Scholarships

Abbott & Fenner are committed to continuing our efforts at helping those who have the desire and ambition to succeed.

To apply for this scholarship you will need to write an essay on the topic below. The essay should be between 500 and 1000 words. Your submissions must be sent to us by email at: scholarships@abbottandfenner.com. All applicants should include their full name and mailing address with their submissions as well as the school they are currently attending.

Topic:

Describe your educational career and life goals. Explain your plan for achieving these goals. Include your degree/major, why you selected it, and how this degree/major will help you achieve your goals.

For over 30 years, Adams-Columbia Electric Cooperative (ACEC) has been awarding educational scholarships. Through the years hundreds of students from cooperative member families have been honored with scholarships. These scholarships have traditionally been awarded in amounts of $250 to $1000 each. The program is available January 1 – February 26, 2021.

Scholarships are awarded in all fields of post-secondary education from vocational to graduate studies. They are available to adults and dependent children of all ACEC member families currently receiving electric service from ACEC. Scholarships are awarded on the basis of need and excellence in academics, social and community service activities.

For more information, please visit their website: https://www.acecwi.com/co-op-programs/scholarships/

In 1956, Jon Steinhaus began his career with the former Adams-Marquette Electric Cooperative as an apprentice lineman. He progressed through the ranks and was named General Manager in 1976. Mr. Steinhaus retired in 1996 after 40 years of dedicated cooperative service.

The purpose of the Jon Steinhaus Line Worker Scholarship Program is to encourage men and women to pursue an electric line worker career.  Scholarships are awarded annually in the amount of $1,500. 

Scholarship eligibility includes anyone who is a high school senior (or older). Successful applicants must be enrolled in an Electrical Power Distribution (EPD) program at a certified EPD school in the United States. Although not a requirement, preference is given to members of Adams-Columbia Electric Cooperative.

For more information, please visit: https://www.acecwi.com/co-op-programs/scholarships/.

AES Engineering is pleased to be able to continue offering scholarships to motivated students to help in the furthering of their education. Our belief is that achieving a high grade point average should not be the only criteria for determining who deserves to be helped. For that reason we are offering a scholarship that will be awarded on the basis of character, as determined by an evaluation of the essays that are submitted. Scholarships are intended for our future leaders across a wide spectrum of fields of study. This award is available to high school seniors and all students attending a post secondary educational facility, but student are not required to be taking Engineering courses to be eligible. 

For more information, please visit: http://www.aesengineers.com/scholarships.php

This $500.00 scholarship is in honor and in memory of Alice from her daughter, Sandy Edwards. P.E.O is a philanthropic education organization where women celebrate the advancement of women, educate women through scholarships, grants, awards, loans, and stewardship of Cottey College, and motivate women to achieve their highest aspirations. This is a one-time award to be paid to the recipient upon providing proof of enrollment in an accredited postsecondary educational institution. Applications are due by March 1 TO THE ADDRESS LISTED ON THE APPLICATION.

The American Indian Graduate Center and AIGCS are the largest scholarship providers to Native students in the US. Students must be seeking a full-time degree at a nationally or regionally accredited higher education institution in the United States.

All applicants must be able to demonstrate tribal affiliation through the submission of a Tribal Eligibility Certificate. Each opportunity has specific affiliation requirements, please review the specific criteria that you are applying for to ensure eligibility. The TEC is due on the day the application is due. Individuals applying for multiple opportunities should submit just one TEC to AIGC.

For more information about their various scholarships and to apply, please visit their website: https://www.aigcs.org/scholarships-fellowships/

The American Legion Auxiliary Department of Wisconsin is proud to offer numerous scholarships for current high school and college students. 

For more information about their scholarships and to apply, please visit: https://www.amlegionauxwi.org/scholarships

The American Legion was chartered and incorporated by Congress in 1919. It is the nation’s largest wartime veteran’s service organization, committed to mentoring youth, sponsorship of programs in our communities, and continued devotion to our fellow service members and veterans. This scholarship is awarded based on certain eligibility requirements as well as academics, activities, achievements, & written communication of the applicant.

An eligible student must be a graduating high school senior from Baraboo High School who will be pursuing a degree at a university, college or technical school. They must maintain a Grade Point Average of 3.0 or greater through the 7th semester of senior year and must be directly related to a United States military veteran or active duty service member. The veteran/service member can be a sibling, parent, grandparent or great grandparent. Applications are due March 1 to the address listed on the application.

Scholarships will be awarded to BHS graduating seniors and to current college students who are a current member or (have been) a member of the Baraboo High School FFA Chapter and who has an immediate family member as a current dues-paying member of the Baraboo FFA Alumni Association. The applicant must be accepted at (or attending) an accredited university, college or vocational-technical institute for a degree program or short course program. There are different applications for current and past graduates!

Applications are due to Student Services March 1st. 

This $500 scholarship will be awarded to Baraboo High School current year graduate who has demonstrated an ongoing commitment to service through Key Club. Applicants must have been active in the club for 3 years or have completed at least 150 service hours and completed at least 50 of these service hours their senior year.  Checks will be awarded to the recipient upon proof of completion of one full semester as a full-time student and satisfactory progress (GPA of at least a 2.0) at an accredited 2 or 4-year college or vocational school. A verified copy of the transcripts must be received by Key Club within 8 weeks of the completion of the first semester. Applications are due to Student Services by March 1.

Baraboo Music Support Group will award up to two scholarships of $500 to BHS graduating seniors and/or college students that have been active in the Baraboo School Districts Music Programs and intend to (or are declared) major in music. The number of scholarships and the amount of money per scholarship will be set each year based on the financial status of the BMSG. The applicant must be pursuing a degree in music to apply for this scholarship. Applications are due to Student Services by March 1.

