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Scholarships (150)
51. James & Beatrice Ervin Scholarship Fund
- Graduate from an Adams or Scioto County, Ohio high school.
- Undergraduate or graduate
- Has financial need
- Showcases good moral character
- Satisfactory scholastic record
Donor
52. Adams County Health Related Scholarship Fund
- Graduating senior from an Adams County, Ohio high school
- 3.0 GPA
- Majoring in a health-related field
- Incoming freshman
- Must attend an accredited college or university
Donor
53. Baker Memorial Scholarship
- Graduate from an Ohio high school located in Hocking, Meigs, Vinton, Athens, Jackson, or Gallia County
- Minimum GPA of 2.5/4.0
- Enrolled in an accredited paramedic or EMT program
Donor
ACCF: Adams County Scholarship
To qualify for consideration for this scholarship, the candidate must:
- have a high school diploma or its equivalent;
- be a resident of Adams County, Ohio or have received a diploma from a high school in Adams County, Ohio or have been homeschooled in Adams County, Ohio;
- be attending or planning to attend an accredited, nonproprietary college, university, or certified vocational training program in a full-time capacity;
- show financial need;
- have a record of satisfactory academic performance;
- have a GPA of 2.5 or higher; and
- be an undergraduate student.
Participation in extracurricular activities, community service, employment, and school attendance record will also be considered.
When possible, for current graduates of Adams County, Ohio high schools, scholarships will be allocated equally among those schools.
Donor
ACCF: C.E. Smith Family Scholarship Fund
To qualify for consideration for this scholarship, the candidate must:
Participation in extracurricular activities, community service, employment, and school attendance record will also be considered.
When possible, for current graduates of Adams County, Ohio high schools, scholarships will be allocated equally among those schools.
- have a high school diploma or its equivalent;
- be a resident of Adams County, Ohio or have received a diploma from a high school in Adams County, Ohio or have been homeschooled in Adams County, Ohio;
- be attending or planning to attend an accredited, nonproprietary college, university, or certified vocational training program in a full-time capacity;
- show financial need;
- have a record of satisfactory academic performance;
- have a GPA of 2.5 or higher; and
- be an undergraduate student.
Participation in extracurricular activities, community service, employment, and school attendance record will also be considered.
When possible, for current graduates of Adams County, Ohio high schools, scholarships will be allocated equally among those schools.
Donor
ACCF: Charles Hugh McGovney Scholarship
To qualify for consideration for this scholarship, the candidate must:
- have a high school diploma or its equivalent;
- be a resident of Adams County, Ohio or have received a diploma from a high school in Adams County, Ohio or have been homeschooled in Adams County, Ohio;
- be attending or planning to attend an accredited, nonproprietary college, university, or certified vocational training program in a full-time capacity, (preference to University of Cincinnati or Morehead) (preference to pharmacy, education, or trade school)
- show financial need;
- have a record of satisfactory academic performance;
- have a GPA of 2.5 or higher; and
- be an undergraduate student.
Participation in extracurricular activities, community service, employment, and school attendance record will also be considered.
When possible, for current graduates of Adams County, Ohio high schools, scholarships will be allocated equally among those schools.
Donor
ACCF: Earl & Helen Johnson Scholarship Fund
To qualify for consideration for this scholarship, the candidate must:
When possible, for current graduates of Adams County, Ohio high schools, scholarships will be allocated equally among those schools.
- have a high school diploma or its equivalent;
- be a resident of Adams County, Ohio or have received a diploma from a high school in Adams County, Ohio or have been homeschooled in Adams County, Ohio;
- be attending or planning to attend an accredited, nonproprietary college, university, or certified vocational training program in a full-time capacity;
- show financial need;
- have a record of satisfactory academic performance;
- have a GPA of 2.5 or higher; and
- be an undergraduate student.
When possible, for current graduates of Adams County, Ohio high schools, scholarships will be allocated equally among those schools.
Donor
ACCF: First State Bank Dan Ferguson Scholarship
To qualify for consideration for this scholarship, the candidate must:
Participation in extracurricular activities, community service, employment, and school attendance record will also be considered.
When possible, for current graduates of Adams County, Ohio high schools, scholarships will be allocated equally among those schools.
