Scholarships for Ohio students

214 scholarships and grants for students who live or go to school in Ohio: local foundations found in IRS filings, Ohio state aid, and programs confirmed on sponsors’ sites. Homeschool students can apply to most of them.

Homeschool requirements in Ohio · 1 of these say homeschoolers can apply.

• AAUW Wooster ScholarshipsScholarships for women continuing their education, from the Wooster, Ohio branch of the American Association of University Women.
• A Call To College~$2,278Need-based last-dollar college grants and scholarships for graduates of Newark City Schools (Newark, Ohio), plus college-prep help for juniors and seniors. Over 300 students were funded last year.
• Achieving Standards of Excellence Foundation Scholarships~$1,763 · Deadline VariesTraditional and renewable scholarships for high school students in the Columbus, Ohio area, from a foundation that also recognizes Columbus City Schools eighth graders.
• Adah Lamborn Nursing ScholarshipDeadline May 10Tuition grants for graduating seniors from Ashtabula, Lake or Trumbull County, Ohio who enroll full time in a nursing degree at an accredited two- or four-year college. Apply by May 10 with a transcript, financial aid award letter and two recommendation letters.
• AGC of Ohio Education Foundation Scholarships~$1,292Scholarships for students pursuing construction careers, from the Associated General Contractors of Ohio; 24 were awarded last year.
• Agonis Club of Columbus ScholarshipsScholarships and awards honoring high school student athletes in the Columbus, Ohio area.
• Ajay Stiles Memorial Scholarship~$1,500 · Deadline VariesScholarships for county-resident high school seniors in the Minford, Ohio area heading to college in music, arts, faith or education; nine awards last year averaging $1,500.
• Alfred J. Loser Memorial Scholarship~$2,889 · Deadline December 1Scholarship for any student attending high school in the City of Lorain, Ohio; applications are available on request and due December 1.
• Almeda Leake Toomey Scholarship~$1,161 · Deadline VariesScholarships for graduates of New Philadelphia High School, Dover High School, or Tuscarawas Central Catholic (Ohio) with at least a 3.0 average and financial need.
• Alpha Xi Lambda Scholarship FoundationScholarships plus mentoring for graduating high school minority males, from an Alpha Phi Alpha chapter foundation in Toledo, Ohio.
• Alumni and Friends of Osnaburg Scholarships~$1,474Scholarships for graduates of East Canton High School (Osnaburg Local Schools) in East Canton, Ohio.
• Anna Local Schools Education Foundation ScholarshipsScholarships for current and former students of Anna Local Schools (Anna, Ohio) and others seeking education whose parents are or were district taxpayers or residents.
• Archbold Area Foundation ScholarshipsScholarships for college-bound students (and teachers) from the Archbold, Ohio area community foundation.
• Athens Elks Lodge 973 ScholarshipsDeadline VariesScholarships awarded by the Athens, OH Elks Lodge 973; details are not in the filing.
• Athens Rotary Foundation Scholarship~$1,550Higher-education scholarships for youth in Athens County, Ohio; four were awarded last year.
• Avon Lake Kiwanis Scholarship FundCollege scholarships from the Kiwanis club in Avon Lake, Ohio, awarded to student applicants.
• Baker Educational Nursing Trust ScholarshipDeadline VariesNursing scholarships for residents of Wood County, West Virginia or Washington County, Ohio, attending an accredited nursing school and keeping at least a 2.5 GPA; availability is advertised in the local newspaper. Four grants last year.
• Beachwood Schools Foundation ScholarshipsScholarships for graduating high school seniors of the Beachwood, Ohio school system.
• Bedford City Schools Foundation Scholarships~$773Scholarships for qualifying students and alumni of the Bedford City School District in Bedford, Ohio, chosen by the foundation's scholarship committee.
• Belmont College Foundation Scholarships~$931Scholarships for students at Belmont College in St. Clairsville, Ohio.
• Berea Education Foundation Scholarships~$1,321College scholarships for seniors graduating from Berea-Midpark High School (Berea, Ohio); 47 were awarded last year.
• Bernhard-Wentz Scholarship~$2,910 · Deadline June 1Scholarships for Dover High School (Dover, Ohio) graduates; contact the advisory committee to apply by June 1.
• Bexley Woman's Club ScholarshipScholarships for graduating high school seniors who live in Bexley, Ohio.
• BHS Endowment Fund Scholarships~$3,788 · Deadline VariesNamed scholarships for graduating seniors of Bellaire High School in Bellaire, Ohio; apply during the spring semester of senior year.
• Big Walnut Education Foundation Scholarships~$1,120Higher and continuing education scholarships, including for colleges and trade schools, for Big Walnut graduates (Sunbury, Ohio); 54 were funded last year.
• Bontrager Medical Scholarship~$2,851 · Deadline April 15Scholarship for residents of Wayne or Holmes County, Ohio pursuing a medical degree who show financial need; three character references required; submit to PNC Bank by April 15.
• Britten J. Hess Memorial Scholarship~$335 · Deadline VariesTuition scholarships for students enrolled at Calvert Catholic Schools in Tiffin, Ohio; submit a letter and essay to the school by the principal's deadline.
