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.
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: April 8, 2024
Lewis and Clark uses an online scholarship format. To start, you will need a Lewis and Clark email and password to access the scholarship application. You can access your LC email after you apply to the college or if you are enrolled in a dual credit course through LC. Students must call the HELP desk (618) 468-4357 to retrieve your LC email credentials.
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: April 8, 2024
Lewis and Clark uses an online scholarship format. To start, you will need a Lewis and Clark email and password to access the scholarship application. You can access your LC email after you apply to the college or if you are enrolled in a dual credit course through LC. Students must call the HELP desk (618) 468-4357 to retrieve your LC email credentials.
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.
Delta Theta Tau Scholarship
Amount: $500
Criteria: Senior with 3.0 GPA who plans to attend college in the fall
Deadline: postmarked by March 19, 2024
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 19, 2024
For more information and application click the link below.
Heneghan and Associates Scholarship
Amount: $500
Criteria: High school senior enrolling in either Engineering or Surveying higher education programs.
Deadline: postmarked by March 22, 2024
For more information and application click the link below.
Amount: $500
Criteria: High school senior enrolling in either Engineering or Surveying higher education programs.
Deadline: postmarked by March 22, 2024
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 22, 2024
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 22, 2024
For more information and application click the link below.
1st MidAmerica Credit Union Scholarship
Amount: five $1,000 scholarships available
Criteria: Senior who plans to attend a post-secondary institution. Student must have an account in good standing at 1st MidAmerica.
Deadline: March 29, 2024 (We will be on Spring Break from March 25 - April 1. Make sure you plan ahead to collect any items needed and turn the application in before break if needed.)
For more information and application click the link below.
Amount: five $1,000 scholarships available
Criteria: Senior who plans to attend a post-secondary institution. Student must have an account in good standing at 1st MidAmerica.
Deadline: March 29, 2024 (We will be on Spring Break from March 25 - April 1. Make sure you plan ahead to collect any items needed and turn the application in before break if needed.)
For more information and application click the link below.
Springfield Diocesan Council of Catholic Women Scholarship
Amount: four $2,000 scholarships available
Criteria: Catholic female high school senior who exemplifies SDCCW's mission, values of leadership, faith and service
Deadline: Postmarked by March 30, 2024 (We will be on Spring Break from March 25 - April 1. Make sure you plan ahead to collect any items needed and turn the application in before break if needed.)
For more information and application click the link below.
Amount: four $2,000 scholarships available
Criteria: Catholic female high school senior who exemplifies SDCCW's mission, values of leadership, faith and service
Deadline: Postmarked by March 30, 2024 (We will be on Spring Break from March 25 - April 1. Make sure you plan ahead to collect any items needed and turn the application in before break if needed.)
For more information and application click the link below.
Illinois DCFS Scholarship
Amount: various amounts
Criteria: Senior who meets one of the following DCFS qualifications:
Deadline: March 31, 2024 (We will be on Spring Break from March 25 - April 1. Make sure you plan ahead to collect any items needed and turn the application in before break if needed.)
For more information and application click the link below.
Amount: various amounts
Criteria: Senior who meets one of the following DCFS qualifications:
- The Department has court-ordered legal responsibility for the applicant, or
- The applicant aged out of the Department’s care at age 18 or older, or
- The applicant who was formerly under care has been adopted or placed in private guardianship.
Deadline: March 31, 2024 (We will be on Spring Break from March 25 - April 1. Make sure you plan ahead to collect any items needed and turn the application in before break if needed.)
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 student interested in becoming a teacher in Illinois
Deadline: April 1, 2024
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 student interested in becoming a teacher in Illinois
Deadline: April 1, 2024
For more information and application click the link below.
Melissa Cafazza Memorial Scholarship
Amount: Two $5,000 scholarships available
Criteria: One male and one female senior from CMHS. Applicant must run competitively, an individual of integrity and good citizenship, diligent in their studies and dedicated to the sport of running. Applicant must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher and planning to attend community college, university or trade school as a full time student.