- have a high school diploma or its equivalent;
- be a resident of Adams County, Ohio or have received a diploma from a high school in Adams County, Ohio or have been homeschooled in Adams County, Ohio;
- be attending or planning to attend an accredited, nonproprietary college, university, or certified vocational training program in a full-time capacity;
- show financial need;
- have a record of satisfactory academic performance;
- have a GPA of 2.5 or higher; and
- be an undergraduate student.
Participation in extracurricular activities, community service, employment, and school attendance record will also be considered.
When possible, for current graduates of Adams County, Ohio high schools, scholarships will be allocated equally among those schools.
Adam Eldridge Memorial Scholarship
Scholarship Criteria:
- Must be a graduate of a Scioto County, Ohio high school
- Maintain a GPA of 3.0 or better
- Attend a post-secondary educational institution
Amy Keating Scholarship Fund
Scholarship Criteria
- Graduating Senior from Portsmouth High School or Notre Dame High School
- 2.8 GPA or above
Donor
Angela Wiley Family Scholarhsip
Scholarship Criteria
- Graduating Senior at Minford High School
Animal Health Professionals Scholarship
- Enrolled at an accredited college or university seeking an associate or bachelor’s degree to become a vet tech, vet assistant, or a veterinary-related degree (e.g. pre-veterinary)
- Students living in one of the following counties Adams(OH), Greenup(KY), Jackson(OH), Lawerence(OH), Lewis(KY), Pike(OH), or Scioto(OH).
Donor
Animal Health Professionals Scholarship - Top Pick
- Enrolled at an accredited college or university seeking an associate or bachelor’s degree to become a vet tech, vet assistant, or a veterinary-related degree (e.g. pre-veterinary)
- Students living in one of the following counties Adams(OH), Greenup(KY), Jackson(OH), Lawerence(OH), Lewis(KY), Pike(OH), or Scioto(OH).
Donor
Anna Daehler Stillwell Scholarship
- Graduate of a Scioto County high school who is enrolled at Ohio State University, Denison University, Miami (Ohio) University or an Ohio high school Grad who attends Shawnee State University
- Undergraduate
Donor
Appalachian Marketing and Media Scholarship
Scholarship Criteria:
- Must be a graduate of a Scioto County, Ohio high school
- Must have a GPA of 3.5 or higher
- Attend Shawnee State University
- Must major in Business
Augusta A. & Rose L. Jacobs Memorial Fund
- Graduates from a Scioto County high school
- College sophomore or higher
- Majoring in business or music. Preference for business majors.
- Undergraduates only
Minors are not considered
Donor
Bernie Counts, Jr. Memorial Scholarship
- Resident of the state of Ohio
- Enrolled at an accredited college or university
- College sophomore, junior or senior
- Majoring in an environmental studies program
Donor
Besco Family Scholarship
- Must be a graduating senior at South Webster High School.
- Enrolled at Ohio University, a branch of Ohio University, Rio Grande University, or Shawnee State University
- GPA 2.5 or higher
- Majoring in Education, Social Work, or Sociology with a concentration in Social Work
Donor
Bill and Patty Collins Memorial Scholarship
Scholarship Criteria:
- Must be a graduate of Notre Dame High School, Scioto County, Ohio
- Must have 3.0 GPA or better
- Must show evidence of community service
- Must show successful completion of challenging course work in either AP or College Credit Plus courses such as Physics, Chemistry, Anatomy and Physiology.
- Trade school applicants are eligible
Bill and Patty Collins Memorial Scholarship - Top Pick
Scholarship Criteria:
- Must be a graduate of Notre Dame High School, Scioto Couty, Ohio
- Must have a 3.0 GPA or better
- Must show evidence of community service
- Must show successful completion of challenging coursework in either AP or College Credit Plus courses such as Physics, Chemistry, Anatomy and Physiology.
- Trade school applicants are eligible
Bill Newman Athletic Sportsmanship Scholarship
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Must complete the Bill Newman Sportsmanship Essay
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Must demonstrate good sportsmanship on and off the court, ball field, etc., thereby exemplifying the character of the late Mr. Bill Newman
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Must be a graduating senior of a Scioto County, Ohio High School
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Must attend an accredited college or university
Donor
Bobby J. Burns Memorial Scholarship
- Graduating Senior of a Scioto County High School unless the scholarship is renewed
- Enrolled at Shawnee State University
- Child of an employee of the City of Portsmouth.
