Scholarships

Please note that dates are subject to change and information is updated as soon as the guidance office is informed of scholarships.  Please continue to check frequently and ask Mrs. Weiner if you have any questions. 

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Scholarships

Wendy's High School Heisman Award Program

DUE:  October 3, 10

Men or women entering their senior year 09-10, who have had at least a "B" grade average and participate in at least one SCHOOL-SPONSORED SPORT.  Any eligible student can register and begin the application process online:  www.wendysheisman.com

Students who apply, MUST let the person they have chosen to review their application know before October 5th.

HORATIO ALGER ASSOCIATION

DUE:  TBA

Intend to pursue a bachelor's degree at the University of Iowa (students may start their studies at a 2 yr. institution and then transfer to a four-year institution).  Critical financial need, involved in co-curricular and community service activities.  Min GPA of 2.0.  For complete information and you must apply online, go to:

Dr. Suess's Oh, the Places You'll Go! 2010 College Scholarship Program

DUE:  TBA

Must submit a personal essay/memoir format, SEE application and complete details about program in the scholarship bin in the HS office conference room or go to:  www.ohtheplaces.org

Hy-Vee Foundation Scholarship

DUE: TBA

·         All high school seniors working for Hy-Vee and/or subsidiary who began their employment on or before September 15, 2009.

·         High school senior sons and daughters of full-, regular-, and part-time Hy-Vee and subsidiary associates who have a minimum of six months employment with the company as of September 15, 2009.

·         Applicant must be enrolling in college for the first time.

Please see application in the scholarship bin in the HS office conference room or go to:  www.hyvee.com  for an application(under smiles, then click on scholarship link on the left-hand side). 

 

COCA COLA SCHOLARSHIP

DUE: October 31, 10

LEADERSHIP, VOLUNTEERISM, CHARACTER, GRADES; APPLY ONLINE @

www.coca-colascholars.org

AXA Achievement Scholarship

DUE:  TBA

Are you active in your community?  Have you led a project that benefits others?  Have you overcome personal challenges?  Learn more about this scholarship and for an application at :  www.axa-achievement.com

Burger King Scholars

DUE:  TBA

Maintain a cum GPA 2.5 or above.  Work part-time, on average, 15 hrs/week.  Demonstrate participation in community service or co-curricular activities.  SEE website for more information:

www.haveityourwayfoundation.org

Iowa State University Scholarships

Due dates vary, should check frequently.

 www.iastate.edu 

At the top of the page, click on S for scholarships or F for financial aid. 

University of Northern Iowa

Apply as soon as possible to increase your opportunities. 

Go to www.uni.edu  Click on Financial Aid, then click on scholarships. 

University of Iowa Scholarships

Due dates vary, should check frequently.

www.uiowa.edu, then do an A-Z index search and click S for scholarships or F for financial aid. 

University of Iowa Presidential Scholarship

DUE: TBA

http://www.uiowa.edu/admissions/undergrad/costs/frst-yr-fin-aid

Call:  800-553-4692

MUST HAVE AN ACT SCORE OF 30 OR ABOVE.  See application in the scholarship bin in the conference room in the HS office

Email:  admissions@uiowa.edu

Grand Lodge of Iowa-MCEC Technical Scholarship

DUE:  TBA

This scholarship is awarded to Iowa HS seniors that plan to enroll in a mechanical or trade course of study at an accredited Iowa Community College.  Interested students should first read the informational page to determine if they meet eligibility and selection criteria.  Please see application in the scholarship bin in the HS office conference room.  Or go to:  www.gl-iowa.org then click on MCEC Scholarship Form in PDF.

Grand Lodge of  Iowa, A. F. & A.M.

DUE:  TBA

Scholarships are designed to assist graduating seniors in pursuing post-secondary education in any state at an accredited institution.  Applicants need not have a Masonic connection.  Criteria:  Service to school and community with special emphasis upon leadership roles in these areas.  Apply online:  www.gl-iowa.org or see materials in the scholarship bin in the conference room in the HS office. 

 

DR. GEORGE I TICE SCHOLARSHIP

DUE: TBA

Recipients must have graduated from a Cerro Gordo County or north central Iowa area school.  The applicant must be enrolled and/or accepted into a program pursuing a medical field. 

www.mercynorthiowa.com  Then click on Education

Or see application in the scholarship bin in the conference room in the HS office. 

