BETA SIGMA PSI/DARRYL JAHN MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

2 - $1,500 scholarships to incoming Lutheran freshman entering Iowa State University. Criteria include: investment in church activities, academic achievement, involvement in extra-curricular activities, and a personal interview. Applications available from Jan in the office or on-line @ www.epsilon.betasigmapsi.org. DEADLINE: February 27, 2010 & May 15, 2010

NIACC PRESIDENT'S SCHOLARSHIP

No application is needed. The scholarship is automatically awarded to seniors enrolling at NIACC full-time. Categories are: ACT 23-27 award $ 500 ACT 28-30 award $1000 ACT 31-36 award $1500 DEADLINE: there is no deadline.

NIAAC TRUSTEE'S SCHOLARSHIP

No application is needed. Seniors need only to apply and send transcript to office. Valedictorians and salutatorians are eligible for full-tuition scholarships. DEADLINE: there is no deadline.

IOWA STATE UNIVERSITY ENGINEERING TALENT IN EVERY COUNTY (E-TEC) SCHOLARSHIP

$500 scholarship to Iowa residents who have declared Engineering as their program study at ISU. Complete on-line application and demonstrate academic ability (min 3.0 GPA, top 30% class rank & ACT math score of 24 or above) Approximately 70 scholarships awarded. Go to www.engineering.iastate.edu/etec/scholarship-eligilibity.html. DEADLINE: March 10, 2010 I

OWA AUTO DEALERS ASSN FOUNDATION FOR EDUCATION

Various scholarships available to applicants who are pursuing career in automotive or any truck-related industry. Applicant must submit a letter of recommendation from an IADA member dealership, a letter of recommendation from high school teacher or counselor, and a letter written by applicant, explaining why they should receive a scholarship. Applications available in the office. DEADLINE: March 15, 2010

IOWA SOYBEAN ASSOCIATION

Two separate scholarships: ISA Ag Scholarship and Culinary Arts, Food & Nutrition or Foodservice Scholarship. Applicant must have at least a 3.0 cumulative GPA and demonstrate scholastic achievement, community leadership, and involvement in other activities. Each scholarship requires a written essay. Applications available in the office. DEADLINE for both scholarships: March 15, 2010

JAMES B. MORRIS SCHOLARSHIP FUND, INC.

Applicants must be of minority ethnic status as defined by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission and have minimum 2.5 GPA. Scholarships amounts determined at a later date. Certain Iowa college match MSF, thus doubling amount of aid available. Applications available in the office. DEADLINE: March 15, 2010

GARNER ROTARY CLUB SCHOLARSHIP

Scholarship available for students going into the Vocational/Technical field. Applications available in the office. DEADLINE: March 20, 2010

MINNESOTA FARMHOUSE FRATERNITY SCHOLARSHIP

At least three $1,000 scholarships awarded by Minnesota Chapter of FarmHouse Fraternity to a male high school senior who is planning to attend the University of Minnesota in the Twin Cities. Scholarship is open to incoming freshmen of all majors and is based on academic achievement, leadership experience, athletic involvement, and career motivation, not on likelihood to join a fraternity. Application available in the office or @ www.mnfarmhouse.org. DEADLINE: March 20, 2010

MONEY TO LEARN

Partners In Education scholarship for seniors planning to attend NIACC. Criteria include an ACT of at least 18 and in the upper third of the class. A 200-250 word essay on the topic “What's Below the Surface” is part of the application process. An application is available in the office. DEADLINE: March 26, 2010

ETHICAL DILEMMA CHALLENGE ESSAY/SCHOLARSHIP SPONSORED BY MOUNT MERCY COLLEGE

$250 scholarship available to high school senior attending any college in the Fall of 2009 (need not be attending Mount Mercy). Student must write an ethics essay regarding current government bailouts, minimum of 2 pages, double spaced. For more information, see Jan in the office. DEADLINE: March 31, 2010

US BANK INTERNET SCHOLARSHIPS

30 - $1000 scholarships available. Winners selected at random. Application available only on-line @ www.usbank.com, then go to student loans, then to Internet Scholarship under Additional Resources and follow the links. DEADLINE: March 31, 2010

FOREST CITY YMCA ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP FUND

Two (2) $1,000 scholarship, for assistance in pursuing education in social or people-serving professions. Preference given to Forest City YMCA members. Applications available in the office. DEADLINE: March 31, 2010

