GHS will continue using a Multiple Scholarship Application to try to make applying for scholarships a bit less time consuming. Each year, there are various local scholarships participating in this process. Descriptions are found below under the February due dates. They are highlighted RED. Interested students will download and copy the multiple scholarship application. They will fill out the application one time and make a copy to give to each organization they wish to apply to. Some applications will also require the completion of a short supplemental essay. This is indicated below. The instructions are very specifically stated on the application. See Ms. Matlock with any questions.
DUE IN AUGUST
None at this time
DUE IN SEPTEMBER
None at this time
DUE IN OCTOBER
NEW!!! AES ENGINEERS SCHOLARSHIP
Due Date: 10-8-2024
Amount: $500
Seniors planning on attending college in the fall (you do not need to be studying engineering to be eligible). Interested students will submit an essay on the topic listed on the webpage. Visit http://www.aesengineers.com/scholarships.htm for more information.
DUE IN NOVEMBER
None at this time
DUE IN JANUARY
BEAUTY AND WELLNESS SCHOLARSHIPS FOR WOMEN
Due Date: 1-1, 3-31, 6-30, 9-30 (awarded quarterly)
Amount: $1,000 plus an organic beauty basket
The Skin Care Ox: Beauty + Wellness Scholarship for Women program was established to provide financial support to college women who are striving to lead healthy lifestyles. If you’re a female high school senior, undergraduate, or graduate student who is committed to maintaining personal wellness, then this is the scholarship for you! Visit their website for more information and to apply https://www.skincareox.com/scholarship/
DUE IN FEBRUARY
AIS SCHOLARSHIPS
Due Date: 2-1, 4-1, 7-1, 11-1
Amount: $500-$2,000
DUE IN MARCH
GREAT CLIPS SCHOLARSHIP
Due Date: spring deadline 3-1-2024; fall deadline 9-1-2024
Amount: Up to $5,000
CIRKLED IN “NO SWEAT” SCHOLARSHIP
Due Date: 3-31; 6-30; 9-30; 12-31 (Awarded quarterly)
Amount: $2,500
The Cirkled In “No Sweat” Scholarship is a $2500 CASH scholarship you can use for any educational purpose, from books to summer camp. In just two steps, you’re in! Apply by signing up for a Cirkled In account and then complete your portfolio. https://www.cirkledin.com/scholarships/?ref=102221WI1775
DUE IN APRIL
GLOBAL LIFT EQUIPMENT SCHOLARSHIP
Due Date: 4-15-2024
Amount: $500
GLORIA BARRON PRIZE
Due Date: 4-15-2024
Amount: $10,000
The Gloria Barron Prize for Young Heroes celebrates inspiring, public-spirited young people from diverse backgrounds all across North America. Established in 2001 by author T.A. Barron, the Barron Prize annually honors 25 outstanding young leaders ages 8 to 18 who have made a significant positive impact on people, their communities, and the environment. Visit the website for more information at to apply http://barronprize.org/apply/
ARNE ENGEBRETSEN MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Due Date: 4-15-2024
Amount: $2,000
AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF BLACKS IN ENERGY
Due Date: 4-15-2024
Amount: $3,000-$5,000
Underrepresented seniors planning to go to college with a GPA of 3.0 or higher are eligible. An underrepresented senior would include: African American, Hispanic or Native Americans. Students must plan on majoring in business, one of the physical sciences, technology, engineering, or mathematics field (STEM) in preparation for a career in the energy sector. Interested students should vist: https://www.aabe.org/index.php?component=pages&id=4
CARRIE CRYSTAL STUCKERT MEMORIAL ART SCHOLARSHIP
Due Date: 4-22-2024
Amount: $1,000-$5,000
STUDENT-VIEW SCHOLARSHIP
Due Date: 4-23-2024
Amount: $500-10,000
Seniors that plan on attending college in the fall are eligible. Simply log on to www.student-view.com and complete a 15-20 minute application survey about colleges in the area and the scholarship will be awarded via a random drawing of completed applications
WPGA JUNIOR FOUNDATION, INC. SCHOLARSHIPS
Due Date: 4-24-2024
Amount: $500-$1,500
There are various scholarships available to students that participated in golf. Applicants must have participated in at least 3 WPGA Junior events or programs. They must have a 3.2 GPA and a 20 on the ACT. Consideration is also given to those with outstanding character, contributions to school and community, citizenship and leadership. Those interested should apply here: http://www.wiscjuniorgolf.com/scholarships/
EMBERG SCHOLARSHIP
Due Date: 4-25-2024
Amount: Not listed
Must be high school seniors or graduates of high schools throughout Northeastern Minnesota and Northwestern Wisconsin and have a minimum unweighted cumulative GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale. Must demonstrate good character, academic ability, and readiness as well as demonstrate financial need. Be planning to attend full-time an accredited vocational, technical or trade school located within the Northeastern Minnesota or Northwestern Wisconsin area (see Qualified Institutions for list of approved schools). Scholarships are for one year only; however, current recipients may reapply and be considered for additional funding along with other new applicants. Apply at http://www.csascholars.org/emberg
AB NICHOLAS SCHOLARSHIP
Due Date: 4-30-2024 (application available on 2-1-2024)