• Brookshire Scholarship Trust~$3,000Two scholarships a year for graduating seniors of Blanchester High School (Ohio), one for agriculture and one for early childhood education, based on need and academics; renewable up to four years with a C average while working toward a four-year degree.
• Brookside Country Club Employee Scholarships~$1,665 · Deadline VariesScholarships and grants for employees of Brookside Country Club (Canton, OH).
• Brookville Community Scholarship~$862Scholarships for Brookville High School (Ohio) graduates going on to a two- or four-year college or technical program; about 47 were awarded last year.
• Cadiz High School Alumni Scholarships~$3,170College scholarships for graduating seniors of Harrison Central High School in Cadiz, Ohio, from the Cadiz High School alumni association.
• Cal Stepan Scholarship FundDeadline August 1Small scholarship for singers who commit to sing with the St. Dominic Choir (Shaker Heights, Ohio) for the coming year; apply by August 1 with a personal letter describing your vocal background.
• Canton Lincoln High School Alumni ScholarshipsCollege scholarships awarded by application through the Canton Lincoln High School Alumni Association in Canton, Ohio.
• Chesapeake Athletic Booster ScholarshipScholarships for qualifying students graduating from Chesapeake Schools in Chesapeake, Ohio, from the athletic booster club.
• Chesterland Rotary Foundation ScholarshipsEducational scholarships for residents of Geauga County, Ohio from the Chesterland Rotary.
• Chesterton Academy of St. Joseph ScholarshipDeadline VariesNeed-based tuition assistance for students at Chesterton Academy of St. Joseph, a liberal arts high school in Fairborn, Ohio.
• Christopher R. Howell Memorial ScholarshipDeadline VariesScholarships for graduating seniors of Kirtland High School (Kirtland, OH) who show strength of character and a desire to succeed in and out of the classroom.
• Christopher R. Kuhn Memorial Scholarship~$583 · Deadline May 1Scholarship for graduates of Cambridge, Buckeye Trail, John Glenn or Meadowbrook high schools (Cambridge, Ohio area) with a 3.5 GPA who are pursuing an oncology-related degree as a doctor, nurse or other medical practitioner; apply on the website by May 1 with a short essay on why you chose oncology.
• Christ the Teacher Diocesan ScholarshipDeadline VariesTuition scholarships for students attending Catholic schools within the Diocese of Steubenville, Ohio.
• Cincinnati Scholarship Foundation~$1,848Connects students living in Greater Cincinnati with post-high-school scholarships; over 900 college scholarships were awarded last year.
• Claymont Foundation ScholarshipsCollege scholarships for graduates of the Claymont City School District in Uhrichsville, Ohio.
• C. & L. McCoy Foundation Scholarship~$881 · Deadline March 17Scholarship for graduating seniors of Wooster High School in Wooster, Ohio; contact the guidance office and submit by March 17.
• College Now Greater Cleveland Scholarships~$2,649Scholarships plus college access advising and financial aid counseling for students in Northeast Ohio, with thousands of awards each year.
• Columbia Community Foundation ScholarshipsCollege scholarships for local high school seniors in Columbia Station, Ohio and neighboring communities.
• Columbus Opportunity ScholarshipDeadline VariesAcademic scholarships for primary and secondary (K-12) school students in the Columbus, Ohio area, with priority for low-income students.
• Conneaut Education Foundation Scholarship~$2,167 · Deadline MarchScholarships for Conneaut High School (Ohio) seniors eligible for graduation with at least a 3.0 GPA; applications are due the third Friday of March.
• County North Foundation Scholarship~$2,000 · Deadline VariesScholarships for high school graduates from a foundation in West Unity, Ohio. Apply with your high school, graduation date, class rank, and transcript; the deadline varies each year.
• C. Paul Palmer Memorial Scholarship~$3,000 · Deadline March 15Scholarship limited to children and grandchildren of National Lime & Stone Company employees; apply on the approved form by March 15.
• Danny Parmertor Memorial Scholarship$1,193–10,000 · Deadline VariesScholarships for graduates of Chardon High School and Auburn Career Center (Chardon, Ohio), funded by an annual dinner and raffle; seven awards of about $1,200 to $10,000 were paid in the latest year.
• D.A. & T.B. Eberly Scholarship~$4,243 · Deadline VariesScholarships for deserving graduates of Canton City and North Canton City public high schools in Ohio attending college or technical school.
• Dianne Talarico Education Scholarship~$3,500 · Deadline May 1Scholarship for students from Canton City Schools (Canton, Ohio) majoring in education; request the application from the association, due May 1.
• Don Miller Foundation Scholarship~$2,417 · Deadline April 1Scholarships for high school seniors in the Green Springs, Ohio community school system who rank in the upper half of their class, show need and will attend an accredited two- or four-year college full time; apply by April 1.
• Donna Daniel Crissinger ScholarshipUp to $6,000 · Deadline VariesScholarships of up to $6,000 administered through the principal at 1500 Harding Highway East, Marion, Ohio; awards are made on an award fact sheet and certification submitted by the school.
• Donwinona Manifold Scholarship~$250 · Deadline May 1Small scholarships for graduates of Philo High School (Ohio) with a 3.0 GPA or better; the application includes parents' financial information and two letters of recommendation, due May 1.
• Don W. Miller ScholarshipDeadline March 30A need- and merit-based scholarship for Fremont Ross High School (Fremont, Ohio) students, applied for through the school guidance office by March 30 with transcripts and details of school, community, and work involvement.
