HCHS and related scholarships - The complete listing

HARLAN - Last spring, an estimated 70 students received local scholarship awards from 48 sponsoring organizations, totaling close to $230,000 in funding.  In 2018 there are 11 new scholarships plus an additional 33 scholarships come from other sources which would likely bring the total to well over $500,000.  

The scholarships below are divided by those with applications available at the HCHS guidance web site and those available directly from the organization. The list provides a great planning document for students as they determine which scholarships they may want to apply for whether they are seniors or they are juniors planning ahead for next year. 

Jenni Svendsen, HCHS guidance counselor said, “Harlan Community High School is thrilled about the amount of community support that we receive each year in scholarship donations for our graduating seniors.” 

She said  most college tuition rates continue to increase each year in the state of Iowa and throughout the U.S.  College graduates continue to leave school with greater and greater amounts of debt.  The community support, in terms of scholarships, allows graduating seniors to begin college with a little more breathing-room in terms of paying for college.  

Most of the local, community-based scholarships offered to Harlan Community graduates are awarded directly to the college’s financial aid office towards tuition after the student completes their first semester of college.  

“Students can find all of the necessary information about these local scholarships, including applications, scholarship amounts, due dates, and eligibility requirements on the Harlan Community High School Guidance Webpage. If students have any questions about scholarship information or need help, the HCHS Counselors are always willing to help,” Svendsen said.

Alan Mores, co-publisher

NEW HCHS-RELATED SCHOLARSHIPS

(all scholarship deadlines are noted at the end of each scholarship)

NEW - 4 County Fair - $250 to graduating senior; current member of 4H or FFA Club in the 4 County Area (Harrison, Monona, Shelby or Crawford Counties); participated in 4 County Fair within high school career; planning to attend a post-secondary school in the current year. (February 28)

NEW - Bank of Iowa Spirit of Chandy - Fourteen $500 awards to high school senior who participated in swimming, biking, running or flying; available to Bank of Iowa customers and non-customers; must plan to enroll in a full-time course of study at accredited two- or four-year college, Univ., junior college or community college. (March 5)

NEW – Dan Hill Memorial - $500 to a graduating senior who wrestled for 4 years in the HCHS wrestling program; enrolled in a two- or four-year college/Univ. in the fall semester Immediately after HS graduation. (March 30)

NEW – Harlan Community Library Foundation - $1,000 to any student who is a permanent resident of Shelby County and a U.S. citizen with a minimum current GPA of 2.5, preference given to a student pursuing a degree in the field of Library Science, Education, Journalism, or English; if no other applicants in these fields, others will be considered; recipient of grant will be required to complete 110 hours of volunteer work at the Harlan Community Library between June 1 and August 31, 2018. (March 30)

NEW - Cass County Master Gardeners Horticulture - $1,000 scholarship to graduating seniors or graduates who are studying, or intend to pursue, a career in a horticulture-related field; students must currently reside in the following school districts which have members of the Cass County Master Gardeners: Atlantic, Audubon, AHSTW, Clarinda, CAM, Exira-EHK, Griswold, Harlan, Red Oak or Riverside.  (April 27)

HCHS-RELATED SCHOLARSHIPS

5th Annual Harlan FFA - $500 awarded to a graduating senior who has been a member of the Harlan FFA Chapter for at least 3 years, maintained a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher; maintained a Supervised Agricultural Experience Project each year while in FFA; plans to attend a two- or four-year community college, trade school, or Univ.. (February 23)

American Red Cross Bloodmobile - Amount of scholarship based on units donated annually at HCHS bloodmobiles; awarded to a Heath Occupation Students of America or National Honor Society member who has participated/worked a HCHS blood drive. (April 12)

Bauer, Maude and Keith - two $4,000 scholarships, one to an HCHS student pursuing a four-year degree in music, vocal and a second in an undesignated area of study. (March 31)

