| SCHOLARSHIP NAME |
DEADLINE
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AWARD
AMOUNT
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DETAILS AND REQUIREMENTS |
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| Epsilon Sigma Alpha Outstanding Senior High Youth Award |
3/1/2023 |
$500-$1,000 |
3.0 GPA, 2 letters of recommendation, transcript, essay on "What is the definition of an outstanding individual and how o I personally meet this definition?" |
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| 4th Masonic District Scholarship |
3/1/2023 |
$1,200 (2 awards, one male and one female) |
Must be planning on going to college, must provide FAFSA information, letter of recommendation, brief essay explaining how taking responsibility will play a role in your life as a college student. |
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Jostens 2020 Photo Contest
http://www.jostensphotocontest.com
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3/1/2023 |
$1,000 |
Submit a photo in one of several categories. |
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Ohio Oil and Gas Energy Education Foundation
http://www.oogeep.org
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3/1/2023 |
$1,000 (Renewable) |
2.5 GPA, must have a career goal in the natural gas and oil industry (see Student Services for a list of careers), submit 2 letters or recommendation, 250 word or more essay detailing career goals, provide resume and transcript. |
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| Garmann Miller Scholarship |
3/3/23 |
$1,000 (3 will be awarded) |
Must pursue studies related to professional design services in construction such as architecture, landscape architecture, engineering, interior design or a closely related field. |
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R.K. Thompson Self-Reliance Award
Click link below for application
R.K. Thompson Self-Reliance Award Application
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3/9/23
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$500 (4 female, 4 male awards), $1,000 (one female, one male) |
Award for students who exhibit self-reliance. Given to students who, "do the best with what he or she has". Must fill out application, provide references and write a 300 word essay on what self-reliance means to you. |
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Believe in Ohio Statewide STEM Scholarship
http://www.ohiosci.org/believe-in-ohio/
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3/15/23 |
$2,000 (1 or more to a VW County Student) |
Involved in a STEM project, write an essay, provide 2 letters of recommendation, 3.0 GPA |
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Beyond the Boroughs Scholarship Fund
http://www.beyondtheboroughs.org
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3/15/23 |
Up to $20,000 |
Financial need, 2.5 GPA, involvement in an extra-curricular activity, work experience, completed application, FAFSA. |
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Louie Family Foundation Scholarship
http://www.louiefamilyfoundation.org/scholarship-application
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3/17/23 |
$4,000 (25 will be awarded) |
3.7 GPA, ACT score of 27, 2 reference letters, outstanding personal achievements, leadership qualities and/or community service. |
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Central Insurance Companies Educational & Charitable Foundation Scholarship
http://www.cicecf.org
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3/31/23 |
Up to $5,000 (renewable) |
College major must have a specific use in the insurance industry (see list), 3.0 GPA, fill out application, include transcript, letters of recommendation and an essay, "My career goals" |
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Fields of Learning Scholarship
http://www.fieldsoflearning.org
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3/31/23 |
$1,000 (5 available) |
Write a 700-1500 word essay describing personal learning experiences which involved high school football. Can be players, cheerleaders, band members, spectators, etc. |
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| Shirley Johns Hart Scholarship |
3/31/23 |
$500 (2 will be awarded) |
For VWHS seniors. Based on demonstrated financial need, academic achievement. Must be accepted to a post high school educational institution. Short essay on educational career plan and situational need. |
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| John Fox Maney Memorial Business Scholarship |
3/31/23 |
$1,500 |
For a VWHS senior planning to major in business administration or any other business-related field. Must have financial need, good character and be civic minded. |
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| Margaret Shaffer Maney Memorial Music Scholarship |
3/31/23 |
$1,500 |
For a VWHS senior planning to major in music or music education. Other criteria include financial need and personal character. |
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| Adolph and Letitia Weck Scholarship |
3/31/23 |
$500 (w will be awarded) |
For two VWHS seniors. Must rank in the top 1/3 of the class, explain why you are a worthy candidate for the scholarship. |
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| Van Wert Service Pack Scholarship |
3/31/23 |
$500 (2) |
Must be a 2 year member of the Van Wert Service Pack, 2.75 GPA, rating sheet filled out by 3 teachers or advisors, short essay |
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Mote & Associates Scholarship
http://www.moteassociates.com
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3/31/23 |
$1,000 |
Must be pursuing a degree in engineering, surveying, architecture or closely related field. Write an essay about your goals & aspirations |
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| Farm Focus Scholarship |
3/31/23 |
$500-$1,000 |
For students pursuing a degree in an agricultural related field, GPA 2.5, fill out application, essay explaining why you think agriculture is important now & in the future. |
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Ohio Gas Association Scholarship
http://www.ohiogasassoc.org
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3/31/23 |
$1,000 |
For students planning to pursue a career in the natural gas industry or related energy field (including business). Must plan to attend an accredited Ohio college, 3.0 GPA, 2 letters of recommendation, short essay. |
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Van Wert County Farm Bureau Scholarship
http://www.ofbf.org/foundation/scholarships/van-wert-county-scholarship