ELKS NATIONAL SCHOLARSHIP

DUE:  TBA

500 WORD ESSAY, 1 LETTER OF RECOMMENDATION, LEADERSHIP ROLES & EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES ARE A MUST. EMPLOYMENT AND COMMUNITY SERVICE AWARDED; $1000-15000

First Friday Breakfast Club Scholarship

DUE: TBA

Applicants must be a resident of Iowa and plan to pursue post-secondary education.  Scholarships are awarded without regard to gender, race, religion, creed, marital or employment status or sexual orientation of the prospective recipient or his/her relatives. 

See application in the scholarship bin in the conference room/office or go to:  www.ffbbciowa.org

2009 Dale Schroeder Memorial Scholarship Program

DUE:  TBA

To qualify a student must be:  Graduating HS Senior, GPA of at least 2.5, legal resident of Iowa, reside in a community in Iowa with a population between 1 and 10,000, attend the Iowa State University, the University of Iowa or the University of Northern Iowa pursuing a bachelor's degree).  Students complete their application online at www.act.org/daleschroeder

Students will be asked to provide pertinent information about themselves and their family life, their activity level during high school, and compose a few short essay responses. 

Mediacom Scholarship Program

DUE:  TBA

Applicants must live in areas serviced by Mediacom (see list).  Applicants must intend to pursue a course of study at a qualified post-secondary institution.  Application, essay, HS transcript, two educator references must be completed.  See ALL application materials in the scholarship in the conference room, in the HS office.  You may also go to:  www.mediacomworldclass.com

STRAYER-RAIRDEN SCHOLARSHIP

DUE:  TBA

UNIV OF IOWA; MUST DECLARE PHYSICS OR ASTRONOMY AS A MAJOR. AWARD IS BASED ON ACADEMIC MERIT, NOT FINANCIAL NEED; $1000 RENEWABLE UP TO 3 YEARS

http://www.physics.uiowa.edu/scholarship/stayer-rairden

KFC Colonel's Scholars Program

DUE:  TBA

Students must maintain a 2.75 GPA or higher, Enroll in a public, in-state college or university pursuing a bachelor's degree.  Students must complete their application online at www.kfcscholars.org

IOWA ENGINEERING SOCIETY SCHOLARSHIP

DUE:  TBA

Must attend ISU OR UNIV OF IOWA; MUST PURSUE AN ENGINEERING DEGREE. MINIMUM GPA OF 3.0 AND ACT SCORE OF 24.

See copy of application in the conference room, in the scholarship bin. 

DISCOVER CARD TRIBUTE AWARD

MUST BE A HIGH SCHOOL JUNIOR, WITH GPA OF 2.75, HAVE EXPERIENCED A SIGNIFICANT OBSTACLE'S) AND WHO ARE GIVING BACK TO THEIR COMMUNITIES; $2500 www.discovercard.com/tribute.htm

CHRISTINA HIXSON OPPORTUNITY AWARD

DUE: TBA

ISU; STUDENTS MUST HAVE FACED CHALLENGES OF PERSONAL & OR FINANCIAL HARDSHIP. COMPLETE FAFSA, ISU ADMINISTRATION PROCESS, ESSAY & LETTER OF RECOMMENDATION; $2500 A YEAR

Apply online-  www.dso.iastate.edu/hixson/application/

ACACIA Leadership Scholarship-ISU

Due:  TBA

This scholarship is available to a male graduating senior who is attending ISU. 

See application and COMPLETE informatio in the scholarship bin in the office.

NORTH IOWA BUILDERS EXCHANGE PROGRAM

Due:  TBA

Must pursue and be interested in the Building Trades Area.  See application in the scholarship bin in the HS office/conference room. 

CARGILL COMMUNITY SCHOLARSHIP

DUE: TBA

BRIEF ESSAY, PLAN TO ENROLL IN 2 OR 4 YEAR COLLEGE OR UNIVERSITY.  SELECTED ON ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT, AND EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES; $1000

www.cargill.com/about/citizenship/scholarships.htm

2010 Youth Scholarship Program For Young People who are Cancer Patients/Survivors

DUE:  TBA

Eligibility guidelines are as follows:  Must have been diagnosed with cancer before the age of 21, must be under the age of 25 at the time of application.  Must be accepted to attend an accredited 2-4 yr university of vocational/tech school.  PLEASE SEE APPLICATION FOR COMPLETE Listing of eligibility requirements in the HS office/conference room, in the scholarship bin.   The application can also be accessed on the American Cancer Society's website at:  http://www.cancer.org/mwyouthscholarship

BEST BUY SCHOLARSHIP

DUE: TBA

SOLID ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE AND EXEMPLARY VOLUNTEER SERVICE.  MUST ENTER AN ACCREDITED US UNIVERSITY, COLLEGE, OR TECHNICAL SCHOOL IN THE FALL; $1000-2000

For more information, please visit:
http://bestbuy.com/scholarships

MaxYield Cooperative-Agricultural Scholarship Award Program

DUE:  TBA

Applicant must be MaxYield Cooperative customer or a dependent of a MaxYield Cooperative customer.  Must go into agriculture curriculum.  See application in the HS office, conference room, in the scholarship bin. 

