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Winslow High School offers a wide array of resources to all our students, including access to all the best scholarships colleges have to offer. Use the links on the left to view some of the many scholarships available to college-bound students.
Visit the guidance office to see a complete updated list of available scholarships.
National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences Scholarships
| Eligibility: |
Any senior pursuing a career in the television industry at a four-year institution.
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| Apply: | Application form. On-line application
www.emmyonline.org/foundation/scholarship
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| Award: | $40,000
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| Deadline: | Nov. 5 |
National Association of Legal Secretaries Scholarship
| Eligibility: |
Any senior from Kennebec or Somerset County who is enrolling in an accredited institution pursuing a legal secretarial, court reporting or paralegal program. Must achieve a GPA of 2.5 or higher during the first semester of college.
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| Apply: | Application form, official transcript, copy of college acceptance letter, two letters of recommendation and a goals statement.
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| Award: | $200
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| Deadline: | May 1 |
National Association of Women in Construction (Eastern Me. Chpt. #329)
| Eligibility: |
Any senior who plans to enroll or is already enrolled
in the Construction field. Recipients are selected on financial need and scholastic achievement.
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| Apply: | Application form, essay of at least 50 words, 3 letters of recommendation, transcript.
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| Award: | $500
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| Deadline: | April 18th |
National Federation of Independent Business
| Eligibility: |
Any senior enrolled at an accredited 2 or 4 year university, college or vocational institute, nominated by a dues-paying NFIB member
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| Apply: | Application form, www.nfib.com/yea or www.goonline.cc Access key=NFIB, essay,
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| Award: | $1,000
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| Deadline: | Feb. 11 |
National Wild Turkey Federations Academic Scholarship Program
| Eligibility: |
A graduating senior who has a 3.0 GPA and pursuing a degree at an accredited institution. Student must support the preservation of the hunting tradition and participate in hunting sports. A current hunting license and a current NWTF membership are required.
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| Apply: | Application on-line www.nwtf.org/jakes/xtreme/scholarships
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| Award: | $250
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| Deadline: | Received by Jan. 1 |
NEACRAO Annual Scholarship
| Eligibility: |
Any senior who will be enrolling in a New England Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers member institution who has a GPA of 3.0 or higher.
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| Apply: | Application form to be completed by student and guidance counselor, essay and transcript.
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| Award: | $1000 for three students
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| Deadline: | March 1 (Postmarked) |
New Dimensions Federal Credit Union “Take Charge” Scholarship
| Eligibility: |
Any senior who is a member of NDFCU, who is an active participant in the “Take Charge” Program, with at least a C average, and will be attending an accredited institution.
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| Apply: | Application form from Credit Union, essay, and transcript.
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| Award: | $500
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| Deadline: | April 1 |
New England Chapter 16 International Right of Way Association
| Eligibility: |
Any Maine senior enrolled in an accredited college or post secondary school with an average of “B” or better, pursuing a realistic career in Engineering, Law, Appraisal, Environmental Studies, or related areas such as economics, communications or negotiations. Must show financial need.
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| Apply: | Application form, two letters of recommendation, high school transcript, and a 100 word statement indicating your plans for the future. www.nechapter16.com/education
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| Award: | Varies
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| Deadline: | April 1 |
Oddfellows and Rebekahs’ Nurses Training Scholarship
| Eligibility: |
Any senior entering a nursing program.
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| Apply: | Application form, transcript, letter of recommendation.
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| Award: | varies
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| Deadline: | April 15 |
Outstanding Students of America Scholarship
| Eligibility: |
Any senior with a GPA of 3.0 or higher and active in community service and school activities.
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| Apply: | Appl. form, on-line www.outstandingstudentsofamerica.com
biography, essay
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| Award: | $1,000
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| Deadline: | Postmarked Oct. 10th |
Paul H. Robbins P. E. Honorary Scholarship
| Eligibility: |
Any Maine senior pursuing a degree in engineering and entering the practice of engineering upon graduation. Selection is based on minimum Math SAT of 600 and Verbal SAT of 500, extra-curricular activities, essay, financial need.
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| Apply: | Application, essay, official transcript, two letters of recommendation
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| Award: | $2000
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| Deadline: | November 1 |
Paula Baillargeon Scholarship
| Eligibility: |
Any senior who is a resident of Maine who has been accepted into a baccalaureate degree program at an accredited post-secondary school.
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| Apply: | Application form and a letter of application detailing areas of volunteer service. Letter of recommendation from volunteer organization.
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| Award: | $500
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| Deadline: | April 15 |
Pearl V. Ramsey Memorial Nursing Scholarship of the Waterville BPW
| Eligibility: |
Any senior or college student who has been accepted into a nursing program.
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| Apply: | Application form, transcript, proof of acceptance, two letters of recommendation and a goals statement.
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| Award: | $300
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| Deadline: | April 20 |
Phi Delta Kappa International Scholarship Grants for Prospective Educators
| Eligibility: |
Any senior pursuing a career as a prospective educator. Selection criteria includes: academic standing, the essay, letters of recommendation, school activities, and community activities.
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| Apply: | Application form, two specific letters of recommendation, essay and transcript. www.pdkintl.org/awards on line application
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| Award: | varies up to $5,000
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| Deadline: | Feb. 1st |
Pine Tree State 4-H Club Foundation Scholarships
| Eligibility: |
Any senior member who is active in 4-H activities. |
| Apply: | Application form, letter of recommendation from 4-H leader or Extension Educator, copy of 4-H Portfolio, official transcript.
