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1 | Scholarship | General Information | Deadline | Amount | Criteria | Link | |
2 | Wendy's High School Heisman | Scholar-Athletes/3.0 GPA | 10/3/2016 | Varies | Submit application online | https://www.wendyshighschoolheisman.com/ | |
3 | Voice of Democracy | VFW: "My Responsibility to America" | 11/1/2016 | Varies: Post, District, state and national level | 3-5 minute written and recorded essay | Application available in student services. | |
4 | Hagan Scholarship | Designed for high achieving students with financial need. | 11/15/2016 | Varies | Apply online, must have a 3.5 GPA, 23 ACT, enroll in a 4 year school, must work | www.hsfmo.org | |
5 | Elks Most Valuable Student Contest | Judged on Scholarship, Leadership, and Financial Need | 11/30/2016 | Varies | Submit application online | www.enf.elks.org/mvs | |
6 | IEC Memorial Scholarship | Application must be submitted online and completed in one sitting. Contact the local office with any questions 618-244-5151. | 12/31/2016 | $2,000 | Tri-County Electric Cooperative Member | https://aiec.coop/iec-scholarship/scholarship-application-preparation/ | |
7 | Wild Turkey Federation Scholarship - Local Chapter | Students must support the preservation of the hunting tradition and actively participate in hunting sports. | 1/6/2017 | $250 Locally $1,000 at IL state level, and $10,000 at National level | Must hold current hunting license, minimun 3.0 GPA, an essay and 3 letters of recommendation | Link to application | |
8 | Illinois Chemical Education Foundation | Open to all future chemists, chemical engineers, environmental engineers, or high school chemistry teachers | 2/17/2017 | $2,000 | Two letters of recommendation and an essay | Full list of requirements available in student services. | |
9 | Kaskaskia College Foundation Scholarships | Students must create an account online, write an essay, letters of recommendation, FAFSA completed | 2/27/2017 | Varies | Request an electronic transcript from your counselor. | https://apps.kaskaskia.edu | |
10 | Farm Credit Agriculture Scholarship | For seniors planning to pursue a major and career related to agriculture | 2/27/2017 | $2,000 | Submit online application, essay, and other verification | www.farmcreditIL.com | |
11 | The Illinois Odd Fellow-Rebekah Scholarship | For students attending a post-secondary school or vocational/technical training school. Application is available in student services | 2/28/2017 | $1,000 | Illinois resident, "C" average | http://www.ioof-il.org/ | |
12 | Illinois AMVETS Service Foundation Scholarships | 20 different scholarships, preference given to military families | 3/1/2017 | Varies | Varies | www.ilamvets.org | |
13 | Future Healthcare Hero Award | Applicants must be pursuing entry into any health science program for the 2016 Fall semester | 3/1/2017 | $500 | A minimum of a 2.5 GPA, two letters of recommendation, personal statement | Application available in student services. | |
14 | Robert Marion & Ethel Koelker Stewart Scholarship | The fund was established in 2002 by Nancy Stewart Hindman to memorialize her parents, who graduated from Salem High School, Class of 1935. The fund is within the Madison County Community Foundation
which is a component fund of the Blue Grass Community Foundation
| 3/1/2017 | $1,000 and can be renewable for up to 4 years | Any student who plans to attend an accredited, degree-granting program of study, active in school and community, minimum 2.5 GPA, biographical sketch, and list of activities | Link to application | |
15 | Iuka State Bank Scholarship | Business, finance, agribusiness degree preferred. Application, essay and letter of recommendation submitted to Student Services prior to deadline | 3/1/2017 | $500 - Two will be awarded | Achievement, extracurricular involvement, community activies | Link to application | |
16 | Selmaville Education Association Scholarship | Established in 2013 to assist former Selmaville students further their education. The scholarship will be awarded to a senior student who will be graduating from SCHS and pursuing higher education. | 3/1/2017 | $500 | Graduate of Selmaville, no minimum GPA, written statement, two letters of recommendation | Link to application | |
17 | Ralph Mirka Aviation Scholarship | Given to a senior(s) planning to major in the field of aviation. | 3/1/2017 | $2,333 | Biographical essay-with career goals, three references, transcripts | Link to application | |
18 | Kiwanis Service Award - Salem | Attending college is NOT a requirement to apply | 3/1/2017 | $500 | SCHS senior, volunteer hours and | Link to application | |
