Be sure to always check with the financial aid office at your college of choice for any scholarships or funding that may be available to you.  Click on the websites listed below for direct access to their financial aid/scholarship pages:

Eastern Kentucky University   www.scholarships.eku.edu/awards
Northern Kentucky University   www.nku.edu/~ofa
Thomas More College  www.thomasmore.edu  
University of Kentucky  www.uky.edu/AcademicScholarships
University of Louisville  www.louisville.edu/student/services/fin-aid
Western Kentucky University      
                          www.wku.edu/Info/Admissions/freshmenscholarship.htm
University of Cincinnati  www.financialaid.uc.edu
Xavier University  www.xu.edu/undergraduate_admission
Gateway Community and Technical College
                          www.gateway.kctcs.edu/new/financialaid/financialaid.htm
Cincinnati State Technical and Community College
                          www.cincinnatistate.edu/currentstudent/financialaid

Reserve Training Officer Corps  -  ROTC

Army - www.armyrotc.com
Air Force - www.afrotc.com
Naval  -  www.nrotc.navy.mil

All scholarships are announced to students during homeroom. Pick up more information and applications in the file bins outside the counselors' offices or pull up the information and application online.   

• Watch those deadlines!
• Give the counselors at least 3 days to prepare your transcript
• Give at least 2 weeks for teachers or counselors to prepare a letter of recommendation.  Letter of recommendation forms are in the file bins.

National Co-op Scholarship Program
-Open to seniors
-200 merit scholarships totaling $5,000,000
-Available through University of Cincinnati & 9 other colleges
-Minimum 3.5 GPA
-Early applications highly encouraged
-Deadline: February 15, 2009
www.co-op.edu

Enterprise Rent-A-Car Company
Community of One Scholarship
-Open to seniors
-Local scholarship
-Value: $500
-Demonstrated excellence in the areas of community involvement & leadership
-3.0 GPA
-Deadline: March 1, 2009

Toyota Community Scholars
-Open to seniors
-Value: $10,000-$20,000
-3.0 GPA or better
-The distinguishing characteristic will be the overall impact of the student's contribution in the area of community service
-SHDHS may choose one nominee
-Deadline: November 17, 2008 to Mrs. Daugherty

Lexmark Academic Scholarship Program
-Seniors
-Must be a dependent of US Lexmark employees
-Deadline:  February 1, 2009
-See Mrs. Daugherty for application

Passion for Fashion Competition
The Art Institutes schools
-Seniors
-Award: Fashion scholarship to one of The Art Institutes schools, trip to New York City's Fashion Week, and meet & greet at Seventeen magazine
-Enter in one of two categories: 1) Fashion Design, or 2) Fashion Marketing and Merchandising and Retail Management
Deadline: November 21, 2008
www.artinstitutes.edu/passionforfashion

U.S. Bank Student Banking Division
-Open to seniors
-Value: Thirty $1,000 scholarships
-Open to students attending a two- or four-year college full time
-Scholarship award recipients are selected through a random drawing process
-Deadline: February 28, 2009
www.usbank.com/studentbanking
 

Olive Garden Pasta Tales Essay Contest
-Open to all students
-Value: Grand prize trip to New York City, and $2,500 savings bond, other prizes $500 savings bond and dinner at Olive Garden
-Write 50-250 word essay on “How would you use the internet to change your community?”
-Deadline:  December 5, 2008
www.olivegarden.com/company/community/pasta_tales.asp

College and Beyond Scholarship
-Open to juniors and seniors
-Value: Four $500 scholarships
-Have a parent and/or students attend a free College and Beyond sponsored seminar held locally at various locations, times and dates in October and November
-500 word essay, 3.0 GPA,  minimum 21 ACT, community service
-Deadline:  March 31, 2009
www.collegeandbeyondllc.com

Scholarships for those effected by cancer and their families
The following two websites have numerous scholarship opportunities for students who have/had cancer, siblings of cancer victims, children of parents with cancer
www.finaid.org/scholarships/cancer.phtml
www.acor.org/ped-onc/scholarships/

University of Cincinnati College of Applied Science
CAS Technology Scholar
-Open to seniors
-Value: $2,000 scholarship (added to all other offers)
-Merit based, extra-curricular activities
-Deadline:  February 1, 2009
www.uc.edu/cas