LEARNING DISABILITIES ASSOCIATION OF IOWA SCHOLARSHIPS

Awards three $1,000 scholarships to high school seniors planning to obtain post-secondary education (college or vocational) for next year. The scholarships are to assist students with learning disabilities for school-related expenses. For more information, contact Lorna Leavitt, Scholarship Chair, 509 Crestview Drive, Marcus, IA 51035, (712) 274-5136, email: leavitt@morningside.edu. DEADLINE: March 31, 2010

THE SALON PROFESSIONAL ACADEMY SCHOLARSHIPS

Academic Achievement Scholarships based on student's academic performance and attendance. High School Achievement Scholarships awarded based on high school activities and community service. Must attend Salon Professional Academy based in Ames. For more information and/or application, see Jan in the office. DEADLINE: March 31, 2010

MAXYIELD COOPERATIVE DEANNA ENGSTROM MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

$1000 scholarship to female part-time or full-time student in pursuit of a business degree. Applications available in the office or by e-mailing cmeyer@maxyieldcooperative.com, DEADLINE: April 1, 2010

PROFESSIONAL EDUCATORS OF IOWA SCHOLARSHIPS

Various scholarships available to those pursuing a career in education. Information on different scholarships is available in the office. DEADLINE: April 1, 2010

ACACIA LEADERSHIP SCHOLARSHIP - ISU

Up to $1,000 scholarships awarded to male, graduating senior who is enrolled @ Iowa State University. Applicants must demonstrate their ability to excel in the fields of academics, extra-curricular school activities, and community involvement. Applications available in the office. DEADLINE: April 1, 2010

GARNER PROGRESSIVE CLUB SCHOLARSHIP

$200 scholarship to senior who will be attending an accredited 2-4 year college. Application must be accompanied by two letters of reference. Applications available in the office. DEADLINE: April 1, 2010

CHS (CENEX) FOUNDATION HIGH SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIP

50- $1000 scholarships to applicants who are planning to study within the field of agriculture. On-going applications. Applications available in the office or on-line. For more information, log on to http://www.chsfoundation.org/upartnerships.html DEADLINE: April 1, 2010

LIBERTY BANK, fsb SCHOLARSHIP

$250 Scholarship awarded based on leadership and school and community activities. Applications available in the office. DEADLINE: April 1, 2010

NIACC LOGOS SCHOLARSHIP

Journalism scholarship to 2009 fall semester incoming freshman contemplating a journalism related career. Application, recommendation, and 3 writing or design examples must be submitted. Applications available in the office. DEADLINE: April 1, 2010

IOWA COURT REPORTERS ASSOCIATION MARY L. BROWN SCHOLARSHIP

$750 scholarship for seniors enrolled as a Realtime Reporting Major at AIB College of Business. Application plus 250-word essay and 2 letters of recommendation. Applications available in the office or on-line @ www.iacra.org, then go to Mary L. Brown Scholarship for High School Seniors. DEADLINE: April 1, 2009

NORTH IOWA BUILDERS EXCHANGE SCHOLARSHIP

2 - $1000 scholarships. To those interested in the building/trades area. Applications available in the office. DEADLINE: April 1, 2010

CORN BELT POWER COOPERATIVE IOWA LAKES COMMUNITY COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP

$500 scholarship for students enrolling full time at Iowa Lakes Community College in the Wind Energy and Turbine Technology program. Criteria include applicant's potential for success and GPA. Application available on-line @ www.iowalakes.edu. DEADLINE: April 1, 2010

CORN BELT POWER COOPERATIVE/NORTHWEST IOWA COMMUNITY COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP

Three - $500 scholarships enrolling in Electrical Technology, Powerline or Powerline Technology at Northwest Iowa Community College. Criteria include: must reside in county served by Prairie Energy, and must maintain a 2.5 minimum GPA. For application and more information, contact Rom Plumb @ Northwest Iowa CC @ 800-352-4907, ext. 152, or log on to www.nwicc.edu. DEADLINE: April 1, 2010

DALE SCHROEDER MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Up to $15,000/yr for applicants who will be attending and pursuing bachelor's degree at ISU, University of Iowa, or UNI. For more info, log on to www.act.org/daleschroeder DEADLINE: April 5, 2010

JOHN C. CULVER SCHOLARSHIP, SPONSORED BY IOWA DEMOCRATIC PARTY

$2,500 and $1,500 scholarship, with preference given to applicants interested in politics and government and demonstrate financial need and academic excellence. Recipients honored at Iowa Democratic Party annual Hall of Fame Awards. Application info available in the office. DEADLINE: April 6, 2009

FRANCES WREDE GOLL GRAY SCHOLARSHIP

Scholarship for past graduates and G-HHS seniors residing within G-H school district boundaries. Limited to four years at recognized college, university, technical or vocational school. Preference given to students with parents/grandparents with military service background. Applications are available in the office. DEADLINE: April 9, 2010