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3/31/23 |
$500 |
Student or parent/guardian must be current paid members of the Van Wert County Farm Bureau, 2.5 GPA |
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Lockheed Martin STEM Scholarship
http://www.lockheedmartin.com
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3/31/23 |
$10,000 (200 will be awarded) |
Must demonstrate financial need, 2.5 GPA, must be planning on studying engineering or computer science, demonstrate leadership, participation in school & community activities. |
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| Braun Engineering Scholarship |
4/1/23 |
$1,000 |
Must be a member of Project Lead the Way, school of choice must have an engineering program, major must be engineering specific, 3.0 GPA, demonstrate good character |
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The CHURCH Scholarship
See Student Services
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4/1/23 |
$1,000 (Up to 3 will be awarded) |
Complete application, letter of recommendation, one page essay, "how have you demonstrated godly character within the activities you have been involved in and how have you made a positive impact on the lives around you" |
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United Producers, Inc. Scholarship Program
http://www.uproducers.com/scholarship
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4/1/23 |
$1,500 (Up to 10 will be awarded) |
Must be a member or child/grandchild of a UPI member or nominated by a member. Member must market at least one head of livestock at UPI per year. Fill out application and personal essay |
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| Leslie Scholarship Fund |
4/3/23 |
Varies |
Must have been a member of the Van Wert High School golf team, 2.0 GPA, demonstrated high character traits and leadership qualities. |
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Ohio-Michigan Association of Career Colleges and Schools
http://www.omaccs.org
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4/7/23 |
Wide range |
Available at certain Trade or Technology schools. Student must be nominated by a current member of the Ohio Legislature. Must also send recommendation letters and a short essay. See Student Services by March 5 so that nominations can be made by the deadline. |
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The Trina Langdon Scholarship for P.I.N.K. Graduates
See Student Services for Application
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4/10/23 |
$500 (will be awarded to a VWHS senior girl) |
Complete 2 essay questions, must have 2 years PINK involvement in middle school. |
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Van Wert Optimist Club Scholarship
See Student Services for more Information
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4/14/23 |
$1,000, $1,500, and $2,500 |
Must have 2 letters of recommendation, transcript, volunteer in the community. Volunteer hour sheets are available in the Student Services office. Return applications to Student Services. |
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| VWHS Athletic Booster Club Cougar Pride Award |
4/14/23 |
$500 (2) |
Will be awarded to one male and one female athlete. Must write an essay answering the question, "What does Cougar Pride mean to you?" |
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| Schrader Realty |
4/15/23 |
$500 |
One award will be given to a VWHS senior. Applications available in Student Services
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Ohio Forestry Association Foundation E.B. Miller Memorial Scholarship
http://www.ohioforest.org
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4/15/23 |
Varies |
Must be pursuing a program in forestry resources. |
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Venedocia Lions Scholarship
http://www.venedocialions.org
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4/15/23
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$2,500 |
Must reside in York or Jennings Township in Van Wert County, must plan to attend an institution of higher learning (technical/trade, 2 or 4 year college) |
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| Van Wert Federation of Teachers Scholarship |
4/7/23 |
$750-$1,000 |
2.8 GPA, Must major in education, parent/parents must reside in Van Wert City School district, student must have attended VWHS for at least 2 years. |
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Student View Scholarship Program
http://www.student-view.com
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4/23/23 |
$500-$5,000 (13 will be awarded) |
Online application. You will be asked information about yourself and your familiarity with colleges in our region. |
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Ayn Rand Anthem Essay Contest
http://www.aynrand.org/students/essay-contest
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4/27/23 |
$25-$2,000 (84 will be awarded) |
Write a 600-1,200 word essay on one of threee topics from the book Anthem. |
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Ayn Rand The Fountainhead Essay Contest
http://www.aynrand.org/students-essay-contest
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4/27/23 |
$25-$5,000 (84 will be awarded) |
Write an 800-1,600 word essay on one of three topics from the book The Fountainhead. |
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Think For Yourself Scholarship
http://www.letgrow.org/program/think-for-yourself-scholarship
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4/30/23 |
$1,000-$5,000 (4 will be awarded) |
Must write a 600-800 word essay based on their prompts involving free speech, curiosity and open-mindedness in your everyday life. |
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B. Davis Scholarship
http://www.studentawardsearch.com/scholarships
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5/21/23 |
$1,000 |
Must submit an essay of less than 1,000 words on the topic: Describe the three characteristics of leadership you value most. Discuss why you believe that these traits are so important and how you feel that they are developed in an individual. |
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AFSA Scholarship
http://www.afsascholarship.org
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8/31/23 |
$1,000 (5 will be awarded) |
Must be attending a 2 or 4-year college/university. 5 winners will be randomly selected by a computer-generated drawing. Must apply online. |
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