19 | Xi Eta Chapter of Beta Sigma Phi Scholarship | Applications must be returned to Student Services prior to deadline | 3/1/2017 | $300 | SCHS senior, 3.0 GPA, short essay | Link to application | |
20 | Veterans Scholarship | Students with a miliary affiliation have preference, but it is not required | 3/1/2017 | $500 | biographical essay with future plans, one letter of recommendation, official transcript | Link to application | |
21 | SCHS Academic Foundation Scholarship | Seniors must be in the upper 20% of their class | 3/1/2017 | $1,000 | Written statement, 2 teacher letters of recommendation, official transcript | Link to application | |
22 | Marion and Belva Garner Scholarship | The daughter of Marion & Belva Garner, Lana Garner Porter, a 1961 graduate of SCHS, has created this scholarship. It will go to a senior girl who will be attending Murray State University in Murray KY. | 3/1/2017 | $500 | SCHS female student, official transcript, letter of acceptance to Murray State University | Link to application | |
23 | Albright Family Scholarship | SCHS Seniors who plan to attend one of the top 50 national universities (with the University of Illinois being excluded) or top 50 Liberal Arts colleges (as identified by US News and World Reports) are eligible to apply for this scholarship. If you have applied, been accepted, and plan to attend one of these colleges/universities, please apply for this generous award. | 3/1/2017 | $1,000 | Admitted to one of the top 50 college identified by the US News and World Report Top Schools, University of Illinois does not qualify | Link to application | |
24 | Herschel and Nina Rose Agricultural Scholarship | Given in memory of Herschel and Nina Rose who were grain and livestock farmers in Marion County. All of their children helped on the family farm, with the four youngest children taking an active role in the agriculture program at SCHS. | 3/1/2017 | $500 | Senior entering an agricultural program in college, biographical sketch with future plans, list of activities, GPA, ACT, letter of recommendation | Link to application | |
25 | Ben Baggett Scholarship | This scholarship was established to honor Ben Baggett, a long time educator, coach, and administrator for Iuka Grade School. His career with Iuka Grade School began in 1956 and ended 37 years later with his retirement in 1993. | 3/1/2017 | $1,000 | Graduate of Iuka Grade School, pursuing a career in education is preferred but not required, minimum 3.0 GPA, essay | Link to application | |
26 | Science and Bio-Technology Scholarship | This scholarship is made available by Bob Wallace, 1962 graduate of SCHS. Mr. Wallace served as President of Exxon Enterprises Company in the Phillipines, worked with start-up companies in the medical electronics and semiconductor field and later became vice-president of operations and engineering for SanDisk Corporation. He has over 100 patents in material sciences, electronic components, and electronic systems design. | 3/1/2017 | $1,000 | Any senior intending to pursue a degree in a science related field, no minimum GPA requirement | Link to application | |
27 | Debra K. McCullum Memorial Scholarship | Debbie McCullum was a 2003 graduate of SCHS. This scholarship will be awarded annually to a senior graduating from SCHS who wishes to continue his/her studies in the field of culinary arts/services, music, or performing arts. | 3/1/2017 | $500 | Enroll in a culinary arts, music, or performing arts program, 2.0 GPA or higher, brief essay with educational plans, one letter of recommendation | Link to application | |
28 | Greater Salem Area Foundation Honoring Michele Cavaletto | This scholarship is part of the Kaskaskia College Foundation Scholarships. The scholarship is only for students who plan to attend KC in the 2017-2018 academic school year. Recipients will be required to develop and implement five hours of public service work in the Salem area in order for the student to experience the value of volunteerism. Additionally, a commitee of Foundation members will interview applicants and award the Greater Area Salem Foundation Scholarship. | 3/1/2017 | $500 | Minimum 2.0 GPA, must attend KC in the fall, short essay, letter of recommendation, copy of high school transcript | Link to application | |
29 | Blum Memorial Scholarship | Mrs. Blum was a teacher in the Business Department at SCHS. Seniors planning to major in business or technology may apply for this scholarship. | 3/1/2017 | $250 | Senior planning to major in business or technology, application form, list of activities, brief essay, two letters of recommendation | Link to application | |
30 | Charlotte Holt Memorial Scholarship | Mrs. Holt was the choral director at SCHS for several years. Any senior who is a member of chorus and is planning a degree in music may apply. | 3/1/2017 | $250 | Member of choir, planning a degree in music, application, essay, two letters of recommendation | Link to application | |
