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           Non-local Scholarship Opportunities

 

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Periodically throughout the year, when I receive scholarship information, it will be posted here. For scholarship opportunities that have websites listed, please go to that website for application information. If you have questions please see Mrs. Bibb.

BUSINESS

Better Business Bureau Student of Integrity Scholarships

Integrity is to practice honest and ethical behavior. BBB Serving Wisconsin awards high school seniors planning to attend a Wisconsin college with the Student of Integrity Scholarship for demonstrating these behaviors. As these ethical scholarship recipients pursue their careers, the BBB aims to develop future business leaders who promote ethics and honesty in the Wisconsin marketplace.

Amount: $2500  Click here for information.  Deadline: Friday, Feb. 12, 2021 at 4pm.

WASBO Foundation 2021 Dr. Bambi Statz Academic Scholarship
$2,000 scholarship opportunity for an individual who is currently working toward a degree and certification in school business management in Wisconsin. Applications will be due February 1, 2021. To review application guidelines and to apply please go to
https://wasbo.com/WASBO/About_Us/Scholarships_WASBO/Scholarships_Grad.aspx

Tri-County Human Resources Association Scholarship ($1000)

TCHRA [www.tricountyhra.com/] in Platteville has created a business scholarship opportunity. Open to graduating Seniors from Lafayette, Grant, or Iowa Counties. Must have a minimum 3.0 GPA. Scholarship preference given to student intending to major in Business Administration (HR Focus).  Applications due April 15th and awarded May 1st. APP.  

Leo Stoll Jr. Stoll Scholarship

To apply you must be looking at a field in business management or a related field. This scholarship is due March 31, 2022.  PDF

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MEDICAL/NURSING/HEALTHCARE

Medical Associates Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) scholarship

  • You are ready for a change and excited for a career in healthcare

  • You have experience in customer service or healthcare and enjoy helping people

What does the scholarship include:

  • Fully-funded tuition assistance!

  • Attend the Medical Assistant program at Northeast Iowa Community College (NICC), beginning in August

  • AAMA certification exam fee paid after completion of the program 

  • Full-time job guarantee at Medical Associates upon successful completion of the program

Mercy One Medical Center-Dubuque, High School Nursing Scholarships

There are several different scholarships available for students you are going into the nursing field. Qualifying student can access the scholarship application on Mercy’s website
Deadline: March 24, 2023. Click here for additional details.  PDF

Midwest Medical Center Medical Education Financial Assistance Program

There are five loan/scholarship programs available through Midwest Medical Center to provide financial assistance
to persons pursuing an education in a medical field at an accredited school of the student’s choice.
Persons planning to enter careers in nursing, physical therapy, medicine, dentistry, as well as careers in related
technical fields, such as radiology, laboratory, or some other qualifying medical profession are eligible to apply. All loan/scholarship applications must be submitted to the Hospital. PDF

Southwest Health Foundation

The Southwest Health Foundation is offering scholarship funds to students pursuing a healthcare career. To be eligible for the scholarship candidates must either:

  • be a graduating high school senior and reside within the communities of Platteville, Cuba City, Belmont, Livingston, Mineral Point, Montfort, Rewey, Dickeyville, Hazel Green, Potosi, Benton and Shullsburg.

  • be four years or less post high school graduation and reside within the communities of Platteville, Cuba City, Belmont, Livingston, Mineral Point, Montfort, Rewey, Dickeyville, Hazel Green, Potosi, Benton and Shullsburg.

  • be, regardless of residence, a dependent of a Southwest Health employees who is a graduating high school senior or is four years or less post high school graduation.

  • be an employee of Southwest Health

https://www.southwesthealth.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Scholarship-Application-2020.pdf

Joseph L. Runde Memorial Scholarship

Available to students from: Belmont High School, Benton High School, Cuba City High School, Platteville High School, Potosi High School, Shullsburg High School, Southwestern High School.

Eligibility: Established to assist worthy graduating female seniors from Hazel Green, Belmont, Benton, Cuba City, Platteville, Potosi, or Shullsburg High Schools who intend to pursue a degree (university, college or technical school) in the field of healthcare sciences. The applicant must have achieved a high school cumulative grade point average of 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale).

https://cfsw.org/schools/southwestern-high-school/

Grand River Medical Group Scholarship

We are offering three $500 scholarships to graduating seniors who have an interest in healthcare or a health-related field.

  • See the attached document for application and requirements.

  • Deadline for this is Friday, April 1st at noon CST. PDF

Certified Medical Assistant Scholarship

This scholarship is a 100% tuition assistance scholarship for the 2022-2023 school year at Northeast Iowa Community College (NICC), in Peosta, IA for their Medical Assistant Program.

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AG/DAIRY

Grant County Dairy Herd Improvement Association Scholarship

This is a cash scholarship given to a deserving student.  This will be given out at the annual meeting set for Feb. 19, 2020.  Deadline: January 31st.  Download application.

