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Goodyear Engineering Discipline Scholarship FundScholarships to be awarded to Ohio high school seniors enrolled in an accredited college or university to pursue a Bachelor of Science in a Goodyear Engineering discipline. Must attend Goodyear STEM Career Day on 2/28/25.12/31/24https://stemcareerday.goodyear.com/scholarships
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Goodyear STEM Scholarship FundScholarships to be awarded to Ohio high school seniors enrolled in an accredited college or university to pursue a Bachelor's degree in a Goodyear STEM discipline. Must attend Goodyear STEM Career Day on 2/28/25.12/31/24https://stemcareerday.goodyear.com/scholarships
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Foundation for Geauga Parks ConservationFor high school seniors residing in/attending school Geauga County who plan to attend an accredited two or four-year college or university, or a career or technical education institution the following fall for studies in the areas that promote education, preservation, conservation and appreciation of natural resources. (Ex: studies in natural sciences, biology, park management, etc.) The college or university must be a public or private, not-for-profit institution from which an associate’s or bachelor’s degree can be received. Preference to students who have participated in extra-curriculars such as Envirothon, academic or community projects, volunteer services, clubs, fundraisers, internships or employment that promotes values aligned with the FGP mission.1/31/25https://www.foundationforgeaugaparks.org/pages/grantsAdded 1/6/24
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Charles L Warren Memorial HeritageScholarship Four one-time awards of $1,500 available to high school seniors who demonstrate a continued commitment to cultural and intellectual diversity who attend schools that have at least one school or college counselor who is a current member of OACAC. GPA must be a 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale. The student must have plans to attend an Ohio college or university.1/8/25https://oacac.org/student-scholarships/
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Maltz Museum Stop the Hate Essay Contest (Grade 6-10)500-word-or-less essay contest asking students to reflect on bias they have witnessed, experienced, or learned about; then share what they have done or will do in response. Open to students in Ashtabula, Cuyahoga, Geauga, Lake, Lorain, Mahoning, Medina, Portage, Stark, Summit, Trumble, Wayne counties. Awards ranging from $1,000-$20,000. Winners are also awarded grants for their high school.1/9/25https://www.maltzmuseum.org/stop-the-hate-essay-contest-entry-form/
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Lila M. Van Sweringen Student Scholarship$1,000 scholarship open to Ohio students who attend Ohio high schools, will be attending a postsecondary institution the fall after high school graduation, and wish to pursue an office-related career.1/10/25https://eopo-oh.org/scholarships/
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Ohio Nurses Foundation ScholarshipsVariety of nursing scholarships for students pursing nursing: (1) Minority Scholarship for students pursuing their first nursing degree that leads to RN licensure; lives in the state of Ohio and is of a minority race, (2) Traditional Nursing Student Scholarship for students who do not have breaks longer than 2 years in their formal education (from high school to college) and have not yet obtained a degree, (3) Students Returning to School for Nursing Scholarship - For students who have been out of school more than 2 years and are not an RN, (4) RN Pursuing Advanced Degree In Nursing, (5) RN Pursuing BSN, and (6) LPN Pursuing RN Licensure.1/15/25https://ohionursesfoundation.org/scholarships-and-grants-3/
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Maltz Museum Stop the Hate Essay Contest (Grade 11-12)500-word-or-less essay contest asking students to reflect on bias they have witnessed, experienced, or learned about; then share what they have done or will do in response. Open to students in Ashtabula, Cuyahoga, Geauga, Lake, Lorain, Mahoning, Medina, Portage, Stark, Summit, Trumble, Wayne counties. Awards ranging from $100-$400. 1/16/25https://www.maltzmuseum.org/stop-the-hate-essay-contest-entry-form/
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Ohio Township Association Scholarship ProgramFive $1500 scholarships for high school seniors for their future education. Must reside in a township in Ohio. Two awards for college-bound students based on academic achievement; two for college-bound students based on outstanding citizenship through service to community; one award for students planning to attend a trade or vocational school.1/31/25https://www.ohiotownships.org/scholarship-program
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Ohio University Women's Club Partial- to full-tuition scholarship for a high school senior from the Greater Cleveland area (Cuyahoga, Geauga, Lake, Lorain, and Medina counties) who will be entering Ohio University as a freshman in the fall of 2025.2/1/25https://bit.ly/m/OUWomensClubCLE
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Ohio Elks Association Legacy Scholarship $4,000 scholarships ($1000 per year for four years) for high school seniors who are a child or grandchild (or step-child, step-grandchild, or legal ward) of a living Elk who joined the Order on or before April 1, 2022, or a charter member of a Lodge that was instituted on or after April 1, 2022, is eligible to apply. The Elk must also be a paid-up member through March 31, 2025. Great-grandchildren are not eligible. This is technically a national scholarship, however a select number are allocated per state, with an additional 100 at-large scholarships that will be awarded to the best-scoring applicants, regardless of state and parentage. Ohio has been allocated up to 8 awards for 2025.2/3/25https://www.elks.org/scholars/scholarships/Legacy.cfm
