AMP Ohio – Richard H. Gorsuch 2013 Scholarship

Four at $2,000 each

Requirements:-Applicant must be a student who is either or whose parent is either and employee of an AMP – Ohio electric system or is an employee of AMP – Ohio-applicant must either live with the parent outlined above or live at another residence within the area in which that parent is employed--applicant must be a graduating senior planning to attend college-applicant must have 3.0 GPA Deadline: January 11 to Mrs. Wendel (Additional paperwork will be required and due January 20.)

AMP Ohio – Lyle B. Wright 2013 Scholarship

Four at $2,000 each

Requirements:-applicant must be a student whose household receives electricity from an AMP-Ohio member community-cannot have an immediate family member be an employee of AMP-Ohio or an AMP-Ohio member municipal electric system-applicant must be a graduating senior planning to attend college-applicant must have 3.0 GPA

Deadline: January 11 to Mrs. Wendel (Additional paperwork will be required and due January 20.)

Laws of Life Essay Contest

More than $6,000 will be awarded to more than 75 individuals, ranging from $25 to $500.

For instructions and entry forms:Visit http://lol.centerforcharacterethics.orgClick on “Find a regional contest” and “ohio” or Email: info@charactereducationohio.orgOr call 614.893.9971

Deadline: January 11

Burger King Scholars Program – Have It Your Way Foundation

Requirements: Eligibility and how to apply can be found on the website below.

Go to www.bkmclamorefoundation.org/WhatWeDo/ScholarsProgram

www.facebook.com/BurgerKingMcLamoreFoundation

Deadline: January 10

Midwest Electric and Touchstone Scholarships

Nearly $25,000 available at the local and statewide levels

Minimum 3.5 GPA for Midwest Electric General Scholarship – six scholarships awarded locally

Minimum 2.75 GPA for Touchstone Scholarship – one $1000 award will be awarded locally.

-must be a son, daughter, or legal ward of a Midwest Electric customer -members of immediate families and persons residing in the households of trustees, managers, employees of Midwest Electric are not eligible to participate-must be a graduating senior

Application forms are available at www.midwestrec.com

Deadline: January 15

Pioneer Electric Cooperative

One $2000 scholarships and One $1500 scholarshipsIn addition, the recipients of the awards are then eligible to compete for scholarships from the Ohio Rural Electric Cooperatives, Inc. (OREC)

Requirements:-All applicants must be a son, daughter, or legal ward of a Pioneer Electric Cooperative member. -Applicants must have all basic credits for college or proper vocational or technical school entrance. (Proper vocational or technical school must educate beyond high

school and credits earned must be transferable to a state-accredited college.) They must have a current career average of 3.8 (based on a 4-point scale) or better. Eligible applicants also may be accepted and then enrolled in an accredited in an accredited school of nursing, working toward a degree or graduation.

Visit www.pioneerec.com to apply!

Deadline: January 31

Elks National Foundation Legacy Scholarships

Up to 250 $4000 awards

Requirements:-be a child or grandchild of a living Elk who joined the order on or before April 1, 2010-be a high school senior-plan to attend an accredited college in the USA-have taken the ACT or SAT by December 2012

Apply online at www.elks.org

Deadline: February 1

Grand Lake Area Insurance Professionals Scholarship

One for $1,500

Requirements:-be a high school senior residing in or attending school in either Auglaize or Mercer County-pursuing a degree in Business or a related insurance industry major (Accounting, Actuarial Science, Computer Science, Finance, Risk Management and Insurance, etc.)

-If the students attends WSU Lake, WOEF will give an additional $1,200 to the recipient

Deadline: February 1

Buick Achievers Scholarship Program

100 at up to $25,000 per year

$2,000 one-time awards for up to 1,000 students

Requirements:-high school senior or graduates-plan to major in a field of study that focuses on engineering, technology, design or business, with an interest in the automotive industry

For more information, visit the website at www.buickachievers.com

Deadline: February 28

PRINTING INDUSTRY EDUCATION FUNDS, INC.

Scholarships for students seeking a career in graphic imaging industry

www.pianko.org

Deadline: Feb. 28, 2013

The American Legion High School Oratorical Scholarship

Visit www.legion.org for more information!

A competition will take place in Minster at the beginning of March.

“Pre-College Co-Op” Program through Honda Transmission Manufacturing in Russells Point

In this program, Honda is looking to form a relationship with some of the top-rated local schools to hire students as co-ops the summer BEFORE they attend college.

