APPALACHIAN OHIO SCHOLARSHIPS OHIO SCHOLARSHIPS The scholarships listed are for students in the Appalachian Ohio region based on recent research and information provided. To stay informed

APPALACHIAN OHIO SCHOLARSHIPS The scholarships listed are for students in the Appalachian Ohio region based on recent research and information provided. To stay informed about our scholarship deadlines, please join our mailing list by registering online at www.AppalachianOhio.org . If you have any questions please contact the Foundation for Applachian Ohio directly at 740.753.1111. SCHOLARSHIP DESCRIPTION CONTACT INFORMATION

FAO SCHOLARSHIPS

Applications will be available March 1 and completed applications must be postmarked by March 31.

AK Steel Foundation Scholastic Award

Must be a student within the 32 counties of Appalachian Ohio pursuing or beginning pursuit of study in the field of science, technology, engineering or mathematics. Priority will be given to those with a specific focus of metallurgy. Overall academic achievement, with a particular emphasis on high achievement and career interest in STEM fields, with a future commitment to work in Ohio. Demonstrated financial need. Visit our scholarships webpage for more information.

The Foundation for Appalachian Ohio 36 Public Square, PO Box 456 Nelsonville, OH 45764 (740) 753-1111

Ora E. Anderson Scholarship

Two or more $2,500 scholarships will be awarded annually to students pursuing studies associated with the natural sciences. Applicant must be a graduating high school senior or possess a GED, and currently live and attend school within the 32 counties of Appalachian Ohio. Candidates who demonstrate overall commitment to environmental protection and conservation will be considered; ethical character, extra-curricular activities, volunteerism and financial need will also be evaluated. Visit our scholarships webpage for more information.


Forrest Bachtel Scholarship

Must be a student at Meigs High School who is nominated by the administrative or teaching staff of Meigs High School or a member of the Meigs High School parent-teacher/booster organization. Nominators

The Foundation for Appalachian Ohio 36 Public Square, PO Box 456 Nelsonville, OH 45764

must submit an official nomination form and a synopsis describing the student’s achievements and any known special circumstances to the Awards Advisory Committee. Nominees must then submit two letters of reference as well as his or her resume describing academic, athletic, and extracurricular activities. Visit our scholarships webpage for more information.

(740) 753-1111

Lee Beckett Legacy Scholarship

Applicants must be a graduating senior of Nelsonville-York High School. Plan to pursue post-secondary education, either full or part-time, at an accredited vocational or technical training program, community college, college or university. Student applicants must have at least a 2.5 GPA on a 4.00 scale. A personal essay demonstrating balance in life activity and community engagement – academic, extracurricular, employment and volunteer service. Scholarship recipients agree to participate in ten hours of community service, five hours per semester (or 2.5 per quarter), during the academic year of the scholarship award. Interim reports detailing volunteer work and their post-secondary studies must be supplied to FAO (form to be provided to recipients by FAO). Visit our scholarships webpage for more information.


Bellisio Foods Scholarship

Established by Bellisio Foods to increase access to postsecondary opportunities for dependent children and grandchildren of Bellisio employees. Scholarships support programs providing training and certification in various trades and fields of vocational interest, associate degree programs and four year institutions of higher learning. Visit our scholarships webpage for more information.


Cambridge HS Class of ’57 Scholarship Fund

These are college scholarships for graduating Cambridge High School students. The fund has provided five $750 scholarships.


Cambridge This scholarship is awarded to a declared The Foundation for

Singers Scholarship Fund

music major who is a resident of Cambridge, Ohio and is currently based on proceeds from the spring show and annual patron drive.

Appalachian Ohio 36 Public Square, PO Box 456 Nelsonville, OH 45764 (740) 753-1111

Don Coss Memorial Scholarship Fund

Applicants must be Post 84 Cambridge American Legion Baseball Team players pursuing vocational programs, associate degree programs, and programs at four-year institutions of higher learning.


Jeff Cox and Jane Schumaker Cox Scholarship

Applicants must be graduating high school seniors currently attending school at Buckeye Trail High School or Monroe Central High School; Candidates should demonstrate outstanding character, academic excellence and involvement with extra-curricular activities. Visit our scholarships webpage for more information.


Lester and Thelma Ellwood Educational Scholarship

Applicants must be a graduate of Buckeye Trail High School, Cambridge High School, Meadowbrook High School or any other Guernsey County High School. Applicants must have obtained or will obtain a high school diploma and show proof of acceptance at a vocational school, college, or university. Applicants must demonstrate a strong work ethic and good ethical character as evidenced by personal conduct, values, and attitudes and behaviors toward others. An applicant’s community service will be assessed as evidenced by leadership, service, activities and references. Financial need of the candidate will be considered. Candidates must have at least a 2.5 GPA on a 4.00 scale. Visit our scholarships webpage for more information.


