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Scholarship Offers Received During the 2015/2016 School Year September 1. Michael J. deZonna Foundation www.arlingtoncowboys.com Academic scholarship open to a former Arlington Cowboys football player. Dem onstrates scholastic merit /academic achievement. Demonstrates excellence of character. Deadline: 10/16/15 2 Bruce Fishkin Scholarship Fund www.brucefishkinscholarshipfund.com $$$ “full ride” H.S. seniors with a 3.0 or greater on a four-point scale. Min. ACT Composite score of 22. Additional Application Requirements: 400 to 500 word essay. Topic and application are on the website. Deadline: 10/15/15 3. National Louis University www.nl.edu $ 10,000 Students must have a 3.0/5.0 or 19 ACT to apply for the scholarship. A letter of recommendation and essay are required. Deadline: 3/1/16 4. (Non-Local) P.E.O. STAR Scholarship www.peointernational.org $2,500 scholarship H.S. sr., female, U.S. citizen or legal perm. res., plans to attend college full-time or part- time, 3.0/4.0 GPA. Excellence in leadership, extra-curricular activities, community service, and academics. Deadline: 11/01/15 5 Elks Most Valuable Student Scholarships www.elks.org/enf/scholars $1,000-12,500 scholarships H.S. seniors pursuing a 4-yr. degree, on a full-time basis (min of 12 sem hrs), in a U.S. college or university. Applicants must advance through local, district and state competition to reach national judging. Must be a U.S. citizen. Deadline: 12/4/15

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Scholarship Offers Received During the 2015/2016 School Year September 1. Michael J. deZonna Foundation www.arlingtoncowboys.com Academic scholarship open to a former Arlington Cowboys football player. Demonstrates scholastic merit /academic achievement. Demonstrates excellence of character. Deadline: 10/16/15 2 Bruce Fishkin Scholarship Fund www.brucefishkinscholarshipfund.com $$$ “full ride” H.S. seniors with a 3.0 or greater on a four-point scale. Min. ACT Composite score of 22. Additional Application Requirements: 400 to 500 word essay. Topic and application are on the website. Deadline: 10/15/15 3. National Louis University www.nl.edu $ 10,000 Students must have a 3.0/5.0 or 19 ACT to apply for the scholarship. A letter of recommendation and essay are required. Deadline: 3/1/16 4. (Non-Local) P.E.O. STAR Scholarship www.peointernational.org $2,500 scholarship H.S. sr., female, U.S. citizen or legal perm. res., plans to attend college full-time or part-time, 3.0/4.0 GPA. Excellence in leadership, extra-curricular activities, community service, and academics. Deadline: 11/01/15 5 Elks Most Valuable Student Scholarships www.elks.org/enf/scholars $1,000-12,500 scholarships H.S. seniors pursuing a 4-yr. degree, on a full-time basis (min of 12 sem hrs), in a U.S. college or university. Applicants must advance through local, district and state competition to reach national judging. Must be a U.S. citizen. Deadline: 12/4/15

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6 Robert Morris University www.robertmorris.edu 4 yr. Full Tuition D214 Robert MorrisD214 Robert Morris University four-year full tuition scholarship, two scholarships per D214 high schools. Nomination required. How do you get nominated? Deadline: 1/15/16 7 Il l inois Society of Professional Engineers $1,000 H.S. sr., U.S. citiz. 3.5/4.0 GPA, SAT 600 math/500 verbal or ACT 29 math/25 english, enroll in accredited college engineering program, live in n. suburban Cook County. Deadline: 3/1/16 October 8 Michael J. deZonna Foundation www.arlingtoncowboys.com Academic scholarship open to a former Arlington Cowboys football player. Demonstrates scholastic merit /academic achievement. Demonstrates excellence of character. Deadline: 10/30/15 9 (Non-Local) Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) U.S. Scholarship Program https://aim.applyists.net/RMHC $1,000 (local chapters) H.S. graduating senior. Will attend a 2 yr. or 4 yr. college, university or vocational/technical school. Must be a legal U.S. resident. Must be less than 21 yrs. of age. Must have a minimum 2.7 GPA and reside within the geographic boundaries of a participating Chapter. Deadline: 1/20/16 10. (Non-Local) Golden Doors Scholars www.goldendoorscholars.org $Full room & board at partner schools Must be a DACA or TPS student. For more information about the scholarship, and to access the on-line application click here: Deadline:10/27/15 11. (Non-Local) Stokes Educational Scholarship Program www.NSA.gov/Careers up to $30,000

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Open to H.S. seniors, particularly minority students, planning to major in computer science or computer/electrical engineering. Must attend college full-time, then work during the summer at NSA’s Maryland headquarters for a min. of 12 wks, related to your course of study. ACT 25, GPA 3.0/4.0. Deadline: 11/15/15 12. Paramount Tall Club of Chicago www.tallchicago.org $750 Graduating high school senior who lives in the Chicagoland area and meets the height requirements,5’10” for females and 6’2” for males. Will attend either a 2 yr. or 4 yr. college. Deadline: 1/04/16 13. National Louis University www.thedream.us/scholars up to $25,000 for Bachelor’s Degree DACA or TPS eligible. Seniors must have a 2.5 GPA on a 4.0 scale and demonstrate dignificant unmet financial need. An essay and letter of recommendation are required. The online application is available at www.thedream.us/scholars Deadline: 2/15/16 November 14. (Non-Local) Aspiring Fashion Professional Scholarship www.fashion-schools.org $1,000 H.S. graduating senior. Will attend an accredited post-secondary school/college. Scholarship information is located at the bottom of the page on the website. Deadline: 6/1/16 15. (Non-Local) Aspiring Animation Professional Scholarship Program www.animationcareerreview.com$1,000 H.S. graduating senior. Will pursue an animation career path at an accredited post-secondary school/college. Scholarship and eligibility information is located on the right side of the page on the website. Deadline: 6/1/16 16. (Non-Local) GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship Program www.reaganfoundation.org/scholarships $10,000 Graduating H.R. sr., U.S. citizen, pursue a bachelor’s degree at a 4-yr.college.

