Scholarships
Scholarship Information
Please check this page often, especially as each January approaches.
Scholarships may be added on a weekly basis. Pay special attention to application requirements, criteria, and deadlines. School-specific scholarships can be found by visiting a particular college's website. Apply, apply, apply!
The following scholarship applications are also available from Mr. Bliss: Baxter Memorial Engineering Schol., Burnside Masonics, Byron & Bernice West Schol., Carthage Lions, Clipper Fire Dept., Dallas City Lions, Carthage Eagles and Auxiliary, Hancock County Democratic Women, Hancock County Farm Bureau, Hancock County Republican Women, Hancock County Teen Court, IW Sports Boosters, John Alan Wilde, Jr. Schol., Jacob Burling Schol., Kiwanis/Key Club Schol., Lawton Memorial Fund, Lyle and Clarice Scott Schol., Memorial Hospital HIA and medical staff schol., Myra Green Schol., Rise Above Schol., Riverview Sportsmen, Sherman Tweedt Schol., Sunbeam Corner Schol., Terry White Memorial Schol., Virginia Allison Schol., and the Wanita Partick Scholarship.
Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) Link
https://studentaid.gov/h/
The Hagan Scholarship
Nationwide need-based merit scholarship. For use at most four year colleges/universities. 3.5 minimum high school GPA. DeAdjusted Gross Household Income for 2023 for applicants cannot exceed $100,000 annually. More information can be found at: https://haganscholarships.org/
Amount: up to $7,500 per semester Deadline: December 1, 2024
Walsworth Yearbooks Scholarship
Must be a junior or senior and involved in the Yearbook staff at Illini West. Rules, regulations, and application can be found here: https://www.walsworthyearbooks.com/signature-scholarship/
Amount: 2-$4,500 scholarships Deadline: December 6, 2024
Elks National Scholarships
Elks Most Valuable Student Scholarship: http://enf.elks.org/MVS Elks Legacy Award: http://enf.elks.org/Leg
Amount: varies Deadline: Most Valuable Student (Nov. 12, 2024); Elks Legacy (Feb. 3, 2025)
Warren-Henderson Farm Bureau Scholarship
Now open to Hancock County students. Application is available here.
Amount: varies Deadline: Rolling
Keokuk Area Foundation Scholarships
Multiple scholarship opportunities can be found here. There are several scholarships, each with their own criteria and deadlines. Please read through them carefully.
Amount: varies Deadline: varies
Ursa Farmer's Coop Scholarship
4-$1,000 scholarships are available to all active stockholders and the spouse, child, or grandchild of any active stockholders. Application can be found here.
Amount: $1,000 Deadline: March 1, 2025
WIEC Scholarships
The Thomas H. Moore Illinois Electric Cooperative Memorial Scholarship program awards 16 scholarships. Lineworkers scholarships are included, as well as those for member of WIEC services. Eligibility requirements apply. More information and deadlines for each can also be found here.
Amount: varies Deadlines: December 31, 2024 for some, April 30, 2025 for the lineworker's scholarship
Golden Apple Scholars
This is a teacher preparation and assistance program for curent seniors who have the drive and determination to become highly effective teachers in Illinois schools of need. More information and the application can be found here.
Amount: up to $23,000 Deadline: priority application deadline is December 1, 2024; final deadline is April 1, 2025
American Legion Americanism Essay Scholarship
A writing competition for students in grades 7-12 focusing on principles of Americanism and good citizenship. This contest encourages students to explore and articulate their understanding of American ideals. Essays are submitted through local American Legion posts, units, or squadrons. Winners progress through district and division levels, culminating in state awards. Cash awards are given for grades 7-10, with Scholarships awarded for grades 11-12. Information can be found here.
Amount: Up to $1,200 Deadline: February 7, 2025