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Cavaliers HBCU ScholarshipFive $10,000 scholarships awarded to (1) Northeast Ohio high school seniors committed to an accredited HBCU, or (2) full-time undergraduates attending an accredited HBCU during the 2025-26 school year and permanent residents of Northeast Ohio. Scholarships are awarded based on academic performance, outstanding community service, and need. Must attend high school in Ashtabula, Cuyahoga, Erie, Geauga, Holmes, Lake, Lorain, Medina, Portage, Stark, Summit, or Wayne county.2/7/25https://www.nba.com/cavaliers/community/education
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Cavaliers Scholarship supported by HuntingtonFive $10,000 scholarships for Northeast Ohio graduating seniors to attend college, vocational/trade school, or similar education course that will provide a certification or degree during the 2025-2026 academic year. Scholarships are awarded based on academic performance, outstanding community service, and need. Must attend high school in Ashtabula, Cuyahoga, Erie, Geauga, Holmes, Lake, Lorain, Medina, Portage, Stark, Summit, or Wayne county.2/7/25https://www.nba.com/cavaliers/community/education
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City Club of Cleveland Hope and Stanley Adelstein Free Speech Essay ContestAnnual essay contest (500-1000 words for all Northeast Ohio high school students Contest for Grades 11 & 12: $250-$1000. Contest for Grades 9 & 10: $100-500. The 2025 prompt is focused on student protests on college campuses. Should students be punished for expressing their views, or does free speech protect their right to protest? How much control should schools have over student expression, and where should the limits be drawn? 2/14/25https://www.cityclub.org/student-engagement/essay-contest
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Engineer Foundation of Ohio A variety of scholarships for students admitted to engineering programs approved by the Accreditation Board of Engineering and Technology (ABET). Applicants can list up to three scholarships on the one application. Opportunities most relevant to LEAF-contracted high schoolers: (1) Cyril W. Neff, P.E., P.S., Memorial Scholarship ($2,500/year, renewable) for students from Cuyahoga, Lorain, Lake, Geauga, Medina and Ashtabula counties, entering Ohio colleges or the University of Notre Dame; (2) Raymond H. Fuller, P.E., Memorial Scholarship ($1,000, non-renewable) based on academic achievement and financial need, accepted for enrollment at an Ohio college or university; (3) Peter Peterson–University of Toledo – Memorial Scholarship ($1,200/year, renewable), must be accepted for enrollment at the University of Toledo. They also offer an Engineers Foundation of Ohio General Fund Scholarship ($1,000/year, non-renewable) for junior & senior COLLEGE STUDENTS.2/15/25https://ohioengineer.com/index.php/students-educators/scholarships
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Ohio Landscape Association Green Industry ScholarshipMinimum $750 award for high school seniors or current college students who reside in Ohio and attend/plan to attend an accredited (two or four year) college in Ohio pursuing a degree or certificate program in horticulture or a horticulture-related field. Scholarships awarded will be for the current school year only. Awarded based on academic performance, extracurricular activities, work experience, and demonstrated interest in a career in the landscape industry.2/21/25https://www.ohiolandscapers.org/scholarships.htmlAdded 1/7/25
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Ohio Section AWWA Scholarship12 scholarships for students residing in Ohio and attending an Ohio-accredited institution of higher learning during the scholarship year, in a water industry-related program (i.e. science, engineering, management, computer information systems, or another water-related field).2/21/25https://www.oawwa.org/scholarships
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Mary Virginia MerrickTheChrist Child Society of the Western Reserve is offering a $1000.00 Mary Virginia Merrick Scholarship Opportunity to one graduating Senior from each Lake County High School. There is no GPA requirement, and is open to any graduating Senior who plans to attend a Trade School, Community College, or 4 Year College/University Public or Private. Please see the attached document outlining the application process and esssay prompt, and return application essays to your School Counselor, no later than 2/28/25. 2/28/25Application Guidelines
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Michael Kibbey & Ron Betz ScholarshipScholarship for students who identify as LGBTQ+ and a member of a minority who are pursuing any post-secondary program, including two- or four-year programs, advanced degrees (master’s, doctorate, etc.) career, technical, or certification program either full- or part-time in Ohio. Must have volunteered time in support of their community.3/1/25https://columbusfoundation.org/search/scholarships/detail/MichaelKibbeyandRonBetzScholarship/526Added 1/21/25
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Steve Falk, Cardinal Health Equality Scholarship$500 minimum scholarship for students who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or queer (LGBTQ+), majoring or planning to major in a healthcare-related field, pursuing a postsecondary education at a central Ohio (Franklin and contiguous counties) college or university, full-time.3/1/25https://columbusfoundation.org/search/scholarships/detail/SteveFalkCardinalHealthEqualityScholarship/497Added 1/21/25
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Volstead Holdings ScholarshipMinimum $500 scholarship for residents of central and northeast Ohio to continue Ohio's tradition of inventing and building through technical postsecondary education in fields related to design, construction, manufacturing, and logistics. An emphasis is placed on skilled trades and technical academic fields. Must be pursuing or plan to pursue a trade, certification, apprenticeship, or two-year community college program.3/1/25https://columbusfoundation.org/search/scholarships/detail/VolsteadHoldingsScholarship/427Added 1/21/25
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PrimaryOne Health Community Healthcare Justice ScholarshipUp to $2,000 annually renewable scholarships for students from racial, ethnic, and cultural underrepresented populations pursuing careers in healthcare. Must be an Ohio resident pursuing a two-, four-, or eight-year accredited bachelor’s, master’s, or certification program either full- or part-time in Ohio.3/1/25https://columbusfoundation.org/search/scholarships/detail/PrimaryOneHealthCommunityScholarship/577Added 1/21/25
