SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Seniors are reminded to check the college/university websites for scholarships specific to those universities. Merit scholarships for universities are available in the Fall. Opportunities for these may be included on the admissions application but sometimes require a separate application. Universities offer additional scholarships in the Spring Semester and these are usually specific to program of study.
Good luck with your scholarship search!
Good luck with your scholarship search!
There are several scholarship search engines you can "join" at no charge. We do not endorse these programs.
The Illinois Student Assistance Commission supports a program called College Greenlight which contains some scholarship information. Students can view this at the link below.
The Illinois Student Assistance Commission supports a program called College Greenlight which contains some scholarship information. Students can view this at the link below.
ISAC also has grant programs and loan repayment programs for certain fields. This is worth taking a look at to see if your field may qualify!
Another more localized (Illinois and Missouri) scholarship center is the Scholarship Foundation of St. Louis. In addition to scholarship opportunities, they offer interest free loans to students with financial need. Applications for loans are usually due in mid April.
REMEMBER.....You should NEVER pay money to enter a scholarship contest. These are almost always a scam!
Scholarships with Rolling Deadlines
(Continue to scroll to see scholarships with set deadlines)
(Continue to scroll to see scholarships with set deadlines)
College Board Opportunity Scholarships
Amount: Varying up to $40,000
Criteria: Junior who will graduate in 2024
College Board, the same organization that sponsors the SAT, is offering a scholarship opportunity for juniors across the nation. By completing 6 steps necessary for post-high school planning, you will be entered into a random drawing for a possible scholarship worth $40,000.
Step 1: Build a college list (600 random scholarships valued at $500)
Step 2: Practice for the SAT (1500 scholarships valued at $1000)
Step 3: Improve your SAT Score (150 scholarships valued at $2000)
Step 4: Strengthen your college list (400 scholarships valued at $500)
Step 5: Complete the FAFSA (800 scholarships valued at $1000)
Step 6: Apply to college (500 scholarships valued at $1000)
Complete the Journey: Complete all 6 steps for a chance at a $40,000 Scholarship (25 randomly selected each year!)
Deadline: Each step has its own deadline. The first month for junior eligibility will be January 2023.
For more information and to apply, please visit the link below.
Amount: Varying up to $40,000
Criteria: Junior who will graduate in 2024
College Board, the same organization that sponsors the SAT, is offering a scholarship opportunity for juniors across the nation. By completing 6 steps necessary for post-high school planning, you will be entered into a random drawing for a possible scholarship worth $40,000.
Step 1: Build a college list (600 random scholarships valued at $500)
Step 2: Practice for the SAT (1500 scholarships valued at $1000)
Step 3: Improve your SAT Score (150 scholarships valued at $2000)
Step 4: Strengthen your college list (400 scholarships valued at $500)
Step 5: Complete the FAFSA (800 scholarships valued at $1000)
Step 6: Apply to college (500 scholarships valued at $1000)
Complete the Journey: Complete all 6 steps for a chance at a $40,000 Scholarship (25 randomly selected each year!)
Deadline: Each step has its own deadline. The first month for junior eligibility will be January 2023.
For more information and to apply, please visit the link below.
Freedom Alliance Scholarship Fund
Amount: Varying Amounts
Criteria: Senior who meets one of the following requirements:
The dependent son or daughter of a U.S. Soldier, Sailor, Airman, Guardsman or Marine who has become permanently disabled as a result of an operational mission or training accident.
The dependent son or daughter of a U.S. Soldier, Sailor, Airman, Guardsman or Marine who has been killed in action.
The dependent son or daughter of a U.S. Soldier, Sailor, Airman, Guardsman or Marine who has been classified as a Prisoner of War (POW) or Missing in Action (MIA).
Deadline: Open?
Amount: Varying Amounts
Criteria: Senior who meets one of the following requirements:
The dependent son or daughter of a U.S. Soldier, Sailor, Airman, Guardsman or Marine who has become permanently disabled as a result of an operational mission or training accident.
