Scholarships and College Application tips
Potosi Rotary Club Scholarship
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Scholarship Information This listing is not the "complete" list of scholarships--more scholarships may be available as new information reaches the Guidance Department. Please check with your Guidance Counselor for information and applications for the following scholarships and any new scholarships which are posted in the Guidance Office. |
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Miscellaneous Scholarships |
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Award |
| ACE Grant Scholarship Program | Students interested in Cosmetology careers - 1-888-411-GRANT | ||
| ACES/PRIMO | AHEC Career Enhancement Scholars program - three tiers of activities wishing to become primary care provider or dentist in one of Missouri's underserved counties. Students may enroll at any stage in their training, however, early enrollment provides the greatest continuity of experience - 573-364-4797 | ||
| April | Agriculture Scholarship Program | Sponsored by Monsanto - www.Monsanto.com or www.NAFB.com | |
| April | Ameren Scholarship Program | Check with AmerenUE | |
| American Chemical Society Scholars Program | Students wanting to enter the fields of Chemistry, biochemistry, chemical engineering or other chemically related fields. Must be African American, Hispanic/Latino or American Indian - http://chemistry.org/scholars | ||
| American Institute for Public Service Scholarship | www.student-service-awards.org
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| American Legion | Available to child, grandchild, or great grandchild of a Veteran - 1-800-846-9023 | ||
| December | AXA Achievement Scholarship | Students must be well-rounded, determined to succeed, have achieved excellence outside the classroom - at a job, a sport or extracurricular activity - www.axa-achievement.com | |
| Bank of America Financial Aid Sweepstakes | www.bankofamerica.com/studentssweeps
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| Best Buy Scholarship | www.BestBuy.com
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| December | Betty Broemmeisiek Memorial Conservation Scholarship - MO Show-Me Chapter, Soil and Water Conservation Society | For students wishing to pursue studies with natural resource
conservation. http://swcs.missouri.edu
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| Bright Flight Scholarship | For 2005 seniors who plan to enroll in a Missouri postsecondary institution and who scores a 30 or above on the ACT | ||
| March | Chevrolet Michelle Kwan REWARDS Scholarship Program | Evaluated on the strength of their academic performance, participation in athletics, leadership and community involvement, financial need, and strength of their personal statement - http://www.chevy.com/rewards or call 1-888-377-5233 | |
| October | Coca-Cola Scholarship | Minimum 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale; demonstrate leadership in school, civic and other extracurricular activities; show academic achievement and motivation to serve and succeed in all endeavors - www.coca-colascholars.org | |
| Competitive Edge Scholarship | Sponsored by Wal-Mart - http://compedge.wal-mart.com - Student must make 27 or higher on the ACT, have a 3.5 GPA, rank in the top 10% of the senior class and declare a major in one of the following areas: computer science, computer information systems, quantitative analysis, industrial and technical education, various engineering fields, food/poultry science, transportation and distribution, or industrial marketing | ||
| February | Conclave Music Industry Scholarship | Call 1-952-927-4487 or pick up application in the counseling office. | |
| Culinary Institute of America | CIA and the National Restaurant Association are offering an exciting opportunity for aspiring culinarians with outstanding academic and leadership skills called: The "Cream of the Crop" Academic Scholarship | ||
| DAR Scholarships: Political Science, History, Gov't, and Economics Scholarships; Nursing School Scholarships; Medical Scholarships and other | See counselor for more details | ||
| January | Discover Card Tribute Award Scholarships | For juniors - www.discovercard.com/tribute.com | |
| March | Douglas Alumni Association Scholarships | ||
| Educaid Gimme Five Scholarship Sweepstakes | Each month, Educaid awards a new lucky high school senior with a $5,000 scholarship for their first-year expenses at an accredited college or trade school. Visit at www.educaid.com | ||
| May | Educational Communications Scholarship Foundation | ||
| November | Educational Employees Credit Union's Quest for Education Scholarship | Financial need, class rank, ACT score and GPA are NOT a criterion for this scholarship award. Visit www.eecu.com | |
| EESP (Environmental Education Scholarship Program | Provides scholarships to minority and other underrepresented students pursuing a bachelor's degree in an environmental course of study. Must have a 3.0 GPA and attend a Missouri post-secondary institution. See your counselor for an application or call 573-751-2518 | ||
