General Scholarships

Last Updated on 3/26/10

Be sure to check specific college/university websites to learn about scholarship opportunities that may be available.

SCHOLARSHIP:  Wendy’s High School Heisman Award

CRITERIA:  Eligibility for application is limited to men and women entering their senior year of high school in the 2009-2010 academic year who have at least a “B” average and participate in at least one school-sponsored sport. Online applications are available at www.wendysheisman.com

AMOUNT:  Unknown

DEADLINE:   October 1, 2009

SCHOLARSHIP:  Acorn Equality Fund Scholarship

CRITERIA:  Scholarships are designed to provide academic financial support for gay, lesbian, bisexual, or transgendered students, allies or the children of gay, lesbian, bisexual, or transgendered parents.

AMOUNT:  $500 - $3500

DEADLINE:   October 9, 2009

SCHOLARSHIP:  Horatio Alger Association Scholarships

CRITERIA:  Senior, GPA of 2.0 and above, critical financial need, involvement in co-curricular and community activities, and US citizenship or permanent residency.   Apply online at http://www.horatioalger.org/scholarships

AMOUNT:  $2500 – $20,000

DEADLINE:   October 30, 2009

SCHOLARSHIP:  Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation Scholarship

CRITERIA:  Please complete an electronic application at http://www.coca-colascholars.org./ Must demonstrate leadership in school, commitment to community, academic achievement and part-time employment. 

AMOUNT:   Various Amounts

DEADLINE:   October 31, 2009

SCHOLARSHIP:  2010 Prudential Spirit of Community Awards

CRITERIA: To recognize students in grades 5-12 for their spirit of volunteerism/community service. Applications are available in Student Services and further information is available at www.prudential.com/spirit and http://www.principals.org/prudential

AMOUNT:  $1000 Medallion and a trip to Washington, DC

DEADLINE:   November 2, 2009

SCHOLARSHIP:  Elk Lodge – Peoria Lodge No. 20 “Most Valuable Student” Scholarship

CRITERIA: Details available at http://www.elks.org/enf/scholars/mvs.cfm

aMOUNT:  $1000

DEADLINE:  November 2, 2009

SCHOLARSHIP:  Foundation for Individual Rights in Education (FIRE) Essay Contest

CRITERIA:  High school seniors are invited to write a “Freedom in Academia” essay explaining why free speech and First Amendment rights are crucial to higher education and how abuses of these rights harm the college experience. Info is available at www.thefire.org/contests

AMOUNT:  $2,500 - $5,000

DEADLINE:  November 6, 2009

SCHOLARSHIP: 2010 Sam Walton Community Scholarship

CRITERIA: Student must be a graduating high school senior and may not be a Walmart or Sam’s Club associate, or the child or legal dependent of a Walmart or Sam’s Club associate. Student must complete an online application and submit all required information to Scholarship Program Administrators. Information is available at http://walmartstores.com/CommunityGiving/235.aspx?p=236

Other scholarships can be found there as well.

aMOUNT: $1000

DEADLINE: Varies based on scholarship; applications become available on November 2

SCHOLARSHIP: Illinois Ready Mixed Concrete Association

CRITERIA: The contest is open to all 16-18 year old high school students. A statewide winner will be selected from Illinois high school student entries and forwarded on for national competition. Applications are available in Student Services.

AMOUNT: $500

DEADLINE: November, 2009

SCHOLARSHIP:  Illinois Dollars for Scholars Essay Scholarship

CRITERIA:  Open to juniors and seniors; must submit an essay honoring a “Lincolnland Legend” that has made an impression on them. Additional information is available in Student Services.

AMOUNT:  Varies

DEADLINE:  December 1, 2009

SCHOLARSHIP:  Golden Apple Scholars of Illinois

CRITERIA:  Interest in becoming a teacher.  Check the website for further details at

http://www.goldenapple.org/pages/becoming_a_scholar/30.php

AMOUNT:  $2500 per year for four years

DEADLINE:  December 1, 2009

SCHOLARSHIP:  2010 SAE Engineering Scholarships

CRITERIA:  Complete an application, Write an essay, and earn a degree in engineering or a related science. More information is available at http://students.sae.org/awdscholar/scholarships/engscholar/

AMOUNT:  From $1000 - $10,000

DEADLINE:  December 1, 2009

SCHOLARSHIP:  National Society Daughters of the American Revolution Scholarships

CRITERIA:  A variety of scholarships are available with different criteria for each. More information is available in Student Services or online at http://www.distinguishedscholarships.unc.edu/scholarships/dar.html.