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Leadership, drive, integrity and citizenship in the workplace, school and community. 3.0/4.0 GPA, financial need. Deadline: 1/7/16 17. Pointe Pest Control Scholarship www.pointepestcontrol.net/illinois-scholarship $750 H.S. senior or college freshman from the state of Illinois. Need based, achievement standards considered. Student aid report stating household income must be attached to the application to be considered. Min. 3.0 GPA. All applicants must be submitted online. Deadline: April 29, 2016 18. Odd Fellows Scholarship www.ioof-il.org $1000 Graduating H.S. Senior will attend post-secondary school or accredited vocational or technical training school. Be a citizen of the United States or provide proof of naturalization. Be a resident of Illinois. Provide proof of financial need by submitting a current copy of IRS 1040 or proof of electronic billing. Maintain at least a “C” grade average. Deadline: March 1, 2016 19. (Non-Local) - NFIB Young Entrepreneur Award www.NFIB.com/YEA $1000 H.S. Sr., will attend a 2-yr or 4-yr college or vocational school. Must be running their own business. Deadline: 12/18/15 20. (Non-Local) – I l l inois Amvets Service Foundation Scholarship www.ilamvets.org Multiple scholarship programs available to H.S. Seniors Deadline: various deadline dates 21. (Non-Local) Beta Sigma Psi / National Award / Martin Luther Scholarship http://wp.betasigmapsi.org/scholarships-grants/high-school-scholarships/ $2000 Confirmed Lutheran male, will begin his first year at a 4-yr. college in Fall of 2016. Academics, community and church involvement. Under no obligation to join the fraternity.

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Deadline: 2/13/16 22. (Non-Local) Beta Sigma Psi / Christian Leadership Awards (3) http://wp.betasigmapsi.org/scholarships-grants/high-school-scholarships/ $1500 Confirmed Lutheran male, will begin his first year at either Indiana University, Purdue University, or University of IL/Urbana, Fall of 2016. Academics, community and church involvement. Under no obligation to join the fraternity. Deadline: 2/13/16 23. (Non-Local) I l l inois PTA www.il l inoispta.org/scholarshipapplication.html $3000(1st place student) $2000(2nd place) Graduating high school senior; grade point average 3.0 or above on a weighted 4.0 scale. Non-weighted and/or 5.0 scale. Enroll in a college or university in education-related degree program, which may include but not limited to: Librarians, Instructional Media Specialists, School Nurses, School Psychologists, or Social Workers (all of which require certification from a State Board of Education). Deadline: 2/15/16 24. 2016 Aspiring Nurse Scholarship $1000 www.nursingschoolsalmanac.com H.S. senior will pursue college education in nursing; including LPN/LVN, AND and BSN programs. Academic excellence, particularly in science and math; passion for the nursing profession and the overall health field. Deadline: 6/30/16 December 25. Liberty Bank Scholarship $1000 www.libertybank.com/scholarship?utm_source=dynamic&utm_medium=barton&utm_campaign=scholarship Entrant must be an Il l inois resident 18 yrs. or older. Agree to appear in photo and publicity. Form available at Liberty bank in Park Ridge, IL Deadline: 12/31/15

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26. 2016 Japanese American Citizens League (JACL) $2,000-$5,000 www.jaclchicago.org Applicant must be a JACL member at either an Individual or Student/Youth Level. Applicant must be a full-time student at a college, university or trade school, or other institution of higher learning within the U.S., Fall of 2016. A high school senior applicant must be a resident of I l l inois for at least one yr. prior to graduation or graduate from an accredited Il l inois high school. Deadline: 3/1/16 27. Fueling the Minds of the Future $2000 www.fuelingminds.com H.S. senior., 2.5/4.0 GPA. Reside in Chicagoland area, plan to attend a 2yr. or 4-yr. college or technical school full-time, have financial need. Deadline: 3/14/16 28. Northrop Grumman Engineering Scholarship $2500 www.northropgrumman.com Rolling Meadows, Palatine, Arlington Heights, Inverness, Mt. Prospect, or Hoffman Estates resident, H.S. sr., attend RMHS, St. Viator, Fremd, or Palatine High School, U.S. citizen, will attend college full-time in an approved engineering program, 3.5 GPA(grades 9-12), 27 ACT or 1700 SAT. Deadline: 2/2/16 29. Arlington Hts. Council of PTAs $various www.sd25.org Graduating H.S. senior, attended a District 25 school for at least 3 yrs, min 3.0/5.0 GPA after 7 semesters, and plan to attend college full or part-time. Based on classroom efforts, school and community involvement. Deadline: 2/27/16 30. Chicago NW Suburban Alumnae Panhellenic Scholarship www.cnwsap.org $1500 Female h.s. sr. will attend a 4-yr college with sororities on campus. Judged on leadership, extra-curricular activities, honors and awards, academic achievement, community involvement, work and volunteer experience. Not obligated to join a sorority.

