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Suggested areas to look for scholarships:
1. At the college or university with which the student is applying. Check each individual school's website to
determine what the criteria and deadlines are for awards.
2. On-line students will find a variety of resources to assist in the scholarship search. A listing of suggested links
include:
-College.gov
This website sponsored by the Department of Education provides comprehensive information about why to go,
how to go, and how to pay for college. www.college.gov
-Fast Web
Conduct a free scholarship search online, answering a series of questions about your
qualifications/traits. www.fastweb.com
-The St. Louis Scholarship Guide
This guide was put together by The St. Louis Public School District and includes college planning timelines,
FAFSA tips, and a listing of scholarships available to students in the St. Louis/ Missouri areas.
www.slps.org (at this site search for ‘Scholarship Guide)
-DECA
A database students can search for college entrepreneurship programs. www.entrepreneurU.org
-SallieMae
More than just financial aid information, this website includes interactive calculators to estimate the cost of
college, forecast savings, and estimate loan payments. www.salliemae.com
-GoCollege
Offers the Scholarship 101 “lite” version, with 1,200 sources of scholarships, for free. For a fee, “All” Scholarship
101 sources are available. www.gocollege.com
Also, check out scholarships.com and collegeprowler.com
3. Students should check with any community organizations with which they or their family members are a
part.
4. Both student's employers and companies where parents are employed should be researched for scholarship
possibilities.
Be aware that scholarship scams do exist. Students should never have to pay to apply for a scholarship or pay to
have a company find scholarships for them. If you are suspicious of a certain website, please visit
www.finaid.org/finaid/scams.html for more information.
**2017-2018 scholarships will come out later in the year, please check back. Thank You!
2016-2017 SCHOLARSHIPS
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VANTAGE CREDIT UNION - 20- $1,000 Scholarships. Apps. are online at vcu.com. Deadline: 01/06/17
More info in the front office.
ELKS - Apps are online at www.elks.org/scholars/scholarships/applyMVS.cfm.
Deadline: 11/30/16.
PEOPLES BANK & TRUST - for students with a 2.75 gpa. Email [email protected] for an
application. Deadline: 3/15/17.
GE-REAGAN FOUNDATION - seniors who excel in leadership, drive, integrity, and citizenship. Apps
are at: reaganfoundation.org/scholarships
MO ASSOCIATION OF FAIRS AND FESTIVALS - open to seniors who participated in a MAFF
member-fair. Apps are at: mofairs.org. Deadline: 11/28/16.
MONSANTO FUND - open to students i n agriculture. Apply at ffa.org/scholarships. Due 02/01/17
KC ASSOCIATION EQUIPMENT DISTRIBUTORS - Students interested in heavy equipment and diesel
mechanics. Applications are in the office. Due: 3/1/2017
MISSOURI BANKERS FOUNDATION - Students who are interested in a career in banking. Applications are in
the front office. Due: 3/10/2017
ALPHA GAMMA SIGMA FRATERNITY - For MALE students attending MIZZOU. Apply at agsig.org/scholarship
Due: 3/15/2017
MISSOURI STATE FAIR - Applicants must have participated in State Fair and be in 4-H or FFA. Applications are
in the front office. Due: 2/1/2017
NATIONAL DEFENSE TRANSPORTATION ASSOCIATION - Open to ALL students. Applications can be found
under the Charities Tab at www.ndtascottstlouis.org Due: 3/1/2017
MFA WENTZVILLE - Open to any student who plans to earn a Bachelor of Arts or Science. Applications are in
the front office. Due: 3/10/2017
AVA'S GRACE - Open to any student who have or have had an incarcerated parent. Applications can be found
at avasgrace.org Due: 4/15/2017
HANSEN INJURY LAW - Open to students who have been impacted by car accidents or other types of accidents.