Kentucky All "A" Classic Scholarship
-Open to seniors
-Value: Minimum 12 scholarships @ $1,000 each (during the '07-'08 school year $53,000 was awarded)
-Based on GPA, ACT scores, extra curricular activities, essay
-Deadline: December 5, 2008
-www.allaclassic.org

Coca-Cola Scholars Program Scholarship
-Open to seniors planning to attend a four-year college
-Rewards leadership and excellence as exemplified through academic achievement and extracurricular activities, including commitment to community service
-Value: 50 - $20,000 scholarships and 200 - $10,000 scholarships
-Deadline: October 31, 2008
-Coca-Cola Enterprises also offers the Johnston Legacy Scholars Program for seniors who have a parent employed by Coca-Cola
www.coca-colascholars.org   (Must apply online)

AXA Achievement Scholarship
 -Open to seniors
 -Value: $670,000 in scholarships to high school students at national and local levels
 -Demonstrate: ambition and drive, determination to set & reach goals, respect for self, family & community, ability to succeed in college
 -Deadline: December 15, 2008
 -www.axa-achievement.com

UPS Earn & Learn Program
-Open to seniors
-Available at most colleges in the Louisville vicinity
-Various degrees of tuition reimbursement up to 100%
-Loan assistance and other employee benefits
-Part-time positions
www.upsjobs.com

Fireside Catholic Publishing Essay Contest
-Open to seniors
-Value: Five scholarships at $1,000 each
-750 word essay "How is your religious education influencing your life?"
-SHDHS nominates one senior
-Submit essay to Mrs. Daugherty by December 1, 2008

NFIB Young Enterpreneur Award
-Seniors
-Value: 400 graduating seniors will receive $1,000
-Apply between Oct. 15-Dec. 15, 2008
-For budding entrepreneurs or those who have dreams of starting your own business
-An officially established business is not a requirement
-Deadline:  Dec. 15, 2008
www.NFIB.com/YEA

Kentucky Tuition Waiver Program
-Open to seniors
-Pertain to Adopted and Foster Children, Dependents of Deceased/Disabled Employees Participating in State-Administered Retirement Systems, Dependents of Deceased/Disabled Law Enforcement Officers and Firefighters, Dependents of Deceased or Totally Disabled Kentucky Veterans
-http://www.gohigherky.org/FinAid/overview/waivers_.asp

Thomas More College Parochial Promise
-Minimum $10,000 awarded each year for four years to all students graduating from SHDHS
-You may also apply for departmental awards valued from $200-$5,000
-KEES scholarship money is not included, but in addition to the Parochial Promise
-Call Billy Sarge, Admissions rep at 344-3332 for more information

City of Florence Student Ambassador Program
-Open to all students who are a resident of Florence
-Represent the city through community service opportunities and at local social and civic programs
-High school senior ambassadors will receive a $500 scholarship
-Deadline:  September 25, 2008

Promote Your School Scholarship
-Open to juniors
-Value: $500 and a photo shoot with student and St. Henry school for KHEAA and Student Loan People books and publications
-200 word essay on why St. Henry is the best school in the state
-Deadline:  November 1, 2008
-www.kheaa.com

Prudential Spirit of Community Awards
-Open to all students
-Value: $1,000 State Award and an all expense paid trip to Washington, DC
-Based solely on the basis of volunteer work in your community
-Has engaged in a volunteer activity that occurred at least in part after 9/1/2007
-Must apply online, print out paperwork to give to Mrs. Daugherty
-SHDHS nominates one student
-Deadline: October 31, 2008
www.prudential.com/spirit  (access key spirit)

Florence Rotary Essay Contest
-Seniors
-Local contest
-Value: $1,000
-500-600 word essay on topic "The Connection Between Freedom and Voting"
-SHDHS nominates one student
-Return application and essay to Mrs. Daugherty by Sept. 18, 2008

Horatio Alger Association Scholarship
-Seniors
-Value:  (2008 - 8 scholarships given in KY valued at $5,000 each)
-Intend to pursue a bachelor's degree
-Financial need ($50,000 or less adj. gross income)
-Involvement in co-curricular & community activities
-Minimum 2.0 GPA
-Deadline: October 30, 2008
www.horatioalger.org/scholarships  (Must apply online)

Wendy's High School Heisman Award Program
-Open to seniors
-Value: varies depending on progression in competition
-Criteria: "B" average, participate in at least one sport, role model for underclassmen
-First 36,000 students to complete the online application will win a Wendy's Gift Card in amounts ranging from $5 to $50
-Program will choose one male and one female from each high school to continue in competition
-Deadline:  October 1, 2008
www.wendysheisman.com