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Deadline: 3/1/16 31. Chicago Roofing Contractors Association Scholarship www.CRCA.org $3000 H.S. sr., U.S. citizen, 29 ACT, accepted into a full-time, 4-yr college degree program in l iberal arts and sciences, engineering, architecture, or business. Based on academics, extra-curricular activities, employment, and demonstrated interest in a productive career. Deadline: 3/4/16 32. DDLR Scholarship Fund (Non-Local) www.ddlrscholarship.org $3000 Undocumented H.S. sr., attends an accredited 4-yr. college/university Fall of 2016/17. 3.0 GPA/4 or above. Demonstrates leadership, focus and perseverance. Resides in the Chicagoland area. Deadline: 2/15/16 33. IACAC Scholarship (Non-Local) www.iacac.org $1000 H.S. sr., 3.0/4.0 GPA, will attend full-time in college. Demonstrated involvement in high school, community, service to others, with motivation to achieve personal goals. Deadline: 2/19/16 34. I l l inois Elks Association – Two Year Program www.il l inoiselksccc.org $1300 Physical or Occupational Therapy Majors and Physical or Occupational Therapy Assistant for the Fall of 2016. Full-time students currently enrolled in/or planning on entering the physical or occupational therapy fields. “B” or higher cumulative grade point average. Must be a legal resident of IL or the border of a neighboring state under the jurisdiction of an IL Elks Lodge. Must furnish State and Federal Tax returns for 2014 or 2015. Deadline: 3/4/16

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35. I l l inois Elks Association – Majors Only www.il l inoiselksccc.org $3000 Physical or Occupational Therapy Majors and Physical or Occupational Therapy Assistant for the Fall of 2016. Full-time students currently enrolled in/or planning on entering the physical or occupational therapy fields. “B” or higher cumulative grade point average. Must be a legal resident of IL or the border of a neighboring state under the jurisdiction of an IL Elks Lodge. Must furnish State and Federal Tax returns for 2014 or 2015. Deadline: 3/4/16 36. Chicago Wolves Tim Breslin Scholarship www.chicagowolves.com $7500 H.S. students interested in completing an essay of 500 words or less. Topic and application are on the website. Deadline: 3/4/16 37. Friends of Moraine Hil ls State Park – Environmental Studies www.friendsofmorainehil lsstatepark.org $1000 H.S. sr., will attend an accredited college or university Fall of 2016. Plan to enter a field of study and career directly related to the environment. GPA-2.5/4.0 Deadline: 4/30/16 38. (United Voluntary Services) Chicago Area Golf Swing Club Scholarship Foundation www.uvsgolfswingclub.org up to $6000 (various $ amounts) Scholarships awarded to dependents of deceased or disabled veterans living or hospitalized in IL (supporting documentation must be included). Awards come in varying amounts up to $6000 each and are given on the basis of financial need, basic scholastic achievement, community service and personal goals. Applicants must reapply each year. Deadline: 4/15/16 39. Palatine Historical Society Scholarship $1000

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H.S. sr., Palatine Township resident, will attend 2-yr. or 4-yr. college or vocational school. Deadline: 3/18/16 40. Buick Achievers Scholarship Program – (Non-Local - #15) $25,000 H.S. sr., U.S. citizen, will attend a 4-yr university full-time, major in engineering/technology/ or select design, withan interest in the automotive industry. Academics, financial need, leadership in community and school activities, work experience considered. Special consideration to first-generation college, female, minority, military veteran or dependent. Deadline: 2/29/16 41. Richard A. Maass Memorial Scholarship $2000 Academic achievement, community service and financial need. Essay required on the importance of quality products and services to the future of our country. Deadline: 3/7/16 42. Arlington Heights Woman’s Club Scholarship $1000 Graduating sr., male or female, Dist. 214 resident, will enroll in college in the Fall of 2016; 24 ACT and 4.25/5.0 GPA. Based on academics, character, financial need and additional criteria. Deadline: 3/10/16 43. I l l inois Lumber and Material Dealers Assoc. Educational Foundation Scholarship (Non-Local) $500-$1000 Il resident, wil l enroll full-time at a 2-yr or 4-yr college or trade school, pursue lumber or building materials industry related coursework. Deadline: 3/14/16 44. Dean Ritter Trust for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Scholarship www.deanritter.org/2016-scholarship $1000-$5000 H.S. sr., Illinois resident, will attend a 2-yr. or 4-yr.college full-time. Severe to profound hearing loss in one or both ears, exhibit financial need. Deadline: 3/25/16

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45. Sommer Foundation Scholarship www.sommerfoundation.org $2000-$4000 H.S. sr., from single-parent home, experienced the death of a parent. Show strong academic promise, positive extracurricular and/or work experience, contributions through community or school service and financial need. Deadline: 3/25/16 46. JCCIA Women’s Division Scholarship Award 2016 $2000 H.S. graduating sr., enrolled in 2-yr vocational/technical school or 4-yr accredited college/university full-time; IL resident, at least one parent of Italian descent; min. cumulative GPA of 3.0/4.0. Well-rounded, dedicated and committed to continuing their education and who demonstrate financial need. Deadline: 4/5/16 47. JCCIA John Fischetti Scholarship Award 2016 www.jccia.com $2000 Male h.s. sr., 50% Italian ancestry, resident of Chgo. Metro area, who is either an undergraduate in journalism or media communications/or who has been accepted as a graduate student in either of these areas/or a high school senior male who has been accepted into college with the intent of establishing a major in journalism or media communications. Deadline: 5/1/16 48. JCCIA Joseph Cardinal Bernardin Scholarship Award 2016 www.jccia.com $2000 Male h.s. sr., full or 50% Italian ancestry who is already enrolled in an accredited college/university or is a senior in high school and accepted for enrollment by an accredited college/university, has a grade point average of 3.75/4.0 GPA, or higher. Deadline: 5/31/16 49. Arlington Hts. Junior Woman’s Club www.ahjwc.org $1000