Baraboo Theatre Guild will offer a scholarship to a graduating senior from either Baraboo, Wisconsin Dells, or Reedsburg High School.  Students must have been an active participant in communications, music, dance, or theater arts at the high school level or within the community.  Letters of application are due to the Baraboo Theatre Guild by March 1, 2021.

Only one application form is necessary to be considered for any or all of these scholarships!

Application forms and the entire BCSC Scholarship Book (student version) are available online at http://www.barabooscholarships.com

The application, references, and transcripts must be returned to BCSC by Monday, March 1,  or dropped off at the Baraboo High School Student Services Office by 3:30 pm on Monday, March 1.  Any applications submitted after this deadline will NOT be considered.

If you choose to mail your information to BCSC, the address is:

Baraboo Community Scholarship Corporation

PO Box 380

Baraboo, WI  53913

Better Business Bureau Serving Wisconsin awards scholarships to Wisconsin high school students who have demonstrated character, leadership, and ethical values. The scholarships will be awarded for post-high school education at any Wisconsin-based accredited college beginning in the fall of 2021, including two-year community colleges/technical colleges. As the scholarship recipients pursue their careers, BBB Serving Wisconsin hopes to develop future business leaders who will promote ethics in the Wisconsin marketplace.

For more information and to apply, please visit: https://www.bbb.org/wisconsin/scholarships

The BigSun Organization is proud to be able to help young athletes succeed in their academic pursuits. In order to do our part, we are offering an annual scholarship to a deserving student. All student athletes are eligible regardless of the sport they are engaged in or the capacity in which they participate. The student must be a high school senior or be attending a post secondary institute.

For more information and to apply, please visit their website: http://www.bigsunathletics.com

Today, the average student in the US pursuing a degree in higher education will graduate more than $30,000 in debt, and won’t be able to pay it off until they’re in their forties.

With more than 700% student debt growth in the last 15 years, paying for education is daunting for most, and downright impossible for many. At Bold.org, we believe that’s a problem worth solving. 

On Bold.org, anyone and any company can create a customized scholarship, fellowship, or grant in minutes with the confidence that the award will go to a high-impact individual who will be unlocked to change the world.

For more information and to view their available scholarships, please visit: https://bold.org/

Frances Sawyer Hefti established the Cady-Huntington Scholarship Fund in 1974 in honor of her mother, Anna Louise Cady (salutatorian BHS Class of 1895) and her grandmother, Emogene Huntington. The scholarship was established to benefit a student who has achieved a “B” average or better and demonstrated good citizenship in school and community. The recipient must enroll in one of the UW System Schools and preference will be given to those attending UW-Madison. Applications are due to Student Services by March 1. 

Our mission is to provide college scholarships and educational counseling to military children who have lost a parent in the line of duty. We are dedicated to serving the families of service members from all branches of the armed forces who have died as a result of combat casualties, military training accidents, service-related illnesses, suicide, as well as other duty-related deaths as ruled by the Department of Veterans Affairs.

For more information about the comprehensive services they provide, please visit their website: https://www.fallenpatriots.org/scholar-resources

Both Merit-based and Need-based, the competitive Cobell Scholarship is annual, non-renewable, and available to any post-secondary (after high school) student who is; an enrolled member of a US Federally-Recognized Tribe, enrolled in full-time study and is degree-seeking. Applicants must plan to attend or be attending any nationally, regionally and industry accredited non-profit, public and private, institution.

For more information and to apply, visit: https://cobellscholar.org/

Community First Bank is pleased to provide one (1) $500 scholarship for graduating seniors.  Completed applications should be mailed directly to Community First Bank at the address listed on the application.

Students can also visit their website for more information: https://www.cfbank.com/Information-Center/Our-Bank/Scholarship-Program

Compeer Financial believes in a strong future for agriculture and rural America. Compeer Financial’s High School Senior Scholarship Program awards $1,500 scholarships to students based on a combination of academic achievement, agricultural and community youth organization involvement and essay.

For more information and to apply, please visit: https://www.compeer.com/Home/Investing-in-Rural-Communities/Giving-Back/Scholarships/Scholarships

One $2,000 scholarship ($500 paid each semester for four years) to a graduating senior who has been accepted into four-year college or university intending to major in music performance, music education, or music related field.  Demonstration of financial need will be evaluated. Applications must also include a letter stating why they should receive the music scholarship and at least two letters of recommendation. Applications are due March 1 to Student Services.

Thanks to the generous funding provided by Lundbeck, Citizens United for Research in Epilepsy (CURE) is proud to introduce the CURE Education Enrichment Fund (EEF) Scholarship Program. The purpose of the EEF Program is to provide a one-time scholarship of up to $5,000 for those who are living with epilepsy, including patients, and family members or caregivers of persons with epilepsy. The intent of these scholarships is for use toward coursework designed to advance the applicants’ own personal knowledge in research, health education, advocacy, and/or awareness, as it relates to their own struggles with this neurological disease.

For program guidelines and to apply, please visit their website: https://www.cureepilepsy.org/get-involved/scholarships/education-enrichment-fund-application-2021/

The David L. Gasser Memorial Scholarship is provided by D.L. Gasser Construction in memory of David L. Gasser.  The purpose of the scholarship is to provide financial assistance in the form of a scholarship to a Baraboo High School senior.  Applicants must be a Baraboo High School graduating senior, pursuing a 4-year program post-secondary education in a Wisconsin public or private university or college, and must be pursuing a career in an applied science.  Applicants will be evaluated on need, academic achievement, school and community involvement, work experience and ethic, hobbies, outside interests and special talents, education, personal and career goals and character. Applications are due to Student Services by March 1. 