| January | ESA Foundation Scholarship | Based on character, ability, leadership, and financial need. Visit www.esaintl.com/esaf. | |
| February | Farm Bureau Scholarships | This is available to Farm Bureau family members. Scholarships target students interested in majoring in animal sciences or agriculture. Visit your local Farm Bureau for details. | |
| March | Farm Credit Services of Missouri Scholarship Program | Must be a dependent of a Farm Credit Services of Missouri customer. Visit www.farmcreditofmissouri.com | |
| Federal Student Aid | www.studentaid.ed.gov | ||
| FFA Scholarships | www.ffa.org for scholarship applications. Must be a FFA member. Numerous scholarships are available. | ||
| Gates Millennium Scholarship (GMS) | www.gmsp.org | ||
| Global Action Award | This award honors young people who have taken outstanding actions to fight global poverty. www.globalactionawards.org | ||
| May | Great Clips for Hair, Cosmetology School Scholarships | Phone 952-893-9088 | |
| October | Horatio Alger Association of Distinguished Americans Scholarship Program | Information and application are online at www.horatioalger.org/scholarships | |
| Imagine America Scholarship | This is for students planning to attend a technical college. PHS may approve two PHS students per year for this scholarship. Students wanting to apply for this scholarship begin by selecting Career Channel on www.petersons.com to access the Career College Association/Career Training Foundation microsite. | ||
| June | Jordan Fundamentals Grant Program | ||
| April | Kids' Chance Inc of Missouri | Provides college scholarships to the children of workers who have been killed or seriously injured in a compensable Missouri work accident. For information, phone 314-997-3390 | |
| LEAP Scholarship Program | This is created by the Missouri Society of CPA's for students planning to pursue an accounting degree at a Missouri college. www.leap-forward.com | ||
| April | Mid-East Missouri Contractors Association Scholarship | Students pursuing a degree in a Construction-related field, i.e., Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, etc. | |
| Miss Cheerleader of America Scholarship Program | Information is in the counseling office. | ||
| March | Missouri Bankers Foundation Scholarship | This is for students interested in majoring in a banking-related field. | |
| October | Missouri Cattlemen Foundation Scholarship | Preference is given to students pursuing an area of study in the field of agriculture and food production at a Missouri College or University. | |
| Missouri Contractors Association | Applicants shall pursue a degree in a Construction-related field, i.e., Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or in the study of some phase of the construction industry. | ||
| May | Missouri Counsel of the Blind Scholarship | Must be legally blind. Visit www.acb.org/mocb | |
| Missouri Department of Agriculture Scholarship | Visit www. mda.state.mo.us | ||
| Missouri Department of Agriculture Scholarship | Visit www.mda.state.mo.us | ||
| June | Missouri Hospital Association Health Professions Scholarship Program | Apply online at www.mhanet.com | |
| Missouri Independent Bankers Association Academic Scholarship | |||
| January | Missouri Industry Scholarship | Must be planning to attend a 2-year technical college located in Missouri. Application process consists of writing an essay. The topic of the essay is The Importance of Skilled Labor in Today's Workforce. See Mrs. Schlosser for more information. Essays must be received in January | |
| March | Missouri Insurance Education Foundation | Must attend a Missouri College pursuing an insurance, risk management, or actuarial science course of study. | |
| February | Missouri Minority Teaching Scholarship | Offered by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education | |
| Missouri National Teenager Scholarship Program | Information is available in the counseling office | ||
| July | Missouri Professional and Practical Nursing Student Loan Program | ||
| Missouri Riverboat Gaming Association Project 21 Scholarship | This scholarship program requires a poster, essay, or video based on the dangers and consequences of underage gambling. | ||
| January | Missouri School Boards Association/John T. Belcher Memorial Scholarship | Must be nominated. | |
| Missouri Sheriff's Association John Dennis Scholarship | This is for students interested in pursuing a criminal justice career. | ||
| February | Missouri Society of Professional Engineers Educational Foundation | ||
| March | Missouri Society of Professional Surveyors/Robert V. Pirrie Memorial Scholarship | This is available for students interested in becoming a professional surveyor. | |
| February | Missouri Teacher Education Scholarship | This is offered by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education | |
