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Edison State CC
Edison Scholarship Application
Scholarship window is November 1, 2025-March 1, 2026
Sinclair College
Wright State
Bowling Green
Ohio State
Scholarships
Current Opportunities
Deadline: February 2, 2026
The Elks National Foundation (ENF) awards 350 Legacy Awards nationally. Legacy Awards provide $4,000 scholarships for children and grandchildren of dues-paying Elk members. Winners will be announced in late April 2026.
Please visit the Elks Legacy Award website for more information and access to the application.
Deadline: February 6. 2026
Midmark Corporation is proud to offer five technical scholarships. Eligible students can apply for multiple scholarships with one application. Please review the following requirements:
Three $10,000 Technical Scholarships
Each of these will be awarded to one qualified high school student upon graduation. Midmark will also offer paid co-op experiences for two semesters with one semester during junior or senior year.
One $5,000 Technical Scholarship
This will be awarded to one qualified high school student upon graduation. Midmark will also offer a paid co-op experience for one semester.
One $2,500 Award
This will be awarded to one qualified high school student upon graduation.
Required Application Documents
- At least one letter of recommendation from a teacher, counselor, or employer.
- Resume
- Transcript
Qualifications
- Must be a graduating high school senior from Darke, Miami, Mercer, Augalaize, or Shelby County High Schools.
- Must be pursuing a bachelor's degree at an accredited four-year college or university in one of the following areas:
Mechanical Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Computer Engineering
Computer Information Systems
Computer Science
Software Engineering
Industrial Engineering
Applications and more information can be found at the following link: Midmark Technical Scholarships
Deadline: February 11, 2026
The Scholarships for Military Children Program was created to recognize military families' contributions to the fighting force's readiness and to celebrate the commissary's role in the military family community. It is open to unmarried military dependent children under the age of 23 who possess a valid Uniformed Services Identification (USID) card. In addition, a student's parent(s)/sponsor(s) must be one of the following: active duty, reserve/guard, deceased, or retired from the Army, Marine Corps, Navy, Air Force, Coast Guard, or Space Force.
For the 2026-2027 academic year, 500 scholarships valued at $2,000 each will be awarded. At least one recipient will be selected at every commissary location where qualified applications are received. Additional awards are allocated on a prorated basis, meaning commissaries with larger applicant pools may have more than one recipient.
For more information, and to access the application, visit: https://fisherhouse.org/programs/scholarship-programs/scholarships-for-military-children/
Deadline: February 28, 2026
At the heart of the Wright-Patterson Spouses’ Club is a deep commitment to the success of our military families. Our annual scholarship program is one of the most meaningful ways we honor that commitment—opening doors for military spouses and children to advance their education and shape their futures. We believe in your potential, and we’re honored to be part of your journey.
Forms
Applicants should review the application instructions and sample resumes prior to submitting the scholarship application. It is the applicant's responsibility to ensure all information is submitted completely and in the proper format.
Eligibility Details
Application Instructions
Sample Resume
For more information, and to apply please visit: https://wrightpattersonosc.org/scholarships.html
Deadline: March 1, 2026
The OAPSE/AFSCME Memorial Scholarship Foundation Program is available to any graduating high school senior whose parent or legal guardian has been a member in good standing of the Ohio Association of Public School Employees (OAPSE/AFSCME Local 4/AFL-CIO) for one year (or who signed up for OAPSE/AFSCME Membership at the first opportunity after hire). The graduating senior must intend to enroll in a full-time degree program in any 2 or 4 year accredited university, college, business, technical or an accredited trade school. The scholarships may be used for any field of study.
Under the program all applications are reviewed by the Scholarship Selection Committee. From the applicants who meet the eligibility requirements, at least one scholarship of $2,500 is awarded to a scholarship applicant in each of the ten OAPSE/AFSCME Districts in the state.
Deadline: March 1, 2026
The Grand Lodge of Free & Accepted Masons of Ohio, Franklin Lodge #14 are sponsoring 3 $1,500 scholarships for students in Miami, Shelby, and Darke counties.
Students should mail the completed application to:
3rd District Scholarship Chairman
Stacy L. Smith
205 Hall Ave.
Sidney, OH 45356
Deadline: March 1, 2026
The Ohio Natural Energy Institute is proud to provide scholarships to students pursuing careers in the natural gas and oil industry.
Each scholarship is worth $1,500 per year with a total of four years of potential eligibility. The minimum scholarship applicant criteria include:
- Must be a U.S. citizen.
- Must have a career goal in the natural gas and oil industry.
- Must be an OHIO resident OR a student attending, or planning to attend, an accredited OHIO college, university, technical or trade school.
- Must have and maintain a grade point average (G.P.A.) of 2.5 or higher.
Applications are accepted January 1, 2026-March 1, 2026.
Visit https://www.ohionaturalenergy.org/scholarships for more information.
Deadline: March 6, 2026
The Troy Foundation has several scholarships available to seniors at all Miami County High Schools or who are residents of Miami County & surrounding counties. You will need to create a free application to apply for any scholarships through the Troy Foundation.
