SEW Scholarship List Updated 1/14/2015

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1 Most applications are online, if you are unable to find them online, or need the paper form, see Mr. Dirkx. A great website for students and parents to check out. Due Date Dollar Amount Possible Additional Information Southeast Warren Dollars for Scholars 01/30/15 varies Abdelkader Global Leadership Prize Essay Contest 04/15/15 Iowa HS students -1st Place = $1,000; 2nd Place = $500; U.S. HS students -1st Place = $1,000; 2nd Place = $500 Students must write an essay that evaluates the significance of Abdelkader s life in light of current events in the US and throughout the world. More details at AAU HS Sullivan 04/01/15 Varies Agriland FS 03/15/15 5- $1,000; 1- $1,500 Must have been an AAU member in any sport. Awarded to students who emphasize certain qualities in the individual athletes, including leadership, character, sportsmanship, academics and accomplishments in their sports In the fall of the next academic year, plan to enroll in an accredited two-or four-year college, university, or vocational-technical school. Applicants may pursue any field of study related to agriculture. Plan on pursuing a career in agriculture. Apply online:

2 Aspiring Animation Professional SEW List /01/15 $1,000 Students that are interested in pursuing an animation career path at an accredited post-secondary school or college. Apply online: eviewcom-aspiring-animation-professional-scholarshipprogram Aspiring Fashion Professional 06/01/15 $1,000 Students that are interested in pursuing a fashion degree at an accredited post-secondary school or college. Apply online: Aspiring Pharmacy Technician 06/01/14 $1,000 Students that are interested in pursuing a pharmacology career path at an accredited post-secondary school or college. Apply online: AXA Achievement 12/15/14 $10,000 and $25,000 HS Senior planning to attend 2 or 4 year accredited institution. AXA Achievement Community 02/01/15 $2,000 HS Senior planning to attend 2 or 4 year accredited institution

3 Big Sun 06/19/15 $500 Senior student athlete attending a post secondary institute. Apply online: Bright Scholars of Iowa not given Full ride, four-year scholarship - includes tuition, room and board, and books Top 10% in graduating class, ACT of 28 or above. Demonstrates a commitment to learning and community service, as well as success in the face of adversity. Qualify for a Pell Grant as determined by filing the FAFSA. Maintain FT enrollment status. Must be attending U of I, ISU, UNI, or Community College in Central College varies varies Culver Fellows at Simpson College Not given $14,000 Senior who will attend Simpson, with a passion for politics, history, or public service. Contact Seth Anderson Dale Schroeder Trust 03/20/15 Up to $17,000 per year. Senior with at least a 2.8 GPA, Legal resident of Iowa, Planning on attending college at UNI, ISU or Iowa. Apply Online: or Des Moines Officials Association 03/31/15 1 male $500; 1 female $500 Senior, participate in football or basketball during senior season, minimum of 3.0 GPA. See Mr. Dirkx for application

4 Discover Colleges varies $2,000 Free private Christian college information and a $2,000 college scholarship drawing. Apply online DMACC varies varies x Drake University varies varies ncialaid/typesofaid/scholarships/ FFA s 02/01/15 varies must be an FFA member application applies for multiple scholarships - more 1800 scholarships available. First Friday Breakfast Club 03/15/15 $3,000 Seniors who have demonstrated leadership in efforts to increase education and understanding of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender issues and reduce homophobia in their school/community. See Mr. Dirkx for application.

5 GE-Reagan Foundation 01/08/15 up to $40,000 Students with strong character. GPA 3.0 or above, financial need. Grand Lodge Masonic Application 02/02/15 $2,000 HS Senior attending 2 or 4 year accredited institution who has shown service to school and community. holarshipapp.pdf Grand Lodge of Iowa - Mark Earl and Esther Ruth Spencer Technical " 03/02/15 varies Seniors that will enroll in a mechanical or trade course of study at an Iowa Community College. See Mr. Dirkx or apply online: EC_TechApp.pdf Grandview University varies varies ageid=1640&aid=1 Great Clips 06/30/15 varies Must be attending a cosmetology or barbering school in the Des Moines, IA area.

6 Herb Plambeck 04/01/15 $250 Senior attending Southeast Warren HS - application is available on google drive or see Mr. Dirkx Hy-Vee Foundation 02/10/15 $1,000 Student or parent must be an employee of Hy-Vee. Indian Hills s varies varies Iowa Automobile Dealers Foundation for Education 03/02/15 $1500- $2,000 Must be in pursuit of automotive-related studies(sales, accounting, parts, tech training, collision repair, or business administration). arshipapplication.pdf Iowa Electrical Apprenticeship n/a n/a Not a scholarship, but an apprenceship opportunity. More info at

7 Iowa Golf Association Foundation - Ann Griffel 2015 info available mid January 2015 $2,000 Female senior who has a passion for gold and will be attending an Iowa institution of higher learning larships_home.html Iowa Golf Association Foundation - Herman Sani 2015 info available mid January 2015 $8,000 ($2,000/yr) HS Senior - Resident of Iowa with experience or background in golf. Iowa National Guard Officers 02/13/15 varies Senior who has a sponsor that is currently or a retired member of the Iowa National Guard. See Mr. Dirkx Iowa Newspaper Foundation 02/13/15 $500 -$1000 Iowa PGA Section Charlie Burkhart 06/12/15 $1,000 annually up to 4 years 9th-12th grade student pursuing a career in the newspaper industry. Must have an interest and activity in Golf and potential for future contributions to the game; academic and financial need are also considered. 2 recommendations - 1 from teacher or administrator, 1 from the PGA Professional at the applicants home course. Iowa Soybean Association 2015 info available mid February 2015 $1,500 Must pursue a degree in an ag related field of study. See Mr. Dirkx for application.