America's Farmers GROW AG Leaders

Rural Communities scholarship for students looking at an ag-related field of study through FFA. $1,500.00 Due: January 15, 2020.

https://www.ffa.org/scholarships

https://www.ffa.org/SiteCollectionDocuments/sch_AFGAL_student-instructions.pdf

Wisconsin Cattlemen's Scholarship Program

Scholarships are available to any high school senior enrolled or planning to enroll in any university, technical college, a community college in the United States, and the University of Wisconsin-Madison Farm and Industry Short Course Program. Due February 18, 2020.

https://www.wisconsincattlemen.com/resources/scholarships

Grant County Cattlemen's Scholarship

Three $500 scholarships will be awarded. Must be a resident of Grant County, Wi, and have a background in beef, veal or dairy industry. Student can be entering any year of college. Applications are due April 1, 2023.

Grant County Farm Bureau

Open to high school senior students residing in Grant County. Preference will be given to applicants pursuing a post-secondary education in an agricultural field.  The applicant or their parent(s)/guardian(s) MUST be a Grant County Farm Bureau member. Complete application here. Deadline is April 25th.

Grant County Farm Progress Days

A $500 scholarship will be awarded to a Grant County resident who is a graduation high school senior. Must be pursuing a course of study in a 2-yr or 4-yr School of Agriculture. For more information or to complete the application, click here.  For more information, visit https://grant.extension.wisc.edu/2021/02/03/grant-county-farm-progress-days-scholarship/

Deadline is March 1st.

Southwestern Wisconsin Cheesemakers Association Scholarship up to $3000

Open to those seeking 2- and 4-year degree programs in Dairy Science, Food Science, Agricultural Business Management, Life Science Communication, and related fields.

Deadline March 31st. PDF  APP

Compeer Financial Scholarships

http://bit.ly/2s9Ue7a    (120) $1500 Scholarships awarded in their 144 county territory

Wisconsin Rural Opportunities Foundation (WROF)

http://www.wrof.org/scholarships/wrof-premier-scholarship-application

Up to $10K for the student and $5K for your CTE program! Applicant must be living in a "rural" area.

Innovative Ag Services (6) $1000 scholarships

Parent or guardian must be an active patron of Innovative Ag Services.  PDF

Grant County Extension Scholarship $500

Must be a Grant County resident pursuing a course of study in a recognized 2- or 4-year School of Agriculture. Download app here.

Agriculture Scholarship Centre for Basis Trading Education, Inc. PDF

Doug & Janice Steinback Family Scholarship

Eligibility: Established to assist students from Southwest Wisconsin (graduates of a Grant, Iowa, Lafayette, Crawford or Richland county high school) who intend to pursue a degree in the field of agriculture, life science, biology and/or chemistry. The applicant must have achieved a high school cumulative grade point average of 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale). Preference may be given to students who also demonstrated involvement in community and school activities. Preference may be given to students with financial need.

https://cfsw.org/schools/southwestern-high-school/

Platteville Consumers Cooperative Scholarship

Eligibility: Established to benefit graduating seniors of the high schools within the association’s market area: Belmont, Benton, Cuba City, Darlington, Iowa-Grant, Lancaster, Platteville, Shullsburg, and Southwest Wisconsin Communities High School. Students must be pursuing post-high school education in the field of agriculture or agribusiness.  https://cfsw.org/schools/southwestern-high-school/

Wisconsin Bankers Foundation - Agricultural Banking Scholarship

The Wisconsin Bankers Foundation is accepting applications for its Agricultural Banking Scholarship, which is offered every year. This scholarship program is open to all students attending an accredited Wisconsin college, university, or technical college who are interested in pursuing a career in agricultural banking.  
Two awards of $1,000 each will be given to qualified applicants who submit complete applications. The deadline for applications is Monday, November 15, 2021.  http://app.smarterselect.com/programs/76247-Wisconsin-Bankers-Association

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AUTOMOTIVE/DIESEL TECH

Foundation of WATDA

The Foundation of Wisconsin Automobile and Truck Dealers Association awards 70 to 90 scholarships per year to students attending Wisconsin Technical Colleges for Automotive, Diesel, Auto Collision and Motorcycle technician programs.

Over the past three years, the Wisconsin Automobile and Truck Dealers Foundation has awarded more than $1.5 million in scholarship packages to 230+ students pursuing an automotive, collision, or diesel education at one of Wisconsin’s 16 technical colleges.  In 2021 alone, we awarded approximately $700,000 in scholarship packages to more than 90 students. 

This year again, they are proud to announce the scholarship application process is open for students who will be attending Wisconsin technical colleges starting in the fall of 2022.  Tuition amounts vary and a set of Snap-on tools is routinely awarded (valued at $4,300).  Students that are not already working in the automotive, collision, diesel industry can receive employment assistance.  The goal is to have all students working part-time while attending school to get on-the-job training and mentoring to enhance their educational experience.

We will start screening applications as soon as they are submitted, but the deadline is January 15, 2022.  See the link weblink below.  

WATDA Foundation Scholarship​

  • Go to:  http://www.watda.org/Scholarship and click on the “apply Online” button.  Supporting documentation will still need to be sent in by e-mail, fax or mail.  See “full scholarship application information” on our website for application requirements.

  • High School Seniors and current technical college students that are in their first year of a two year program are encouraged to apply.

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SKILLED TRADES

Inspection Support Network Scholarship

$2,000 ISN Scholarship occurs four times a year and is open to high school seniors and current college students.