AMOUNT:  Varies

DEADLINE:  Varies depending on scholarship

SCHOLARSHIP:  AXA Achievement Scholarship

CRITERIA:  Complete an application, write an essay – to qualify you must demonstrate, ambition and drive, determination to set & reach goals, respect for self, family, and community, and ability to succeed in college.   More information is available at: http://www.axaonline.com/rs/axa/about-us/33b_axa_achievement.html

AMOUNT:  $10,000 and $25,000

DEADLINE:  December 15, 2009

SCHOLARSHIP: Natl. Fed. of Independent Business Young Entrepreneur Foundation

CRITERIA: Student must be a high school senior that has demonstrated entrepreneurial spirit or initiative. Students can apply online at http://www.nfib.com/page/nfibYoungEntrepreneurAward.html

AMOUNT: $1000.00 - $10,000.00

DEADLINE: December 15, 2009

SCHOLARSHIP:  Florence A. Cook Recruitment Grant

CRITERIA: Applicants should be a female and a senior in the graduating class of 2009, rank in the upper 25% of her high school class, completed at least six semesters of high school study, a citizen or legal resident of the US, and be studying in any field of education in college. More information is available at: www.deltakappagamma.net If interested in applying, contact Mary Lander at: mylander@comcast.net

AMOUNT:  $1000

DEADLINE:  January 20, 2010

SCHOLARSHIP: The Straight Forward Media Scholarship

CRITERIA: Program offers four scholarships per year exclusively to students who want to become teachers. Information available at www.straightforwardmedia.com/education. Several scholarships are on the site.

AMOUNT: $500

DEADLINE: Varies based on scholarship

SCHOLARSHIP: Discover Card Tribute Award Scholarship Program

CRITERIA: Must be a high school junior with a minimum 2.75 cumulative GPA for the 9^th and 10^th grades who demonstrates leadership, are actively contributing to communities and have experienced and overcome obstacles in their lives. Go to www.discovercard.com/tribute

AMOUNT: Up to $25,000.00

DEADLINE: January 31, 2010

SCHOLARSHIP: KFC Colonel’s Scholars

CRITERIA: Current senior with a cumulative GPA of 2.75 or higher, enrolling in a public & ins-state college or university. Student must be a US citizen and be planning to pursue a bachelor’s degree. Students may apply online beginning December 1, 2009 at www.kfcscholars.org.

AMOUNT: $20,000

DEADLINE: February 10, 2010

SCHOLARSHIP: Mediacom World Class Scholarship

CRITERIA: For high school seniors with a GPA of 3.00 or higher or an ACT of 21 or higher. Student must also demonstrate financial need and examples of leadership skills. Applications are available at http://www.mediacomworldclass.com/

AMOUNT: $1000

DEADLINE: February 10, 2010

SCHOLARSHIP:  Kathryn G. Hansen Scholarship

CRITERIA:  Student must be a senior planning to attend college in Fall, 2010 and have a strong commitment to pursue higher education in an office professional, secretarial or business related field within the state of Illinois, with preference given to attendance at the University of Illinois. Applications are available in Student Services.

AMOUNT:  $500

DEADLINE:  February 12, 2010

SCHOLARSHIP:  Illinois PTA Scholarships – Lillian E. Glover Scholarship Application

CRITERIA:  Student must be a senior ranked in the upper 25% of their class and planning to pursue a career in Education or an Education-related program. Applications can be downloaded from www.illinoispta.org or from Student Services.

AMOUNT:  $500 to $1000

DEADLINE:  February 15, 2010

SCHOLARSHIP: Dr. Seuss’s “Oh the Places You’ll Go!” Scholarship Program

CRITERIA: Recognizes a high school senior who understands and values the limitless possibilities that education can offer with a scholarship award. Applicants must be 12^th grade students graduating in Spring, 2010, age 21 years or under. More information is available in Student Services or by visiting www.ohtheplaces.org

AMOUNT: $5000

DEADLINE: February 15, 2010

SCHOLARSHIP: “At the Heart of a Growing America” Agricultural Scholarship

CRITERIA: Graduating high school seniors who have been accepted into an agriculture or agriculture-related curriculum at a university, college, or community college and either reside or attend high school within 1^st Farm Credit Services’ 42 county service territories. More information is available at http://www.1stfarmcredit.com