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Greater Cincinnati Chapter of the American Council of the Blind
-Open to seniors
-Value: Not listed
-Must be legally blind and accepted to attend school in the fall
-Call Judy Rudig, VP of the Greater Cincinnati Chapter of the American Council of the Blind  513-251-8108

Balanced Man Scholarship
Sponsored by Sigma Phi Epsilon Fraternity
-Open to males attending Northern Kentucky University in the fall
-Value:  One $1,000 scholarship, two $500 scholarships
-For students who embody the principles of the Balanced Man, by striving to achieve balance, all-around excellence as is essential in achieving a satisfying college experience and life
-Deadline:  June 1, 2008
www.balancedmanscholarship.com

Toyota Car Control Challenge
-Open to all drivers at least 16 years old, contest only available to students  in Greater Cincinnati, Northern Kentucky and Indiana
-Value:  $1,000 for Category Champions.  Grand Champion wins $10,000 and a Toyota Matrix
-800 word essay on the importance of attitude in safe driving, 50-question knowledge test on the rules of the road, and an in-car demonstration of your accident avoidance skills
-SHDHS has a DVD or a booklet you can sign-out to review safe driving techniques
-Summer long competition deadline:  August 30, 2008
www.toyotacarcontrolchallenge.com

Bill of Rights Essay Contest
Sponsored by the National Foundation of Women Legislators
-Open to junior and senior female
-Value:  $3,000 scholarship and an all expense paid trip to Washington DC for the NFWL Annual Conference in November 2008
-Write a 400-600 word essay on the topic “The Great Enfranchisement: Women’s Suffrage” from the 1890’2-1920
-Deadline:  August 19, 2008
www.womenlegislators.org

The Goldman Sachs Foundation Prizes for Excellence in International Education
-Open to all high school students
-Five $10,000 winners and trips to New York City
-Demonstrate an understanding of international affairs and the global economy
-Select a problem that affects both your local community and a community in another country
-Create a written, audio, video, or animated feature that compares the two communities
-Deadline: June 12, 2008
http://askasia.org/students/gsfprizes.html

Boone County Junior Chamber Youth Scholarship
-Open to seniors
-Local scholarship
-Value: Two $500.00 scholarships
-Must live in Boone County
-Extra-curricular activities, community involvement, and/or local, state, or student government activities
-Deadline: May 23, 2008

Purdue Club of Cincinnati
-Value:  Two $2,000 scholarships from the tri-state area
-SAT of at least 1100 or an equivalent ACT
-Rank in the top 25%
-Scholastic, extracurricular and/or volunteer activities and achievements
-Deadline:  April 15, 2008
-http://www.purduealum.org/cincinnati

Mary Evelyn Klingenberg Teacher Scholarship
-Open to seniors
-School scholarship
-Value $500
-Must be pursuing a degree in Education
-One essay question
-Deadline: April 29, 2008

Presidents Volunteer Service Awards
-All eligible students will receive award certificates and pins
-Must have at least 100 hours of service in a 12 month period
-Service that does not count: Paid or stipend service, lobbying, religious instruction, conducting worship services, proselytizing, serving only a family member
-Service period for school submission: April 1, 2007-March 31, 2008
-Deadline: April 7, 2008

Erlanger Lions Club Scholarship
-Open to seniors
-Local scholarship
-Value: Up to two $4,000 scholarships given to SHDHS seniors
-Based on financial need and ability to succeed in college
-Preference given to those attending KY colleges and handicapped students
-Deadline: April 23, 2008
 

Victoria Kyle Scholarship for the Continuation of the Study of Latin
-Open to seniors
-Value: $100.00
-Student take a  Latin, Western Civilization, Classical Humanities, Greek Language or Ancient Philosophy course at the collegiate level
-Must be enrolled in AP Latin and have a GPA of 2.8 in Latin and total 3.0 GPA in all courses
-Deadline:  April 22, 2008
-See Mrs. Kyle for an application

AMVETS National Scholarship Program
-Open to seniors
-Value $4,000
-Criteria: GPA 3.0, must demonstrate academic promise and financial need
-Must be the child or grandchild of a US veteran who is an AMVETS member, or if deceased, would have been eligible for AMVETS membership
-Deadline:  April 15, 2008
www.amvets.org Search words: College Scholarship