Amount: $10,000 per year (renewable) for a 4 year school or $5,000 per year (renewable) for a 2 year school
Seniors planning on attending any UW-System school that is on the GHS basketball team as either a player or manager. Must be able to demonstrate financial need, academic achievement, and character. For more information, visit www.AbNicholasScholars.org
DUE IN MAY
ROVER.COM SCHOLARSHIP
Due Date: 5-1-2024
Amount: $2,500
Scholarship applicants will need to write a 400-500 word essay answering the following question: How did growing up with a pet in your life (could be a friend’s or family member’s) impact the person you are today? Essays should incorporate unique ideas, personal stories, and thoughts about how pets, in any form, have helped shape who you are today. Visit the website for more information. https://www.rover.com/college-scholarship/
KIDS CHANCE OF WISCONSIN SCHOLARSHIP
Due Date: 5-1-2024
Amount: $500-$5,000
A child of a parent who sustained a work-related serious injury or fatality, covered by the worker’s compensation laws of Wisconsin are eligible. Parent’s injury or death must have been a compensable or compromised claim. Applicants must also have a 2.0 GPA or higher and must be between the age of 17-24. Visit the website for more information and to apply. https://kidschanceofwi.org/scholarship/
NEW!!! AARON J MAIER MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Due Date: 5-3-2024
Amount: $2,500
The Aaron J. Maier Memorial Fund was established to honor the memory of Aaron Maier, a graduate of the Greendale High School class of 2004, who passed away on September 14th, 2014 after a brave and lengthy battle with colon cancer. During his time at GHS, Aaron was a successful student, accomplished athlete and beloved friend who took full advantage of every opportunity afforded him – a captain of the Varsity football team, a member of the National Honors Society and active participant in school culture. Upon graduation, he attended the University of Wisconsin-Madison where he earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Sociology.
The Aaron J. Maier Memorial Fund will award annually the Aaron J. Maier Memorial Scholarship in the amount of $2,500 to at least one Greendale High School student who has demonstrated achievement in school, athletics and community involvement consistent with the values of Aaron. Applicants must also have a minimum GPA of 2.5 or higher. Interested students should apply. Be sure to follow the instructions for submitting your applications.
GREENDALE FRIENDS OF MUSIC SCHOLARSHIP
Due Date: 5-6-2024 (first Monday of May)
Amount: $500-$1,000
Greendale Friends of Music offers up to $1,000 in scholarships to recognize graduating senior(s) who have demonstrated a high level of achievement in music. To be eligible, you must be majoring in a music-related field such as music performance, music education, music therapy, or music production. Scholarships will be paid after FOM receives proof of enrollment in a college or university. Applications are due Monday May 6, 2024. Application Form can be found at www.greendalefom.com
SENIOR CARE AGING SCHOLARSHIP
Due Date: 5-15-2024
Amount: $1,500
An annual college scholarship will be awarded to an individual that best demonstrates to us why "Aging Matters" to them. A $1500 scholarship will be given annually to a selected college student that currently cares for an aging loved one, works within the senior community, or intends to pursue a career that will have an impact on the elder population. Any existing student (or incoming freshman), in good academic standing, at a 2 or 4 year accredited college can apply for this scholarship. The recipient will demonstrate a unique and admirable understanding and desire to show us that "Aging Matters" to them. All applicants can get more information and apply online at this address:
REVIEW IT SCHOLARSHIP
Due Date: 5-15-2024
Amount: $1,000
Seniors planning to attend college with a GPA of 2.5 or higher are eligible. Applicants must submit a review of their favorite movie in 1,000 words or less. Visit the website for more information and to apply. https://chiureviews.com/reviews.php
MILWAUKEE SOCIETY POLISH NATIONAL ALLIANCE LODGE SCHOLARSHIP
Due Date: 5-15-2024
Amount: $400
B. DAVIS SCHOLARSHIP
Due Date: 5-21-2024
Amount: $1,000
WISCONSIN TOWNS ASSOCIATION
Due Date: 5-24-2024
Amount: $1,000
Seniors planning to continue their education next fall are eligible to write an essay on the following topic: “What strategies can be implemented by town officials in collaboration with citizens to maintain civility in local government?” Essays will then be sent to the organization by the deadline. Download an application. https://www.wisctowns.com/resources/scholarship/
DUE IN JUNE
ABBOTT & FENNER SCHOLARSHIPS
Due Date: 6-7-2024
Amount: $1,000
The A&F Scholarships are available to all high school juniors and seniors as well as all students currently registered in any accredited post secondary institution. To apply for this scholarship you will need to write a 500-1000 word essay on the topic: “Describe your educational career and life goals. Explain your plan for achieving these goals. Include your degree/major, why you selected it, and how this degree/major will help you achieve your goals.” Your submissions must be sent by email at scholarships@abbottandfenner.com. Visit https://abbottandfenner.com/scholarships.php for more information.
