Wednesday, January 28, 2015

Lake Country Lion's Scholarship 3025

Lake Country Lion's Scholarship 2015


Who is eligible?
Any senior at any accredited and traditional school in the area
Must be attending any post-secondary institution- 4 year, 2 year, cosmetology, college, etc.
Must graduate from high school in June of 2015

How do students apply?
Students must submit application form to Stone Bank School on or before March 1, 2015.  Application must be postmarked prior to March 1, 2015


Amount:  4-$500

Mail to:

Lake Country Lion's Application
Stone Bank School
N68 W33866 County Road K
Oconomowoc, WI 53066

Questions, contact Mark Lichte at 262-490-0318

Milwaukee/National Association of the Remodeling Industry Foundation, Inc. (NARI)

Milwaukee/National Association of the Remodeling Industry Foundation, Inc. (NARI)


Applicants Must:

  • Be enrolling or enrolled in the following programs can apply for the scholarship:  architecture, carpentry, electrical, HVAC, interior design, landscaping, masonry, plumbing or other industry related curriculum
  • Have to be taking at least 12 credits during the 2014-15 academic year will be able to apply for a $1000 scholarship, while those taking 6-11 credits can apply for a $500 scholarship
  • GPA provides a benchmark for evaluation  but emphasis will be placed on the student's demonstration of work ethic, motivation, dedication, follow through and creativity. 



Amount:
$1000 or $500

Deadline:
March 2, 2015

To Apply:
scholarships available in Student Services

Jim D. Schneider Scholarship 2015-Brand New Local Scholarship

Jim D Schneider Scholarship:  Brand New Local Scholarship




Synopsis:  Inspired by the hard working entrepreneur Jim D. Schneider, this scholarship is aimed at individuals who have demonstrated interest and aptitude in pursuing a career in the manufacturing sector.  Manufacturing has many opportunities for successful careers in a variety of areas including automotive, metal fabrication, CNC, wood working and many more.  Jim has long been a proponent of continued education with a focus on self-improvement and self-growth and this scholarship will go to someone to aid in covering the expense of getting there.

Qualifications:  Taken or currently enrolled in at least (2) Career and Tech courses.  Desire a 2.5 or better GPA.  Must be accepted into an accredited Technical College with an intention of pursuing a degree in either wood working, metal fabrication, CAD or robotics.  An essay explaining the individual’s career goals, what degree they intend to pursue and how they plan to use that degree.
Must submit essay and transcript to OHS Student Services.


Deadline:  March 30, 2015

Janice M. Scott Memorial Scholarship 2015

Janice M. Scott Memorial Scholarship Fund (JMSMSF)
Criteria Sheet

I.                   Qualification/Eligibility

  1. US Citizen or permanent resident of US

  1. GPA of 3.0/equivalent or higher (out of a 4.0 scale)

  1. High School Senior who will matriculate full-time at a US accredited four-year college or university within the fifty states or District of Columbia.

  1. Have demonstrated leadership abilities through participating in community services or other extra curricular activities.

  1. Combined adjusted income of the parents cannot exceed $60,000.

II.                Required Documentation

  1. Application- Each candidate must submit a complete and timely application.  An application will be considered incomplete and not processed if all instructions have not been followed or the material presented is insufficient to permit an adequate review. Do not send supplemental or corrected material after the deadline date.  Applications must be typed or completed with the use of a black/blue writing ink pen.  The staff of the JMSMSF will not accept any application packet or portion thereof that is filled out with a pencil.  Application and required documents should be neat and easy to read.  Materials should be impeccable in terms of appearance and legibility.  Mail the complete application packet so that it is received or postmarked on or before the deadline date of March 31st.  Application packet should be mailed to:

Janice M. Scott Memorial Scholarship Fund
                        ATTN: Abraham Scott
Post Office Box 1023
                        Springfield, Virginia  22151