University of Kentucky
Farmhouse Fraternity Scholarship
-Open to senior males
-Value $500
-Leadership, extracurricular activities, short essay
-Deadline: May 19, 2008
www.kyfarmhouse.com
 

University of Louisville Northern KY Alumni Club
Dane Wagge Scholarship
-Open to seniors
-Value: $500 - 1,000
-Criteria:  3.0 GPA or higher, minimum ACT 20
-Deadline:  May 2, 2008

Better Business Bureau Students of Integrity Scholarship
-Open to juniors only
-Local scholarship
-Value: Five awards at $1,000 each
-Essay of 1,000 words or less
-Financial aid and GPA are not considered
-Deadline: May 19, 2008
www.cincinnati.bbb.org/student

U. S. Army Major Samuel Woodfill Cincinnati Chapter Scholarship
-Open to seniors who’s parents are Active, Reserve, or National Guard
-Value:  $1,000
-Priority will be given to children of fallen, wounded, or soldiers who served or are serving in the Global War on Terror in Iraq and Afghanistan
-Deadline:  May 1, 2008
www.ausa.org/cincinnati

SHDHS Boosters Scholarship
-Open to seniors
-School scholarship
-Value: Two $500 scholarship (for one female and one male)
-Minimum 2.5
-Must have participated on at least one SHDHS sport's team during high school
-Deadline: April 25, 2008

Delta Kappa Gamma Society-Zeta Chapter Grant
-Open to senior girls
-Value: $400
-Must be entering the field of education
-Deadline: April, 25, 2008

Bluegrass Indo-American Civic Society
-Open to seniors
-Value:  Nine $1,000 scholarships
-Must be a full-time resident of Kentucky
-Based on academic excellence, financial need, extra-curricular activities including employment, demonstrated potential for successful completion of higher education
-Deadline:  April 15
http://www.biacs.org/

2008 Congressional Art Competition – An Artistic Discovery
-Open to all high school students
-Value: Three district awards, winning artwork displayed in our nation’s Capitol in Washington DC, first place winner receives three airline tickets to the ribbon cutting ceremony and an art school scholarship
-Categories:  painting, drawing, collage, prints, mixed media, computer generated art, photography
-Deadline:  April 11, 2008
Review rules carefully at www.GeoffDavis.house.gov

Scott Christian Memorial Soccer Scholarship
-Open to seniors
-Value $2,000 (two given-one female and one male applicant)
-Must have the intention of competing at the college level-Residents of Boone, Kenton, Campbell, Grant & Owen counties
-Deadline:  March 31, 2008
www.scottchristiansoccer.net

Notre Dame Club of Greater Cincinnati Scholarship
-Open to seniors
-Value: $500 to $4,500 renewable
-Must be attending the University of Notre Dame in the fall
-Selection based on academic achievement, extracurricular activities (including employment), leadership and character
-Deadline: April 6, 2008
www.ndcincinnati.com

Kenton County Democratic Club
-Open to seniors
-Value: two $500.00 each – one male and one female
-2.5 GPA and an interest in politics
-Must be a resident of Kenton County and parents registered Democrats
-Deadline:  April 7, 2008

Key Bank Take 5 Scholarship
-Open to all students
-$5,000 a month given away from Feb. to June
www.Key.com/Take5

Boone County Democratic Party Scholarship
-Open to seniors
-Local scholarship
-Value: $250
-Minimum GPA 3.0
-Student must be interested in being involved in politics
-Parents must be registered Democrats
-Deadline: April 7, 2008

Denise Fleck Memorial Scholarship Fund at
The Community Foundation of Louisville
-Open to seniors
-GPA 2.5 or higher
-Applicants must be actively involved with tobacco prevention programs or activities
-Financial need considered/not required
-Deadline: March 15, 2008
www.cflouisville.org

Boone County Extension Homemakers Scholarship
Mary Hood Lutes Extension Homemakers Scholarship
-Open to seniors
-Local scholarship
-Value: $1,000
-Must be a resident of Boone County or have a parent/grandparent member of the Homemakers
-Deadline: April 1, 2008

Florence Rotary Club Speech Contest
-Open to all high school students
-Value:  $1,000 cash prize
-Must give a 5-8 minute speech without notes on the topic “Rotary Shares”
-Deadline:  March 14, 2008