31 | Helen Allen Memorial Scholarship | The recipient must plan to major in a human services area. This includes, but is not limited to, social work, the ministry, teaching, psychology, sociology, and areas of medicine. | 3/1/2017 | $250 | Written statement with future plans and official transcript | Link to application | |
32 | David Wright Memorial Scholarship | This scholarship is for any senior graduating from Salem Community High School. Applicants must continue their education at a college, university, or community college upon graduation from high school. | 3/1/2017 | $500 | Three evaluations, application form, list of activities and awards, essay | Link to application | |
33 | McClain Memorial Scholarship | Kerry McClain was the SCHS Principal for 17 years (1967-1984). He and his wife, Peggy, were killed in a tragic train-car accident. The scholarship will be awarded to a senior student who will be graduating from Salem Community High School and pursuing a teacher career. | 3/1/2017 | $250 | Upper 20% of graduating class, ACT score, pursuing a degree in teaching, financial need, personality and potential as a teacher, application, essay, two letters of recommendation | Link to application | |
34 | John D. Andrews Memorial Scholarship | John D. Andrews was a 1983 graduate of SCHS. John was a pioneer in the beginning days of internet service and he was passionate about technology. John started several small businesses throughout his lifetime and was the 2nd internet provider in all of Illinois and Missouri. John worked closely with the University of Illinois, Illinois State Board of Education, and school districts all over the state to provide the internet to schools. He later went on to become the President and CEO of US Sonet. | 3/1/2017 | $1,000 | This scholarship will be awarded to an individual who plans to pursue a degree in Information Technology, Computer Programming, Computer Science, Network Administration, Computer Network Engineering, or Information Systems. | Link to application | |
35 | South Central FS-Careers in Agriculture Scholarship | Students pursuing a two year degree at a junior college in agronomy or related crop production, or closely related fields. All tuition and expenses paid, based on scholastic achievement, leadership in agriculture, and a perceived ability to contribute to agriculture in the future. | 3/1/2017 | Application, transcript, and two completed character reference forms. | Application available in student services. | ||
36 | Christine McQuiston Memorial Scholarship | P.E.O. is a philanthropic organization where women celebrate the advancement of women; educate women through scholarships, grants, awards, loans, and motivate women to achieve their highest aspirations. | 3/1/2017 | $2,500 | SCHS female student who plans to enroll full-time in an accedited two-year or four-year college/university in the USA. Canidates should demonstrate excellence in leadership, academics, extracurricular activities and community service. Two letters of reference and transcript required. | Link to application | |
37 | Austin Freeman Memorial Scholarship | Scholarship given in memory of Austin Freeman. Applicants must be enrolling in a Kaskaskia College medical related program. | 3/1/2017 | $500 | SCHS graduate enrolling in a KC medical related program of study, must attached official transcript | Link to application | |
38 | Bob Eller Athletic Scholarship | Bob Eller was a long-time teacher, coach, and athletic director at SCHS. He promoted good character, leadership, and sportsmanship. This scholarship was established in his memory by his wife, Anna Lou Eller, and her family. | 3/1/2017 | $500 | Senior male or female student at SCHS, actively participates in athletics at SCHS, has displayed good character, leadership, and sportsmanship, brief essay, list of accomplishments, two letters of recommendation | Link to application | |
39 | Peoples National Bank | Peoples National Bank has provided financial services to Southern Illinois since 1909. In keeping with the tradition of community service and commitment to the education of future civic and business leaders, Peoples National Bank has established an educational scholarship to assist high school graduates in continuing their education at a university, college, trade or vocational school. | 3/3/2017 | $500 | Student or parent/guardian must be customer of Peoples National Bank, student must show positive leadership/character, proof of full time enrollment in a 2yr or 4 yr college/university or trade/vocational school, maintained a B average or better for seven semesters | Link to application | |