• Doris K. and Lloyd G. Eddins Scholarship Trust~$15,325 · Deadline VariesCollege financial aid for students at Ridgemont High School in Ridgeway/Mt. Victory, Ohio. The form is available from the Ridgemont Local Schools superintendent.
• Drake Ray & Ruth Scholarship Fund~$1,875 · Deadline April 15Scholarships for Eastwood High School (Pemberville, Ohio) students with at least a 3.0 GPA who are going on to formal post-high-school education. Paper applications go through the high school principal's office by April 15.
• Dr. R. W. Taylor Scholarship~$5,000 · Deadline May 10Scholarships of about $5,000 for graduating seniors of Revere High School (Ohio) who will attend an accredited college or university in the fall; the application and qualifications are on the scholarship website, due April 30.
• D. R. Waldorf and E. F. Waldorf ScholarshipDeadline VariesA scholarship only for students of Tallmadge High School (Tallmadge, Ohio); application available on request from the trustee.
• Edna & Harvey Eagle ScholarshipDeadline VariesScholarships for graduates of Newark High School (Newark, Ohio) and Leipsic High School (Ohio); apply with a biographical record, academic objectives, and financial need information. No grants were reported in the latest filing.
• Edward J. DeBartolo Memorial Scholarship~$10,000 · Deadline VariesScholarships for graduates of any parochial, public, or private high school in Columbiana, Mahoning, or Trumbull County, Ohio; last year 17 awards averaging $10,000 were made. Return the application within 15 days of receiving it.
• Elks Education & Civic Endowment ScholarshipsScholarships for high school seniors from the Elks lodge endowment in Lexington, Ohio.
• Elks Morgan Home Scholarship Fund of AllianceDeadline VariesScholarship for high school seniors from the seven schools in the Alliance, Ohio Elks Lodge jurisdiction; apply on the foundation's form about 30 days before selection.
• Emma Melcher Wilder Scholarship~$5,000 · Deadline VariesTuition help for students from Parma High School or Strongsville High School (Ohio) who attend Baldwin Wallace University and major in the biological sciences; contact the trustee for an application.
• Expanding Visions FoundationDeadline VariesGahanna, Ohio foundation offering grants to people in Columbus and surrounding areas; applications are on its website. No grants were reported in the latest filing.
• Fairless Alumni Association ScholarshipDeadline VariesScholarships for graduating seniors at Fairless High School (Brewster, Ohio), funded by the alumni association. Three were awarded in the latest year.
• Father Francis Dietz SJ Scholarship FundTuition scholarships for middle and high school students whose families are members of Gesu Parish in University Heights, Ohio.
• Father Herr Scholarship FundScholarships for local students in the Lima, Ohio area to attend college, Lima Central Catholic High School or Delphos St. John's High School.
• Father Robert J. McAuley SJ Scholarship FundTuition assistance for students enrolled at Gesu Parish School in University Heights, Ohio.
• Fields of Learning Essay Scholarship$1,000 · Deadline March 31Scholarships of $1,000 for current Ohio high school students (grades 9-12) who email an essay on "Something I learned as a result of high school football" by March 31; one essay per student per year.
• Firelands Positive People Positive Living AwardA financial award for high school students in the Firelands area of Ohio (Huron) who have faced significant life challenges and shown resilience and a positive outlook; $30,000 was awarded last year.
• Forever 49 Scholarship~$3,121 · Deadline VariesAcademic scholarships for Cincinnati students affected by cancer to ease financial stress; seven awards averaging about $3,100 last year.
• Fort Loramie Music Boosters ScholarshipScholarships for outstanding senior members of the band and choral groups at Fort Loramie public schools in Ohio.
• Frank F. Skillman Scholarship~$5,376 · Deadline May 15Scholarships for residents of the City of Cincinnati who are full-time students in an accredited program, administered by the Cincinnati Scholarship Foundation. Form provided on request; deadline May 15.
• Frank H. Mills Scholarship~$5,273 · Deadline December 31Scholarships averaging about $5,300 for Niles, Ohio residents who are members of a Trumbull County church, Trumbull County residents who belong to a church in Niles, or graduating seniors whose parents belonged to the former First United Presbyterian Church of Niles; apply by December 31 with a transcript, a letter from your church and the claim form.
• Fred C Cox Trust Scholarship~$1,000 · Deadline June 30College scholarships for sons and daughters of members of Tiffin Lodge #77, OES Chapter #189 or the E. Tappan Rodgers Chapter, Order of DeMolay (Tiffin, Ohio); about 4 awards a year. Due June 30.
• Galion Elks Endowment ScholarshipScholarships for outstanding students at local high schools in the Galion, Ohio area, based on family financial need.
• Garciajs Scholarship~$500 · Deadline VariesSmall scholarships for students of New Philadelphia High School (Ohio); the application is available in the school guidance office.
• Genoa Area Local Schools Scholarship Foundation~$1,321Scholarships for graduates of Genoa High School in Genoa, Ohio.
• George C. Beinke Scholarship~$20,000 · Deadline March 1Scholarship for graduates of a Lucas County, Ohio high school attending the University of Toledo, weighing financial need and academics; contact KeyBank for an application by March 1.