Bisgard, Connie Lamar - approximately $5,000 to a former graduate of HCHS in their junior or senior year enrolled at Iowa State and pursuing a 4-year degree in Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or Agronomy, (March 31)

Christensen, Roy & Lillian - one $750 scholarship to a HCHS graduating senior in the top 25% of their class. (March 31)

Eastern Star, Lebanon Chapter No. 8 - two $200 scholarships given to any senior going to an accredited college, nursing school, trade school, or other. (April 1)

Eble, George (Memorial) - the Shelby - Tennant Alumni Association will award a $500 scholarship to a student who resides in the former Shelby-Tennant School District, with preference given to someone going into education; if no other applicants in that field, others will be considered. (March 1)

Farm Bureau (Shelby Co.) - Two $500 scholarships - one in a field of Agriculture, one in any field (including Ag) awarded. Must be a son or daughter of a Farm Bureau Member; only one application is necessary for both Farm Bureau scholarships. Go to “Member Benefits” at iowafarmbureau.com. (March 1) 

Farmers Mutual Cooperative Telephone - one $500 scholarship to a high school senior in their service area. That winner will automatically be entered for two national scholarships - one for $2,000 with preference to students expressing interest in returning to rural community following graduation and one for $5,000 with preference given to students majoring in math, science, engineering or medicine - through the Foundation for Rural Service. (February 2)

Frum, M. Alice - One $500 scholarship to a student who must reside in the AHSTW school district, regardless of where attending high school. (March 1)

Gettys (Memorial) - two $500 scholarships to an HCHS senior involved in at least 2 sponsored activities their junior & senior years with a GPA of 2.5 or above, planning to attend at least a 2-year institution (April 1)

Harlan Kiwanis Club - two $500 scholarships to HCHS graduates who are active members of Key Club planning to attend a tech/vocational school or a 4-year college in Iowa. (April 15)

Harlan Knights of Columbus & Ladies Guild -  scholarships to all eligible students who are members or whose parents are members of St. Michael’s Catholic Church and who have participated in weekly liturgy, parochial school and/or religious formation classes, sacramental preparation and witnessing to one’s faith. (April 1)

Harlan Lions Club - four $600 scholarships to any HCHS graduating senior; must be pursuing a post-secondary education in any state at an accredited institution. (April 6)

Harlan Literary Club - Four $750 scholarships; any senior with minimum GPA of 3.0, students planning to further their education at accredited college, nursing school, trade school, etc. are eligible. (April 1)

Harlan Masonic Lodge - Seven $500 scholarships; any senior is eligible that plans to further their education at an accredited college, nursing school, trade school or other. (April 1)

Hoffmann, Jason Memorial Scholarship given by the Dunlap Outlaw Tractor Pull Group. Because of the success of its annual tractor pull, the scholarship has been expanded to include all high schools in Harrison, Monona, Crawford, and Shelby Counties.  Scholarship is based on school and community activities. . (May 1)

Johnson, Harold & Lucas, Harold - $1,500 to a student who has participated in varsity athletics at HCHS and is planning to attend a two or four year college. (April 15)

Johnston, Nikki (Memorial) - up to three $250 - $1,000 scholarships to students planning to further their education; must have GPA of 2.5 or above. (April 1)

Lage Loan Trust - $59,640 given in scholarship loans were given to 33 students in the 2017 graduating class. Each received two percent loans of $1,807. Student must be in the top half of the class and attending a four year college. There is no application for this loan; students qualify based on their class rank and will be notified by the high school if they have met the requirements.

