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SCHOLARSHIP AND SEARCH SITES

Another general source for financial aid is the vast number of private clubs, fraternal organizations, and societies in your hometown or their state and national affiliates. This would also include employers or labor groups who offer scholarships or other financial aid to employees, members or their dependents. Searching for these scholarships can be very time consuming. Rather than trying to track down all of these scholarships individually, there are several reliable ways to find this information in much less time.

Be cautious of any site which requires a fee to gain scholarship information. There are many sites on the Web that are free and in all likelihood provide the same information as those which are not. Check out the following sites:

   * FastWEB: www.fastweb.com
    * Merit Aid: www.meritaid.com - Search for available scholarships by college/university
   * College Answer: www.wiredscholar.com - Sallie Mae sponsored (scholarship search available)
   * Free Scholarship Search: www.freschinfo.com
    * Scholarships.com: www.scholarships.com
    * Scholarship Aid: www.scholaraid.com
    * FinAid!: www.finaid.org - Unusual Scholarships plus other valuable information
   * College Basics -- www.collegebasics.com - College, financial aid and scholarship information
   * College Portraits:  www.collegeportraits.org - Informaton on college costs, majors, campus life, class size, student experience, etc.
   * School Guides.com: www.schoolguides.com - College, college fair and financial aid information; information on college search, testing and preparation.
    * Managing College Cost:http://www.managingcollegecost.com/ - College planninng, financial aid, test prep, etc.
                                            

Glenbard South Local Scholarships
The Local Scholarship Application is used to apply to a variety of scholarships sponsored by local organizations. Last year, 50 students received local scholarships. Applications will be available in the Guidance Office from December 10th to February 15th. The deadline for returning completed applications is March 4th. Scholarship awards will be announced the week of graduation.
Last year's scholarship recipients are listed below.  Many of these scholarships will be available again this year.

                        2012 Local Scholarship Awards

American Association of University Women  student must attend COD and be of good character.
  • $1000 Olivia Doering
Bradley Trifone Memorial ROTC Scholarship student must be enrolled in an ROTC program at a four-year university.        
  • $1000 Kevin Kron
Captain Amy Lynn Svoboda Memorial Scholarship high academic standing, positive role model, athletic, leadership, outgoing personality. (preference given to students entering a military academy)       
        a. $1500 Amanda Kuhn

Carol Wargin Foreign Language Scholarship four years of foreign language, major in foreign language, minor in foreign language.
a. $750 Anna Schmidt

Central DuPage Hospital Auxiliary Scholarship strong academic record and who have a strong interest in pursuing a healthcare career.
  • $1000 Shivani Srivastava
District 89 Education Scholarship student must have attended one of the District 89 schools and intend to major in education.
  • $500 Rachel Cohen
Ed Posh/Village Links 1040 form/FAFSA, scholarship, good character and citizenship, interview.
  • $2500 (renewable) Kaitlyn Curtis
  • $2500 (renewable) Patrick Duffy
  • $2500 (renewable)        Tapan Sheth
Glen Ellyn Infant Welfare 1040 form/FAFSA EFC, interview, student must attend the College of DuPage.
  • $6000 ($3000 for 2 years) Karolina Ryndak
Glen Ellyn Masonic Lodge good character, citizenship, scholastic achievement.  Must attend COD.
  • $1000 Julia Suriano
Glen Ellyn Woman's Club good character, citizenship, scholastic achievement.
a. $1750 Catherine Gensler

Glenbard South Booster's Club
a. $1000 Dr. Lazier Memorial (outstanding school service) Alyssa Rumel
b. $1000 Darlene Danly Memorial (outstanding music contribution) Carl Lane
c. $500 Peter Abruzzo Scholarship (good character, citizenship, scholastic achievement) Van Pierre Mandin
d. $500 Glenbard South Boosters (good character, citizenship, scholastic achievement) Casey Mendoza
e. $500 Glenbard South Boosters (good character, citizenship, scholastic achievement) Anneke Olson
f. $500 Glenbard South Boosters (good character, citizenship, scholastic achievement) Ioanna Puka
g. $500 Glenbard South Boosters (good character, citizenship, scholastic achievement) Emily Trifone
h.  $500 Glenbard South Boosters (good character, citizenship, scholastic achievement) Jack Wagner

