The following is a list of scholarships that are available this year. The Guidance Office receives scholarship opportunities throughout the school year. The list changes daily so be sure to check occasionally for new postings.
Scholarships will be listed:
On the SEHS website (www.u-46.org/sehs) click on the “Scholarship” tab
On the school monitors as part of the daily bulletin
On the bulletin board in the Guidance Office
In the scholarship drawer in the Guidance Office
See Mrs. Panagiotopoulos in the Guidance Office for scholarship applications.
Additional scholarship opportunities may be found on the following websites:
When applying for scholarships you will need 2-3 letters of recommendation from school personnel and/or an outside community member (minister, boss, etc.) We suggest at least one of each. The letters should be addressed: To Whom It May Concern:, without naming a specific organization, so that you can copy and use them for several different scholarship applications.
Many scholarships require essays. You may choose to write a generic essay that you can copy and use for several different scholarship applications. Example: “What I would like to be doing five years from now.” Some applications will specify subject matter.
TRANSCRIPT REQUESTS
Most scholarship applications require a copy of your current transcript and ACT scores. The guidance office has “Transcript Request” forms for you to complete and need to be signed by thestudent and parent. Please request as many copies as you feel you will need.
Remember, obtaining and sending in scholarship applications is your responsibility!
If you would like your counselor to send your transcript please make sure that you provide them with a stamped envelope.
See your counselor or Mrs. Panagiotopoulos in the Guidance Office if you have questions.
Scholarship
Amount
Deadline
Description
South Elgin Parks & Recreation Youth Scholarship Program
Varies
For all Season sessions
Children age 15 and younger. Must complete application found in Guidance office, submit financial info, and a letter of reference. You can call Kim Wascher #847-930-6046 for more info.
IEA - NEA Education Scholarship
Varies
12/4/2009
It's open to all children of current IEA-NEA members that they plan to pursue a career in teaching. Applicants must have academic achievement, extra curricular activities, essay and financial need.
AXA Achievement Scholarship
Varies-up to $25,000
12/15/2009
Seniors; Based on achievements in activities at school, the community, or workplace. www.Axa-achievement.com
Black Women's Association Scholarship
$1,000
12/19/09
Seniors of African-American descent; Based on community involvement, extra-curricular activities, letters of recommendation, and essay. Must have a GPA of 2.5 or above and a clear judicial record.
CBAI Foundation for Community Banking
Up to 4,000
1/29/2010
Seniors; A short essay should be submitted to the guidance office: "What I like most about my community bank". Please stop by the guidance office to get information. www.cbai.com
Paramount Tall Club Scholarship
$750
2/1/2010
Seniors; who meet height requirements of 5'10" for females and 6'2" for males. Awards are based on grades and uniqueness of essay. Students may visit the web site for further details and download the application. http://www.tallchicago.org
Dr. Seuss's Oh, the Places You'll Go!
One $5,000
2/15/2010
Seniors; Your original literacy composition must be submitted in personal essay/memoir format. www.ohtheplaces.org
Elgin Woman's Club Scholarship Fund
2/$1,500
4/1/2010
Seniors; who have chosen a health Occupation major. Applicants must have an above average GPA, involvement in extra-curricular activities, and demonstration of leadership qualities.
Senior athletes are eligible for this award, regardless of which sport they are participating in. Please visit http://www.bigsunathletics.com to learn how to apply.
Hispanic Scholarship Fund
Varies
N/A
Seniors; hispanic heritage (most programs), min. 3.0 GPA. http://www.hsf.net/Scholarships.aspx?id=72