Langenfeld, Mark A. & Helen (Memorial) - $1,000 scholarship to a HCHS senior who will be attending an Iowa college or Univ. (2, 3 or 4 year program), have a GPA of 3.0 or higher. (April 1)

Larson, Dr. Craig (Perpetual Memorial) - $500 scholarship in memory of Dr. Craig Larson, HCS graduate and DVM. Applicants must plan to enter any healthcare field including, but not limited to, veterinary medicine; must have GPA of 2.5 or above. (April 1)

Lauridsen Family Scholarship  - two $2,500 scholarships awarded to HCHS graduating seniors (Class of 2018) pursuing technical trade studies (2- or 4-year schools) examples of qualifying programs are plumbing, electrician, automotive mechanic, engineering, robotics and computer/information technology and other technical trade programs; applicants must demonstrate satisfactory performance in those studies; minimum GPA of 2.5. (April 21)

Meyer, Ryan & Mallory - Two $300 scholarships available to HCHS graduating senior who participated in the jazz program for at least 2 years during their high school career, minimum GPA of 2.5. (April 3)

Midstates Bank - two $500 scholarship to an HCHS senior and Midstates Bank customer (students of a Midstates Bank employee are NOT eligible) who plans to attend a college or accredited school, 3.0 GPA and involved in extracurricular activities. (April 15)

Myrtue Medical Auxiliary - five $800 scholarships to students pursuing a healthcare related degree, must be a resident of the area served by Myrtue Medical Center and have at least a “C” average on the admission test, must be   between the ages of 17 and 55. (April 1)

Myrtue Medical Auxiliary/Donafae Hibray Memorial - This $800 scholarship is in memory of Donafae Hibray, a long-time member of the Auxiliary and will be awarded to a student pursuing a degree in any healthcare career; must be a resident of the area served by Myrtue Medical Center and have at least a “C” average on the admission test, must be   between the ages of 17 and 55. (April 1)

Nelsen, Norman (Memorial) - $500 scholarship to a HS graduating senior; must be a sibling/child/grandchild of a U.S. Veteran or active duty service member, including Guard and Reserve; minimum GPA of 2.5; participated in community organized sponsored activities that directly or indirectly improved life in the community; planning to attend a trade school, community college or Univ.. (April 2)

Nishnabotna Conservation Foundation - $500 scholarship for one Shelby County student who plans to further their education in a degree related to the natural resources field; current college attendees also qualify; may reapply throughout their undergraduate program and scholarships may be renewed. (April 1)

Nishnabotna Valley Foundation -  eight $500 scholarships available to any high school senior; four of those for students participating in a 2-year technical degree institution and the other four to any student that resides within the NVREC service territory; one $1,000 scholarships available through Basin Electric to any student whose parents are customers of the Nishnabotna Valley REC service area. (February 16)

O’Reilly, Bill - two $500 scholarships (male and female) who will be attending NW Missouri State Univ. and majoring in business or education. (April 15)

Panama - Adam Reisz Trust Scholarship - up to twenty-five $800 scholarships, only children of St. Mary’s parishioners are eligible. Karen Wingert, St. Mary’s Church, Panama.

Panama Transfer - $1,000 scholarship to a member of the HCHS class of 2018 planning to attend a trade school in Iowa or an Iowa community college beginning in the Fall of 2018 or before in the diesel mechanic/technology field; minimum GPA of 2.5; must be committed to pursuing a diesel mechanic/technology field at a 1- to 2-year post-secondary institution. (April 1)

Panama American Legion & Auxiliary Scholarship - up to eight $500 scholarships for information Ed Greiner, 489-2856.

Panama Young Mothers & Others - $100 - $250 scholarship to a student whose mother is a member of Young Mothers or if the student is a resident of Panama. (April 1)

Rodenborn (Bill) Farm Service Co-op Memorial - Established as a living memorial for past FSC General Manager, the late Bill Rodenborn; $1,000 scholarship (number of scholarships awarded varies from year to year) to any child of a Farm Service employee or stockholder, attending any certified college or univ. in the state of Iowa offering a two or four year academic program. (April 15)

Scott, Paul F. & June D. - 10 scholarships of approx. $1,000 each to a HCHS senior; must be enrolling in a two- or four-year degree or certified program, preference given to students with successful HS academic careers, extra-curricular activities, along with a demonstrated community service spirit of volunteerism. (March 31)