8 Iowa State University Most 3/1/15 but varies varies Iowa State University ACACIA Leadership 04/01/15 $1,000 Senior male who will attend Iowa State University. ons/acacia%20leadership% pdf Iowa State University - Academic Recognition Award 03/01/15 $ Top 15% of class Iowa State University - President's Award for Competitive Excellence 03/01/15 $8,000 Must be a resident of Iowa, ACT of 28 or above, GPA 3.3 or above 4 years foreign language Iowa's 2015 Matthew Shepard Program 03/01/15 Anticipated 3/31/ Janice M. Scott 2015 criteria not announced yet Gold - up to $40,000 over 4 years; Silver - up to $9000 over 4 years varies Must be an openly LGBTQ student. See Mr. Dirkx for application. Minimum GPA of 3.0, attend a 4year college. Parents income can not exceed $60,000. See Mr. Dirkx JCI Senate Foundation 01/09/15 $1,000

9 John and Margaret Leonard SEW List anticipated due date 4/1/ criteria not yet not specified The John & Margaret Leonard is designed for students who have demonstrated appreciation for their community and county, are striving to better themselves, & are in need of financial assistance for post high school education. Keep Iowa Beautiful 01/09/15 $1,000 Learning Disabilities Association of Iowa 03/31/15 $1,000 Leo H. Grether Memorial in Choral Education Lucas County Soil and Water Conservation 04/15/15 $2,500 Anticipated 3/31/ criteria $ not announced yet Iowa resident planning to major in community, sociology, or envioronmental science. 1 Member based award - Meet 1 of the following: Current member of LDA, Parent is member of LDA, Have a written recommendation from a current LDA member. 2 - At-large awards - preference given to people who meet above. Submit a tape of 2 selections of contrasting nature, essay entitled "Why I Have Chosen Choral Music Education As A Career." %20H.%20Grether%20.pdf Lucas County resident, must be pursuing a degree in agriculture or natural resources. See Mr. Dirkx for application. National Help America Hear 03/29/15 $500 Open to seniors who have a hearing loss which requires the use of hearing aid(s) in their daily life. National Help America See Low Vision 03/29/15 $500 Open to seniors who are considered legally blind and have low vision or are visually impaired, requiring the use of visual aid(s) other than the use of eyeglasses, in their daily life.

10 National Help America See for a Blind Student 03/29/15 $500 Open to students who are considered totally blind. Other colleges and university scholarship information can be found on I Have a Plan - and Iowa College Access Network - People s Bank 03/20/15 $1,000 Essay focused on the Importance of Community Involvement. See Mr. Dirkx for application. Peter Pasula Study Habits 04/01/15 $500 Enroll in a post-secondary by fall that is two years or longer. Online: Robert Smiley Award Anticipated 3/28/ information is not yet 1- $1000 Female senior, minimum of 2.5 GPA, letter in one varsity sport each year of high school. Senior that is considered the underdog. See Mr. Dirkx Ronald McDonald House Charities 01/20/15 varies s.com varies varies Create a student profile, they will send you scholarship possibilities.

11 Simon Estes Foundation SEW List anticipated 4/1/2015. $500 - $2,000 Seniors that show integrity, honesty, enthusiasm, humility, scholastic excellence, high moral standards and a clear focus on a career path. One will be awarded from Warren County! See Mr. Dirkx. Simpson College Community State Bank 03/01/15 varies High School seniors attending Simpson college. See Mr. Dirkx Steve Loven 03/01/15 $500 Strayer-Rairden in Physics - University of Iowa 01/31/15 $1000-$ udienceid=1 Student pursuing a degree in physics or astronomy at U of Iowa. The American Academy of Dramatic Arts s ASAP varies Audition for the Acting Academy and possible receive a scholarship to attend. Apply online: The Pearl Hull Falk 05/01/15 $800 Each recipient of the Pearl Hull Falk must be: 1.) of the Protestant faith, 2.) a resident of the State of Iowa, and 3.) A full time student at the University of Iowa The Winter Dance Party 04/15/15 $500 Music major, submit a 1 page essay entitled; "Why I Have Chosen To Major in Music".

12 Unity Point Scholar Athlete of the Year 05/15/15 Up to $2000 Cumulative GPA 3.5, participation in at least 1 athletic activity, participation in at least 1 non-athletic activity, community service and involvement. Apply online: University of Iowa varies varies University of Northern Iowa varies varies Wayne State College - private scholarships varies varies varies Young Entrepreneur Award 12/18/14 $1,000 Must be a HS senior who owns their own small business.