- Active in the community
Only UPPER CLASSMAN can apply if renewal
Donor
Brenda Musser Memorial Scholarship
- Junior or Senior status in college
- 3.0 GPA or higher
- Majoring in Special Education
- Accredited college or university
- Graduate of a Scioto County high school
Donor
Burton D. Raine & Thelma T. Raine Fund (Adams County students only)
- Graduate from Manchester high school in Adams County, Ohio
- Majoring in Education or Healthcare
- Enrolled in an accredited college or university
Donor
Carl Brooks Scholarship
- A graduate of a Scioto County, Ohio high school
- Have a disability as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act
Donor
Carolyn Locher Memorial Scholarship
Scholarship Criteria
- Graduating senior of Portsmouth West High School, Scioto County, Ohio
- Must have a GPA of 2.75 or higher
- Someone who is good classmate with a good personality
Donor
Charles P. & Geneva Varney Scholarship Fund
- Vocal Performance, music education with emphasis in voice/choral conducting, church music with emphasis in voice/choral conducting
- Scioto County residents will receive first priority
- Residents of neighboring counties may apply and will receive consideration
- GPA 3.0 or higher
- Audition and essay are required. - The essay must be 500 words or more on your intent, outlining musical training and experiences, as well as your goals in the field of music, both short and long term.
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Charlie Bill Greene Memorial Scholarship Fund
- A graduate from a Greenup Co. (KY) or Scioto County (OH) high school
- Pursuing a music degree
- Performance video required
Donor
Christina Lester Niekamp Memorial Scholarship
- Graduating Senior of Portsmouth West High School
- Enrolled at The Ohio State University
Donor
Chuck and Linda Abbott Scholarship Fund
- Graduating Senior at East Community School, Scioto County, Ohio
- Preference given to those who show financial need.
Donor
Coach Ed Miller Scholarship
Scholarship Criteria:
- Graduating Senior of Notre Dame or Wheelersburg High School. (One will be awarded to each school district)
- Plan to attend an accredited college, university, or technical school for post-secondary education.
- Complete the essay that discusses their adherence to Coach Miller's philosophy of faith, family and football.
- Students must demonstrate hard work, showcase pride in school and have a desire to achieve are encouraged to apply
Donor
Coach Ed Miller Scholarship - Top Pick
Scholarship Criteria:
- Graduating Senior of Notre Dame or Wheelersburg High School. (One will be awarded to each school district)
- Plan to attend an accredited college, university, or technical school for post-secondary education.
- Complete the essay that discusses their adherence to Coach Miller's philosophy of faith, family and football.
- Students must demonstrate hard work, showcase pride in school and have a desire to achieve are encouraged to apply
Donor
Coach Shurl Shoemaker Scholarship
- Graduate of a Scioto County high school
- Sophomore rank or higher at an accredited college or university
- Majoring in education and planning to pursue a career in teaching
- Undergrad
Donor
Constance Burns Ackerman Memorial Scholarship
• Graduate of Portsmouth High School
• Majoring Education
Preference for those enrolled at Ohio University
• Majoring Education
Preference for those enrolled at Ohio University
Donor
Courtney Clifford Outstanding Achievement Scholarship
- Graduating senior from Minford, Notre Dame, Portsmouth, West, Wheelersburg, and Valley High Schools
- Maintained a 3.0 GPA or higher
- Received at least two varsity letters (cheerleading does not qualify as varsity letter)
- Exhibited leadership qualities, pride in school, their community, good communication skills, community involvement and overall good character.
- Must include an essay describing why you are deserving of this scholarship, how your achievements parallel Courtney's and how you live your life by dedication, determination, and discipline.
- Additional reference letter from a coach is required.
Donor
Dane McMackin Memorial Scholarship
Scholarship Criteria
- Must be a graduating senior of Notre Dame High School, Scioto County Ohio
- Must show exemplary community service.