Glenbard South Education Association a student majoring in education.
a. $1000 Jessica Whitney Johnson
b. $1000 Tyler Padera

Glenbard South Senior Science Scholarship outstanding senior science student(s) as chosen by the science department.
  • $1000 Rabia Ahmad
James A, Myers Scholarships 1040 form/FAFSA EFC, at least a 3.5 GPA, school and/or community involvement.
  • $1000 Zakaria Malik
  • $1000 Abdul Razack
Kiwanis Club of Central  DuPage 1040 form/FAFSA EFC, good character, involved in some type of positive after school activity, student must attend College of DuPage.
  • $700 Albora Memushi
Kiwanis Club of Glen Ellyn 1040 form/FAFSA EFC, academics, community service, Key club involvement if possible.
a. $1500 Matthew Faryan
b.   $500 (COD) David Hernandez

MDA Environmental Watch Scholarship strong participation in environmental activities and a career/major path in environmental studies.
  • $750 Ian Anderson
                        
Mike Brown “For the Love of the Game” Scholarships female and male basketball player chosen by the varsity coaches.  3.0 GPA or higher.  This award should not prevent the recipient from receiving other local scholarships.
  • $500 Ambur Drish
  • $500 Jon Berrospi
Pepsi Cola Scholarships scholarship and character.
  • $500 Jake Hume
  • $500 Bethan Jenkins
PTCs (Glen Crest, Parkview, Westfield, Arbor View, Briar Glen) scholastic achievement, co-curricular activities, have attended one of the above schools.
  • $500 Rachel Patterson
  • $500 Robert Pipal
Robert C. Stevens Scholarship a student that has overcame adversity.
  • $750 Shanna Helf
Robert F. Madden Memorial Scholarship law enforcement / criminal justice related career.
        a. $1000 Hannah Davey
  
Robert Glover Memorial Math Scholarship math teaching, math career, strong math student
  • $1000 Harry Thompson
Rotary  Club of Glen Ellyn 1040 form/FAFSA EFC, community service, scholarship, interview.
a.  $1500 (for two years) Amber Kinzel
b. $1500 Chantal Alvarado
c.  $1500 Carmoni Lane
d.  $1500 Elise Sundberg

Rotary Club of Lombard scholastic achievement, character, co-curricular activities, volunteerism.
  • $750 Taylor Sanders
  • $1000 Aakash Shah
  • $1000 Shivani Srivastava
Roy Larsen Memorial “Key Club” Scholarship outstanding four year participation in Key Club.
  • $500 Janet Witort
  • $500 Teresa Witort
Student Union Leadership Scholarship interest in political science or law, actively involved in the community, demonstrated leadership.  
  • $500 Joseph Zanoni
Susan and Gerald Stewart Scholarship student must be pursuing a degree in a mathematical field of study, no individual grade lower than a C, 1040 form/FAFSA EFC.
        a.  $2500 (renewable) Disha Koul

Woodrow and Victoria Keith Memorial Music Scholarship music major or a highly involved music student at Glenbard South.
  • $500 Patrick Yasutake



Scholarship List (Most of these scholarships are or will eventually be listed on Naviance - you will need your student's password to access)
The Glenbard South Guidance Department Scholarship List -This list from 2011-12 contains all of the private scholarships received by the school last year. The list will be added to and updated periodically as scholarship information is received this year. Applications or application information are kept in files in the Guidance Office for student access. For more information, please see Mr. Manson or Mrs. Pauliks.

Organizational Sponsored Scholarships / 2011-12

2012 Community Services Block Grant - Financial assistance for low-income and disadvantaged persons of high academic potential.   3.5 GPA required.  Must be a DuPage county resident.  Deadline - May 4, 2012.

