Scholarships
You can download the list of scholarships HERE.
You can also search for additional scholarships online at:
http://apps.collegeboard.com/cbsearch_ss/welcome.jsp
For information on the following scholarships in Dayton-Montgomery County Scholarship Program, please contact Karen Poe at 225-9952 or kpoe@dmcsp.org or visit the website at www.dmcsp.org.
For information on the following scholarships in Dayton Foundation Scholarship Program, please contact Elizabeth Horner at 225-9955 or ehorner@daytonfoundation.org, or visit the website at www.daytonfoundation.org (click on "for youth" then "ScholarshipConnect").
| AIA Dayton Architectural Scholarship (due March 2) | Richard W. Brame Sr., Memorial Scholarship (due March 23) | |
| Mary E. and Roderick F. Condon II Scholarship (due March 23) | Pearl Dale and Audrey Parker Scholarship (due March 23) | Dayton Catholic Women's Club Scholarship (due March 23) |
| Fanny Vought Fink Memorial Scholarship (due March 23) |
(due February 1) |
Madonna Wine Goss Music Scholarship (due March 23 (2012) |
| Maj. John F. Harris Scholarship (due March 2) | Montgomery Co. Assoc. of Police Chiefs Scholarship (due March 2) | Willie and Eloise Root Scholarship (due March 23) |
| Jerry Trimbach Scholarship (due March 23) | Ray Wright Memorial Scholarship | The Rosamond M. Young Memorial Scholarship |
Deadline (varies) - Sigma Phi Epsilon Fraternity - Balanced Man Scholarships
Awarded to a freshman male for use at only: The Ohio State University, University of Cincinnati, University of Toledo, and Miami University.
Apply online at www.sigepbms.com and questions go to www.sigep.org
Ohio Honors Scholarship (at Waynesville University in Pennsylvania)
$100,000+
GPA of at least 3.00, live in Ohio, and want to major in the sciences or mathematics
Call (800) 225-7393
OCTOBER
Deadline: October 4, 2010 - Gooding , Willamson & Foward Scholarship Programs
Must be a high school senior
GPA: 2.5 or higher
Essay required
Application available from Mr. Asadorian
Due October 7, 2011 - AES Scholarship
Amount: $500
This scholarship will be awarded on the basis of character as determined by evaluating the essays that are submitted.
http://www.aesengineers.com/scholarships.htm
Deadline: October 30, 2010 - Horatio Alger Scholarship
Minimum GPA: 2.0
Intend to pursue a bachelor's degree at an accredited college/university
Must have demonstrated integrity and courage in overcoming life adversity
Must have critical financial need
Must be involved in co-curricular and community service activities
Apply online: www.horatioalger.org/scholarships
NOVEMBER
Deadline: November 1, 2010 - The Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. National High School Essay Contest
Amounts: $3,000, $2,000, $1,000, and $500.
Must be a college-bound high school senior
Essay required.
Application available from Mr. Asadorian
Deadline: November 17, 2010 - Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Scholarship Contest
Amounts: $3,600 and five $3,200 scholarships
Must be a high school senior, based on academic record, essay, financial need and a recommendation
Must attend ($3,600 Scholarship) Central State University, Miami Jacobs Business College, Sinclair Community College, the University of Dayton, or Wilberforce University.
Must attend ($3,200 scholarships) Wright State University - 3.0 GPA is required
Application available from Mr. Asadorian
DECEMBER
Deadline: December 15, 2010 - AXA Achievement Scholarship
Are you active in your community? Have you led a project that benefits others? Have you overcome personal challenges? You may qualify for an AXA Achievement Scholarship of $10,000 to $25,000. Learn more and download an application at: www.axa-achivement.com.
Deadline: December 31, 2011 - IMAGINE AMERICA SCHOLARSHIP
Must be a graduating senior
Must be interested in attending a career college
Apply online: www.imagine-america.org
JANUARY
Deadline: January 8, 2011 - JFK Profiles in Courage Essay Contest
Open to students in grades 9 - 12
Amount: $10,000 (1st Place Winner)
Essay required
Apply online: www.jfklibrary.org
Deadline: January 10, 2011 at 11:59p.m. EST - Gates Millennium Scholars Program
For information, go to www.gmsp.org
Deadline: January 15th - Washington Crossing Foundations Scholarships
$1,000-$5,000
The scholarships are for students planning on a career in government service.