AMOUNT: $1000

DEADLINE: February 16, 2010

SCHOLARSHIP: Best Buy @15 Scholarship Program

CRITERIA: Available to high school seniors entering college in the fall immediately following graduation. Recipients are selected based on their academic achievements and volunteer work. Students may apply online at: www.bestbuy.com/scholarships or www.at15.com

AMOUNT: $1500.00

DEADLINE: February 15, 2010

SCHOLARSHIP: Commitment to Agriculture Scholarship Program

CRITERIA: Must be a high school senior planning to pursue a career in an agriculture-related field. Applications are available online at www.monsanto.com or www.nafb.com

AMOUNT: $1500.00

DEADLINE: February 15, 2010

SCHOLARSHIP: National Commission for Cooperative Education

CRITERIA: Must apply and be accepted at one of the ten NCCE Partner Colleges and Universities. More information is available in Student Services or online at www.co-op.edu

AMOUNT: $6000.00

DEADLINE: February 15, 2010

SCHOLARSHIP: Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated

CRITERIA: Must have a cumulative GPA of 2.75 or higher, be a student of color, demonstrate leadership through participation in extra-curricular activities and/or community service and enroll at a college or university for the 2010-2011 academic year. Applications are available in Student Services or can be requested at info@dstpeoriaalumnae.com (specify Scholarship Application in the subject line)

AMOUNT: Undetermined

DEADLINE: February, 2010

SCHOLARSHIP: Central Illinois Chapter of the Links, Inc.

CRITERIA: African-American student planning to attend an accredited post-secondary institution in 2010. Minimum GPA of 3.00 on 4-point scale. Must live in Central IL region and be a US citizen. Applicant CANNOT be a relative of a member of the Links organization. Applications are available at: http://www.centralillinoislinksinc.org/scholarship.php.

AMOUNT: $1000

DEADLINE: February 19, 2010

SCHOLARSHIP: Society of Women Engineers

CRITERIA: Students should be attending or planning to attend a an ABET accredited engineering school to pursue a BS or higher degree full time accredited program. Student’s address must be inside the SWE – Central Illinois section boundaries.

AMOUNT: $250.00

DEADLINE: February 28, 2010

SCHOLARSHIP: Scramble 4 Scholarship

CRITERIA: Female student involved in golf program at high school. Must be enrolling as a full time student at an accredited two or four year college or university in the fall.

AMOUNT: Undetermined

DEADLINE: February 28, 2010

SCHOLARSHIP: Illinois AMVETS Service Foundation

CRITERIA: Student must be an Illinois high school senior, have taken the ACT or SAT, participate in the Junior ROTC program.

AMOUNT: $1000

DEADLINE: March 1, 2010

SCHOLARSHIP:  Nestle Very Best in Youth 2009-2010

CRITERIA:  complete an entry form, with photo, transcript, and two letters of recommendation and have demonstrated good citizenship and a strong academic record and show how they have made a special contribution to their school, church or the community. More information is available at http://nestle-verybestinyouth.com/vbiny/home.jspa

AMOUNT:  $1000 in their name to a charity of their choice

DEADLINE:  Spring, 2010

SCHOLARSHIP: U. S. Bank Internet Scholarship Program

CRITERIA: No Essays, No minimum GPA, students simply apply online at http://www.usbank.com/studentbanking.

AMOUNT: $1000

DEADLINE: March, 2010

SCHOLARSHIP: Illinois Future Teacher Corps Program (IFTC)

CRITERIA: If you plan to be a preschool, elementary or secondary school teacher who wants to teach in Illinois you may be eligible for the Illinois Future Teacher Corps (IFTC) Program. This program is generally for academically talented and financially needy students who are enrolled as juniors or above, with a priority given to individuals pursuing a  teacher shortage discipline and/or making a commitment to teach at a hard-to-staff school, and minority students.

AMOUNT: Varies

DEADLINE: March 1, 2010

SCHOLARSHIP: Illinois Special Education Teacher Tuition Waiver Program (SETTW)

CRITERIA: If you are a teacher or an academically talented student pursuing a career in special education as a public, private or parochial preschool, elementary or secondary school teacher in Illinois, you may be eligible for the Illinois Special Education Teacher Tuition Waiver Program.