2011 Education Exchange College Grant Program - 4 / $5000 and 30  $1000 grants.  Income not to exceed $125,000.  Scholastic achievement, character, essay. Deadline - March 15, 2011.

AES Engineering Scholarship - $500.  Apply at www.aesengineers.com/scholarships.htm Deadline - October 12, 2012.

AHEPA's 13th District Scholarships - Eligible students must be a senior, have a cumulative GPA of B, and be either of Greek heritage or have a parent that is an active member of the AHEPA family. For more info, visit www.ahepa.org or applications available in the Guidance Office.  Deadline - March 31, 2012.

American Society for Quality (Fox Valley Section 1208) - Richard A. Maass Memorial Scholarship.  $2000.  Essay required on the importance of quality products and/or services to the future of our country.  Information in the Guiidance Office.  Deadline - March 5, 2012.

Amvets Illinois Scholarship Programs - Various scholarships available. Deadline - March 1, 2012.

Amici Naperville Area Italian American Club - $1000 scholarship based on personal initiative, demonstrated character, and academic and co-curricular achievement.  Essay required.  Apply at www.amiciclub.org  Deadline - March 31, 2012.

AITCOY - B average, leadership, plan to major in social studies related field.  $500.  Application in Guidance Office.  Deadline -April 20, 2012.
        
AXA /Achievement Scholarship - $10,000 Download an application at http://www.axa-equitable.com/axa-foundation/AXA-achievement-access.html Deadline - December 1, 2011.

AXA Achievement Community Scholarship - $2000.  Download an application @ http://www.axa-equitable.com/axa-foundation/AXA-achievement-access.html Deadline - February 1, 2012.

Best Buy Scholarship Program - 1200/$1000 scholarships.  Solid grades and involvement in volunteer community service or work experience.  Apply at www.bestbuy-communityrelations.com  Deadline - February 15, 2012.

Buick Achievers Scholarship - For science, technology, engineering, math, business administration, finance, marketing, or design majors.  Interest in the automotive or related industries.  100 scholarships for up to $25,000 per year, 1000 scholarships at $2000 per year.  For more info go to
        www.BUICKACHIEVERS.COM  Deadline - February 29, 2012.

Burger King Scholars Program - $1000, $5000, and $25,000 scholarships available to all eligible seniors.  Apply @ http://www.haveityourwayfoundation.org/burger_king_scholars_program.html Deadline - January 10, 2012.

CBAI Foundation for Community Banking Scholarship Program - Essay required.  Win up to $4000.  Deadline - February 6, 2012.

Central DuPage Hospital Medical Staff - 4 /$2500 scholarships.  No financial need required.  May be renewed.  Must be entering a health related major.  500 word essay.  Applications are in Guidance.  Deadline - March 30, 2012.

Chicago Roofing Contractors Association - Maximum $3000 renewable three times.  Assess info at www.crca.org.  Deadline - March 2, 2012.

Chicago Wolves "Tim Breslin Memorial Scholarship" - One semester of college tuition.  Scholarship awarded primarily on required essay.  Deadline - March 1, 2012.

Coca-Cola Scholarships - Go to www.coca-colascholars.org.  Deadline - October 31, 2011.
Daughters of the American Revolution Illinois State Scholarships - Must attend an lllinois college and be sponsored by a local DAR chapter.  The Anan Harmon Chapter can sponsor two students.  Financial need form required.  Deadline - January 15, 2012.
        General Henry Dearborn American History Scholarship - Must be pursuing a course of study in American History at the college level.  Deadline - January 15, 2012.

Daughters of the American Revolution National Scholarships - One is specifically for a student who will study American History.  Must have a letter of recommendation  from a local chapter.  Deadline - February 1, 2012.
        National American Indian Scholarships - Two scholarships available.  Deadline - One due February 1, 2011; the other due April 1, 2012.

Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Glen Ellyn Area, Alumnae Chapter - A renewable scholarship based upon a student's academic potential, financial need and a personal interview.  The student selected will continue his/her education at a four year college or university.  Applications are available in the Guidance Office.  Deadline - March 1, 2012.