The dependent son or daughter of a U.S. Soldier, Sailor, Airman, Guardsman or Marine who has been killed in action.
The dependent son or daughter of a U.S. Soldier, Sailor, Airman, Guardsman or Marine who has been classified as a Prisoner of War (POW) or Missing in Action (MIA).
Deadline: Open?
Illinois Gateways to Opportunities Scholarship
Amount: Scholarship covers the cost of tuition dependent upon income level
Criteria: We have been informed that our CM students who successfully completed the ECE course taught by Mrs. Neilson can apply regardless of the criteria below as long as the student is pursing a degree in Early Childhood Education.
Deadline: Applications are accepted year-round; however scholarships are awarded on a first come basis.
Application and additional information available at the link below.
Amount: Scholarship covers the cost of tuition dependent upon income level
Criteria: We have been informed that our CM students who successfully completed the ECE course taught by Mrs. Neilson can apply regardless of the criteria below as long as the student is pursing a degree in Early Childhood Education.
- Educate and care for Illinois children.
- Have been employed at their current center or home for a minimum of one year.
- Have been employed at an ISBE funded PFA program for one full school year.
- Work an average of 15 hours per week or more on a continuous employment basis (includes work and benefit time).
- Meet wage requirements.
- Be a citizen of the United States or legal alien.
- Commit to work in early care and education (ECE) or school-age child care for a period of time, based on scholarship type
Deadline: Applications are accepted year-round; however scholarships are awarded on a first come basis.
Application and additional information available at the link below.
Scholarships with Set Deadlines
Contact Mrs. Zelasko with any questions about the scholarships posted below!
Contact Mrs. Zelasko with any questions about the scholarships posted below!
Check this page often! The majority of scholarships will be available in the spring semester, but there will be a few posted throughout the fall semester.
Lewis and Clark Community College Scholarships
Amount: Varies from $500 per semester up to full tuition and fees
Criteria: Varies
Deadline: March 1, 2023
Lewis and Clark uses and online scholarship format. All scholarships are available at the application link below. To apply, the student will need his/her BlazerNet ID. If a student cannot recall his/her BlazerNet ID, they must contact the Help Desk at 618-468-4357 or helpdesk@lc.edu. Students with dual credit should already have a BlazerNet ID and do not have to officially apply to LCCC.
If you did not take dual credit courses while in high school, you will have to apply to LCCC before you can apply for scholarships. Use the "Apply to LCCC" link below to complete this task before applying for scholarships.
Amount: Varies from $500 per semester up to full tuition and fees
Criteria: Varies
Deadline: March 1, 2023
Lewis and Clark uses and online scholarship format. All scholarships are available at the application link below. To apply, the student will need his/her BlazerNet ID. If a student cannot recall his/her BlazerNet ID, they must contact the Help Desk at 618-468-4357 or helpdesk@lc.edu. Students with dual credit should already have a BlazerNet ID and do not have to officially apply to LCCC.
If you did not take dual credit courses while in high school, you will have to apply to LCCC before you can apply for scholarships. Use the "Apply to LCCC" link below to complete this task before applying for scholarships.
Alton Pride Scholarship
Amount: $500
Criteria: Senior in high school who is a member of or ally for the LGBTQ+ community with a minimum 2.50 GPA
Deadline: January 31, 2023
For more information and application click the link below.
Amount: $500
Criteria: Senior in high school who is a member of or ally for the LGBTQ+ community with a minimum 2.50 GPA
Deadline: January 31, 2023
For more information and application click the link below.
Busey Bank Community Scholarship
Amount: $2,000 per year for up to four years
Criteria: One senior will be chosen from the applicants to represent CM in this competition. Student must have a 3.0 or higher cumulative GPA and must demonstrate positive leadership and character in academic, extra-curricular, and community/religious activities.