Deadline: April 1, 2024 (We will be on Spring Break from March 25 - April 1. Make sure you plan ahead to collect any items needed and turn the application in before break if needed.)
For more information and application click the link below.
Amount: Two $5,000 scholarships available
Criteria: One male and one female senior from CMHS. Applicant must run competitively, an individual of integrity and good citizenship, diligent in their studies and dedicated to the sport of running. Applicant must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher and planning to attend community college, university or trade school as a full time student.
Deadline: April 1, 2024 (We will be on Spring Break from March 25 - April 1. Make sure you plan ahead to collect any items needed and turn the application in before break if needed.)
For more information and application click the link below.
Midwest Members Credit Union Scholarship
Amount: $1,000
Criteria: Senior with a 3.0 or higher GPA who plans to attend a post secondary institution in fall 2024. Student or their parent must be a member of Midwest Members Credit Union.
Deadline: April 1, 2024 (We will be on Spring Break from March 25 - April 1. Make sure you plan ahead to collect any items needed and turn the application in before break if needed.)
For more information and application click the link below.
Amount: $1,000
Criteria: Senior with a 3.0 or higher GPA who plans to attend a post secondary institution in fall 2024. Student or their parent must be a member of Midwest Members Credit Union.
Deadline: April 1, 2024 (We will be on Spring Break from March 25 - April 1. Make sure you plan ahead to collect any items needed and turn the application in before break if needed.)
For more information and application click the link below.
Bethalto Fine Arts Booster Club Scholarship
Amount: unknown
Criteria: CM senior who is planning to pursue a post-secondary school and major in fine arts. In instances where no applicants plan to major in fine arts, consideration will be given to applicants who have actively participated in the fine arts programs while attending CMHS.
Deadline: Return to Mrs. Zelasko by April 5, 2024
For more information and application click the link below.
Amount: unknown
Criteria: CM senior who is planning to pursue a post-secondary school and major in fine arts. In instances where no applicants plan to major in fine arts, consideration will be given to applicants who have actively participated in the fine arts programs while attending CMHS.
Deadline: Return to Mrs. Zelasko by April 5, 2024
For more information and application click the link below.
Southwestern Illinois School Counselor Association Scholarship
Amount: $500
Criteria: Seniors graduating in 2024 who plan to enroll in a two- or four-year college, trade school, apprenticeship or trade school program. Scholarship is open to seniors whose school counselor is a member of SWISCA (Southwestern Illinois School Counselors Association). CM Counselors are members!
Deadline: April 5, 2024
For more information and application click the link below.
Amount: $500
Criteria: Seniors graduating in 2024 who plan to enroll in a two- or four-year college, trade school, apprenticeship or trade school program. Scholarship is open to seniors whose school counselor is a member of SWISCA (Southwestern Illinois School Counselors Association). CM Counselors are members!
Deadline: April 5, 2024
For more information and application click the link below.
Bethalto Jaycees Barbara Thompson Life Long Educator Award
Amount: $500
Criteria: Any senior who has demonstrated leadership qualities through involvement in high school organizations, community involvement or church work. Student must be of good moral character. Letter of recommendation from a teacher should be included to speak to these qualities.
Deadline: Return to Mrs. Zelasko by April 6, 2024
For more information and application click the link below.
Amount: $500
Criteria: Any senior who has demonstrated leadership qualities through involvement in high school organizations, community involvement or church work. Student must be of good moral character. Letter of recommendation from a teacher should be included to speak to these qualities.
Deadline: Return to Mrs. Zelasko by April 6, 2024
For more information and application click the link below.
St. Elizabeth Health Foundation Scholarship Program
Amount: varies
Criteria: Senior from Madison or St. Clair County planning to major in a health care occupation
Deadline: April 11, 2024
For more information and application click the link below.
Amount: varies
Criteria: Senior from Madison or St. Clair County planning to major in a health care occupation
Deadline: April 11, 2024
For more information and application click the link below.
Bethalto Education Association Future Teacher Scholarship
Amount: $1,000
Criteria: CM Senior who is planning to attend a post-secondary institution and major in education.