This is a scholarship for skilled trades and technology students. You can find all the information related to the scholarship at the link below. 

application dates are as follows:

  • Spring Contest Cycle: April 17 - July 17 of each year.

  • Summer Contest Cycle: July 18 - October 14 of each year.

  • Fall Contest Cycle: October 15 - January 15 of the following year.

  • Winter Contest Cycle: January 16 - April 16 of each year

Entries are now being accepted for the Winter scholarship, which runs from July 18, 2021-October 14, 2021.

https://www.inspectionsupport.com/resources/scholarships/

BOOM & BUCKET Student Scholarship Program

Boom & Bucket is offering a scholarship of $1,000 to be awarded each year to a student pursuing a heavy machinery themed program. This scholarship is available to both currently enrolled students and future students who are planning to attend a program within the next 12 months. The program can be at a college or a trade school anywhere in the United Sates or Canada. 

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To apply, students must write a 500+ word essay or record a 2-minute video explaining who you are and what makes you excited about the heavy equipment space. Please submit your application by 12:00PM central time on June 15th of each calendar year. Winners will be chosen by July 15th. The winning scholarship will be paid directly to the school as a tuition payment. 

To apply, click here.

Horatio Alger Association Career & Technical Scholarship Program

We are proud to continue providing support for students seeking to pursue career or technical education in a post-secondary environment. This program provides financial assistance to students throughout the nation who have financial need and have exhibited integrity and perseverance in overcoming personal adversity.  

Criteria:

  • High school or equivalent completion by July 1

  • Be enrolled in an associates, certificate, or diploma program leading to employment (may not be enrolled in pre-requisite courses)

  • Attend a not-for-profit school

  • Demonstrate financial need (Family income under $55,000 OR Pell eligibility)

  • US citizenship

  • Student is under the age of 35

The application is now open to students who are currently enrolled or will enroll at a community college/technical center in pursuit of a technical degree. Applicants may apply online at CTE Application with a priority deadline of June 15th.

This year, we will award 500 new CTE scholarships to help students pursue their programs at community colleges and non-profit technical institutions with a maximum award amount of $2,500 depending on the length of program and need of the student.

For more information about this program please visit our website. 

Any questions regarding the CTE scholarship can be submitted to scholarships@horatioalger.org

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EDUCATION

WEAC (Wisconsin Education Association Council)

Wisconsin Education Association Council is offering a scholarship a grant of $1450.00 for four years for a student who plans to go into education. See website for guidelines. Scholarship is due February 1st. https://weac.org/member-benefits/weac-scholarships/

Early Childhood Education Scholarships resource https://discoverearlychildhoodedu.org/resources/scholarships/

 

ARCHITECTURE/ENGINEERING

Engineers Foundation of Wisconsin Scholarships for High School Seniors.

One applications will be considered for all of the following scholarships. Students need to attend a four-year ABET accredited program leading to a BA in engineering and intend to enter the profession upon graduation. Due: December 21, 2021 https://www.wspe.org/scholarships.

  • Engineers Foundation of Wisconsin Scholarship, 6 Scholarships, each $2000.

  • Louis C Geiger Scholarship, 3 scholarships, each $2000

  • WSPE Past Presidents Scholarship, 1 scholarship, $2000

  • Yu-HWA Terry Ni Free Program Scholarship, $2000 will be awarded in one to four scholarships. http://www.tnscholarship.org

Abacus Architects, Inc.  $1000
Eligibility Requirements: incoming (enrolled) freshman or enrolled full time in coursework leading to a career in
architecture, engineering or the arts; cumulative high school or undergraduate GPA of at least 3.00; Wisconsin resident. Download application here.

 

POLICE SCI/CRIMINAL JUSTICE

Wisconsin Professional Police Association Scholarship Program

This is a scholarship opportunity for any graduating student that will be pursuing a two of four-year degree following the completion of their high school degree in police science or criminal justice.  This application requires an essay and three-letter of recommendation. Deadline: February 1st.  http://wppa.com/resources/scholarship-program/

Related information—

Best Online Guide to Scholarships and Resources for Criminal Justice Students - https://www.publicservicedegrees.org/online-degrees/criminal-justice-programs/scholarships-and-resources/

Best Guide to Online Criminal Justice Degree Programs - https://www.publicservicedegrees.org/online-degrees/criminal-justice-programs/

 

LAW

Delventhal Law Office Scholarship $1,000

Delventhal Law Office, a law firm in Fort Wayne, Indiana, would like to announce the Delventhal Law Scholarship. This scholarship is available to all high school seniors and current college students who are planning on entering the law field.
Must be attending a 4-yr college/university or 2-yr community college for Fall 2021.  Due April 15, 2021.

https://delventhal-law.com/practice-areas/fort-wayne-car-accident-attorney/#scholarship-application

 

SALES/MARKETING/WEB DEVELOPMENT

Foremost Media, Inc Annual Scholarship  $500

Eligibility criteria: Graduating senior who is entering the Marketing or Web Development. Only online applications will be accepted from March 1st-May 1st. The application can be found at:  https://www.foremostmedia.com/scholarship

The Lead Roster B2B Sales & Marketing Scholarship  $1000

https://www.leadroster.com/?scholarship   Due on Dec. 15th

The Publicity.ai SEO & Content Marketing Scholarship  $1000

https://publicity.ai/?scholarship Due on Dec. 15th.

