Essay

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Recommendation letter

How do I increase my chances of getting a scholarship? 

What is a letter of recommendation?

How do I submit a transcript for a scholarship application? 

Katherine M. Grosscup Scholarships in Horticulture

Katherine M. Grosscup Scholarships offer up to $3,500 for horticulture students in select states. GPA 3.5+ required.

You’ll need a copy of your grades and courses taken.

Transcripts

You’ll fill out a special form to apply (usually a PDF).

Application form

How do I know if I meet the requirements for a scholarship?

Shook Construction Harry F. Gaeke Memorial Scholarship

The Shook Construction Harry F. Gaeke Memorial Scholarship offers up to $1,000 for construction students in Ohio, Kentucky, or Indiana.

Answer some open-ended questions to apply.

Short Responses

How should I prioritize which scholarships to apply to? 

Hamilton Community Foundation Scholarships (OH)

Hamilton Community Foundation offers scholarships for local students in Ohio based on merit, need, and activities. Apply now!

You’ll need to submit a headshot as part of your application.

Photo / headshot

This application asks you to provide standardized test scores.

Test scores

Who Will Do the Work Scholarship

The Who Will Do the Work Scholarship awards $1,000 to high school seniors pursuing careers in construction at select colleges.

You’ll be asked to show your SAI from the FAFSA.

FAFSA SAI confirmation

Bryan Area Foundation Scholarships

The Bryan Area Foundation offers 115+ scholarships for local students. High chances of winning! Apply now for awards starting at $250.

What is a scholarship portal?

Lucille I. Hudon Scholarship

The Lucille I. Hudon Scholarship offers $1,500 to eligible students from specific counties in WA and ID with a 3.0 GPA.

College acceptance letter / proof of enrollment

Volunteering or being active in your community is a must for this scholarship.

Community Service

Union County Foundation Scholarships (OH)

Union County Foundation offers $500-$2,000 scholarships for high school seniors based on merit, need, or activities. Apply now!

When do I apply for college scholarships?

Who should I ask for a letter of recommendation? 

Wayne County Community Foundation Scholarships

Wayne County Community Foundation offers $1,000+ scholarships for local students based on merit, need, and activities. Apply now!

CBC Spouses Essay Contest

The CBC Spouses Essay Contest offers up to $2,000 for African American high school juniors and seniors. Apply now!

Defiance Area Foundation's scholarships

Defiance Area Foundation offers scholarships for local students based on merit, need, and activities. Average award: $1,000.

Jimmy Rane Foundation Scholarship

The Jimmy Rane Foundation Scholarship offers $500 to $5,000 for eligible high school students in select states.

Academic Achievement Scholarship

The Academic Achievement Scholarship awards $1,500 to Ohio high school seniors with a 'B' average planning to pursue further education.

GCO Scholarship

GCO Scholarship provides $4,000 for Ohio residents pursuing horticulture degrees with a 3.25 GPA. Apply now!

Local Government Achievement Scholarship

The Local Government Achievement Scholarship awards $1,500 to Ohio high school seniors for outstanding citizenship and community service.

The Roothbert Fund Scholarships

The Roothbert Fund Scholarships offer up to $7,000 for students guided by spiritual motives. Apply with essays and recommendations.

Can I use the same essay for multiple scholarship applications?

Middletown Community Foundation Scholarships for high school seniors (OH)

Middletown Community Foundation offers scholarships up to $25,000 for local high school seniors in Ohio. High chances of winning!

Scioto Foundation Scholarships (OH)

Scioto Foundation offers $1,000+ scholarships for students in select Ohio and Kentucky counties. High chances for local applicants!

Engineers Foundation Of Ohio Scholarships 

The Engineers Foundation Of Ohio Scholarships offer up to $2,500 for engineering students in their junior or senior year in Ohio.

 The Columbus Foundation Scholarships

The Columbus Foundation offers $500+ scholarships for local students based on merit, need, or activities. One application for 300 scholarships.

Opportunity Scholarship for Locked Out Dreamers

The Opportunity Scholarship offers up to $80,000 for DREAMers in locked-out states to attend college. Eligibility includes DACA or TPS.

You’ll need an overview of your experiences and accomplishments. 

Resume

Farm Credit Foundation for Agricultural Advancement Scholarship

The Farm Credit Foundation offers scholarships up to $10,000 for students pursuing agriculture careers.

Ohio State Society DAR Wings of Eagles Scholarships

Ohio State Society DAR Wings of Eagles Scholarships offers $1,000 to Ohio high school seniors with local DAR sponsorship.

Can I use the same letter of recommendation for multiple scholarship applications?     

What's the difference between an official and unofficial transcript? 

Illinois Undergraduate/Graduate Scholarship

Illinois Scholarship for full-time students in natural resource disciplines with GPA requirements. Award: $1,000.

