February
Deadline
|
Scholarship |
Requirements |
| February 1, 2009 | Joe Helbling Vocational Scholarship (see Career Center Coordinator for application) |
High school senior enrolled in a vocational degree or certificate program at an accredited school. Award amount $1,000. |
| February 1, 2009 | University of Illinois-Dept. of Materials Science & Engineering Scholarship http://www.mse.uiuc.edu | High school senior planning to attend the University of Illinois enrolled in the Materials Science & Engineering program. Not dependent on financial need. |
| February 1, 2009 | Phi Delta Kappa Prospective Educator Scholarship http://www.pdkintl.org | High school senior intending to major in education and ranks in the upper third of their graduating class. Grants range from $500. |
| February 2, 2009 | Beta Sigma Psi Lutheran Alumni Scholarship |
Awarded to a confirmed Lutheran freshman male attending the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign campus in the fall of 2009. Amount $1,000 |
| February 1, 2008 & February 15, 2008 | National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (see Career Center Coordinator for application) |
According to area of study in college(American History, American Government, Political Science, Economics, Nursing, Occupational Therapy). Some require applicant be a descendant of member of NSDAR. Some based on financial need. Amount up to $8,000. |
| February 5, 2008 | McHenry County College Presidential Talent Scholarship (see Career Center Coordinator for application) | High school seniors who have at least a 3.0 GPA and have exhibited talent, experience and interest in academic activities as well as extracurricular activities. Must submit a portfolio. Award 60 credit hours of tuition at MCC. |
| February 10, 2009 | KFC Colonel's Scholars Program http://www.kfcscholars.org |
High school senior enrolling in a public university or college within their state pursuing a bachelor's degree. Minimum GPA of 2.75 and demonstrates financial need. Award up to $5,000 per year, renewable. |
| February 11, 2008 | NFIB Young Entrepreneur Award http://www.nfib.com/yea | High school senior entering accredited 2 or 4 year college, university or vocational/technical institute who demonstrates entrepreneurial spirit and initiative. Any endeavors offered as community service apply such as babysitting, lawn mowing, dog walking. Award amount up to $10,000. |
| February 15, 2009 | AXA Achievement Community Scholarship |
High school senior who plans to enroll full-time in an accredited 2 or 4 year college in the fall 2009. Has demonstrated outstanding achievement in school, community, or work activities. Must be recommended by an unrelated adult. Award $2,000. |
| February 15, 2008 | Rotary Vocational Scholarship (see Career Center Coordinator for application) |
High school senior living in Rotary District 6440 and preparing for a career that requires less than a 4 year degree. Aptitude in chosen field and indications applicant would make a good representative are criteria for selection. Award $1,500. |
Ronald McDonald House Charities Scholarship Program (see Career Center Coordinator for application) |
High school seniors demonstrating financial need. Some are specific to race. Award minumum of $1,000 | |
| National CO-OP Scholarship Program http://www.co-op.edu | High school GPA of 3.5 or better. Must be accepted at one or more of the 10 NCCE Partner colleges or Universities specified. Award up to $30,000. | |
| "At The Heart of America" Agricultural Scholarship http://www.usfarmcredit.com/aboutus/1st/scholarships.asp | High school senior accepted into an agricultural or related curriculum at a university, college or community college. Demonstrate academic acheivement, community and agricultural youth organization involvement. Essays required. Amount $1,000 | |
| Best Buy Scholarship http://www.bestbuy.com/scholarships | High school senior with minimum cum GPA of 2.5 or better. Demonstrate strong commitment to and involvement in volunteer community service. Awards range from $1,500 to $10,000. | |
| Commitment to Agriculture Scholarship Program http://www.monsanto.com | High school senior from a farm family planning to enroll as a full time student in an agriculture related major at an accredited school. Award amount $1,500. | |
| February 22, 2008 | Friends of Volo Bog Scholarship (see Career Center Coordinator for application) | High school senior residing in Lake or McHenry County interested in pursuing an environmental career. Amount $1,000 |
Kathryn G. Hansen Scholarship (see Career Center Coordinator for application) |
High school senior pursuing higher education in an office professional, secretarial, or business-related field within the state of Illinois. Amount $500 | |
| February 27, 2009 | Girls Going Places Entrepreneurship Award Program |
Girls ages 12-18 who have demonstrated initiative to start a new business, have taken steps to financial independence and are making a difference in their community. Essay and recommendation required. Award up to $10,000. |
| February 28, 2009 | U.S. Bank Internet Scholarship Program http://www.usbank.com/studentbanking | Random drawing awarding $1000 scholarships. |
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