WCA GROUP HEALTH TRUST SCHOLARSHIP
Due Date: 6-7-2024
Amount: $2,000
To be eligible to receive a scholarship from GHT, the applicant must enroll full-time as an undergraduate student at a Wisconsin college in the fall 2019 term as either: a second-year student at a technical college; or a third- or fourth- year student at a four-year university. The applicant must be working towards a career in health services. The applicant or the applicant's spouse, parent, grandparent or guardian must be a GHT (Group Health Trust) member. Please note, past recipients are not eligible for consideration. Visit the website to apply. https://www.wcaght.org/2024-wca-group-health-trust-scholarship-program-now-open/
BIG SUN SCHOLARSHIP
Due Date: 6-19-2024
Amount: $500
The BigSun Organization is again offering a scholarship to any student athlete that is interested in applying. The ideal candidate will be attending a post-secondary institute where they plan on being involved in some sport at that institution. Visit www.bigsunathletics.com to learn how to apply.
STERLING LAW OFFICES, S.C. COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP
Due Date: 6-30-2024
Amount: $1,000
DUE IN JULY
INTERNATIONAL WOMEN IN MEDIA SCHOLARSHIP
Amount: $500
Due Date: 7-1-2024
The International Women in Media Scholarship was established by Everipedia, Inc. in 2017. It aims to increase awareness of women in journalism and the media, along with the challenges they face around the world. Applicants, instead of writing an essay, will create a Wikipedia-style biography page for a woman of their choice. A sample list of women will be provided, but applicants are free to choose their own. Visit
ADVANCEPOINT CAPITAL’S FINANCIAL LITERACY SCHOLARSHIP
Due Date: 7-15-2024
Amount: $1,000
To earn our scholarship, students need to demonstrate through an essay, how they plan to manage their finances entering college and adulthood. Through your research of this topic, we hope to educate you on the pitfalls of managing credit, debt, and income. To enter, you must be either entering as an undergraduate or currently enrolled as an undergrad from an accredited U.S. University or College. For more information and the application, visit the website.
ONGOING
WISCONSIN EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITY PROGRAM TIP GRANT
Due Date: Ongoing
Amount: $600-$1,800 per year (renewable)
CONCORDIA UNIVERSITY SCHOLARSHIP FOR MINORITY EDUCATION MAJORS
Due Date: None listed
Amount: $2,000
NOMINATIONS TO U.S. SERVICE ACADEMIES
Due Date: Varies
Amount: Admission with full tuition paid to a service academy
Students interested in being considered as a nominee to one of the U.S. Service Academies (Air Force, Naval, West Point, or Merchant Marine) must apply. Visit one of the websites for more information.
MILWAUKEE NARI FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP
Due Date: Various
Amount: $2,500-$5,000
Through the generosity of NARI Milwaukee member companies, individuals, and the community, endowments have been established at Milwaukee Area Technical College and Waukesha County Technical College. The goal of the scholarship program is to financially assist Wisconsin-based students who are entering into a remodeling trade program at a southeastern Wisconsin institution. Visit https://www.narimilwaukee.org/NARI-Milwaukee-Foundation/Scholarships for more information and to apply.
CHS FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIPS
Due Date: Varies
Amount: Varies
Seniors planning to attend a two- or four-year college or university for agriculture at one of the 25 university partners of CHS. Visit the website to view university partners and contacts by state and for more information to apply: https://www.chsfoundation.org/en/scholarships
LGBTQ+ SCHOLARSHIPS
Due Date: Various
Amount: Varies
SCHOLARSHIPS FOR WOMEN
Due Date: Various
Amount: Varies
PNC STUDENT SOLUTION SCHOLARSHIP
Due Date: Ongoing
Amount: Varies
This is a scholarship sweepstakes that is free to enter. Students must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident who is 18 years of age or older. Visit their website for more information on how to create an account and enter the sweepstakes.
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