Deadline: Return to Mrs. Zelasko before April 12, 2024
For more information and application click the link below.
Amount: $1,000
Criteria: CM Senior who is planning to attend a post-secondary institution and major in education.
Deadline: Return to Mrs. Zelasko before April 12, 2024
For more information and application click the link below.
Wood River Township Kiwanis Club Scholarship
Amount: $2,000
Criteria: Senior from Roxana, Wood River or CMHS that plans to attend a career and technical program or school. Examples of career and technical programs are listed on the application.
Deadline: Postmarked by April 15, 2024
For more information and application click the link below.
Amount: $2,000
Criteria: Senior from Roxana, Wood River or CMHS that plans to attend a career and technical program or school. Examples of career and technical programs are listed on the application.
Deadline: Postmarked by April 15, 2024
For more information and application click the link below.
Liberty Bank Scholarship
Amount: $1,000 renewable for up to four years
Criteria: Graduating senior with a 3.0 GPA who demonstrates positive leadership and character traits
Deadline: Return to Mrs. Zelasko before April 15, 2024
For more information and application click the link below.
Amount: $1,000 renewable for up to four years
Criteria: Graduating senior with a 3.0 GPA who demonstrates positive leadership and character traits
Deadline: Return to Mrs. Zelasko before April 15, 2024
For more information and application click the link below.
The I in RISE Suicide Prevention Squad Scholarship
Amount: Two $1750 scholarships available
Criteria: Graduating senior who demonstrates characteristics in the following areas: Respect, Intent, Self-Control and Excellence. This is for the student who puts the I in RISE. Scholarship can be applied to trade school, or 2-year or 4-year colleges.
Deadline: Return to Mrs. Zelasko before April 15, 2024
For more information and application click the link below.
Amount: Two $1750 scholarships available
Criteria: Graduating senior who demonstrates characteristics in the following areas: Respect, Intent, Self-Control and Excellence. This is for the student who puts the I in RISE. Scholarship can be applied to trade school, or 2-year or 4-year colleges.
Deadline: Return to Mrs. Zelasko before April 15, 2024
For more information and application click the link below.
Ashley Brown Scholarship
Amount: $500
Criteria: CMHS senior with a satisfactory academic record. The applicant must show leadership in academic and extracurricular activities and community service.
Deadline: Postmarked by April 19, 2024
For more information and application click the link below.
Amount: $500
Criteria: CMHS senior with a satisfactory academic record. The applicant must show leadership in academic and extracurricular activities and community service.
Deadline: Postmarked by April 19, 2024
For more information and application click the link below.
Jeff Kallal Memorial Scholarship
Amount: $500
Criteria: CMHS senior basketball player with an emphasis on academics.
Deadline: Return to Mrs. Zelasko before April 26, 2024
For more information and application click the link below.
Amount: $500
Criteria: CMHS senior basketball player with an emphasis on academics.
Deadline: Return to Mrs. Zelasko before April 26, 2024
For more information and application click the link below.
Revity Credit Union Scholarship
Amount: Five $2,000 scholarships are available
Criteria: Graduating seniors who are members of Revity Credit Unions
Deadline: May 1, 2024
For more information and application click the link below.
Amount: Five $2,000 scholarships are available
Criteria: Graduating seniors who are members of Revity Credit Unions
Deadline: May 1, 2024
For more information and application click the link below.
Kids Chance of Illinois
Amount: unknown
Criteria: Kids’ Chance of America was founded to assist children whose family has been affected by a serious or fatal workplace injury. Kids’ Chance Inc. of Illinois carries on that mission to students in Illinois by seeking out children with a parent who suffered a serious or fatal work injury.
Deadline: May 31, 2024
For more information and application click the link below.
Amount: unknown
Criteria: Kids’ Chance of America was founded to assist children whose family has been affected by a serious or fatal workplace injury. Kids’ Chance Inc. of Illinois carries on that mission to students in Illinois by seeking out children with a parent who suffered a serious or fatal work injury.
Deadline: May 31, 2024
For more information and application click the link below.