AMOUNT: Varies

DEADLINE: March 1, 2010

SCHOLARSHIP: Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation

CRITERIA: Student must be the child of a Marine and have a family income of $80,000 or less. Additional scholarships are available for children whose parent is participating in Operation Iraqi Freedom or Operation Enduring Freedom. Applications are available in Student Services or by visiting www.mcsf.org.

AMOUNT: Varies

DEADLINE: March 1, 2010

SCHOLARSHIP: National Defense Transportation Association

CRITERIA: Applicants must be a high school senior that is enrolled full-time in an accredited institution in a state within the NDTA’s Central Region. College students may be enrolled in any field of study, but priority will be given to those in a degree program related to business, transportation logistics, or physical distribution. Go to http://www.ndtascottslouis.org

AMOUNT: $2000

DEADLINE: March 1, 2010

SCHOLARSHIP: Children of Veterans Scholarship at the University of Illinois

CRITERIA: Please refer to www.osfa.uiuc.edu. Click on forms, and the application is available in the scholarship category. The applicant will need to print out the application and mail it in with the required documents. Please note, the application is NOT for grandchildren of veterans.

AMOUNT: Four-year tuition waiver at the University of Illinois (any of its campuses)

DEADLINE: March 1, 2010

SCHOLARSHIP: Independent Order of Odd Fellow and Rebekahs of Illinois

CRITERIA: Applicants must be a resident of Illinois and a citizen of the United States. Applicants do not have to be affiliated with the Independent order of the Odd Fellows. Applications are available at http://www.I.O.O.F.-IL.org/

AMOUNT: Information not available

DEADLINE: March 1, 2010

SCHOLARSHIP: Illinois Association of Vocational Education Special Needs Personnel

CRITERIA: Scholarships will be awarded to students pursuing post-secondary education for a career in a vocational/technical area. Student must complete an application form and verification form. The verification must be signed by an ILAVESNP member. Applications and verification forms are available in Student Services.

AMOUNT: $500.00

DEADLINE: March, 2010

SCHOLARSHIP: Money Smart Kid – Peoria (Sponsored by Cefcu)

CRITERIA: Available to students in grades 5-12 that live in the tri-county area. Student must submit an essay in response to the question listed for their grade level. More information is available at http://www.moneysmartweek.org./

AMOUNT: $1500.00 for grades 9-12

DEADLINE: March, 2010

SCHOLARSHIP: American Business Women’s Association – Grand View Chapter

CRITERIA: Applicant must be a resident of Peoria or Tazewell counties, be a recent high school graduate or have a GED certification, have maintained a 3.0 GPA if currently attending college, or be a current high school senior. More information is available in Student Services.

AMOUNT: Varies

DEADLINE: March 12, 2010

SCHOLARSHIP: Illinois Division of Sons of Confederate Veterans

CRITERIA: Student must be a descendant of a male who served honorably in the Army, Navy, Judicial, Executive, or Civil Service of the Confederate States of America. Lineal or collateral family lines must be documented genealogically with a descendency chart.

AMOUNT: $1000

DEADLINE: March 15, 2010

SCHOLARSHIP: Illinois Elks Crippled Children’s Corporation

CRITERIA: High school seniors planning to attend college in the fall and majoring in Physical or Occupational Therapy field. Applications are available by visiting: www.iea-ccc.info

AMOUNT: $1000 - $2500

DEADLINE: March, 2010

SCHOLARSHIP: Scholar Athlete Milk Mustache of the Year (SAMMY)

CRITERIA: Outstanding student athlete in grade 12. Students can be nominated by anyone, including himself or herself, for the 2010 SAMMY Award. Application and official rules are available online at www.bodybymilk.com.

AMOUNT: $7500.00

DEADLINE: March, 2010

SCHOLARSHIP: Illinois Chemical Education Foundation

CRITERIA: The ICEF’s objective is to recognize and honor high school seniors who have exemplified outstanding achievement in academics, extracurricular/employment activities and community involvement.

AMOUNT: $2000.00

DEADLINE: March, 2010

SCHOLARSHIP: Alzheimer’s Association Youth Essay Contest

CRITERIA: The contest is open to youth ages 7-18 and will be divided into three groups based on age. Students must submit an essay of 500 words or less and based on personal experience. Applications are available in Student Services.