Shelby Community Club Scholarship - Two $500 scholarships available to any graduating senior who resides within the boundaries of the AHSTW School District, either enrolled in the AHSTW school, open enrolled to another school district, or home schooled. (April 1)

Shelby Co. Catholic School - Applicants must be a 2018 high school graduate who completed 8th grade at SCCS, shelcocath.pvt.k12.ia.us. (April 15)

Shelby Co. Farmers Mutual Insurance - two $500 scholarship to area HS graduating students from Shelby or surrounding counties; student’s family must be member of Shelby Co. Farmers Mutual Insurance Association (this includes all town families who have an IMT Homeowners insurance policy purchased through Shelby Co. Farmers Mutual Insurance Association); must have minimum GPA of 2.5 or its equivalent. (March 1)

Shelby Co. Pork Promoters - $250 scholarship to a HS senior whose parents are current members of the Shelby County Pork Promoters. (March 31)

Shelby Co. Soil & Water Conservation District - a $500 scholarship available to the Class of 2018 students pursuing programs of study in any field of conservation or agriculture; the District winner’s application will be sent to the regional competition with a chance of winning an additional scholarship of $4,000 (1st place), $3,000 (2nd place), and $2,000 (3rd place).  Regional winners who do not receive the state awards will receive $600, cdiowa.org or call 755-2417 ext. 3. (February 16)

Shelby Co. State Bank - Pays for A’s program students can win a $100 scholarship savings account and be eligible for a $1,000 scholarship savings account, contact SCSB for more information.

Shelby Co. Univ. Women - $250 scholarship to an HCHS graduating female attending a four year college. (April 1)

Shelby Co. Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 941 & Ladies Auxiliary – two $500 scholarships to students whose parents or grandparents are members of the VFW Local Post 941 or Ladies Auxiliary; must be in the upper one half of their class and be accepted into the college or trade school of their choice. NOTE: The VFW and American Legion are two separate organizations.  Make sure parent or grandparent is a member of the VFW in order to qualify for this scholarship. (April 1)

Smith, Bob (Memorial) - $250 scholarship to a HS senior planning to attend a 2 or 4-year college, univ. or trade school; must have participated in Shelby Co. 4-H or FFA activities and/or be currently enrolled in a 4-H or FFA program; minimum GPA of 2.5 or equivalent. Applications at the Shelby Co. Extension Office in Harlan. (May 25)

Tiarks School of Dance, Harlan - $300 - $500 scholarship to a graduating senior from their dance program, contact Tiarks for more information.

Town & Country Credit Union - two awards of $750 each to an area senior who is a primary member “in good standing” of TCCU, or applicant’s immediate family members must be primary members. (April 3)

United Bank of Iowa - $500 scholarship, with preference given to a student, or parents of the student, who are a UBI customer. Preference of field of study would be business, finance, accounting, agriculture or related field, high school senior with a 2.5 GPA or above or higher. (April 1)

United Evangelical Lutheran Church Trust Fund Education Grant - grants in amount of $1,000 are available to 2018 graduates who are confirmed members of United Lutheran Church in Shelby, IA. (March 31)

Vanderheiden, John (Wrestling) - $500 awarded to a HCHS wrestler, cheerleader or manager who has been with the program for four years. (March 30)

Veteran’s of Foreign Wars Post 941/VFW Auxiliary - Two $500 scholarships to a graduating senior who is in the upper 1/2 of the class; must have a parent or grandparent who is a member of the VFW Post 941 or VFW Auxiliary; must be accepted in the college or trade school of his/her choice upon graduation. (April 1)

VFW Scout of the Year Program - Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States awards three individuals who are: Eagle Scouts, Girl Scout Gold Award recipients, Venture Summit Award Recipients and/or Sea Scout Quartermasters who have risen above their peers in exemplifying the qualities of that rank.  $5,000 for 1st place, $3,000 for 2nd place, and $1,000 for 3rd place; must be a registered, active member of the Boy or Girl Scout Troop, Venturing Crew or Sea Scout Ship; must have reached 15th birthday and be enrolled in high school at the time of selection.  (March 1)