| MOSTARS - Missouri Student Assistance Resource Services | Advantage Missouri Program. This is a need-based state loan and loan forgiveness program that provides financial assistance to encourage students to pursue designated academic programs in areas of high demand. Visit www.dhe.mo.gov/MOSTARS or www.mocbhe.gov or call 1-800-473-6757 | ||
| Dr. Darrell "Jack" Holley/MUSIC Scholarship | Must be nominated. One applicant per high school. | ||
| March | National Alliance for Scholastic Achievement | Apply at www.eee.org/bus/nasa | |
| National Defense Transportation Association (NDTA) | NDTA is offering scholarships for students interested in a degree program related to business, or transportation logistics, or physical distribution. | ||
| March | National Federation of the Blind | Application is available in the counseling office | |
| March | National Federation of Independent Business Enterprise Scholars Award | Application available at www.nfibeducationfoundation.org | |
| February | DAR Scholarship - National Society Daughters of the American Revolution | DAR is for any student planning to major in American History. Another scholarship is offered to graduating seniors whose mothers are current members of NSDAR. | |
| October | Outstanding Students of America Scholarship | ||
| March | Pfizer Epilepsy Scholarship | For students who have epilepsy and have shown high achievement in academic and extracurricular activities. Visit www.epilepsy-scholarship.com | |
| June | Presidential Freedom Scholarship | To apply you must have contributed 100 hours of community service within the last twelve months and write an essay reflecting on the meaning and significance of their service in light of the events of September 11, 2001 and the aftermath. Apply online at www.nationalservice.org/scholarships | |
| April 15 | Robert C. Byrd Honors Scholarship (DESE) | Score in the top 10% of the national percentile on the ACT test, rank in the top | |
| Sallie Mae's Parent Answer Scholarship Program | Apply online at www.parentanswer.com/scholarship | ||
| March | Sammy Scholarship | Applications will be accepted online at www.whymilk.com. Judging is based on five criteria: academic performance (35%), athletic excellence (35%), leadership (15%), community service (10%), and milk experience (5%). | |
| December | Society of Automotive Engineers Scholarships | Student must intend to earn an engineering degree. | |
| March | Southeast Missouri Mine Safety Association (SEMMSA) | for students pursuing a degree in one of the following areas: occupational or industrial safety, mining engineering, geological engineering, metallurgical engineering, petroleum engineering, geology, geographics, or other related areas. | |
| November | Target All-Around Scholarship | Apply online at www.target.com | |
| Toyota Community Scholars Program | One senior from our school may be nominated for one of these awards. Eligibility requirements are 3.0 GPA, active involvement in a service organization or project within the school or community and plan to pursue an undergraduate degree at a 4 year college. Students interested in being nominated should listen for an announcement on the daily memo. Visit www.toyota.com/communityscholars | ||
| Tylenol Scholarship | Apply online at www.tylenol.com | ||
| Union Bank and Trust | Scholarship funds available - apply at www.asapubt.com | ||
| United States Department of Education Office of Student Financial Assistance | Federal student loan, grant and work study programs available for visually-impaired and hearing-impaired students. Visit www.ed.gov/studentaid and studetns.gov or call 1-800-433-3243 | ||
| USA Funds Access to Education Scholarships | www.usafunds.org | ||
| US Bank Internet Scholarship Program | www.usbank.com/studentloans | ||
| November | Vantage Credit Union's Quest for Education Scholarship Program | www.vcu.com | |
| January | US JCI Senate Foundation Scholarship Program | www.mojc.org/senate-scholarship.htm | |
| Wal-Mart Scholarships (Higher REACH Scholarship, Sam Walton Community Scholarship, Wal-Mart Associate Scholarship and Walton Foundation Scholarship | www.walmart.com | ||
| Wal-Mart Sam Walton Community Scholarship Program ($1,000) | Applications are available in the counseling office and with Bonnie Radford at our local Wal-Mart. | ||
| February | Westlake Scholarship Program | James L. and Nellie M. Westlake Scholarship Program looks for academic record, leadership and participation in school and community activities, honors, work experience, statement of goals and aspirations, unusual personal or family circumstances. | |
| Will to Win Asthma Athlete Scholarship | for scholar-athletes with asthma. | ||
| Deadline | College Scholarships | Requirements | Award |
| Catholic University of America | located in Washington, DC. Scholarship information is available in the counseling office or phone 1-800-673-2272. | ||
| Creative Center | two-year art college for an interest in art, design, illustration, or computer graphics | ||
