Ohio Scholarships for High School and College Students

Every year, the Ohio CattleWomen’s Association offers up to four scholarships, each worth $1,000, to exceptional college students. The selection is based on specific criteria outlined in the application. Applicants must submit the completed application form, which includes a photograph, recommendation letters, and academic transcript, by December 15.A. Scholarship Awarding ProcessThe Ohio CattleWomen’s Association has the discretion to award the scholarships annually.The scholarship program of the Ohio CattleWomen’s Association comprises up to four scholarships, each valued at $1,000.B. Eligibility CriteriaThe applicant should either be a child of a beef producer or directly involved in beef production or promotion.The applicant or...

Introduction The Stop the Hate initiative invites students in grades 6–12 across Northeast Ohio to take part in two creative contests that address bullying, prejudice, and community building. Youth Speak Out accepts essays and poems from individual students, while Youth Sing Out is a songwriting contest reserved for classrooms that participate in our complimentary songwriting workshops. Who can participate and workshop availability - Eligible participants: 6th–12th graders (including homeschool students) who live or attend school in the counties listed below. - Free workshops: We provide no-cost sessions in essay writing, poetry, and songwriting for middle school, high school, or homeschool...

Overview Below are the scholarship categories and the eligibility rules for each. Read each section carefully — if you do not meet the stated requirements or answer the eligibility question negatively, you are not eligible for that specific scholarship. RN Pursuing an Advanced Nursing Degree - Intended for registered nurses enrolled in a graduate-level nursing program (master’s or doctoral). - Eligibility check: Are you a licensed RN currently working toward a master’s or doctoral degree in nursing? If not, you are not eligible for this scholarship. RN Pursuing a BSN - Designed for registered nurses who are completing a Bachelor...

Overview The Ohio Soybean Association (OSA) awards two scholarships of $1,000 each year to students from any academic discipline who demonstrate a clear interest in the soybean sector. Who is eligible - Open to Ohio residents who are current full-time students at a college, university, or technical school, or to high school seniors who plan to enroll full-time. - Students from any major may apply, but applicants should show a strong commitment to the soybean industry and agricultural advocacy. Evidence of leadership or participation in agriculture-related organizations (for example FFA or 4‑H) is encouraged. - Applicants must be either a...

Overview This scholarship is intended for students from the Hilltop neighborhood of Columbus who demonstrate a strong, ongoing commitment to community service. Eligibility - Must be a graduating senior at one of the following schools: Bishop Ready Catholic High School, Briggs High School, Franklin Heights High School, or West High School. Alternatively, students who live inside the attendance boundaries of those high schools but are enrolled in a charter school or are home-schooled are also eligible. - Must have completed at least 30 hours of volunteer service between the start of the applicant’s junior year and the application deadline of...

Introduction The Ohio Township Association Scholarship Program was established in 2005. Its roots trace back further: former OTA board member Paul Smith and his wife Ethel made the founding gift to the scholarship fund, creating the basis for future awards. Ongoing support comes from County Township Associations, individual donors, and proceeds from the OTA’s annual golf outing. Current awards This year the program will provide up to five scholarships of $1,500 each to graduating high school seniors to assist with their continued education. For full descriptions of each scholarship, application instructions, deadlines, and complete eligibility details, please visit the OTA...

This scholarship, established by Marjorie Lodge in memory of her husband Dave Lodge — an enthusiastic golfer — is intended to assist a member of a Hancock County high school golf team. About Dave Lodge A native of Bowling Green, Ohio, Dave Lodge completed his secondary education at Robinson High School in Illinois and earned a Mechanical Engineering degree from Purdue University. He served in the U.S. Navy from 1943 to 1946. After his military service, he joined Marathon Oil Company in 1946 as a salesman and progressed through several roles, including Supervisor and Department Manager of Marketing and General...

Introduction The Western Reserve Herb Society funds Plant Science scholarships for undergraduate students pursuing a bachelor’s degree. These awards support students who have completed their sophomore year and are currently enrolled at an accredited college or university in the United States. Applicants must hold a cumulative GPA of at least 3.2. Eligibility - Completed the second (sophomore) year of undergraduate study and currently enrolled in a bachelor’s program. - Attendance at an accredited college or university in the United States. - Minimum GPA: 3.2. Available Awards - Western Reserve Herb Society (National) Plant Science Scholarships: two (2) awards of $4,000...

Overview The Western Reserve Herb Society awards Plant Science scholarships to undergraduate students who have completed their second (sophomore) year and are currently working toward a bachelor’s degree. Applicants must be enrolled at an accredited college or university and maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.2. Available Awards - Western Reserve Herb Society Plant Science Scholarships (national): Two (2) awards of $4,000 each. Eligible applicants attend accredited U.S. colleges or universities. - Frances Sylvia Zverina Scholarship (Ohio only): Two (2) awards of $4,500 each. This scholarship is limited to students attending accredited institutions in Ohio. Ohio applicants are automatically considered...

Introduction We are redesigning how we award scholarships. Since 1980 we have helped students pursue their goals, and we remain committed to supporting their educational journeys. Our scholarship programs reflect the Community Foundation’s mission of connecting people who care with causes that matter. To fulfill that commitment, we manage scholarship funds established by individuals and organizations. Who the scholarships serve Donors make it possible for students to follow many career paths—medicine, journalism, ministry, nursing, engineering, and more—by reducing financial barriers for both high school and professional-school students. Types of awards and the application tool We administer a broad range of...

Introduction The CF4CC administers a total of 43 distinct scholarship funds, 37 of which will be awarded in 2025. At this time the Foundation is accepting applications specifically for the Bucyrus Rotary Club Memorial Scholarship and the STRIVE Scholarship. Applicants should examine the individual eligibility and award criteria for each fund before applying. Who is eligible While the majority of the scholarships are intended for students who either live in Crawford County, Ohio, or who are current seniors or graduates of a Crawford County high school, not every award is limited to that group. Additionally, two of the scholarships are...

For thirty years donors have supported higher education for students in Erie County, Ohio, by establishing scholarship funds. Although educational programs have changed with time, our donors’ dedication to helping students remains constant. Deadlines - Universal Application (covers 40+ scholarships): submit by 11:59 p.m. ET on March 1. - September 30: Six Flags Associates, RAAM, and Maintenance Scholarships. - November 10: Harry DeLapp Scholarship. - February 1: Ohio Athletic Committee Scholarship. Eligibility - Residency: Specific residency requirements differ by scholarship. Check the criteria for each award you plan to apply for. - Enrollment: Applicants must be pursuing post-secondary undergraduate study,...