Scholarship | Due | Amount | Criteria |
Charles River Scholarship 2023.doc | March
1, 2023 | $1,000
non-renewable | Charles River is a global pre-clinical research business that strives to bring new pharmaceutical products to the marketplace in order to treat diseases and bring a better quality of life to all mankind. In order to encourage students to pursue a career in research, the Spencerville division of Charles River offers a $1,000 non-renewing college scholarship to high school seniors intending to pursue an undergraduate degree in the biological or chemical sciences. A total of five winners will be selected from Allen County High Schools. |
The Ohio Oil and Gas Energy Education Program oogeep 2023.pdf | March
1, 2023 | $1,000
may be renewed up to four years
| Are you interested in a career in the crude oil and natural gas industry?
*Must be a U.S. Citizen
*Must have a career goal in the crude oil and natural gas industry, or related energy field.
*Must be an OHIO resident or a student attending, or planning to attend an accredited OHIO college, university, technical, or trade school.
*Must have and maintain a grade point average (G.P.A.) of 2.5 or higher. Last year 50 scholarships were awarded. |
| Music Scholarship Opportunity For Schools.docx | March 1, 2023 | $1,000/year renewable for up to $4,000 total
| The Kiwanis Club of Lima is offering a scholarship for Allen County seniors who are majoring in a music related field. Students pursuing a career in music can earn a $1,000/year scholarship and renew each year for a total of $4,000. |
Varsity Tutors College Scholarship | Monthly | $1,000 | Monthly essay contest. Please see website for details. |
Allen County Pork Producers | March
1 | $ Varies | Must be son/daughter of a pork producer, 4-H or FFA Member, and have a swine project at A.C. Fair. |
OAPSE/AFSCME Memorial Scholarship | March
1, 2023 | $2,500 | Available to children whose parent or legal guardian is a member in good standing of the Ohio Association of Public School Employees (OAPSE/AFSCME Local 4/AFL-CIO) |
Knights of Columbus Scholarships | March
1 | Amount
Varies | Most recipients are the children of Knights or Knights working toward bachelor’s degrees at Catholic colleges and Catholic universities in the United States, Canada, Mexico, Puerto Rico and the Philippines. These figures include $327,500 in grants to 131 seminarians in the United States and Canada. = Fourth Degree Pro Deo and Pro Patria Scholarships = John W. McDevitt (Fourth Degree) Scholarships = Fourth Degree Pro Deo and Pro Patria (Canada) Scholarships. Fourth Degree Pro Deo and Pro Patria Scholarships are also reserved for freshmen entering The Catholic University of America in Washington, D.C., and are administered by the university’s Office of Student Financial Assistance. |
We Build the USA Scholarship Video Contest | March
1 | $500 to $2,500 | All entrants must be enrolled as a high school senior in the school year. This scholarship can be used to fund continuing education programs at a trade school, technical school, community college, 2 or 3 year university or to support purchase of tools of the trade. Create a short video-up to 60 seconds-about Why you want to pursue a career in Construction? How did you become interested in Construction? |
Stolly Insurance Group "SUCCEED Scholarship" | February 26
| $1,000
(3) | Must be a graduating senior whose primary residence is Ohio The committee will take into consideration current grades, extracurricular activities, leadership, work ethic, application, essay, and the applicant’s commitment to continued education when looking though every application and essay written. |
State Farm Good Neighbor Scholarship | March
2 | | Applicants must meet the following criteria:
*Be a graduating senior
*High school seniors must have a cumulative GPA between 2.5 and 3.2 or a 4.0 scale
*Plan to enroll full-time in the fall at an accredited 2 or 4 year college, university or vocational-technical school
*Must be a U.S. citizen |
BMA Scholarship Application.pdf | 3:00 p.m.
March
1 | $ Varies | 1. The applicant must be a graduating senior and a member in good standing in the Bath High School Choir or Band program.
2. The applicant must have a recommendation from their current HS music director. This must be included in the application.
3. The scholarship will be paid directly to the student upon receipt of verification by the High School Music Director that the student is a member in good standing of a musical performance group in a College or University. This verification must be provided as soon as possible during the next school year. Failure to provide this verification will cause the scholarship to be withdrawn.