 

NATURAL RESOURCES/CONSERVATION

Pheasants Forever Southwest Wisconsin

Deadline April 1st.   Currently available to 2 students attending high school in either Grant or Lafayette counties. Applicants must be entering college with an emphasis on natural resource management or conservation. PDF

Wings Over Wisconsin Southwest Chapter Louis Vesperman Memorial Scholarship

Primary focus will be given toward students who are pursuing degrees in natural resource and wildlife conservation, such as Wildlife and Wild Land Management, Natural Resources Conservation, Natural Resources Law Enforcement and Protective Services, Natural Resources Management and Policy, and Natural Resources Technician.  APP

Coulee Region Sierra Club Wisconsin

New for 2021-2022, CRSC will recognize the achievements of and award $150 to a high school senior who demonstrates leadership, action, and environmental stewardship, and who understands the importance of civic engagement in protecting our environment. 

Eligible students are those graduating from high school in 2022 who reside in the CRSC region: Crawford, Grant, Jackson, La Crosse, Monroe, Richland, Trempealeau, and Vernon counties. The application includes essays and submission of a portfolio. The deadline for applications is March 15, 2022 with the award to be given by the end of April, 2022.

For more information and an application form, go to Coulee Region Sierra Club Education Grant Info

The SW Wisconsin chapter of The Prairie Enthusiasts

The SW Wisconsin chapter of The Prairie Enthusiasts is proud to announce this scholarship for individuals interested in pursuing a higher education in the conservation or environmental fields.  Central to the mission of The Prairie Enthusiasts is the protection of existing prairies remnants, the restoration of prairies, education and advocacy for prairie conservation and restoration, and prairie landowner outreach and assistance.  Download application here.

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BROADCAST JOURNALISM

Ann Stoll Scholarship

To apply you must be looking at a field in broadcast journalism or related. This scholarship is due March 31, 2022.  PDF

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ART/ ART THERAPY

Carrie Crystal Stuckert Memorial Art Scholarship

If you will be pursuing a college degree in the field of Art or Art Therapies this is for you. The Dream Pool Foundation, Inc. is giving out several scholarships. please go to http://www.dreampoolfoundation.org/scholarship_app.html for the application.  PDF

 

WOMEN IN TRANSPORTATION

WTS International

This year, the WTS-Wisconsin Chapter invites young women who are pursuing careers in the transportation industry to apply for chapter scholarships. The variety of scholarships offer opportunities for high school students, undergraduate students, junior college/trade school students, and graduate students.  Due November 20, 2020.   https://www.wtsinternational.org/chapters/wisconsin/scholarships

 

ATHLETES

Wendy's High School Heisman

https://www.wendyshighschoolheisman.com/?utm_source=Initial%20Outreach%20Email%201&utm_medium=Email&utm_campaign=2017%20RB%20Educator&utm_source=2017+Educators&utm_campaign=fc89f9dae3-AUTOMATION_2017_Educator_Nuture_Campaign_1&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_accdf931ff-fc89f9dae3-249041649

AB Nicholas Scholarship Foundation

Attention Senior Basketball Players or managers planning on attending a University of Wisconsin System School.

https://abnicholasscholars.org/

Better Business Bureau Serving Wisconsin

  • Be a Wisconsin state resident

  • Be a high school senior

  • Have a 3.0 GPA or show academic improvement consistently over time

  • Plan to attend a Wisconsin-based accredited Higher Education Institution (2 or 4 year)

Details of scholarship:

  • Ten students will receive a scholarship for $2,500

  • At a minimum, two of the ten scholarships are designated for two students attending a Wisconsin two-year college/technical school

  • Students will be recognized at the BBB Annual Torch Awards Luncheon Ceremony  at the  Italian Community Center in Milwaukee

The All Rowers Scholarship Program   $500
www.allrowers.com/rowing-scholarship.html

 

COLLEGE SPECIFIC

Southwest Technical College

SW Tech's online scholarship application is open until March 31st - https://www.swtc.edu/foundation/scholarships/apply. .  Students that are planning on going to Southwest Tech or thinking about attending next fall. One simple application for over 350 scholarships! Notification to the recipients will occur the week of April 29th.

Platteville Community Scholarship Program

These scholarships are funded by Alumni of our area who graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Platteville. If you are going to attend UW-Platteville and have submitted your application for admission you may be eligible.  The following link will give you a list of the CSP scholarships as well as access to applying for other available scholarships: https://www.uwplatt.edu/scholarships
Deadline: varies so check it out.

Delta Theta Sigma Scholarship House University of Wisconsin - Madison

Two Scholarships available. Ten $1,000 House Resident scholarships. Two $500.00 Scholarships. Need to be attending University of Wisconsin - Madison or Madison Area Technical College. https://www.deltathetasigma.com/scholarship

UW Steven's Point

For students planning on attending UW-Steven's Point for Chemistry.  PDF

 

CRITERIA SPECIFIC

The American Legion, Department of Wisconsin Schneider-Emanuel Scholarship

Will go to three (3) deserving graduates of any accredited Wisconsin high school the sum of $1000.00 to be applied to the cost of continuing education at any degree-granting college or university within the United States of America.