DON LARKIN, JR MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

$250 scholarship, based on community service. Must submit application. Applications available in the office. DEADLINE: April 9, 2010

BERNIE J. URICH MEMORIAL MUSIC SCHOLARSHIP

Applicants must be a senior graduating from Garner-Hayfield High School or North Sentral Kossuth High School and must be majoring in music education or music-related field and/or participating in an on-campus music ensemble. Priority given to student exemplifying exceptional passion and aptitude for music, demonstrate the potential to succeed and have shared musical talents with school, church and/or community. Applications available in the office, by e-mailing urichmemorial@mchsi.com, or may be filled out on-line @ www.halfwaytoheaven.org. DEADLINE: April 15, 2010

HORATIO ALGER STATE SCHOLARSHIP

Applicants must be pursuing a bachelor's degree ( may start studies at a 2-year institution in Iowa and then transfer to University of Iowa), have critical financial need, involvement in co-curricular and community activities, demonstrate integrity and perseverance in overcoming adversity, and maintain at least a 2.0 cumulative GPA. To apply,, log on to www.horatioalger.org/scholarships. DEADLINE: April 15, 2010

LEO H. GRETHER MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP-IOWA HIGH SCHOOL MUSIC ASSOCATION

$1,000 scholarship. Applicants who are choosing a choral music education career. Applicants must submit a tape containing 2 selections of contrasting nature, a list of school music participation and accomplishments, and 1-page essay. Applications available in the office. DEADLINE: April 15, 2009

AMERICAN LEGION LEGACY SCHOLARSHIP

Eligible applicants must be a child or legally adopted child or child of a spouse by prior marriage or dependent child as defined by the U.S. Armed Services for active duty personnel of the U.S. military and National Guard and military reservists who were federalized and die on or after September 11, 2001. Must attach copy of deceased veteran's death certificate. Application available in the office. DEADLINE: April 15, 2009

WINTER DANCE PARTY SCHOLARSHIP

$500 scholarship to applicants who are enrolling in college as a music major. One-page essay must be submitted entitled: “Why I have chosen to major in music”. Applications available in the office. DEADLINE: April 15, 2009

CLEAR LAKE BANK & TRUST COMPANY

Scholarship available to assist in the financing of post-high school training or education. Applications available in the office. DEADLINE: April 20, 2010

BILL'S FAMILY FOODS SCHOLARSHIP

Complete application and essay, with education and career goals and how post-secondary education will help achieve your goals. Must be Bill's Family Food employee. DEADLINE: April 16, 2010

FIDM/THE FASHION INSTITUTE OF DESIGN AND MERCHANDISE

This scholarship is for students interested in Fashion Design, Visual Communications, Interior Design, Digital Media, Fashion Merchandising or Graphic Design. You may get information and applications at www.FIDM.edu or call 1-800-262-3436. DEADLINE: April 30, 2010

IOWA PORK FOUNDATION PRESIDENT'S SCHOLARSHIP

$1000 scholarship. Major must be in an ag-related field, with emphasis on swine production, and enrolled in an Iowa college or university. Applications available on-line @ www.iowapork.org. DEADLINE: April 30, 2009

WILL TO WIN SCHOLARSHIP - SCHERING-PLOUGH (ASTHMA-RELATED)

$5000 scholarships available to high school seniors with asthma who are pursing higher education in: Performing Arts (dance, music, theater), Visual Arts (painting, drawing, sculpture, photography, film), Community Service, Athletics, and Science. Two scholarships will be given in each category. Applicants must demonstrate outstanding performance in one of the above categories, document a track record of achievements relevant to entry category, minimum 3.5 cumulative GPA, and received at least one award related to their entry category. Go to www.schering-ploughwilltowin.com. DEADLINE: April 30, 2009

ROBERT C. BYRD HONORS SCHOLARSHIP

Scholarships up to $1,500. Applicant must be following criteria: minimum of 28 ACT and 3.5 GPA; rank in top 10% of class; completed at least 3 years of science, 2 years foreign language, 4 years English, 3 years social studies, 3 years science, and 3 years of math. Community & school involvement, leadership, and written statement of future goals also will be considered. Applications available on-line @ http://www.ihaveaplaniowa.gov/. Click on Iowa Financial Aid Application under Quicklinks section. DEADLINE: May 1, 2010

KLEMME LIONS SCHOLARSHIP

Two (2) $250 scholarships awarded to a senior residing in the Klemme school district, based on financial need, character and leadership. Applications available from Jan in the office. DEADLINE: May 1, 2010