Deadline: Application must be turned in to Mrs. Zelasko by January 31, 2023
For more information and application click the link below.
Amount: $2,000 per year for up to four years
Criteria: One senior will be chosen from the applicants to represent CM in this competition. Student must have a 3.0 or higher cumulative GPA and must demonstrate positive leadership and character in academic, extra-curricular, and community/religious activities.
Deadline: Application must be turned in to Mrs. Zelasko by January 31, 2023
For more information and application click the link below.
YWCA Josephine Marley Beckwith Future Leader Scholarship
Amount: Two renewable $1,000 scholarships will be awarded
Criteria: Senior women from Alton, CMHS, Collinsville, EAWR, Edwardsville, Granite City, Highland, Madison, Marquette, Metro-East Lutheran, Roxana, Triad and Venice. Must have 2.5 or higher GPA, and plan to further her education at a 2 or 4 year college.
Deadline: postmarked by February 23, 2023
For more information and application click the link below.
Amount: Two renewable $1,000 scholarships will be awarded
Criteria: Senior women from Alton, CMHS, Collinsville, EAWR, Edwardsville, Granite City, Highland, Madison, Marquette, Metro-East Lutheran, Roxana, Triad and Venice. Must have 2.5 or higher GPA, and plan to further her education at a 2 or 4 year college.
Deadline: postmarked by February 23, 2023
For more information and application click the link below.
Township Officials of Illinois Scholarship
Amount: seven $2,000 scholarships will be awarded
Criteria: A senior graduating from an Illinois high school planning to attend a university/college located in Illinois. Student should have a history of extracurricular activities that demonstrates a willingness to accept leadership or a commitment to civic responsibilities.
Deadline: postmarked by March 1, 2023
For more information and application click the link below.
Amount: seven $2,000 scholarships will be awarded
Criteria: A senior graduating from an Illinois high school planning to attend a university/college located in Illinois. Student should have a history of extracurricular activities that demonstrates a willingness to accept leadership or a commitment to civic responsibilities.
Deadline: postmarked by March 1, 2023
For more information and application click the link below.
Zonta Club of Alton-Wood River Young Women in Public Affairs Award
Amount: $1,000 local winner with the chance to win an additional district or international competition
Criteria: Women (aged 16-19) who show a commitment to the volunteer sector, evidence of volunteer leadership
achievements and a dedication to the advancement of the status of women.
Deadline: postmarked by March 1, 2023
For more information and application click the link below.
Amount: $1,000 local winner with the chance to win an additional district or international competition
Criteria: Women (aged 16-19) who show a commitment to the volunteer sector, evidence of volunteer leadership
achievements and a dedication to the advancement of the status of women.
Deadline: postmarked by March 1, 2023
For more information and application click the link below.
Save Abandoned Babies Foundation Scholarship
Amount: five $1,000 available
Criteria: High school senior in Illinois attending a college or trade school in fall 2023
Deadline: March 1, 2023
For more information and application click the link below.
Amount: five $1,000 available
Criteria: High school senior in Illinois attending a college or trade school in fall 2023
Deadline: March 1, 2023
For more information and application click the link below.
Wood River Refinery Community Advisory Panel Scholarship
Amount: $1,000
Criteria: Awarded to high school seniors from Alton, Bethalto, EAWR, Roxana or Marquette who plan to attend a community college or university following graduation. The scholarship is awarded based on the following criteria: education/career goals, community service/involvement, financial need, and academic performance.
Deadline: postmarked or emailed by March 1, 2023
For more information and application click the link below
Amount: $1,000
Criteria: Awarded to high school seniors from Alton, Bethalto, EAWR, Roxana or Marquette who plan to attend a community college or university following graduation. The scholarship is awarded based on the following criteria: education/career goals, community service/involvement, financial need, and academic performance.