FOR 2021 HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATES ONLY: Due to COVID19, and many of The American Legion Programs being canceled in 2020, the requirement of attending a Legion program to be eligible for this scholarship is suspended. The applicant must meet the other eligibility requirements.

THE APPLICANT MUST BE EITHER –

—A VETERAN AND A CURRENT MEMBER of The American Legion, Department of Wisconsin at the time of application. (Self)

OR  A SON/DAUGHTER whose Father, Mother, or Legal Guardian is living and a current member of The American Legion, The American Legion Auxiliary, or The Sons of The American Legion at the time of application.

OR  A GRANDSON/GRANDDAUGHTER whose Grandfather, Grandmother, or Legal Guardian is living and a current member of The American Legion, The American Legion Auxiliary, or The Sons of The American Legion at the time of application.

OR  APPLICANT is a current member, in good standing, in The Sons of The American Legion or The American Legion Auxiliary/Junior Auxiliary at the time of application.

MEUW Scholarship - Electrical Distribution

Students going into the electric field can apply for this scholarship as the Village provides their own power.
MEUW has created a “Powering Futures” Scholarship Fund to support students pursuing careers in electrical power distribution.  The scholarship fund was established in conjunction with the association's 90th anniversary and benefits students who live in one of the 81 public power communities across Wisconsin. The due date is January 31, 2022.  https://www.meuw.org/scholarsh

SFM Foundation

Scholarships are available to students whose parents were killed or seriously injured in workplace accidents while working in Wisconsin. If this fits your situation application forms can be located at:
https://www.sfmfoundation.com/application_information.cfm  

Scenic Rivers Energy Cooperative ($1000)

The cooperative is offering a $1000 scholarship this year to a graduating senior.  You do need to be present at an annual meeting on April 9, 2022, with the cooperative in order to be eligible to receive this scholarship. You must also be a dependent of a member or a member of the cooperative.  http://www.sre.coop/content/scholarships
Deadline: on or before April 4, 2022.  Download the application here.

Alliant Energy ($1000)

https://www.scholarsapply.org/alliantenergyinnovation/

Up to twenty-five(25) awards. Be a dependent child of a current customer or must be a current customer of one of Alliant Energy’s utility subsidiaries.

Jacob Trotter Memorial Scholarship ($500)

Scholarship for autistic students. Here is the link to the application:

https://autismsouthcentral.org/programs/college-scholarships/

High School STEM Scholarship for Aspiring Commercial Drone Pilots

Supports high school students ages 16 and up who are serious about learning how to fly drones commercially by providing free access to Drone Pilot Ground School, a remote test prep course to help students prepare for the FAA’s Part 107 exam to become a commercial drone pilot. These scholarships are awarded on a rolling basis, and there is no limit to the number of scholarships that may be awarded.  https://www.dronepilotgroundschool.com/scholarship/

Warren A. Morrow Memorial Scholarship

The Iowa Credit Union Foundation offers Warren A. Morrow Memorial Scholarships to credit union members pursuing post-secondary education.

There are two scholarship categories:

  • High School Scholarship: Designated for high school seniors planning to enter college in 2020.

  • Post-High School Scholarship: Designated for individuals entering or attending an accredited undergraduate, graduate or vocational program in 2020.

To apply for the essay-based scholarship, click here. The application deadline is Friday, Feb. 7.

Lancaster VFW Post 2344 Cliff Muller Scholarship ($250)

Applicant must be sponsored by a parent, grandparent, sister or brother, who is a member in good standing of VFW Post 2344. Applications due April 1st. Download application here.

Wisconsin Title I Association

This is a significant award that is given to two students who have been involved with Title I Support at some point in their educational career. Please click on the link to apply if you have ever been in title reading support services in your entire education. https://sites.google.com/site/wisconsintitle1associationwt1a/awards/scholarship?authuser=0

Dreamers of Wisconsin

This scholarship is to support undocumented students pursuing higher education in the state of Wisconsin. We are awarding two $10,000 scholarships to two students this year. Application deadline is March 15th.  For more information, click here.

www.dreamersofwisconsin.com

The Grant County Emergency Services Association

The association has decided to award four $250 scholarships each year.  The application process is open to any high school/college student, with special preference for those that are either involved with a fire or EMS department or the family member of a firefighter or EMS provider.

Applications are due by March 30th. PDF

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GENERAL

WiRSA Scholarship (Wisconsin Rural Schools Alliance)

The WiRSA (Wisconsin Rural Schools Alliance) Senior Scholarship and Senior Post-Secondary Teacher Education Scholarship are due Monday, February 20, 2023.

The WiRSA (Wisconsin Rural Schools Alliance) senior scholarship application process has slightly changed. 

• Each school district will continue to screen and evaluate local applications and choose a single semi-finalist. 

• Students need to apply and if you are chosen as the winner you will need to apply through the Wirsa website. The selected semi-finalist student must submit their application through a Google From link on the WiRSA website.  

WiRSA Senior Scholarship

Here is a link to the WiRSA website Senior Scholarship Application.

Here is the link "Copy" of the Google Document Application Form.

WiRSA Senior Post-Secondary Scholarship 

Here is a link to the WiRSA website Post-Secondary Application.