Delton Sportsmen’s Club is offering one $1,000 scholarship to a graduating senior of either Baraboo, Reedsburg, or Wisconsin Dells high schools.  Applicant should have a GPA of 3.0 or better and intend to enter the field of natural resources or a related field. Applications should be mailed to Delton Sportsmen’s Club. Applications are due by March 1 to the address listed on the application.

The Eagles Nest Detachment is pleased to again sponsor a scholarship.  Applicant must be a Baraboo High School graduating senior pursuing a degree at a university or two year technical college.  Additional consideration will be given to applicants who have a family member who is currently serving or has served in the US Marine Corps, but this is not required.   

All applications must be mailed to the address on the application.

Students admitted to Edgewood College are automatically considered for several renewable academic scholarships, in addition to several Specialty Scholarships. Scholarship level is based on a combination of high school grade point average and test scores.

For more information and additional scholarship opportunities, visit their website: https://www.edgewood.edu/admissions/tuition-and-financial-aid/freshman-scholarships

This scholarship is available to two current graduates from Baraboo High School, (one male, one female) each year.  The students selected will receive full tuition upon being registered in a public University of the State of Wisconsin.  To receive the second grant, the student must have demonstrated satisfactory achievement in his freshman year and must be accepted for registration in his sophomore year.  Students whose family income entitles them for a Basic Educational Opportunity Grant are not eligible for the McFetridge Scholarship. Students whose family income is such that the family can afford to pay for a college education will not be considered.  The student who is selected will come from an income group that is determined by total family income in relation to the number of dependents to be supported.  

Students applying for this scholarship must submit a copy of the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) form used to apply for federal and state student grants, work-study and loans. The following documents must accompany the scholarship application in a sealed envelope. If any of the documents are missing, your application may be disqualified.

• 2020 Federal Income Tax Return (ex. 1040-A, 1040-EZ, etc.) including all schedules - if parents file separately, copies of both of their returns 

• 2020 IRS W-2 Wage and Tax Statement's for both parents/guardians 

If your 2019 Income Tax Return is not complete at the time of the application, submit your 2019 return and both 2019 and 2020 W-2's

This form should be in a sealed envelope with the applicant’s name clearly printed on the envelope.  All financial information remains strictly confidential.

Legacy Awards are $4,000 scholarships available to children and grandchildren of Elks members. The Foundation will offer a total of 350 awards in the 2020 contest.

For eligibility requirements and to apply, please visit: https://www.elks.org/scholars/scholarships/Legacy.cfm

Emanuel United Methodist Church of Baraboo offers several scholarships to graduating seniors and continuing students who are members of the Church or a part of a family who are members. Applications may be obtained from the Church Office or by contacting Jeanne Marking, 356-8120.

Current and past graduates of Baraboo High School are eligible to apply for this scholarship sponsored by the First United Methodist Church of Baraboo. Amount TBD. Students must be members of the First United Methodist Church of Baraboo to apply.  The scholarship may be given for any educational endeavor, however, priority will be given to those students whose career choices focus on services or humanitarian pursuits.  The scholarship is not based on "scholastic achievement" nor "need" as much as the students’ character, dedication and demonstrated sincerity of purpose.

Applications are due to Student Services by March 1. 

The Fisher House Foundation is honored to be involved with the Scholarships for Military Children Program. Fisher House Foundation provides a "Home Away from Home" near military medical centers for families experiencing a personal medical crisis and is one of the premier quality of life organizations supporting military families. 

The 2020 Scholarships for Military Children Program will award $2,000 non-renewable scholarships. Prior year recipients must reapply to be considered.

For eligibility requirements and to apply, please visit their website: https://sfmc.militaryscholar.org/users/sign_in

Future of School has established a scholarship program to assist current high school seniors who have completed a minimum of five (5) blended or online courses during their last two years of high school and plan to continue their education in college or vocational school programs.

To be eligible, applicants must have been enrolled in a previously-established online or blended curriculum prior to January 2020, not as a result of distance or hybrid learning due to COVID-19. 

For more information and to apply, please visit: https://learnmore.scholarsapply.org/fos-scholarship/

For a BHS graduate (current year preferred) ranking in the top 50% of the class.  Student may attend any accredited college or university and pursue a professional education in the commerce and banking industry.  Student must demonstrate good character, and must have demonstrated an above average ability in some phase of banking, commerce, or related disciplines.  Scholarship must be used within one year of Honors Night. Scholarship may be awarded regardless of any other scholarships received. This scholarship can be awarded to an applicant only once, and cannot be awarded to any relative of the selection committee.

Applications are due to Student Services by March 1. 

This scholarship, which has typically been $500,  is offered to students who have displayed good scholastic achievement in school and a high level of community service.  Must maintain a 3.2 GPA, have had extracurricular activity participation as well as a strong participation in community affairs.

 Applications are due to Student Services by March 1. 

Grandma Betty is honoring her parents with a scholarship for a student who is planning on a post-college career in the education profession or in the medical field. Applicants must have a GPA of 2.5 or higher, be in need of financial support, and be of good character. Applications are due to Student Services by March 1. 

The Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Greenwood Memorial Post 987 offers two $500 scholarships each year to a senior graduate directly related (parent, grandparent, or great-grandparent)  to a U.S. military Combat Veteran either serving or having served this nation during wartime. This scholarship is awarded to the student upon successful completion of one semester of learning at the accredited institution attended.

Applications are due to Student Services by March 1. 

The Ladies Auxiliary to the VFW of Post 987 offers two $500 scholarship to a senior graduated directly related (parent, grandparent, or great-grandparent) to a U.S. military Combat Veteran either serving or having served this nation during wartime. This scholarship is awarded to the student upon successful completion of one semester of learning at the accredited institution attended.

Applications are due to Student Services by March 1. 