Deadline: postmarked or emailed by March 1, 2023
For more information and application click the link below
Illinois Chemical Education Foundation
Amount: $2,000
Criteria: Senior planning to study chemistry, chemical engineering, environmental engineering or high school chemistry teaching
Deadline: postmarked by March 3, 2023
For more information and application click the link below.
Amount: $2,000
Criteria: Senior planning to study chemistry, chemical engineering, environmental engineering or high school chemistry teaching
Deadline: postmarked by March 3, 2023
For more information and application click the link below.
Vantage Credit Union Quest for Education Scholarship
Amount: ten $1,000 scholarships
Criteria: High school senior who is a member of Vantage Credit Union
Deadline: March 3, 2023
For more information and application click the link below
Amount: ten $1,000 scholarships
Criteria: High school senior who is a member of Vantage Credit Union
Deadline: March 3, 2023
For more information and application click the link below
St. Clair Chapter of Illinois Society of Professional Engineers
Amount: Several $2,000 scholarships available
Criteria: Senior planning to study engineering at an Illinois or Missouri ABET accredited college
Deadline: postmarked by March 10, 2023
For more information and application click the link below.
Amount: Several $2,000 scholarships available
Criteria: Senior planning to study engineering at an Illinois or Missouri ABET accredited college
Deadline: postmarked by March 10, 2023
For more information and application click the link below.
Power for Progress Southwestern Electric Scholarship
Amount: Eleven $1,000 scholarships available
Criteria: Senior planning to attend a college, university or trade school who exemplifies good citizenship. Applicant (or applicant's parents or guardians) must be an active member of Southwestern Electric Cooperative, Inc.
Deadline: postmarked by March 10, 2023
For more information and application click the link below.
Amount: Eleven $1,000 scholarships available
Criteria: Senior planning to attend a college, university or trade school who exemplifies good citizenship. Applicant (or applicant's parents or guardians) must be an active member of Southwestern Electric Cooperative, Inc.
Deadline: postmarked by March 10, 2023
For more information and application click the link below.
Delta Theta Tau Scholarship
Amount: $500
Criteria: Senior with 3.0 GPA who plans to attend college in the fall
Deadline: postmarked by March 13, 2023
For more information and application click the link below.
Amount: $500
Criteria: Senior with 3.0 GPA who plans to attend college in the fall
Deadline: postmarked by March 13, 2023
For more information and application click the link below.
Illinois Sheriffs' Association Scholarship
Amount: two $500 scholarships
Criteria: open to seniors in Madison County planning to enroll full time at a college or university in Illinois.
Deadline: returned to the Madison County Sheriff's Office by March 15, 2023
For more information and application click the link below.
Amount: two $500 scholarships
Criteria: open to seniors in Madison County planning to enroll full time at a college or university in Illinois.
Deadline: returned to the Madison County Sheriff's Office by March 15, 2023
For more information and application click the link below.
Haley Michel Memorial Scholarship
Amount: $1,000
Criteria: CM Senior with 3.0 GPA who plans to attend college in the fall
Deadline: March 24, 2023
For more information and application click the link below.
Amount: $1,000
Criteria: CM Senior with 3.0 GPA who plans to attend college in the fall
Deadline: March 24, 2023
For more information and application click the link below.
N. G. Cowen Scholarship
Amount: unknown
Criteria: Senior planning to attend vocational, trade or apprenticeship programs. Student must reside in Southern Illinois town with population of 10,000 or less and has a GPA of 3.3 or lower
Deadline: March 31, 2022
For more information and application click the link below.
Amount: unknown
Criteria: Senior planning to attend vocational, trade or apprenticeship programs. Student must reside in Southern Illinois town with population of 10,000 or less and has a GPA of 3.3 or lower
Deadline: March 31, 2022
For more information and application click the link below.
Heneghan and Associates Scholarship
Amount: $500
Criteria: High school senior enrolling in either Civil Engineering or Surveying higher education programs.
Deadline: postmarked by March 31, 2023
For more information and application click the link below.