Requirements to Apply:-be in the top 20% of your class-intend to major in mechanical or electrical engineering at an accredited college in fall 2013

Space is limited to 4 students from more than 13 high schools. To be considered, send a professional resume and cover letter to Mrs. Wendel by Friday, February 22. If you do not meet the criteria, but you are still interested, please express your interest to Mrs. Wendel.

Lima and Allen County Medical Alliance

One scholarship of up to $1,000

Requirements:-senior in high school or recent graduate who will be entering college for the first year of studies-pursuing a HUMAN HEALTH/ SCIENCE-BASED FIELD OF STUDY-3.0 gpa-must demonstrate financial need-must be a resident of Allen, Auglaize, or Putnam County

Deadline: March 1

The James Kura Memorial Scholarship

Three $1,000 scholarships

Requirements:-be an Ohio high school senior-have a 2.5 gpa-be accepted to a 4 year college-write a 2 page essay

For more information, visit www.oacdl.org/scholarship.

Deadline: March 1

Midmark Technical Scholarship

One $20,000 scholarship paid over four year period.

Requirements:-graduating senior from Darke, Miami, Mercer, Auglaize, or Shelby schools-commit to a three year work obligation after college graduation at Midmark-commit to summer employment-must be pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in one of the following areas: Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Information Systems,

Management Information Systems, or Mechanical Engineering at an accredited four-year institution

For more information, visit midmark.com/careers.

Deadline: March 15

WTLW TV Scholarship

$1000 cash scholarship

Requirements:-high school senior with plans to attend a post-secondary educational institution and pursue a degree in any type of communications field, including broadcast journalism, public relations, graphics design, print journalism, web design, photo journalism, business or corporate communications, or any type of mass media-must be a senior attending a high school located within WTLW TV’s viewing area

Deadline: March 15

Delta Kappa Gamma Book Award

One $500 book award

Requirements:-majoring in a field in education

Deadline: March 20

New Bremen Education Foundation

Nearly 50 awards of varying amounts

Requirements:-be a senior from New Bremen High School planning to attend college-must attend an interview

Deadline: March 26 at 3:00 p.m.

Gilbraitti Scholarship

One $500 award

Requirements:-be between the ages of 16-20-must be attending a college or university in the fall of 2013-must complete the application form, including the essay prior to the deadline of 03/30/13

Applications can be found by going to: http://www.mortgagebrokerkelowna.ca

Deadline: March 30

Minority Journalism ScholarshipsIntended for Ohio Seniors planning to major in journalism

Applicant must be African American, Hispanic, Asian American, or American Indian

Requirements:-750 to 1000 word autobiography-minimum high school grade point average of 2.5-two letters of recommendation

Applications can also be downloaded at www.ohionews.org

Deadline: March 31

South Shore Sportsman Club, Inc.

Two $500 Merit Scholarships renewable

Requirements:-pursuing the field of conservation and/or wildlife management or fields related to these vocations-become a full-time student in higher education-preference given to relatives of Club members

Deadline: March 31

Janice M. Scott Memorial Scholarship

Three to Five scholarships for $2,500 each

Requirements:-be a U.S. citizen-3.0 gpa or higher-plan to attend an accredited college or university in the U.S.-have demonstrated leadership abilities through participating in community services or other extra-curricular activities-combined adjusted income of the parents cannot exceed $100,000

Deadline: March 31

Lima Memorial Hospital Auxiliary

Two $1500 Awards

Requirements:-minimum gpa of 3.0-pursue a career in the health-care field

St. Marys Community FoundationUSW Local 200L

In the past, the following has been awarded: One Technical/Trade Institute Scholarship of $1,000 and One Academic Scholarship of $2,000

Requirements:-Daughters, sons, and legal wards of members in good standing of USW Local 200L. -High school senior

Visit www.theSMCF.org for application information.

Deadline: March 31

St. Marys Foundry Scholarship

Amount unknown

Requirements:-open to a senior or graduate of New Bremen High School-must be a son or daughter of an employee of the St. Marys Foundry, Inc.

Visit www.theSMCF.org for application information.

Deadline: March 31

St. Marys Community FoundationRobert Lee Griner Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 9289 Scholarship

Two $1,000 scholarships

Requirements:All high school seniors may apply for these scholarships, but extra consideration will be given to graduates whose parents or grandparents are members of the St. Marys Veterans of Foreign Wars Robert Lee Griner Post 9289

Visit www.theSMCF.org for application information.