Applications can be found at hanseninjurylawfirm.com/scholarships Due: 8/1/2017
SIGMA ALPHA - Open to senior GIRLS planning to attend MIZZOU and major in Agriculture. Applications are
located in the front office. Due: 3/24/2017
FCS FINANCIAL - Available to seniors whose parents or grandparents are members of FCS. Applications can be
found at www.myfcsfinancial.com/scholarships Due: 3/1/2017
MISSOURI INSURANCE EDUCATION FOUNDATION - For seniors interested in an insurance, risk management
or actuarial science course of study at a Missouri college or university. Applications can be found at: mief.org
Due: 3/31/2017
MISSOURI COURAGE SCHOLARSHIP - For students with a desire to work for change to advance the lives of
LGBTO individuals & other groups that have face discrimination. Applications at: courage-scholarship.org
Due: 3/31/2017
PATRIOTS GUARD RIDERS - For students who are a child of military or first responder who have passed away
or are injured. Applications can be picked up in the front office. Due: 4/1/2017
WARRENTON HIGH SCHOOL LOCAL SCHOLARSHIPS
*Applications are available in the office. Most applications are due back to the office on March 21st by
3:00 PM- no exceptions. Please check each application for the due date.
1.“48” SCHOLARSHIP- 2017 48 Scholarship.pdf
The "48" scholarship is in memory of past graduate Randy Ray Mcleod. Randy was a great student and athlete at Warrenton High School. He graduated with the class of 2001, and went on to serve in the U.S Navy and Missouri
Army National Guard. Randy’s life ended on April 13, 2006, way too early. This $480 scholarship is funded by
Richy and Hannah Kohler in memory of him and is OPEN TO ALL GRADUATING SENIORS.
2.BIG RED BOOSTERS- 2017 Big Red Boosters.pdf
The Big Red Booster Scholarship Program will provide a $500 academic scholarship to ONE MALE AND
ONE FEMALE ATHLETE EACH YEAR. The scholarship payment may be used for tuition and books at an accredited institution. Payments will be made directly to the college or university attending in the name of the recipient(s).
3.BROCKFELD SCHOLARSHIP- 2017 Brockfeld.pdf
The Brockfeld family is sponsoring a $750 scholarship in memory of G. A. Brockfeld, Nell M. Brockfeld and Jon A. Brockfeld. The scholarship is intended to assist STUDENTS ENTERING A BUSINESS RELATED MAJOR, SKILLED
TRADE OR PROFESSIONAL CAREER. Selection is based on school record, work experience, a written paragraph
stating reasons for applying and academic standing.
4.DANIEL BOONE RETIRED TEACHERS /SCHOOL PERSONNEL SCHOLARSHIP- 2017 Daniel Boone Retired Teachers.pdf
The purpose of this scholarship is to promote teaching through the offering of a $500 scholarship. Students must
be 2017 graduates from a public high school in Warren County who are PLANNING CAREERS IN TEACHER
EDUCATION.
5.DANNY J. MARTIN MEMORIAL AND DR. JAMES CALE MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP-WARRENTON AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE- 2017 Danny J Martin and Dr James Cale.pdf
This $500 scholarship is sponsored by the Warrenton Area Chamber of Commerce. Recipient must be sponsored
by a Chamber member. Each Chamber member may sponsor only one (1) scholarship applicant each year.
Recipient must plan to attend a two year college, four year college or vocational school. Academics, community
and school involvement will all be considered.
6.GEORGE AND MELNA BOLM SCHOLARSHIP- 2017 Bolm.pdf
George and Melna Bolm of Warrenton offer two scholarships ($500 each) to one male and one female student
who plan to MAJOR IN AN AGRICULTURE RELATED AREA with preference for a student attending the University of Missouri-Columbia. If no agriculture students qualify, health care at the University of Missouri will be considered.
7.IAABO-IAFO SCHOLARSHIP-
The International Association of Approved Basketball Officials and The Interscholastic Association of Football
Officials have established scholarships in order to support the young men and women in the schools they officiate.
Any high school senior who is a US citizen is eligible. Students must have a minimum 3.0 grade point average in
order to apply. The deadline for this application is April 4, 2017 by 3:00 PM. This application is submitted online
only. Copy the link to complete the application https://goo.gl/forms/YTltqiQOJWRPYh1o1.
8.KAY SHORES MEMORIAL GRANT AND AID- 2017 Kay Shores.pdf
The local chapter of Gamma Alpha offers a $500 scholarship to a female graduate planning to further her
education. The scholarship is open to FEMALE STUDENTS WHO ARE PLANNING A CAREER IN EDUCATION.
Selection will be by a committee of members of Gamma Alpha.
