2014 Christian Scholarship Foundation

2014 Christian Scholarship Foundation

For the past twenty two years, Divine Redeemer's Christian Scholarship Foundation has awarded scholarships to Waukesha County High School Seniors.  Four scholarships will be awarded this year:

1. $2000 to one male and one female
2. Garrett Becker Scholarship: applicant who has overcome a significant obstacle in their life or if the applicant intends to work in the healthcare field
3. Douglas Baker Memorial Scholarship ($5000) to a student for their Christian leadership

Applicants Must:

-Have a cumulative 3.5 GPA through January 1, 2014 ( an official transcript must be included with the application)
-Be a full-time student
-Have Lettered in one or more Varsity Sport(s)
-Participate in school activities

-Be active in church, above and beyond weekly church attendance.  Students must be members of Christian congregation

-Complete an application available by the OHS Student Services office or at www.drlc.org

Amount:  varies

Deadline:

All applications and letters are to be returned no later than April 1, 2014 to:
The Christian Scholarship Foundation
c/o  Divine Redeemer Church
31385 West Hill Road
Hartland, WI  53029

To Apply:

obtain scholarship through OHS Student Services or go to www.drlc.org

2014 Professional Insurance Agents of Wisconsin Scholarship

2014 Professional Insurance Agents of Wisconsin :

The PIAW will award scholarships to successful candidates who are 2014 graduating seniors.  Scholarship recipients must be entering college and have a focus on insurance or a related field of study .  Applicants MUST BE SPONSORED BY A PIAW MEMBER.  A list of members can be found at the website www.piaw.org    "Membership/Find an Agency Member" or by looking for the PIA logo on agency premises stationery or their advertising materials. 

Applicants Must:

complete an application at the website at www.piaw.org

be planning to pursue a career in insurance or related field of study

be sponsored by a PIAW member


 

Amount:

5-$2500

Deadline:

Completed applications are due by March 1, 2014

To Apply:

go to www.piaw.org

Waukesha Memorial Hospital Scholarship 2014

Waukesha Memorial Hospital Scholarship

Waukesha Memorial Hospital will again be offering scholarships to students pursuing healthcare related education.  Eligibility requirements and applications can be obtained beginning January 16, 2014 at http://sms.scholarshipamerica.org/waukeshamemorial

The application deadline is March 15, 2014.

The application must be downloaded, printed, completed and mailed with all other required information directly to:

Waukesha Memorial Hospital Scholarship

Scholarship America

One Scholarship Way, P.O. Box 297

Saint Peter, MN 56082

Any questions, contact Scholarship America at 507-931-1682

Pewaukee Arts Council Scholarship 2014

2014 Pewaukee Area Arts Council Scholarship:

The Pewaukee Area Arts Council (PAAC) is pleased to announce that it will be awarding college scholarships to talented students in the Lake Country area. Students that wish to pursue and practice their creative passions (dance, painting, drawing, theatre, opera, piano, poetry, set construction, video, animation, modern dance, photography, costume design, etc) are invited to apply. The area covered is limited to students living in the Arrowhead, Pewaukee, Oconomowoc and Kettle Moraine districts.

The scholarships, worth up to a total of $1,500, will be awarded based in part on talent and teacher/mentor
recommendation in the areas of visual, literary and the performing arts. Applicants must be graduating from a
public, private, parochial or alternative high school in 2014 and plan on majoring in the arts at a BA/BS or BFS program at a 2 or 4-year college, university or trade school.

Your assistance in bringing this scholarship to the attention of worthy students would be greatly appreciated.
Replacement forms can be downloaded from our website at www.pewaukeearts.org. Questions or online
submissions can be directed to the Scholarship committee at paacscholarship@gmail.com or (262)337-2437.

Each application is due by March 1st, 2014 and should consist of the following:
 Applicant should complete steps 1-3 and submit via email or mail to our P.O. Box:
1. A completed application form
2. An artist statement (100 words or less each)
3. Portfolio submission: two sample works (in digital format/jpg/ pdf OR flat reproductions /photographs,
8x10 or smaller). PAAC cannot guarantee the safe return of original works. For visual or performance
arts, a brief recording, internet link or demo CD is acceptable. Limit email attachments to 10mb.
4. Student should also request one or more teacher/mentors to complete the recommendation form.
Teacher/Mentor should complete the recommendation form and email it to paacscholarship@gmail.com or mail
in a sealed envelope to our P.O. Box.

Amount:

3-$500

Deadline:

March 1, 2014

To Apply:

go to http://www.pewaukeearts.org/

UW-Madison Scholarship

UW-Madison Scholarships

Waukesha Chapter of Wisconsin Alumni Association

Applicants Must:

-Be a graduating high school senior from an accredited Waukesha County High School in 2014

-Attend University of Wisconsin-Madison beginning the fall semester of 2014

-Be able to provide information regarding their academic achievements, extracurricular involvement, community service, financial need and community activities  (selection will be based on these criteria)

-Submit (5) collated packets to include:

• completed and typed application form
• transcripts with seven semesters of your grades, copies accepted
• two letters of recommendation
• (also include two self-addressed stamped letter sized envelopes)

-Must be mailed to:  Mary Komlo, Scholarship Chair, 628 Acorn Glen, Delafield, WI  53018- EMAILed applications are not accepted.