• Gilbert & Evelyn Nolley Educational Fund~$8,500 · Deadline VariesScholarship for students who live in and attend a high school within the Manchester, Ohio school district; apply to KeyBank with a letter on your course of study, transcript, test scores and a statement of available financial sources.
• Gladys Stokesbury Scholarship~$1,000 · Deadline MayScholarships only for East Clinton High School (New Vienna, Ohio) seniors, applied for through the guidance counselor with the application form and financial statement by the second Friday of May.
• GRAD Cincinnati Scholarship~$403A scholarship for students at GRAD Cincinnati partner schools who meet program requirements from 9th grade on: required courses, a 2.7 GPA, two summer institutes on a college campus, counseling, graduating in four years, and acceptance to an accredited college.
• Grandview Heights Marble Cliff Education Foundation Scholarships~$3,077Scholarships for students of the Grandview Heights / Marble Cliff public schools (Ohio); 13 were awarded last year.
• Grove City Chamber Foundation Scholarship~$500 · Deadline Varies$500 scholarships and grants for citizens of Grove City, Ohio and members of the Grove City Area Chamber of Commerce; 61 people received awards in the latest year.
• Helen Smucker Scholarship~$3,283 · Deadline VariesScholarship for students at Orrville High School in Orrville, Ohio; contact the school guidance office for the application.
• Hollyfest Scholarship~$1,938 · Deadline March 31College scholarships open to any student attending a Hilliard City Schools (Ohio) high school or Tolles Technical Center. Contact the foundation for an application; due March 31.
• Hospitality Institute of Ohio Scholarships~$3,420Scholarships for students interested in a career in the restaurant and hospitality industry, from the Ohio Restaurant Association education foundation; 12 were awarded last year.
• Howland Community Scholarships FoundationAnnual scholarships for graduating seniors of Howland High School in Warren, Ohio.
• Hudson High School Music Boosters Scholarships~$1,400Scholarships from the music boosters of Hudson High School in Hudson, Ohio, which supports the school's music department.
• Hudson Kiwanis Foundation Scholarships~$2,143Educational scholarships from the Kiwanis foundation serving youth in Hudson, Ohio.
• Independence Kiwanis Foundation ScholarshipsDeadline VariesCollege scholarships for local youth from the Kiwanis club in Independence, Ohio. Details are on the club website.
• Indian Creek Local School District Foundation ScholarshipsScholarships and academic resources for students of the Indian Creek Local School District (Jefferson County, Ohio).
• Italian Heritage Foundation ScholarshipsScholarships for Youngstown State University students of Italian heritage, paid through the YSU Foundation by the Mahoning Valley Italian Heritage Foundation.
• James and Theresa Fulkert Foundation Scholarship~$12,916 · Deadline VariesScholarships for Ohio residents from a Delaware, Ohio family foundation; contact information is on its website. Four awards averaging about $12,900 last year.
• James J. Wilder Scholarship~$5,000 · Deadline VariesA scholarship only for students of Cardington-Lincoln High School (Cardington, Ohio); students complete a profile and are approved by the board of education.
• Jane & Lorraine Taylor Scholarship Fund~$1,264 · Deadline April 1A scholarship for active members of Eastview United Methodist Church (Columbus, Ohio) pursuing a post-graduate degree; apply to the church scholarship committee by April 1.
• J. Brannon Hull ScholarshipDeadline March 15Scholarships for graduates of Crooksville High School (Ohio) or descendants of the Hull family. Applications from the fund office are accepted between January 15 and March 15 each year.
• John C. Haney Foundation ScholarshipDeadline VariesAnnual memorial scholarship from a Northeast Ohio foundation focused on youth mental health; students apply with a testimonial about the importance of mental health resources.
• John L. Cohill Memorial Scholarship~$1,000 · Deadline VariesScholarship for graduating seniors on a Northeast Ohio high school wrestling team with a good academic record; apply with a letter to the scholarship committee.
• John & Marsha Brestle ScholarshipScholarships for graduates of Bridgeport High School (Bridgeport, Ohio) or Buckeye Local High School (Dillonvale, Ohio) who attend Ohio University Eastern. Administered by the Ohio University Foundation.
• John Rainieri Jr. Clubhouse Foundation Athletic Scholarship~$2,500 · Deadline April 30An annual $2,500 athletic scholarship for a graduating senior athlete from the high schools serving Hartville, Lake Township and Uniontown, Ohio, with priority for golfers and bowlers. Requires a 3.0 GPA and plans for college, vocational or technical school.
• John S. Knight Memorial Journalism Fund Scholarship~$25,000 · Deadline March 2Scholarship for college students pursuing journalism, photojournalism, broadcasting or public relations who live in or attend college in Summit, Portage, Stark, Medina or Wayne County, Ohio; applications are due March 2.
• Joseph L. Wolcott Scholarship FundScholarship grants (and student loans) for graduates of the Toledo Public Schools pursuing a degree at a college or university of their choice in the United States.
• Josette Beddell Memorial Scholarship~$500A $500 scholarship, renewable for four years, for a student in Northeast Ohio whose parent or guardian has been affected by breast cancer. One new student is chosen each year.