Here is a link to a "Copy." of a Google Document Application Form. (If you would like to use it)

Hagan Scholarship Foundation

The Hagan Scholarship is a nationwide four-year need-based merit scholarship providing each recipient with the opportunity to graduate college debt-free, providing up to $6,000 each semester. After graduation from college Hagan Scholars can apply for a two-year extension of their scholarship to attend graduate school or a professional school, receiving $6,000 each semester.

Basic Eligibility Requirements:

  1. Must attend an eligible public high school

  2. Must have achieved a 3.5 GPA

  3. Must enroll in an eligible college or university

  4. Must maintain a 4 year or less graduation schedule

  5. Applicant’s Adjusted Household Income reported for Federal Income Tax Purposes must not Exceed $85,000.

Visit our website at www.hsfmo.org for more information. The Application Deadline is 5:00 PM CST, December 1, 2022.

Do It 4 Derek

The intent of the scholarship is to reward a graduating senior who has excelled in their education, has participated in sports, and has done volunteer work or helped others by volunteering or paying it forward. Applications due May 1st.

https://www.doit4derek.com/derek-lendosky-memorial-scholarship-application/

Herb Kohl Excellence Scholarship

The purpose of the Herb Kohl Excellence Scholarship program is to recognize student leadership, citizenship, school and community involvement, and academic achievement. 

Online applications for the 2022 Herb Kohl Educational Foundation Excellence Scholarship can now be submitted at http://www.kohleducation.org. A total of 100 students will be selected to receive $10,000 scholarships from among all applicants throughout the state. Applicants must be residents of Wisconsin who will graduate from high school in 2022, and plan to continue their education at a college, university, or vocational/technical school. Students will be evaluated on academic achievement, leadership, citizenship, and school and community activities.

Completed online applications are due on November 16, 2021 at 5 p.m. central time. Students should go to http://www.kohleducation.org/studentexcellence/  to learn more and apply. 

Dupaco Community Credit Union (20@ $2000) 

Online applications are now available at Dupaco.com/scholarships and eligible students can submit their application by February 23, 2023.

Dupaco has expanded their scholarship program and now will be awarding a total of $60,000 to thirty students in three separate scholarship programs. The expanded scholarship program now includes opportunities for both first-time, incoming students as well as current college students returning for the next academic year:

First-Year Students

  • 4-Year College/University Program: Ten $2,000 scholarships will be awarded to first-time, full-time students entering a four-year college or university for the 2023/2024 academic year.

  • Community College/Trade School Program: Ten $2,000 scholarships will be awarded to first-time students entering a community, technical, or trade school for the 2023/2024 academic year.

Current College Students

  • Current College Student Scholarship Program: Ten $2,000 scholarships will be awarded to students currently enrolled and attending a college/university, community college, or trade school as an undergraduate student and will return for the 2023/2024 academic year. Student can be working towards an undergraduate degree or a certificate. Current high-school students earning college credits as part of high school curriculum should apply for “First-Year Students” scholarship listed above.

The online application, instructions, and additional details regarding the scholarship program can be found at dupaco.com/scholarships.  

Dutrac Community Credit Union (7 at $1,000)

DuTrac Community Credit Union Academic Scholarship Program awards up to seven $1000 non-renewable scholarships to qualified students who plan to attend a community college, trade school, technical college or university. 

  • Entrants must have an account established in their name and be a member in good standing for at least one year at DuTrac Community Credit Union.

  • Entrants must be classified as a high-school senior and be accepted as an incoming freshman at an accredited community college, trade school, technical college or university.

Deadline to apply is Friday, March 31, 2023. 

Scholarships - DuTrac Community Credit Union

https://www.dutrac.org/connect/community-involvement/scholarships/

First Midwest - Thomas B. & Crace Stevenson Jones Scholarship

First Midwest Wealth Management1 believes in helping students achieve their dreams of higher education. We are proud to offer numerous scholarship opportunities to students in the communities we serve to help pay for tuition, books, room and board, lab fees, and more.  You can find a fillable application on the website along with other scholarship opportunities. Deadline March 1st.  pdf

No Sweat Scholarship

Scholarship will run October 1st  – December 31st  2021 with winner notification by February 15th 2022. Students can apply for free at (www.cirkledin.com/scholarships).

Amount: $2,500 Number of awards: 1, Due Date: December 31st  2021

Application URL:https://www.cirkledin.com/scholarships/     Application Process: Apply on the above URL. Free application.

Easy Application - Need-Based: NO Minimum GPA required: NO, Essay Required: NO, Award sent to Direct to Student

Wisconsin Bankers Foundation Scholarship (four $2000 scholarships)

Due by April 2, 2021.  If you are interested in going into a career in the financial service industry at https://wisbankfoundation.org/scholarships/scholarship flyer  PDF

Americanism Programs & Scholarships

The American Legion of Wisconsin offers many scholarship opportunities. Please check out the following website for more information: http://www.wilegion.org/page/content/programs/scholarships-and-awards

National Co-op Scholarship Program

This organization will be awarding scholarships to students who will be attending a select group of colleges and technical institutes. Please visit the website to see if your choice of higher institutions of learning is one of them:  http://www.waceinc.org/scholarship/index.html

Horatio Alger Association State Scholarship

State scholarships are awarded to eligible students in all fifty states and the District of Columbia. The program specifically assists high school students who have faced and overcome great obstacles in their young lives. The scholarships are funded by Horatio Alger Members who, like the Scholars, have experienced challenges but ultimately overcame them to become successful business and civic leaders.