4. There may be at least one scholarship for an instrumentalist and one scholarship for a vocalist.
5. Any incomplete or late applications or those missing reference materials or Principal's signature will not be considered. |
| LJSL Application & Essay 2023.pdf | March 3, 2023 | (2) $1,000 | Junior Service League of Lima will award (2) $1.000 scholarships to senior students, if selected, in Allen County who intend to pursue a degree in education or an education related field. |
2022 Black Swamp Bucks Unlimited Scholarship Letter.docx | March
15
| A minimum of (1) $1,000 and (3) $500 | The high school senior must support the preservation of the hunting tradition (a copy of their current hunting license is required). |
Hauss-Helms Foundation Scholarship | Received by March
15th
(A postmark of March 15, is NOT sufficient) | Amount Varies | Applicants must submit:
1. Student Aid Report (SAR)
2. High school transcript (with a 3.0 GPA)
3. Verification of ACT (of 16 or more) or SAT scores
4. Complete the application process on the Foundation's website See website for rules, regulations and downloadable applications. |
Larry A. Hart Memorial Scholarship | March 15 | $1,000 | Ohio resident graduating from an accredited high school Enrolling in an accredited college majoring in the field of law enforcement, or natural resources |
The Ohio Black Caucus of School Board Members-Leo Lucas Scholarship | March
8 | $500
6 Scholarships | Eligibility Requirements:
*Students must be African-American
*Student must be eligible to graduate from a public high school in the spring
*Student must provide proof of acceptance to an accredited post-secondary institution of higher learning with the intention to complete a 2-year or 4-year degree
*Student must have a GPA of 2.5 or higher on a four-point scale
|
Lima Branch of America Association of University Women AAUW aauw 23 scholarship.pdf | March
10, 2023 | $1,500
A minimum of 10 scholarships | The qualify for an AAUW Lima Branch Scholarship, an applicant must be female, a graduate of an accredited high school, plan to enroll, or be enrolled in an accredited college or university for the fall quarter/semester, and meet one of the following two qualifications:
1. If studying for a baccalaureate degree, she must be a graduate of an Allen County, Ohio, high school.
2. If studying for a graduate degree, she needs not be a graduate of an Allen County, Ohio, high school, but she must presently have her primary residence in Allen County. No applicant may receive more than two scholarships from AAUW Lima Branch. All scholarship recipients are required to volunteer for ten hours assisting with book fair preparations after June 1 and prior to the first semester/quarter payment of scholarship money. We traditionally work Tuesday and Thursday mornings and Wednesday evenings collecting and sorting books through the summer. Proceeds from the annual book fair fund this scholarship. |
Ohio Association of Garden Clubs-Region 2 Scholarship | March
15 | $ Varies | Applications available in the guidance office. |
GROB Apprenticeship Program | March
23 | The benefits of GROB’s Apprenticeship program include, but are not limited to : -FREE Associate’s Degree from Rhodes State College in Manufacturing Engineering Technology or Electrical Engineering Technology -Option for +2 program where apprentices can receive their Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from the following schools ( Bowling Green State University, Ohio Northern University, Miami University, University of Dayton or the University of Toledo) -FREE health, dental and vision insurance, $0 comes out of employee’s check for insurance. -401K – we match 50% of the first 6% of the employee contribution -FREE meals catered from Old Barn Out Back – Daily -12 Paid holidays per year including a plant shut down from December 24th through January 1st. -A pretty sizable Christmas bonus ($1500) given out on the Thursday before Black Friday. -GROB provides uniforms -GROB provides $160 per year for work boots | Apply to take the GROB Apprenticeship Test:
1. Create your resume
2. Gather your transcripts
3. Come to GROB
4. Fill out an application
5. Submit application, resume and transcripts GROB will review your information and will call you to schedule a testing date and time. |
College Dollars Badge-Graduate for Mas | March
17 | $1,000 | Every student who completes the College Dollars Badge is entered to receive a $1,000 scholarship. Winners will be selected based on your quality, persuasive answer to the essay prompt in the 3 Tips to Improve Your College Essay tool. |
College Challenge Student Ambassador-Graduate for Mas | March
17 | $1,000 | All College Challenge Schools qualify for additional $1,000 student ambassador scholarships for completing the College Dollars Badge. If your school is the National winner, not only will you earn $5,000 for your school, the five Student Ambassadors will each receive a $1,000 scholarship for a grand total of $10,000 |
District 8 FCA Huddle Leadership Scholarship | March 14 | $500 | 1. A high school senior who will be continuing their education at a two- or four- year institution
2. Actively involved in a local church and his/her high school's FCA Huddle 3. Demonstrates a commitment to service in Christian leadership 4. A person of integrity, honesty, and faithfulness 5. Demonstrates a consistent Christian witness in their school and community |
Robert Kumpe 2021 Scholarship App.pdf
| March 31
| - A minimum of five Scholarships will be awarded to recipients. | This Scholarship must be used for tuition or related expenses to an accredited college, university or
community college. A check will be made payable to the accredited institution of the recipient's choice.
- Oral interviews maybe conducted for all finalists.
- All applicants will receive notice of the final disposition of their applications as soon as practical after
the selection process has been completed.
- The Robert Kumpe Memorial College Scholarship may only be won once by any one individual.