Two $200 scholarships will be awarded to graduating seniors.  Applicants must have participated in Cross Country or Track, be enrolled in an accredited college or vocational program, and possess academic achievement, character, and dedication which epitomizes those high standards that Harry Haslanger worked so hard to instill in his students and athletes.  Preference will be given to a student where "need" is a factor.

Applications are due to Student Services by March 1. 

The HSF Scholar Program is designed to empower courageous young leaders of Hispanic heritage. The program helps ensure students achieve their higher education and career goals. Awards are based on merit; amounts range from $500 to $5,000, based on relative need, among the Scholars selected.

For more information and to apply, please visit: https://www.hsf.net/scholarship

At ImproveNet, we are proud to offer a scholarship for students in the process of pursuing a college degree. We will award a winning student $1,000 to be used toward expenses for his or her degree. 

Any U.S citizen accepted to or currently attending a college or university within the United States may apply. For more information and to apply, please visit their website: https://www.improvenet.com/scholarship.

The EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows began its operation on September 20, 1927. The purpose of the Foundation is to operate a revolving loan fund for qualified students dependent in part, or wholly, on their own efforts for an education, and to award scholarships to students based on scholarship, leadership and financial need. Since the beginning of the Foundation, donations of approximately $3,500,000 have made it possible for over 3,500 young people to receive student low interest loans amounting to over $6,800,000, and hundreds of thousands of dollars in scholarship awards.

Interested applicants should go to the website below for complete information and application forms: https://odd-fellows.org/programs/education-foundation/

The Jackie Robinson Foundation (JRF) Scholarship program addresses the financial needs of college students and provides extensive, hands-on mentoring and support services. Once chosen from a national, selective application process, Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholars receive a generous four-year grant to attend the undergraduate school of their choice and enroll in JRF’s celebrated “42 Strategies for Success Curriculum”.  This four-year program guides JRF Scholars to effectively navigate their college environments, explore career options, develop leadership skills, and embrace a commitment to service. The program also promotes the values and character traits embodied in the heroic life of the Foundation’s namesake, encouraging Scholars to positively impact the lives of others. 

For more information and to apply, visit: https://www.jackierobinson.org/apply/

To be eligible applicant must have won at least two (2) letters in football at BHS, be in academic good standing, and shall participate in varsity football at a baccalaureate degree-awarding institution, as well as maintain the requisite grade point average while in high school.

Applications are due to Student Services by March 1.

This $500 scholarship is offered in honor of Jordan C. Kruse, 2002 BHS honors graduate who passed away suddenly at age 20.  Applicants must meet the following requirements to be eligible for this scholarship: Must be in the top 50% of his/her class and have a GPA of 2.5 or higher; may be enrolled or plan to enroll in a 2 or 4 year college or vocational school; must complete a full semester of college with proof of enrollment for a second semester; must be of good character and in need of financial support.

Applications are due to Student Services by March 1

Kids’ Chance of Wisconsin is an organization providing educational scholarships to the children Wisconsin workers who have been seriously injured or killed due to work-related accidents. The scholarships range up to $5,000 per year based on the student’s financial situation.

For more information and to apply, please visit: www.kidschanceofwi.org.

Scholarships are available to new and continuing MATC students through the Madison College Foundation. The Foundation has disbursed more than $15 million in financial assistance to over 40,000 Madison College students. For assistance with these scholarships please contact the Madison College Foundation.

More information can be found online: https://madisoncollege.edu/scholarships

The Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation provides scholarships to the children of Marines and Navy Corpsmen attending post–high school, undergraduate, and career technical education programs.

Their scholarships are for students currently pursuing, or planning to pursue, an undergraduate degree or career-focused program. Scholarship awards are need-based, and every eligible applicant receives a scholarship.

To apply, please visit: https://www.mcsf.org/apply/

Our commitment to sleep science began with helping our readers understand the importance of sleep and its impact on every aspect of health and wellbeing. 

You may qualify for one or more of the scholarships featured in this guide if you’re interested in studying or pursuing a degree in sleep science, feel passionate about your dreams, or are dedicated to living a healthy lifestyle, which starts by improving your sleep quality.

For more information and to apply, please visit: https://www.mattressadvisor.com/sleep-scholarships/

In partnership with the Straubel Family Foundation, MREA launched its new scholarship initiative in 2018 to foster student leadership in clean energy: MREA and Straubel Foundation Clean Energy Leadership Award. The award is designed to assist students who are pursuing degrees and/or relevant credentials in renewable energy, energy efficiency, sustainability, or clean technology.

Scholarships are awarded to students who reside in the Midwest (WI, MN, MI, IA, IL, IN, OH, MO). Students should possess a clear goal of desiring to make her or his community, environment, or world a better and more sustainable place to live. Students should be able to show prior interest and/or education in the field. Criteria for awarding scholarships are based on leadership skills, student motivation, enthusiasm, and commitment. GPA and scholarship will be considered, but are not the deciding factor. High school students, college students, graduate students, and non-traditional students are invited to apply.

For more information and to apply, please visit: https://www.midwestrenew.org/scholarships/

Mrs. Prindables is offering a 2021 Scholarship opportunity for incoming or current college students majoring in education. We believe that educators have the power to spark positive development in student’s lives and their futures.

Whether you are an incoming freshman or current student majoring in education, we want to encourage you to apply for this $1,000 scholarship. Fill out the application form and upload either your transcripts or acceptance letter. Then tell us why you want to be an educator. What do you believe you have to offer the students of our future?

For more information and to apply, please visit: https://www.mrsprindables.com/news/education-scholarship/

The Optimist Club of Baraboo is offering one scholarship for $1000 to any current or past graduate of Baraboo High School planning to attend Madison College--Reedsburg or Portage Campus, or UW - Platteville Baraboo/Sauk County Campus.  The Optimist Club of Baraboo requires a letter of application stating the school you are planning to attend, your career goals, your past achievements and other items, including community volunteer work/projects, you feel would be important in awarding the scholarship.