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Cleveland Clinic Akron General Service League Nursing ScholarshipFor students who are accepted by an accredited college of nursing. The scholarships are awarded based on candidate’s scholarship and financial need. APP OPENS IN JAN.3/1/25https://my.clevelandclinic.org/-/scassets/files/org/locations/akron-general/medical-professionals/nurses/service-league-scholarship.ashx?la=en
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Ohio Association of Public School Employees Memorial Foundation Scholarship$2,500 scholarships for any graduating high school senior (1) intending to enroll in a full-time degree program in any two- or four-year accredited university or college, or in an accredited business, technical or trade school and (2) whose parent or legal guardian has been a member in good standing of the Ohio Association of Public School Employees (OAPSE/AFSCME Local 4/AFL-CIO) for one year (or who signed up for OAPSE/AFSCME Membership at the first opportunity after hire). 3/1/25https://oapse.org/scholarships/
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Ohio Natural Energy Institute$1,500 scholarships to students who (1) have a career goal in the natural gas and oil industry (2) are a U.S. citizen, (3) are OHIO resident OR a student attending, or planning to attend, an accredited OHIO college, university, technical or trade school and (4) must have and maintain a grade point average (G.P.A.) of 2.5 or higher. WILL OPEN JAN 1.3/1/25https://www.ohionaturalenergy.org/scholarships
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Horatio Alger Ohio Scholars- JUNIORSSeventeen (17) $10,000 schlarships for full-time Ohio high school juniors who (1) exhibit a strong commitment to pursue and complete a bachelor’s degree at an accredited non-profit public or private institution in the United States immediately after high school graduation (students may start their studies at a two-year institution and then transfer to a four-year institution), (2) have displayed integrity, and perseverance in overcoming adversity, (3) have critical financial need, ($65,000 or lower adjusted gross family income), (4) is involved in co-curricular and community service activities, and (5) maintains a minimum 2.0 GPA. Must be a US citizen. Students will also be considreed for national Horatio Alger awards with the one application.3/1/25https://horatioalger.org/scholarships-and-services/undergraduate-scholarships/?_location=ohio&_class_year=hs-junior
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PrimaryOne Health Community Healthcare Justice ScholarshipUp to $2,000 annually renewable scholarships for students from racial, ethnic, and cultural underrepresented populations pursuing careers in healthcare. Must be an Ohio resident pursuing a two-, four-, or eight-year accredited bachelor’s, master’s, or certification program either full- or part-time in Ohio.3/1/25https://columbusfoundation.org/search/scholarships/detail/PrimaryOneHealthCommunityScholarship/577Added 2/7/25
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Steve Falk, Cardinal Health Equality Scholarship$500 minimum scholarship for students who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or queer (LGBTQ+), majoring or planning to major in a healthcare-related field, pursuing a postsecondary education at a central Ohio (Franklin and contiguous counties) college or university, full-time.3/1/25https://columbusfoundation.org/search/scholarships/detail/SteveFalkCardinalHealthEqualityScholarship/497Added 2/7/25
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Grand Lodge of Free & Accepted Mason of Ohio ScholarshipScholarships open to graduating high school seniors throughout Ohio's 25 masonic districts. Applicants do not need to be related to an Ohio Freemason to be considered. Applicants must provide the first page of the SAR to demonstrate financial need. Application also considers GPA, organizational involvement, and community service and requires students to list the accredited institution where they plan to attend.3/1/25https://www.freemason.com/charities/scholarships/Added 2/18/25
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Cleveland Browns Foundation Marion Motley Scholarship Two $2,500 four-year renewable scholarships for motivated NE Ohio high school seniors (including Cuyohoga, Lake, Geauga, and Portage counties, among others) graduating in 2025 whose long-term career goal could include working in education or for a professional sports organization such as but not limited to: accounting, business, communications, event management, exercise science, finance, graphic, design, human resources, information technology, journalism, kinesiology, marketing/advertising, public relations, or sports management. Must: (1) be on track to graduate at the end of the 2024-2025 academic year, (2) be planning to enroll in a two-year or four-year college in 2025, (3) have a minimum 2.5 cumulative grade point average through junior year in high school, and (4) have a minimum 18 ACT or 960 SAT (highest math and highest verbal).3/5/25https://app.smarterselect.com/programs/99170-College-Now-Greater-ClevelandAdded 2/18/25
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KeyBank Scholarship Program$2,500 scholarships, renewable up to 4 years for the child of an individual who currently is employed by and works more than 20 hours per week for KeyBank. The employee must have been at KeyBank for at least one year by the application deadline based on their most recent hire date. A child is defined as a natural or adopted child, a dependent stepchild or foster/under legal guardianship of a KeyBank employee. The applicant must be under 26 years of age. Financial need will be considered if all else is equal between applicants. The applicant must: (1) be a graduating high school senior or a current college student planning to attend or currently attending an accredited two- or four-year college or university, pursuing an associate’s or bachelor’s degree or equivalent; (2) be applying to attend school on a full-time basis; (3) have a minimum 3.0 GPA; and (4) demonstrate at least one year of participation in an extracurricular sport, activity, or employment.
