College Scholarships
The St. Croix Guidance Department and ISD 197 Guidance Counselors have information on sources of applications for college scholarships. Students and parents are encouraged to research available scholarships through the Guidance office, as well as online sources.
State of MInnesota offers the "Achieve Scholarship" for students who graduate after January 1, 2008. Earn $1,200 for the school of your choice. Visit their website for details on this program.
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Scholarship sources that have notified St. Croix are listed below, in no particular order. Please make note of any deadlines and due dates.
Elks National Foundation & Dakota County Elks Most Valuable Student Scholarships
The Elks National Foundation will offer 500 awards nationally ranging in value from $4,000 to $60,000. Dakota County Elks 2832 will offer two scholarships of $250 each. These awards are based on scholastic ability, leadership and financial need. Applications are available in the Guidance office or online at www.elks.org/enf/scholars and the deadline is January 9, 2009.
AXA Achievement Community Scholarship
Download an application for a $2,000 scholarship at www.axa-achievement.com, apply by February 15, 2009. Winners are diverse but share these characteristics: ambition and drive, determination to set and reach goals, respect for self, family adn community, and the ability to succeed in college.
American Cancer Society 2009 Youth Scholarship Program
for Young People Who are Cancer Patients/Survivors
The American Cancer Society announced the availability of a limited number of college/continuing education scholarships for students under the age of 25 who have been diagnosed with cancer before the age of 21, are a legal resident of Iowa, Minnesota, South Dakota or Wisconsin, accepted to attend an accredited two- to four-year university or vo-tech school, and who complete the application process. Applications are availabe from the Guidance office. The deadline for all applications is March 15, 2009. All applicants will be notified mid-May.
The Coss Family Foundation Scholarship, sponsored by The Saint Paul Foundation. Awards range from $500 to $3500 based on financial need and level of course enrollment. Eligibility requirements are: high school senior graduating from a public or private high school in one of 7 counties, including Dakota and Ramsey, Minnesota, and planning to enroll at least half-time (6 credits) in an undergraduate course of study at an accredited degree granting two- or four-year college or university, including technical colleges. Application postmark deadline is February 10, 2009.
Constance Currie Scholarship
Scholarship awards range from $300-$2,500. Applicants must be seeking a first-time post-secondary education and (1) have lived, worked, or volunteered within St. Paul's West Side Community (zip code 55107) at some point in their lives; or (2) been actively involved with Neighborhood House or the West Side community. Current holders of the Currie Scholarships are eligible to apply for renewal. Funds can be used for any school-related expense including books, transportation and rent. Completed applications and all additional required documents must be postmarked no later than March 6, 2009. Applications are available in the Guidance office.
Southern Twin Cities REALTORS Charitable Foundation Scholarship
Eligible seniors must reside in Dakota, Goodhue, Scott or Rice County of Minnesota and plan on attending a 2- or 4-year college, community college, university, or trade school beginning in the fall of 2009. Recipient will be selected on the basis of academic achievement, school activiies, community service, and written essay. Application forms are available in the Guidance office and require a completed form, written essay, and two letters of recommendation submited by Friday, March 13, 2009.
AFL-CIO Minnesota
Five $1,000 available to eligible high school seniors. Applicants must be a dues-paying member (for at least one year) of a union affiliated with the Minnesota AFL-CIO or the dependent of such a member; must be planning to attend a post-secondary institution or trade school within the State of Minnesota; and must have at least a "B" average. Winners are chose by lot from entries received by April 30, 2009. Application forms are available from the Guidance office or at www.mnaflcio.org.
Minnesota Association of Townships
Six $1,000 scholarships to students currently in 11th GRADE in Minnesota. Winners will be chosen based on a written essay. All applications for the 2009 awards must be submitted by May 1, 2009. Information is available at www.mntownships.org; applications are available in the Guidance office.
BigSun Scholarship
The BigSun Organization is proud to be able to help young athletes succeed in their academic
pursuits. We are offering an annual scholarship to a deserving student. All student athletes
are eligible for this award, regardless of which sport they are participating in.
Deadline - June 27, 2009 Amount of Award - $500.00
The successful applicant will be a high school senior or be attending a post secondary
institute and currently involved in some sport at that institution. Please visit our website
at http://www.bigsunathletics.com to learn how to apply.
$10,000 Scholarship Available - go to www.foxpreps.com for details on how to apply!
U.S.Bank Internet Scholarship Program
Thirty $1,000 scholarships awarded in a random drawing
NO essays
NO minimum GPA required
Program runs October through February
Apply online at usbank.com/studentbanking
KFC Colonel's Scholars Program
KFC Colonel's Scholars Program is dedicated to assisting students with financial need who plan to pursue a bachelor's degree at a public institution within their legal state of residence. For requirements and to apply for scholarships up to $5,000 per year, go online at www.kfcscholars.org between December 1, 2008 and February 10, 2009.
Minnesota Women's Golf Association Foundation
Four $3,000 scholarships will be awarded to senior girls residing in Minnesota and planning to enroll in a four-year college program the year their application is submitted. Skill or excellence in the game of golf is not a criterion, but candidates shall demonstrate an interest or involvement in the sport. Details of requirements and the application form are available in the Guidance office. Deadline for application is 4:30 pm March 31, 2009.
American Heart Association - Scholarships for high school seniors and college freshmen,
sophomores and juniors who are studying health, science or medicine in a
Minnesota school. Each scholarship will allow the recipient to explore the field
of cardiovascular research by working in a Minnesota research lab during the
summer months.
Northwest Airlines Pilots' Wives Club - Two $1,800 scholarships
The Veterans of Foreign Wars - One $1,270 scholarship
Information and application forms are available in the Guidance Office or at www.heart.org/mnscholarships .
Deadline for these applications is Wednesday, November 15, 2008.
Toyota Community Scholars
Toyota Motor Sales, USA, Inc. awards 100 renewable scholarships valued at $10,000-$20,000 payable over four years to seniors with a 3.0 GPA and a record of school and community service. For details, visit www.toyota.com/community. High schools nominate one student from their senior class. Information and application is available in the Guidance office. Nominations must be postmarked by December 1, 2008.