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Legal resident of District 214, H.S. sr, wil l enroll in an accredited college/university in the Fall 2016. Based on volunteer activities, academic achievements, character, written essay, and other conditions. Deadline: 4/15/16 50. Marianjoy Scholarship Program www.marianjoy.org $various Functionally impaired or physically disabled with a permanent physical disability; IL perm. res. in select counties; will enroll part-time or full-time at a 2-yr. or 4-yr. college or vocational school. Deadline: 3/28/16 51. Navy Wives Clubs of America (Non-Local) www.navywivesclubsofamerica.org $1000/$1500 Applicant must be a dependent son/daughter of an active duty, retired with pay or deceased ENLISTED member of the US Navy, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard. Must have a valid Dependent ID card (United States Uniformed Services Identification & Privilege Card). Must show basis of need for financial assistance, have a scholastic standing of at least 2.5 GPA; H.S. graduate will attend accredited college/university Fall of 2016. 52. The Coolidge Scholarship (Non-Local) www.Coolidgescholars.org $Full-ride Juniors as well as seniors can apply. Website explains the criteria. Must register to apply. Deadline: 3/18/16 53. Al Yuen Vocational Scholarship $500 Will attend a 2-yr. college or trade school to pursue an associate’s degree or vocational career, emphasis on “service above self”. Deadline: 4/1/16 54. Matt Hil l Academic Scholarship $500 Will pursue a bachelor’s degree at a 4-yr. college, emphasis on “service above self”. Deadline: 4/1/16 55 The National CCAA Scholarship (Non–Local)

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www.catholiccollegesonline.org $1000 H.S. sr., will attend a National CCAA member institution beginning Fall 2016. Deadline: 3/17/16 56 Kathryn G. Hansen Scholarship http://go.illinois.edu/2016HansenScholarshipApplication $500 H.S. sr., IL resident, U.S. citizen or perm. resident, will attend an Illinois college, pursue higher education in the office professional, secretarial or business-related fields. Extra-curricular and community activities, academic achievement considered. Preference given to students at U. of Illinois. Deadline: 3/7/16 57 Lindsay Habinak Memorial Scholarship TBD Graduating RMHS sr., will attend an accredited college, university or vocational school, strong desire to continue his/her education, current RMHS student with senior status, appreciation for English and love of literature, essay requirement. Deadline: 3/11/16 58 Roland J. Meyer Scholarship TBD Graduating RMHS sr., will attend an accredited college, university or vocational school, strong desire to pursue a higher education, current RMHS student with senior status, involved in community outreach activities, have demonstrated leadership skills and qualities as part of the community outreach, express an interest in political science, business law, government and or preserving the environment for future generations. Essay requirement Deadline: 3/11/16 59 I l l inois Dream Fund www.il l inoisdreamfund.com $2000/2-yr and $$6000/4-yr Undocumented immigrant plans to attend an accredited 2-yr or 4-yr(non-profit) public/private institution in/out of IL. 2.5 GPA or higher; must have one parent who immigrated to the U.S.; must have attended H.S. in IL for at least 3 years and have lived with parents or guardians while attending H.S. By submitting application, the applicant consents to verification. Deadline: 4/1/16 60 The Links Inc., Hoffman Estates Chapter www.hoffman-estates-links.org $1000

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African-American female h.s.graduating sr. will attend 2-yr. community college or 4-yr. college or university full-time, Fall 2016. Min cumulative GPA of "C". Min. ACT - 18(or SAT equivalent) Deadline: 3/25/16 61 Mt. Prospect Woman’s Club $1000 Mt. Prospect resident, h.s. sr., will attend 2-yr or 4-yr college in Illinois fall of 2016. Essay; 2 letters of recommendation. Deadline: 4/1/16 62 Jenny Anzalone TBD Graduating RMHS sr., 3.5 GPA, have been accepted to a college or vocational school, express a strong desire to continue education, demonstrate hard work, commitment, and a love for others, some financial need. 1 page essay.Return applications and other materials to the CCR. Deadline: 4/1/16 63 Il l inois Sheriff’s Association $500 Permanent resident of Illinois and Cook County, will attend an Illinois college or university full-time, demonstrate outstanding scholastic, extra-curricular and character qualifications. Deadline: 3/15/16 64 Kids’ Chance of I l l inois www.kids’chance of i l l inois.com $TBD To be eligible for a scholarship grant, applicants must have a parent who has been killed or seriously injured as a result of a work related accident that meets the criteria of the Illinois Workers’ Compensation Act and that has resulted in demonstrated financial need. Applicants must also meet the following requirements: Applicant must be between the ages of 16-25 at the time of the full disbursement

of the Kids’ Chance Inc. of Illinois, scholarship award. Student applicant and/or deceased/injured worker are not required to be a legal

resident of Illinois. Applicant must be able to demonstrate financial need. Applicant must have achieved a high school diploma by the time of the first

disbursement of the scholarship award. Applicant must be enrolled, accepted or applying for acceptance as a full-time or

part-time student at an accredited university, college or technical school. Deadline: 4/30/16 65 Stephanie Joseph Memorial Fund