9.LOUIS W. GUNTHER SCHOLARSHIP- 2017 Gunther.pdf
This scholarship is sponsored by Frieden’s United Church of Christ. It is for students who are PLANNING TO
BECOME A REGISTERED NURSE. Students do not have to be members of Frieden’s United Church of Christ to
apply.
10.MARGARET PRINGLE MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP- 2017 Pringle.pdf
2- $1,000 scholarships will go to STUDENTS WHO ARE ATTENDING A VOCATIONAL OR TECHNICAL SCHOOL and STUDENTS WHO ARE PLANNING TO PLAY A SPORT IN COLLEGE, BUT HAVE NOT EARNED A SCHOLARSHIP FOR IT. Preference will be given to students attending a Missouri college or university.
11.MARINE CORPS LEAGUE RICHARD SCOTT HAYMES SCHOLARSHIP- 2017 Marine Corp.pdf
This scholarship is for children, a spouse, siblings, grandchildren, great grandchildren, and step children of an
active duty, reserve duty or honorable discharged veteran of the United States Marine Corps or US Navy FMF
Corpsman. Or a member of the Marine Corps League or Marine Corps League Women’s Auxiliary. 3.0 GPA or better is required. The deadline for this application is April 1, 2017.
12.MFA FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP- 2017 MFA.pdf
The scholarship may be used at the college or university of your choice and toward any course of study you
desire to pursue. The amount of the scholarship is $2,000. The local selection committee considers the following:
scholastic progress, citizenship, extra-curricular activities, educational plans, and financial need. The deadline for
this application is March 15, 2017 (Spring Break) SO students need to have completed forms to Mrs. McDaniel by
March 10th.
13. PEOPLE’S BANK AND TRUST SCHOLARSHIP-
This scholarship is sponsored by the People’s Bank and Trust. Students must have at least a 3.0 GPA to be
considered. The scholarship is for $2000 each year and can be renewed for up to 4 years. There is an essay and
a financial need component to the application. The deadline for this application is March 15, 2017. Students must
email Mrs. McDaniel for the online application- [email protected].
14.RAYMOND & MARIE SPRICK SCHOLARSHIP- 2017 Sprick.pdf
The Raymond & Marie Sprick Scholarship Fund was established to aid deserving WHS graduates who will be
pursuing further education in the specific areas of HEALTH CARE, EDUCATION AND AGRICULTURE/CONSERVATION. Two- $1,000 scholarships will be awarded annually, one or more in each of the above areas. The amount will vary
each year. Students do not have to be members of Frieden’s United Church of Christ to apply.
15.ROTARY CLUB OF WARREN COUNTY- 2017 Rotary.pdf
The Rotary Club of Warren County has awarded nearly $1 million in scholarships to college bound high school
seniors since 1990. This is Rotary’s way of encouraging academic excellence. Any student living in the Warren
County R-III School District is eligible to apply for the Rotary Scholarship. Children of Warren County Rotarians
may apply regardless of which high school they attend. Five $1,500 scholarships for the 2016 school year will be awarded to underwrite college expenses. The deadline for this application is April 15, 2017 by 8:00 AM.
16.SCHOWENGERDT FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP- 2017 Schowengerdt.pdf
Ms. Margaret Schowengerdt of Warrenton established the Schowengerdt Family Scholarship in 1994. It is intended
to assist graduates of Warrenton High School who will attend the UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI COLUMBIA. The
number and amount of scholarships may vary yearly and are based on academic achievement, character,
personality, industry, and ambition. Financial need may be a consideration.
17.SHELTER INSURANCE FOUNDATION & KEITH HUFF SCHOLARSHIP- 2017 Shelter.pdf
This scholarship will be awarded annually to graduating seniors who attend high schools that are approved and accredited by the states’ departments of education. The scholarship will be in the amount of $2,000. A selection committee will consider applicants’ scholastic achievement, participation and leadership in school and community activities, citizenship and moral character, and educational goals.
18.THE MISSOURI BANK SCHOLARSHIP- 2017 The MO Bank.pdf
The Missouri Bank of Warrenton awards 2-$1,000 scholarships to graduating seniors who will be attending a
college or university. Factors considered in the selection are grade point average, college admissions test scores,
student curriculum, financial need, and extracurricular activities.