Donor
Daughters of the American Revolution - Joseph Spencer Chapter Scholarship
- College sophomore or junior
- Majoring in history or history education
- Must be a resident of Ohio, Kentucky, or West Virginia
Preference is given to non-smokers, veterans, spouse of a veteran or child of a veteran.
Donor
Dorothy Knost Scholarship Fund
Scholarship Criteria:
- At least a high school junior or senior at a Scioto County, Ohio or Greenup County, Kentucky high school
- Planning to attend a summer music camp of at least six weeks in length or pursing a baccalaureate degree in music at a college or university. Music Education or Music Performance majors are included.
- Audition required.
- Those pursuing a music degree must attend an accredited college or university
Requirements for audition: solo auditions only, plus accompanist if needed; no ensemble or full production videos. If no accompanist, must submit musical score.
Donor
Doug Booth Scholarship Fund
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Must be a graduating senior at Valley High School, Lucasville, Ohio
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Must possess the following: the ability to think critically and creatively, express loyalty to the school, family, and community; desire to contribute to the community; competitive spirit; commitment to goals; and academic performance
- Must attend an accredited college or university
Donor
Dr. Charles Wilson Memorial Scholarship
Scholarship Criteria:
- Graduating Senior from Valley High School, Lucasville, Ohio
- GPA 3.0 or higher
- Enrolled at an accredited college, university, or trade school
Donor
Dr. James R. Mullins Memorial Scholarship
- Graduate of a Scioto County high school or a current resident of Scioto County
- Minimum high school and/or college grade point average of 3.0/4.0
- Pursuing a degree in science with a preference for healthcare.
- Enrolled at college or university listed in the most recent US News and World Report’s National University or National Liberal Arts College rankings of “Top 200 Schools.”
- Submit three letters of recommendation from a family member, an employer or coach and a teacher, faculty, or staff member of their current school.
Donor
Edward & Maxine Levi Scholarship Fund
- Must be a Scioto County high school graduate
- Majoring in business
- Enrolled at Shawnee State University
- Minimum GPA of 3.0 and be a local student
Donor
Elbert L. Elliott & Evelyn M. Elliott Memorial Scholarship
- Graduate from an Adams or Scioto County, Ohio high school
- Majoring education
Donor
Eloise & Thomas Burdell Scholarship Fund
- Graduating seniors from any public Adams County high school, including Manchester High School.
- Top 25% Class Standing
- Must have a good work ethic
- Must show extracurricular activities
Donor
Feagans Scholarship
Scholarship Criteria:
- Graduating senior from South Webster or Wheelersburg HS
- GPA 3.0 or Higher
Donor
Fitch Family Scholarship
- Graduate from a Scioto County, Ohio high school
- Undergrad
- Must have financial need
- Preference for college seniors
Donor
Floyd Holsinger Family Fund
- Must be a graduate of Notre Dame High School
- GPA greater than 2.75
- Must be genuine, kind, self-motivated, disciplined, hard worker, who embraces God, family and education
- Must complete essay "What are the 3 most important qualities a person should possess and one they should not?"
Donor
Frank “Dick” Hyland & Helen Hyland Memorial Scholarship
- Graduating senior at South Webster High School
- Minimum GPA of 3.0/4.0
- Majoring in Education
Donor
Future for Scioto County Scholarship Fund
Scholarship Criteria:
- Must be a Scioto County, Ohio high school graduate.
- Must have a GPA of 3.5 on 4.0 scale or better,
- Must show evidence of community service
- Complete the essay “How I have Impacted my Community.”
Geoffrey Addleman Memorial Scholarship
Scholarship Criteria
- Must be a graduating senior at Wheelersburg High School.
Donor
George E. & Eleanor Pettit Teaching Scholarship Fund
Must be:
- Graduating senior of Piketon High School, Pike County Ohio
- Majoring in Education
- GPA is 2.5 or greater
Donor
Ginger Rudd Phillips Memorial Scholarship Fund
- Graduating senior at Valley High School
- Show evidence of community service
- Financial need
Donor
Gordon M. Freeman Local Union #575 Scholarship Fund
- Parent or guardian is a member of IBEW Local Union #575
- Submit a 250 word essay, "What the Labor Movement Means to Me".
