| Grant/Scholarship Program |
When
completing paperwork for scholarships, it’s always a good idea to save
what you’ve sent in. Scholarship applications ask for a lot of the same
information, so why re-write your personal statement when you’ve already
done it? Allan J. Carew Loras College Scholarship Fund www.dbqfoundation.org Provides financial aid to students primarily from Dubuque County, who have demonstrated financial need and are involved in extracurricular activities. American Legion Auxiliary Scholarship www.legion-aux.org/scholarships/index.aspx Scholarships supporting America's youth. Auxiliary members generously contribute to supporting a variety of scholarship opportunities for relatives of honorably discharged veterans and deserving youth. ASHRAE Mississippi Valley Chapter Annual Scholarship www.ashrae.org/students/page/704/ A $1000 one-time scholarship, given annually to a qualified student in the Mississippi Valley Chapter assigned area, generally bounded by Bettendorf, Davenport, Burlington, De Witt, and Dubuque, Iowa; Rock Island, Moline, Sterling, Kewanee, Galesburg, and Monmouth, Illinois. Catherine Dunn Scholarship Fund www.dbqfoundation.org Provides financial assistance to minority students, with an emphasis on those of Hispanic descent, who demonstrate academic ability, good moral character, and financial need. Clarence Griep Scholarship Fund www.dbqfoundation.org Provides financial assistance to one graduating senior from each Dubuque County high school in memory of former University of Dubuque professor Clarence Griep. Preference given first on the basis of academic achievement, second on the basis of community involvment, and third on the basis of need. Clayton Ridge Dollars for Scholars www.dbqfoundation.org Makes postsecondary education possible for all students graduating from Clayton Ridge High School through scholarships and educational support. Community Service Scholarship (Alliant Energy) www.alliantenergy.com/Community/CharitableFoundation/index.htm Scholarship to recognize outstanding community leadership in young people and help students reach their academic goals. Award selection is based on participation in a leadership role in community service activities and volunteer work; academic grade point average; standardized test scores; and the content of a 300-word essay submission. Conservation of Iowa Scholarship www.cdiowa.org/awards.html Scholarships for Iowa high school seniors to be used for their first year of education on the college level while pursuing programs of study in any field of agriculture or natural resources. Dubuque Kohl’s Kids Who Care Scholarship www.kohlskids.com Nominees must be legal U.S. residents of a state in which a Kohl's store is located. Nominees must be between the ages of 6 and 18 and not yet a high school graduate as of March 15, 2009. Each nominee must be nominated by someone age 21 years or older. Parents may nominate their own children. Dupaco Scholarship www.dupaco.com/page.php?page=262 Edith Kritz Scholarship www.finleyhospital.org/documents/alumni/Kritz_Guidelines_11.pdf Scholarships ranging in amounts of $250 to $1000. Students must be accepted into an accredited nursing program and pursue an ADN, BSN, or MSN degree. Education-to-Employment Grant Program Dubuque Area Labor-Management Council www.dalmc.com Program designed to help people who will be entering the workforce, as well as underemployed/unemployed individuals who want to prepare for highly-skilled work. If you are dependable, know how to get a job done and want to work in the tri-state area, this may be the program for you! Fidelity Bank and Trust www.bankfidelity.com/ASP/home.asp Scholarships of $500.00 each awarded to seven area High School Seniors. Finley Hospital School of Nursing Alumni Association Scholarship www.finleyhospital.org/body.cfm?id=88 Scholarships for high school seniors with plans to pursue a nursing career, currently enrolled in a nursing program, or a Finley employee seeking a nursing career. Students must attend an accredited nursing school and pursue an AND, BSN, MSN, or nurse practitioner degree. 4H Scholarships www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/grants.html Garnavillo Dollars for Scholars www.dbqfoundation.org Makes postsecondary education possible for all students graduating from Clayton Ridge High School through scholarships and educational support. Grand Lodge of Iowa Masonic Scholarship www.gl-iowa.org/2010-11%20Scholarship%20Application.pdf Scholarships designed to assist graduating seniors in pursuing a post-secondary education in any state at an accredited institution which provides a two- or four-year college program. The scholarships may be used for any bona fide school related expense such as tuition, fees, and books. Grant Vogt Flight Scholarship Fund www.dbqfoundation.org Provides financial support for aviation students' flight time while enrolled in the University of Dubuque's Flight Program. Guttenberg Dollars for Scholars www.dbqfoundation.org Makes postsecondary education possible for all students graduating from Clayton Ridge High School through scholarships and educational support. Homebuilders Association of Iowa Scholarship www.hbaiowa.org/scholarships.htm Scholarship funds for students pursuing a career in the home building industry and related trades. Hy-Vee Foundation Scholarships www.hy-vee.com/company/scholarships/ Hy-Vee scholarships include $1,000 awarded to 40 high school seniors and $1,000 awarded to 40 college students - for a total of $80,000 awarded in scholarship monies. To be eligible to apply for a Hy-Vee Foundation Scholarship, you may be pursuing any course of study but it must lead to a four-year college degree. Iowa Elks Association Vocational Grant www.adel.k12.ia.us/hs/Scholarships/tabid/219/Default.aspx Vocational Grants of $500.00 each to individuals pursuing a vocational (2-year or less) training/education program. Open to current high school seniors or any nontraditional student pursuing such a program. Iowa Engineering Society Scholarship iaengr.red5demo.com/about_ies/scholarship_information IES Chapters may offer a scholarship to high school seniors wishing to pursue an engineering degree and career, but the recipient must attend high school in one of the Iowa counties within that Chapter's boundaries. The Iowa Newspaper Foundation www.inanews.com/inf/scholarships.php The Iowa Newspaper Foundation offers scholarships for Iowa college students preparing for a career in the newspaper industry. High school seniors and students currently enrolled at a college or university are encouraged to apply. Junior High Rodeo Fund www.dbqfoundation.org Provides college scholarships to youth involved with the Iowa chapter of the Junior High School Rodeo Association. Recipients of the scholarship must join the program while in Junior High and actively participate through the completion of High School. Lauren Schmidt Memorial Scholarship for Nursing www.dbqfoundation.org Provides post secondary scholarships for Hempstead High School students pursuing a degree in nursing from a higher education institution in Iowa. Leo McCarthy Scholarship Fund for Loras College www.dbqfoundation.org Provides financial assistance enabling students to pursue their education at Loras College. Mercy Medical Nursing Scholarship Dubuque and Dyersville www.dbqfoundation.org Scholarships for graduating high school seniors who plan to pursue a career in nursing. Private College Scholarship Drawing $2,500.00 www.discovercolleges.com Submit the online request form, and be automatically entered in the $2,500.00 Private College Scholarship Drawing. Prudential Spirit of Community Awards www.principals.org/prudential The United States' largest youth recognition program based exclusively on volunteer community service. Over the past 13 years, the program has honored more than 80,000 young volunteers at the local, state, and national level. Robert Cronin Loras College Scholarship Fund www.dbqfoundation.org Provides financial assistance enabling students to pursue their education at Loras College. Rotary Club of Dubuque High School Scholarships Program www.dubuquerotary.org/highschoolscholarship.htm Awards scholarships to deserving High School Seniors who are planning to pursue higher education at an acredited College or University. Scholarships are available at all high schools in Dubuque and East Dubuque. U.S. Bank Internet Scholarship Program www.usbank.com/studentbanking Apply for one of 40 $1,000 scholarships. Search for Additional Scholarships FastWeb www.fastweb.com Search for scholarships with their free scholarship matching service, get student financial aid and find money to pay for college at FastWeb. |
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