Jennifer Garrison Public Service Scholarship

Scholarships are available to graduating high school seniors from Monroe, Noble and Washington counties. Applicants must have held an elected position within their school’s student government and communicate a continued desire to be involved in public service. Preference will be given to students with a grade point


average between 2.5 and 3.5. Visit our scholarships webpage for more information.

Guernsey County Educational Assistance Grant Fund Scholarships

The Fund supports students who are residents of Guernsey County at the time of their graduation or those with an equivalent degree and 10 years of residency in the county. These scholarships are available for four years and can be used in non-consecutive years and for varied educational pursuits, including technical schools and graduate schools. Guernsey County citizens who may be returning to school years after completing their high school degrees can also make use of the scholarships.


Miriam Hawes Scholarship

Provide scholarship support to deserving students graduating from Rolling Hills School District.


Susan K. Ipacs Nursing Legacy Scholarship and PN2RN Nursing Legacy Scholarships

Must be a second year Hocking College student pursing studies in the Nursing Program. Visit our scholarships webpage for more information.


Mary Kackley-Brill Scholarship

Provides scholarship support to a graduating senior from Buckeye Trail High School and residing in the general area of the former school district of Madison High School.


Janet Hursey Koehler Wade Scholarship

Provides scholarship support to a graduating senior from Sheridan High School residing in Perry County.


Madison High School Alumni

Provides scholarship support to a graduating senior residing in the general area of the former school district of

The Foundation for Appalachian Ohio 36 Public Square,

Scholarship

Madison High School. PO Box 456 Nelsonville, OH 45764 (740) 753-1111

Blaine and Martha Neilley Scholarship

This scholarship is open to any high school graduate (public, private or home schooled) of Guernsey County, Ohio. $500 will be awarded to a student entering their sophomore year or later at a 2- or 4-year school or college, pursuing a degree in agriculture or related studies (e.g. veterinary medicine, forestry, agronomy, horticulture, natural resources, agricultural education or engineering, etc.)


Winnie Mae Sharpe Education Fund Scholarship

Provides scholarship support to deserving students residing in the Byesville area and graduating from Meadowbrook High School in Guernsey County, wishing to major in education.


Paul Sayanek Scholarship

Provides scholarship awards to seniors graduating from Guernsey County High Schools.


Dr. Allen Smith Memorial Scholarship

Scholarships will be awarded exclusively to graduates of Jackson City High School and shall be distributed to institutions of higher learning selected by scholarship recipients. Both the Smith Scholastic Award and Smith Community Service Award are intended to be awarded to students planning to attend a 4 year Ohio college or university. Non-traditional students meeting the selection criteria are also welcome to apply. Visit our scholarships webpage for more information.


Doug Steele Memorial Scholarship

Awarded to a graduating senior at Cambridge High School.


Ariana R. Open to international students or students The Foundation for

Ulloa Scholarship

enrolled in international studies accepted or already enrolled full-time in a degree program at a community college, trade school, or 4-year college or university. Consideration given to financial need and academic achievement. Proof of enrollment required for acceptance of award. Visit our scholarships webpage for more information.

Appalachian Ohio 36 Public Square, PO Box 456 Nelsonville, OH 45764 (740) 753-1111

Wayne F. White & Bob Evans Scholarship

Those applying must be graduating high school seniors or possess a GED, and currently live and attend school within the 32 counties of Appalachian Ohio. Priority to those with financial need, and a demonstrated desire to succeed and overcome obstacles, as well as candidates who show outstanding character, academic excellence and extracurricular activities. Visit our scholarships webpage for more information.


Jenny Cornelius-Woltz Memorial Scholarship

Providing scholarship awards in perpetuity to one or more deserving students graduating from John Glenn High School in Guernsey County, with a primary interest in nursing.


Southern Perry County Academic Scholarships

The Southern Perry County Academic Endowment Fund (SPCAEF) was established in 1987 with the purpose of creating resources to promote learning experiences for the residents of the Southern Local School District. Now, SPCAEF is partnering with FAO to provide scholarships and mini-grants to promote academic excellence and sponsor enrichment opportunities for Southern Local School District students and citizens. • Catherine Blankenship Scholarship Fund • Briggs Family Scholarship Fund • Murray and Lulu Brown Scholarship Fund • Jesse Olema and Ralph Drake Scholarship Fund • William and Frances Dunlap Scholarship Fund • John and Elsie Exenkemper Scholarship Fund • Hazel Post Fisher Community Fund


• Bruce and Delores Hannah Scholarship Fund • Bob and Ruth Holland Community Fund • Paul and Charlotte Hope Scholarship Fund • Vincent and Gene Hope Scholarship Fund • Charlene Joseph Scholarship Fund • Commander Lambert Scholarship Fund • Joseph and Marie Lichtenstein Scholarship Fund • Donald and Catherine Palmer Scholarship Fund • Jack and Clara Reho Scholarship Fund • Ben and Alyce Shaver Scholarship Fund • Shawnee Alumni Association Scholarship Fund • Blake and Underwood Community Fund • Charles, Elizabeth, and Robert Woodruff Scholarship Fund

Zelma Gray Medical School Scholarship

Zelma Gray Scholarships are available to any resident of Guernsey County Ohio for enrollment in an accredited medical school or college located within the United States, in hopes that the applicant will return to Guernsey County upon completion of his or her education to practice medicine in Guernsey County. Visit our scholarships webpage for more information.