GOVERNOR TERRY E. BRANSTAD IOWA STATE FAIR SCHOLARSHIP

Up to 4 scholarships ranging from $500-$1000 awarded. Applicant must have actively participated in the Iowa State Fair (past or present), and plan to enroll in an Iowa college or university. Apply on-line @ http:///www.ihaveaplaniowa.gov/; click on Iowa Financial Aid Application under Quicklinks section. DEADLINE: May 1, 2010

PEARL HULL FALK SCHOLARSHIP

$400 scholarship sponsored by Midwest One Bank given to 75-85 recipients who will be attending University of Iowa as a full-time student. See Jan in the office for scholarship application and info. DEADLINE: May 1, 2010

ROBERT D. BLUE SCHOLARSHIP

$500-$1000 scholarships Applicant must plan to attend an Iowa college or university and be able to demonstrate literacy and scholastic ability, exhibit qualities of truth, courage and fellowship, and display moral force of character. Apply on-line @ www.rdblue.org. DEADLINE: May 10, 2010

WELLS FARGO COLLEGESTEPS PROGRAM & SCHOLARSHIP SWEEPSTAKES

20 - $1000 tuition scholarships available to all who enroll in the CollegeSTEPS Program, through random drawings. To enroll and apply, go to wellsfargo.com/collegesteps. DEADLINE: May 31, 2009

DONNA REED FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP

$250-$1,000 scholarships for those demonstrating highest level of talent in acting and musical theater. Finalists will compete in live performance at the Donna Reed Festival and Workshops for the Performing Art in June. Must submit video or DVD for consideration in each category. More info available on-line @ www.DonnaReed.org.

IOWA FOUNDATION FOR AGRICULTURAL ADVANCEMENT

Various scholarships and awards available to FFA and 4-H members . Log on to www.ifaa.org/scholarships for more info. DEADLINE: June 1, 2010

BALANCED MAN SCHOLARSHIP - SIGMA PHI EPSILON - ISU

1 - $1,000 & 2 - $250 scholarships to 2009-10 incoming male freshmen at Iowa State University. Scholarship based on scholastics, community service and extra-curricular activities. Applications available in the office. DEADLINE: June 1, 2010

IOWA SECTION PGA CHARLIE BURKART SCHOLARSHIP

$4,000 scholarship ($1000/yr) based on interest and activity in golf and potential future contributions to the game, academic ability, and financial need. Applications available in the office or on-line @ http://www.iowapga.com. DEADLINE: June 18, 2010

IOWA GOLF ASSOCIATION HERMAN SANI SCHOLARSHIP

$2000 for up to 4 years. Must provide a self-statement summarizing your experience and accomplishments in golf, awards and participation in all extra-curricular activities in school and community and plans for college, career, future participation in golf. Also need 2 letters of recommendation. Applications available from Jan in the office. DEADLINE: June 25, 2010

GREAT CLIPS COSMOTOLOGY SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIPS

Five (5) $300 scholarships awarded to students who will be attending cosmetology school. Must write a one page essay describing why cosmetology interests you and must include a letter of recommendation. Applications available in the office. DEADLINE: June 30, 2009

RINGHEIM SCHOLARSHIP - PHI DELTA THETA-IOWA STATE UNIVERSITY

$500 scholarship awarded to one incoming male student at ISU. No obligation to join Phi Delta Theta. Successful applicant will exemplify three cardinal principals of Phi Delta Theta: Sound Learning, Moral Rectitude, and Friendship. Applications available in the office or by going to http://iastate.phideltatheta.org/. DEADLINE: July 1, 2009

CONGRESSMAN LATHAM'S MILITARY ACADEMY

The United States Military Academies are all four-year liberal arts institutions with extremely competitive selection processes. Appointments to any of the academies offer a full academic scholarship and commission as an officer in the branch of military service served by the academy upon graduation. For more information, log on to http://www.tomlatham.house.gov/PAGES/militaryac.htm.

BUENA VISTA UNIVERSITY SCHOLARSHIPS AND AWARDS Variety of scholarships available for applicant who is attending BVU. To request application or to find out more about the scholarships, contact the Office of Admissions at 800-383-9600, or see Jan in the High School office for more information.

IOWA STATE UNIVERSITY SCHOLARSHIPS AND AWARDS Wide variety of scholarships available for those attending ISU. Go to www.financialaid.isstate.edu/Scholarships/freshman for a list of available scholarships for incoming freshman. The scholarships are hyperlinked for more info regarding each scholarship.