MaxYield Cooperative

Deanna Engstrom Memorial Scholarship Award

DUE:  TBA

MaxYield will offer one scholarship to a female student in the pursuit of a business degree.  See application and complete information in the HS office, conference room, in the scholarship bin. 

US BANK

DUE:  TBA

NO ESSAY, NO MINIMUM GPA REQUIRED, BUT MUST APPLY ONLINE @ www.usbank.com/studentbanking; $1000

Franklin Rural Electric Cooperative Scholarship Program

DUE:  TBA

Scholarships will be awarded by Franklin REC to students who show community, church, etc.  Applicants must reside in a home currently served by the Franklin REC.  See application and complete information in the HS office, conference room, in the scholarship bin.  Or call Brenda at 1-800-750-3557

BASIN ELECTRIC Power cooperative through Corn Belt Power Cooperative

DUE:  TBA

SAT/ACT scores, GPA, work experience, participation in school and community activities, statement by the student explaining his/her educational and career goals and a written recommendation by a third party.

Applicants may get an application form from Franklin REC or on their website at www.franklinrec.coop or call Brenda at 1-800-750-3557

NIACC FOUNDATION

DUE: TBA

The NIACC Foundation Scholarship Applications for the 2010-2011 academic year are now available.  Students apply at www.niacc.edu/finaid/scholarships.html NIACC is no longer printing the scholarship guide book.  With the new online application for the Foundation Scholarships, students create an account and submit the application online.  With the answers to the questions, their name will automatically be submitted for different scholarships they are eligible for. 

National FFA Organization-Agricultural Education National Scholarship Program

DUE:  TBA

FFA Scholarship Guidebook 2010-This booklet contains several different scholarships.  Go to www.ffa.org or see booklet in the scholarship bin in the HS office.  Online applications must be submitted by 5:00 pm EST, February 15, 2010.  Required scholarship signature pages must be postmarked by February 22, 2010, and mailed to the following address:  National FFA Organization Scholarship Office 6060 FFA Drive PO Box 68960 Indianapolis, IN 46268-0960.

Iowa Automobile Dealers Foundation for Education

DUE:  TBA

Applicants must be committed to the pursuit of automotive or truck-related studies, such as technician training, body shop/collision repair, diesel, new vehicle sales, parts sales, accounting, or business admin.  Please see the form in the HS office, conference room, in the scholarship bin. 

IA FARM BUREAU FEDERATION

CERRO GORDO / FRANKLIN FARM BUREAU

DUE: TBA

SONS OR DAUGHTERS OF IOWA FARM BUREAU MEMBERS, ENROLLED IN ACCREDITED COLLEGE 2.5 GPA, WORKING TOWARD DEGREE IN AGRICULTURE; AND/OR AGRIBUSINESS

www.iowafarmbureau.com CLICK ON PROGRAMS, THEN GRANTS & SCHOLARSHIPS FOR MORE INFORMATION

Or see form in the scholarship bin the HS office.

 

United States JCI Senate Foundation Scholarship Program

DUE: TBA

Scholarship Applications available:  www.iajcisenate.org

Also, see copy in the conference room, in the scholarship bin. 

IOWA SOYBEAN ASSN

DUE: TBA

GPA of 3.0 or better.  Describe future plans in agriculture.  See application in the HS office, conference room, in the scholarship bin. 

PHILHARMONIC MUSIC SCHOLARSHIP

Due: TBA

MUST BE A SENIOR AND PLAN TO ATTEND COLLEGE IN THE FALL.  AWARD MUST BE USED FOR MUSIC LESSONS OR BE INVOLVED IN MUSIC IN SOME WAY WHILE ATTENDING COLLEGE, BUT NEED NOT TO BE A MUSIC MAJOR OR MINOR.  See application and complete guidelines in the HS office/conference room, in the scholarship bin. 