SCHOLARSHIP DESCRIPTION CONTACT INFORMATION

OTHER REGIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS

The deadlines below are based on historical rollout of the scholarship. Scholarship application details, guidelines, and deadlines can change so please

contact each one you might be interested in early!

Abbot & Fenner Business Consultants

Awarding up to $1,000 to the winner(s) each year. The A&F Scholarships are available to all high school juniors and seniors as well as all students currently registered in any accredited post secondary institution. Students will submit an essay on the topic that appears on the scholarship page of the web site, deadline June 15.

http://www.abbottandfenner.com/scholarships.htm

Appalachian Cohort for Engineering (ACE) Scholarship

Appalachian Cohort for Engineering (ACE) will provide between 8 and 12 incoming freshmen at Ohio University’s Russ College of Engineering from the Appalachian counties of Ohio, Kentucky, West Virginia, and Pennsylvania with funding and academic support for four years. Submit an application to the Ohio University Office of Undergraduate Admissions by February 1.

https://www.ohio.edu/engineering/scholarships/ACE/ Ken Sampson, Russ College Associate Dean for Academics, at 740.593.1503 or [email protected]

AES Engineers Scholarship

Scholarships are intended for our future leaders across a wide spectrum of fields of study. This award is available to high school seniors and all students attending a post secondary educational facility. You are not required to be taking Engineering courses to be eligible. Award is $500. Deadline is October 7.

http://www.aesengineers.com/scholarships.htm [email protected]

AICPA The AICPA is pleased to offer several academic scholarships for students interested in accounting and business.

Please visit the website http://www.startheregoplaces.com/students/whats-next/scholarship-search/ to learn about requirements for the available scholarships and their deadlines.

AK Steel Sons and Daughters

Scholarships are available to sons and daughters of eligible AK Steel employees. Applicants must be high school seniors

Contact the nearest AK Steel location OR

Scholarship who will graduate in the current academic year and enter an accredited US college or university no later than the start of the next academic year. Selection is based on test scores, class rank, extracurricular activities, recommendations, work experience, and essay. Applications are available in October and due by December 31.

AK Steel Sons and Daughters Scholarship c/o Middletown Community Foundation 36 Donham Plaza Middletown, OH 45042 www.aksteel.com www.mcfoundation.org 513.424,7369

American Chemical Society Scholars Program

100 scholarships will be awarded to undergraduates interested in four-year degrees in the chemical sciences. The scholarship is designed to encourage African-American, Hispanic and Native-American students to pursue undergraduate college degrees in the chemical sciences. The scholarship is valued at up to $2500 per year for freshmen, $3000 for sophomores and $5000 for juniors and seniors.

Applications and more information are available at http://www.acs.org/content/acs/en/funding-and-awards/scholarships.html

American Society of Heating, Refrigerating, and Air-Conditioning Engineers, Inc.

Scholarships are available to undergraduate engineering and engineering technology students.

Applications are available at https://www.ashrae.org/membership--conferences/student-zone/scholarships-and-grants

Mike and Ann Amicone Memorial Community Scholarship

$1,000 scholarship and four additional smaller awards funded by the Gannett Company and the Fieldhouse. There is no application for this scholarship. Applicants must submit letters of nomination. Consideration is given to academic accomplishment, athletic participation/achievement, church and community involvement, commitment to family, and commitment to further education. Deadline is May 1.

Mick Amicone Fieldhouse Family Sports and Wellness Center 300 Sunrise Center Zanesville, OH 43701 740.454.2224

Appalachian Scholars Program

Need-based scholarship program seeking students from Appalachian Ohio to attend Ohio University. Open to students in 29 different counties in Appalachian Ohio who are accepted to Ohio University, and planning to attend OU’s Athens campus. Consideration given to financial need, enthusiasm, motivation to succeed, academic achievement,

Appalachian Scholars program www.ohio.edu/omsar/appalachian/index.cfm 740.593.9376

essays, and recommendations. Deadline is March 1.

Appalachian Regional Grants

Awards of $1,000 per year automatically awarded to students residing in the Appalachian Region who are full-time students at Muskingum University.

