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3 | The Shannon Heflin Memorial Scholarship | This scholarship is awarded to the two individuals chosen to speak at graduation. | 4/1/2024 | 2-$500 | Applicants must have a 3.6 GPA, and submit a written draft and audio recording of speech. | Link to Guidelines | |
4 | Elks Most Valuable Student Scholarship | Judged on Scholarship, Leadership, and Financial Need | 11/13/2023 | Varies | Submit application online | Elks Most Valuable Student | |
5 | Elks Legacy Scholarship | Parent or grandparent must be an Elks member | 2/5/2024 | $4,000 | Submit application online | Elks Legacy | |
6 | Hagan Scholarship | Designed for high achieving students with financial need from a rural community. | 12/1/2023 | Varies | Apply online, enroll in a 4 year school, must have a 3.5 GPA, must work, must be eligible for Federal and State grants | Hagan Scholarship | |
7 | Golden Apple Scholars of Illinois Scholarship | Designed for high school seniors entering a teacher education program. | 12/1/2023 Early 4/1/2024 Final | Varies | Apply online, 2.5 GPA, must agree to teach in Illinois for 5 years. | Golden Apple | |
8 | Horatio Alger Association Scholarship | Minimum 2.0 GPA, critical financial need, complete list of eligibility requirements on website | 3/15/2024 | Varies | Submit application online | Horatio Alger | |
9 | DAR Scholarships-Local Chapter Isaac Hull | DAR's scholarships are awarded and judged without regard to gender, race, religion, national origin, or disability.Illinois DAR awards various scholaships. Specifics are listed on the website. | 1/31/2024 | Varies | Submit application online contact Karen Short at 618-918-9820 with questions | DAR | |
10 | CBAI Foundation for Community Banking Scholarship | The goal of this scholarship is to highlight the importance of community banking to the local economy. Email any questions to cortnib@cbai.com | Depends on local bank, Final deadline is 3/1/2024 | $500-$1,000 | Essay contest regarding the understanding, impact, and importance of community banking | Link to Application | |
11 | 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. | 2/1/2024 | $2,500 | SCHS female student who plans to enroll full-time in an accedited two-year or four-year college/university in the USA. Candidates should demonstrate excellence in leadership, academics, extracurricular activities and community service. Two letters of reference and transcript required. | Link to Application | |
12 | South Central FS Scholarship Program | The program is designed for students interested in sales and marketing roles, vocational roles, or applicator roles. Recipients will have community college or vocational program paid for and guaranteed employment upon completion. | 11/30/2023 | Tuition, fees and books | Complete the application, submit 2 letters of recommendation, and transcripts. Mail or email final application materials. | South Central FS Application | |
13 | Somer Real Estate Future Broker Scholarship | Applicants must be planning to pursue business/real estate, with the career goal of becoming a broker. | 1/31/2024 | $1,000 | Complete the application, schedule an interview, submit materials to Somer Real Estate | Link to Application | |
14 | Schmidt Ford Future Mechanic Scholarship | Applicants must be planning to pursue further education in the automotive field. | 1/31/2024 | $1,000 | Complete the application, schedule an interview, submit materials to Schmidt Ford | Link to Application | |
15 | Schmidt Ford Future Fishing Scholarship | Applicants must be going to college to fish on a bass fishing team. | 1/31/2024 | $1,000 | Complete the application, submit materials to Schmidt Ford | Link to Application | |
16 | Illinois Chemical Education Foundation | Open to all future chemists, chemical engineers, environmental engineers, or high school chemistry teachers | 3/8/2024 | $2,000 | Application, two letters of recommendation, transcript and an essay, submit via mail | Illinois Chemical Education Foundation | |
17 | Wild Turkey Federation Scholarship - Local Chapter | The purpose of the NWTF Dr. James Earl Kennamer Academic Scholarship Program is to recognize and reward an NWTF member, who is currently a senior in high school, for their outstanding academic achievement, community involvement and leadership roles. The National Scholarship Winner will receive a $10,000 scholarship sponsored by Mossy Oak. | 1/1/2024 | $250 | Must hold current hunting license, minimun 3.0 GPA, an essay and 2 letters of recommendation Contact Gerald Lively with questions LOCAL SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINE EXTENDED 1/15/24 | Link to Application | |
18 | Illinois Electric Cooperative Memorial Scholarships | Application must be submitted online and completed in one sitting. Contact the local office with any questions 618-244-5151. | 12/31/2023 | $2,000 | Tri-County Electric Cooperative Member | Link to Application | |
19 | 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. | 3/1/2024 | $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 | |