Amount: $500
Criteria: High school senior enrolling in either Civil Engineering or Surveying higher education programs.
Deadline: postmarked by March 31, 2023
For more information and application click the link below.
HB&R Union Contractors Council
Amount: up to 6 $500 scholarships will be awarded for job site tools
Criteria: Senior pursuing a construction related career path which may include construction management, construction technology, civil engineering, architecture, design or any of the trade specialties.
Deadline: Submit before March 31
For more information and application click the link below.
Amount: up to 6 $500 scholarships will be awarded for job site tools
Criteria: Senior pursuing a construction related career path which may include construction management, construction technology, civil engineering, architecture, design or any of the trade specialties.
Deadline: Submit before March 31
For more information and application click the link below.
HB&R Professional Women in Building Scholarship Program
Amount: $500
Criteria: Female under the age of 20 pursuing a construction related career path which may include construction management, construction technology, civil engineering, architecture, design or and of the trade specialties. Must live in Bond, Calhoun, Clinton, Greene, Jersey, Madison, Monroe, Randolph or St. Clair Counties.
Deadline: Submit before March 31
For more information and application click the link below.
Amount: $500
Criteria: Female under the age of 20 pursuing a construction related career path which may include construction management, construction technology, civil engineering, architecture, design or and of the trade specialties. Must live in Bond, Calhoun, Clinton, Greene, Jersey, Madison, Monroe, Randolph or St. Clair Counties.
Deadline: Submit before March 31
For more information and application click the link below.
Varble Orthodontics Educational Scholarship
Amount: $500 will be awarded to a patient from each of the three offices
Criteria: any high school senior who is a past or current patient of Varble Orthodontics in either Jerseyville, Bethalto or Litchfield
Deadline: postmarked or emailed April 1, 2023
For more information and application click the link below.
Amount: $500 will be awarded to a patient from each of the three offices
Criteria: any high school senior who is a past or current patient of Varble Orthodontics in either Jerseyville, Bethalto or Litchfield
Deadline: postmarked or emailed April 1, 2023
For more information and application click the link below.
Golden Apple Scholars of Illinois
Amount: up to $23,000 in tuition assistance and paid summer internships in teaching
Criteria: Illinois high school senior interested in becoming a teacher in Illinois
Deadline: Final deadline April 1, 2023
For more information and application click the link below.
Amount: up to $23,000 in tuition assistance and paid summer internships in teaching
Criteria: Illinois high school senior interested in becoming a teacher in Illinois
Deadline: Final deadline April 1, 2023
For more information and application click the link below.
Springfield Diocesan Council of Catholic Women
Amount: four $1,500 scholarships available
Criteria: Catholic female high school senior who exemplifies SDCCW's mission, values of leadership, faith and service
Deadline: Postmarked by April 1, 2023
For more information and application click the link below.
Amount: four $1,500 scholarships available
Criteria: Catholic female high school senior who exemplifies SDCCW's mission, values of leadership, faith and service
Deadline: Postmarked by April 1, 2023
For more information and application click the link below.
Nancy Bradley Memorial Scholarship
Amount: four $3,750 scholarships available
Criteria: Senior at CMHS with a 2.5 GPA or higher. The awards will be given to an applicant interested in pursuing a career in education, an applicant attending a vocational or trade program, a member of the volleyball team, and a member of the wrestling team. The applicants must be planning to attend a college, university, community college or trade school.
Deadline: Return to Mrs. Zelasko by April 10, 2023
For more information and application click the link below.
Amount: four $3,750 scholarships available
Criteria: Senior at CMHS with a 2.5 GPA or higher. The awards will be given to an applicant interested in pursuing a career in education, an applicant attending a vocational or trade program, a member of the volleyball team, and a member of the wrestling team. The applicants must be planning to attend a college, university, community college or trade school.
Deadline: Return to Mrs. Zelasko by April 10, 2023
For more information and application click the link below.