Official Transcript- An official copy of the applicant’s high school transcript provided by the high school staff 
  1. and timely application.  An application will be considered incomplete and not processed if all instructions have not been followed or the material presented is insufficient to permit an adequate review. Do not send supplemental or corrected material after the deadline date.  Applications must be typed or completed with the use of a black/blue writing ink pen.  The staff of the JMSMSF will not accept any application packet or portion thereof that is filled out with a pencil.  Application and required documents should be neat and easy to read.  Materials should be impeccable in terms of appearance and legibility.  Mail the complete application packet so that it is received or postmarked on or before the deadline date of March 31st.  Application packet should be mailed to:

Janice M. Scott Memorial Scholarship Fund
                        ATTN: Abraham Scott
Post Office Box 1023
                        Springfield, Virginia  22151

  1. Official Transcript- An official copy of the applicant’s high school transcript provided by the high school staff in a sealed envelope must be included in the application packet.  Submission of an application along with the required documents for this scholarship constitutes your authorization for the JMSMSF Scholarship Selection Committee to review your academic record.

  1. Letters of Recommendation – Each packet must include two letters of recommendation (LOR).  One of the letters must be from a faculty member who has taught the applicant in the classroom. Each LOR must include the reference’s name, address, telephone number, and information regarding how long and in what capacity he or she has known the applicant.

  1. Financial Document – The submission packet must include a copy of the applicant’s Student Aid Report from the Department of Education or FAFSA.  If none of these reports are not available, the applicant can submit a copy of the parent’s income tax return (Submit only the front and back of the IRS Form 1040 or IRS Form 1040 EZ) for the year prior to the year in which the application packets are due. (WILL NOT ACCEPT INCOME TAX RETURNS OF ANY OTHER YEARS). 

  1. High School Senior Picture - A high school senior picture or a picture taken above the waistline and in color.  The picture must be an original or printed on official photo paper.  Do not submit any picture taken at an angle.   Applicant is required to print his/her full name on the reverse-side of the picture.  


  1. Essay – Each candidate must provide a 500-1000 word essay focusing on “Describing his or her planned undergraduate study and how he or she plans to apply it upon graduation” or “Who is your role-model and how he or she has influenced/impacted your life”.  The individual cannot be a relative.  Essay technical requirements: double space, 11 point font size, one inch margin on all sides, submit original only, submit in English, and certify authorship/originality at the end of the essay.  The essay will be evaluated on originality, content, thought provoking ideas, innovation, and concepts previously unpublished. Applicant must certify the authenticity of the writing at the end of the essay by affixing the below statement and then signing beneath it.

Abbott and Fenner Scholarship 2015

Abbott and Fenner Scholarship Program

Abbott & Fenner Business Consultants are pleased to be able to continue with our scholarship program for the 8th year.

We will be awarding up to $1,000 to the winner(s) each year.

Scholarship Deadline   -  June 15, 2015.

Application Process
Students will submit an essay on the topic that appears on the scholarship page of our web site:  http://www.abbottandfenner.com/scholarships.htm

Full details are available on our site.

Oconomowoc Women's Club Scholarship

Oconomowoc Women's Club Scholarship


Applicants Must:
-Be a full-time student
-Plan to pursue some form of post-secondary education
-Must have chosen a field of study
-Complete an application available by the OHS Student Services office


Amount:
$500 scholarship

Deadline:  April 15, 2015

Mail to: Oconomowoc Women's Club Scholarship Committee
c/o Marilyn Largent
W359 N5707 Surrey Drive
Oconomowoc, WI 53066

To Apply:
obtain scholarship through OHS Student Services

2014-15 The General Federation of Woman's Clubs Wisconsin's Rolling Hills District Scholarship

2014-15 The General Federation of Woman's Clubs Wisconsin's Rolling Hills District Scholarship


High School Health Scholarship


This scholarship is awarded to any full-time student pursuing some form of post-secondary education in a health-related field (including medical, pharmacy, physical therapy, nursing, etc.). 