• J.P. Crain Family Scholarship~$626 · Deadline AprilRenewable scholarships for U.S. citizens living in Paulding County, Ohio who are seniors at or graduates of a Paulding County high school, attend college full time with a 3.0 GPA and show need; intended for future teachers, doctors, lawyers, dentists, ministers, engineers, business, farming, veterinary and similar fields. Due the first Friday of April.
• Katherine Rae Iarussi Scholarship~$1,000 · Deadline VariesMemorial scholarships of $1,000 for graduating seniors of the Rootstown Local School District (Ohio); five awards last year.
• Kenneth B. Long Scholarship~$1,000 · Deadline VariesCollege scholarship for Huron High School (Huron, Ohio) graduates; apply through the high school principal before graduation.
• Kirtland Athletic Boosters ScholarshipDeadline April 16Scholarship for Kirtland High School (Ohio) seniors from the school's athletic boosters; applications are due April 16.
• Kit Faragher Memorial ScholarshipDeadline VariesScholarships for Colorado and Ohio graduating high school seniors who need financial help for college: three go to Colorado seniors (one reserved for a Montrose County high school) and one to a senior from Geauga County, Ohio.
• Kyle Brown Memorial Foundation ScholarshipDeadline VariesCollege scholarships for youth of the Canfield, Ohio community from a memorial foundation; see the website for details.
• Lake Elementary PTO ScholarshipCollege scholarships for former students of Lake Elementary School (Hartville, Ohio) from the school's parent-teacher organization.
• Lakewood Country Club Caddie Scholarship Fund~$433Scholarships for high school students who caddie at Lakewood Country Club in Westlake, Ohio, to help with further education.
• Lakewood Kiwanis Foundation ScholarshipsCollege scholarships for residents of the City of Lakewood, Ohio.
• Lambda Boule Foundation ScholarshipDeadline VariesCollege scholarships, mentoring and education programs for at-risk youth in the Columbus, Ohio community.
• Lancaster Eagles Forest Rose Aerie 2120 ScholarshipScholarships and tuition assistance for high school graduates in Fairfield County, Ohio, based on grades, leadership, financial need, and community involvement.
• Legacy Education Affordability Fund ScholarshipDeadline VariesTuition scholarships for students at Legacy Christian Academy in Xenia, Ohio.
• Lima Shawnee Scholarship Fund~$1,889 · Deadline VariesScholarships for graduates of Lima Shawnee High School (Lima, Ohio) toward college or trade school, paid directly to the school; 18 awards last year averaging about $1,900. Details are posted on the fund's website.
• Lyceum Scholarship FundDeadline VariesTuition scholarships supporting students at The Lyceum, a Christian school in South Euclid, Ohio. Fourteen were awarded in the latest year.
• Lyle B. & Wanda K. Ganyard Scholarship~$1,826 · Deadline VariesScholarships for graduates of Copley High School or Revere High School (Ohio) whose families live in one of the two school districts; applications and deadlines are handled by the high schools.
• Marie & David Steiner Scholarship~$1,200 · Deadline April 30Scholarship for Perry High School (Lima, Ohio) seniors going to a Lima/Allen County area two-year college, Bluffton University, University of Findlay or Ohio Northern University; preference for lower-income students with strong academics. Apply by April 30.
• Mariemont School Foundation ScholarshipsCollege endowment scholarships and tuition assistance for students and graduates of the Mariemont School District (Cincinnati area, Ohio).
• Marietta Rotary Foundation Scholarships~$2,333Competitive scholarships for local students in Marietta, Ohio, paid to their schools; nine were awarded last year.
• Marion Community ScholarshipScholarships for high school students from the Marion Local School District (Maria Stein, Ohio).
• Marjorie Hart Trust Scholarship~$625 · Deadline April 1A small tuition scholarship for any senior attending Wellston High School (Wellston, Ohio); deadline April 1.
• Mars Hill SGO ScholarshipDeadline VariesK-12 tuition scholarships for low-income students at Mars Hill Academy in Mason, Ohio. About 150 were awarded in the latest year.
• Matthew J. Stratman Foundation ScholarshipDeadline VariesMemorial foundation in West Chester, Ohio that funds Lakota West High School sports and scholarships, among other community causes.
• Mervin Britton Memorial Scholarship~$4,000 · Deadline April 18Scholarships for graduates of Greenon, Kenton Ridge, Northeastern, Northwestern, Southeastern, Shawnee, and Tecumseh high schools in Clark County, Ohio. Standard application through the Clark County Board of Education; deadline April 18.
• Mid-Ohio Scholarship ProgramDeadline VariesHigher-education scholarships for young women, run by the Mid-Ohio Scholarship Program, whose website is the Miss Ohio competition site.
• Mildred C. Roy Scholarship~$700 · Deadline VariesScholarship for students of Port Clinton High School in Port Clinton, Ohio; application forms are available from the school guidance office.
• Miller Deime Family Foundation ScholarshipPlanned scholarships and grants for Ohio residents pursuing an undergraduate degree at any accredited institution; the Lancaster, Ohio foundation was still raising funds and had not yet made awards.
• Minerva Education Foundation Scholarships~$853Scholarships for students and alumni of the Minerva Local School District in Minerva, Ohio.
• Minster High School Scholarship FundScholarships for graduating seniors of Minster High School in Minster, Ohio.