Muskingum University 740.826.8211 http://muskingum.edu/home/financialaid/FirstYearScholarships.html

ASCO Numatics

ASCO Numatics will award to $5,000 scholarships to juniors or seniors in engineering. Applicants should have a 3.2 GPA. Deadline is April 3.

Application is available at http://www.asconumatics.com/LiteratureRequest/ASCO-Numatics-Scholarship.aspx

B. Davis Scholarship

This Scholarship is available to all high school juniors and seniors as well as all students currently registered in any post secondary institution. To apply for this scholarship you must write an essay of less than 1,000 words on the topic posted on the website. Deadline May 23.

http://www.studentawardsearch.com/scholarships.htm

Buick Achievers Scholarship Program

High School seniors and current undergraduates planning to major in engineering, technology, design or business with an interest in the automotive industry. Deadline February 27.

Apply at www.buickachievers.com

Butler-Wells Scholarship

Awards are from $250 to $2,500; requirements are high school graduates with a GPA of 2.0 or better, must be a resident of Ohio, Pennsylvania, Indiana, or Illinois. Preference will be made for residents from Piqua, Cincinnati, or Miami County, Ohio. Students must attend an accredited college, university, community college, or technical, vocational, or trade school located in Ohio, Pennsylvania, Indiana, or Illinois. Graduate education is not eligible for consideration. Applicants must demonstrate financial need, commitment to completing proposed course of study and commitment to “giving back to the community.” The online application will be available January 1. Deadline is April 1.

Carol Wright The Foundation Office Fifth Third Bank 38 Fountain Square Plaza, MD 1090CA Cincinnati, OH 45263 513.534.5456 [email protected]

Canton Audubon

CAS is offering a $1000 scholarship to students majoring in Environmental

A copy of the Guidelines & Application papers

Society Scholarship or Arnold W. Fritz Scholarship

Sciences or related fields. This scholarship is available to college students at Junior level and above.

can be accessed by going to www.cantonaudubon.org/about/scholarship/

Carolyn Ann Weiner Scholarship Fund

Two $500 awards to college-bound high school seniors in Muskingum, Guernsey, and Morgan counties. Nominations by guidance counselors, ministers, principals, or physicians are reviewed based on students’ character and ability to succeed in spite of extraordinary challenges. One winner from Bishop Rosecrans High School and one winner from among other area high schools. Deadline is April 1.

MCCF 54 Putnam Ave Zanesville, OH 43701 740.453.5192 www.mccf.org

Choose Applachian Teaching (CAT) Scholarship

Awards to adolescent mathematics and science teachers in southern and eastern Ohio. CAT scholarships are undergraduate scholarships for two, three, or four years in the amount of $4,000 per year at Marietta College, Muskingum University, Ohio University (Athens campus), Shawnee State University, and the University of Rio Grande and $2,500 per year at Ohio University’s regional campuses: Chillicothe, Eastern, Lancaster, Southern, and Zanesville.

https://www.ohiohighered.org/sgs

Celine Wyatt Memorial Scholarship

Applicants must be high school senior girls from the state of Ohio who play or have played softball and wish to pursue opportunities in higher education. The applicant must have a minimum 3.2 GPA and excel in the sport of softball. They must be able to demonstrate and articulate the attributes of leadership, passion, commitment, and determination. Deadline is April 1.

MCCF 54 Putnam Ave Zanesville, OH 43701 740.453.5192 www.mccf.org

The Central and Southern Ohio Health Information and Management Systems Society (CSOHIMSS) Chapter

The CSOHIMSS Jane A. Blank Scholarship Program is for full time undergraduate or graduate students studying in the healthcare information or healthcare management systems field. This $1,000.00 scholarship (cash award) and one year HIMSS Student membership is awarded to the student deemed most deserving by the CSOHIMSS Scholarship Committee.

For more information about either of these scholarship opportunities, please visit the CSOHIMSS scholarship page at: http://csohio.himsschapter.org/About/content.aspx?ItemNumber=32285&navItemNumber=19&navItemNumber=277

Scholarship The Non-Traditional Student Scholarship Program is for part-time certificate, undergraduate or graduate student studying in the healthcare information or healthcare management systems field at a degree granting institution. The $500.00 scholarship (cash award) and one year HIMSS membership is awarded to the student deemed most deserving by the CSOHIMSS Scholarship Committee. Deadline is September 30.

Charles B. and Alice V. Moody HealthCare Scholarship

Open to residents of Muskingum, Morgan, Perry, Licking, Coshocton, Noble, and Guernsey counties pursuing degrees in nursing, medical, or allied health. $500 award that rotates each year between students attending Muskingum University and Zane State. Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA. Applications must be postmarked by no later than June 17.

