:  National Defense Transportation Assoc. Scott /St. Louis Chapter
AWARD:  Two $3,500 and four $2,000 scholarships
WHO MAY APPLY:  Residents of Illinois or Missouri attending college next year who fill out the application, request transcripts be sent with ACT or SAT scores and two recommendations
HOW TO APPLY:  Applications are in the counseling office
DEADLINE:  March 1, 2010
POSTED:  January 19, 2010

 PROGRAM:  Illinois AMVETS Service Foundation
DISCIPLINE:  General
AWARD:  $1,000
WHO MAY APPLY:  Senior who has taken the ACT
HOW TO APPLY:  Applications in the counseling office or online at: www.ilamvets.org  Check for other AMVETS scholarships on this site.  There is one for JROTC and children of a deceased father or mother who is a US veteran serving after September 15, 1940.
DEADLINE:  March 1, 2010
POSTED:  January 7, 2010

PROGRAM:   Legislative State School Scholarships  David Leitch
DISCIPLINE:  General
AWARD:  One year tuition to an Illinois State college
WHO MAY APPLY:  Residents of in D. Leitch’s district  (if you are not sure, go to www.ilga.gov, click on the “lookup” function and type in your 9 digit zip code)
HOW TO APPLY:  Applications are in the counseling office
DEADLINE:  April, 2010
POSTED:  January 7, 2010

PROGRAM:  Children of Veterans University of Illinois Tuitition Waiver
AWARD:  Four years tuition at University of Illinois campuses
WHO MAY APPLY:  Children of parents who were in the armed forces during WW 2, the Korean Conflict, the Vietnam Conflict, the Southwest Asia Conflict, Operation Enduring Freedom, and Operation Iraqi Freedom.
HOW TO APPLY:  Applications availble at:  www.osfa.illinois.edu
DEADLINE:  March 1, 2010
POSTED:  January 7, 2010

PROGRAM:  Scramble 4 Scholarship
DISCIPLINE:  Female Golfers
AWARD:  Varies
WHO MAY APPLY:  Seniors accepted into an accredited 2 or 4 year college
HOW TO APPLY:  Write an essay entitled, “As a recipient of the Golf Scholarship, how would I give back to the game after college life?” and fill out an application to accompany the essay   Applications are in the counseling office
DEADLINE:  February 28, 2010
POSTED:  January 7, 2010

PROGRAM:  Verna Ross Orndorff Scholarship 
AWARD:  $1,000
WHO MAY APPLY:  Lifelong Illinois residents in grades 9 – 12
HOW TO APPLY:  Write a research paper of 1,000 to 1,500 words on Abraham Lincoln or a significant event in the Civil War.  Access www.historyillinois.org for more information
DEADLINE:  January 31, 2010
POSTED:  January 7,2010

PROGRAM:  Peoria Promise Scholarship
DISCIPLINE:  General
AWARD:  Tuition at Illinois Central College for up to up to 64 credit hours over three years
WHO MAY APPLY: City of Peoria residence who have attended and graduated from a Peoria public school
HOW TO APPLY:  Apply via the ICC scholarship website
DEADLINE:  TBA – access www.peoriapromise.org
POSTED:  September 11, 2009

PROGRAM:  Central Illinois Center of The Links  
AWARD:  $1,000
WHO MAY APPLY:  African-American seniors with a 3.0 or better GPA who will attend an accredited post-secondary school
HOW TO APPLY:  www.centralillinoislinksinc.org/scholarship.php
DEADLINE:  February 19, 2010
POSTED:  December 8, 2009

PROGRAM:  Body by Milk SAMMY Award
AWARD:  $7,500 plus other perks
WHO MAY APPLY:  Athletes who also do community service.
HOW TO APPLY:  www.bodybymilk.com, scroll to the right and at the top is the Sammy Scholarship icon to click on for the application
DEADLINE:  March 5, 2010
POSTED:  December 8, 2009

PROGRAM:  Kathryn G. Hansen Scholarship
DISCIPLINE:  Business related field, office professional/secretarial fields
AWARD:  Two $500 awards
WHO MAY APPLY:  Seniors who are US citizens, Illinois residents attending college in the posted fields – a preference is given to University of Illinois Students
HOW TO APPLY:  Applications are in the Counseling Office
DEADLINE:  February 12, 2010
POSTED:  November 30, 2009

PROGRAM:  Society of Women Engineers
DISCIPLINE:  Engineering
AWARD:  Two $250 awards
WHO MAY APPLY:  Seniors attending an ABET accredited engineering school (Bradley and University of Illinois)
HOW TO APPLY:  www.society ofwomenengineers.org/centralillinois
DEADLINE:  February 28, 2010
POSTED:  November 30, 2009