| Columbia College | offering a new program called DAYSTAR which is an accelerated teacher education program. This program begins during the second summer session in late June. a DAYSTAR Grant covers tuition for the first summer session, with forgivable loan/grants available during subsequent summers. For more information on this or other programs call Dr. Becky Widener at 573-875-7679 | ||
| DePauw University | in Greencastle, IN - offers full tuition scholarships. Visit www.deapuw.edu | ||
| Full Sail Real World Education | located in Orlando, Florida - offers Associate of Science Degree Programs in Computer Animation, Digital Media, Film, Game Design and Development, Recording Arts, and Show Production and Touring. Visit www.fullsail.com | ||
| January 31, 2005 | Jefferson College Nursing Program | Applications are now available. | |
| Johns Hopkins University | Johns Hopkins Scholarship and Fellowship opportunities would be for students interested in attending Johns Hopkins University, a research university. Visit http://apply.jhu.edu | ||
| Mineral Area College Music Scholarship | Applications are available in the counseling office | ||
| Rochester Institute of Technology | Home to the National Technical Institute for the Deaf (NTID), the world's first and largest technological college for students who are deaf or hard of hearing, RIT provides excellent academic programs as well as outstanding access and support services. Visit http://www.rit.edu/NTID | ||
| January | Sanford-Brown Legislative Scholarship | This scholarship could cover full tuition, one-half tuition and/or a specific amount of tuition for specific programs. | |
| Savannah College of Art and Design Scholarship | Visit www.scad.edu/scholarships | ||
| February | SEMO Hospital College of Nursing and Health Sciences Board of Trustees | is offering a $1000 scholarship. Visit www.southeastmissourihospital.com/college | |
| Southern Illinois University at Carbondale National Science Foundation Scholarship | is available for students interested in studying Mathematics of Engineering. | ||
| Alumni Scholarship Program
UM-Columbia |
Go online to www.mizzou.com | ||
| Missouri Alumni Association
UM-Columbia |
Alumni Scholar Program - This scholarship is available to students who plan to attend UM-Columbia. Student must have a 26 or higher on the ACT, or rank in the top 20% of your graduating class. Applications are available online at www.mizzou.com. Click on Programs | ||
| Conley Scholars Program
UM-Columbia |
Must attend UM-Columbia School of Medicine | ||
| George C. Brooks Scholarship
UM-Columbia |
Scholarship information is available in the counseling office and at www.sfa.missouri.edu. Student must be a minority. | ||
| Bryan Scholars Pre-Admission Program and Rural Scholars Program
UM-Columbia |
Interested in medicine - UM-Columbia offers two programs specifically for students that are interested in becoming doctors. These programs are designed to encourage students from rural communities to attend medical school with the hopes that some day they will return to a rural community to practice medicine. To accomplish this goal, the Bryan Scholars Pre-Admission Program and Rural Scholars Program have been created. Stop by for more information. | ||
| Pi Kappa Alpha Fraternity
UM-Columbia |
ust attend UM-Columbia, have a 3.2 GPA, play in a varsity sport, be involved in a community leadership activity. | ||
| Robert J. Trulaske Sr. Scholarship
UM-Columbia |
Must attend UM-Columbia of Business | ||
| Sam Walton Community Scholarship Program
UM-Columbia |
This scholarship is a top-flight business scholarship for outstanding students interested in careers in retailing. Students must attend UM-Columbia College of Business. | ||
| December 1 | UM-Kansas City School of Medicine | offers an accelerated doctor of medicine degree in six years. More information is available in the counselors office or check out www.umkc.edu/med. | |
| Acacia Fraternity Tuksal Leadership Scholarship
UM-Rolla |
Must attend UM-Rolla and have strong academic and leadership skills. | ||
| December 1 | UM-Rolla | Priority Scholarship | |
| The Chancellor's Scholarship
UM-Rolla |
This is a $9000 award. Eligibility requirements include an ACT score that qualifies a student for the "Bright Flight" Scholarship. | ||
| United States Military Academy at West Point | Interested students should visit http://www.usma.army.mil/admissions - Apply ASAP | ||
| Vatterott College | offers two $1000 scholarships for seniors who plan to pursue career in Computer Programming or Computer-Aided Drafting. | ||
| Washington University | William H. and Elizabeth G. Danforth Scholars Program at Washington University offers full and partial scholarships. Must be nominated. | ||
| Washington University | John B. Ervin Scholars Program for Black Americans who wish to attend Washington University. | ||
| Washington University | Annika Rodriguez Scholarship for Hispanic Americans who wish to attend Washington University | ||