• Moomaw Scholarship Trust~$6,249 · Deadline April 30Scholarships for students who attend or attended high school in Sugarcreek, Ohio (Garaway); applications due April 30.
• Msgr. Sylvester Hladky Memorial ScholarshipsDeadline VariesParochial (Catholic) school scholarships for K-12 students with financial need in the Warren, OH area.
• MVCAP Last-Dollar ScholarshipsLast-dollar scholarships plus college advising for high school seniors in Trumbull and Mahoning counties, Ohio, from the Mahoning Valley College Access Program.
• Newcomerstown Scholarship FoundationAnnual scholarships for graduates of Newcomerstown High School in Newcomerstown, Ohio.
• New Lexington High School Alumni Association Scholarship~$894Scholarships for deserving graduates of New Lexington High School (Ohio), paid out in yearly installments over two to four years of college; 45 students were funded last year.
• Nordonia Hills Scholarship Granting OrganizationDeadline VariesAcademic scholarships for kindergarten students entering the Nordonia Hills City School District (Northfield, Ohio), and scholarships covering fees for K-12 students in the district, with priority for low-income students.
• North College Hill Scholarship~$3,520 · Deadline VariesPost-secondary scholarships for eligible students enrolled in the North College Hill School District (Cincinnati, OH); paid to the college.
• North Ridgeville Firefighters Community Fund Scholarships$500Two $500 scholarships a year for local students in North Ridgeville, Ohio, funded by the city's firefighters.
• Northside Christian Scholarship FundDeadline VariesTuition scholarships supporting students at Northside Christian School in Westerville, Ohio.
• Norwood High Scholarship~$4,028College scholarships for graduates of Norwood High School (Norwood, Ohio), paid directly to their colleges; 42 students were supported last year.
• Norwood Masonic Temple Foundation ScholarshipsScholarship awards for young people in the Norwood, Ohio area.
• Nunzio Polichene Scholarship Fund~$1,000 · Deadline VariesTuition scholarship for students from Ravenna, Ohio.
• Ohio Association of Independent Schools Scholarship Granting OrganizationDeadline VariesTuition assistance for K-12 students attending Ohio private schools that belong to the Ohio Association or Ohio Alliance of Independent Schools.
• Ohio Cattlemen's Foundation ScholarshipsCollege scholarships for beef industry youth, from the Ohio Cattlemen's Foundation.
• Ohio Christian Scholarship Granting OrganizationDeadline VariesScholarships for students attending private primary and secondary schools, with priority for low-income students.
• Ohio College Adoption Grant$2,500 · Deadline Varies · GrantOne-time $2,500 award for students adopted (not by a stepparent) on or after January 1, 2023 who attend a qualifying Ohio college.
• Ohio College Opportunity Grant (OCOG)$600–5,000 · Deadline Varies · GrantOhio's need-based grant for residents with a Student Aid Index of $3,750 or less and household income up to $96,000, at Ohio public, private nonprofit and for-profit colleges.
• Ohio Educare ScholarshipDeadline VariesTuition scholarships for students attending private K-12 Christian schools in Ohio's Anabaptist faith community. Applications and eligibility data are gathered through the participating schools.
• Ohio FCCLA Endowment ScholarshipScholarships for Ohio FCCLA (Family, Career and Community Leaders of America) members pursuing any area of post-secondary education.
• Ohio Foot and Ankle Medical Foundation ScholarshipDeadline VariesThe Ohio Foot and Ankle Medical Foundation funds podiatric education, including scholarships to students. The filing gives no application details; see the website.
• Ohio Governor's Merit Scholarship (GMS)Up to $5,000 · Deadline May 15 · Homeschoolers welcomeUp to $5,000 a year, renewable four years, for Ohio seniors in the top 5% of their high school class who attend an Ohio college; homeschooled students compete as a group using ACT or SAT scores.
• Ohio Iota Foundation ScholarshipDeadline VariesScholarships and financial help for worthy or needy students to attend the University of Akron.
• Ohio Jewelers Education Foundation Scholarships~$5,244 · Deadline VariesScholarships and educational grants for employees of jewelers who are members of the Ohio Jewelers Association; contact the foundation to apply.
• Ohio Mining & Mineral Education Program ScholarshipDeadline VariesScholarships for students interested in fields related to mining and the industrial minerals industry in Ohio, from the Ohio Mining & Mineral Education Program.
• Ohio National Guard Scholarship ProgramDeadline Varies · GrantCovers 100% of tuition at participating Ohio public colleges (or the public average elsewhere) for enlisted Ohio Army and Air National Guard members in good standing, for degrees and approved trade or licensing programs.
• Ohio Work Ready Grant (OWRG)$750–6,000 · Deadline Varies · GrantGrant for Ohio residents in credential programs for in-demand careers at Ohio community colleges, regional campuses and technical centers, prioritizing advanced manufacturing and engineering technology.
• Parma City Schools Foundation ScholarshipDeadline VariesScholarships for students of the Parma City School District (Parma, Ohio); the foundation also gives educator grants.
• Patrick M. Pozderac ScholarshipDeadline Usually MayScholarship for students at Buckeye High School in Medina County, Ohio; forms are at the guidance office and are due before the spring awards banquet in May. No awards were reported in the latest filing.
