How should I prioritize which scholarships to apply to? 

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

How do I increase my chances of getting a scholarship? 

Abbott and Fenner Scholarship

The Abbott and Fenner Scholarship awards $1,000 to high school and college students through an essay application.

Essay

Check the website for additional requirements.

Other

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

Transcripts

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

Resume

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

Can I use the same essay for multiple scholarship applications?

UMSA Foundation Scholarship

UMSA Foundation Scholarship offers $3,000 and $1,000 awards for students in specific fields. Eligibility: residents of five Midwest states.

You’ll need someone who knows you to write about the great 

Recommendation letter

Wisconsin Professional Police Association Scholarship

The Wisconsin Professional Police Association offers a $500 scholarship for residents pursuing degrees in police science or criminal justice.

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

Application form

Answer some open-ended questions to apply.

Short Responses

Oshkosh Area Community Foundation Scholarships

Oshkosh Area Community Foundation offers scholarships up to $10,000 for high school seniors in WI pursuing Education degrees.

WATDA Technician Scholarships

WATDA Technician Scholarships offer $750 for students in Wisconsin Technical Colleges studying Automotive, Diesel, and Motorcycle programs.

Incourage Community Foundation Scholarships

Incourage Community Foundation offers 180+ scholarships totaling $230,250 for Wood County students pursuing higher education.

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.

Chilton Area Community Foundation Scholarships

Chilton Area Community Foundation offers scholarships up to $1,500 for high school and nontraditional students in the Fox Valley Region.

Community Foundation of Dunn County Scholarships

The Community Foundation of Dunn County offers scholarships up to $2,000 for high school seniors based on merit and need.

Susan M. Krause Scholarship 

The Susan M. Krause Scholarship offers $5,000 to women in Door County seeking job skill improvement. Minimum GPA 3.00 required.

Community Foundation of Central Wisconsin's scholarships

The Community Foundation of Central Wisconsin offers $300,000 in scholarships for local students. High chances to win! Apply now.

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

Who should I ask for a letter of recommendation? 

Community Foundation of Southern Wisconsin Scholarships

The Community Foundation of Southern Wisconsin offers scholarships based on merit, need, and activities. Apply now for a chance to win!

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

AgCountry Farm Credit Services High School Scholarship

AgCountry Farm Credit Services offers $1,000 scholarships for high school seniors pursuing agriculture careers. Apply now!

The Community Foundation of Southern Wisconsin's scholarships

The Community Foundation of Southern Wisconsin offers scholarships for high school seniors in several counties. Apply now for a chance to win!

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

Howard E. and Wilma J. Adkins Memorial Scholarship

The Adkins Memorial Scholarship offers $2,500 for juniors/seniors in welding engineering in WI or KY. GPA requirements apply.

What is a letter of recommendation?

Greater Green Bay Community Foundation Scholarships

The Greater Green Bay Community Foundation offers scholarships up to $3,000 for local students based on merit, need, and activities.

CBC Spouses Essay Contest

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

How do I get my official high school transcript?

How do I submit a transcript for a scholarship application? 

WRA Education Foundation Scholarship in Culinary & Hospitality

WRA Education Foundation offers scholarships for Wisconsin residents in culinary and hospitality fields, starting at $250.

Kenneth G. Weckel Scholarship

The Kenneth G. Weckel Scholarship provides $2,500 for UW system undergraduates majoring in agriculture or food science.

You’ll need an application letter summarizing your experience and why you’re applying.

Cover letter

WASBO Foundation Scholarships

WASBO Foundation offers $4,000 scholarships for graduating high school seniors attending accredited colleges or universities.

Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region's scholarships 

The Community Foundation offers $1.4M in scholarships to Fox Valley students. High chances to win! Average award: $2,700.

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.

Community Giving Scholarships

Community Giving Scholarships awarded over $273,000 to students in Minnesota. High chances for local students to win. Apply now!

WiRSA Scholarship

WiRSA Scholarship offers $750 to graduating high school seniors at member schools. Apply with an essay today!

