2009-2010

1. Hy-Vee Foundation Scholarship
All high school seniors working for Hy-Vee and/or subsidiary who began their employment on or before September 15, 2009 are eligible to apply.  High school senior sons and daughters of full, regular, and part-time Hy-Vee and subsidiary associates who have a minimum of six months employment with the company as of September 15, 2009 may also apply.  Applicants must be enrolling in college for the first time.  Up to 40 -- $1,000 scholarship will be awarded to 2009-10 high school seniors.  Applications are available in the Guidance Office.  Applications must be postmarked by February 10, 2010.

2. Scholarships.com
Visiting www.scholarships.com is an excellent way to conduct a free, college scholarship search.  In addition to a scholarship search, students will also find an abundance of financial aid and loan information to help pay for college.
Scholarships-4u.com - Another excellent on-line scholarship search.  Many possibilities can be researched at this site.
FastWeb- This free service matches students with access to information on scholarships, internships, grants, and loans from various sources.  Access at www.fastweb.com
College Board/How to Pay for College - This College Board site, www.collebeboard.com/pay, offers a scholarship search plus planning and SAT information.
Wired Scholar - The site www.wiredscholar.com offers college planning resources, as well as a scholarship search in an online database.
CollegeNet - www.collegeNET.com is another online scholarship search.

3. Wendy’s High School Heisman Scholarship
Eligibility for application is limited to men and women entering their senior year of high school in the 2009-2010 academic year who have at least a 3.0 grade average and participate in at least one school-sponsored sport.  The link to the online application is available at www.wendysheisman.com  Any eligible student can register and begin the application process.  The online application must be completed by the student no later than 5:00 pm, central time, on October 1, 2009.  Each applicant must have their online application reviewed and confirmed online by a school representative. 

4. 2010 Prudential Spirit of Community Awards
This program specifically celebrates the spirit of volunteerism and recognizes those students who have particularly distinguished themselves through volunteer work.  Applications can be filled out online at:  http://spirit.prudential.com or www.prudential.com/spirit (access key:  spirit). Once you have completed your online application, print it out, sign it, and have a parent sign it.  Submit your printed and signed application to Mrs. Newkirk in the Guidance Office by Monday, November 2, 2009.

5. Coca Cola Scholarship
This scholarship is for well-rounded students with highly developed interests in their community.  Applications must be submitted online at:  www.coca-colascholars.org.  Scholarships vary in amounts from $10,000 - $20,000.  Application Deadline
October 31, 2009.

6. 2010 Elks Most Valuable Student Scholarships
Any senior child or grandchild of a living Elk or a charter member of a Lodge is eligible to apply.    Scholarship, leadership, and financial need are considered for this scholarship.  Applications are available in the Guidance Office or can be downloaded from the elks website at www.elks.org/enf/scholars.  Applications must be postmarked no later than November 2, 2009.

7. Dr. Seuss’s Oh the Places You’ll Go! 2010 College Scholarship
This scholarship is open to seniors who will submit an original literary composition that shows what kinds of opportunities and challenges you think your education will present in the future.  All entries must be original works submitted in personal essay/memoir format.  The essay can be no longer than 500 words.  Entries must be postmarked by February 15, 2010.  Applications are available in the Guidance Office or visit www.ohtheplaces.org to print out an application.

8. AXA Achievement Scholarship
The AXA Achievement Scholarship offers college scholarships in varying amounts to high school seniors who have demonstrated outstanding achievement in their activities in school, the community or the workplace.  Applicants must plan on enrolling full-time in an accredited two or four year college or university in the United States in the fall of 2010.  Applications must be postmarked by December 15, 2009.  Applications can be found in the Guidance Office or online at:  www.axa-achievement.com

9. Iowa Newspaper Foundation Scholarship Program
These scholarships (varied amounts) are for students preparing for a newspaper industry.  Two letters or recommendation and two samples of your writing are required.  Applications must be postmarked by February 12, 2010.  Applications are available in the Guidance Office or may be downloaded at www.inanews.com/inf/scholarships/php.

10. Grand Lodge of Iowa Masonic Scholarships
The principle criterion is service to school and community with special emphasis upon leadership roles in these areas.  An applicant’s academic record, communication skills, and need for financial assistance are also carefully considered.  Finalists will be asked to appear for a personal interview.  Applications must be postmarked no later than February 1, 2010. 

11. Grand Lodge of Iowa MCEC Technical Scholarships
These $1,000 scholarships will be awarded to a number of graduating Iowa high school seniors that plan to enroll in a mechanical or trade course of study at an accredited Iowa Community College.  Applications must be postmarked no later than March 1, 2010.

12. Bruegger’s Enterprises, Inc. Scholarship
Bruegger’s Bagel Bakeries will be awarding three (3) $5,000 scholarships to three deserving Bakery Team Members.  Team Members must be employed with the company as of August 1, 2009 to be eligible to apply by January 1, 2010.  Scholarships will be awarded by April 15, 2010.  The three Team Members awarded the scholarship must remain employed with Bruegger’s through August 2010 and work a minimum of 500 hours in the 9 months preceding the start of college.  How to apply and where to send materials can be found in the Guidance Office.

13. Better Business Bureau Student of Integrity Scholarship
The Des Moines Better business Bureau is sponsoring this scholarship to honor students of integrity.  Winners will be awarded a $1,000 scholarship to the accredited college/university of his/her choice.  Criteria for the award include leadership, community service, academics, integrity essay and letters of recommendation.  Only one application per school can be accepted.  All applications must be in to Mrs. Newkirk in the Counseling Office by Monday, December 11, 2009  (this gives the school time to choose their applicant and meet the postmark date of Dec. 18). 