40 | Robert D. and Donna M. Quick Scholarship | This scholarship is part of the Centralia Foundation Scholarships. Applications must be mailed to the Centralia Foundation before the deadline. You may pick up a copy of the application in Student Services or download the application under link tab on this page. | 3/15/2017 | Demostrate a financial need and maintain at least a 2.0 GPA, application and copy of transcript must be submitted by deadline | Link to application | ||
41 | Marion County Farm Bureau | The objective of the Marion County Farm Bureau Foundation’s Scholarship program is to provide scholarships to college students who major in agriculture, agribusiness, or an ag-related course of study. | 3/15/2017 | minumum $500 maximum $2,000 | Member or child of Farm Bureau member, interested in Agricultural field of study, financial need, must include picture along with application | Link to application | |
42 | Marion Eye Center Academic Achievement in Science | This scholarship will be awarded to the senior who applies with the highest GPA in sciences courses at SCHS | 3/18/2017 | $250 | Application and highest GPA in sciences classes at SCHS | Link to application | |
43 | Peg Edwards Nursing Scholarship | The Peg Edwards Nursing Scholarship was established to honor Peg’s dedication to the nursing profession. She was a Registered Nurse for over 39 years and received her Bachelor’s degree in Nursing in 2009. This scholarship’s purpose is to support a student whose intention is to obtain a Bachelor’s degree in Nursing and who demonstrates the initiative and leadership qualities to make a positive contribution to the health care industry by working in the field of nursing. | 3/31/2017 | $1,000 | Enrolled in a two year OR four year nursing degree program with the intention of pursing a bachelors degree in nursing, demonstration of initiative, leadership skills and/or abilities, application, personal statement, essay, two letter of recommendation, official transcript. Application must be mailed to Good Samaritan Hospital Foundation in Mt. Vernon by the deadline. | Link to application | |
44 | Salem Township Hospital Foundation-Linda Mobley Memorial Nursing Scholarship | This is a memorial scholarship to honor Linda Mobley's passion for the nursing profession. The applicant must be enrolled in the nursing program at Kaskaskia College. In addition the candidate agrees to pursue employment first at Salem Township Hospital. | 3/31/2017 | $2,500 | High school transcript, GPA of 3.0 | http://salemtownhosp.com/foundation/ | |
45 | Salem Township Hospital Foundation-Raterman Trust Allied Health Scholarship | The applicant must be enrolled in an Allied Health Program at an accredited college to include but not limited to Nursing, Radiology, Respiratory Therapy, Physical Therapy, Medical Coding, Pharmacy, or Medicine. In addition the candidate agrees to pursue employment first at Salem Township Hospital. | 3/31/2017 | $2,500 | High school transcript, GPA of 3.0 | http://salemtownhosp.com/foundation/ | |
46 | SSM Health Good Samaritan Auxiliary | Applicants must be pursuing a health care career, with an acceptance letter to an accredited school. | 3/31/2017 | $1,500 | Essay, official transcript, income information, interview in April, two letters of reference. | Application available in student services. | |
47 | SIU Credit Union | The applicant or the applicant's legal guardian must be a member of the SIU Credit Union. | 3/31/2017 | $1,000 | Application, transcript, letter of recommendation, essay | www.siucu.org/scholarship | |
48 | Heneghan and Associates Scholarship | Enrolled, or in the process of enrolling in one of the following higher-education programs: Engineering, Surveying, or Mathematics | 3/31/2017 | $500 | Application, transcript- Mail to Heneghan and Associates, P.C. Attn: Debbie Hayes 838 East McCord Centralia IL 62801 | Link to application | |
49 | Shelter Insurance Foundation Scholarship | Applicant must be planning to attend an accredited college or university | 3/31/2017 | $2,000 | Application completed and submitted in student services | Link to application | |
50 | Salem Township Hospital Auxillary Scholarship | The Auxiliary is able to provide scholarships to qualifying individuals desiring to pursue a career in the healthcare field and work in areas of the hospital after completion of their studies. | 3/31/2017 | $500 per semester for 2 years - 2 will be awarded | biographical essay which includes long range goals, 3 references, one letter of recommendation | Link to application | |