AMOUNT: $100.00 Savings Bond

DEADLINE: March, 2010

SCHOLARSHIP: SIU Alumni Association – Peoria Tri-County High Schools

CRITERIA: Student must demonstrate academic achievement with a B or better GPA & financial need. Student must be a graduate of Peoria, Tazewell, or Woodford County. Student must be a registered, full-time student at SIUC, for Fall, 2010. Students may apply online at http://www.siualumni.com/scholarships.html

AMOUNT: Varies

DEADLINE: March 5, 2010

SCHOLARSHIP: Kohl’s Kids Who Care Scholarship Program

CRITERIA: The Kohl’s Kids Who Care® Scholarship Program recognizes and rewards young volunteers (ages 6-18) who help make their communities a better place. More information is available at: http://www.kohlscorporation.com/CommunityRelations/scholarship/program-information.asp

AMOUNT: Varies

DEADLINE: March 15, 2010

SCHOLARSHIP: Ayn Rand Essay Contest

CRITERIA: 9^th and 10^th grades students submit an essay on ANTHEM by Ayn Rand and 11^th and 12^th grade students submit an essay on THE FOUNTAINHEAD by Ayn Rand. Specific contest information is available at www.aynrand.org/contest

AMOUNT: Varies

DEADLINE: Anthem - March, 2010 & The Fountainhead - April, 2010

SCHOLARSHIP: American Business Women’s Association – Peoria Chapter

CRITERIA: Applicant must be a resident of Illinois, be a full-time student with a GPA of 3.0 or better. Must provide an official transcript of grades, a biographical sketch of yourself (including any special circumstances), and two letters of recommendation. More information is available in Student Services.

AMOUNT: Varies

DEADLINE: March, 2010

SCHOLARSHIP:  EPCHS Family and Consumer Science Scholarship

CRITERIA:  Must be a graduating senior planning to pursue a career related to FACS. Must have a “C” average at the end of the 7^th semester. Must demonstrate financial need and have completed at least one course in the FACS department at the high school.

AMOUNT:  Varies

DEADLINE:  March 26, 2010

SCHOLARSHIP:  Illinois Heartland Decorative Artists

CRITERIA:  Must be an art student interested in pursuing a career in fine arts. Student must reside within 100 miles of Champaign, IL. Applications are available in Student Services.

AMOUNT:  $1000

DEADLINE:  March 30, 2010

SCHOLARSHIP: Illinois General Assembly Scholarship (87^th District – Bill Mitchell)

CRITERIA: Undergraduate and Graduate students, as well as adults returning to college may apply. To be eligible, your permanent address must be within the 87^th Legislative District. More information and scholarship applications are available in Student Services.

AMOUNT: Covers tuition and may apply to certain fees at any State of Illinois public college or university (excluding community colleges).

DEADLINE: April 1, 2010

SCHOLARSHIP: Illinois Lumber & Material Dealers Association Educational Foundation

CRITERIA: Any student enrolled full time in a certificate or degree program in an accredited trade school, two-year or four-year college or university and who is a resident of Illinois.

AMOUNT: $500 - $2000

DEADLINE: April 1, 2010

SCHOLARSHIP: Paul Towne Memorial AMVETS Ladies Auxiliary #169

CRITERIA: Complete and submit application.

AMOUNT: $500.00

DEADLINE: April 1, 2010

SCHOLARSHIP: American Association of University Women – Peoria Branch

CRITERIA: This award is available to female applicants who have or will have graduated from high school. The award is for either part-time or full-time undergraduate or graduate study during 2010-2011 schoolyear. Applications are available in Student Services.

AMOUNT: $500.00 - $750.00

DEADLINE: April 15, 2010

SCHOLARSHIP: The Greater Peoria Amvets Post #63 and Ladies Auxiliary

CRITERIA: Must be a member of Post #64 or Ladies Auxilary #64 or the child or grandchild of a member in good standing. Recipient must attend a technical school, business school, business college, nursing school, two-year college, or college/university of his/her choice.

AMOUNT: $500.00 - $1500.00

DEADLINE: April, 2010

SCHOLARSHIP: The Society of American Military Engineers (SAME)

CRITERIA: Must be a graduating senior and have been accepted and registered as an engineering or science student at an accredited engineering or science college (four year). Student must have completed engineering prep and/or math and science curriculum in high school. Cumulative high school GPA of at least a 3.2 on a 4.0 scale.

