OCTOBER SCHOLARSHIP BULLETIN

Be sure to visit your local school district’s website for area scholarship
information. For your convenience, please see some of those websites
below by selecting the city near you.
o McFarland
o Madison -
 Madison Metropolitan High Schools
 Madison Area Scholarships
o Milwaukee
o Green Bay
o Superior
o Eau Claire
o La Crosse
 Central High School

APIASF SCHOLARSHIP (Asian & Pacific Islander American Scholarship Fund) - This scholarship
is for Asian American and Pacific Islander students enrolling in college in the fall of 2016. Go to
http://www.apiasf.org/scholarship_apiasf.html to apply. Application deadline is January 10,
2019 at 5:00pm EST.

BRUCE FISHKIN SCHOLARSHIP FUND - This scholarship program is offering up to six

scholarships, including tuition and housing, to any accredited college or university. Students
must have a 3.0 or greater GPA and a minimum ACT score of 22. An essay is required. To
apply, go to: www.brucefishkinscholarshipfund.com. Application deadline October 15th. Site
currently under construction.

HERB KOHL EXCELLENCE SCHOLARSHIPS - https://www.kohleducation.org/

HORATIO ALGER SCHOLARSHIP - The Horatio Alger Association seeks to assist students who
have demonstrated integrity, perseverance in overcoming adversity, strength of character,
financial need, a good academic record, commitment to pursue a college education, and a
desire to contribute to society. Apply online at
https://scholars.horatioalger.org/scholarships/about-our-scholarship-programs/

PRUDENTIAL SPIRIT OF COMMUNITY AWARDS PROGRAM - These awards were created to

recognize students in middle and high school grades who have made meaningful contributions
to their communities through volunteer service. Apply online at http://spirit.prudential.com
by November 6, 2018.
YOUNGARTS FOUNDATION - This group supports the next generation of artists. Many
scholarships are given out each year. Students must be ages 15-18 or in grades 10-12. Visit
youngarts.org/apply for details on how to apply. Application deadline is October 12, 2018 at
11:59pm EST.

2018 AMERICANISM PROGRAMS & SCHOLARSHIPS

http://www.fra.org/fra/Web/Events_and_Programs/7_12th_Grade_Essay_Contest/Web/Co
ntent/Essay_Contest.aspx?hkey=707c4b42-2eb8-4992-9d57-31b8bd14c68a

VOICE OF DEMOCRACY
https://www.vfw.org/VOD/

RESOURCES:

www.FASTweb.com
www.freschinfo.com
www.srnexpres.com
www.FASTAID.com
www.scholarships.com
www.collegequest.com
www.scholarshipguidance.com
www.FASTweb.com
www.freschinfo.com
www.srnexpres.com
www.FASTAID.com
www.scholarships.com
www.collegequest.com
www.scholarshipguidance.com

SCHOLARSHIP GUIDE

Scholarships are awarded to students based upon the criteria in the application. Most
scholarships look for students who have a good academic record, extracurricular
activities, work experience, goals and objectives for the future, or have overcome a
difficult life situation. You do not need to have all of these qualifications, but you will
need some. Scholarships take time and effort but the payoff can be well worth it, in the
extra money you receive for college.

CAUTION: There are scholarship SCAMS! Never pay money for a scholarship
application or information. When in doubt, wait and see your counselor regarding certain
websites and scholarships.

General Directions
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Criteria: Review the list of scholarships and review the criteria to determine if you meet
the requirements. Don't waste your time by applying for scholarships in which you do
not meet the basic requirements. Focus on scholarships that you qualify for.

Deadlines: Make sure you pay attention to deadlines. Late and/or incomplete
application packets are almost always thrown out! If you begin working on a scholarship
several weeks before the due date, it will give you time to pull together letters of
recommendation, transcripts, and do a better job writing essays. Sloppy, last minute
applications are rarely given much consideration. Show that you really want and
deserve the scholarship by putting together a high quality packet.

Transcripts: If an "official" transcript is required you can get it from Mrs. Gast – WIVA
Registrar. jgast@wivcs.org Please request transcripts as soon as possible.

Letters of Recommendation: Letters of recommendation are extremely important.

Make sure to give teachers, counselors, coaches, etc. at least two week’s time to write
a recommendation. At the time you ask someone to write you a letter of
recommendation, give him/her a copy of your Local Scholarship or resume, to prompt
them about your accomplishments and supply them with a description of the scholarship
requirements. This will help them say things about you that relate to the requirements of
the scholarship.
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