51 | Illinois Sheriffs' Association | The Illinois Sheriffs' Association will be awarding over 100 scholarships throughout the State of Illinois to students wishing to pursue high education during the 2016-2017 academic year. | 3/15/2017 | $500 | Must be a permanent Illinois resident, scholarship must be used at an institution of higher learning within the state of Illinois, application and written essay should be submitted to the sheriff's office in the county of your permanent residence. | http://www.ilsheriff.org/index.php/scholarships | |
52 | Bill and Gerrie Milam Scholarship | This scholarship is available to senior members of the golf team. | 3/1/2017 | $500 | Application and a written statement | Link to application | |
53 | Marvin Jenkins Memorial Scholarship | This scholarship is available to any student planning to attend an Illinois school and major in civil engineering or land surveying. | 3/1/2017 | $500 | Written statement, 2 teacher letters of recommendation, official transcript | Link to application | |
54 | Salem Theater Board Scholarship | This scholarship is available to any student planning to pursue a degree in the arts. This would include anything from drawing to painting to photography to design and even include art of the culinary, musical and literary varieties. | 3/31/2017 | $500 | Application, Written statement, 2 letters of recommendation | Link to application | |
55 | BCMW Scholarship | This scholarship is available to low-income residents of Bond, Clinton, Marion and Washington Counties. Must be planning to attend an Illinois accredited 2 year community college, vocational school, or 4 year college or university. | 3/24/2017 | $750 | Low-income (see informational packet), GPA, career goals statement, three letters of recommendation, and an interview. | Pick up packet in Student Services. | |
56 | Robert D. Petrea Memorial Scholarship | This scholarship is available to any senior planning to major in the field of agriculture. | 3/24/2017 | $500 | Written statement | Link to application | |
57 | Lost and Found by Grace | Must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher, plan to attend an accredited, degree-granting college or trade school, demonstrate active involvement in school and community service, plan to pursue a career in a helping field (such as counseling, social work, teaching, etc.) | 4/4/2017 | $1,000 | A cover page with your name and address and the scholarship name, a list of activities –school, community, church, etc., copy of your transcript including semester one Grade 12, an essay explaining your career plans and how you plan to serve in a “helping field.” This should be typed, double spaced and in 12 point font. It should not exceed 1000 words. | Link to application | |
58 | Rotary Club of Salem Healthcare Scholarship | This scholarship will be awarded annually to an individual or individuals pursuing a career in the field of healthcare. Preference to be given to the individuals(s) intending to come back to Salem to work in the hospital, nursing homes, or local Doctor's offices. | 4/14/2017 | $500 | Accepted to an accredited program, exhibit a financial need, signed affidavit acknowledging that scholarship money be repaid if student drops out or withdraws from school prior to the end of the semester for which the money has been paid, possess the academic ability necessary to succeed in the healthcare field. | Link to application | |
59 | Salem American Legion Post 128 Scholarship | The award recipients may apply the scholarship towards any of the following expenses: tuition and special fees, textbooks, room and board, and ancillary fees. Priority will be given to applicants who meet all criteria and have a relative who is or was a member of the American Legion. | 4/28/2017 | $250 | Must be enrolled as a full-time student (15 or more credit hours) at an accredited two- or four-year college/university or a vocational training program. GPA 2.0 or higher | Link to application | |
60 | NAL Scholarship for Excellence | This scholarship is for any senior planning to attend an accredited technical school, junior college, or university. The degree you are pursuing must be in business or technical field. | 5/19/2017 | $1,000 | Essay, three letters of recommendation | Link to application | |
61 | Lon McHaney Memorial Scholarship | Positive leadership and character exhibited in academic and extra-curricular activities and community activities . Applicant must plan to enroll full-time at an accredited two/four-year college, university, trade, or vocational school. Eligible applicants or parents/guardians must be a member in good standing of Kaskaskia Valley Community Credit Union. Applicants must have maintained a “B” average or better for seven semesters of high school. | 5/5/2017 | $200 | Completed application and transcript. | Link to application |
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