Students should go to www.gwcf.org
Postmarked by: January 31st - Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland Creative Writing Contest
$500, $250, $100 Series I savings bond
See Mr. Asadorian for details
FEBRUARY
Due February 1st: GM/Frigidaire Scholarship
$1,000 for public schools, $2,000 for private schools
GM/Delphi/D-Max employees, retirees, their spouses and dependent children, and grandchildren of Employees or retirees are eligible
3.00 GPA required
Applicants must attend or plan to attend one of 22 Ohio schools listed on the application.
Due February 15th: Antioch University FULL TUITION Scholarship
See Antioch University Counselor for application
Postmarked by: February 15, 2011 - National Co-Op Scholarship
Renewable scholarships worth $6,000 to $30,000 at the following institutions:
Drexel University/Johnson & Wales University/Kettering University/Rochester Institute of Technology/University of Cincinnati/University of Toledo/Wentworth Institute of Technology Students must have a cumulative GPA of 3.50 or better
Go to www.co-op.edu for an application
Due February 17th - Air Force Museum Student Writing Competition
Those interested in participating must notify the museum's Education Division no later than Dec. 31st by sending an email to erin.craig@wpafb.af.mil, indicating in the subject line that it is for the Student Writing Competition.
1st Place - $1,000
2nd Place - $700
3rd Place - $300
For more information, download the article HERE, or go to www.nationalmuseum.af.mi for a complete list of competition guidelines.
Due February 25th - Gamma Phi Delta Sorority Scholarship
$500
Student must be a resident of Montgomery County
Application materials are due to Mrs. Davis by February 25th.
See Mr. Asadorian for details
Due February 28th: Printing Industries Educational Scholarship
Scholarships range from $1,500 to $5,000.
www.planko.org
This is for Ohio students entering a college with a graphic communications or graphic imaging program.
MARCH
Due March 1st: Sinclair College Scholarships
Go to www.sinclair.edu/services/finaid/scholarships or see Mr. Asadorian for an application
Applications received by March 1st will be given priority consideration.
Postmarked by March 1st: Tzu Chi Scholarship
$1,000 need-based scholarships
www.us.tzuchi.org
Applications must be postmarked by March 1st/supporting documents must be postmarked by March 8
Postmarked by March 1st: Wright-Patterson Officers’ Spouses Club Scholarship
$2,000
The student must be a dependent of a military member (active duty, retired, or deceased) OR of an Air Force civilian employee who is a member of one of the Wright-Patterson clubs.
Due in March: These scholarships are available online at www.daytonfoundation.org You should click on “for youth” and then “ScholarshipConnect.”
AIA Dayton Architectural Scholarship-due March 2nd
Award amount varies.
The student must be admitted to a NAAB accredited architectural of pre-architectural program and declare architecture as his or her major.
Must submit a portfolio
Appenzeller Scholarship-due March 23rd
$1,000
3.00 GPA
Major in engineering or an engineering discipline.
Richard W. Brame Sr. Memorial Scholarship-due March 23rd
$1,000
2.50 GPA
Major in business or a business-related field.
Mary E. and Roderick F. Condon II Scholarship-due March 23rd
$3,000 one-time award
Fine arts major including but not limited to drawing, painting, graphic arts, ceramics, sculpture, fashion design, and set design.
Pearl Dale and Audrey Parker Scholarship-due March 23
Be a graduating senior from Dayton/Greater Miami Valley Region
3.0 GPA
21 ACT composite score
Demonstrate financial need
Dayton Catholic Women's Club Scholarship-due March 23
Female of Roman Catholic Faith
Membership in a local Roman Catholic Parish
Minimum GPA that qualifies for admission to accredited college
Demonstrate financial need
Fanny Vought Fink Memorial Scholarship-due March 23
Must be a single mother pursuing a degree
2.5 GPA or GED
DPS graduate or GED
Demonstrate financial need
#5 Madonna Wine Goss Scholarship-due March 23rd
$3,000 (renewable)
3.00 GPA
Music education major
#6 Major John F. Harris Scholarship-due March 2nd
$1,000
2.00 to 3.00 GPA
Participation in a JROTC program at a Dayton Public High School
#7 Montgomery County Association of Police Chiefs Scholarship-due March 2nd
$750
2.50 GPA
Major in criminal justice or law enforcement
#8 Willie and Eloise Root Scholarship-due March 23rd
$1,000
2.50 GPA or GED
A high school senior or current college student who has played an active role in the lives of migrant workers.