3/7/25https://www.daytonfoundation.org/keybank-scholarshipAdded 1/6/25
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Volstead Holdings ScholarshipMinimum $500 scholarship for residents of central and northeast Ohio to continue Ohio's tradition of inventing and building through technical postsecondary education in fields related to design, construction, manufacturing, and logistics. An emphasis is placed on skilled trades and technical academic fields. Must be pursuing or plan to pursue a trade, certification, apprenticeship, or two-year community college program.3/1/25https://columbusfoundation.org/search/scholarships/detail/VolsteadHoldingsScholarship/427Added 1/6/25
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Mentor Area Chamber of
Commerce 		Minimum of two $1000 scholarships open to any senior of a school located in the city of Mentor or student of a Mentor Area Chamber of Commerce member.* *Mentor Area Chamber of Commerce employees & family members are not eligible to apply. Funds to be used for education beyond the high school level in any college, institution, or vocational program.3/7/25https://mentorchamber.org/macc-foundation-scholarship-application/
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Roddick Fund ScholarshipScholarship for residents of the Painesville area, residing or attending high school in the 44077 and 44045 postal zones. Applicants must have a 2.5 cumulative GPA.3/7/25https://docs.google.com/document/d/1x6nnqIepW_7Ff9Gk84xilwRrd7X8XuJURFvIzyaVkBE/copy?urp=gmail_linkAdded 1/17/25
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Scholarship for a New GenerationRenewable, need-based scholarship for outstanding graduating high school seniors in Northeast Ohio who are immigrants or first-generation U.S. citizens entering a four-year accredited college or university. Must have a cumulative weighted GPA of at least a 2.5 and minimum ACT composite score of 18 Or combined verbal and math SAT score of 960. Must file the 2025-2026 FAFSA and qualify for the Federal Pell Grant.3/7/25https://app.smarterselect.com/programs/101054-College-Now-Greater-ClevelandAdded 1/17/25
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Albert W. Geater Memorial Scholarship Renewable scholarships for deserving students studying accounting at any accredited nonprofit educational institution. Must be a resident of Northeast Ohio OR accepted/enrolled in an accredited nonprofit educational institution in Northeast Ohio.3/12/25https://collegenowgc.org/cleveland-foundation-scholarship-listing/the-albert-w-geater-memorial-scholarship/Added 1/7/25
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Association of Asian Indian Women in Ohio ScholarshipNeed-based scholarships for Ohio residents who are either (1) a women of Asian Indian descent or (2) a high school senior (any gender) of Asian Indian descent. Must be enrolled/enrolling full-time or part-time at an accredited nonprofit educational institution. (Award amount unspecified; $1,000 in previous years.)3/12/25https://collegenowgc.org/cleveland-foundation-scholarship-listing/association-of-asian-indian-women-in-ohio-scholarship/Added 1/7/25
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Charles D. Whitmer Fund "Work, Save, Invest" Scholarship Scholarship to help persons with an entrepreneurial spirit, at any age, attend – on a full-time basis – an accredited nonprofit four-year college or university. Must be a resident of Cuyahoga, Lorain, Lake or Geauga County, enrolled or planning to enroll full time at an accredited nonprofit four-year college or university, with a willingness to work, save and pay for a portion of your educational expenses. Preference given to ROTC program cadets whose service leads to a commission in the US Armed Forces. (Award amount unspecified; $1,000 in previous years.)3/12/25https://collegenowgc.org/cleveland-foundation-scholarship-listing/charles-d-whitmer-fund-scholarship/Added 1/7/25
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McKinney Family Fund ScholarshipScholarships to graduating high school seniors and/or graduate students who have been a resident of Ohio for at least two years and are seeking a education. Preference given to African American applicants, Hispanic applicants, and those living in Greater Cleveland.3/12/25https://collegenowgc.org/cleveland-foundation-scholarship-listing/mckinney-family-fund-scholarship/Added 1/7/25
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Ruth Burda Motzer ScholarshipScholarship for students from Cuyahoga, Lake or Geauga County who demonstrate financial need. Preference given to those studying health science, law or education.3/12/25https://collegenowgc.org/cleveland-foundation-scholarship-listing/the-ruth-burda-motzer-scholarship/Added 1/7/25
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Wilma A. Chapman Scholarship Fund$1,000 minimum scholarship for NE Ohio student who has been diagnosed with diagnosed with a mental illness in one of the following categories: schizophrenia, mood disorders, or anxiety disorders. Must have treating physician’s endorsement indicating the applicant’s potential to succeed in undertaking college/university course work. Must be enrolled or enrolling in an accredited, nonprofit institution at the undergraduate or graduate level with a minimum 2.0 GPA. Must demonstrate financial need.3/12/25https://collegenowgc.org/cleveland-foundation-scholarship-listing/wilma-a-chapman-scholarship-fund/Added 1/17/24
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Rita Matteo Memorial ScholarshipOpen to all graduating seniors who at minimum: attended two years at any Lake County high school, resides in Lake County for two years or whose parent/guardian participated in the RMMS Golf Outing for two years. A minimum of 150 community service hours is required to be considered. In 2025, the scholarship board has allocated funds to award scholarships up to $28,000.00. 3/13/25http://www.ritamatteo.org/Added 1/17/24
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Medical Mutual Scholarship for Customer Schools140 $1000 and 6 $10,000 scholarships for graduating seniors from a school district that is a customer of Medical Mutual. (Check with your school counselor's office.) Must attend or plan to attend an educational institution in the U.S.; must have been accepted to a postsecondary educational institution.3/15/25https://columbusfoundation.org/students/scholarships/scholarship-detail/MedicalMutualScholarshipFundforCustomerSchools/423Added 1/17/25
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American Legion Auxilary of Ohio Department President's ScholarshipOne $1,500 scholarship and one $1,000 scholarship for Ohio residents preparing to enter his or her freshman year of college. The applicant must be a veteran or a direct descendant of an honorably discharged veteran.3/15/25https://www.alaohio.org/Scholarships
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Jamie Anderson Scholarship$1,000 scholarship to support and encourage young individuals who have a desire to pursue a college degree despite facing difficult circumstances. High school seniors in Ohio with a 2.0-3.0 GPA may apply. Requires a 400-600 word essay sharing your vision of where you see yourself in five years and ten years from now.3/15/25https://bold.org/scholarships/jamie-anderson-scholarship/Added 1/7/25
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Polonia Foundation of Ohio Student GrantScholarship for a student of Polish descent or a relative of an active PLAV member who (1) has been accepted at a two or four year college / university and (2) is a resident of Ohio (3) is a U.S. Citizen or permanent resident of the United States. Attendance at the awards banquet is required to receive the Grant.