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www.stephaniejoseph.com $2,500 H.S. senior, GPA 3.0, will attend 4-yr college. Strong work ethic, puts others ahead of self. Short essay; letter of rec. Deadline: 4/15/16 66 Schaumburg Business Association $2500 H.S. sr., wil l pursue a business related degree. Must attend a technical or trade school, business college, or a two-or-four year college or university in IL, 3.0 GPA. Awards based on academic achievement, community involvement and need. Deadline: 5/1/16 67 Redefining Ready www.d214.org/foundation $1000 Seniors. Tell us and the world why you are ready for college or a career. Looking for genuine, compelling content showing how Dist 214 prepared you for success. ( have you succeeded in AP or dual credit classes, have near-perfect attendance, participated in co-curricular activities or logged a number of community service hours)? Post a video with your story, up to 30 sec in length,to Twitter. Deadline: 4/15/16 68 William J. Cook Scholarship Fund $1000 - $5000 www.scholarshipamerica.org/williamjcook Male H.S. sr., attend a Cook County h.s., will enroll full-time at an accredited 4-yr. college. Academics, leadership, school and community activities, honors, work experience and financial need. Electronic submission. Deadline: 4/15/16 69 Balanced Man Scholarship www.illinoissigeps.com Male, will attend Univ. of Illinois-Urbana-Champaign full-time, excelled in scholarship, leadership, athletics, and community service. Not obligated to join the fraternity. Deadline: 5/1/16 70 Arlington Heights Garden Club (AHGC) $1500 Google “Arlington Heights Garden Club” Res. Of Dist 214 or communities adjoining Arlington Hts., U.S. citizen or permanent

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resident, will attend 2-yr or 4-yr college or vocational school full-time, “C” GPA. Primary consideration to those studying horticulture/agriculture/environmental related fields. Deadline: 5/1/16 71 Pursuit of Excellence Award www.SigmaNuIllinois.com $2500 Male h.s. sr., will enter U. of Ill./UC in the fall, 3.0 GPA, demonstrated blend of character and intellect. Not obligated to join the fraternity. Deadline: 6/1/16 72 Horatio Alger Scholarship scholars.horatioalger.org $7000-$22000 H.S. sr., pursue a bachelor's degree, U.S. citizen, critical financial need, school and community activities, 2.0 GPA. Integrity, perseverance in overcoming adversity, strong character, good academic record, commitment to college education, desire to contribute to society. Apply on-line at: http://www.horatioalger.org/scholarships Deadline: 6/1/16 73 Arlington Heights Festival Scholarship (Frontier Days, Inc.) $1000 www.frontierdays.org Legal resident of Arlington Hts., H.S. grad, 17-22 yrs. old by July 4. Performing arts, visual arts, and volunteer service scholarships. Deadline: 6/19/16 74 Denny’s Hungry for Education www.dennyshungryforeducation.com $1000 U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, grades and academic performance will serve as indicators of potential; 300-word essay submission. 75 Quilters Club Scholarship $1000 Student who is expressive and creative in the CTE studies. 76 MECU 2016 Scholarship Program www.MECU.org $5000 Students must be an MEDU member. Must have a min weighted GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale, or a 4.0 or higher on a 5.0 scale and in the Fall of 2016/17 semester must attend an accredited college/university and take at least 12 credit hours per semester.

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77 P.E.O. STAR Scholarship www.peointernational.org $2,500 scholarship H.s. sr., female, U.S. citizen or legal perm. res., plans to attend college full-time or part-time, 3.0/4.0 GPA. Excellence in leadership, extra-curricular activities, community service, and academics. Deadline: 09/14/16 ************** 1 P.E.O. STAR Scholarship www.peointernational.org $2,500 scholarship H.s. sr., female, U.S. citizen or legal perm. res., plans to attend college full-time or part-time, 3.0/4.0 GPA. Excellence in leadership, extra-curricular activities, community service, and academics. Deadline: 11/01/14 2 Horatio Alger Association Scholarship www.horatioalger.org/scholarships $7,000-20,000 scholarships H.s. sr., pursue a bachelor's degree, U.S. citizen, will attend 2-yr or 4-yr college, critical financial need, school and community activities, 2.0 GPA. Integrity, perseverance in overcoming adversity, strong character, good academic record, commitment to college education, desire to contribute to society. Deadline: 10/25/14 October

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3 Greenhouse Scholars www.greenhousescholars.fluidreview.com $5,000 H.s. sr., will attend 4-yr college, 3.5 unweighted GPA, U.S. citizen or perm. res., legal res. of IL. High-performing, under-resourced student who has demonstrated true leadership and positive community contributions. Deadline: 12/8/14 4 GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship Program www.reaganfoundation.org/scholarships $10,000 Graduating h.s. sr., U.S. citizen, pursue a bachelor’s degree at a 4-yr.college. Leadership, drive, integrity and citizenship in the workplace, school and community. 3.0/4.0 GPA, financial need. Deadline: 1/8/15 5 Stokes Educational Scholarship Program www.NSA.gov/Careers up to $30,000 Open to h.s. seniors, particularly minority students, planning to major in computer science or computer/electrical engineering. Must attend college full-time, then work during the summer at NSA’s Maryland headquarters for a min. of 12 wks, related to your course of study. ACT 25, GPA 3.0/4.0. Deadline: 11/15/14 November 6 Elks Most Valuable Student Scholarships www.elks.org/enf/scholars $1,000-12,500 scholarships H.s. seniors pursuing a 4-yr. degree, on a full-time basis (min of 12 sem hrs), in a U.S. college or university. Applicants must advance through local, district and state competition to reach national judging. Must be a U.S. citizen. Deadline: 12/5/14 7 CBAI Foundation for Community Banking Annual Scholarship Program $1,000