• Paul A. Demshar Foundation Scholarship~$2,000 · Deadline VariesTwo $2,000 scholarships a year for graduating youth in the Ashtabula, Ohio area who show high moral character and have financial need.
• Paul E. Brown Scholarship~$3,333 · Deadline May 1Scholarship for former players, managers or trainers of the Washington High School football team in Massillon, Ohio; applications go to the Rotary Club of Massillon by May 1.
• Perry Foundation Scholarships$500–3,000Scholarships of $500 to $3,000 (plus low-interest loans) for graduates of Perry High School in Perry, Ohio continuing their education.
• Perrysburg Kiwanis Memorial Scholarship~$1,080 · Deadline VariesScholarships for graduating seniors of Perrysburg High School or Penta Career Center in Perrysburg, Ohio; paper applications with a deadline set each year by the school.
• Portage County Retired Teachers Association Scholarship~$2,500 · Deadline Varies$2,500 scholarships for high school graduates of Portage County, Ohio who plan careers in teaching; five were awarded in the latest year.
• Prince Hall Scholarship Foundation (Ohio)~$657College scholarships for Ohio students from the Prince Hall Masonic scholarship foundation; 46 were awarded last year.
• Princeton City School District Scholarship Board~$1,393Scholarships for high school seniors in the Princeton City School District (Cincinnati, Ohio); 46 were awarded last year.
• Project GRAD Akron College Scholarships~$463 · Deadline VariesCollege scholarships for Buchtel High School (Akron, OH) graduating seniors who complete the Project GRAD Akron learning contract.
• Racine Southern Scholarship Association~$538 · Deadline April 27Educational scholarships for graduates of the Southern Local School District in Meigs County, Ohio; preprinted forms from the guidance counselor, due April 27.
• Ray T. Kest Old Newsboys Goodfellow Scholarship~$2,458 · Deadline October 31Scholarships based on financial need and academic performance from the Old Newsboys Goodfellow association in the Toledo, Ohio area; applications are due October 31.
• Robert H. Jentes Scholarship~$4,352 · Deadline April 1Scholarship for children of Fleming Foods Co. employees, members of St. Paul Lutheran Church in Massillon, Ohio, or students attending Wittenberg University or Malone University; send a requesting letter by April 1.
• Robert M. McClure Memorial Scholarship~$17,280 · Deadline VariesScholarships for graduating high school students who were students or volunteers at Operation Give Back (Cincinnati area) and could not otherwise afford an accredited two- or four-year college. Apply with a personal statement, school and community involvement, transcript, recommendation letters, intended college and evidence of need; no deadline. Three awards last year, paid to the college.
• Robert Rees Scholarship~$2,500 · Deadline VariesA scholarship for residents of Gallia or Jackson County, Ohio who rank in the top quarter of their high school class; contact the administrator at the University of Rio Grande for the application.
• Robert Wingett Scholarship~$42,528 · Deadline August 1Educational scholarships for residents of Syracuse, Ohio; preprinted forms from the trust, due August 1.
• Rose Margaret Truax Scholarship~$850 · Deadline VariesScholarship for Shadyside High School (Shadyside, Ohio) students with a 3.5 or higher GPA; first-year recipients may reapply for additional years in college. The application is available from the school, which sets the deadline.
• Ruth M. Hughes Scholarship~$6,706 · Deadline May 1Scholarships for graduates of Muskingum County, Ohio high schools; last year 45 awards averaging about $6,700 were made. Application on request from Huntington National Bank; deadline May 1.
• Ryan Johnson Memorial 5K ScholarshipScholarships for West Branch High School (Ohio) students, funded by the Runners Believe Ryan Johnson Memorial 5K race; $2,000 was awarded in the latest year.
• Saint Ursula Academy Scholarship Granting OrganizationDeadline VariesTuition scholarships for students and families with the highest financial need at Saint Ursula Academy in Cincinnati, Ohio. Sixteen were awarded in the latest year.
• Salem High School Alumni Association Scholarships~$3,741Post-secondary scholarships for graduates of Salem High School in Salem, Ohio; recipients must show proof of enrollment.
• Salem Italian American Educational Fund ScholarshipsScholarships for high school seniors and college students in the Salem, Ohio area.
• Salineville Southern Alumni ScholarshipsScholarships for alumni of the Southern schools in Salineville, Ohio, from the alumni committee.
• Sandusky County Positive People ScholarshipScholarships for graduating high school seniors in the Sandusky County, Ohio area who showed an outstanding positive attitude while overcoming obstacles during high school.
• Say Yes Cleveland Scholarship~$2,328 · Deadline VariesTuition scholarship for every eligible Cleveland Metropolitan School District (or partner charter) graduate who was continuously enrolled from ninth grade through graduation, to attend a public two- or four-year college or accredited training program; about 1,485 students received awards in the latest filing.
• Scholarship Foundation of WadsworthScholarships for graduating seniors of Wadsworth High School in Wadsworth, Ohio who plan further education and show ability and work ethic; financial need is often a factor.
• Siddons ScholarshipDeadline JuneScholarship for students living in Ross, Pike, Pickaway or Highland County, Ohio who have completed a full year at a four-year college. Apply in writing during June with a college transcript and a letter explaining why you are deserving.
• Sister Cities of Vandalia ScholarshipScholarships for graduates of Vandalia-Butler High School in Vandalia, Ohio.