3/15/25http://www.poloniafoundationofohio.com/scholarship-application-1.htmlAdded 2/7/25
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Protect Geauga Parks Bob McCullough Memorial Conservation ScholarshipUp to three $1,000 scholarships for high school seniors graduating in spring of 2025 who (1) live or attend school in Geauga County, (2) provide evidence of volunteering, service, and/or activism that promotes conservation in support of PGP’s mission with examples including, but not limited to, participation in extra-curricular activities such as Envirothon, academic or community projects, volunteer service, conservation/activism clubs, fundraisers, internships, or employment, and (3) describe a plan of college study in an area that will promote conservation, preservation, and protection of nature.3/16/25https://protectgeaugaparks.us/2024/02/12/2024-bob-mccullough-scholarship-awards/Added 2/7/25
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Ross and Carmella DeJohn This scholarship is given to those High School Seniors with a minimum GPA of 2.5. Students will need to answer the ALL of the questions in essay form, using examples of their school and community involvement.3/17/25https://www.dejohnfuneral.com/dejohn-scholarship-applicationAdded 1/21/25
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Painesville Exchange Club
Scholarship		Applicant must be a senior of Painesville, Painesville City, Perry, or Fairport Harbor and must rank in upper 1/3 of class.
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Lake County Retired Teacher's Association ScholarshipScholarship for a Lake County (public) high school senior planning to attend college with a major in education. APPLICATIONS SENT TO COUNSELOR'S OFFICES.3/21/25https://lakecountyrta.weebly.com/scholarship-news.htmlAdded 1/17/25
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NEOAPWA Scholarships$1,000 scholarships for students residing in Northeast Ohio (can be high school seniors or current college students) pursuing education paths in fields of Public Works. These fields deal with infrastructure, roads, maintenance, design and professional aspects of these areas such as engineering, administration and environmental fields. The three separate scholarships are: (1) Lake Erie Scholarship: for Engineering Core or Administrative students, (2) Rubber City Scholarship: for Public Works field Vocational/Trades Students, and (3) Western Reserve Scholarship for students engaged in the studies of Environmental impact and Water Quality.3/21/25https://leaf-ohio.org/scholarships/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/2025_NEO_Scholarshipflyer.pdf
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Just Run Lake County ScholarshipTwo $500 scholarships for area students who have participated in the JUST RUN program. The scholarship will be awarded based on the student’s essay response, grades, activities and/or work experiences. 3/24/25https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfS7Ql-iu4ceZo1jrCS_LLP7ea_r7MDwqawf-r9_gAmCn1BVg/viewformAdded 1/17/25
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Association of Specialists in Aging $1000 scholarship for a high school senior in Lake County, who has applied to, or currently attends, an accredited vocational, four-year or two-year degree-granting institute of postsecondary education. Awarded in recognition of academic excellence as well as a student’s desire to pursue an education that pertains to health and wellness with an emphasis towards geriatrics. (ASANEO website needs updating. PDF application can be found in the LEAF Schol Search DB post linked here at right.)3/24/25https://leaf-ohio.org/scholarships/association-of-specialists-in-againg/Added 2/7/25
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Harriet B StorrsUp to five $3,500 max renewable scholarships open to students who reside in Painesville City or Township, have a mailing zip code of 44077, and are a graduating senior from any high school. Applicant must be working toward an associate’s or bachelor’s degree, have a minimum GPA of 2.5, and a minimum ACT score of 16. Household taxable income must not exceed $60k or AGI must not exceed 60k or be Pell eligible. Applicant must also be accepted at an accredited post-secondary school other than Lakeland Community College or Lake Erie College and must attend at least half-time during the academic year to be eligible. THIS SCHOLARSHIP IS MANAGED BY LEAF.3/28/25https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSesNngLihLtk2dRCcrhyKT2lsw5eTosn0EEgGMqahLiUrElCw/viewformAdded 1/7/25
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ABB Engineering Two $1250 scholarshisp for students planning to major in one of the following courses of study: Chemical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or Software Development/Design. Must be a US citizen or eligible noncitizen graduating from a Lake, Geauga, or Cuyahoga County High School. Minimum GPA of 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale). Applicant must be attending a 4-year college/university in the State of Ohio with a preference given to applicants attending the University of Akron, University of Cincinnati, Cleveland State University, Youngstown State University, University of Toledo, Case Western Reserve University, or The Ohio State University. THIS SCHOLARSHIP IS MANAGED BY LEAF.3/28/25https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScfvn30SKUNd_CVnRUGHvD80dq48R6nkf3BvLX838EgSLiyVA/viewformAdded 1/7/25
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Willis E Kelly Multiple $1000 scholarships for residents of Geauga County for a minimum of two years and attended school (at any grade level) for a minimum of two years at a Geauga County school. Must be attending an accredited 2 or 4-year college/university. Provide evidence of commitment to the pursuit of a musical education. Must demonstrate financial need and have significant leadership potential and willingness to contribute time and talent to the community. Minimum GPA of 2.0. THIS SCHOLARSHIP IS MANAGED BY LEAF.3/28/25https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdzen3qhakg9tz4OKY2neD2P_aIGlG0gUYSKKhiwpJAMaFuNA/viewformAdded 1/7/25
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LACA: Lakeland Area Counselors Association Scholarship $500 scholarship for a graduating senior from an Ashtabula, Lake, or Geauga County High School with a current LACA member employed by the school district (check with your school counselor). To apply you must also have a minimum GPA of 2.5 (on a 4.0 scale) and be enrolling in a certificate program, technical/vocational college, or 2 or 4-year institution in the 2024-2025 academic school year. Must be a US citizen or eligible noncitizen. THIS SCHOLARSHIP IS MANAGED BY LEAF.3/28/25https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdSbzdKPMoob5Z5yJ3go404Q0xgM1gz-7YwzJNaznjEjKSx5w/viewformAdded 1/7/25