Amount:

$1500

Deadline:

Must be postmarked no later than March 10, 2014

To Apply:

Visit http://www.uwalumni.com/waukesha  for application and instructions

2014 Ricardo Correa Scholarship

2014 Ricardo Correa Scholarship :

The Ricardo Correa Scholarship Foundation is looking for candidates for its scholarship. Students need to apply by March 1st in order to be eligible. We are looking for gay, lesbian, bisexual, or transgender seniors, or straight ally from a public school, who are going on to college. The scholarship is for $1,000, with the student who wins the scholarship getting half for their fall semester and the other half their second semester, upon successfully completing their first semester of college. Applying for the local, Wisconsin state scholarship will make them eligible for the $2,000 national scholarship!

            The national scholarship will be picked at the NEA RA in Denver this summer in July. Different NEA leaders (SOGI committee members, NEA-GLBT Caucus members, gay and straight members, male, female, state leaders, past NEA leaders, etc.) will be meeting to pick the candidate or candidates.

            Students can download the application by going to our website at Ricfest.org. They should go to the State page to get the application and all the rules in selection. Students will be judged on GPA, leadership ability <extra-curricular jobs, clubs, etc., financial need, and an essay on the gay heroes in their life that they have gotten inspiration. 

Go to www.ricfest.org to apply

Amount:

$1000 state scholarship

To Apply:

go to www.ricfest.org

2014 Oconomowoc Utilities and WPPI Energy Public Power Scholarship

2014 Oconomowoc Utilities and WPPI Energy Public Power Scholarship:

This scholarship is awarded to any full-time student who is a customer or whose guardian is a customer of Oconomowoc Utilities.  Dependents of utility personnel are not eligible.

Applicants Must:

-Be a full-time student

-Be a customer of Oconomowoc Utilities

-Complete an essay on the theme:  The Benefits of Public Power to Our Community.  Essays should be 500-1000 words, typed, double-spaced and include the following information:

• Student's first and last name, home address, phone number
• Name of legal guardian
• Oconomowoc Utilities Account Information:  Name on account, billing address, account number

Amount:

$1000 scholarship

Scholarship available in OHS Student Services

Deadline:

Deadline for submitting essays is March 31, 2014 to: 

Oconomowoc Utilities

or

Greg Hoffmann

Oconomowoc Utilities

808 S. Worthington St.
Oconomowoc, WI 53066

Buick Achievers Scholarship

2014 Buick Achievers Scholarship

Applicants must:

• Be a high school senior or current undergraduates
• Plan to major in a field of study that focuses on engineering, technology, design or business, with an interest in the automotive industry.
• Plan to enroll full time at a four-year college or university in 2014-2015
• Complete an application at www.buickachievers.com

Amount:

varies

Deadline:

February 28, 2014 5:00 p.m. EST

To Apply:

go to www.buickachievers.com

AES Scholarship 2014

AES Engineers Scholarship 2014

The consulting firm of AES Engineers is committed to continuing its support of higher education by providing scholarships to deserving students.

To be eligible the student needs to answer one of the essay questions that they will find on our site at http://www.aesengineers.com/scholarships.htm

AES Engineers believe that achieving a high grade point average should not be the only criteria for determining who deserves to be helped. For that reason AES Engineers offer a scholarship that will be awarded on the basis of character, as determined by evaluating the essays that are submitted.

Amount of award:   $500.00
Deadline for entry: October 4, 2014

Further information, including previous winners, is available AES web site at:  http://www.aesengineers.com/scholarships.htm

Thomas H. Lutsey - Waseda Farms Scholarship 2014

2014 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 April 1, 2014

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

2014 American Hellenic Educational Progressive Association Scholarship- Milwaukee Chapter #43

2014 American Hellenic Educational Progressive Association Scholarship- Milwaukee Chapter #43:

This scholarship recognizes academically gifted high school students and rewards those in our Hellenic Community who have achieved outstanding success. 

Applicants Must:

-Be senior high school students eligible for graduation

-Be a child or grandchild of a member of the Milwaukee AHEPA Chapter #43 family or Daughters of Penelope, OR, of Hellenic descent and reside in the four-county area including Milwaukee, Ozaukee, Waukesha, and Washington counties.

-Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 on a 4.0 scale must be maintained.

Amount:

varies

Deadline:

March 8, 2013

To Apply:

obtain scholarship through OHS Student Services

Lila Draper Burton 2014 Scholarship

Lila Draper Burton Scholarship

The Lila Draper Burton Scholarship Trust Fund was established as a result of a bequest by Lila Draper Burton, a Waukesha County resident, indicating her faith in the young people of Waukesha County and her belief in the value of an education.