AMOUNT: $1000.00 – $2000.00

DEADLINE: April, 2010

SCHOLARSHIP:  Steve Maxheimer Memorial Scholarship

CRITERIA:  Students with an interest in golf (playing golf, working at a golf course, or intending to pursue a degree designed to allow them to enter the golf business). Additional information and applications are available in Student Services.

AMOUNT: Undetermined

DEADLINE: April, 2010

SCHOLARSHIP: Ameren Illinois – Minority Scholarship Program

CRITERIA: Selection will be based on scholastic ability, financial need and career choice. Applicants must earn a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.667 on a 4.0 scale. Student must major in an engineering discipline. Applicant must be a permanent resident within Ameren Illinois distribution service area at the time the scholarship is awarded. More information and scholarship applications are available at www.ameren.com.

AMOUNT: $2500.00 annually renewable

DEADLINE: April, 2010

SCHOLARSHIP: 2010 Illinois Hospital Research & Educational Foundation

CRITERIA: Any student accepted into an accredited certificate or degree conferring hospital related health care sequence is eligible. Applicants must be Illinois resident.

AMOUNT: $1000

DEADLINE: April, 2010

SCHOLARSHIP:  Sigma Phi Epsilon “Balanced Man Scholarship”

CRITERIA:  Must a full time male student at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign in the Fall of 2010 and have excelled in the areas of scholarship, leadership, athletics, and community service during their high school careers.

AMOUNT:  $1750.00

DEADLINE:  April 23, 2010

SCHOLARSHIP: Doris Kolb & Other First Choice Scholarships

CRITERIA: Must attend high school in Peoria or surrounding counties and pursuing higher education in the 2009-2010 academic year. Applications are available in Student Services.

AMOUNT: $250.00

DEADLINE: April, 2010

SCHOLARSHIP: The 2010 Student-View Scholarship Program

CRITERIA: 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.

AMOUNT: $500.00 - $3000.00

DEADLINE: April, 2010

SCHOLARSHIP:  Pekin Moose Family Center #916

CRITERIA:  Any high school senior with a Pekin Moose affiliation or a senior attending high school in Tazewell County. Student must be pursuing undergraduate level education and complete an essay on the topic of community service. Student must be enrolled full time at the college or university of their choice. Additional information and applications are available in Student Services.

AMOUNT:  $1000.00

DEADLINE:  April 15, 2010

SCHOLARSHIP: Independent Sports Club of Peoria

CRITERIA: Applicant must: be a senior who has been accepted and plans to attend an institution of higher learning in the U.S. for the 2010 fall semester, have earned a minimum GPA of 2.5 (on 4.0 scale), have participated in at least one high school sport for a minimum of 3 years, have maintained a respectable attendance record, have a reasonable financial need, be a U.S. citizen. Applications are available in Student Services.

AMOUNT: $1000.00

DEADLINE: April, 2010

SCHOLARSHIP: Journal Star Newspaper Career Scholarships

CRITERIA: For high school seniors planning to major in journalism, photojournalism, marketing, or graphic design. Student must maintain an overall GPA of 2.75 or above while in school. More information is available at http://www.pjstar.com/services/nie

AMOUNT: $1000 per year for four years

DEADLINE: April, 2010

SCHOLARSHIP: Fifth Third Bank – The Road Sweepstakes

CRITERIA: Student must be a member of the Class of 2010 and plan to enroll in a college or university this fall. No essay or purchase required. Simply submit a form online at http://www.53educationlending.com/TheRoad

AMOUNT: $530.00

DEADLINE: May, 2010

SCHOLARSHIP: River Cup Foundation Scholarship

CRITERIA: Student must demonstrate an interest and involvement in golf. Student must be a resident of Peoria, Tazewell, or Woodford counties and must have at least a “B” average through 7 semesters. More information and scholarship applications are available at www.rivercup.com.

AMOUNT: $1000

DEADLINE: May, 2010

SCHOLARSHIP: Illinois State Treasurer’s – “Excellence in Agriculture Scholarship Program”

CRITERIA: Applicants must: be a high school senior with a 2.75 GPA in 2009-10, a resident of Illinois, accepted at an accredited higher education institution in Illinois, and pursuing an agriculture or agriculture-related major. Applications are exclusively available online at: www.treasurer.il.gov

AMOUNT: $2500.00

DEADLINE: May 14, 2010

SCHOLARSHIP: Illinois General Assembly Scholarship (46^th District – Dave Koehler)

CRITERIA: Undergraduate and Graduate students, as well as adults returning to college may apply. To be eligible, your permanent address must be within the 46^th Senate District. More information and scholarship applications are available in Student Services.