Zaccone, Paul (Memorial) - A $1,000 scholarship will be awarded to a current high school senior planning to continue their education in a 2- or 4-year college or technical trades program.  Selection is merit-based and awarded to the individual who displays a history of service and able to describe the impact this service has had on their young life; cumulative GPA of 2.5 or above.  This scholarship is in memory of Paul Zaccone, who had a giving heart. (April 15)

NEW SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE DIRECTLY FROM THE ORGANIZATION

NEW- AFIRM Matt Sherman Memorial - Two $500 scholarships from the Association for Integrated Roadside Management to individuals Interested in working with native vegetation or natural resources; must be attending or planning to attend college next year. (June 29)

NEW - Iowa FFA Foundation - The Iowa FFA Foundation is responsible for coordinating scholarships designed to assist students financially as they prepare for a career in the industry of agriculture. For more information about these scholarships, visit  iowafoundation.org/2018scholarships. (March 2)

NEW - Accuplan - offering a $2,000 scholarship to both high school seniors and college students who are US legal residents enrolled in school and attending classes no later than the fall semester of 2018; must submit a video about the topic of retirement and planning for the future. Details, accuplan.net/scholarship-promo.htm. (May 31)

NEW - Drone Technology College - Two $1,000 scholarships to students interested in pushing the drone industry forward to support their studies in a U.S. college or univ. undergraduate program; high school seniors are eligible to apply, dronepilotgroundschool.com. (May 1)

NEW - EGIA Foundation Scholarship Program - Twenty $2,500 scholarships available to high school seniors, graduates or GED equivalent; must enroll or plan to enroll In an HVAC technology related course of study at an accredited two-year college, vocational, technical school or other approved technical institute in the US; minimum GPA of 2.0, scholarsapply.org/egiafoundation. (April 1)

NEW - High School STEM Scholarship for Aspiring Commercial Drone Pilots - Unlimited number of scholarships available; students accepted on a rolling, case-by-case basis; any high school student interested in drones and looking to obtain their FAA drone pilot certificate; dronepilotgroundschool.com. (ongoing)

NEW - Jennie Edmundson Foundation - scholarships available to students accepted or currently enrolled into an accredited nursing program; cumulative GPA of 2.5 or above; degree programs that qualify are Associate Degree in Nursing, Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing, RN to BSN, or Master’s Degree in Nursing. Applications (712) 396-6059 or email sandy.westphal@nmhs.org (April 8)

To see the remaining 33 scholarships available please visit HarlanOnline.com and you’ll find our story in the scholarship story in our news section.

Agriland FS, Inc. - Five $1,000 scholarships and one $1,500 memorial award scholarship to HS seniors pursuing a career in any field of study in agriculture at an accredited two- or four-year college, univ., or vocational-technical school, students with immediate family member employed by Agriland FS are ineligible to apply. (March 15)

American Legion Legacy Scholarship - A HS senior who is currently accepted at or attending an institution of higher education which is a non-profit and regionally accredited institution; student has a legal parent who either died while serving on active duty, U.S. military service on or after September 11, 2001 OR a legal parent is a Post-9/11 veteran of the U.S. military, who has been given a disability rating of 50% or higher by the Veterans Administratio. (March 1)

Atlantic Business Professional Women - $500 Collen Scholarship, any female resident of Cass, Shelby, or Audubon Co. pursuing a computer science, management information systems, computer systems management, chemistry, or engineering degree. The student may attend full or part time and may be of any age. (April 1)  Available from Jolene Roecker, 712-249-7700.