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Frank Jason Feola, Ph.D. Legacy Scholarship$500 renewable scholarship for a graduating senior from Lake, Geauga, or Cuyahoga County High School, or homeschooled. Applicants must: Be a U.S. Citizen; show FAFSA document with Family Contribution; have a minimum GPA of 2.0 (on a 4.0 scale). Applicant must be enrolled in a 2 or 4-year accredited institution or accredited vocational/technical school. In person interview required. THIS SCHOLARSHIP IS MANAGED BY LEAF.3/28/25https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdkhShyvFInitLiz6HDRgYBkZSnMhaicgqb5JeQgPi6Ghcg1g/viewformAdded 1/7/25
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Ohio Travel Soccer League ScholarshipTen $1000 awards for graduating high school seniors entering a US college, university or 2-year or greater technical school as a full-time student who played soccer for at least three years within a community that is currently a member of the Ohio Travel Soccer League (OHTSL). Participation in high school soccer is not a requirement. Application selection will be based on the essay, academics, soccer activity, community service and leadership. 3/28/25https://ohtsl.com/scholarship.php#:~:text=OHTSL%20Scholarship&text=Each%20year%20between%204%2D8,student%20are%20eligible%20to%20apply.Added 1/6/25
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Perryman Family Foundation 4-year Nursing ScholarshipScholarships (typically $10,000-$15,000) for students pursuing a certificate or 4-year nursing BSN program full time. Must be a U.S. citizen. Minimum 3.0 GPA. Must live within 150 miles of Houston, PA. Must be a US citizen. 2.5 minimum GPA. Must live within 150 miles of Houston, PA (which includes all of our Geauga & Portage schools, all Cuyahoga except Bay, and possibly Lake depending on students residence.3/30/25https://perrymanfoundation.org/nursing-programs/Added 2/7/25
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Perryman Family Foundation College & University ScholarshipScholarships (typically $10,000-$15,000) for students pursuing undergraduate degrees in Engineering, Math, Metals or Technology full time. Must be a U.S. citizen. Minimum 3.0 GPA. Must live within 150 miles of Houston, PA. Must be a US citizen. 2.5 minimum GPA. Must live within 150 miles of Houston, PA (which includes all of our Geauga & Portage schools, all Cuyahoga except Bay, and possibly Lake depending on students residence.3/30/25https://perrymanfoundation.org/college/Added 2/7/25
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Fields of Learning Scholarship     $1,000 essay-based scholarships asking student to write about their learning experiences related to high school football. Open to all Ohio high school students (not limited to football players, band members, cheerleaders, etc.). 700-1500 word requirement. (In 2025, this scholarships will be open to high school students nationwide.)3/31/25http://www.fieldsoflearning.org/
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Andy Nowacki Foundation Up to $5,000, awarded quarterly. Must (1) be attending NE Ohio institutions located in Lake, Cuyahoga, Lorain, Geauga, Ashtabula, Northern Summit or Northern Portage counties, (2) be pursuing career as first responders (Police, Firefighter, Paramedic EMT) OR nursing (3) intend to serve in Northeast Ohio upon completion of their instruction for a number or years and (4) must interview in person on the Saturday morning scheduled for the cycle applied in. Application cycle deadlines: March 31, June 30, September 30 and December 31.3/31/25https://nowackifound.wpengine.com/scholarships/Added 2/7/25
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Ohio Farm Bureau Scholarships Variety of scholarships largely for students planning to pursue careers in agriculture and to adults seeking continuing education in agriculture-related studies. Many of these scholarships have a requirement for the applicant (or their parents) to be Farm Bureau members. Each county has a scholarship fund to allot to its local students. Other scholarships focus on specific issues such as women’s leadership in agriculture, livestock and crop sciences at the Agricultural Technical Institute, sheep production and management, and more.3/31/25https://ofbf.org/foundation/scholarships/Added 1/17/25
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Andy Nowacki Foundation Up to $5,000, awarded quarterly. Must (1) be attending NE Ohio institutions located in Lake, Cuyahoga, Lorain, Geauga, Ashtabula, Northern Summit or Northern Portage counties, (2) be pursuing career as first responders (Police, Firefighter, Paramedic EMT) OR nursing (3) intend to serve in Northeast Ohio upon completion of their instruction for a number or years and (4) must interview in person on the Saturday morning scheduled for the cycle applied in. Application cycle deadlines: March 31, June 30, September 30 and December 31.3/31/25https://nowackifound.wpengine.com/scholarships/Added 1/6/25
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Lebanese Syrian American Junior League ScholarshipThree $1,000 scholarships for graduating high school students of Lebanese or Syrian descent living in the Greater Cleveland area. (There are is a separate application for current college students.) Must have a "B" average.3/31/25https://www.lsajl.org/scholarshipAdded 2/7/25
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Ohio American Public Works Association (APWA) Family ScholarshipTwo $1,000 scholarships for the children , grandchildren, or spouse of an Ohio Chapter APWA member in good standing. Open to high school seniors and college students seeking a postsecondary education in a technical vocational training program, trade school, college, or university in the upcoming school year. Minimu 2.75 GPA.3/31/25https://ohio.apwa.org/news/ohio-apwa-scholarships/Added 2/7/25
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Tomorrow's Leaders in Care ScholarshipMultiple $250 scholarships for juniors and seniors enrolled in Ohio-based high schools who are planning to pursue a career in allied health. Scholarship offered through WorkUp Health, Inc./University Hospitals. WorkUp partners with health systems and educators to invest in local pools of clinical talent. WorkUp provides a platform to connect students with the resources to help them pursue clinical careers, and helps our partners identify potential caregivers and engage them with tailored, trackable outreach. All applicants will be connected to WorkUp resources, like career discovery tools, real life opportunities and career mentors to provide guidance.3/31/25https://app.workup.health/university-hospitals/register/recXKogQbCzRVcbPs/welcome?referrer=http%3A%2F%2Fuh.workup.health%2FxkogqbcAdded 2/25/25