20 | Wabash-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. This scholarship has been started to honor his memory. | 3/15/2024 | $1,000 | Complete the application, transcript required, and a written statement. Mail in completed materials to Wabash Communications. | Link to Application | |
21 | Wabash Communications Co-op General Scholarship | For customers of Wabash Communications Coop | 3/15/2024 | $2,000 | Apply online or mail in application to Wabash Communications. | Link to Application | |
22 | Salem Community Theatre and Cultural Center 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. | 3/1/2024 | $500 | Application, written statement, 2 letters of recommendation 2024-2 reciipients will be chosen | Link to Application | |
23 | 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. | 3/1/2024 | $500 | Graduate of Selmaville, no minimum GPA, written statement, two letters of recommendation | Link to Application | |
24 | Robert Marion & Ethel Keolker 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. | 3/1/2024 | $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 | |
25 | Iuka State Bank Scholarship | Business, finance, agribusiness degree preferred. Application, essay and letter of recommendation submitted to Student Services prior to deadline | 3/1/2024 | $1,000 | Achievement, extracurricular involvement, community activities | Link to Application | |
26 | Salem Fraternal Order of Police Criminal Justice Scholarship | The Salem Fraternal Order of Police are looking to award one SCHS senior planning to pursue a criminal justice degree in Illinois a scholarship. | 3/1/2024 | $2,500 | Application and essay to be submitted to Student Services. | Link to Application | |
27 | Kim Mulvany Memorial Scholarship | This scholarship is for a student entering the nursing program at KC. | 3/1/2024 | $1,000 | Complete the application, write a personal statement, provide proof of enrollment, and include two letters of recommendation. | Link to Application | |
28 | The Dr. Robert Raver Scholarship presented by the SCHS Academic Foundation | This scholarship opportunity is for students that have a GPA of 3.6 or higher. | 3/1/2024 | $1,000 | Written statement, 2 teacher letters of recommendation, official transcript | Link to Application | |
29 | Veterans Scholarship | Students with a military affiliation have preference, but it is not required | 3/1/2024 | $500 | Biographical essay with future plans, one letter of recommendation, official transcript | Link to Application | |
30 | Albright Family Scholarship | The objective of this scholarship is to fund students venturing beyond 100 miles from Salem and attending academically rigorous and competitive institutions. As the application states, we will decide on who future recipients will be given their full story, i.e. where they plan to go (and maybe why) and then what their financial situation looks like. | 3/1/2024 | $2,000 | Complete the application and provide necessary documents. | Link to Application | |
31 | Maddie Finch Memorial Scholarship | Applicant must be planning to pursue a major or minor in a second language. | 3/1/2024 | $500 | Completed application, written statement, 2 letters of recommendation | Link to Application | |
32 | Austin Freeman Memorial Scholarship | Two scholarships will given in memory of Austin Freeman. Applicants must be enrolling in a Kaskaskia College. | 3/1/2024 | $500 | SCHS graduate enrolling at Kaskaskia College, must attach official transcript | Link to Application | |
33 | 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 both a male and female student who will be attending Murray State University in Murray KY. | 3/1/2024 | $500 | SCHS senior, official transcript, letter of acceptance to Murray State University | Link to Application | |
34 | 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. | 3/1/2024 | $500 | Written statement, 2 teacher letters of recommendation, official transcript | Link to Application | |
35 | 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. | 3/1/2024 | $500 | Senior entering an agricultural program in college, biographical sketch with future plans, list of activities, GPA, ACT, letter of recommendation | Link to Application | |
36 | 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. | 3/1/2024 | $250 | Senior planning to major in business or technology, application form, list of activities, brief essay, two letters of recommendation | Link to Application | |
37 | 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. | 3/1/2024 | $250 | Member of choir, planning a degree in music, application, essay, two letters of recommendation | Link to Application | |
38 | 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. | 3/1/2024 | $250 | Written statement with future plans and official transcript | Link to Application | |
39 | 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. | 3/1/2024 | $500 | Three evaluations, application form, list of activities and awards, essay | Link to Application | |
40 | 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. | 3/1/2024 | $250 | Upper 20% of graduating class, ACT or SAT score, pursuing a degree in teaching, financial need, personality and potential as a teacher, application, essay, two letters of recommendation | Link to Application | |