DuPage County Farm Bureau Foundation Scholarship - $1,000 scholarships available - Parents must be members in good standing of the DuPage County Farm Bureau for at least two years prior to January 2011.  Students planning careers in agriculture-related occupations are encouraged to apply.  Applications available in the Guidance Office.  Deadline - April 1, 2012.

DuPage County Farm Bureau (Arnold Oestmann Scholaship) - $1,000 scholarships available.  Parents must be members in good standing of the DuPage County Farm Bureau for at least two years prior to January 2011. No agricultural studies requirement.  Deadline - May 1, 2012.

DuPage County 4-H Foundation - Six $1000 scholarships for students who have been a member of a DuPage County 4-H club for a minumum of four years.  Application forms available @ www.extension.uiuc.edu/dupage.  Deadline - April 5, 2012.

DuPage County Juvenile Officers' Association - 2/$1000 scholarships for students planning to seek a career in law enforcement or youth services.
         http://www.dupagejuvenileofficers.org/Scholarship.html  Deadline - April 17, 2012.

Ed Posh Scholarship Fund - $2500/year - Students in the community who have demonstrated scholastic aptitude and achievement, activities, character and need.  Renewable up to four years. Information and applications available in Guidance or applications available at www.edposhscholarship.com.  Deadline - March 15, 2012.

Gates Millennium Scholars Program - For African American, American Indian, Asian Pacific Islander American or Hispanic American.  4.3 unweighted GPA required and demonstrated leadership.  Must meet Pell Grant Eligibility.  Apply at www.gmsp.org.  Deadline - January 11, 2012.

GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship Program - Awards for 20 college bound students who demonstrate exemplary leadership, drive, integrity and citizenship. Visit www.reaganfoundation.org/scholarships.  Deadline - February 17, 2012.

George Mougolias Memeorial Foundation - $1500 scholarships based on need, academic achievemnent and involvement in the Orthodox community.  Visit the website @ www.gmmt.org.  Deadline - April 12, 2012.

Illinois Lumber and Material Dealers Association Educational Foundation - $500-2000.  Residents of Illinois enrolled full-time in an accredited trade school, 2 or 4-year college or university interested in the lumber and building matrials field as a career.  Application available in the Guidance Office.  Deadline - April 3, 2012.

Illinois Odd Fellow - Rebekah Scholarship Award - C average and demonstrate financial need.  Apply at http://www.ioof-il.org.  (Under pulldown Programs) Deadline - March 1, 2012.

Illinois

Illinois PTA Lillian E. Glover Scholarship - Student entering an educational related field.  Upper 1/3 of class required.  
Go to www.illinoispta.org/scholarship.html  Deadline - February 17, 2012.

Illinois Sheriffs' Association - Essay required.  $500 scholarship.  Application in Guidance Office or apply @ www.ilsheriff.org.  Deadline - March 12, 2012.

Imagine America Scholarship - Colleges that particpate are accredited private, trade and technical schools. $1000.  Must be nominated by Glenbard South.  For list of schools go to scholarships@imagine-america.org.  Deadline - December 31, 2011.

Jane and George Henderson Scholarship - Tri-Town YMCA  - Three $800 scholarships to high school students who are active in Tri-Town YMCA programs and activities as a demonstration of their community involvement, willingness to help others, and positive attitude toward life. Varifieable Tri-Town volunteerism of 15 hours will be required for the scholarship award(s).  Application avavailable at Henderson Scholarship Deadline - 4:00 pm on the last business day in January, 2012.

John F. Kennedy Profile in Courage Essay Contest - Go to www.jfklibrary.org to apply.  1st place, $10,000.  Deadline - January 7, 2012.

Junior League of Kane & DuPage - Two $1000 scholarships to female high school students who have demonstrated outstanding commitment to voluntarism.  Applications avavailable online at www.jlkd.org. (Under pulldown, In Action) Deadline - March 2, 2012.