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| Apply: |
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| Award: | $1000
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| Deadline: | April 1 (received by) |
Plum Creek Timber Co. Scholarship Program
| Eligibility: |
Any senior who is a dependent of a Plum Creek employee.
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| Apply: | Application form, editorial essay, and official transcript.
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| Award: | $1000
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| Deadline: | March 15 |
Plum Creek Timber Community Scholarship Program
| Eligibility: |
Any senior who plans to enroll in a full time 2 or 4 yr. accredited college or technical school.
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| Apply: | Application form. www.sms.scholarshipamerica.org/plumcreek
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| Award: | varies
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| Deadline: | website opens Nov.12th |
Quality Child Care Education Scholarship
| Eligibility: |
Any senior pursuing a degree or taking classes in Early Childhood Education
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| Apply: | Application form, Federal Income tax return www.famemaine.com
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| Award: | $500 per course not to exceed $2000 per academic year
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| Deadline: | No deadline |
R.B.P.A. Scholarship Fund, Inc.
| Eligibility: |
Any senior enrolled in an accredited program and to enhance self-esteem.
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| Apply: | Application, short essay questions www.rbpa.org
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| Award: | Varies
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| Deadline: | March 15 |
Robert C. Byrd Honors Scholarship Program
| Eligibility: |
Any senior graduating in the top half of the class, who will be furthering their education in a four year institution.
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| Apply: | Application, essay, transcript and school profile. www.famemaine.com
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| Award: | up to $1500 renewable
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| Deadline: | April 15 |
Ronald P. Guerrette FFA Scholarship
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Applicants must be members of Future Farmers of America and have a demonstrated interest and motivation to pursue a career in farming and/or agriculture. Preference is given in this order: students from Caribou High School, Aroostook County, and Maine.
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| Apply: | Application form, counselor recommendation, personal statement, transcript, financial information form, and a copy of your financial award letter. www.mainecf.org
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| Award: | varies
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| Deadline: | March 1 |
Russ Casey/Maine Restaurant Association Scholarship
| Eligibility: |
Any senior who is a Maine resident, in good academic standing, and who has been accepted to accredited Food Service program.
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| Apply: | Application form, transcript, 3 letters of reference, letter describing your career goals.
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| Award: | varies
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| Deadline: | Received by May 1st |
Sam Walton Community Scholarship Program
| Eligibility: |
Any senior pursuing further education at an accredited college in the U.S.
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| Apply: | Application form. On line www.walmartfoundation.org
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| Award: | $1000
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| Deadline: | January 14 |
Sappi Somerset Community Connection Scholarship
| Eligibility: |
A graduating senior accepted to an accredited college or technical
school who demonstrates financial need with at least a “B” average
in high school.
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| Apply: | Application
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| Award: | $500
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| Deadline: | May 1 to Guidance Office |
Senator Joel Abromson Memorial Scholarship
| Eligibility: |
Any high school senior who has been accepted to an institution of higher learning.
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| Apply: | Cover letter, essay, letter of recommendation, copy of acceptance letter. www.equalitymaine.org
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| Award: | $1,000
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| Deadline: | April 15 postmarked |
Sertoma International Scholarship for Hearing Impaired Program
| Eligibility: |
Seniors with a documented hearing loss who will be attending a four-year institution in the US or Canada. Must have a minimum GPA of 3.2.
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| Apply: | Application form from www.sertoma.org
statement of purpose, official transcript.
Contact for application: Scholarships, Sertoma International
1912 East Meyer Blvd.
Kansas City, MO 64132
Must send self-addressed, stamped envelope.
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| Award: | $1000 renewable
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| Deadline: | May 1 |
Shaw Worth Memorial Scholarship of the Humane Society
| Eligibility: |
Any New England senior who has made a meaningful contribution to animal protection over a significant period of time.
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| Apply: | Specific letter of application and three letters of recommendation.
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| Award: | $2000
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| Deadline: | March 17 |
Sigma Phi Epsilon Balanced Man Scholarship
| Eligibility: |
Any male student attending the University of Maine-Orono in the fall. Criteria will be based on leadership, athletics, scholarship and gentlemanly behavior.
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| Apply: | Application, on-line app (www.2.umaine.edu/sigep/) “Balanced Man Scholarship application”, transcript
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| Award: | 3-$500
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| Deadline: | July 2 |
Stephen Phillips Memorial Scholarship
| Eligibility: |
A senior who has been accepted to an accredited institution who
is a permanent resident of New England or Mid-Atlantic State.
Applicants should have a GPA of 3.0 or higher, enrolled in a demanding course of study, demonstrate skilled writing ability and rank in the top 20% of your graduating class. Financial need is also a criteria.
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| Apply: | Application form, official transcript, essays, SAR report, financial aid award letter from institution. www.phillips-scholarship.org
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| Award: | $3,000-$10,000 yearly (renewable)
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| Deadline: | Postmarked by May 1st |
Sumner K. Wiley, Jr. American Society for Quality Scholarship
| Eligibility: |
Seniors, college students and adults pursuing an education in the Engineering, Quality or Manufacturing disciplines at a post-secondary educational institution. Applicants shall have been residents of Maine for the past two non-college years.
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| Apply: | Application, essay. www.asq-pinetree.org
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| Award: | $500 renewable
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| Deadline: | April 15 |
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