Applications are due to Student Services by March 1. 

The PB&J Scholarship is for students who have experienced personal challenges that may not have allowed them to perform well academically, but who still have the drive to succeed.

Examples of personal challenges include, but are not limited to:

• medical issues
• peer issues: bullying, change of school, minority status, etc.
• family issues: divorce, death, lack of income, homelessness, foster care, abuse, etc.

When in doubt, students are encouraged to apply; this scholarship is meant to be inclusive. The priority deadline is December 31, 2020 but students may apply until May 31, 2021.

For more information and to apply, please visit: http://bit.ly/pbjscholarship2021 or scan the QR code on the brochure attached below. 

This $500.00 scholarship will be awarded to a deserving student. Applicant must be a graduating senior with a minimum 3.0 GPA and pursuing a higher education degree. Pierce’s Express Market shall select the recipient. The scholarship will be paid out after the first semester with a valid report card.

Applications should be mailed to the address on the application by March 1.

The Polish Heritage Club of Wisconsin-Madison will award a $1,000 scholarship to provide tuition assistance for students pursuing a secondary education.

The Scholarship Committee of PHCWI will review the application materials submitted by each student to ensure that criteria have been met and present to the Board of Directors their candidate for the scholarship. The scholarship check will be awarded upon verification of completing one semester of the coming school year. The decisions of the Scholarship Committee and PHCI-BOD are final and are not subject to review.

For more information, please visit: http://www.phcwi-madison.org/index.php/scholarship

One $1,000 scholarship awarded to a student affected by cancer, whether themselves, a family member, or close friend. We do this in honor of Steve Ennis and Jack Steinhoff, two men that always represented hard work, determination, optimism—and “making every day count.”

pplications are due March 1 to Student Services.

The Richards Insurance Agency Scholarship is an academic award made available to the children of parents who are clients of Richards Insurance Agency LLC. At least one scholarship will be awarded to a qualified applicant based on merit. All materials must be post-marked by March 15, 2021 and mailed to Richards Insurance Agency, LLC.

For more information, please visit: https://richardsinsure.com/richards-insurance-agency-scholarship/

Ripon College’s extensive scholarship program is designed to recognize and reward applicants for their talents and abilities. We are confident you will find a Ripon education more affordable than many similar private colleges and in some cases state universities.

Academic scholarships are reviewed on a rolling basis, while others have a deadline of March 1, 2020. For more information and a list of scholarships, visit: https://www.ripon.edu/scholarships/

The family of Roger & Mary Stieve honors their parents with a $500 memorial scholarship for a student who is planning a post-college career in the firefighting profession, emergency medical/paramedic profession or agriculture profession.  Applicant must have a GPA of 2.5 or higher, be in need of financial support and be of good character.

Applications are due to Student Services by March 1.

Through generous contributions from various individuals, corporations, and universities, SAE International is proud to award scholarship money to both undergraduate and graduate engineering students. Funded through the SAE Foundation, these scholarships encourage academic excellence and help students around the world to pursue their passion for engineering.

For more information and to apply, please visit: https://www.sae.org/participate/scholarships

The Sauk Columbia SHRM will award up to four scholarships annually of $750 each to graduating seniors continuing their education at an accredited college, university or technical college on a full-time basis. The scholarships are awarded based upon several factors, which may include: past academic performance, application essay, personal need and overall strength of the application.

Applications are due to Student Services by March 1. 

Up to four scholarships can be awarded countywide. One of these four scholarships can be available for a 2nd, 3rd, or 4th-year student in college.  Applicants for scholarships must be residents of Sauk County going into an agriculture-related field. Preference will be given to members of the Sauk County Farm Bureau.  

For more information, please visit https://wfbf.com/about/counties/sauk/.

The Sauk County Master Gardeners Association will award a $500.00 scholarship during the Spring of 2019 to a student who will be pursuing a two or four-year college degree in either horticulture, agriculture, conservation, forestry, biology, botany, landscape design, or the DNR. The scholarship will be awarded once the student proves that they have successfully completed a semester in one of these majors with a 3.0 average or better.  

Essays are due March 1 to the address provided on the application.

The Sauk County Retired Educators Association will be awarding a scholarship in the amount of $500.   The applicant must be a senior in high school with a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0, living in Sauk County and planning to become a teacher. Recipients are chosen from applicants throughout Sauk County High Schools.  

Applications are due February 28, 2021 to the address indicated on the application.

We realize that many people learn and grow through continued educational opportunities. For those struggling with epilepsy and the financial constraints it can impose, going on to college or continuing a college education can represent another struggle. As a result, the Epilepsy Foundation Heart of Wisconsin with the assistance of Sara White has created the Seize Your Education Scholarship to award an individual with epilepsy. 

For more information and to apply, please visit: https://epilepsywisconsin.org/seize-your-education-fund/

The Senate Scholar Program is an intensive week-long educational program offered by the Wisconsin State Senate. Admission to the program is highly competitive and is limited to 33 academically exceptional high school juniors and seniors from around Wisconsin. Each Senate Scholar receives a hands-on, up-close view of the Legislature’s role in our democracy. 

All application materials must be received by February 8, 2021. Applicants will be
notified of their admission status by February 19, 2021. Please email all application materials to: Dr. Wehrle at tammy.wehrle@legis.wi.gov. For more information, please visit: https://legis.wisconsin.gov/ssgt/senatescholar/

South Central WI Shamrock Club will offer a scholarship in honor of Marguerite Murray to a student who plans on pursuing a teaching degree at a four-year college for the purpose of entering into the field of special education.  The student must be a current or past graduate of Baraboo, Mauston, Reedsburg, Weston, or Wisconsin Dells High School.