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Essay-writing contest. Open to h.s. seniors who are sponsored by a CBAI member bank. Judges will select the top essays statewide written by high-school seniors who best capture the following theme: The Importance of Community Banking. Applications available at The People’s Bank of Arlington Heights. 1104 South Arlington Heights Road. Deadline: 2/2/15 8 Paramount Tall Club of Chicago www.tallchicago.org $750 Graduating high school senior who lives in the Chicagoland area and meets the height requirements,5’10” for females and 6’2” for males. Will attend either a 2 yr. or 4 yr. college. Deadline: 12/29/14 9 Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) U.S. Scholarship Program https://aim.applyists.net/RMHC $1,000 (local chapters) H.s. graduating senior. Will attend a 2 yr. or 4 yr. college, university or vocational/technical school. Must be a legal U.S. resident. Must be less than 21 yrs. of age. Must have a minimum 2.7 GPA and reside within the geographic boundaries of a participating Chapter. Deadline: 1/20/15 10 Il l inois Society of Professional Engineers www.NSC-ILSPE.org $1,000 (2 offered-North Suburban Chapter) H.s. senior, U.S. Citizen. 3.5 GPA (out of 4.0) ACT-29Math, 25Verbal. SAT-600Math, 500Verbal. Attend an engineering program at a university/college accredited by the ABET-EAC. Live in Chapter area-North Suburban Cook County, outside Chgo, north of North Ave. Deadline: 3/1/15 11 Aspiring Fashion Professional Scholarship www.fashion-schools.org $1,000 H.s. graduating senior. Will attend an accredited post-secondary school/college. Scholarship information is located at the bottom of the page on the website. Deadline: 6/1/15

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12 Aspiring Animation Professional Scholarship Program www.animationcareerreview.com$1,000 H.s. graduating senior. Will pursue an animation career path at an accredited post-secondary school/college. Scholarship and eligibility information is located on the right side of the page on the website. Deadline: 6/1/15 13 Tim Breslin Memorial Scholarship www.chicagowolves.com$7,500 H.s. students interested in completing an essay of 500 words or less. Topic and application are on the website. Deadline: 3/6/15 14 Fred S. Bailey Scholarship www.universityymca.org/bailey $3000 Will attend Univ. of Illinois-Urb-Cham, commitment to service, community involvement, Leadership and action, awareness and critical thought about the pressing issues facing the world today, financial need, academic achievement. Deadline: 2/7/15 15 Bruce Fishkin Scholarship Fund www.brucefishkinscholarshipfund.com $$$ “full ride” H.s. Juniors and Seniors with a 3.0 or greater on a four-point scale. Additional Application Requirements: 400 to 500 word essay. Topic and application are on the website. Deadline: 12/15/14 December 16 Northrop Grumman Engineering Scholars www.scholarsapply.org/ngengineering $2500 H.s. senior will attend college full-time in an approved engineering, computer science, math or physics program. 3.5/4.0 GPA, 27 ACT or 1700 SAT. Must be a U.S. citizen and a resident of Arlington Hts., Palatine, Rolling Meadows, Hoffman Estates, Inverness or Mt. Prospect. Deadline: 2/4/15 17 Il l inois Association for College Admission Counseling

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www.iacac.org/scholarship $1000 H.s. sr., 3.0/4.0 GPA, will enroll full-time in college. Demonstrated involvement in high school community, service to others, with motivation to achieve personal goals. Deadline: 2/20/15 18 Chicago NW Suburban Alumnae Panhellenic Scholarship www.cnwsap.org $1200 Female h.s. sr. will attend a 4-yr college with sororities on campus. Judged on leadership, extra-curricular activities, honors and awards, academic achievement, community involvement, work and volunteer experience. Not obligated to join a sorority. Deadline: 3/1/15 19 Fueling the Minds of the Future www.fuelingminds.com $2000 H.s. sr., 2.5/4.0 GPA, reside in Chicagoland area, plan to attend a 2-yr. or 4-yr. college or technical school full-time, have financial need. Deadline: 3/13/15 20 Chicago Area Golf Swing Club Scholarship Foundation www.uvsgolfswingclub.org $6000 (various $ amounts) Scholarships awarded to dependents of deceased or disabled veterans living or hospitalized in IL (supporting documentation must be included). Awards come in varying amounts up to $6000 each and are given on the basis of financial need, basic scholastic achievement, community service and personal goals. Applicants must reapply each year. Deadline: 4/15/15 21 Arlington Heights Council of PTAs Achievement Scholarship www.sd25.org Graduating h.s. sr., attended a District 25 school for at least 3 yrs, min 3.0/5.0 GPA after 7 semesters, and plans to attend college full or part-time. Based on classroom efforts, school and community involvement. Deadline: 2/28/15 22 Japanese American Citizens League Scholarship www.jaclchicago.org