Applicants Must:
-Be a full-time student
-Plan to pursue some form of post-secondary education in a health related career.
-Complete an application available by the OHS Student Services office


Amount:
 up to 2 - $500 scholarships

Deadline:  February 23, 2015

Mail to: Marilyn Largent
W359 N5707 Surrey Drive
Oconomowoc, WI 53066

To Apply:
obtain scholarship through OHS Student Services

2015 Student-View Scholarship

2015 Student-View Scholarship Program:

Quick and Easy to Apply:
  • no minimum SAT/ACT score or GPA
  • no essay required
  • no lengthy application forms
  • no application fees
one $4000 scholarship
two $1000 scholarship
ten $500 scholarships

Simply log on to www.student-view.com  and complete a 15-20 minute application survey about colleges in your area

The scholarship will be awarded via a random drawing of all completed applications.  
Deadline:

April 22, 2015

Thursday, January 22, 2015

Lila Draper Burton Scholarship 2015

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 16, 2015 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

2015 Oconomowoc Woman's Club Scholarship

2015 Oconomowoc Woman's Club Scholarship




This scholarship is awarded to any full-time student graduating from OHS as a senior and pursuing a chosen field of study.

Applicants Must:
-Be a full-time student
-Plan to attend a specific college
-Complete an application available by the OHS Student Services office


Amount:
 up to 2 - $500 scholarships

Deadline:  February 20, 2015

Mail to: Marilyn Largent
W359 N5707  Surrey Lane, Oconomowoc, WI 53066

To Apply:
obtain scholarship through OHS Student Services

2015 The General Federation of Woman's Clubs Wisconsin's Rolling Hills District Scholarship

2015 The General Federation of Woman's Clubs Wisconsin's Rolling Hills District Scholarship


High School Health Scholarship


This scholarship is awarded to any full-time student pursuing some form of post-secondary education in a health-related field (including medical, pharmacy, physical therapy, nursing, etc.). 
Applicants Must:
-Be a full-time student
-Plan to pursue some form of post-secondary education in a health related career.
-Complete an application available by the OHS Student Services office


Amount:
 up to 2 - $500 scholarships

Deadline:  February 20, 2015

Mail to: Marilyn Largent
W359 N5707  Surrey Lane, Oconomowoc, WI 53066

To Apply:
obtain scholarship through OHS Student Services

2015 Christian Scholarship Foundation

2015 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, 2015 ( 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, 2015 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

2015 Wisconsin Towns Association Scholarship

2015 Wisconsin Towns Association Scholarship :

Wisconsin Towns Association, in conjunction with Rural Mutual Insurance Company and Scott Construction, Inc. will be awarding $7000 in scholarships to the winners of an essay contest to high school seniors graduating in 2015.

Applicants Must:


Be a graduating senior in 2015

Plan to enroll in a Wisconsin public or private college or vocational college

Write an essay that should address the topic:  "Why is town road investment important to economic development in Wisconsin?"


Complete an application available at  OHS Student Services

Amount:
varies

Deadline:  5/30/15
Completed application and essay should be sent to the following address:

Wisconsin Towns Association
W7686 County Road MMM
Shawano, Wis 54166-6086


To Apply:
obtain scholarship application at OHS Student Services Office

Monday, January 19, 2015

2015 Thomas H. Lutsey-Waseda Farms Rural Scholarship

2015 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.Lutsey.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 $2000 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, 2015
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

Wednesday, January 14, 2015

AXA Achievement Community Scholarship

AXA Achievement Community Scholarship

The AXA Achievementsm Community Scholarship Program brings advice and access to higher education into every community in which AXA has a presence. Every AXA Advisors' branch office nationwide distributes up to twelve $2,500 scholarships to high school seniors who live and attend high school in their area.

APPLY EARLY:  only the first 10,000 applications will be accepted. 

 The application deadline is February 1, 2015, but if 10,000 applications are received
before that date, the program will automatically close.