Click the title to see a full list and brief descriptions about each. You will only need to fill out one application to be considered for all of the scholarships listed.
Deadline: March 15, 2026
The Greater Ohio Valley Chapter of WID scholarship program supports females interested in pursuing degrees/certifications the Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) field with aspirations to pursue a career within or supporting the defense industry.
The application can be completed at Greater Ohio Valley Chapter of Women in Defense (WID) Horizons STEM Scholarship Program. PDF applications are available upon request.
Contact govwidscholarship@
Deadline: March 20, 2026
The Miami County Master Gardeners will be awarding three $2,000 scholarships to graduating seniors pursuing higher education in a horticulture, environmental science, natural resources, conservation, agriculture, or have plans to be an educator in these fields. The award will be used towards the student's tuition and fees and will be processed through the scholarship/admissions office of the chosen school. A schedule of classes or tuition statement from the college/university/technical school will need to be provided for the award to be applied.
Qualifications
- Must be a graduating senior and resident of Miami County OR MAY be a one-time prior recipient of this scholarship.
- Must have applied as a full-time student to a four-year college/university or a two-year technical school for fall of 2026.
- Must plan to study horticulture, environmental science, natural resources, conservation, agriculture, or have plans to be an educator in these fields.
Please fill out the application and return it to your school counselor by March 21, 2025.
Deadline: March 22, 2026
The foundation offers various scholarship opportunities for our students, depending on criteria. Amounts vary: $500 - $5,000 (Based on award).
To learn more about each scholarship that is offered, download the 2026 Scholarship Details.
Deadline: March 23, 2026
This scholarship is available to all Covington Seniors who have a 3.0 GPA or higher. Several scholarships will be given of varying amounts. The application is in PDF format this year. In an effort to keep all applications easy to read for the donors and members of the scholarship committee, please only use this format. See the application and scholarship rules for more information.
Applications will also be sent to all eligible students via email and USPS.
Deadline: March 31, 2026
The Ohio Gas Association Scholarship Foundation is a $1,000 annual scholarship that may be renewed up to three additional years. Applications are accepted between January 1, 2026 and March 31, 2026. Scholarship winners will be announced in May/June 2026
Minimum Applicant Criteria
- Must have a career goal in the natural gas or related energy field.
- Must be a US citizen or legal resident.
- Must be an Ohio resident attending, or planning to attend an accredited Ohio college, university, technical, or trade school.
- Must have and maintain a grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 or higher.
Applications must be submitted with all required information by this date to be considered. Incomplete submissions will not be processed.
For more information, visit: https://www.ohiogasassoc.org/
Deadline: April 1, 2026
The Wright-Patterson AFB Educational Fund was established in 1985 by Col. Nathan R. Rosengarten, USAF Retired, and his wife, Irma, as a means to reward academic excellence of the children and grandchildren of current WPAFB military and civilian personnel.
Click the title to read the full list of Eligibility Criteria.
All applications must be saved in PDF format, submitted via email, and received no later than the application deadline of April 1st by 4:00PM.
Deadline: April 1, 2026
One of SAME’s strategic goals is to “Enrich the STEM Pipeline for the Nation.” It is the intent of the Kittyhawk Post to grant scholarships annually to encourage students in the Post’s region (Ohio, Indiana, and Kentucky) to pursue careers in fields related to the Society’s mission - engineering, architecture, construction, facilities management and environmental management/science. The program is designed to cover all levels of post-high-school education to include associate, baccalaureate, and graduate degrees. The number and value of scholarships awarded may vary from year to year, but our typical awards are $1500~$2000 to eight to 12 awardees.
Applications are due by April 1, 2026. Applications can be submitted via email to kittyhawkpost@gmail.com or by mail:
SAME Kittyhawk Post
Attn: Scholarship Committee
P.O. Box 328
Fairborn, OH 45324
Deadline: April 1, 2026
Florence Adelia Butler Wells directed in her will the eventual establishment of a scholarship fund to memorialize her parents, Rachel and John Butler, and her husband Charles Wells. The scholarship fund awards scholarships to “worthy and deserving young men and women of good character in obtaining either collegiate, scientific, technical, musical, or vocational education.”
Scholarships range from $250 to $2,500. Awards are not renewable, but students may apply to the program each year they meet eligibility requirements. Scholarships are paid directly to campuses and require full-time enrollment for the 2026-2027 school year.
Click the title for more information on eligibility, award criteria, and the application process.
Deadline: Varies per scholarship
SkillsUSA members have access to a number of scholarships that are available to only SkillsUSA members across the country. Scholarship amounts vary per award.
Eligilibility
- Be a registered SkilsUSA member
- Submit an accurate and complete application that may include a letter of recommendation, essay, and/or resume.
- Meet scholarship-specific criteria
- Plan on enrolling in a college/postsecondary program in the 25-26 academic year, or if the student is a high school junior or younger, the academic term after high school graduation.