Kentucky High School Athletic Directors & Coaches/Balfour Company Scholarship
-Open to high school seniors
-Value:  $1,000 to one male and one female
-Athletic achievement, academic achievement, school and community service considered
-Deadline:  March 15, 2008

Yearlings Scholarship
-Open to seniors
-Local scholarship
-Value: Two $500 scholarships to Northern Kentucky students
-Proven commitment to volunteering
-Deadline: March 5, 2008
www.theyearlings.org

Cincinnati Scholarship Foundation
-Open to seniors
-Local scholarship
-Value: Various
-CSF administers approx. 80 different scholarship funds
-Scholarships are considered "last dollar" funds to cover the unmet need after federal, state, and campus-based aid has been awarded
-Must complete FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) form
-Supplemental letter and recommendations are welcome
-Deadline: April 30, 2008
www.cincinnatischolarshipfoundation.org

Thomas More College
James F. Bertsch Memorial Scholarship
-Open to seniors
-Value: $2,500
-Minimum 3.0 GPA, extracurricular activities, volunteerism, demonstrated leadership, essay
-Special consideration to students with an interest and potential in math or physics
-Deadline: May 1, 2008
 

Firefighter Incentive for Recruitment and Education
Scholarship offered by Point Pleasant Fire Protection District
-Open to seniors
-Value: Full tuition
-Scholarship recipients commit to service as a firefighter while actively pursuing a degree of their choice
-Live in the Northern Kentucky area
-Deadline: None listed - scholarships offered as positions become available.  Call Point Pleasant for more information

Kentucky Higher Education Assistance Authority
Teacher Scholarship
-Go to www.kheaa.com to review levels of scholarship funding for freshmen/sophomores, and juniors/seniors, requirements after attaining a degree, and repayment rules if a students changes his/her major
-Scholarship also depends on state funding approval
-Deadline: May 1, 2008

Ohio Cooperative Education Association Scholarship
-Open to seniors
-Value:  $1,000
-Consider cooping in college, gain practical work experience related to your academic major and earn money to help pay for college
-Only certain colleges participating including NKU, UC, UD, Cincinnati State Tech & Comm. College and 25 other institutions
-Deadline:  March 24, 2008

Insight Communications Scholarship
-Open to seniors
-Local scholarship
-Value: ten $1,000 scholarships
-Must attend:
Northern Kentucky University
Thomas More College
Gateway Community & Technical College
-Deadline: April 7, 2008

The Robert Krohman Memorial Scholarship
-Open to seniors studying engineering, construction management, solid waste management or public administration
-Value: $1,000
-250-500 word essay, extracurricular activities or employment
-Local scholarship
-Deadline: March 14, 2008
 

City of Erlanger Scholarship
-Open to seniors
-Local scholarship
-Value: $1,500
-Must be a resident of Erlanger
-Minimum 2.0 GPA
-Must have actively participated in at least one Community Involvement Activity over the past school year
-Deadline: March 14, 2008

Boone County Solid Waste Eco-Topic Essay Contest
-Open to all high school students
-Value:  1^st place – laptop computer, 2^nd place - $100, 3^rd place - $50
-600-900 word essay
-Deadline:  February 14, 2008

Heritage Bank Scholarship
-Open to seniors
-Local scholarship
-Value: Two $1,000 scholarships
-Minimum 3.0 GPA, community service, strong work ethic, high person values & character traits
-SHDHS may nominate one student
-Deadline: March 3, 2008
 

Florence Rotary Scholarship
-Open to seniors
-Local scholarship
-Value: Two $2,000 scholarships awarded
-Minimum 3.0 GPA, community service, leadership experience
-SHDHS may nominate one student
-Deadline: February 25, 2008

Northern Kentucky Chapter of the Kentucky Society of Professional Engineers Scholarship
-Open to seniors
-Local scholarship
-Value: $4,000
-3.6 GPA or higher, ACT scores of 29 in Math & English
-Essay required
-Deadline: March 1, 2008

Apprenticeship Program
MAG Cincinnati and MAG Maintenance Technologies
Cincinnati Machine, LLC
-Open to seniors
-Value:  100% company paid tuition at Gateway Community and Technical College, progressive wage increases, on-the-job training
-These companies provide production machinery and related support services to global aerospace, heavy equipment, energy and general machining markets.
-Apprenticeship opportunities as Assembly Technician, Electrical Technician, Run-Off Technician
-Pay is progressive, starting at $12.30 per hour up to $20.50 per hour upon completion
-Information session:  April 16, 2008   6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.
-Application deadline:  June 6, 2008
-Call Melodie Shrontz at 859-534-4577 for more info
-Pick up a brochure from Mrs. Daugherty on the apprenticeship program