19.TYLER ROMAKER MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP- 2017 Tyler Romaker.pdf
This scholarship is provided by the WHS Class of 2012 and the Romaker Family in memory of Tyler Romaker.
Tyler was a graduate from WHS, and a senior at the Univ. of Missouri at the time of his motorcycle accident that
ended his life at the age of 22. This $1,000 scholarship will be awarded to a graduating senior who will be:
attending the Univ. of Missouri, pursuing a major in Music, wishes to be involved in a university’s orchestra,
marching band, OR is considering the Army ROTC University Program.
20.WARREN COUNTY FARM BUREAU SCHOLARSHIP- 2017 Farm Bureau.pdf
The Warren County Farm Bureau offers a $500 scholarship. Student’s FAMILY MUST BE WARREN COUNTY FARM
BUREAU MEMBERS on or before January 1, 2017. Applicants may major in any discipline, but PREFERENCE WILL
BE GIVEN TO THOSE ENROLLING IN AN AG FIELD. Application deadline is April 1, 2017 by 8:00 AM to
Mrs. McDaniel.
21.WARREN COUNTY SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT ROLE MODEL SCHOLARSHIP- 2017 Sheriffs Dept.pdf
The Warren County Sheriff’s Department and the Warren County D.A.R.E. Program provide a $1,000 scholarship
to a senior who is planning on furthering their education. Emphasis is placed on being a citizen of good character
and being a positive role model.
22.WARRENTON FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT SCHOLARSHIP- 2017 Warrenton Fire Dept.pdf
The Warrenton Fire Protection District sponsors a $500 scholarship in honor of fallen firefighters. It is open to
students who have been active in school activities and who have maintained good grades. Selection is made by members of the fire protection district.
23.WARRENTON FIRE PROTECTION LADIES AUXILIARY- 2017 Ladies Auxilliary.pdf
We will be awarding 2- $500 scholarships to individuals who are residents of the Warrenton Fire Protection
District and are PURSUING A CAREER IN EMERGENCY HEALTH CARE OR FIREFIGHTING SERVICES. Each applicant
must include a 500 word essay stating why they deserve the scholarship and must attach two letters of recommendation.
24.WARRENTON HIGH SCHOOL ALUMNI ASSOCIATION SCHOLARSHIP- 2017 WHS Alumni.pdf
The WHS Alumni Assoc. offers several $1,000 scholarships with academic standing and school and community involvement as the main selection criteria. Selection is made by the WHS Alumni Assoc.
25.WARRENTON HIGH SCHOOL IT CLUB SCHOLARSHIP- 2017 IT Club.pdf
The WHS Industrial Technology Club offers a scholarship to students pursuing technological fields or education
degrees. Preference will be given to IT Club members.
26.WARRENTON HIGH SCHOOL NHS SCHOLARSHIP- 2017 NHS.pdf
The WHS National Honor Society will offer 2- $100 scholarships to active NHS members.
27.WARRENTON HIGH SCHOOL STAFF SCHOLARSHIP- 2017 WHS Staff.pdf
The WHS Staff offers a scholarship to a graduating senior planning to attend college. Academic standing, school involvement and financial need are considerations. Selection is made by WHS staff.
28.WARRENTON HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT COUNCIL SCHOLARSHIP- 2017 StuCo.pdf
The Warrenton High School Student Council offers a $500 scholarship to Student Council senior members and a
$500 scholarship to a graduating senior (any senior can apply) planning to attend college. Academic standing,
school involvement and financial need are considerations. Selection is made by members of Student Council.
29.WISE FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP- 2017 WISE.pdf
The WISE Foundation will award several scholarships (the number will vary each year). Consideration is given to academic standing and community involvement. This is open to all graduating seniors. Deadline is March 31, 2017
30.WOODROW WILSON BLACKWOOD SCHOLARSHIP- 2017 Woodrow Wilson Blackwood.pdf
Each year, the Warrenton Education Association, in memory of Mr. Blackwood, a former Warren County R 3
teacher, offers 2- $1,000 scholarships to GRADUATES PLANNING TO BECOME TEACHERS. Applicants must
complete an application form stating educational goals and listing two references. Academic record, educational
goals and financial need are considered. Selection is made by a committee of the Warrenton Education
Association.
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