14. Iowa Credit Union Foundation – Family Involvement Board Scholarship
This scholarship is open to any high school senior who will graduate in 2009 and who will be entering an accredited undergraduate, graduate or vocational program.  All applicants must have an account established in their own name and be a “member in good standing” at a credit union that is a member of the Iowa Credit Union League. Scholarship amounts vary from $500 to $1,500.  Applications are available in the Guidance Office or can be completed on-line at www.iowacreditunions.com.  All entries are due by February 5, 2010.

15. Christina Hixson Opportunity Awards – Iowa State University
This scholarship is now a half-tuition scholarship (estimated value of more that $13,000 over eight semesters) and is offered to a student from each of Iowa’s 99 counties.  Students must have faced challenges of personal and/or financial hardship, be a resident of Iowa, possess potential to succeed, demonstrate financial eligibility and plan on attending Iowa State University.  Applicants must complete the online application (www.dso.iastate.edu/hixson/application) by February 1, 2010.  You must also complete the Iowa State admission process by February 1, 2010 and complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) by March 1, 2010. 

16. The Pearl Hull Falk Scholarship
Each recipient of this scholarship must be of the Protestant faith, a resident of the State of Iowa, and a full-time student at the University of Iowa.  There will be 75 - 85 scholarships awarded in the amount of $400 each.  All recipients must be of good character and have a good scholastic record.  Applications must be submitted no later than May 1, 2010.

17. University of Iowa – Presidential Scholarship Program
To be eligible for this program, students must:

• Have a 3.8 cumulative grade point average
• Have an ACT composite score of 30 or better

Old Gold Scholarships of $3,000 a year for up to four years will recognize up to 350 of the most outstanding candidates in the Presidential Scholarship competition. 

Presidential Scholarships are worth $40,000 ($10,000 for four years) and will be awarded to 20 Old Gold Scholars.  Applications are available in the Guidance Office.  They can also be downloaded at www.uiowa.edu/admissions/undergrad/scholarships/first-year.  Completed applications must be postmarked by December 11, 2009.  Transcripts must accompany the application!

18. The Gates Millennium Scholars Program
The Gates Millennium Scholars (GMS), funded by a grant from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, was established in 1999 to provide outstanding, low income African American, American Indian/Alaska Natives, Asian Pacific Islander American, and Hispanic American students with an opportunity to complete an undergraduate college education in any discipline they choose. Applicants must be a U. S. citizen or have national or legal permanent residency in the U. S., have attained a GPA of 3.3 and be enrolling full time at an accredited college or university.  Paper applications must be postmarked by January 11, 2010 and online applications must be submitted by January 11, 2010.  Online applications are preferred and can be found at www.gmsp.org.

19. KFC Colonel’s Scholars Program
To qualify for this scholarship a student must be graduating from high school this academic year (2009-2010), maintain a minimum high school cumulative GPA of 2.75 or higher, enroll in a public, in-state college or university, pursue a bachelor’s degree and be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident.  Applications are to be completed online at www.kfcsholars.org.  Online applications will be available from December 1, 2009 through February 10, 2010.   

20. U. S. Bank Internet Scholarship Program
U. S. Bank will award up to thirty $1,000 scholarships to high school seniors planning to attend accredited two- or four-year colleges full-time next fall.  Scholarship award recipients are selected through a random drawing process.  Students can apply online by visiting the U. S. Bank web site at www.usbank.com/studentloans.  Online applications will be accepted from October, 2009 through March 2010.

21. H.S. Ostlin Memorial Scholarship – Iowa State University
Selection is based on academic excellence, preference is given to students intending to pursue a career in engineering.  Applicants must file a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) prior to March 1, 2009.  The amount of the award if $1,000 and is renewable for three additional years provided the student fulfills the scholarship requirements.  Applications are available in the Guidance Office or can be download at www.financialaid.iastate.edu.  The application deadline is March 1, 2010.

22. Mandelbaum Family Scholarship – Iowa State University
These scholarships will be awarded to students from the Des Moines area attending Iowa State University.  Preference is given to those students enrolled in the majors of Political Science, Economics, and International Relations.  Selection is also based on academic achievement and financial need.  To apply you must file a Free application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) prior to March 1, 2010 and be offered admission to Iowa State University.  No separate scholarship application is necessary.

23. Mediacom World Class Scholarship
These scholarships will be awarded to students from the Des Moines area attending Iowa State University.  Preference is given to those students enrolled in the majors of Political Science, Economics, and International Relations.  Selection is also based on academic achievement and financial need.  To apply you must file a Free application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) prior to March 1, 2010 and be offered admission to Iowa State University.  No separate scholarship application is necessary. 

24. Iowa PTA – H.L. Taylor Scholarship
Mediacom will award up to 50 scholarships of $1,000 each to graduating high school students attending any accredited two-year or four-year college, university, technical or vocational school in the fall of 2010.  All completed applications must include an essay on leadership,
the applicant’s school transcript, and two letters of recommendation.  The deadline for applications is February 10, 2010.  Applications are available in the guidance Office or
on-line at www.mediacomworldclass.com.

25. Des Moines Women’s Club $1,000 Scholarships
To be eligible for consideration, an individual must be a graduating senior of an Iowa Public high school and be considered a resident of the state of Iowa for one year prior to graduation.  The scholarship must be used for full-time study at an accredited Iowa college, university or vocational school.  References and a completed application must be postmarked by February 1, 2010.