To be eligible to apply for a Horatio Alger State Scholarship, applicants must meet the following criteria*:

  • Be enrolled full-time as a high school junior in the United States

  • Exhibit a strong commitment to pursue and complete a bachelor’s degree at an accredited non-profit public or private institution in the United States (students may start their studies at a two-year institution and then transfer to a four-year institution)

  • Demonstrate critical financial need ($55,000 or lower adjusted gross family income is required)

  • Be involved in co-curricular and community service activities

  • Display integrity and perseverance in overcoming adversity

  • Maintain a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 2.0; and

  • Be a United States citizen

The undergraduate application is available annually from December 1 to March 15.

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Milroy’s Formal Wear Scholarship

There are $3,500 in available awards for graduating seniors that will be attending college in the fall.

http://www.milroystuxedos.com/Content/files/Scholarship_Application.pdf
Deadline: March 31st  Download application here.

Wisconsin Towns Association Scholarship

You must be a graduating senior and plan to attend a 2 or 4 year college in the state of Wisconsin. An essay is required and all completed materials need to be postmarked. Download application here. https://www.wisctowns.com/resources/scholarship/

Janice M. Scott Memorial Scholarship

Applicants need to be a US citizen, have a GPA of 3.0 or higher, and have demonstrated leadership abilities through participation in community service or other extracurricular activities. Official transcripts and two letters of recommendation are required along with financial documents and a picture.
Deadline: March 31st   https://jmscottmemorialfund.org/

Download form here: https://jmscottmemorialfundorg/apply

The Rotary Club of Southwest Wisconsin-Platteville

The Rotary Club will be offering one “Service Above Self” scholarship of $1,000 to a high school senior and continuing their education at a technical or junior college, college or university. Electronic applications are preferred.
E-mail plattevillerotaryclub@gmail.com or brookenp@uwplatt.edu with questions you may have.

Reagan Foundation Scholarship

Reagan Foundation Scholarship: exceptional student leaders are invited to apply for this scholarship in honor of the legacy and character of President Ronald Reagan.  This award is for someone who demonstrates exemplary leadership, drive, integrity and citizenship.  This is a $10,000 renewable scholarship.  Please apply online at www.reaganfoundation.org. Please see website for due date and additional information.

RevenueZen Social Selling Scholarship

The RevenueZen Social Selling Scholarship is an award for any current or soon-to-be undergrad who is looking to innovate the hiring process. In an ideal world, what would hiring and applying for a job look like? How will you stand out? The RevenueZen Scholarship has a brief submission process, and applicants will be judged on their ability to convey their idea for an innovative social selling process focused on getting hired at a specific company.

Deadline: December 15th each year;  Award Amount: $1000

https://get.revenuezen.com/social-selling-scholarship

Community Foundation of Southern Wisconsin

A link to the online application for these scholarships is available at https://www.cfsw.org/scholarships/high-school-students/southwestern-high-school/.  There are 3 regional endowed scholarships – the Platteville Consumers Cooperative; Doug and Janice Steinback; and Joseph L Runde Memorial Scholarships. Download PDF here.

Wisconsin Elks

Wisconsin Elks-Most Valuable Student Scholarships: must be a high school senior who is a citizen of the United States.  Applications are judged based on scholarship, leadership and financial need. The online application process began on August 1st and ends on November 14th.  For additional details and to access the application, students should visit enf.elks.org/mvs.  Please choose Platteville Lodge #1460 as their sponsoring Lodge.

Please apply online at www.elks.org/enf/scholars or you can contact your local Elks Lodge at www.elks/org/lodges.

Elks National Foundation

Open to all students and must be completed online. Top 20 scholarships range from $20,000-$50,000 and 480 runners-up will receive $4,000.00 scholarships.  Deadline Nov. 15, 2020. Click here for instructions.

http://www.elks.org/scholars/

Wisconsin Rural Schools Alliance

Wisconsin Rural Schools Alliance offers two $750.00 scholarships. One to students going to college and one for students going into education. Below is a link to a scholarship that is offered and you can find out more information by visiting the following sight. http://www.uwosh.edu/ruralschools/Scholarship%20Guidelines%20-%20App%202015-16.pdf/view.

Mediacom Communications

Mediacom offers 55 $1,000 Scholarships. Due February 15, 2020.

www.mediacomworldclass.com

ABODO Apartments Off-To-College Scholarship

https://www.abodo.com/blog/high-school-scholarship/

Hammett, Bellin & Oswald Law & Justice Scholarship

This scholarship is for all first-year college freshman who will be attending an accredited Wisconsin College/University. Award Amount: $750

Must provide proof of enrollment to an accredited college/university and have a minimum 3.0 GPA.