Kevin Kaplan Foundation Scholarships - Three letters of recommendation required and financial aid forms.  Scholarships vary from $1000 to $5000.  Applications available in the Guidance Office. Deadline - March 15, 2012.

KFC Colonel's Scholars Program - 3.75 GPA, demonstrate financial need and enroll in a public university.  Apply @ www.kfcscholars.org.  Deadline - Apply btween December 1, 2011 and February 9, 2012.

Lombard Chamber of Commerce - The Dick Arnold Memorial Scholarship is for a student who will be entering the field of education, lives in Lombard or is employed by a Lombard Chamber business.  Applications are available in the Guidance Office.  Deadline - April 11, 2012.

"Make The U" (HAZ LA U) Scholarship Program - Three short essays required.  Apply at www.colgate.com/hazlau.  Deadline - December 31, 2011.

Marianjoy Scholarship Program - For students with physical disablities.  Application available in the Guidance Office or downloaded @ www.Marianjoy.org.  Deadline - Must be received by 4:30 p.m., March 30, 2012.

National Co-Op Scholarship - Must attend one of seven partner institutions.  Go to www.co-op.edu Deadline - February 15, 2012.

NFIB Young Entrepreneur Award - Visit www.NFIB.com/YEA  Deadline - December 15, 2011.

Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. (Mu XI Chapter) - C.D. Henry Memorial Scholarship.  For African-American students who plan to attend a four year college or university.  Deadline - April 30, 2011.

Palumbo Family Foundation Scholarships - 4 $5000, 1 $10,000.  Basic criteria is a 4.0 GPA or higher and 2010 adjusted gross income of $44,100 or below.  Applications available only online at www.palumbofoundation.org until March 31, 2012.

Paramount Tall Club of Chicago - $750 scholarship. Must be at least 6'2" for males and 5' 10" for females. Application available @ http://www.tallchcago.org  Deadline - February 6, 2012.

Phi Delta Kappa (PDK) Scholarship Grant for Perspective Educators - $500. Must be pursuing a teaching career and rank in the top third of your class.  Application in Guidance or @  www.pdkintl.org/awards/prospective.htm Deadline - March 1, 2012 to the local chapter.

Ronald McDonald House Charities U.S. Scholarship Program - Visit www.rmhc.org for complete details and eligibility requirements.  Deadline - January 27, 2012.

Rotary Club of Lombard - Several scholarships available.  Must be a graduating senior from Lombard zip code 60148.  Deadline - Application must be turned in to the Guidance Office by March 15, 2012.

SAMMY 2010 "Scholar Athlete Milk Mustache of the Year" Awards - 25 $7,500 scholarships.  Students who demonstrate excellence in the classroom on the athletic field and in their communities.  For complete information, rules, and an online application, visit www.bodybymilk.com.  Deadline - March 19, 2012.

Stephanie Joseph Memorial Scholarship - B average and essay on overcoming hardships required.  Download application @www.stephaniejoseph.org.  Scholarship amount will vary from year to year.  Deadline - Must be postsmarked by March 31, 2012.

The Society of Women Engineers - Scholarships for female engineering students.  Application @ www.swe.org/chicago/scholarship.html.  Deadline - May 15, 2012.

Sons of Confederate Veterans (Illinois Division) - Student must be a descendant of a male who served honorably in the service of the Confederate States of America.  500 word essay required.  $1000.  Deadline - March 15, 2011.

Stokes Educational Scholarship Program - The Stokes Program is open to all high school seniors, especially minorities, planning to major in computer science or computer/ electrical engineering.   This scholarship leads to a career with the National Security Agency and includes a 12 week summer internship at NSA headquarters in Maryland.  4.0 GPA, minumum 25 ACT required.  For more info go to www.NSA.gov/Careers.  Deadline - Apply between Sept. 7 to November 30th.

Student-View Scholarship Program - Log onto to www.student-view.com and complete a 15-20 minute application survey about colleges in your area.  Random scholarship winners will be announced in May.  Deadline - April; 22, 2012.