Brian Pearson Memorial (Iowa Games) - $1,000 to any HS junior or senior for the 2017-2018 school year who have previously participated in any Iowa Games events (Summer Iowa Games, Winter Iowa Games, Iowa Games Net Fest or Iowa Games Mud Run) and pursuing post-high school education, one male and one female will be chosen each year. (April 30)

Casey’s - up to 20 $1,000 scholarships.  Applicants must have a 3.0 or higher and must be the dependent children (ages 17 - 24) of a part-time (5 consecutive years) or full-time (two consecutive years) employees of Casey’s General Stores, Inc. Search Casey’s Scholarships to learn more.

CDS Global - Donald F. Ross Scholarship (ranging from $500 to $1,250) to an accredited trade school, junior college, two or four-year college. Must be an employee or parents of an employee of CDS. Apply to the local Harlan CDS Community Contribution Committee. (April 2)

Coca-Cola Scholars Program - up to $20,000 to high school seniors planning to pursue a degree at an accredited US post-secondary institution, have a minimum GPA of 3.0 at the end of their junior year of high school, applicants may not be children or grandchildren of The Coca-Cola Company. (October 31)

Conductix Wampfler - up to $1,200 scholarship awarded to a dependent of a Conductix employee. (April 1)

Elks “Most Valuable Student” - $250 scholarship; open to any high school senior; apply online through elks.org. (November 27)

Elks Legacy Scholarship - up to $1,000 for 4 years; only children and grandchildren of Elks are eligible; apply online through elks.org (February 2)

Farm Bureau (Iowa) - 54 renewable $1,000 scholarships divided amongst Iowa’s nine Farm Bureau districts. Must be a son or daughter of a Farm Bureau member; only one application is necessary for both Farm Bureau scholarships. (March 1)

FFA and non-FFA member scholarships - annually $2 million in scholarships are given out to FFA members. Not an FFA member? Don’t worry, six organizations offer scholarships to non-members. Go to ffa.org and search FFA scholarships to download their 52-page list of scholarships. (February 1)

Governor Terry E. Branstad Iowa State Fair - up to four scholarships from $500 to $1,000 to graduating HS seniors who actively participate in Iowa State Fair (past or present), plan to enroll at an Iowa college or univ., must complete the FAFSA. (March 1)

Grand Lodge of Iowa - scholarships through the Grand Lodge Scholarship Program for students pursuing a 2- or 4-year college program (February 1) and the Masonic Charitable Educational Corporation (MCEC) Scholarship for students enrolling in a mechanical or trade course of study at an accredited Iowa community college (March 1); the number of scholarships and the amounts for each is dependent on the investment income earned. 

Hagan - up to $40,000 over 4 years to a student in the 2016 HS graduating class who attended as a junior and senior at an eligible high school, must have a GPA of 3.5 or higher, scored 23 or higher on the ACT (Composite Score) or have scored 1110 on the SAT (Reading and Math), must work 240 hours in the twelve months prior to the start of college, must complete the FAFSA. (November 15)

Hixson (Christina) Opportunity Award - half-tuition grant (estimated value of more than $15,000 over eight semesters) to be used at Iowa State Univ.; applicants must demonstrate financial need and be resident of Iowa; one award given per county. (January 1)

Horatio Alger Scholarships - up to $22,000 for eligible HS senior graduating in 2017, must demonstrate critical financial need (family income of $55,000 or less), be involved In co-curricular and community service activities, display integrity and perseverance In overcoming adversity; GPA requirements vary by program; please refer to the individual scholarship offerings at horatioalger.org. (October 25)

Hy-Vee Foundation - Forty $1,000 scholarships available to HS seniors / Forty $1,000 scholarships available to college students; must be a HS senior working for Hy-Vee or subsidiary who began employment on or before September 15, 2017 or a HS senior son and/or daughter of a full-, regular-, or part-time Hy-Vee or subsidiary employee who has a minimum of six months employment as of September 15, 2017 AND must be enrolling in college for the first time. (February 10)

Iowa 4-H Foundation - Various scholarships ranging from $500 to $3,500; High school graduate who must be a former or current member of Iowa 4-H, call Shelby Co. Extension, 755-3104. (February 1)

Iowa Automobile Dealers Foundation for Education - $2,000 for students interested in pursuing careers in the automobile industry, including technician training, body shop/collision repair, diesel, new vehicle sales, parts sales, accounting or business administration.  (March 1)

Iowa Cattlemen’s Foundation — various $1,000 scholarships to college students who have been involved in cattle or beef activities, iowacattlemensfoundation.org.