PROGRAM:  Independent Order of the Odd Fellows and Rebekahs DISCIPLINE:  Seniors planning to attend a Vocational/Technical school
AWARD:  Amount not posted
WHO MAY APPLY:  Seniors with “C” or better average
HOW TO APPLY:  www.I.O.O.F.-IL.org
DEADLINE:  March 1, 2010
POSTED:  November 9, 2009

PROGRAM:  Gates Millennium Scholars
DISCIPLINE:  General
AWARD:  “Financial support for the cost of an undergraduate education in any academic discipline.”
WHO MAY APPLY:  Any African-American, American Indian, Asian Pacific Islander American or Hispanic American with a GPA of 3.3 or higher and have financial need and are involved in community projects
HOW TO APPLY:  See your counselor
DEADLINE:  January 11, 2010
POSTED:  November 9, 2009

PROGRAM:  Burger King Scholarship
AWARD:  $1,000
WHO MAY APPLY:  Senior who has a GPA of 2.5 or higher, works part-time for at least 10 hours per week or 40 hours per year, is involved in community service activities, demonstrates financial need and plans to attend a college or prep school
HOW TO APPLY:  log on at:  www.havetiyourwayfoundation.org/bksp_application.html  Access key BKS
DEADLINE:  February 1, 2010
POSTED:  October 14, 2009

PROGRAM:  KFC Colonel’s Scholars Program
AWARD:  Up to $5,000 per year for tuition, fees, books, and room and board
WHO MAY APPLY:  Senior with a GPA of 2.75 or higher who is a United States citizen pursuing a bachelor’s degree in a public university
HOW TO APPLY:  Online applications are available beginning December 1, 2009 www.kfcscholars.org
DEADLINE:  February 10, 2010
POSTED:  October 14, 2009

PROGRAM:  Beta Sigma Psi Lutheran Alumni Scholarship
AWARD:  $1,000
WHO MAY APPLY:  Male students accepted at the University of Illinois, Urbana campus
HOW TO APPLY:  Applications are in the counseling office
DEADLINE:  February 1, 2010
POSTED:  October 14, 2009

PROGRAM:  ACT National Poster Contest
AWARD:  1st place $5,000, 2nd  $2,500, and 3rd $1,000
WHO MAY APPLY:  Juniors and Seniors who design and submit a poster 
HOW TO APPLY:  Go to www.actstudent.org/postercontest for the official entry form and more information regarding rules
DEADLINE:  January 30, 2010
POSTED:  October 14, 2009

PROGRAM:  Voice of Democracy – Local sponsor: VFW Peoria Post 814
AWARD:  Amount varies – National grand prize is $30,000
WHO MAY APPLY:  Students 9th – 12 grades
HOW TO APPLY:  Write and record on a tape or CD an original 3 – 5 minute speech regarding the topic:  Does America Still Have Heros? Rules are in the counseling office
DEADLINE:  November 15, 2009
POSTED:  October 9, 2009

PROGRAM: Lincolnland Legends/Illinois Dollars for Scholars
DISCIPLINE:  General
AWARD: $3,000 to $10,000
WHO MAY APPLY:  Illinois juniors or seniors in each of the 19 Congressional Districts who write a 750 – 1,000 word essay about someone from the same district who deserves recognition through service in business and community leadership. 
HOW TO APPLY:  Pick up an application blank in the Counseling Office
DEADLINE:  Essay must be received by December 1, 2009
POSTED:  October 9, 2009

PROGRAM:  Peoria Promise Scholarship
DISCIPLINE:  General
AWARD:  Tuition at Illinois Central College for at least three years
WHO MAY APPLY:  Senior students living in Peoria County
HOW TO APPLY:  Apply via the ICC scholarship website
DEADLINE:  TBA – access www.peoriapromise.org
POSTED:  September 11, 2009

PROGRAM:  The Fire Essay Contest
DISCIPLINE:  General
AWARD:  Up to $5,000
WHO MAY APPLY:  Seniors
HOW TO APPLY:  www.thefire.org/contests
DEADLINE:  November 6, 2009
POSTED:  September 21, 2009

PROGRAM:  The Fountainhead Essay Contest
DISCIPLINE:  General
AWARD:  Up to $10,000
WHO MAY APPLY:  Seniors
HOW TO APPLY:  www.aynrandeducation.com
DEADLINE:  April 26, 2010
POSTED:  September 21, 2009

PROGRAM:  Dr. Seuss 2010 College Scholarship Program
DISCIPLINE:  General
AWARD:  $5,000
WHO MAY APPLY:  Seniors
HOW TO APPLY:  Applications are in the Counseling Office
DEADLINE:  February 15, 2010
POSTED:  September 11, 2009

PROGRAM:  Andy and Jamie Schliepsiek Memorial Scholarship
DISCIPLINE:  General
AWARD:  Varies, but last year the award was more than $2,000
WHO MAY APPLY:  RHS senior w/ 2.0 GPA, and has financial need
HOW TO APPLY:  Applications are in the Counseling Office
DEADLINE:  March 30, 2010
POSTED:  September 11, 2009

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