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$5000 H.s. sr., IL res will attend college or vocational school full-time, member of Chicago JACL, involvement in Asian American community, support of civil and human rights. Deadline: 3/2/15 23 Richard A. Maass Memorial Scholarship $2000 Academic achievement, community service and financial need. Essay required on the importance of quality products and services to the future of our country. Deadline: 3/2/15 January 2015 24 Sommer Foundation Scholarship www.sommerfoundation.org $4000 (Max) H.s. sr., from single-parent home, experienced the death of a parent. Show strong academic promise, positive extracurricular and/or work experience, contributions through community or school service and financial need. Deadline: 3/27/15 25 Balanced Man Scholarship http://sigepiu.org $500 Male will attend Indiana University full-time, excelled in scholarship, leadership, athletics and community service. Not obligated to join the fraternity. Deadline: 5/1/15 26 Kathryn G. Hansen Scholarship http://go.illinois.edu/HansenScholarshipApplication $500 H.s. sr., IL resident, U.S. citizen or perm. resident, will attend an Illinois college, pursue higher education in the office professional, secretarial or business-related fields. Extra-curricular and community activities, academic achievement considered. Preference given to students at U. of Illinois. Deadline: 2/23/15 27 Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Scholarships www.dstschaumburg.org $1000

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H.s. sr., male or female, African-American descent, reside in NW suburban area. 4 separate scholarships available, each with different requirements. Deadline: 3/2/15 28 Arlington Heights Woman’s Club Scholarship $1000 Graduating sr., male or female, Dist. 214 resident, will enroll in college in the Fall; 24 ACT and 4.25/5.0 GPA. Based on academics, character, financial need and additional criteria. Deadline: 3/20/15 29 Palatine Historical Society Scholarship $1000 H.s. sr., Palatine Township resident, will attend 2-yr. or 4-yr. college or vocational school. Deadline: 3/21/15 30 Marianjoy Scholarship Program www.marianjoy.org $various Functionally impaired or physically disabled with a permanent physical disability; IL perm. res. in select counties; will enroll part-time or full-time at a 2-yr. or 4-yr. college or vocational school. Deadline: 3/30/15 31 Becas Univision Scholarship Program http://univision.hsfts.net/ $5000 Open to ALL Latino students in the U.S. Min. GPA is 3.0/4.0, student must be first generation college, demonstrate financial need. Deadline: 1/31/15 (Priority). Add’l deadlines: 2/28/15 and 3/30/15. 32 Sons of Confederate Veterans $1000 Graduating sr., male or female, IL resident will attend a 2-yr or 4-yr college, descendant of a male who served honorably for the Confederate States of America. Deadline: 3/14/15 33 JCCIA Women’s Division Scholarship www.jccia.com

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$2000 Female h.s. sr., Illinois resident, one parent of Italian heritage, 3.0/4.0 GPA, will attend 2-yr or 4-yr college or vocational school full-time, financial need. Well-rounded students with a commitment to continuing their education. Deadline: 4/15/15 34 The John Fischetti Scholarship Award 2015 www.jccia.com $2000 Male h.s. sr., 50% Italian ancestry, resident of Chgo. Metro area, will major in journalism or media communications in college. Deadline: 4/19/15 35 JCCIA Scholarship-Joseph Cardinal Bernardin Scholarship www.jccia.com $2000 Male h.s. sr., 50% Italian ancestry, 3.75/4.0 GPA. Deadline: 5/18/15 36 Dean Ritter Trust for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Scholarship www.deanritter.org $1000-$5000 H.s. sr., Illinois resident, will attend a 2-yr. or 4-yr.college full-time. Severe to profound hearing loss in one or both ears, exhibit financial need. Deadline: 3/13/15 February 2015 37 Dollars for Scholars www.saf.dollarsforscholars.org $various 11 scholarships offered to h.s. sr., college undergraduate or vocational school student, and live in Arlington Hts., Buffalo Grove, Mt. Prospect, Prospect Hts., or Wheeling, IL. Deadline: 3/16/15 38 2015 Chicago Lighthouse Scholarship http://www.chicagolighthouse.org $various

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Post-secondary students of all ages who are blind or visually impaired. Will pursue a 2 -yr, 4-yr., graduate or advanced degree, either full or part-time. Applications are accepted via e-mail only. Deadline: 3/27/15 39 The Links, Incorporated, Hoffman Estates Chapter www.hoffman-estates-links.org $1000 Award scholarships to qualified African-American female high school graduating seniors. Scholarships are available for students who will attend a 2-yr. community college or a 4-yr. college or university full-time, Fall of 2015. Min. cumulative grade pt. average of a “C”. Min. ACT composite score of 18. Applications available in the CCR. Deadline: 3/20/15 40 Nordstrom Scholarship www.nordstrom.com/scholarship $2500 H.s. Juniors, 2.7/4.0 GPA, volunteer, participate in community service or extra-curricular activities, will attend a 4-yr. college, will apply for financial assistance in order to attend college. Deadline: 5/1/15 41 The National CCAA Scholarship www.catholiccollegesonline.org $1000 H.s. sr., will attend a National CCAA member institution beginning Fall 2015. Deadline: 3/15/15 42 Mt. Prospect Woman’s Club Scholarship $1000 Mt. Prospect resident, h.s. sr., will attend 2-yr or 4-yr college in IL., career in healthcare preferred. Deadline: 4/1/15 43 The O’Malley Memorial Scholarship $1000 Conant, Elk Grove Village, Fremd, Hoffman Estates, Palatine, Prospect, Rolling Meadows and Schaumburg High School students who are planning to attend a four-year college or university in the Fall of 2015.