Application deadline is May 31st

Only online applications will be accepted. The application can be found at: http://hbolawfirm.com/law-justice-scholarship/

Dial My Calls Scholarship

They will select two winners, first place will win $1500.00 and second place will win $500.00. Winners are selected by the DialMyCalls.com staff. Winners will be notified within 14 days after the contest ends via email. Due January 8, 2020  https://www.dialmycalls.com/scholarship.html

College Raptor $2500 Scholarship

Encourages students to look past the sticker price of college and help pay for their education.
The application is now available at www.CollegeRaptor.com/2500Scholarship and is open until December 31, 2019

Thomas Determan Global Perspectives Leadership Award

The 2018 Thomas Determan Global Perspectives Leadership Award application is online now. To apply, students need to visit THIS WEBSITE, create an account, and complete the online form. The scholarship info and essay topics can be found HERE.

Drone Technology College Scholarship

Provides two awards of $1,000 each to two U.S. college students based on the quality of an essay of 750-1,000 and the strength of their letter of support. https://www.dronepilotgroundschool.com/scholarship/

Mississippi Valley Running Association

The Mississippi Valley Running Association is a non-profit organization focused on strengthening our community through service and charitable giving by encouraging and supporting a healthy and active mind and body. Each year the MVRA awards four $500 college scholarships to local graduating high school seniors. Applications are due March 31.  Download application here.

Mattress Nerd

$1000 Sustainability Scholarship to the best essay response to our writing prompt on environmental conscientiousness. Mattress Nerd’s Sustainability Scholarship: https://www.mattressnerd.com/scholarship/

Hy-Vee Foundation (90) $1000 scholarships

Available to high school seniors and  college students who are seeking a 4-yr degree at any baccalaureate degree-granting college in the U.S.

Here is list of additional industry scholarships you be interested in: www.wisconsingrocers.com/scholarships

Sleep Scholarships

Here is a scholarship that you can apply for worth $1000. Please go to the website to apply.   https://www.mattressadvisor.com/sleep-scholarships/ . Applicants need to submit a written piece exploring their personal relationship with sleep health and the impact it’s had on their education in an 800-1000 word essay. It should quote research from recent studies in this field and explain what resources are available to help reduce poor sleep health.

PB&J Scholarship

For students who have experienced challenges in their life and who have the drive to succeed. Deadline May 31, 2020. $500-1000.

https://scholarsapp.com/scholarship/pbj-scholarship?utm_source=notification&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=pbj2020

Xello and Wisconsin School Counselor Scholarship

Offering four $500.00 scholarships. Please click the link below to apply. Due December 21, 2020.

https://www.wscaweb.org/awards-scholarships/scholarships/xello-high-school-scholarship-2020-2021/

StudentScholarship.org

There are several scholarship offers through this organization please check out the following links:

Wisconsin Association of School Business Official Foundation

Wisconsin Association of School Business Official Foundation is offering several scholarships to High School Graduates. Students must be graduating this school year and plan on attending college or university (public or private). You can pursue any course of study. Applications will be due February 1, 2021.

To review application guidelines and to apply please go to https://wasbo.com/WASBO/About_Us/Scholarships_WASBO/Scholarships_HS.aspx
In 2021, the following WASBO matching scholarships are being offered:

  • $4,000 student scholarship sponsored by EMC Insurance Companies

  • $4,000 Joel Konze Memorial / Facilities Management Conference student scholarship sponsored by Perfection Property Restoration and Stalker Sports Floors

  • $3,000 student scholarship sponsored by BMO Harris Bank

  • $3,000 student scholarship sponsored by Nexus Solutions

  • $1,000 student scholarship sponsored by National Insurance Services and Miron Construction

DriveSafe Driving Schools

DriveSafe Driving Schools is offering a $1500 scholarship. We are asking applicants to describe how driving has impacted their lives. The submissions can be submitted as an essay, video/audio, meme, graphic design, PSA, or any other creative format. Details can be found on our scholarship web page: https://www.drivesafecolorado.com/scholarship

As always, no student information will be sold, and there is no fee required in order to apply for this scholarship.  If you have any questions, please feel free to call 720-496-2243.

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$2,500 scholarship grant for your High School Students Grades 9 -12

This is a quarterly scholarship of $2,500 that is super easy to apply with NO GPA requirements, NO minimum income requirements, and NO ESSAY TO WRITE. This new scholarship will run  January 1st –March 31st, 2022 . Students can apply for free at www.cirkledin.com/scholarships

KURU Footwear—$1,000 Live Your Dreams Scholarship 2022

All essay submissions must be submitted through the online form included in the application, here: https://www.kurufootwear.com/scholarship.

To participate in the scholarship contest, applicants must meet the following criteria:

  • Be a US citizen or Permanent Legal Resident of the United States

  • Be an incoming undergraduate freshman, sophomore, junior, or senior entering the Fall 2022 semester

  • Have a minimum 2.5 GPA

  • Be enrolled full-time at an accredited college or university for the Fall 2022 semester

  • Submit a 300–500 word essay answering the following question: “What are your career aspirations and what would it mean to you to win this scholarship?”

  • All fields of study are eligible

A scholarship recipient will be chosen on Friday, August 5, 2022.

To learn more about the scholarship, visit our website, here:  https://www.kurufootwear.com/scholarship. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out!

studentscholarships.org

A list of 15 scholarship opportunities available to Wisconsin students. More than 850 scholarships will be awarded through these 15 categories. Deadlines of October 31st to December 31st, 2022. Click here for list.

Dubuque County Right To Life

Due Friday, March 3, 2023.  PDF

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