| Washington University Scholars Program in Medicine | Visit uscholars.wustl.edu | ||
| Deadline | Local Scholarships | Requirements | Award |
| All Star Gas | Apply at business | ||
| March 1 | BETA SIGMA PHI | Recommendation of principal, teacher, or counselor - based on career goals | |
| March 1 | Bible Club Scholarship | Must be a club member | |
| May | Blackwell Masonic Lodge | Based on financial need, 2.5 GPA and career goals | |
| March 1 | Community Teachers Association (Potosi R-3) | $500 awarded to two students, based on financial need, 2.5 GPA, and must major in education | $500 |
| No later than March | Cresswell-Graff Scholarship | Full tuition scholarship to Central Methodist College (CMC) - Must be graduating senior from Potosi, Kingston, or Caledonia, pursuing a four-year baccalaureate program at CMC in Fayette, 3.5 GPA or above, score at least a 27 on the ACT, Apply with counselor | |
| No later than March | Cresswell-Graff Scholarship II | Full tuition scholarship to Central Methodist College (CMC) - Graduating senior from Potosi, Kingston, and Caledonia, pursuing a four-year baccalaureate program at CMC in Fayette, with emphasis on Pre-medical studies, however other studies will also be considered for this scholarship, 3.5 GPA or above, score at least a 27 on the ACT, and apply with counselor | |
| February | Elks Club (Potosi) | $1000 - See application | $1000 |
| March 1 | F.H.C.C. Scholarship | Must be club member | |
| March 1 | Foreign Language Scholarship | Must be club member | |
| March 1 | Foursche' Valley Golf League Scholarship | $500 (one-time), see application | $500 |
| March 1 | Future Teachers of America | Must be a club member and pursue a degree in education | |
| May 15 | Glennon J Walsh | $250 to $500 award, must be in top 60% of class, planning to work part-time while attending college, and are an orthodontic patient who is presently in appliance or retention treatment with Dr. Kevin M. Walsh | $250 to $500 |
| March 1 | H.E.L.P. Club | Must be a club member | |
| February | Hugh and Ruby E (Weber) Richards Memorial Scholarship | Must major in education | |
| March 1 | Lt. Stephen J Branaugh Memorial Scholarship | $500 award and must be pursuing a Law Enforcement Career | $500 |
| March 1 | Mae Burford Memorial Nursing Scholarship | $1000 and Nursing Major | $1000 |
| March 1 | Mark "Chicken" Stricklin Memorial Scholarship | $500 and PHS Varsity letter winner | $500 |
| March 1 | Marvin Boyer | $5000 and must attend a University of Missouri campus (Rolla, Columbia, Kansas City, St. Louis), be in the top 15% of class, and 2 letters of recommendation | $5000 |
| March 1 | Michelle Lynn Woods | $500 and citizenship, community service, school activities, academics, speech/drama students awarded first | $500 |
| March-April | Missouri Independent Bankers sponsored by Belgrade State Bank | Will compete against other schools in membership region, major in a business field, meet two of the following: 3.5 GPA, 20 on ACT, top 10% of class, see your counselor for more information | $1000 |
| March 1 | Pam Britton Memorial Scholarship | Accepted to a college and pursuing a health career - Top 25% of senior class - Attend entire senior year at PHS | $500 |
| March 1 | P.E.E.R. Club Scholarship | Must be a club member | |
| End of School Year | Potosi Presbyterian Church Eversole Award of Excellence Scholarship | $350 per semester for 8 semesters - Essay - GPA - Other | |
| March | Potosi Rotary Club | 5 students - Financial need - Good school citizen - Well-rounded | $500 |
| March 29 | Sayers Christian Foundation Scholarship | Write and submit an essay, one to three pages, on Washington County's economy including ideas on how to create jobs or improve economy - obtain and submit two recommendations, one from a teacher an the other from someone in the Washington county community - submit a copy of his/her transcript - finalist will be selected and asked for a personal interview | |
| March 1 | Tony Gamble Memorial Scholarship | Interested in furthering their education in conservation, outdoor recreation, forestry or some closely related field. | $500 |
| February | Wal-Mart Scholarship | ACT score, grades, GPA, financial need, activiites, work - Visit your local Wal-Mart or see your counselor | $1000 |
| Washington County Farm Bureau Families Scholarship Opportunities | Must attend University of Missouri - Columbia, major in Animal Science or Agriculture or Human Environmental Sciences - Visit your local Farm Bureau or see your counselor | $750 to $1500 | |
| Washington County 4H | 4H Member for 4 years | $500 | |
| April | Washington County Memorial Post 6996 Scholarship | Parents or grandparents must be a member of VFW Post 6696 - Financial Need - Participation of student and his/her family in VFW sponsored events - Volunteerism and/or participation in school activities and community events - One letter of recommendation | |
| March 1 | William "Bill" Nelson Foundation Scholarship | Pursuing a degree related to the sciences or engineering | |