Applicants should contact Muskingum University or Zane State College directly for an application form. Muskingum University 740.826.8211 Zane State College 740.454.2501

DeLoitte & Touche Scholarship

Deloitte & Touche is very interested in cultivating relationships with their scholars and they will be strongly encouraged to apply and interview for an internship or work-study program with Deloitte during their college careers, although these opportunities are not required to receive the scholarship. Deadline is April 30.

For a full description of the program and access to the online application, use the following link and credentials:www.ofic.org/smr/deloitte User Name: Deloitte Password: dELoitTe08

Earl F. Morris Scholarship

Several scholarships of approximately $2,500 are available for students preparing for a legal career. These awards are for undergraduate study at any Ohio Foundation of Independent Colleges (OFIC) college. Deadline is April 30.

For a full description of the program and access to the online application use the following link and Username/Password: www.ofic.org/smr/morris User Name: Morris Password: mORriS08

Energy Cooperative Children of Members Scholarships

Scholarships to high school seniors whose parents/guardians are members of the Energy Cooperative. Six awards in each Boys and Girls Division. First place is $2,000, and Second place is $1,000. Applicants must have a cumulative 3.5 GPA and be enrolled at an accredited college, university, or trade school. They suggest students contact high school counselors for assistance. The nomination form is reviewed by staff from Denison University

www.energycoop.com/mainNav/memberServices/youthPrograms/scholarships.aspx

who select finalists to be interviewed. These finalists are personally interviewed at the Energy Cooperative’s Newark office in March and are judged on their scholastic records, personal achievement, school and community activities, poise, personality, and appearance during the interview. Four first place scholarships are awarded totaling $8,000. Two $2,000 are awarded to females and two $2,000 are awarded to males. Runner ups in each division, female and male, receive a $1,000 scholarship. Deadline February 6.

Energy Cooperative Touchstone Energy Special Achievement Scholarship

This scholarship is available for graduating high school seniors who have overcome adversity, obstacles, or personal challenges on their way to achieving academic excellence. One $1,000 scholarship is awarded by the Energy Cooperative and the student can receive an additional scholarship award by competing on a state-wide level. Students should check with their guidance department for the application around the first week of December.


Energy Cooperative Operation Round Up Foundation Scholarship

This scholarship has been created to reward those students who have committed themselves to pursuing a college education. This scholarship rewards those students expressing the following values in their lives: • Accountablility – The candidate demonstrates a high level of maturity through accountability for their actions; • Integrity – The candidate expresses highest standards of character; • Innovation – The candidate demonstrates innovation and determination in development of their future plans and making their goals a reality; • Community Commitment – The candidate has good citizenship traits and a record of contribution to their local community. In the past, ten $2,500 scholarships were available.


Farm Credit Services of Mid-America

The Farm Credit Mid-America Scholarship, open to Agribusiness and Applied Economics majors already enrolled at

Contact Financial Aid Office or Agriculture Department at Ohio

OSU, is awarded on the basis of scholarship, leadership, and potential contribution to the agricultural industry. It is one of several scholarships made available by agribusiness firms, individuals, and agricultural organizations for students interested in agribusiness, farm finance, agricultural marketing, farm management, and closely related areas.

State University.

Florence Allen Scholarship Program

Florence Allen Scholarships are awarded annually by The Allen Endowment to provide Ohio women with the opportunity to achieve their full potential through education. Deadline is April 1.

The Allen Endowment c/o Holly S. Goodyear 3500 Granger Road Medina, OH 44256

[email protected]

Fraternal Order of Police (FOP) Association Scholarship

Several $4,000 scholarships are awarded each year to applicants who have a parent or guardian who is a member in good standing of the Fraternal Order of Police of Ohio, Inc. Awards are based on scholastic merit, economic needs, and goals in life. Deadline is May 1.

Download the application at: www.fopohio.org/Documents/FOPA/FOPA_Ohio_Scholarship_Application%202014.pdf FOPA Scholarships Attn: Scholarship Fund 222 East Town Rd Columbus, OH 43215 John Chesar, 440.567.3731

Guernsey-Muskingum Electric Cooperative Children of Members Scholarships

Scholarship to high school seniors whose parents/guardians are members of Guernsey-Muskingum Electric Cooperative. Four awards in each Boys and Girls Division, first place is $1,000, second is $500, third is $300, and fourth is $200. Applicants must have a cumulative 3.5 GPA and be enrolled at an accredited college, university, or trade school. Application is available on website by the end of November. Deadline is February 6.

Guernsey-Muskingum Electric Cooperative www.gmenergy.com 800.521.9879 [email protected]

Guernsey-Muskingum Electric Cooperative Touchstone

Guernsey-Muskingum Electric Cooperative awards $300 and $500 scholarships to students that have committed themselves to pursue a college education despite unique

Guernsey-Muskingum Electric Cooperative www.gmenergy.com 800.521.9879 [email protected]

Energy Special Achievement Scholarship

personal challenges. Open to graduating seniors whose parents/guardians are members of Guernsey-Muskingum Electric Cooperative. Applicants must have a cumulative 2.75 GPA. Deadline is February 6.