Donor
Grant, Anne & Pamela Reed Family Scholarship Fund
- Must Attend Shawnee State University
- Graduate of a high school in Scioto County, Ohio, Greenup or Lewis County, Kentucky
- Majoring in Business
- GPA 3.0 or above
Donor
Harley F. Shupert Sr. Scholarship
- Graduate from a high school in Scioto County, Ohio
- Majoring in education or health-care
- Attending Shawnee State University, Ohio University or any of its branches, or Wilmington College
Donor
Harry James Scholarship Fund
- Graduating seniors of Portsmouth West High School, Scioto County, Ohio
Donor
Hayes, Wittenmyer Architectural Scholarship Fund
- Graduate from a high school in southern Ohio
- Majoring in Architecture
- Accepted in an accredited college or university's school of architecture
Donor
Herbert B. Nickell, II Memorial Scholarship - Top Pick
- Graduating senior at Northwest or Wheelersburg High School
- Enrolled at the Ohio State University and Ohio University
Donor
Herbert B. Nickell, II Memorial Scholarship Fund
- Graduating senior at Northwest or Wheelersburg High School
- Enrolled at the Ohio State University or Ohio University
Donor
Hill View Retirement Center Resident Scholarship Fund
- Employee of Hillview Retirement Center and their children are eligible
- Work for Hillview Retirement Center for at least one year
- Maintain an exemplary employment and performance record
Donor
Hollenbeck Family Memorial Scholarship
To be eligible for the scholarship, the applicant will:
- be a member of Cornerstone United Methodist Church, Portsmouth, Ohio
- participate in Cornerstone United Methodist Church’s Alleluia or children’s programs
- demonstrate continued participation and a willingness to take on leadership and/or teaching or assisting roles.
- demonstrate financial need
- The scholarship may be renewed for up to four years providing the student demonstrates satisfactory academic progress, reapplies, and continues to meet the qualifications necessary to receive the award.
Donor
Hopkins/Fultz Scholarship Fund
- Graduate of Portsmouth High School or a member of First Presbyterian Church
- Majoring in education, dental hygiene, or the field of sports/physical education
- Enrolled at Shawnee State University
- Dental Hygiene students must attend Shawnee State University or the University of Louisville
Donor
Ira Swearingen Memorial Scholarship Fund
- Graduating senior at Portsmouth West, Ohio High School.
Donor
Jessie M. Payne Memorial Scholarship
- Member of the Girl Scouts, Seal of Ohio Girl Scouts Council
- Must live in Scioto, Adams, or Pike County, Ohio
- Must prove five years of membership in the Girl Scouts of the USA
- Have a “B” average or better for four years of high school
- Participate in church, school, and community activities
- Undergraduate
Donor
Jim and Clara Donaldson Family Scholarship Fund
- Degree in health-related field (nursing students must meet certain criteria listed below)
- MUST BE A SOMC employee
- Nursing students must work in the House Keeping or Food Service department to be eligible.
Donor
John & Kathleen Wittenmyer Memorial Scholarship
- Graduate of Peebles or West Union High School, Adams County, Ohio
Donor
John and Linda Walker Scholarship
- Graduates of Portsmouth High School, Scioto County, Ohio
- College Sophomore, Junior or Senior
Donor
John Shump Future Educators Scholarship Fund
Scholarship Criteria
- Graduate of Minford or New Boston High School, Scioto County, Ohio
- GPA of 2.5 or higher
- Must complete essay "Why they would like to be a teacher?"
- Pursuing an Education major
Donor
Julian A. Mohr Memorial Scholarship
- Graduate of a Scioto County, Ohio high school
- Majoring in history
Donor
Kathryn E. Slack Memorial Scholarship
- Graduate from East High School also known as East Community School, Scioto County, Ohio
- Majoring in nursing
Donor
Katie Graf Memorial Scholarship
- College Sophomore, Junior, or Senior
- Enrolled at Shawnee State University
Donor
Kenneth McCall Memorial Scholarship
- Must be graduating senior from Portsmouth or Portsmouth West High School.
- Must show financial need. Income must be less than $45,000
- Plan to major in a science-related field of study.