Applications are due by April 15 and should be mailed to the address on the application.

Scholarships of $600 each are awarded to students entering hospital related, direct patient care fields.  Student must have a 3.0 grade point average, plan to attend an accredited college, university or technical school and carry a minimum of 12 credit hours.  Student must reside in the Baraboo/Wisconsin Dells School District. Amount is determined at the time of selections. Scholarships are available to graduating seniors or adult continuing students who have graduated from Baraboo High School or Wisconsin Dells High School.   

Applications are due March 1  to the address on the application.   Students may re-apply for this scholarship on a yearly basis.

We know that a college education is an investment in your future. We also know that, for many, scholarships and financial aid are critical to making college affordable. That’s why more than 97 percent of our undergraduate students receive scholarships or aid. We’ll work with you and your family to determine how you can make a St. Norbert education a reality.

For more information about their scholarship opportunities, visit: https://www.snc.edu/financialaid/incomingstudents/sourcesofaid/scholarships/

Open to all graduating seniors of Baraboo High School, the St. Vincent de Paul Worthy Student Awards are for $500 each.  Students will be selected on their stated need. Those students, who have a history of providing volunteer service to others in their community, school, or church, are at a definite advantage to receive this award.  These awards are given after successfully completing one semester of post-secondary education at an accredited school.

Applications are due to Student Services by March 1.

David and Denise Statz started Statz Restoration and Engineering in 1988. Dave Statz graduated from BHS in 1976 He received his civil engineering degree from UW Platteville in 1980. Denise has a business finance degree from UW Milwaukee. Their children Victoria, Carolyn, and Miles are all graduates of BHS.

The scholarship is for $3000 to a current BHS graduate to be put towards tuition for an engineering degree. The college must be in the state of Wisconsin. Preference will be given to those intending to obtain a degree in civil engineering. Further preference will be given to students who choose to attend UW Platteville. The student is required to be full time. The money will be evenly divided for each semester of freshman year.

Applications are due to Student Services by March 1. 

The family of Terry, Michael, and Kaitlyn Wise are offering a $500 scholarship to help a graduating student get started in a career in the fields of either EMT/Paramedic, music, or photography. To be considered, the student must carry at least a 2.0 GPA, have three references to show caring and sharing nature, show proof of enrollment, and write a short essay.

Applications are due to Student Services by March 1.

The Color Of Hope 10-5-17 is happy to announce we will be offering 2 - $500 scholarships in 2020.

These scholarships are open to undergraduate students Wisconsin who will be pursuing the Fine Arts or  Psychology. Applicants must submit a 500 word essay on why they have chosen this field of study and why they feel they should be honored this scholarship.  Essays will be accepted from January 1 - March 31, 2021, with awards being announced May 1st.

To apply, please write a 500 word essay explaining why you chose your field of study and why we should pick you for this scholarship. 

All essays can be emailed to thecolorofhope10517@gmail.com

Mattress Nerd has been paying attention to the many voices of students across the globe who have recently been calling for a change in our living habits and the way we consume and recycle. We’d love to hear from more students with a dedication to sustainability and conscientious buying so we can build on our own knowledge and be a contributor to offering an insight on how people can live more environmentally friendly.

For more information and to apply, please visit: https://www.mattressnerd.com/scholarship/

TheDream.US Opportunity Scholarships are for DREAMers who live in states where they effectively have no access to college – either because they face paying out-of-state tuition or because their state will simply not admit them into its universities. We call these “locked-out states.”

For more information, please visit their website: https://www.thedream.us/scholarships/opportunity-scholarship/

The Thomas H. Lutsey-Waseda Farms Scholarship is a four-year $10,000 scholarship for students pursuing an agriculture career that will benefit our rural Wisconsin communities. Since its inception in 1986, the scholarship has awarded over $700,000 in gifts to more than 100 college students committed to advancing the field of agriculture in northeast Wisconsin.

For more information and to apply, please visit their website: https://scholarship.wasedafarms.com/apply/

The Truman D. Picard Scholarship Program is dedicated to the support of Native American students pursuing higher education in Natural Resources. The Education Selection Committee will review and rank only those applicants who completely address each area of the required materials outlined in the "Information and Guidelines" page (see below). 

Thirty scholarships of up to $5,000 each will be awarded to outstanding applicants who demonstrate academic and personal achievement. In addition, two Epilepsy Leader Scholarships and one Joe D'Souza Memorial Scholarship of up to $10,000 each will be awarded to outstanding applicants who demonstrate academic and personal achievement as well as a passion for advocacy, service to the epilepsy community and a persevering spirit.

For more information and to apply, please visit their website: https://www.ucbepilepsyscholarship.com/program-details

UNCF manages various scholarship programs and each program has its own eligibility criteria, open/close dates and required documentation. To apply for a UNCF scholarship, you must apply through the on-line application process. As many of the UNCF scholarships require that the scholarship recipient apply for Federal Student Aid, it is recommended that applicants complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)

For more information and to browse the many opportunities, please visit: https://scholarships.uncf.org/

The University of Minnesota - Duluth has a variety of scholarships available. Merit scholarships require students to submit an application for admission by December 15 and have a completed application file by February 1. Students will receive the highest scholarship for which they are eligible. 40% of incoming students qualify for scholarships.

Additionally, UMDuses the RaiseMe platform for additional financial support. RaiseMe is a micro-scholarship platform rewarding 9-12th grade students for their high school achievements. UMD assigns a micro-scholarship for every achievement. To be eligible, students must apply for admission and have a complete RaiseMe profile by December 15 of their senior year. Eligibility contingent on a student's acceptance and enrollment at UMD.