Grant Hickman Memorial Scholarship

Applicants must be a 2015 high school senior attending a Muskingum County high school, Morgan High School, Sheridan High School, or Cambridge High School, pursuing higher education opportunities for the following school year. The applicant must be involved in extra-curricular, community, and volunteer activities and planning to obtain a degree in any subject area. Application is online available through a link on the Muskingum County Community Foundation’s website www.mccf.org. Deadline is April 1.

The Hickman Foundation c/o MCCF 54 Putnam Ave Zanesville, OH 43701 740.453.5192 www.mccf.org

IAPP Past Presidents’ Scholarship

The Ohio Division Chapter of the Past Presidents’ of the International Association of Administrative Professionals will be awarding up to two $1,500 scholarships for the 2014 -15 year. Download the guidelines and application for eligibility and submission information. Deadline is April.

www.iaap-ohio.org www.iaap-hq.org

Jim and Betty Hooper Scholarship

Open to employees of Genesis HealthCare and immediate families who are residents of Muskingum and Perry counties pursuing a degree in the health care field. Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA. Consideration given to academics, essays, references, and need. Applications must be postmarked by no later than June 17.

Genesis HealthCare Foundation 1135 Maple Ave Zanesville, OH 43701 740.54.5052

John A. Gonder Memorial Scholarsip

Open to residents of Muskingum, Morgan, Perry, Coshocton, Noble, and Guernsey counties pursuing a degree in the health care field. Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA. Consideration given to academics, essays, references, and need. Applications must be postmarked by no later than June 17.


John Wells Memorial Scholarship

Two one-time $1,000 scholarships will be given to outstanding female softball players/managers in a six county area

MCCF 54 Putnam Ave Zanesville, OH 43701

including Muskingum, Guernsey, Noble, Perry, Morgan, and Coshocton. A check will be sent directly to the chosen institution and can be used for room, board, tuition, or books. The applicant must be a graduating senior who is accepted to any post-secondary institution, be a US citizen or permanent resident, and provide a letter of recommendation from a softball coach and one other adult who is not a relative. Deadline is April 15.

740.453.5192 www.mccf.org

Judith Moody Nursing Scholarship

Applicants must be pursuing a degree in nursing. Preference given to Genesis employees and immediate families. Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA. Consideration given to academics, essays, references, and need. Applications must be postmarked by no later than June 17.


MacGahan American-Bulgarian Foundation Scholarship

One $500 award to a senior from New Lexington High School and one $500 award chosen from among Crooksville, Sheridan, Miller, Lancaster, Fisher, and Zanesville Rosecrans. Must have a 3.0 GPA and be entering a four-year college in the fall. Consideration given to activities, service, work experience, awards, and writing sample. Deadline March 21.

Ms. Barb Mooney 7213 Tunnel Hill Road New Lexington, OH 43764 740.342.1088 www.hspanthers.nics.k12.oh.us/hlhs/guidance/localapps/MacGahan.doc

Mary T. Patterson Scholarship

$500 scholarship to a former Head Start Child that is at least 18 years old, lives in Ohio, and is pursuing higher education in Ohio. Deadline is April 10.

Julie H. Stone Director of Professional Development Ohio Head Start Association 144 Westpark Road Dayton, OH 45459

www.ohsai.org 937.853.2385

M-E Companies, Inc. Scholarship Fund

Two $2,000 Scholarships open to graduating seniors from high schools in Athens, Farfield, Hocking, Meigs, Monroe, Morgan, Muskingum, Noble, Perry, Pickaway, Pike, Scioto, or Washington counties. Selection based upon minimum 2.5 GPA, activities, financial need, acceptance as a full-time student into a

ME Companies 800.229.1774 www.mecompanies.com/noteworthy/scholarship.php

four-year accredited program, and two letters of recommendation. Deadline March 31.

Mended Hearts Allied Health Professional Grant

Y-Bridge Chapter #51 awards three $500 grants to an entering freshman or upperclassman student who shows superior academic achievements and exhibits financial need. Applicants must be a permanent resident of a Southeastern Ohio county and enroll or be enrolled in a program of healthcare related studies in an accredited school in Ohio. Application letter, three reference letters, transcripts and ACT or SAT scores required. See guidelines and application for detailed instructions. Deadline is early July.

Pauline Davis Chairman, The Grant Committee 320 Skyline Dr Zanesville, OH 43701

National Wild Turkey Federation’s Academic Scholarship Program

Awards for graduating seniors with a 3.0 or higher GPA and support the preservation of the hunting tradition and actively participate in hunting sports. Students must hold a current NWTF membership. Each local scholarship winner will receive a minimum of $250. Each state scholarship winner will receive a minimum of $1,000. Applications must be submitted to your local NWTF chapter. Deadline January 1.