#9 Jerry Trimbach Scholarship-due March 23rd
Award is ½ tuition for a student who will attend Sinclair College full-time.
One year renewal
#10 Ray Wright Memorial Scholarship
Currently works at a McDonalds restraunt for at least 12 months
2.5 GPA
#11 The Rosamond M. Young Memorial Scholarship
3.0 GPA
Demonstrate financial need
Major in English or English Literature with intent to become a teacher
Postmarked by March 8th: Sisters in Christ Chorale Scholarship
Student must be a Christian
2.50 GPA
Along with the other requirements, the applicant needs one church recommendation letter on church letterhead.
Due March 11th: BioOhio Annual Scholarship
Five $1,300 scholarships
For an Ohio senior who plans to pursue bioscience related studies at an Ohio college or university.
Due March 11th: Citizens Against Domestic Violence (CADV) Scholarships
$1,000 scholarships
Students who attended a CADV presentation and are pursuing a two-year or four-year degree in social work, criminal justice, education, or a related field.
Go to http://www.cadv-ohio.com/home/scholarships/
Postmarked by March 14th: Delta Kappa Gamma International – PI Chapter – Dayton, Ohio Scholarship
2.30 GPA
Senior planning a career in education
See Mr. Asadorian for details.
Postmarked by: March 15, 2011 - Universal 1 Credit Union Scholarship
Two $1,000 scholarships will be awarded.
The student must be a member of the Universal 1 Credit Union.
See Mr. Asadorian for details
Due March 22nd:
The materials for the following NINE Dayton-Montgomery County Scholarships are due in to Mr. Asadorian no later than March 22nd.
All applications must include the following;
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current official transcript (counselor will provide)
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copy of the student’s college acceptance letter
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university assigned ID number (if Known)
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The Student Aid Report (SAR) from the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) – This must show the EFC number (Expected Family Contribution)
#1 Wahid Abdullah Memorial Scholarship
$500-$1,000
3.00 GPA
Communications or journalism major
#2 Altrusa International-Dayton Chapter Scholarship
$1,000
3.50 GPA
Community service is important.
#3 Charles A., Dhel L., and Katharine Funkhouser Memorial Scholarship
$1,000
2.50 GPA
Dayton Public Schools student only
#4 Dan L. Hickey Memorial Scholarship
$1,000 (may be renewed)
3.00 GPA
Dayton Public schools student only
Education major
$500-$1,000 (may be renewed)
2.50 GPA
Emphasis on community service
The student must plan to attend an Ohio college or university or a Historically Black College or University
#6 Paul R. and Freida M. Miller Memorial Scholarship
$1,000
3.00 GPA
Teaching major
Dayton Public Schools students only
The student must plan to attend a Historically Black College or University.
#7 Scott Neal Simpson Scholarship
$500
2.50 GPA
Community services, achievements, activities are important.
Merit only- NO SAR REQUIRED.
#8 Twentig Incorporated Endowment Fund (Willis Bing Davis Scholarship)
Award varies
2.50 GPA
African-American majoring in visual or performing arts
#9 Doris H. Wilson Scholarship
Two $450 scholarships
2.00 to 2.90 GPA
African-American
Demonstrate activities related to diversity.
Due March 23rd: Dayton-Montgomery Scholarship
$1,300 maximum
2.50 GPA required
Materials need to be turned in to Mr. Asadorian by March 23rd.
Deadline to complete requirements: March 31, 2011- PACE Ohio College Scholarship
(Parents Advancing Choice in Education)
Amount: $12,000
Acceptance at a two or four-year college or university
Minimum GPA: 2.5 on a 4.0 scale
Must attend 3 PACE workshops
For more information, call 228-7223 or go to www.pacedayton.org
Deadline: March 31st - U.S. Bank Internet Scholarship Program
Forty $1,000 scholarships will be awarded in a random drawing.
Go to www.usbank.com/scholarship
Due March 31st: Buick Achievers Scholarship Program
100 students will receive a $25,000 scholarship.
1,000 students will receive a $2,000 scholarship.
The student applying should be enrolling in a 4-year school.
Plan to major in one of the following:science, technology, engineering, math, business administration, marketing, or design.
Have an interest in a career in the automotive or related industries.
Go to www.buickachievers.com
APRIL
Postmarked by April 1st: 2011 James Kura Memorial Scholarship
This is sponsored by the Ohio Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers.