Illinois Undergraduate/Graduate Scholarship

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

Applicants will be interviewed for this scholarship process.

Interview

Richard T. Nuske Memorial Scholarship

The Richard T. Nuske Memorial Scholarship awards $1,500 to Wisconsin seniors for essays on Vietnam War veterans. Apply now!

Dan Riley Scholarship

The Dan Riley Scholarship offers $1,000 to Southern Door High School seniors pursuing Performing Arts with a 2.5 GPA.

Stanley Greene Memorial Scholarship

The Stanley Greene Memorial Scholarship offers $1,000 to Sturgeon Bay High School graduates with a 3.0 GPA. Apply now!

GLHF Career Development Scholarship

GLHF Career Development Scholarship offers $500 for Wisconsin residents with bleeding disorders. Apply with an application and essays.

WASBO Scholarship Program

WASBO Scholarship offers up to $4,000 for graduate students in Wisconsin pursuing School Business Administrator licensure.

The Six Meter Club of Chicago Scholarship

The Six Meter Club of Chicago offers a $500 scholarship for licensed radio amateurs in IL, IN, or WI with a GPA of 2.5+. Apply with an essay.

WAHA Scholarship 

The WAHA Scholarship offers $2,000 to residents of subsidized housing for college education across the U.S.

ISL Midwest Senior Scholarship

The ISL Midwest Senior Scholarship offers $1,000 to high school seniors in six Midwest states. Apply online.

WAFP Scholarship Program

WAFP Scholarship offers $2,000-$3,000 for students in Environmental Sanitation, Culinary Arts, and related fields at Wisconsin colleges.

Kenosha Community Foundation's scholarships

Kenosha Community Foundation offers $87,000+ in scholarships for local students. Apply now for a chance to win up to $7,500!

Student Scholarship Program

Scholarship for Wisconsin students in media studies, offering up to $2,500. Requires essay and two recommendations.

Diversity Scholarship Foundation Scholarships

Diversity Scholarship Foundation offers scholarships for law students from diverse backgrounds. Apply with resume, transcript, references, and essay.

Community Foundation of North Central Wisconsin's scholarships

The Community Foundation offers $300,000+ in scholarships for local students across 15 counties. High chances to win! Apply now.

Young Women in Public Affairs

Scholarship for young women (16-19) in southeastern WI, promoting volunteerism and Zonta International knowledge. Up to $5,000 award.

Touchmark Foundation Nursing Scholarship

The Touchmark Foundation Nursing Scholarship offers up to $1,000 for nursing students in select U.S. states and Alberta, Canada.

St. Croix Valley Foundation Scholarships

St. Croix Valley Foundation offers $400,000+ in scholarships for local students with a common application. Awards up to $1,500.

Fond du Lac Area Foundation Scholarships (graduating high school seniors)

Fond du Lac Area Foundation offers $250,000+ in scholarships for high school seniors with a single application process.

College acceptance letter / proof of enrollment

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!

Fond du Lac Area Foundation Scholarships (current college students) 

Fond du Lac Area Foundation offers over $250,000 in scholarships for local college students with a single application process.

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

Community Service

Empower Scholarship

The Empower Scholarship offers $1,500 to ethnically diverse students in medical fields from Minnesota or Western Wisconsin.

Peters Foundation Corp Scholarship

Peters Foundation Corp Scholarship offers up to $20,000 for high school seniors in environment, conservation, forestry, or education.

WIEA Scholarship

The WIEA Scholarship offers $1,000 to American Indian students in Wisconsin. Requires essay, recommendations, and tribal enrollment proof.

The Midwest Broadcasts Journalists Association Scholarship

The Midwest Broadcast Journalists Association offers $1,500 scholarships for students pursuing broadcast journalism in the Midwest.

PFund Scholarship

PFund Scholarship offers up to $12,000 for LGBTQIA+ leaders in the Midwest. Apply now to support your community involvement!

Peters Foundation Scholarship

Peters Foundation Scholarship offers up to $20,000 for high school seniors in environmental studies or education at select colleges.