Iowa Hospital Assoc. - for college students studying for health care careers awards $3,000 per year for up to two years to students enrolled in an accredited program. In exchange, students agree to work one year in an Iowa hospital for each year they receive an award, ihaonline.org. (March 14)

Iowa Newspaper Foundation - scholarship awards typically range between $500 and $1,000; for Iowa college students preparing for a career in the newspaper industry at an Iowa community college or univ., inanews.com under “Future Journalists”. (February 9)

Iowa State Univ. - Mores Family Community Journalism Scholarship - up to four $2,000 scholarships to a sophomore or older student attending ISU’s Greenlee School of Journalism.  Greenlee School of Journalism, Room 178, Hamilton Hall, Ames 50011.

Iowa Tuition Grant - up to $4,000 for students with demonstrated financial need attending an Iowa private college or univ.. FAFSA is required; students qualify for this through their FAFSA application.

Mediacom World Class Scholars - $1,000 non-renewable, must be legal resident of areas serviced by Medicacom, awardees may attend any accredited two- or four-year college, univ., technical or vocational school within the US. (February 16)

Meredith Communications, Atlantic - $1,000 scholarship available to students continuing education at a college, univ., business or vocational training facility, priority given to students who plan on a career in Radio Broadcasting but all student are welcome to apply. (March 31)

Morrow, Warren A. (Memorial) - This memorial scholarship will award $5,750 in scholarships to high school seniors and college students who are members “in good standing” at an Iowa credit union; HS seniors graduating in 2018 will compete (based on online essay submission) for scholarships totaling $3,750; first place is $1,500, second place is $1,000, third place is $750 and fourth place is $500; post-high school students entering, or already attending, an accredited undergraduate, graduate or vocational program in 2018 are eligible for two $1,000 scholarships. Applications IowaCreditUnionFoundation.org, click on “Grants & Scholarships”. (February 9)

Omaha World Herald - $750 carrier scholarship, 402-444-1000.

P.E.O. (Philanthropic Educational Organization), promotes educational opportunities for women. They offer the Star scholarship in the amount of $2,500, to a female candidate who exhibits excellence in academics, leadership, extracurricular activities, community service and shows potential for future success.

Professional Educators of Iowa - The PEI Foundation scholarships and awards are available to any Iowa student who is interested in pursuing a career in education; various scholarships and amounts are available; peiowa.org.  (April 1)

Shelby Co. Cattlemen’s Assoc. - up to 29 - $1,000 scholarships to a Shelby Co. college freshmen or older, parents must a member of the Shelby Co. Cattlemen for a minimum of three years, either as a producer or friend of the industry and remain a member the year following receipt of the scholarship. Applications mailed to Cattlemen membership in January.

Southwest Iowa Educational Foundation - 54 scholarships ranging from $250 to $5,000 to students in this area; online submission process allows easier matching of students with scholarships. Apply online at http://swiowaeducationalfoundation.org. (March 15)

Titan Machinery - Service Technician Sponsorship (STS) Program - Titan Machinery dealerships are working with schools in their area that offer a two-year Associates in Applied Science (AAS) degree in Diesel Technology to engage students in our STS program. Sponsorship is also available to students in Precision Ag/GPS Product Specialist AAS degree programs. Sponsored students will work part time at a Titan Machinery store while going to school, and have an opportunity for full time employment as a Service Technician upon graduation, titanmachinery.com.