For more information and to see a list of scholarships, please visit the SkillsUSA Scholarship Website.
Past Deadline
Deadline: January 12, 2026
The Ohio JCI Senate C & E Foundation is made up of the life members of the Ohio JCI Senate who were members of the U.S. Junior Chamber of Commerce (Jaycees).
You have three (3) categories of scholarships to choose from:
- CATEGORY 1 - Academic-Based
- CATEGORY 2 - Need-Based
- CATEGORY 3 - Vocational
In the Academic-Based category, the top two (2) students selected will each receive a $1000.00 scholarship grant. In addition, the top two (2) recipients’ applications from this category will be submitted to the US JCI Senate Foundation Scholarship Program. Scholarship grants at the national level will be awarded in amounts of $1,500 or $2000 to 50 graduating high school seniors in the United States attending a United States accredited college or university.
In the Need-Based category, there will be at least two (2) students selected with each receiving a $1,000.00 scholarship grant. One (1) of these is a designated scholarship grant which will be given to a student who is a resident in one of the following counties: Allen, Putnam or Van Wert.
In the Vocational category, the top student selected will receive a $1,000 grant. The top application from this category will be submitted to the US JCI Senate Foundation Scholarship Program. Ten (10) students selected at the national level will each be awarded $1000.00 scholarship grants to further their education by attending any United States’ vocational, technical or trade school.
Students may only submit an application in one (1) category. Please select the category in which you wish to have your application judged and attach the enclosed page to the top of your application.
The deadline for submitting applications is January 12, 2026. Judging will take place January 31, 2026. Only the winners will be notified by letter. Please do not contact the national director as they will not know the outcome for the state. No electronic submission will be accepted.
PLEASE DIRECT ANY AND ALL QUESTIONS TO ME, JANE HIDER, OHIO SCHOLARSHIP CHAIR. PLEASE USE EMAIL COMMUNICATION FIRST AND THEN, IF NO RESPONSE WITHIN 24 HOURS, CALL OR TEXT. MY CONTACT INFORMATION IS LISTED BELOW. THANK YOU!
The Ohio JCI Senate is proud to offer this opportunity to our future leaders here in Ohio. Good luck!
Jane Hider, Senator #47491
Ohio JCI Senate C & E Foundation Scholarship Chairperson
mjphider@gmail.com
330-464-2906 (Calls and texts)
2025-2026 College Scholarship Application US JCI
2025-2026 Vocational Scholarship Application US JCI
Deadline: December 19, 2025
Pioneer Electric is proud to offer its Technical/Trade School Scholarship Program to children of members who live in a home served by the cooperative. Pioneer will award up to a $1,000 scholarship to high school seniors pursuing technical/trade school education.*
Requirements:
- Applicants must be the child or legal ward of an active member and live primarily in a home served by Pioneer.
- In the case of rental properties, the person who has the active service in their name at the time of the competition is the active member.
- Applicants must be graduating high school seniors who have all the basic credits for acceptance to an accredited technical college, trade school, or community college to obtain an associate degree, diploma, or certificate.
- Examples include, but are not limited to, dental hygiene, vet tech, electrician, HVAC, plumbing, auto mechanics, welding, machinists, or lineworkers.
- Applicants must have a GPA above 2.5 on a 4.0 scale OR equivalent standing on a nontraditional scale.
- Application information must be confined to the official application form and transcripts should be included as an attachment.
Selection Process:
Applicants will be randomly drawn to receive a scholarship. Money will be disbursed following confirmation of Technical/Trade School Program enrollment.
Questions can be directed to: nhatcher@pioneerec.com
Application and more information can be found here.
Deadline: November 24, 2025, 5:00 PM
Since 1946, the National Association of Secondary School Principals (NASSP) has awarded more than $30 million in scholarships to outstanding NHS seniors. This year, we are awarding $2 million in scholarships to 600 students. Each year, scholarship recipients are selected based on their demonstration of the four pillars of NHS: Scholarship, Service, Leadership, and Character.
Win up to $25,000 for your commitment to scholarship, service, leadership, and character. Top 25 national finalists receive an all-expenses-paid trip to Washington, D.C.
For more information and to apply, please visit: https://www.nationalhonorsociety.org/advisers/the-nhs-scholarship/
Deadline: November 12, 2025
The Elks National Foundation (ENF) awards 500 four-year scholarships based on scholarship, leadership, and financial need. National awards range from $1,000 per year to $12,000 per year and will be announced in April 2026.
For more information, and to apply visit the Elks MVS website.
Deadline: September 30, 2025
The Coca-Cola Scholars Program scholarship is an achievement-based scholarship awarded to students in their final year of high school. Students are recognized for their capacity to lead and serve, as well as their commitment to making a significant impact on their schools and communities. With the 37th class in 2025, the Foundation has provided over 7,000 Coca-Cola Scholars with more than $87 million in educational support. 150 Coca-Cola Scholars are selected each year to receive this $20,000 scholarship.
For more information and to apply, please visit: https://www.coca-colascholarsfoundation.org/apply/