Kay Morris [email protected] www.nwtf.org

800.637.7614

OACCS Legislative Scholarship Program

The Ohio Association of Career Colleges, and Schools, in cooperation with legislative members of the Ohio General Assembly and 41 participating career colleges and schools, is offering over 280 scholarships. The primary objective of these scholarships is to provide students with the education and training necessary to obtain a job in an Ohio business or industry. To be eligible, applicants must be a graduating senior from any Ohio high school, have a C average or better, be nominated by a current member of the Ohio Legislature, meet the entrance requirements of college or school of choice and be planning to start classes either summer or fall term following their senior year. Applicants can choose up to three scholarships to apply but must use a separate application for each.

www.ohiocareercolleges.org/legilslative-scholarship/

614.487.8180

Information is available at county libraries. Deadline April 11.

Ohio Association for College Admission Counseling (OACAC) Charles L. Warren Memorial Heritage Scholarship

One-time award of $1,000 open to high school seniors, attending OACAC member schools and planning to enroll at an Ohio college or university. Selection based on financial need, minimum 3.0 GPA in college, prep curriculum, commitment to cultural and intellectual diversity, recommendation, and personal statement. Deadline is March 15.

OACAC Multicultural Concerns Committee Denison University, Office of Admissions 100 Chapel Drive Granville, OH 43023

Ohio Forestry Association (OFA) Memorial Scholarship

Number and amount of awards determined each year. Open to Ohio residents accepted for enrollment or current students in a two or four year forest resource education program at an approved college, university, junior college, or technical college. Application available online, Deadline is April 15.

Ohio Forestry Association (OFA) 4080 South High Street Columbus, OH 43207

www.ohioforest.org 614.497.9580

People’s Robert E. Evans Education Fund

Awards are for high school seniors pursuing a four-year degree in the area of business or liberal arts. Applicants must have a GPA of 2.8 or higher and live in an area served by Peoples Bank. Awards will be made to students based upon a demonstration of financial need with preference being given to those students having a higher need. One third of the awards will be made to students attending Marietta College. The second third of the awards will be divided equally among students attending Marietta College, Washington State Community College, Ohio Valley University, and WVU-Parkersburg. The last third of the awards will be made to students in the market area that are attending other colleges and universities. Deadline is March 31.

www.pbeo.com

Click Learn More under Commitment to Communities. Link to the scholarship is under Youth and Education.

Prudential Spirit of Community Awards

Open to students grades five through 12. Applications solicited each fall through more than 40,000 public and private middle-level and high schools, and through officially designated local organizations across the country, including Girl Scouts, 4-H, Campfire USA, American Red Cross, the Y, Points of Light

www.spirit.prudential.com

Foundation, and Volunteer Center National Network. Local Honorees are selected at participating schools and organizations in November, from which two State Honorees are chosen in each state, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico. Ten National Honorees are selected by a panel of judges, and announced at a special ceremony in Washington, D.C. in May. Applications available online. Deadline is November 4.

Qunicy Connor Memorial Scholarship

Scholarship will be awarded to a student form Ohio who is planning to attend Muskingum University. Deadline April 1.

http://www.thequincyconnerfoundation.com

Rachel McDonald Scholarship

The Rachel McDonald scholarship is open to minority students in their third or fourth year of study at Ohio University Zanesville. Qualified students are nominated by administrators at Ohio University.

Jason Howard Ohio University Zanesville 740.453.076z2

RiSE Scholarship

The RiSE Scholarship Foundation Inc. is a non-profit resource and scholarship opportunity for high school students who have a documented learning disability.

http://risescholarshipfoundation.org/rise-award/frequently-asked-questions/

Senior Care Innovation Scholarship

Five $1000 scholarships available to students enrolled in gerontology, medicine, nursing, social work, sociology, psychology, physical or occupational therapy, speech pathology or long-term care administration. Deadline April 15.

Essay topic and details found at www.aplaceformom.com/scholarship

Soroptimist International Virginia M. Wagner Educational Grant

Open to women in the Midwestern Region currently attending college/university, working toward a bachelor, master, or doctoral degree in her chosen field. Applicants judged on academics, extracurricular activities, financial need, effort toward education, and overall credentials. $500 award from local chapter. Four district finalists receive $300 cash awards. Region winner receives $2,000 award. Applications due by January 15.

Valencia Clark, Chairwoman 2970 Military Rd Zanesville, OH 43701 740.453.2936 www.simwr.org

Soroptimist International Women’s Opportunity

Open to head-of-household women in need of financial assistance and attending or accepted to an undergraduate degree program or

Valencia Clark, Chairwoman 2970 Military Rd Zanesville, OH 43701

Award vocational skills training program. Local awards of $500. Regional and international awards up to $15,000. Applications due by December 1.