-Winner of scholarship must have played soccer in High School. Additional information can be found on the league website: www.nwoysl.org |
2023 Be Great Book Scholarship App (blank).pdf | March
3
by 11:59 p.m. | $1,000 Book Scholarship | Eligibility Standards
1. Graduating senior living AND attending a school in Allen County, OH
2. Minimum high school cumulative GPA of 2.5
3. Must complete and submit this scholarship application, and all required documents in a timely manner
4. Must be a full-time student, enrolled in an accredited 2 or 4 year college, university, technical or trade school (award will be applied directly to your student account)
5. Must start classes this fall, and enroll/complete consecutive semesters
6. In order to renew this award, you must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 at the end of each semester, and attend the Awards Banquet |
Odenza
Marketing
Group | March
30 | $500 | 1. Be between the ages of 16 and 25 on September 30th. 2. Submit answers to essay questions, which can be found on the application page. |
2022 Bob Smith Youth Leaders of Bowling Scholarship Application Form.pdf | March
1
12:00 a.m. | | This fund will allow youth bowlers in the Lima area to be rewarded for their hard work and service to the sport of bowling and other community services. This scholarship will be awarded annually, attempting to help offset the costs of furthering their education. Potential winners will be selected via an application process that includes an essay displaying their service to their community, the sport of bowling, and their plans for the development of bowling's future. |
Lima Memorial Hospital Auxiliary Scholarship | March
31 | $1,500 (2) | Eligible HS students who are pursuing a health-related career program. A minimum GPA of 3.0 is required. Applications available in the guidance office. |
Kisling, Nestico & Redick Don't Text and Drive Scholarship
| March 31 | $5,000 | In order to be eligible, applicants must: 1. Be a United States citizen or permanent resident 2. Be accepted to or currently enrolled in an accredited college, university, or graduate program 3. Have a 3.0 GPA or higher 4. Demonstrate good character and initiative. Applicants must develop a plan to encourage young adults to avoid texting and driving. |
2022 George Wilson Memorial Scholarship.pdf | March
31 | $1,000 or $500 for two males and two females | Eligible candidates must attend school in the Allen County, Ohio, USA and they will be chosen by the Lima 370 Charity Foundation Scholarship Committee. Scholarships will be awarded on the basis of academics, activities, leadership ability and community service. Applicants must have a minimum of a 3.0 GPA. |
Ohio Newspaper Foundation Minority Journalism Scholarship | March
31 | $1,500 | Graduating Seniors who:
* Maintain a minimum GPA of 2.5
*Must be African American, Hispanic, Asian American or American Indian |
The Barbara Fleming Memorial Scholarship | March
31 | A minimum of $500 | To provide financial assistance to MHCO employees interested in entering the field of nursing or advancing their degree in nursing. This scholarship is meant to promote the career of nursing. Therefore, the scholarship money may be used toward a degree as a Licensed Practical Nurse, a degree as a Registered Nurse, a Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing or a Master's of Science in Nursing.
The scholarship is to be used to pay school related expenses toward any of these degrees. The individual must be entering a course of study that leads to a career in nursing or advancement of a degree in nursing. |
2022 Ohio State Aerie Scholarship.pdf | March
31 | $2,500 | The money is available to worthy and needy boys and girls seeking a higher education (grades are also a factor). Two scholarships are awarded in each of the 5 Zones; one boy and one girls as selected by the judges at Wilmington College. Eagle Scholarships must be used in the college or university of your choice provided the school selected is an accredited college, giving a four-year course of study followed by granting of an appropriate degree, an accredited two-year college or technical school. Eagle Scholarships must be used during the first year of school. This application must be signed by the local Aerie Secretary verifying the membership of the parent(s) or application is disqualified. Applicants must be a graduating senior. We strongly urge you to write a personal letter about yourself to further enable the judges in making their decisions. You must submit a transcript with your application of your high school records with your ACT or SAT scores. |
Lima 370 AUX Past President's Memorial Scholarship | March
31 | $ Varies | Applicant must be a female and a senior attending any Allen County School. Must have a parent or grandparent that is a member of Eagles Lodge #370 Lima Ohio. |
Printing Industries Ed. Fund (PIEF) | March
31 | Amount Varies | *Be interested in a graphic communications career. Preference is given to those wishing to fulfill their career in Ohio or Northern Kentucky following graduation
*Be a high school senior or graduate, or a college freshman, sophomore, or junior enrolled in a two-or four-year college with an accredited graphic communications program or be a professional working in an Ohio or Northern Kentucky company in the graphic communications industry, seeking to increase their industry knowledge
*Be a legal resident of Ohio or Kentucky
*Have a minimum of 2.5 GPA or GED Equivalent |
Lower Great Lakes Chapter of the National Academy of Arts and Sciences Student Production Awards | March
31 | $ Varies | The purpose of these awards are to recognize outstanding student achievements in production by conferring awards of merit in our region. The awards are intended to be an incentive for the continued pursuit of excellence by those studying media and journalism and to focus public attention on outstanding cultural, educational, technological, entertainment, news and informational achievements by undergraduate college and/or high school students. The first two entries per high school are free. Additional entries will be welcome and will pay a $20 administrative fee. |
VWH_HighSchoolScholarshipProgram_2021.pdf | March
31 | $1,000
(up to 5 awarded) | This scholarship will award $1,000 to up to 5 selected applicants towards the expenses of tution, books, and fees of a health care-related major at a post-secondary institution. This is a renewable scholarship for $1,000 per year, up to 4 years. |
| March 31, 2023 | $1,000 | * Renewable up to three years
* Must have career goal in natural gas or related career field
* GPA of 3.0 or higher |