41 | The Heflin Science Scholarship | This scholarship is for a student that exhibits a strong aptitude for science. | 3/1/2024 | $1,000 | Any senior intending to pursue a degree in a science related field, no minimum GPA requirement | Link to Application | |
42 | Mary Gertrude Morton Educational Memorial Scholarship | This is a one time scholarship awarded to a student pursuing a degree in education. | 3/1/2024 | $500-$1,000 | Complete the application and submit to student services. | Link to Application | |
43 | Larry Malone Scholarship for Arts and Letters | This scholarship is for students pursuing a college degree in the arts, music, or English. | 3/1/2024 | $500 | Complete the application and submit to student services. | Link to Application | |
44 | Salem Elementary Teachers Association Scholarship | This scholarship is for students that graduated from Franklin Park. One will be awarded to a future teacher and the other to a student entering a vocational program. | 3/1/2024 | $500 | Complete the application, two letters of recommendation and submit to student services. | Link to Application | |
45 | Mission Salem Vocational Scholarship | The Mission Salem Vocational Scholarship is for any Salem High student that plans to pursue a career in the building trades (construction, welding, HVAC, plumbing, electrician, etc.). There is also a volunteer component, recipients must volunteer 20 hours with Mission Salem. | 3/1/2024 | $1,000 | Application, Written statement of career and educational plans, 2 letters of recommendation. Mail completed apps to Mission Salem PO Box 541 Salem IL 62881 ATTN: Scholarship Committee | Link to Application | |
46 | Ralph Mirka Aviation Scholarship | Given to a senior(s) planning to major in the field of aviation. | 3/31/2024 | $1,664 | Biographical essay-with career goals, three references, transcripts | Link to Application | |
47 | Illinois Elks Children's Care Program | Physical and Occupational Therapy Majors and Physical and Occupational Therapy Assistant Degrees, application will be available after 12/1 | 3/3/2024 | $500-$3,000 | Submit completed application to Local Elks Lodge | Link to Application | |
48 | Farm Credit Agriculture Scholarship | For seniors planning to pursue a major and career related to agriculture | 2/29/2024 | Varies | Submit online application, essay, and other verification | Farm Credit Scholarship Application | |
49 | Robert D. and Donna M. Quick Scholarship-Centralia Foundation | This scholarship is part of the Centralia Foundation Scholarships. Applications must be mailed to the Centralia Foundation before the deadline. | 3/8/2024 | Varies | Demonstrate a financial need and maintain at least a 2.0 GPA, application and copy of transcript must be submitted by deadline to address on application | Link to Application | |
50 | IAA Foundation | Various scholarship opportunities for agriculture majors. | 2/15/2024 | Varies | Check website for full list of requirements and eligibility. | Link to Application | |
51 | 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. | 3/31/2024 | $2,000 | Biographical essay which includes long range goals, 3 references, one letter of recommendation, completed applications must be mailed to address on application | Link to Application | |
52 | Salem Township Hospital Foundation 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. | 4/30/2024 | $2,500 | High school transcript, GPA of 3.0, submit to address on application | Link to Application | |
53 | Alamelu Lakshmanan Health Career Scholarship | The applicant must be a resident of Marion County, be enrolled in an Allied Health Program at an accredited college. Applicant must also agree that he/she will apply for employment first with Salem Township Hospital. | 4/30/2024 | $1,000 | High school transcript, GPA of 3.0, submit to address on application | Link to Application | |
54 | Gale Baker Memorial Scholarship | Must be planning to pursue a career in Ag or a trade. | 3/1/2024 | $500 | Application, List of Activities, Essay | Link to Application | |
55 | Zachary Braddy Memorial Scholarship | This scholarship is for seniors at SCHS planning to enroll in a junior college or 4 year college with plans to pursue a degree in education or something related or health care. | 4/15/2024 | $500 | Completed application, transcript, essay | Link to Application | |
56 | Modern Woodman-Make an Impact Scholarship | Must have Modern Woodmen life insurance, enrolling as a full-time student at a 2 or 4 year college or university, minimum of 40 hours of volunteer hours, GPA requirement-track 1-3.50, track 2-2.50 | 2/5/2024 | Varies | Application online, submit transcript | Link to Application | |
57 | Heneghan and Associates Scholarship | Enrolled, or in the process of enrolling in one of the following higher-education programs: Civil Engineering, or Surveying | 3/22/2024 | $500 | Mail completed application and materials to- Heneghan and Associates, P.C. Attn: Laura Dabbs 1004 State Highway 16 Jerseyville, IL 62052 You can call 618-498-6418 with questions | Link to Application | |