Dr. Benjamin L. Davis STEM Scholarship

The Dr. Benjamin L. Davis STEM Scholarship offers $500 to Ohio high school students with incarcerated parents pursuing STEM majors.

Intel Scholarship for Women in Technology

Intel offers $5,000 scholarships for women pursuing STEM degrees in semiconductor fields in Ohio. Up to 25 awards available.

Check the website for additional requirements.

Other

Increase your chances by writing an essay.

Optional Essay

What if I don't hear back from a scholarship?

Wapakoneta Area Community Foundation Scholarships

Wapakoneta Area Community Foundation offers $223,250 in scholarships for local students. One application for 150 opportunities available.

How do I create a resume? 

Ohio EPA Scholarship

The Ohio EPA Scholarship offers up to $5,000 for undergraduates in environmental sciences or engineering with a 3.0 GPA.

Ohio Cattlemen's Foundation Scholarships

Ohio Cattlemen's Foundation offers 4 scholarships up to $2,500 for students in beef or agricultural fields. Apply now!

Energize Your Education Scholarship 

The Energize Your Education Scholarship offers $500 to Texas, Ohio, Pennsylvania, or Connecticut seniors with a 3.2 GPA. Apply now!

Barberton Community Foundation’s scholarships

Barberton Community Foundation offers scholarships for local students based on merit, need, and activities. Average award: $1,000.

Delaware County Foundation's scholarships

Delaware County Foundation offers $2,000+ scholarships for local students based on merit, need, or activities. Apply now!

Community Foundation for the Ohio Valley Scholarships

The Community Foundation for the Ohio Valley offers scholarships to local students based on merit, need, and activities. Apply now!

The Troy Foundation's scholarships

The Troy Foundation offers over $900,000 in scholarships annually, with awards up to $2,500 for local students. Apply now!

The Community Foundation for Crawford County Scholarships (OH)

The Community Foundation for Crawford County offers $1,000+ scholarships for local students based on merit, need, and activities.

This application asks for financial info.

Tax returns

You’ll need a letter showing the financial aid you’re receiving.

Financial aid offer letter

Alumni and Friends of JFSA College Financial Aid Program Scholarship

JFSA College Scholarship for Jewish students in Greater Cleveland. Minimum GPA 2.5, $250 award for undergrad/grad degrees.

AISC/Ohio Steel Association Scholarships

AISC/Ohio Steel Association offers a $2,500 scholarship for Civil or Architectural Engineering students in Ohio. Apply now!

Carol Ann and Ralph V. Haile Jr. Scholarship Program

The Carol Ann and Ralph V. Haile Jr. Scholarship offers $5,500 for eligible students in select counties with a 3.0 GPA or higher.

Community Foundation of Lorain County Scholarship Program

The Community Foundation of Lorain County offers scholarships for local students based on merit, need, and activities. Apply online!

The Community Foundation of Western PA & Eastern Ohio Scholarships

Over 200 scholarships available for local students in Western PA & Eastern OH, with awards starting at $250. High chances to win!

What is financial need and how do I know if I have it? 

Northern Cincinnati Foundation Scholarship

Northern Cincinnati Foundation offers $1,000+ scholarships for local students based on merit, need, or activities. High winning chances!

Department President's Scholarship

The Department President's Scholarship offers up to $1,500 for Ohio residents with veteran connections entering college.

CBC Spouses Education Scholarship

The CBC Spouses Education Scholarship offers $2,500 to $20,000 for Black high school seniors pursuing higher education. Apply now!

Cincinnati Scholarship Foundation Scholarships

Cincinnati Scholarship Foundation offers 950+ scholarships for Greater Cincinnati students with financial need. Average award: $1,500.

Green Industry Scholarships

Green Industry Scholarships offer $750 to $5,000 for Ohio students pursuing horticulture degrees. Apply now!

HCEF student scholarships

HCEF offers scholarships for Holmes County residents pursuing higher education. Awards start at $250. Apply online for eligibility.

NEWH Cincinnati Region Scholarship 

NEWH Cincinnati Region offers up to $5,000 scholarships for students in hospitality fields with a 3.0 GPA. Apply with an essay and recommendations.

Greater Oxford Community Foundation Scholarships

Greater Oxford Community Foundation offers $500+ scholarships for Talawanda students based on merit, need, or activities. Apply now!

The scholarship I'm applying to asks for references. Who should I be putting down?

The Dayton Foundation Scholarships

The Dayton Foundation offers scholarships for Greater Dayton students based on merit, need, and activities. One application for all awards.

The Jack W. and Shirley Berger Memorial Scholarship

The Jack W. and Shirley Berger Memorial Scholarship offers $250+ for Jewish students in specific Ohio counties with a 3.0 GPA.

Ashtabula County Agricultural Scholarship Fund 

The Ashtabula County Agricultural Scholarship offers $1,000 to students in agriculture and related fields. Apply with an essay and recommendations.