Cerro Gordo Soil & Water Conservation District

Due:  TBA

Must live in Cerro Gordo County.  Must pursue education in any field of agriculture or natural resources will be considered.  Please see complete information and application in the scholarship bin in the HS office/conference room. 

FRANKLIN SOIL & WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT

DUE:  TBA

MUST BE A RESIDENT OF FRANKLIN COUNTY, 2.5 GPA, MAJOR IN AN AGRICULTURAL OR CONSERVATION RELATED FIELD.  PREFERENCE FOR THOSE WHO HAVE PARTICIPATED IN 4H OR FFA, plan to attend a 2 or 4 yr college and major in AG. 

Must apply online:  www.cdiowa.org/education.html

Any questions:  Call 641-456-2157

GOVERNOR TERRY E BRANSTAD IOWA STATE FAIR SCHOLARSHIP

Available-TBA

IOWA COLLEGE OR UNIVERSITY; MUST HAVE PARTICIPATED IN IOWA STATE FAIR ACTIVITIES AND ATTEND AN IOWA COLLEGE; $500-1000

Online application:  http://www.ihaveaplaniowa.gov/  Click on APPLY NOW! State of Iowa Financial Aid icon located under Quicklinks section.

PEARL HULL FALK SCHOLARSHIP

 

DUE: TBA

UNIV OF IOWA; MUST BE OF PROTESTANT FAITH AND PLANNING TO ENROLL FULL-TIME AT THE U OF I. ALSO MUST BE A MEMBER OF AN EPISCOPAL CHURCH OR SHOW AN INTEREST IN A CAREER IN BANKING; $400

To request a Scholarship Application email: llovelace@midwestone.com  OR SEE APPLICATION IN THE SCHOLARSHIP BIN IN THE HS OFFICE.

Or call:  1-800-247-4418

DOLLARS FOR SCHOLARS

DUE:  TBA

APPLICATION, TRANSCRIPTS & REFERENCE LETTER, SHORT STATEMENT OF PLANS  THIS ONE APPLICATION COVERS THE MANY OTHER SCHOLARSHIPS WITHIN THE PROGRAM. 

Application will be handed out to all seniors at 1/12/10 senior meeting.  Or applications will be available in the scholarship bin in the HS office

BRIAN PEARSON MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

FOR JUNIORS:

DUE: TBA

MUST BE A JUNIOR AND HAVE PARTICIPATED IN THE IOWA SPORTS FOUNDATION ( IOWA GAMES); $1000

Go to www.iowagames.org for more information

SHEFFIELD-CHAPIN EDUCATION ASSOCIATION

Due: TBA

Complete West Fork High School Dollars for Scholars Application (just have to complete 1 for all these)

FRANKLIN GENERAL HOSPITAL/Auxiliary

Due:  TBA

MUST BE INTERESTED IN FURTHERING EDUCATION IN ANY HEALTH RELATED FIELD, TWO LETTERS OF REFERENCE, APPLICATION available in the scholarship bin in the HS office. 

Logos Scholarship-NIACC

Due:  TBA

Students who are contemplating a journalism related career are encouraged to apply.  Please see complete information and details in the scholarship bin in the HS office/conference room. 

Robert C. Byrd Honors Scholarship-Application Process

Due:  TBA

HS seniors must be an Iowa resident, Min GPA 3.5 and 28 ACT, class rank in the top 10%.  See application and complete information and details at http://www.ihaveaplaniowa.gov/ click on Iowa Financial Aid App under the Quicklinks section. 

Sheffield LIONS CLUB

Due: TBA

Complete West Fork High School Dollars for Scholars Application  (just have to complete 1 for all these)

 

MURPHY'S PLUMBING AND HEATING

Due: TBA

Complete West Fork High School Dollars for Scholars Application (just have to complete 1 for all these)

STUDY CLUB SCHOLARSHIP

Due: TBA

Complete West Fork High School Dollars for Scholars Application  (just have to complete 1 for all these)

 

ENO SCHOLARSHIP

Due:  TBA

Must be a graduate from West Fork High school.  BASED ON FINANCIAL NEED, GPA AND POTENTIAL TO SUCCEED IN COLLEGE. APPLICATION AND ESSAY SUBMIT TO MRS. WEINER  See application in the scholarship bin in the conference room in the HS office.

 

S-C RETIRED STAFF SCHOLARSHIP

Due: TBA

Complete West Fork High School Dollars for Scholars Application  (just have to complete 1 for all these)

SUKUP MFG

DUE:  TBA

STUDENT OR PARENTS OF STUDENT MUST WORK FOR SUKUP MFG.