Tri- Town YMCA 2011 Jane and Gernon Henderson Scholarship - Lombard residents who are active as volunteers in the Tri-Town YMCA programs and activities as a demonstration of their community involvement, willingness to help others and positive attitude toward life.  Applications available @ cpickerill@tritownymca.org.  3 / $800 scholarships.  Deadline - January 31, 2012.

Tzu Chi Foundation Scholarships - $1000 based on financial need, academic achievement, and community involvement.  Applications in the Guidance Office.  Deadline - March 9, 2012.

US Bank - $1000 scholarships awarded through random drawings. Scholarship applications accepted through March, 2012.  Apply @
       usbank.com/scholarship.

Wheaton Chapter of the Infant Welfare Society of Chicago - $500.  Essay required.  Must be a Wheaton resident.  Application in Guidance.  Deadline - March 1, 2012.


For Juniors (class of 2012)

Triple Impact Competitor Scholarship - 4 / $1000 scholarships.  For student athletes.  Minumum GPA, 3.5. Apply at
         http://www.positivecoach.org/scholarship/application.aspx.  Deadline - May 1, 2011.


School Sponsored Scholarships / 2010-11

Alverno College Scholarships - Ranging from $4,450 to $13,500 - Four-year full-tuition and other scholarships available for female students attending Alverno.  Leadership      and/or community service required for full-tuition scholarships.  Apply online at www.alverno.edu.  Deadline - March 15, 2011.
College of DuPage Presidential Scholars Award - 27 ACT, 4.75 GPA.  Essay required.  Full tuition. Deadline - March 16, 2012.
Eureka College - Ronald W. Reagan Leadership Program and various other scholarships.
Indiana State University - Gongaware scholar for a student interested in insurance or financial services.  $30,000, laptop and a $3000 professional development account.  Deadline - December 1, 2010.
Indiana University (Bloomington) - IU Distinction (30 ACT, 4.8 GPA) $9000 per year.  IU Prestige (27 ACT, 4.7 GPA), $4000 per year.  Apply by   November 1 to be automatically considered.
Lake Forest College - $12,000 per year for Illinois students who are admitted.
Monmouth Colege - $25,000 per year. Must apply before February 1, 2011.  Go to www.MonmouthCollege.edu/midwestscholar.
Northern Ilinois University - Northern Pact Award for Community Service.  3.75 GPA.  $4000 scholarship.  Glenbard South can nominate one student.  Deadline - January 15, 2011.
Skidmore College (NY) - a. Filene Music Scholarship Competition.  $10,000 per year.  b. Porter Presidential Scholarships in Math and Science, $15,000 per year.  Deadline - January 15, 2011.
Stetson University (FL) - J. Ollie Edmunds Distinguished Scholarship. 4.5 GPA, ACT 30, leadership.  Full expenses for 8 semesters.  Deadline - January 21, 2011.
Southern Illinois (Carbondale) - First generation college students. $5000.  Apply at www.scholarships.siuc.edu.
Trinity College (Ct) - Lincoln Award. All expenses paid. Go to www.trincoll.edu/Admissions/FinAidProspective under Illinois Scholar Program.  Deadline - January 1, 2011.    
University of Akron - Akron Advantage Award 4.5 GPA and 27 ACT required.  $7700 per year plus an opportunity for additional scholarship         
        monies.
University of Evansville - Many scholarships available ranging from $5000 to full tuition.  See info in Guidance.
University of Michigan - Geisinger Scholarship for Engineering.  $20,000 per year.   Deadline - January 14, 2011.
University of Missouri - Business scholarships www.business.missouri.edu/scholarships.  Deadline - December 1, 2010.  
        General scholarships www.sfa.missouri.edu Deadline - December 1, 2010.
University of Illinois Springfield - Capital Honors Program. Scholarships range from $1250 to $10,000 per year.
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign - Beta Sigma Psi for Lutheran students.  $1000. Deadline - January 31, 2011.
        Sigma Phi Epsilon Balanced Man Scholarship - Three scholarships totaling $1750.  Deadline - April 18, 2011.