• Sons & Daughters of Herman Scholarships~$1,655Scholarships for people in the Massillon, Ohio community to further their education; last year 84 awards totaling $139,000 were made.
• SOPGA Junior Golf Scholarship~$1,000 · Deadline VariesScholarships for junior golfers from PGA REACH Southern Ohio, the charitable arm of the Southern Ohio PGA Section; 14 awards of about $1,000 last year.
• South Central Power Company Foundation Scholarship~$1,000 · Deadline Varies$1,000 scholarships for students in the service territory of South Central Power Company (an Ohio electric cooperative); 99 were awarded in the latest year.
• Stephen E. Singleton Memorial Scholarship~$500 · Deadline VariesFinancial assistance scholarships for Seneca High School seniors (Sandusky, OH area).
• Stivers Alumni Association ScholarshipScholarships for current students of Stivers School of the Arts (Dayton, Ohio) and for descendants of Stivers alumni.
• Stow Schools Foundation ScholarshipsEducational scholarships and recognition for students of the Stow-Munroe Falls public school system in Stow, Ohio.
• St. Paul Commandery 59 Scholarship~$12,800 · Deadline February 1Tuition scholarships to attend Mount Notre Dame High School (Cincinnati) for members of Our Lady of the Valley Parish or St. Clement Parish, or descendants of a member of the Knights of St. John. Deadline February 1.
• Teays Valley Educational Foundation ScholarshipsEndowed scholarships for students of the Teays Valley local schools (Ashville, Ohio), paid directly to the college; recipients submit grades each semester.
• The Future Begins Today ScholarshipsLast-dollar college scholarships and mentoring for at-risk students in Troy, Ohio schools; 23 students at 14 colleges were funded last year.
• Thomas J Seefred Trust Scholarship~$3,000 · Deadline June 1Scholarships for students aged 18-25 diagnosed with juvenile diabetes who are pursuing a bachelor's degree at an accredited junior college or university and in good academic standing. Preference for students from three Ohio counties. Apply by April 1.
• Tiffin Eagles Scholarship Foundation~$656 · Deadline April 30Scholarships for children and grandchildren of members of Tiffin (Ohio) Eagles Aerie 402 or its Auxiliary in good standing for three years; application with ACT/SAT scores, a recommendation and transcript due April 30.
• Unique Club Scholarship Foundation~$1,475 · Deadline May 31Scholarships from the Unique Club of Stark County, Ohio for students admitted to a college; apply by May 31 with the application, school transcripts and an essay.
• United Community ScholarshipAcademic scholarships for graduating students of United High School in Hanoverton, Ohio.
• United Slovak Societies Scholarship~$1,200 · Deadline VariesScholarship grants for members of the United Slovak Societies (Lorain, OH); apply by request letter, no deadline.
• Upper Arlington Optimist Club Scholarship~$1,917 · Deadline April 1Scholarships for Central Ohio high school juniors and seniors from the Upper Arlington Optimist Club; apply by April 1 with a letter of recommendation. Six awards averaging about $1,900 were made last year.
• Vanessa M. Edwards Memorial ScholarshipDeadline VariesCollege scholarships for students from Toledo Public Schools in Toledo, Ohio.
• Versailles Community Scholarship$500–1,200College scholarships of $500 to $1,200 for Versailles High School (Ohio) seniors.
• Ward & Mary Wooddell Scholarship~$1,500 · Deadline April 1Scholarships only for seniors graduating from a Clinton County, Ohio high school; application and financial disclosure forms are available from Peoples Bank and due April 1.
• Warren G. Andrews Memorial ScholarshipScholarship awards for scholar-athletes graduating from Ashtabula County, Ohio high schools.
• W. B. & Mary W. Snow Trust ScholarshipDeadline JanuaryA scholarship for Akron Public Schools career-education seniors enrolled in a skilled-trade program who are on track to graduate and will attend a post-secondary institution. Mail a typed application with transcript and three recommendations (two from school staff) in January.
• Wellsville Alumni Association Scholarships~$2,413Scholarships for college-bound students from the Wellsville, Ohio high school alumni association.
• West Branch Alumni Association ScholarshipsScholarships from the alumni association of West Branch High School (Beloit / Damascus, Ohio).
• Westfall Education Foundation Scholarships~$2,111 · Deadline VariesScholarships for students of Westfall Local Schools (Williamsport, OH).
• William D. Squires Educational Foundation ScholarshipDeadline April 5Need-based scholarship for Ohio residents graduating from high school this year with at least a 3.20 cumulative GPA and a FAFSA expected family contribution under $7,000; apply by April 5 with the written application, two recommendation letters, official transcript, short essay and FAFSA Student Aid Report.
• Williams Challenge ScholarshipsScholarships for students from low-income families in the Akron, Ohio area; six awards in the latest year.
• Wolves Scholarship Charitable TrustScholarships for graduating seniors from Mahoning County, Ohio high schools entering their freshman year at Youngstown State University.
• Zelma Gray Medical Scholarship~$5,241 · Deadline March 31Tuition help for Guernsey County, Ohio residents enrolled in an accredited U.S. medical school working toward an MD, DO, DDS or DPM; apply through the Foundation for Appalachian Ohio by March 31 with MCAT scores, transcripts and FAFSA.