Best Buy Scholarship
-Open to seniors
-1700 scholarships valued $1,000 - $10,000
-Demonstrate commitment to and involvement in volunteer community service
-Plan to enroll full-time in a 2 or 4 year college or vocational program
-Deadline: February 15, 2008
www.bestbuy.com/scholarships
 

American Jewish Committee Simon Lazarus, Jr. Human Relations Award
-Open to juniors and seniors
-Have demonstrated one of the following:

• Act to reduce prejudice & promote cultural diversity
• act to break down barriers between individuals or groups
• help the economically, educationally, physically, or socially disadvantaged
• lead others with involvement in addressing social problems

Boone County Conservation District Scholarship
-W. Robert Ellis Scholarship for those attending a KY college, value $1,000
-George Crafton Memorial Scholarship, value $1,000
-Natural resource conservation, forestry, soil science, ecology, wildlife science or agriculture
-Deadline: January 25, 2008
-Contact Sally Aaron at Boone County Conservation District for more details 859-586-7903

Northern Kentucky/Greater Cincinnati Chapter of the University of Kentucky Alumni Club Scholarship
-Value: One 4-year $10,000 award, two or more $2,500 one time awards
-Minimum ACT 28 or SAT 1240 and minimum 3.30 GPA
-Complete an application with the UK Office of Academic Scholarships
-Deadline:  January 15, 2008
www.uky.edu/academicscholarships

Scholar Athlete Milk Mustache of the Year (SAMMY) Awards Program
-Open to seniors
-Value: 25 scholarships at $7,500 each, an awards weekend at Disney World Complex, milk mustache photo ads
Judged on academic performance, athletic excellence, leadership, community service and milk experience
-Deadline: March 7, 2008
Apply online only at www.sammy.bodybymilk.com

KFC Colonel's Scholars Program
-Open to seniors
-Value: Up to $5,000 per year
-2.75 Cum GPA or higher
-Pursue a bachelor's degree at a public institution in Kentucky
-Parents must complete the FAFSA form
-Apply online Jan. 1 - Feb. 15, 2008
www.kfcscholars.org

Northern Kentucky High School Cheerleading Coaches' Assn.
-Open to seniors
-Value: Varies
-Must participate in Feb. 23 competition
-Academics, extra-curricular activities, financial aid, 2 essays considered
-Deadline:  January 10, 2008
www.nkycheer.com

Xavier University, Cincinnati, OH
Ann and Mary Summers Nursing Fellowship
-Value:  $15,000 per year/renewed three more years
-Must be a resident of Boone, Kenton or Campbell Co.
-Demonstrate high academic achievement, character & leadership, and have financial need
-Document a commitment to volunteerism
-Admitted to Xavier University Nursing Program
-Deadline:  February 15, 2008
www.xavier.edu/nursing

St. Elizabeth Medical Center Nursing Scholarship
-Open to seniors
-Local scholarship
-Value: Up to $2,500 per semester for tuition at college of your choice
-In return a commitment to work at St. E's for two-years full time as a Registered Nurse upon graduation is required
-Must have 2 of the following: Minimum 20 ACT, 3.0 GPA, or top 25% of class
-Essay is required
-Deadline: March 14, 2008

Discover Scholarship Program
-Open to juniors
-Value: Various state and national awards
-Cumulative GPA 2.75
-Demonstrates leadership, community service and/or has faced a significant roadblock or challenge
-Deadline: January 31, 2008
www.discoverfinancial.com/community

Robert C. Byrd Honors Scholarship
-Open to seniors - St. Henry may nominate 3 students
-Value $1,500 per year for four years
-ACT of 23 or higher, or SAT of 2060 or higher
-3.5 GPA
-Resident of Kentucky
-Pick up website and other pertinent information from the file bins
-Deadline: February 1, 2008
www.kheaa.com sign in to Zip Access for application

Susan G. Komen for the Cure College Scholarship Award Program
-Open to seniors
-Value: $10,000/year for 4-years
-Available to students who have lost a parent to breast cancer
-Deadline: February 1, 2008
-Google: Susan G. Komen College Scholarships or see Mrs. Daugherty