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Girl Scouts of North East Ohio Girl Scouts of North East Ohio awards continuing education scholarships annually to graduating senior Girl Scouts who epitomize the Girl Scout Mission and the Girl Scout Leadership Experience. Must (1) Be a currently registered member of Girl Scouts of the USA through Girl Scouts of Northeast Ohio (2) Be a member of Girl Scouts for three years, including Junior and Senior years of High School (3) Have a minimum GPA of 2.0, and (4) Be accepted to an accredited institution of higher learning (2- or 4-year college/university or trade school)4/1/25https://www.gsneo.org/en/members/for-girl-scouts/scholarships.html
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Anthony Wunderle Memorial ScholarshipScholarship open to Northeast Ohio cancer survivor or family member of a cancer patient, living or deceased to provide educational opportunities for a higher education, accredited trade, or apprenticeship program.4/1/25https://www.akroncf.org/students/Added 1/7/25
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Ohio Cooperative Education Association $1,000 Scholarships for students pursuing both 2-year and 4-year college degrees in Ohio that have participated in an internship, co-op, apprenticeship or work-based learning experience over the last year. APP WILL OPEN END OF NOV.4/1/25https://ohiocea.memberplanet.com/Scholarships.html
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Jewish Family Service Association (JFSA) of Cleveland Scholarships Multiple scholarships for high school & college students offered by Jewish Family Service Association of Cleveland for students who (1) Identify as predominantly Jewish (have at least one Jewish birth parent or have completed Jewish conversion through a recognized Jewish denomination); (2) Are a resident of the Greater Cleveland area, (3) have family household income of approx. $225,000 or less; (4) Attend/plan to attend a four year accredited U.S. university or college to pursue a professional degree; (5) Have a current school grade point average (GPA) is 2.5 or higher.4/1/25https://www.jfsa-cleveland.org/family-named-scholarships/Added 1/6/25
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Janice Southworth Memorial Scholarship (Quota Club of Lake County)$1,000 scholarship to be used toward a college education for any high school student of Lake County planning to pursue a study in the fields of speech, hearing, visual impairment, physical therapy, social services, elementary or secondary education, or education in an ancillary field with children.4/1/25https://leaf-ohio.org/scholarships/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/2025-Janice-Southworth-Scholarship-Application.pdfAdded 2/7/25
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Friends of Euclid Creek Scholarship$1000 award for a college or high school student in pursuing a degree or certificate in environmental scientific studies, or environmental field related to watershed health. (There may be a second $1,000 scholarship awarded to another deserving student with Board of Director approval.) Applicant evaluation is based on background and potential to contribute to environmental sustainability.4/1/25https://www.friendsofeuclidcreek.com/scholarshipAdded 2/7/25
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Ohio Gas Association$1000 renewable scholarships for Ohio residents attending, or planning to attend an accredited Ohio college, university, technical or trade school with a career goal in the natural gas or related energy field. Must be a U.S. citizen or legal resident and have and maintain a GPA of 3.0 or higher. 4/1/25https://www.ohiogasassoc.org/scholarship/Added 2/7/25
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Willoughby Junior Women's Club Community Involvement ScholarshipScholarship for students who reside in Willoughby or Willoughby Hills and have a minimu GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale. 4/1/25https://willoughbyjwc.org/studentsAdded 2/7/25
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Moment of Excellence Scholarship$500 essay-based scholarship open to any Ohio high school student. Based on a 250-word or less essay inviting students to describe a moment they witnessed or created that was profoundly impactful, epic, selfless, or compassionate. 4/1/25https://awardsandapparel.com/pages/a-moment-of-excellence-scholarshipAdded 2/25/25
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Lake County Fair Arthur F Warren Memorial Youth Scholarship $1,000 scholarship for a graduating high school senior who is a resdient of Lake County and a member of a Lake County 4-H organization or a member of the Lake County Junior Fair Board. Must be admitted to an institution of higher learning full time.4/2/25https://leaf-ohio.org/scholarships/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Arthur-F-Warren-Scholarship-Application-2025.pdfAdded 2/25/25
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American Legion Department of Ohio ScolarshipOpen to high school seniors who are direct descendant of a current paid member of the Ohio American Legion or a direct descendant of a deceased member of the Ohio American Legion who was in good standing at the time of death. Student must (1) have a GPA of 3.5 or higher, (2) have an ACT of 25 or higher, and (3) if a high school senior, must be attending college fall semester immediately following high school graduation 4/5/25https://www.ohiolegion.com/scholarships/
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Lake Geauga USBC ScholarshipUp to $1000 scholarship for student athletes in Lake and Geauga counties in need of financial aid for college. Must be seeking a 2- to 4-year degree, have earned 3 Varsity letters and have a cumulative GPA of 3.3 4/5/25https://leaf-ohio.org/scholarships/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Scholarship-Criteria-Application-2025-New-USBC.docAdded 2/7/25
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North Coast Lions Club Scholarship$1000 scholarship for a high school senior graduating in 2025 who resides in Eastlake, Wickliffe, Willowick, Lakeline, or Timberlake and will be attending college or vocational school in fall of 2025.4/6/25https://leaf-ohio.org/scholarships/north-coast-lions-club-scholarship/
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Cleveland Hotel Association
Scholarship		Student must be: graduating senior, planning to go into hospitality or culinary arts, have a 3.0 GPA. 4/7/25PDF Application
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Willoughby Baseball League
Dick Nicholl Scholarship		$1,000 renewable scholarship for a high school senior who participated in the Willoughby Baseball League for 5 years or more. Minimum 2.5 GPA. 4/8/25https://cdn-app.teamlinkt.com/media/association_data/17473/site_data/images/library/documents/Scholarship__WBL.pdfAdded 3/6/35
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India Kinamore Memorial Scholarship$500 scholarship for an African American female high school senior or undergraduate student in Ohio who is passionate about pursuing higher education but need financial assistance in order to do so.4/10/25https://bold.org/scholarships/india-kinamore-memorial-scholarship/Added 3/31/25