See application in the scholarship bin in the office.

MASON CITY AREA RETIRED SCHOOL PERSONNEL ASSOCIATION

DUE: TBA

$250.00 offering to a high school senior who is interested in going into the field of education-not necessarily teaching.

See application in the scholarship bin, in the conference room/office. 

BEHR SCHOLARSHIP & EDUCATION

DUE:  TBA

Scholarships are intended to be used for tuition and other direct educational expenses for attendance at any college or medical/technical school.  Recipients are intended to be residents of the Mercy Medical Center North Iowa Service Area.

www.mercynorthiowa.com  Click on community benefit, then Mercy foundation. 

Iowa Section PGA

Charlie Burkart Scholarship Application

Due: TBA

Scholarship winners are selected on the basis of their interest and activity in golf and the potential for future contributions to the game, then on their academic ability and financial need.  htto://www.iowapga.com Then click on Junior Golf, then Burkart Scholarship
GRILZ FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP

DUE: TBA

For Seniors in the SCMT CSD.  See form in the scholarship bin.

500 word essay, must have high work ethic, must have taken ACT or SAT , strong financial need, and high school transcript required

Please submit essay:  describing self, educational goals and career goals, to Mrs. Weiner
WEST FORK SCHOLARSHIP

DUE:  TBA

For Seniors in the SCMT CSD.  See form in the scholarship bin.

500 word essay, must have high work ethic, must have taken ACT or SAT , strong financial need, and high school transcript required

Please submit essay:  describing self, educational goals and career goals, to Mrs. Weiner

Franklin County D.A.R.E

Due:  TBA

Complete West Fork High School Dollars for Scholar's Application (just have to complete 1 for all these)

UNITED BANK & TRUST

Due: TBA

Complete West Fork High School Dollars for Scholar's Application (just have to complete 1 for all these)

Iowa Newspaper Foundation

DUE: TBA

Find complete information and an application for at:

www.inanews.com/inf/scholarships.php or email: Iowa Newspaper Foundation at inf@inanews.com

Or make a copy from the application in the scholarship bin in the HS office conference room. 

Lisa Symens Memorial Scholarship 

Due:  TBA

Complete West Fork High School Dollars for Scholars Application (just have to complete 1 for all these)

Rockwell Women's Club

DUE:  TBA

Complete the general scholarship application from Mrs. Weiner.  Must be a Rockwell-Swaledale Community School District Senior.

Rockwell Chamber of Commerce

DUE:  TBA

Complete West Fork High School Dollars for Scholars Application (just have to complete 1 for all these)

Randall Arends Memorial

Due: TBA

Complete the general scholarship application from Mrs. Weiner.  Must be a Rockwell-Swaledale Community School District Senior.

First Congregational Church

DUE:  TBA

Complete the general scholarship application from Mrs. Weiner.  Must be a Rockwell-Swaledale Community School District Senior.

Rockwell American Legion

DUE:  TBA

Complete the general scholarship application from Mrs. Weiner.  Must be a Rockwell-Swaledale Community School District Senior.

Rockwell Lions Club

DUE:  TBA

Complete the general scholarship application from Mrs. Weiner.  Must be a Rockwell-Swaledale Community School District Senior. 

Five Star Cooperative

DUE:  TBA

Complete the general scholarship application from Mrs. Weiner.  Must be a Rockwell-Swaledale Community School District Senior.

NIACC Scholarships

Due dates vary.

The NIACC Foundation Scholarship Applications for the 2010-2011 academic year are now available.  Students apply at www.niacc.edu/finaid/scholarships.html NIACC is no longer printing the scholarship guide book.  With the new online application for the Foundation Scholarships, students create an account and submit the application online.  With the answers to the questions, their name will automatically be submitted for different scholarships they are eligible for. 

2010 Robert D Blue Scholarship-Iowa Centennial Memorial Foundation

DUE:  TBA

Must complete application online.  This is open to any Iowa student who plans to attend an Iowa college or university who demonstrate literary and scholastic ability; exhibit qualities of truth, courage, and fellowship; and display moral force of character.  MUST APPLY at:  www.rdblue.org

Keep Iowa Beautiful Environmental Scholarship

DUE:  TBA

Current Iowa resident, enrolling in an Iowa college or university with studies in the environment, community services, conservation, public service or govt.  Must possess a strong background in community service and/or community enhancement.  Applications are available online and will only be accepted by email.  www.keepiowabeautiful.com