For more information, please visit: https://admissions.d.umn.edu/undergraduate-admissions/costs-aid/scholarships

Here at UMN- Mankato, generous donors provide financial support directly to our students. Get connected to all the opportunities available to you. Our scholarships have many different deadlines, so pay close attention!

For more information and to find scholarships, please visit: https://mnsu.academicworks.com/

The University of Minnesota works with many generous donors to secure private scholarship support. Last year, thousands of students received scholarships from private donations. The number of students receiving private support is constantly increasing as the University continues its major scholarship fundraising drive. 

For a list of scholarships and more information, visit the website: https://admissions.tc.umn.edu/costsaid/scholarships.html

Have you applied to UW-La Crosse for the Fall? Find scholarships that match up with your personal achievements & unique personality!

Visit the UW - La Crosse Scholarship Resource Center to explore the many opportunities offered to future students: https://www.uwlax.edu/scholarships/

Scholarships are an excellent way to help reduce the costs of higher education. Similar to grants, they are considered a type of gift aid and are not required to be repaid. At UW-Madison, almost every department, school, and college offers scholarships for students based on academic information, extracurricular activities, and financial aid. 

Visit the Wisconsin Scholarship Hub to review the numerous opportunities: https://financialaid.wisc.edu/types-of-aid/scholarships/

Please note:  You can apply for scholarships as soon as you receive your NetID and password, which can be activated as soon as you receive the 10-digit campus ID on your submission confirmation letter from Admissions. Do not wait until you have been accepted to the University. If you are having issues with your NetID login, contact the DoIT Help Desk at 608-264-HELP. 

Hungry for scholarship money? Finding scholarships at UWM just got a whole lot easier! Introducing the UWM Panther Scholarship Portal! No more time spent filling out multiple applications asking the same questions. Now you can just fill out one General Application and your School/College’s supplemental application (if applicable). Afterward, you’ll get a list of scholarships that you potentially match to!

Incoming freshmen students who are admitted by December 1st for the 2020-21 academic year are encouraged to complete the General Application in the Panther Scholarship Portal to be considered for merit-based scholarships. Be careful of varying deadlines!

For more information, please visit: https://uwm.edu/onestop/finances/types-of-financial-aid/scholarships/

The University of Wisconsin-Platteville wants you to find rewards for your achievements, whether you are a freshman, continuing, or branch campus student. Incoming freshmen should first apply and be admitted to the University of Wisconsin-Platteville. Then, investigate all of the opportunities here: https://www.uwplatt.edu/scholarships

Staying in Baraboo? Check our the UW-Platteville Baraboo Sauk County scholarships!

The University of Wisconsin - Stevens Point offers many scholarships to freshmen students. Scholarships are awarded independently of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Incoming freshman scholarships are based on merit, not financial need. Automatic scholarships are awarded to both First-Year and Transfer students who meet certain academic criteria.

For the list of scholarships, both merit-based and department-specific, please visit their website: https://www.uwsp.edu/finaid/Pages/scholarships.aspx

The University of Wisconsin - Whitewater offers a variety of scholarships across its many programs of study. Applications can be found online. 

For more information and to see a list of available scholarships, visit: https://www.uww.edu/scholarships

The Department of Chemistry at the University of Wisconsin - Stevens Point encourages qualified students to apply for the Trytten Scholarship, awarded annually to an incoming freshman who intends to major in Chemistry or Biochemistry at UWSP. The scholarship is named after the late Professor Roland A. Trytten, long time faculty member and leader of the Department of Chemistry at UWSP. 

For more information, please see the attached guidelines and application. 

Veterans for Peace Chapter 25 of southern Wisconsin is part of an international organization of military veterans dedicated to increasing public awareness of the human and monetary costs of war. Since 2015, Veterans for Peace has sponsored a $500 scholarship awarded to the Baraboo High School graduate who writes the winning essay (500-700) words on the topic: “Why I Believe War Is Not the Answer.” The Veterans for Peace scholarship committee will read and judge the essays.

Essays are due to Student Services by March 1.

This scholarship will be awarded to two students from the entire group of area high schools including Baraboo, Lodi, Pardeeville, Portage, Poynette, Reedsburg, Sauk Prairie and Wisconsin Dells.  To be eligible you must be a child and/or dependent of a Vietnam Era Veteran (years of service 01-01-1959 and 05-07-1975). You must have a Veteran Release Form or other proof of service. You must provide a brief statement of need, a high school transcript, and include one or more letters of recommendation.

Applications should be returned by April 15 to the address indicated on the application. 

The Village Booksmith offers a $1,000.00 scholarship for a 2021 Baraboo High School graduate who writes the winning essay on the topic “How a Book Changed My Life.”  Students may use their discretion concerning the length and format of their entry.  Applicants should also include a statement explaining how the scholarship funds will be used.

Village Booksmith staff will read and judge the essays.  The winning essay will be posted to The Village Booksmith website.

Essays are due on March 1 in the high school Student Services Office or at The Village Booksmith, 526 Oak St, Baraboo.

This $500.00 scholarship will be awarded to a graduating senior intending to major or minor in Art or Art Education at a college or special arts school.  Students must have a 3.0 GPA at time of application. The Visual Arts Scholarship, dedicated to the support of a visual arts student pursuing an art degree or its equivalent after high school, is made possible by a generous gift from Eleanor Drury.  

Application deadline is April 15 and should be mailed to the Portage Center for the Arts.

Viterbo University has a variety of scholarships available. Because of our commitment to affordability, most families pay significantly less than the full-time tuition rate. Students only need to submit the online application one time. 

For more information about specific scholarships, please visit: https://www.viterbo.edu/freshman-admissions/freshman-cost-and-aid

This $500 scholarship is awarded to a graduating senior whose life has been affected by cancer, either personally or through a close family member.

Applications are due to Student Services by March 1.