The Community Foundation of Louisville
-Open to seniors
-Over 600 scholarships given out in 2006-07, St. Henry students would be eligible for a few
-Deadlines vary-Use the profile matching form to refine the list of available scholarships and view only those matching your specifications
www.cflouisville.org  Go to Grants and Scholarships section

Wal-Mart Stores Scholarships
-Open to seniors
-Value: $1,000 - $2,000 awards
-Minimum 2.5 GPA, based on a combination of financial need, academic record, extracurricular activities, community involvement, and work experience
-May not be a Wal-Mart Stores or Sam's Club employee or child of employee
-Deadline: January 14, 2008
(Scholarship opportunities for Associates and Children of Associates of Wal-Mart Stores are also available through www.walmartfoundation.org)

Kentucky Farm Bureau Education Foundation Scholarship
-Open to seniors
-Value: 54 scholarships will be awarded
-3.5 GPA OR minimum 23 ACT
-Be the child of a Kentucky Farm Bureau member family
-The student does not have to be from a farm family
-Work experience, extra-curricular activities, and an essay are considered
-Deadline: February 28, 2008
www.kyfb.com and click on "Organization"
 

The Art Institutes Best Teen Chef Competition
-Seniors
-Value:  Full or partial tuition scholarship to The Art Institutes Culinary Program
-250 word essay and submission of your favorite recipe
-Deadline:  February 8, 2008
www.artinstitutes.edu/btc
 

Toyota Summer 2008 Exchange Scholarship Program
-Open to students who will be 15-18 years old at departure
-Nine fully funded scholarships to travel to Brazil, Japan, or Germany for 6 weeks
-Must be a TMMK or TMMNA employee's dependent or attend high school in Kentucky
-Minimum 2.0 GPA
-Enthusiasm to discover the world
-Deadline: varies for attending program-see website
-Scholarship deadline December 4, 2007
-For information: www.YFU-USA.org or contact Jana Martin Kemp at
jana.m.kemp@tema.toyota.com

American Cancer Society
-Open to seniors
-Value: not stated
-Student must have had a diagnosis of cancer before age 21
-Student must be under the age of 25 at time of application
-GPA of at least 2.5
-See Mrs. Daugherty for application
-Deadline: February 1, 2008

Murray State University, Murray, KY
Commonwealth Honors Academy  June 7-29, 2008
-Open to juniors
-No cost to students
-Three week program of academic and personal growth
-3.5 GPA, approximately 25 ACT, community involvement, teacher recommendations
-If ACT has not already been taken, then taking the December 9th ACT test is recommended
-Participants receive six hours of university studies credit, opportunity to take three hours of tuition-free Murray State University courses during your senior year, awarded a four-year renewable housing/leadership scholarship at Murray
-Deadline:  March 1, 2008
www.murraystate.edu/cha

Hoxworth Blood Center Scholarship
-Open to seniors
-Value: Six scholarships up to $1,000 each
-250 to 300 word essay on the topic: "The Value of Blood Donation as a Personal and Community Responsibility."
-Other considerations: Community service with emphasis on involvement in the community blood program, school related activities, and academics - minimum 2.5 GPA
-Deadline: March 28, 2008
www.hoxworth.org
 

Christ College of Nursing and Health Sciences
-Seniors
-Local awards
-Available to all that apply: Tuition Benefit Agreement
-Commitment to work 3 years with a Health Alliance Hospital and receive up to $20,000 toward tuition
-Call 513-585-2401 for more information

(Check with St. Luke Hospital and St. Elizabeth Hospital on these types of awards also)

McKelvey Foundation Entrepreneurial Scholarship
-Open to seniors
-Value: 100 scholarships up to $10,000 (total of $40,000)
-Own business for one year, can be a non-profit business
-Have at least one employee, even if part-time
-Deadline: January 15, 2008
www.mckelveyfoundation.org

Northern Kentucky University
Department of Theatre and Dance
-Scholarship Auditions and Interviews
-Open to students considering majoring in theatre which includes: acting, dance, technical design, management, playwriting or musical theatre
-To be held December 1, 2007  12:00 p.m. (sign-up begins at 11:00 a.m.) in the Strauss Theatre
-Deadline for submission of applications:  Nov. 19, 2007
www.nku.edu click on academics, theatre and dance, then scholarship form

Elks Most Valuable Student Scholarship
-Open to seniors
-Local awards
-Value: 500 awards $4,000-$60,000
-Based on academics, leadership and financial need
-Drop off application at Florence Elks Lodge 314, Attn: Flora Spille-Lankheit,
7704 Dixie Highway, Florence  Fri. evenings 5:30-8:30.
-Deadline: January 11, 2008
www.elks.org/enf/scholars.
 