740.453.2936 www.simwr.org

The Susan Award (Susan Mahoney Writing Scholarship)

Multiple $1,000 awards to students for creative writing. For seniors in Muskingum, Morgan, and Coshocton county high schools (not Zanesville City or Coshocton City). Submission of writing samples required. Deadline is January 15.

Christine Wagner, MVESC 205 North Seventh Street Zanesville, OH 43701

740.452.4518

Thomas J. Seefred Trust Scholarship

A perpetual fund that will award scholarships in the amount of $3,000 each to college students between 18-25 years old who are suffering from Juvenile Diabetes. Students must be successfully completing a standard curriculum leading to a bachelor's degree at an accredited junior college, college or university. Deadline is April 1.

For more information visit www.seefredtrust.org

Tim Horton’s Scholarship Program

Available to store employees and their children/grandchildren. Applicants must have 15 hours of leadership community involvement or volunteer work over a one-year period, and meet eligibility requirements. A total of 20 $1,000 scholarships awarded each year in the United States. Applications will be accepted starting February 14. Deadline is April 12.

www.timhortons.com/us/en/team/scholarship.php

or contact your local Tim Horton’s store

US Bank Scholarship

Apply to win a $1,000 scholarship from U.S. Bank. Deadline is March 31.

For more information visit, usbank.com/scholarship.

Wal-Mart Associate Scholarship

The Wal-Mart Associate Scholarship is available to associates in any division of Wal-Mart and Sam’s Club. Associates must be based in the U.S. and should demonstrate financial need and involvement in their community. Four deadlines throughout the year.

Wal-Mart Foundation PO Box 22492 Nashville, TN 37202-2942 877.333.0284 www.foundation.walmart.com/our-focus/associate-scholarships

or contact your local Wal-Mart store

The Wal-Mart The Wal-Mart Dependent Scholarship is a Wal-Mart Foundation

Dependent Scholarship

$13,000 scholarship paid out over four years. Applicants must be dependents of a Wal-Mart or Sam’s Club associate in any U.S. division, have at least a 2.0 high school GPA and prove financial need. Applications open January 3. Deadline is March 15.

PO Box 22492 Nashville, TN 37202-2942 877.333.0284 www.foundation.walmart.com/our-focus/associate-scholarships

or contact your local Wal-Mart store

William D. Squires Educational Foundation Scholarship

The William D. Squires Education Foundation, Inc. will award 12 Ohio high school seniors a renewable (up to $12,000) scholarship worth $3,000 per calendar year. The applicants must have an EFC (expected family contribution listed on SAR from the FASFA) of 7,999 or less, be a graduating senior from an Ohio high school, have a specific career goal, be highly motivated, have good character, and show academic promise with a minimum GPA of 3.2. To apply, complete scholarship application using black ink; do not alter or type any part of the application unless directed. Include a recent official high school transcript (and college if applicable) and your current class schedule. Also include a one page typed essay covering your educational and career goals, why you chose that path, and how it is a good fit for you, a complete SAR showing you EFC and two letters of recommendation. Deadline is April 5.

www.wmdsquiresfoundation.org

Wells Family Southeastern Ohio Scholarship

Provides a renewable scholarship to a third-year undergraduate student enrolled at Ohio State University from Belmont, Guernsey, Monroe, Noble, or Washington counties with a minimum GPA of 3.0.

Contact Financial Aid Office at Ohio State University.

Zane State College Academic Award Program

You must meet all of the following criteria: • Have a composite score of 21 or higher on the ACT (or equivalent SAT score). • Have a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or higher after the completion of senior year. • Pass all sections of the Ohio Graduation

Zane State College Admissions Office (740) 588-1226 (800) 686-8324 ext. 1226 www.zanestate.edu

Test. • Reside in or attend a high school in Muskingum, Guernsey or Noble counties. • Enroll at Zane State College within five (5) academic semesters after high school graduation. Deadline is two weeks prior to the starting date of the semester you wish to enroll.

Zane State College Foundation Scholarship Application

Applications will continue to be accepted afterwards. Turn in your application as soon as possible. The Foundation typically provides about $165,000 to students each year. Generally, scholarships range from $100 to $1,000 per quarter. The Foundation Office determines which scholarship(s) you qualify for based on your situation and specific eligibility criteria established by donors. The Zane State College Foundations Scholarship is open to students who will be enrolled at Zane State College and whose most recent GPA is a 2.75 or higher. Deadline March 15.

https://my.zanestate.edu/ICS/icsfs/Foundation_Scholarship_Application_2014-2015.pdf?target=aae0683d-58cb-4def-89d9-cbb03c0a7c83

Call the Foundation Office at 740.588.1206 or email [email protected].