AMOUNT: Covers tuition and may apply to certain fees at any State of Illinois public college or university (excluding community colleges).

DEADLINE: May, 2010

SCHOLARSHIP: Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority - Nu Pi Omega Chapter in Peoria

CRITERIA: Outstanding high school seniors attending a college or university in the Fall of 2010. Young people who demonstrate the interest and promise of providing leadership and serving as positive role models to the youth in the African-American communities are especially encouraged to apply. More information and scholarship applications are available in Student Services.

AMOUNT: Undetermined

DEADLINE: May, 2010

SCHOLARSHIP:  Julie A. and Lloyd Lehman Journalism Scholarship

CRITERIA:  Student must be a graduating senior interested in pursuing a career in Journalism. Student must hold a cumulative GPA of 3.8 or higher and demonstrate financial need. More information and applications are available in Student Services.

AMOUNT:  $2900.00

DEADLINE:  May, 2010

SCHOLARSHIP:  Nursing Education Scholarship Program

CRITERIA:  If you are pursuing a certificate in nursing, an associates degree in nursing, a hospital-based diploma in nursing or a bachelor’s degree in nursing and demonstrate the greatest financial need among qualified students, you may be qualified to win the Nursing Education Scholarship. More information is available at:

http://www.idph.state.il.us/about/rural_health/rural_scholarship.htm

AMOUNT:  Varies

DEADLINE:  May, 2010

SCHOLARSHIP:  Jean M. Brown Nursing Scholarship

CRITERIA:  Resident of Peoria area (50 mile radius) that is pursuing an education in the field of nursing. Students must be pursuing an undergraduate degree or graduate degree in nursing or obtaining certification in a specific nursing field, and may be enrolled as a part-time or full-time student. More information and scholarship applications are available in Student Services.

AMOUNT:  $2500.00

DEADLINE:  June, 2010

SCHOLARSHIP: Frances Tollensdorf Nursing Scholarship

CRITERIA: Nursing students living in the Pekin area who are enrolled in a qualified, professional nursing program.

AMOUNT: $1000.00

DEADLINE: June, 2010

SCHOLARSHIP: Bud Velde Health Care Scholarship

CRITERIA: Students living in the Pekin area who are enrolled in a health care professions program. Nursing students are NOT eligible.

AMOUNT: $1000.00

DEADLINE: June, 2010

SCHOLARSHIP: Pekin Hospital Medical Staff Scholarship

CRITERIA: Fourth year Pre-Med student accepted to Medical School or current medical student.

AMOUNT: $3000.00

DEADLINE: June, 2010

SCHOLARSHIP: Big Sun Scholarship

CRITERIA: All student athletes are eligible regardless of the sport they are involved in. Student must be a high school senior or attending a post-secondary institution. More information and applications are available at www.bigsunathletics.com

AMOUNT: $500.00

DEADLINE: June 24, 2010

SCHOLARSHIP:  University of Illinois - Fiji Black Diamond Scholarship

CRITERIA:  All applicants must be incoming male Freshman at the U of I at Urbana-Champaign in the fall of 2009. Applicants are not required to join Phi Gamma Delta to be eligible. Applications will be evaluated based on the following: Academic Achievements, High School Activities, Leadership Positions, and Community Involvement. More information and applications are available in Student Services.

AMOUNT:  $250.00

DEADLINE:  August, 2010

SCHOLARSHIP:  Discover Colleges

CRITERIA:  Simply log on to www.discovercolleges.com

AMOUNT:  $2500.00

DEADLINE:  Undetermined

SCHOLARSHIP:  2010 Psi U Scholarship Grant Program

CRITERIA:  Incoming male freshmen attending the University of Illinois at Urbana/Champaign who exhibit the highest moral, intellectual and social excellence. Applying for the grant in no way obligates you to join Psi Upsilon Fraternity. Proof of financial need is not required and grants are non-renewable. Applications can be found and filled out online by visiting www.illinipsiu.com

AMOUNT:  Varies

DEADLINE:  Applications must be uploaded by September 14, 2010

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www.collegezone.com

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