Deadline: March 31

St. Marys Community Foundation The Disabled American Veterans #119 Scholarship

Requirements:-to students residing in St. Marys, New Knoxville, New Bremen, and Minster school districts -all persons may apply for these scholarships, but first priority will be given to children or grandchildren of Disabled American Veterans, second priority to children or grandchildren of any American Veterans and third priority to other persons and high school graduates living in the districts listed above-applicants who are children of grandchildren of either Disabled American Veterans or American Veterans must indicate the name of said veteran and sign a statement certifying the fact

Visit www.theSMCF.org for application information.

Deadline: March 31

St. Marys Community FoundationMelville and Leona Laut Student Loans

The loans are interest free until nine (9) months after you complete your planned course of study. You would then have up to three (3) years to repay the loan at a 4% interest rate.

Requirements:-grades, activities, interests, career plans, and financial need are all evaluated when your application is being considered for a loan

Deadline: April 1

Auglaize Soil and Water Conservation District

One $300 scholarship

Requirements:-must be pursuing a degree in natural resource or an agricultural related program-2.5 gpa

Deadline: April 2

Health Choices Scholarship

One $500 award

Requirements:-be attending an accredited post-secondary institution by the fall of 2013-a student can be enrolled at any level in any program that is two years in length or longer-students must be Canadian or U.S. residents

Applications can be found by going to: http://www.chiropractorkelowna.ca

Deadline: April 3

The William D. Squires Educational Foundation, Inc.(The William D. Squires Educational Foundation, Inc. is a non-profit family

foundation, created in 1999, solely to offer scholarships to residents in Ohio.)

Twelve $3,000 renewable scholarships for Ohio Seniors

Requirements:-Minimum 3.2 GPA-The student’s EFC, as reported on the Student Aid Report from FAFSA, must be under $8,000!!!-be a graduating senior from an Ohio High School-have a specific career goal-be highly motivated-gave good character

Visit www.wmdsquiresfoundation.org for more information!

Deadline: April 5

Mote and Associates, Inc. Scholarship

Requirements:-Be a commendable student seeking a post high school education or enrolled in an accredited college program in the field of engineering, surveying, architecture, or a closely related field of study

Complete apps online at www.moteassociates.com

Deadline: April 5

The Adrian G. and Anne M. Werst Scholarship Application

Amount Unknown

Requirements:-provide evidence of acceptance at an accredited college-have a 2.5 gpa-letter of recommendation, transcript, essay-high school senior whose father or grandfather, or at the time of his death was, a member in good standing within the 10th Masonic District under the jurisdiction of the Grand Lodge of Ohio, F. & A.M.-The 10th Masonic District includes the following counties: Allen, Auglaize, Hardin, or Handcock within the state of Ohio

Deadline: April 12

Auglaize County Farm Bureau

One $700 agriculture scholarship and one $400 non-agriculture scholarship

Requirements:-must be a high school senior entering college in any major in the fall -parents of the applicant must be members of the Auglaize County Farm Bureau in good standing-all applicants must complete the attached application and participate in a personal interview

Scholarship is based on scholastic achievement, extracurricular activities, and a personal interview. All interviews will be held shortly after the April 12 deadline.

Deadline: April 12

The Hauss-Helms Foundation, Inc.

Requirements:-must be a resident of Auglaize or Allen County; must be of good moral character; must be in upper fifty percent of graduating class; must be unable to attend higher education institution without without financial assistance from the foundation; should be recommend for an education grant by the principal, GC, orresponsible faculty member; along with other requirements listed on application

-also visit website at www.hauss-helmsfoundation.org

Deadline: April 15

Better Men Scholarships (through the Beta Chapter of Alpha Gamma Rho Fraternity) at OSU

Three $1,000 scholarships

Requirements:-Excel in leadership, extracurricular activity, scholastic achievement, and share a common interest in Agriculture-plan to attend The Ohio State University

Deadline: April 15

The Wapakoneta Area Community FoundationMerle and Opal Miller Scholarship Fund

Grants available for a minimum of $1,000

Requirements:-be of good moral character-be unable to attend college without the financial assistance of the scholarship fund or be in a position where the expense of a college education would be an undue financial hardship on the student and the student’s family-plan to study nursing

Deadline: April 15

Ohio Association of Career Colleges and Schools

More than 275 scholarships available and range from $2,000 to $12,995 – only available to Ohio high school graduates of year 2010

Requirements:

-MUST plan to attend one of the following schools:Academy of Court Reporting and TechnologyAlexandria SchoolAmerican School of TechnologyArt Institute of OhioBeckfield CollegeBrown Mackie CollegeCleveland Institute of Dental Medical Assistants, inc.Davis CollegeETI Technical CollegeGallipolis Career CollegeInternational College of BroadcastingITT Technical InstituteMiami-Jacobs Career CollegeNational CollegeNational Institute of TechnologyOhio Business College

Ohio Valley College of TechnologySanford-Brown CollegeSouthwestern CollegeStautzenberger CollegeToledo Dental AcademyTrumbull Business CollegeVatterott CollegeVirginia Marti College of Art and Design

-Must have a “C” or better high school average (GPA at least 2.0)-Must be nominated by a current member of the Ohio Legislature -Must submit two letters of recommendation

For more information, visit www.ohiocareercolleges.org.