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Rotary Club of Mentor Ted Hieronymus Service Scholarship$2,000 renewable scholarship available to high school seniors residing within the Mentor school district who plan on continuing their education after graduation at a two or four year college or technical institute. The scholarship is renewable up to four years with a verified minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA.4/11/25https://leaf-ohio.org/scholarships/the-rotary-club-of-mentor-ted-hieronymus-service-scholarship/
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Lake/Geauga Head StartPrevious participation in a Head Start program, Acceptance in an institution or program of higher learning,
i.e. college, vocationalschool, or trade school, Guidance Counselor or Teacher recommendation, Complete
the application form with all required attachments Only complete applications on designated forms with
all required information will be considered.		4/11/25ApplicationAdded 3/3/25
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LGBT Pride Scholarship for a student that identifies as LGBTQ+ who are either about to graduate, or already part of the institution of higher education, who have been accepted to/are attending a 2-year, 4-year or vocational training school. Can be traditional or non-traditional students. (Eligibility requiremnt not found on website, provided via email by scholarship administrator.)4/14/25https://lgbtcleveland.org/pride/pridescholarship/Added 2/7/25
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Ohio EPA Merit-based, nonrenewable scholarships for college undergraduate students (entering their Junior or Senior year) enrolled at an Ohio public or private college/university/community college who can demonstrate their knowledge and commitment to careers in environmental sciences or environmental engineering. Scholarships may be used for tuition, fees, books, personal protection equipment, tools, instruments and field equipment but not housing. Up to $5,000 is available for students entering their junior or senior year in four-year and five-year programs in Ohio public or private colleges and universities and up to $2,500 is available to students in two-year degree program in Ohio public or private technical and community colleges. APP WILL OPEN IN FEB '25.4/15/25https://www.ohiosci.org/ohio-epa-scholarship-program/
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North Coast Credit Union
Outreach Alliance Scholarship		4/15/25Paper Application
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Larry F. Ball Memorial Scholarship$4,000 Award for a female student who is a resident of Ohio, enrolled at a four-year accredited college or university (any year), and committed to completing a Bachelor’s degree. (Confirmed with schol administrator that applicants may be a high school senior planning to start college in the fall of the award year.)4/15/25https://charitysmith.org/memorial-funds/larry-f-ball-memorial-scholarship/
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Ohio Association for Gifted Children (OAGC) College ScholarshipFor Ohio students identified as gifted, who are about to enroll full-time in his/her first year of college and/or are currently
enrolled full-time in an undergraduate program of an accredited college or university. (Minimum ACT: 27, Minium SAT: 1200)		4/15/25https://oagc.com/resources/scholarships/
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Painesville Exchange Club
Scholarship		High School Senior who lives in Painesville, Painesville City, Perry, or Fairport Harbor and is in top 1/3 of graduating class.
Applicant judged on scholarship, citizenship, personality, leadership, perseverance, resourcefulness, and financial need. 		4/15/25Paper Application (will upload soon)Added 3/14/25
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Ohio Forestry AssociationOne or more awards for students pursuing a forest resource education. For Ohio high school graduates who have been accepted into an approved university, college, junior college or technical university offering a forest resource curriculum. 4/15/25https://www.ohioforest.org/page/ScholarshipAdded 1/6/25
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Water Management Association of Ohio Scholarship$500-$1,000 scholarships for Ohio residents attending, or planning to attend, a public or nonprofit independent college or university in Ohio on a full-time basis, pursuing a degree in one of the following water resource-related disciplines: agricultural engineering, aquatic biology, civil engineering, education (science emphasis), geology, hydrogeology, hydrology, natural resources, water policy, water resources, or other sciences. Minimum 2.75 GPA. Awards: One Undergraduate Scholarship for $1,000; One Graduate Scholarship for $1,000; One Associates of Applied Sciences Scholarship $5004/15/25https://columbusfoundation.org/search/scholarships/detail/WaterManagementAssociationofOhio/198Added 2/25/25
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Chris Ford ScholarshipFour $2,000 scholarships for any black high school senior with a general interest in business and a GPA of 3.0. (This is a national scholarship, but students in Ohio or Indiana are preferred.) 4/17/25https://bold.org/scholarships/chris-ford-scholarship/Added 2/25/25
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Kit Faragher Foundation Scholarship $12,000 scholarship for a graduating high school senior from a Geauga County, Ohio high school with financial need. Minimum 2.5 GPA.4/18/25http://www.kitfaragherfoundation.org/Application.htmlAdded 2/25/25
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Dr. Benjamin L. Davis STEM Scholarship$500 scholarship for any high school student in Ohio who plans to major in STEM may apply for this scholarship opportunity if they have at least one parent who is or was incarcerated.4/19/25https://bold.org/scholarships/dr-benjamin-l-davis-stem-scholarship/Added 2/25/25
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Lake County NAACP Freedom Fund Scholarship$1,000 scholarships for current high school seniors residing in Lake County and attending a Lake County High School. Must be a minority student: African American, Asian American, American Indian, Latino/Hispanic, Pacific Islander or a member of the Lake County Youth Chapter. Minimum 2.5 (C+) GPA on a 4.0 system.4/19/25https://leaf-ohio.org/scholarships/lake-county-naacp-scholarship/Added 3/6/25
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Northeast Ohio Credit Union Outreach Alliance ScholarshipTwo $2,000 scholarships open to all high school seniors and postsecondary students who belong to a credit union in Ashtabula, Cuyahoga, Geauga, or Lake Counties.4/20/25https://www.eatonfamilycu.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/2025-NECUOA-scholarship-application.pdfAdded 3/31/25