Three $1,000 scholarships
2.50 GPA and have been accepted to an accredited four year school for 2011-2012
See Mr. Asadorian for details
Due April 1st: Ohio Association of Career Colleges and Schools Scholarships
There are over 280 scholarships available ranging from $2,000 to $12,110.
2.00 GPA
Students do not need to demonstrate financial need.
Each applicant must be nominated by a member of the Ohio Legislature. Students should complete the “legislative nomination form” and send it to either their Ohio Representative or their Ohio Senator. The representatives and senators can be found by entering the student’s zip code on one of the following websites: www.senate.state.oh.us/senators or www.house.state.oh/us
The scholarships can only be used at the schools listed on the Ohio Association of Career Colleges and Schools’ website -- www.ohiocareercolleges.org
Postmarked by April 1st: ExxonMobil Bernard Harris Math and Science Scholarships
Two males and two females will receive a $5,000 scholarship.
Students must be African-American or Hispanic.
Students must enroll in a four-year school and pursue a degree in science, technology, engineering, or
Mathmatics (STEM).
See Mr. Asadorian for details.
Postmarked by April 4th: AAA Ohio Auto Club Grants
Ten $1,000 grants
This is for seniors who once serves as a member of the AAA School Safety Patrol.
www.aaa.com
Postmarked by April 5th: William D. Squires Scholarship
12 scholarships worth $12,000 each
3.20 GPA
EFC (on the student’s student aid report) must be less than $8,000.
www.wmdsquiresfoundation.org
Postmarked by April 10th: Fairborn Art Association Scholarship
Two $500 scholarships
These are for seniors in the arts program at their high school who plan to further his/her education at an accredited art school or college.
See Mr. Asadorian for details
Due April 11th: Central State University Scholarship
This scholarship is for student who will attend Central Sate University.
See Mr. Asadorian for details
Postmarked by April 11th: Madden Women’s Association scholarship
Be an African-American female
2.50 GPA or higher
Have a passing ACT/SAT score
See Mr. Asadorian for details
Postmarked by April 14th: PFLAG (Parents, Families & Friends of lesbians and Gays Dayton) Scholarship
One $2,000 scholarship will be given to a lesbian, gay, bisexual, or transgender (LGBT) student.
One $2,000 scholarship is for a straight student who is a “straight ally.”
The Greater Dayton LGBT Center will offer a $1,000 scholarship to a LGBT student.
www.pflagdayton.org
Postmarked by April 15th: Distinguished Flying Cross Society Southwestern Ohio Chapter Scholarship
Three $500 scholarships
3.50 GPA (unweighted) or rank in top 10% of class
See Mr. Asadorian for details
Postmarked by: April 22, 2011 - Save Our Supply Scholarship
$1,000
2.5 GPA or higher/blood donors given preference
See Mr. Asadorian for details
Due to Mr. Asadorian by April 26th: Seedling Foundation Scholarship
$1,000 per year for up to four years. Up to five to be awarded
2.50 GPA
Pell Grant eligible
Senior at Stivers
See Mr. Asadorian for details
Due to Mr. Asadorian by April 26th: Jerry Culp Scholarship
$1,000
2.50 GPA
Pell Grant eligible
See Mr. Asadorian for details
Due April 29th: Dayton Education Association Scholarship
3.00 GPA
Major in education
See Mr. Asadorian for details
Deadline: April 30th, 2011 - Stivers Alumni Association Scholarship
$1,000, there is also one worth $4,000
3.0 GPA
This scholarship is for seniors, alumni of Stivers, and lineal descendents of Stivers alumni. The scholarship is due to the scholarship chairperson by the deadline (April 30th)
MAY
Due May 1st: Senior Women’s League Scholarship
2.00 GPADeveloped leadership skills and shown exemplary abilities through participation in school, church, and community activities
See Mr. Asadorian for details
Due by May 4th - Golf Scholarship
A check for $500 will be made out in the senior's name and given to the seniors who are awarded the scholarship. The winners will also receive a laptop computer.
See Mr. Asadorianto apply.
JUNE
Due June 1st: Edward Dugger Jr., Military Lodge No. 123 Scholarship
Student must demonstrate financial need
See Mr. Asadorian for details
Deadline: June 18, 2011 - Abbott and Fenner Scholarships (for juniors and seniors)
$1,000
Go to www.abbottandfenner.com/scholarships.htm
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