Take out applicants with presidential scholarships or more than enough to go
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Kevin Green Memorial Scholarship Fund
- Graduate of Wheelersburg High School
Donor
Larry Keller-Eva McCowen Medical Scholarship
- Graduate of a Scioto County, Ohio high school
- Pursue an undergraduate degree in a recognized pre-med program and have aspirations to attend medical school
Donor
Leo R. Thompson Memorial Scholarship
- Must be a graduating Northwest High School student
- Majoring in education
- Enrolled in an accredited university in Ohio.
- Must show financial need
- GPA of 3.0 or higher
Donor
Loreen and Robert Ramey Scholarship Fund
Scholarship Criteria
- Graduate of Scioto County, Ohio high school
- Pursuing a degree in Nursing
Louise & Harold Mullins Scholarship Fund
- Graduating senior at Wheelersburg High School or Portsmouth High School, Scioto County, Ohio
- Show financial need by having a family gross adjusted income of $45,000 and below
Donor
Lucinda L. Kessler Fine and Performing Arts Scholarship
- Graduating senior at Wellston high school, Jackson County, Ohio
- 3.0 GPA or better
- Majoring in Fine or Performing Arts.
Mackenzie Brown Type 1 Diabetes Scholarship
- Planning to continue his/her education beyond the high school graduation
- Diagnosis with Type I Diabetes
- Must complete the essay, "What is life like as a Type I Diabetic?"
Donor
Mamie Brisker Pettit Memorial Scholarship - Minford Students Only
Scholarship Criteria:
- Graduating senior from Minford
and Notre Dame - GPA of 3.0 or higher
- Shows excellence in academics and athletes
Donor
Marguerite & Virgil Ramsey Scholarship
- Graduate of a high school located in Scioto County, Ohio
- Enrolled in a trade school/technical school
- or majoring in history
- College sophomore, junior, or senior
Donor
Marian Thomas Creative Writing Competition
- Graduating senior from a Pike County, Ohio high school.
- Must submit a one-page biography
- Must submit a 500-word or less essay detailing why the student enjoys writing.
- Must submit a 2,000-word or less writing sample or three poems no longer than seven pages. The creative writing sample can be fiction, a play/screenplay, and/or in a poetry format. Research papers and book/movie reviews are not eligible.
Donor
Mary A. Burke Scholarship
- Graduate of a Scioto County high school
- Enrolled at Shawnee State University
Donor
Mary Smalley Memorial Scholarship
- Graduate of Portsmouth West High School
- Major in visual, music, or performing arts.
Donor
Melanie Ogg Memorial Scholarship
Scholarship Criteria:
- Must be a graduate of a Portsmouth West High School, Scioto County, Ohio
- Majoring in Education or the Arts
Donor
Michael D. Pinson Memorial Scholarship
- Graduating Senior from Minford HS
- Must be enrolled at Shawnee State University
- Active in 4-H
- 3.0 GPA or above
Donor
Mikaylah Belford Moore Scholarship
Scholarship Criteria
- Must be a graduating Senior at South Webster High School, Scioto County, Ohio
- Must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher
- Majoring in a STEM related field
Donor
Mike Roth Memorial Scholarship
- Graduating Senior from Wheelersburg High School
- Preference in 4-H
- GPA 2.5 or higher
Donor
Niccole Chandler Wright Memorial Scholarship
To qualify for this scholarship, the applicant must:
- be a graduating senior of a Scioto County, Ohio High School,
- demonstrate financial need,
- have a GPA of 3.0 or better on a scale of 4.0,
- plan to major in education, with preference given to students that study early childhood or special education.
Notre Dame High School Nursing Scholarship Fund
Scholarship Criteria:
- Must be a graduate of Notre Dame High School, Scioto County, Ohio
- Must have a high school GPA of 2.75 or higher
- Enrolled in an accredited Nursing program
OSCO Industries, Inc. Scholarship
- Parents or guardians must be employed at OSCO Industries, Inc.
- Only undergraduates may apply.
- Priority is given to students attending an institution located in southern Ohio, especially Shawnee State University and the University of Rio Grande.