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Deadline: 3/31/15 44 George Gattas Scholarship $2500 Live in service area, community service, athletics, activities, and improvement throughout h.s. years. Deadline: 4/3/15 45 Lindsay Habinak Memorial Scholarship Graduating RMHS sr., will attend an accredited college, university or vocational school, strong desire to continue his/her education, current RMHS student with senior status, appreciation for English and love of literature, essay requirement. Applications in the CCR. Deadline: 3/13/15 46 Roland J. Meyer Scholarship Graduating RMHS sr., will attend an accredited college, university or vocational school, strong desire to pursue a higher education, current RMHS student with senior status, involved in community outreach activities, have demonstrated leadership skills and qualities as part of the community outreach, express an interest in political science, business law, government and or preserving the environment for future generations. Essay requirement. Applications in the CCR. Deadline: 3/13/15 47 Joseph Blazek Foundation Scholarship $500 H.s. sr., currently attends a Cook County high school, will major in engineering, math or science. Applications in the CCR. Deadline: 3/15/15 48 Friends of Moraine Hil ls State Park www.friendsofmorainehil lsstatepark.org $1000 IL H.s. sr., will attend an accredited college or university Fall of 2015. Plan to enter a field of study and career directly related to the environment. GPA-2.5/4.0 Deadline: 4/30/15

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49 Dare to Dream Scholarship www.latinaconference.org $1000 Graduating female h.s. students, will attend an accredited post-secondary school / program. Attended the Dare to Dream Conference in 7th or 8th grade. Multiple scholarships awarded. Two offered in the engineering field. Deadline: 3/16/15 50. I l l inois Sheriff’s Association www.ilsheriff.org $500 Permanent resident of Illinois and Cook County, will attend an Illinois college or university full-time, demonstrate outstanding scholastic, extra-curricular and character qualifications. Deadline: 3/15/15 51. Meadows Credit Union www.mcuonline.com $1000 Entrants must be a member of MCU in good standing; 17-22 yrs. old, high school grad, or a student attending a university, college, community college or trade school for the 2015-2016 school year. Deadline: 5/22/15 52. Jenny Anzalone College Scholarship Graduating RMHS sr., 3.5 GPA, has been accepted to a college or vocational school, express a strong desire to continue education, demonstrate hard work, commitment and a love for others, some financial need. 1 page essay. Return applications and other materials to the CCR. Deadline: 3/3/15 53. Balanced Man Scholarship www.illinoissigeps.com Male, will attend Univ. of Illinois-Urbana-Champaign full-time, excelled in scholarship, leadership, athletics, and community service. Not obligated to join the fraternity. Deadline: 5/1/15 54. Al Yuen Vocational Scholarship $500

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Will attend a 2-yr. college or trade school to pursue an associate’s degree or vocational career, emphasis on “service above self”. Deadline: 4/3/15 55. Matt Hil l Academic Scholarship $500 Will pursue a bachelor’s degree at a 4-yr. college, emphasis on “service above self”. Deadline: 4/3/15 56. 2015 Aspiring Nurse Scholarship $1000 www. nursingschoolsalmanac.com H.S. senior will pursue college education in nursing; including LPN/LVN, AND and BSN programs. Academic excellence, particularly in science and math; passion for the nursing profession and the overall health field. Deadline: 6/30/15 57. William J. Cook Scholarship Fund $1000 - $5000 www.scholarshipamerica.org/williamjcook Male H.S. sr., attend a Cook County h.s., will enroll full-time at an accredited 4-yr. college. Academics, leadership, school and community activities, honors, work experience and financial need. Deadline: 4/15/15 58. Dr. Sherrie Ford Manufacturing as a Career Path 2015-2016 Scholarship www.ame.org First 300 applicants considered. 2.5/4.0 GPA. Fifteen scholarships will be open to individuals who are interested in pursuing a career in the field of manufacturing. Must be currently graduating from high school, current college student or individual with prior work experience seeking a college education. Must be accepted into an accredited college or technical school in a manufacturing curriculum. Deadline: 6/5/15 59. Arlington Heights Garden Club (AHGC) $1500 Google “Arlington Heights Garden Club” Res. Of Dist 214 or communities adjoining Arlington Hts., U.S. citizen or permanent resident, will attend 2-yr or 4-yr college or vocational school full-time, “C” GPA. Primary consideration to those studying horticulture/agriculture/environmental related fields. Deadline: 5/1/15

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60. Pointe Pest Control Scholarship $750 www.pointepestcontrol.net/illinois-scholarship H.S. senior or college freshman from the state of Illinois. Need based, achievement standards considered. Student aid report stating household income must be attached to the application to be considered. Min. 3.0 GPA. Deadline: 4/30/15 61. I’m First Scholarship $1000 www.ImFirst.org H.S. sr., first-generation college student, will attend a partner college (see website for list of schools). Seeking financial aid, strong writing skills, community service and leadership experience and commitment to helping other first-generation students. Deadline: 5/22/15 62. Schaumburg Business Association $2500 www.schaumburgbusiness.com H.S. sr., will pursue a business related degree. Must attend a technical or trade school, business college, or a two- or four-year college or university in Illinois, 3.0 GPA. Awards are based on several considerations that include academic achievement, community involvement, and need. Deadline: 4/30/15 63. Balanced Man Scholarship / Indiana University-Bloomington $500 www.tinyurl.com/pmulfnu Male, will attend Indiana University – Bloomington – Fall 2015, full-time, excelled in scholarship, leadership, athletics, and community service. Not obligated to join the fraternity. Deadline: 5/1/15 64. Great Clips Cosmetology School Scholarship $500 H.S. sr. will attend a cosmetology or barbering school in the Chicago area after high school. Deadline: 6/30/15 65. Arlington Heights Festival Scholarship (Frontier Days, Inc.) $1000 www.frontierdays.org

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Legal resident of Arlington Hts., H.S. grad, 17-22 yrs. old by July 4. Performing arts, visual arts, and volunteer service scholarships. Deadline: 6/14/15