*PLEASE only take an application if you are serious about applying!

Deadline: April 15

Youth Volunteer Scholarship Award

One $500 award

Requirements:-over the past 2 years a student must have completed a minimum of 50 hours of volunteer work-over the past 2 years a student must have maintained a gpa of 3.5 or greater-a student must be under the age of 21 years of age on the day of the deadline-a student must submit an essay on this year’s topic

Applications can be found by going to: http://www.bbgcommunicationsservices.com

Deadline: April 15

JTD Hospital Foundation Nursing Scholarship

One $1,000 award

Requirements:-be interested in pursuing a nursing career-current college or adult returning to school who is a resident of Auglaize or Mercer counties or a graduate of a high school in these counties

Apply online at www.grandlakehealth.org

Deadline: April 19

New Bremen Athletic Boosters

$500 will be awarded to two females and two males

Requirements:-be a graduating senior from New Bremen High School-must be pursuing an associate, technical, or bachelor degree-must have participated in athletics at New Bremen High School-have a minimum gpa of 2.75 based on first seven semesters of high school

Due: Friday, April 29

The New Bremen German Township Fire Department Memorial Scholarship

Three $500 memorial scholarships

Requirements:-priority to graduates who wish to pursue a career in public service or whose families and/or themselves have shown efforts toward public service (but is not a requirement)

NOTE: Be sure to complete all three opportunities for qualification THAT APPLY to you. (Items 3-5 on application) Item 5 on the application states any graduates showing efforts of public service will be considered for the scholarships. Examples are scouting, church groups, Big Brothers/Big Sisters, Holiday Food Drives, and other volunteer community/public service activities.

Deadline: May 1

Sons of American Legion Squadron 241

Three $1000 scholarships

Requirements:-selection will be based on merit, ability to succeed in a chosen course of study, and contributions to school, church, community, state, and nation

-seeking students with optimism, initiative, and the desire to succeed

Deadline: May 1

Scholarship by Design Award

Once $500 award

Requirements:-be currently attending school as a high school senior or as an undergraduate student-be a resident of either Canada or the U.S.-be currently attending school on a full-time basis

Applications can be found by going to: http://www.studentscholarships.org/scholarshipsforcollege.php

Deadline: May 1

New Bremen American Legion Scholarship Application

Five $1000 scholarships to aid in the first year of post high school education

Requirements:-all New Bremen High School seniors that are planning to go on to college are eligible-selection is on merit; ability to succeed in a chosen course; contributions to school, church, community; outlook on life; and personal initiative and desire to succeed

Deadline: May 10

Caretenders Scholarship Program

One $500 award

Requirements:-be attending an accredited university, college, trades, or technical school in the fall of 2013-in the fall of 2013, you must be attending a school in Canada or the U.S.

Applications can be found by going to: http://wwwkelownaretirementhomes.ca/management.php

Deadline: May 31

LM Scholarship Program

One $1000 award

Requirements:-must be currently enrolled in a degree program (2 years of length or greater) by September-must have a gpa of 3.0 or higher and submit an answer to the essay question prior to the submission deadline

Applications can be found by going to: http://www.forkliftcertificationvancouver.com

Deadline: May 31

Rogers Community Volunteer Scholarship

One $500 award

Requirements:-an undergraduate degree program at any level-must have contributed a minimum of 10 hours of non-paid, volunteer service within your community during the last 12 months and have maintained a gpa of 2.5 or greater

Applications can be found by going to: http://www.whiterockdentists.com

Deadline: June 1

Rhodes State STEM Scholarship Program

Up to $5,000 annually

Requirements:-have plans to attend Rhodes State College-demonstrate financial need-open to women, minorities, persons with disabilities and underrepresented groups-enroll in a STEM (science, engineering, technology, and mathematics) program within the Division of IT/ET (Information Technology and Engineering Technology)

-a minimum GPA of 2.5

Deadline: July 13