James W. Schmitz Rotary Scholarship 2012

2012 James W. Schmitz Rotary Scholarship (Oconomowoc):

This scholarship is awarded to a senior at Oconomowoc High School based on :  scholastic achievement, especially in math and science; leadership; school citizenship and character; and high ACT scores in math and science.

Applicants Must:

•  Complete an application available in the OHS Student Services office
•  Complete an essay that tells about yourself and your interests and ambitions

Amount:

Varies

Deadline:

Must be received by April 18, 2012 to James W. Schmitz Rotary Scholarship, c/o Mr. Mark Herro, 156 East Wisconsin Avenue, Oconomowoc, WI  53066

To Apply:

obtain scholarship application through OHS Student Services

Actuarial Science Scholarship-University of Wisconsin-Madison

Actuarial Science Scholarship University of Wisconsin - Madison:

An actuary is a professional business executive who applies mathematics and statistics to the design and management of insurance and pension systems.

Applicants will be chosen based on:

-mathematical aptitude and expressed interest in an actuarial career

-completed application form at http://bus.wisc.edu/bba/academics/majors/actuarial-science

Amount:A scholarship of $2000 per year for four years is available for study in actuarial science at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. 

Deadline: March 1, 2012

To Apply:

go to http://bus.wisc.edu/bba/academics/majors/actuarial-science

City of Waukesha Fire Department Local 407 Scholarship

City of Waukesha Fire Department Local 407 Scholarship:

Applicants Must:

-Be enrolled in the 2012 school year at Waukesha County Technical College in the Fire, EMS, Law Enforcement or Nursing Programs

-Be a resident of Waukesha County

-Have a high school/higher education grade average 2.5 or higher

-Complete an application at www.iaff407.org 

Amount:

 3 $500 scholarships will be awarded in a one time sum to be used for the student's fall 2012 year at school

Deadline:

Must be postmarked by April 15, 2012

To Apply:

Go to www.iaff407.org

Great Opportunity to Complete FAFSA - College Goal Wisconsin

College Goal Wisconsin:

Saturday, February 18th or Sunday February 19th

Locations across the state

GREAT OPPORTUNITY!!!!

This is an event where parents and/or students can receive free assistance to complete their FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid). There will be a quick overview of financial aid and then you will actually be able to sit down at a computer and begin filling out the FAFSA.  If you have the necessary paperwork, you can complete the FAFSA that day and submit it.  This day is staffed by volunteers from colleges, universities, high schools and community members.


Here are the details:

Time:  2:00 p.m.

Saturday, February 18th:

• Location:  Waukesha:  UW-Waukesha, 1500 N. University Drive, Commons Building

Sunday, February 19th:

• Location:  Milwaukee:  Pulaski High School, 2500 W. Oklahoma Avenue  Use Main Entrance

For more locations and details go to www.collegegoal.wi.org or call 1-866-578-4625

Wisconsin Cattlemen's and Cattlewomen's Scholarship Program

2012 Wisconsin Cattlemen's and Cattlewomen's Scholarship 

This award provides financial assistance to graduating seniors pursuing degrees that enhance rural communities.

Applicants Must:

-Be a graduating senior

-Be planning to attend an accredited 4 year college or a 2 year program/technical school 

-Must have a background in the beef, veal or dairy industry

-Must be a resident of Wisconsin

-Preference may be given to those majoring or planning a career with an agricultural focus

-Preference may be given to those attending a Wisconsin School

-Must complete an application available at www.wisconsincattlemen.com 

 

Deadline:  must be postmarked no later than February 27, 2012

Mail application, 3 letters of recommendation, and high school office enrollment verification form to:

Wisconsin Cattlemen's Association

2 E. Mifflin Street, Suite 601

Madison, WI  53703

 

Thomas H. Lutsey-Waseda Farms Rural Scholarship

2012 Thomas H. Lutsey-Waseda Farms Rural Scholarship

This award provides financial assistance to graduating seniors pursuing degrees that enhance rural communities.

Applicants Must:

-Be a graduating senior

-Be planning to attend an accredited 4 year college or a 2 year program/technical school then transferring to a 4 year program as a full time student

-Have a GPA 3.0 or higher

-Have a satisfactory ACT or SAT test score

-Have a rural or agricultural background

-Be planning a career with an agricultural focus

-Have a need for financial assistance

Must complete an application at www.LutseyScholarship.org and complete and mail Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and send a copy of Student Aid Report (SAR) to The Thomas H. Lutsey-Waseda Farms Scholarship Fund after you receive it.

 

Amount:

up to $1750 and can be renewed up to 3 subsequent years for maintaining a 3.0 GPA  (award increases subsequently each year)

 

Deadline:  must be received by March 27, 2012

Mail application, personal statement, 3 recommendations (at least one from principal or counselor), grade transcript and Student Aid Report to:  The Thomas H. Lutsey-Waseda Farms Scholarship Fund, P.O. Box 22074, Green Bay, WI  53405-2074