Applicants Must:

-Be a full-time student

-Be a resident of Waukesha County
-Plan to pursue  post-secondary education

-Complete an application available by the OHS Student Services office

Amount:
 $1200/year for 4 years

$1800/year for 4 years for those attending Carroll College
(number of scholarships awarded is dependent upon the income of the Trust Fund, last year 15 were awarded)

Deadline:

March 15, 2014 to the OHS Student Services Office
3 applications will then be selected for advancement to the Lila Draper Burton Scholarship Committee based on:  scholarship achievement, personality and character qualities, school citizenship, ACT scores and financial need.

To Apply:

obtain scholarship through OHS Student Services

Wisconsin Cattlemen's/Cattlewomen's Scholarship 2014

2014 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 March 3, 2014

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

2014 Badgerland Financial Scholarship

2014 Badgerland Financial Scholarship

The Badgerland Financial Scholarship is based on agricultural leadership, activities, and interest in pursuing a career in agriculture or ag-related field.

Applicants Must:
-Live or attend school in the 33 county area served by Badgerland Financial (Waukesha is included)

-Be a graduating senior with plans to pursue a study in agriculture or ag-related curriulum at a short course, vocational school or four year university

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-Must complete an application at www.badgerlandfinancial.com and submit by mail

Amount:  $1000 (20 Scholarships)

Deadline:  Must be postmarked by March 1, 2014

Application must be submitted by mail and postmarked by March 1, 2014

Simon Youth Foundation Scholarship 2014

2014 Simon Youth Foundation Community Scholarship

 

Scholarship offers scholarships valued up to $1500 to a graduating senior who attends school and lives in close proximity of a Simon Property Mall or Community Center (Johnson Creek Outlets). Must be:

• A graduating senior attends school and lives within 50 miles of a Simon Property Mall or Community Center (Johnson Creek Outlets).
• Planning to enroll no later than Fall 2014 in a full-time undergraduate course of study at an accredited two or four year college, university or vocational-technical school for the entire upcoming academic year.
• Employees or family members of employees of Simon Property Group and affiliated partners are not eligible.
• Complete an application available for downloading at www.syf.org/our-initiatives/scholarships/community-application and mail it along with a current, complete official transcript of grades to Scholarship Management Services postmarked no later than January 11, 2014 (ONLY THE FIRST 3000 APPLICATIONS RECEIVED WILL BE PROCESSED)
• Applicants are responsible for gathering and submitting all necessary information including a copy of page one of your parents' 2012 tax return FORM 1040

Amount:

 up to $1500

 

Deadline:

January 11, 2014

 

To Apply:

go to www.syf.org/our-initiatives/scholarships/community-application

Oconomowoc Scholarship Fund 2014: Future Leader Award

Oconomowoc Scholarship Fund - The Future Leader Award

 

THE OCONOMOWOC SCHOLARSHIP FUND:  Future Leader Award funded by the Thomas W. Mount Family Trust



The Oconomowoc Scholarship Fund was founded in 1947 to provide financial assistance for selected high school graduates who have demonstrated both interest and ability to pursue a college or technical education.  It is supported through contributions and bequests of community members, businesses, students and friends. 

Applicants Must:

• Be a resident of the Oconomowoc Area School District
• Be a senior of Oconomowoc High School
• Have attended Oconomowoc High School for at least four semesters
• Be a prospective student of UW Madison 
• Provide information on financial need, academic achievement, citizenship, career goals, etc.
• Have a  3.2 minimum grade point is required after 2 years to qualify for the final 2 years.
• Complete an application available at http://www.oconomowocscholarshipfund.org/

Amount:
Tuition and books for 8 semesters at the University of Wisconsin Madison, up to a maximum of $8500 per year for 4 years or $34,000.

Deadline:
Must be submitted on or before March 1, 2014 to:

Oconomowoc Scholarship Fund

P O Box 824

Oconomowoc WI 53066To Apply:

Visit and access application at http://oconomowocscholarshipfund.org/

Oconomowoc Scholarship Fund 2014

THE OCONOMOWOC SCHOLARSHIP FUND 2014:



The Oconomowoc Scholarship Fund was founded in 1947 to provide financial assistance for selected high school graduates who have demonstrated both interest and ability to pursue a college or technical education.  It is supported through contributions and bequests of community members, businesses, students and friends. 

Applicants Must:

• Be a resident of the Oconomowoc Area School District
• Be a senior of Oconomowoc High School
• Have attended Oconomowoc High School for at least four semesters
• Be planning to attend a two year program at a technical college or four years of undergraduate study
• Must not receive more than 50% of your tuition, fees, room and board costs from other scholarships, awards and grants
• Provide information on financial need, academic achievement, citizenship, career goals, etc.
• Complete an application available at http://www.oconomowocscholarshipfund.org/

Amount:
$1250 per year for two year program or $2500 per year four year program
**Students who remain in good standing are able to renew the scholarship each year of study. (Total $10000 for a four year program or total $2500 for a two year program)

Deadline:
Must be submitted on or before March 1, 2014 to the OHS Counseling Office, 641 E. Forest Street, Oconomowoc, WI 53066

To Apply:

Visit and access application at http://oconomowocscholarshipfund.org/