58 | SSM Health Good Samaritan Auxiliary | Applicants must be pursuing a health related career, with an acceptance letter to an accredited school. | 3/29/2024 | $1,000-$1,500 | Letter of acceptance, essay, transcript, financial information, two letters of reference. Mail application and supporting documents to SSM Health Good Samaritan Hospital Auxiliary Scholarship Committee 1 Good Samaritan Way Mt. Vernon, IL 62864 | Link to Application | |
59 | Shelter Insurance Foundation Scholarship | Applicant must be planning to attend an accredited college or university | 3/31/2024 | $1,500 | Application completed and submitted in student services, see info sent in email. | Link to Application | |
60 | 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. | 3/1/2024 | $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 | |
61 | The Sue's Kids Acts of Kindness Foundation Scholarship | Awarded in memory of former Hawthorn Elementary Teacher and First Woman Mayor of Salem, Sue Morgan. Mrs. Morgan was known for putting students first and helping others regardless of their circumstance. This scholarship is based on, but not limited to, you overcoming adversity, making a difference in your school and community, completing acts of kindness or Paying It Forward. | 3/1/2024 | $500 | Complete online application, 500-1000 word essay, 2.0 or higher GPA | Link to Application | |
62 | Illinois Sheriffs' Association Scholarship | The Illinois Sheriffs' Association will be awarding over 100 scholarships throughout the State of Illinois to students wishing to pursue high education during the 2023-2024 academic year. | 3/15/2024 | $500-$1,000 | 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. | Link to Application | |
63 | 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. | 5/1/2024 | $1,000 | Enrolled in a two year OR four year nursing degree program with the intention of pursuing 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 | |
64 | North American Lighting Scholarship for Excellence | NAL is the largest automotive lighting manufacturer in North America. NAL is committed to its surrounding community and fostering the continued education of two students interested in a career in business or technical fields. This scholarship will be paid directly to the college as designated by the student. | 4/5/2024 | $1,000 | Pursuing a degree in business, engineering, or technical program, three letters of recommendation, and a 500 word essay | Link to application | |
65 | Xi Eta Chapter of Beta Sigma Phi Scholarship | Applications must be returned to Student Services prior to deadline | 3/1/2024 | $500 | SCHS senior, 3.0 GPA, short essay | Link to Application | |
66 | Salem American Legion Auxiliary | This scholarship is for any student with a Veteran in their family. | 3/15/2024 | $200 | Complete application, provide a 200-300 word essay, submit to Mrs. Knapp | Link to Application | |
67 | Marion County Farm Bureau Foundation Scholarships | 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. | 3/15/2024 | minumum $1,000 maximum $1,500 | Member or child of Farm Bureau member, interested in Agricultural field of study, financial need, must include picture along with application | Link to Application | |
68 | 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. | 3/1/2024 | $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-include transcript, mail completed packet to address on form. | Link to Application | |
69 | Getting There Scholarship Program | The DCFS Scholarship Program provides several scholarships each year. These scholarships are for students that have been or ar in DCFS care. | 3/31/2024 | Varies | If you have questions please call the DCFS Office of Education and Transition Services at 217-557-2689 | Please email DCFS.OfficeofEducationandTransitionServices@Illinois.gov to get an application | |
70 | The Helen Woodruff Future Educator Scholarship | This scholarship is for a student entering the field of education. | 4/10/2024 | $500 | Complete application and personal statement. | Link to Application | |
71 | Rotary International District 6510 Foundation Scholarship | Applicants must reside in Rotary 6510 District. See application for details. | 3/1/2024 | $2,500 | Email completed application and materials to address listed on application. Must include: school and community involvement, career plan, essay, etc. | Link to Application | |
72 | Gregory F. Yank "Servant Leader" Scholarship | Applicants must reside in Rotary 6510 District. See application for details. | 4/1/2024 | $2,500 | Email completed application and materials to address listed on application. Must include: resume, career plan, essay, etc. | Link to Application | |
73 | Salem Elks/Wes Villalobos Memorial Scholarship | Wes Villalobos was a 2007 graduate of SCHS. This scholarship will be awarded to a senior graduating from SCHS, or former SCHS graduate transferring to a university, planning to pursue a career in engineering. | 3/1/2024 | $1,000 | Application, minimum GPA of 3.0, essay, and two letters of recommendation | Link to Application |