Burger King Scholars Program
-Open to seniors
-Value: 700 scholarships awarded at $1,000 each
-Work part-time an average of 15 hours per week, 40 weeks per year
-Maintain a cumulative avg. 2.5 GPA or higher
-Community service and/or extra curricular activities, demonstrate financial need
-Must apply online
-Deadline: Feb. 12, 2008
www.bk.com/scholars     Use access key:  BKS

Thomas More College Chancellor Scholarships
James Graham Brown Honors Scholarships
-Open to seniors
-Value: Full Tuition
-One St. Henry senior will be awarded a Chancellor Scholarship
-Applicants must must also submit an admissions application by Jan. 21
-Minimum GPA of 3.7
-Minimum ACT 28 or SAT 1260
-Essay required & letters of recommendations
-Pick up application from Mrs. Daugherty or email Dr. Ray Hebert at TMC at raymond.hebert@thomasmore.edu
-Deadline: January 21, 2008

Redesign Your School Contest
-Open to students in grades 9-12
-Value: up to $10,000 scholarship
-Work as an individual or teams of two
-Refurbish buildings?  High-tech performance? Environmentally friendly materials?
-Design could be a Power Point presentation, a collage, a book, CD, or video
-Deadline: June 30, 2007
www.redesignyourschool.org

University of Cincinnati S-STEM Scholarship Program
-Science Technology Engineering Math Scholarship
-Open to women or students of color (African American, Hispanic, and American Indian men & women)
-Minimum 3.0 GPA
-Minimum 23 ACT or 1070 SAT
-Complete UC admission application must be received by January 15, 2007
www.eng.uc.edu

T. W. Lewis Foundation Scholarship
-Open to seniors applying to the University of Kentucky
-Value: $2,500 for 4-years, an additional $1,250 per year may be awarded through UK Athletic Assn. Scholarship Matching Program
-Based on academic performance, demonstrated leadership, and financial need
-ACT score 28 or SAT 1800 (math, critical reading, writing)
-Unweighted GPA 3.5 and top 10% of your class
-Complete admission application to UK by Jan. 16, 2007
-Submit FAFSA by Feb. 15, 2007
-Submit T. W. Lewis Foundation Scholarship application by Feb. 15, 2007

Beckfield College Apprentice Competition
-Open to juniors and seniors
-Local competition
-Value: Three awards up to $1,000 (Funds can be used at any academic institution)
-Teams of 1-5 people
-Research the different degree levels and benefits of post high school education
-Deadline: January 13, 2007
www.beckfield.edu

Boy Scouts of America Eagle Scout Academic Scholarships
-Open to seniors
-Value: Varies - up to $48,000
-ACT 26 or SAT 1090
-Have demonstrated leadership ability in Scouting and a strong record of participation in activities outside of Scouting
-Deadline: January 31, 2007
www.scouting.org

AAA Travel High School Challenge
-Open to all high school students
-Value $10,000 or $25,000
-Top five scorers from each state advance to state competition
-Online registration opens & online Practice Quiz available 11/1/06
-Take online test January 9-17, 2007
www.aaa.com/TravelChallenge
(This program has been suspended one year for re-organization.)


National City/KHSAA Sweet 16 Scholarship
-Open to seniors
-Value: $1,000 to two boys and two girls in each region
-Open to student-athletes (not just basketball players)
-Criteria: Academic achievement, leadership at school, and community service
-Deadline: February 23, 2007


Kentucky Future Leaders Foundation
Formerly the A.B. Happy Chandler Foundation Scholarship
-Open to seniors
-Value: $16,000
-Active in community service and/or school activities and/or employment
-Minimum 3.0 GPA, minimum 25 ACT
-500 Word essay
-Deadline: March 1, 2007
www.kyfutureleaders.org


C & O United Credit Union
-Open to seniors
-Local scholarship
-Value: Unknown
-2.5 GPA, community service, extra-curricular activities or work experience
-Deadline: March 31, 2007
www.co-united.org


Please keep a copy of all scholarships you are offered.  In the spring, the Guidance Dept. will request a copy of all offers for our records and for recognition at the Senior Awards Ceremony.