At least one $500 scholarship will be offered to a graduation senior. Applicants must be active business students (currently enrolled in business classes and/or FBLA, etc.) and be of good character with high levels of integrity.

Applications are due to Student Services by March 1.

There are several scholarship and travel grant opportunities available through the Wisconsin Cattlemen's Association. 

For more information about the different programs, please visit their website: https://www.wisconsincattlemen.com/resources/scholarships

The Wisconsin Education Association Council is again offering a scholarship to eligible high school seniors who are planning to enter the field of education. Winners of the scholarship will receive a grant of $1,450.00 per year for four years of study, provided they remain eligible. 

High school seniors who are planning to go into the field of education and whose parent(s) are a WEAC member, a WEAC retired member or who died while holding a WEAC membership are eligible to apply.

See the attached application for more details. Contact Ann Caruso at carusoa@weac.org or 800-362-8034, ext. 219 with any questions.

The Wisconsin GI Bill forgives full tuition and segregated fees for eligible veterans and their dependents for up to eight full-time semesters or 128 credits, whichever is greater, at any University of Wisconsin System or Wisconsin Technical College System school. The Wisconsin GI Bill is a state program that is entirely separate from the Federal GI Bill.

Eligibility determination is a two-part process. The Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs certifies the veteran's eligibility. The post-secondary educational institution determines if the student meets the statutory requirements for eligibility.  If the eligible student is a spouse or child they must also meet the "Residency for tuition purposes" criteria.

For more information, please visit their website: https://dva.wi.gov/Pages/educationEmployment/Wisconsin-GI-Bill.aspx

All Wisconsin high school students (grades 9-12) are eligible to participate in a High School Essay Contest conducted annually by the Wisconsin Labor History Society. The high school students are asked to write an essay of approximately 750 words on the following theme: “Unions have been important to my family and my community because …” and up to eight cash prizes are awarded for the best. The prizes will include one $500 first-place prize, one $300 second-place prize, one $200 third-place prize, and up to five $100 prizes for honorable mention.

For more information, please visit: https://www.wisconsinlaborhistory.org/essay-contest/

With the ever-increasing need for qualified applicants in the workforce, Wisconsin Metals is happy to support students that want to further their education in the welding and manufacturing field and offer a $250.00 scholarship.

• Applicants must be preparing to study in the welding or manufacturing field

• Must be enrolled in an accredited college, university, or technical college

• Applicants will be judged on academic performance, activity in school and community, and financial need

• Applicants must maintain a B/C average in the first semester of college

To apply, submit a one-page essay on why you deserve the scholarship and one letter of reference to Rita Tracy at rtracy@wimetals.com. The deadline to apply is April 1, 2021. Scholarship funds will be paid after first semester grades and proof of enrollment for second semester are submitted.

For seniors enrolling in a college or tech school in a course of study leading to a two or four-year degree in police science, criminal justice, or a law enforcement-related field.

For more information about the scholarship and to apply, please visit: https://wppa.com/scholarship-program/. Be sure to fill out the application AND submit all the required materials!

In recognition of the tremendous efforts put forth by the Wisconsin’s rural schools to provide their students with quality education in an ever-changing environment, it is with pleasure that the Wisconsin Rural Schools Alliance (WiRSA) offers an annual scholarship program.

The scholarship will be awarded annually to one graduating high school senior from each of the four membership regions of Wisconsin as specified in the organization’s bylaws. An additional at-Large scholarship will be given to the next highest scoring applicant. Each recipient will receive a one-time cash scholarship of $750 to be used by the student to help defray the costs of post-secondary education and related expenses. A written essay is required for the application that expands on the following information:

• the benefits of attending a rural school

• your college and career goals

• the value of growing up in a rural community and what personal values you have gained from your experience

For guidelines and the application, please visit: https://wirsa.org/wirsa-scholarship/ . Applications are due TO STUDENT SERVICES no later than February 1, 2021.

The Wisconsin Security Association (WISA), is pleased to announce the availability of two college scholarships for graduating seniors whose parents are full-time, active members of a Wisconsin police or fire department. One $1,500 Youth Scholarship will be awarded to a son/daughter of an active-duty police department member and one to a son/daughter of an active-duty fire department member. Since 2010 WISA has awarded $31,000 in scholarships.

For more information and to apply, please visit their website: https://wiesa.org/about/youth-scholarship-information/

The Wizards of Rods determine scholarships based on previous grades, financial need and course selection. Courses taken do not need to be accredited. Applicant can apply if used for night school, technical school or trade school courses as well as colleges. Students can re-apply for each year. 

Applicants should reside within 60 mile radius of Mauston, WI. Applications must be postmarked by March 11 and mailed to the address listed on the application. 

There are various opportunities for scholarships through the WR and Floy A. Sauey Family Foundation, which serves the children of associates of the Nordic Group of Companies, Inc. 

For more information, please contact the HR Department where your parent/guardian works. 

Zonta International is a worldwide service organiation of executives in business and the professions working together to advance the status of women. To promote & achieve gneder equality, Zonta supports scholarships, fellowships, and awards for women and girls pursuing education and careers in traditionally male-dominated fields.

The Young Women in Public Affairs  award recognizes young women, ages 16-19, who demonstrate superior leadership skills and a commitment to public service and civic causes and encourages them to continue their participation in public and political life. For a full list of the eligibility and application requirements, please refer to the application.

Applications and instructions can be downloaded from the Zonta International website: https://zonta.org/Web/Programs/Education/Young_Women_in_Public_Affairs_Award.aspx

Completed applications, essays, and verifications forms should be returned to Jane Hartman, Scholarship Chair, via email to zontamadisonscholarship@gmail.com or to the address below by February 6, 2021:

Jane Hartman, Scholarship Chair

Zonta Club of Madison

3146 Dorchester Way #5

Madison, WI 53719