Selection of winners, known as AXA Achievers, is made by our nonprofit partner, Scholarship America.
An AXA Achiever must demonstrate:
  • Ambition and drive
  • Determination to set and reach goals
  • Respect for self, family and community
  • Ability to succeed in college

2015 Simon Youth Foundation Community Scholarship

2015 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 2015 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 http://programs.applyists.com/syf/ and mail it along with a current, complete official transcript of grades to Scholarship Management Services must be received on or before February 25, 2015 
  • Applicants are responsible for gathering and submitting all necessary information including a copy of page one of your parents' 2014 tax return FORM 1040
Amount:
 up to $1500
Deadline:
February 25, 2015
To Apply:
go to http://programs.applyists.com/syf

2015 American Hellenic Educational Progressive Association Scholarship- Milwaukee Chapter #43

2015 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 4, 2015
To Apply:
obtain scholarship through OHS Student Services

Tuesday, January 6, 2015

WIESA Scholarship

2015 Wisconsin Electronic Security Association Scholarship


Awarded to the son/daughter of an active member of a Wisconsin Fire Department and Wisconsin Police Department.

Requirements:
Parent must be an active duty police officer, firefighter, paramedic or EMT in Wisconsin

Must complete an application found at www.wiesa.org

Deadline:  Friday, March 20, 2015

Submit completed applications (including transcripts, essay and other documentation) to:
Jean Novy
Wisconsin Electronic Security Association
1700 E. Beverly Road
Shorewood, WI  53211

2015 Waukesha Kennel Club

2015 Waukesha Kennel Club Scholarship
Scholarship offers $2000 to a graduating senior of a Waukesha County High School who plans to do college work leading to a degree in the field of biological science.  The recipient of this scholarship may re- apply to the Waukesha Kennel Club annually for three years for additional grants of $300.00 for the second year, $700.00 for the third year and $800.00 for the fourth year, for a possible total of $2000.00.
Applicants Must:
  • Be a graduating high school senior of a Waukesha County High School
  • Plan to do college work leading to a degree in the filed of biological science
  • Show an interest displayed in the field of biological science to include:  medicine, marine biology, forestry, agriculture, or wildlife management
  • Be able to provide information regarding their academic achievements, extracurricular involvement, and community activities
  • Complete an application (available from  Student Services) or on Naviance
  • Submit two letters of recommendation
  • Submit an official transcript and copies of standardized test scores (ACT/SAT)
Amount:
 up to $2000
Deadline:
Friday, March 27, 2015
To Apply:
Pick up a scholarship application in Student Services or download from Scholarship list on Naviance.
Completed applications and accompanying documents should be sent to:  Mr. Bill Graham, 2807 Woodbridge Lane, Waukesha, WI  53188

Monday, January 5, 2015

2015 Dr. Peter J. Sheild Scholarship (Oconomowoc):

2015 Dr. Peter J. Sheild Scholarship (Oconomowoc):

Applicant must:

Obtain scholarship application through OHS Student Services
Participate in a 2 or 4 year post-high school program in a science-related field

Be involved in extracurricular/community activities


Rank in the upper 10% of graduating class

Provide two letters of recommendation – 1 faculty member and 1 community member


Provide an essay written by applicant describing what the applicant is pursuing and why.  This essay should include what his/her career goals are and any special circumstances that might be considered.

Must Return all application materials to:  OHS Counseling Office no later than April 30, 2015


Amount:
1- $1000
Deadline:
Must be completed and returned to OHS Student Services by Tuesday, April 30, 2015

2015 Badgerland Financial Scholarship

2015 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
-
-Must complete an application at  http://badgerlandfinancial.com/Pages/Our%20Company.aspx?tabname=Scholarships
 and submit by mail

Amount:  $1000 (22 Scholarships)

Deadline:  Must be postmarked by February 28, 2015

Must be mailed to:
Badgerland Financial Scholarship
1430 North Ridge Drive
Prairie du Sac, WI  53578

Application must be submitted by mail and postmarked by February 28, 2015