Donor
OSU Alumni Club of Scioto County
- Enrolled at Ohio State University
- Graduate of a Scioto County High School
Donor
OSU Alumni Club of Scioto County - seniors only
- Enrolled at Ohio State University
- Graduate of a Scioto County High School
Donor
Owen & Madeline Doerr Karr Fund
- Majoring in veterinary medicine
- Preference is given to students attending Shawnee State University.
Donor
PHS Class of 1954 Scholarship Fund
- Must be a graduating Senior from Portsmouth High School
- Must attend Shawnee State University
- Must have a GPA of 3.0 or greater
Donor
PHS Class of 1957 Scholarship
- Must be a graduating Portsmouth High School senior
- minimum GPA of 2.75/4.0
- must enroll at an accredited post-secondary educational institution
- Must complete 250-word essay explaining their life goals and what this scholarship would mean to them
- Preference will be given to previous recipients provided they meet the GPA criteria and complete the 250-word essay.
Donor
PHS Class of 1961 Scholarship Fund
- Graduating senior at Portsmouth High School, Scioto County, Ohio
- Minimum GPA of 2.5/4.0
- Enrolled in a 4 year university or college
- Applicants must write a 250 word essay explaining their life goals and what this scholarship would mean to them.
Donor
PHS Class of 1964 Scholarship
- Must be a graduating Portsmouth High School senior
- Must have minimum GPA of 3.0 on 4.0 scale
- Must have a letter of recommendation from a member of Portsmouth HS academic staff
- Must complete PHS essay (class of 1961 is in the title but should work for both scholarships this year)
Donor
PHS Class of 1976 Scholarship Fund
- Former graduate or graduating Senior from Portsmouth High School
- Must demonstrate "hard work" and be driven
- Shows community service beyond that required by the school system
- Must have a scholastic, artistic or musical achievement
- Significant caregiving responsibilities
Donor
Portsmouth Area Jaycees, Inc. Scholarship
- Graduating Senior from a Scioto County High School
- Student is in the upper 25 percent of his or her graduating class
- Must show financial need
Donor
Portsmouth Area Ladies Scholarship Fund
- Juniors and Seniors
- Female
- Graduate of a Scioto County high school
- Minimum GPA of 3.0/4.0
- Show evidence of community service and volunteerism
- Undergraduate student
Donor
Portsmouth Retail Merchants Abe & Bette Zuber Fund
- Planning to attend Shawnee State University
- Majoring in business
- A graduating senior from a Scioto County High School
Donor
Portsmouth Sister City - Paul Flohr Scholarship
- Resident of Scioto County
- Majoring or minoring in Spanish, German, international relations or related degree.
- An additional letter from a foreign language instructor is required
Donor
Ralph & Louise Arrick Scholarship Fund
- Graduating senior of Minford, Northwest or Valley High School, Scioto County, Ohio
- 3.0 GPA or above
Donor
Richard & Ruth Cooper Reutinger Scholarship
- Graduating seniors of Portsmouth High School, Scioto County, Ohio
Donor
Richard and Melinda McNeer Snook Nursing Scholarship
- Graduate of a Greenup County, KY high school, or any Scioto Co., OH high school
- GPA of 3.0 or higher
- Must attend Shawnee State University
- Pursuing a degree in the field of nursing
Donor
Richard L. & Bettie L. Diehl Memorial Scholarship Fund
- Majoring in nursing
Nurses seeking advanced degrees are encouraged to apply.
Donor
Richard Wolbert Memorial (vocational/technical grad) Scholarship
- Graduating senior from the Scioto County Career and Technical Center.
- Show evidence of community service and must complete an essay (no more than 500 words) on “What the value of education means to me.”
Donor
Richard Wolbert Memorial Music/Theatre Scholarship
- Graduating senior from a Scioto County high school
- Planning to major in Music or Theatre
Donor
Rita & George King Scholarship
- Graduate of Minford High School, Scioto County, Ohio
- Enrolled at Shawnee State University
- College sophomore, junior, or senior
Donor
Robert & Margaret Moore Scholarship
Scholarship Criteria:
May be renewed if the student is in good standing
- A graduate of a Scioto County High School
- Enrolled at the Ohio State University
May be renewed if the student is in good standing
Donor
Robert & Margaret Moore Scholarship - HS Seniors only
Scholarship Criteria:
May be renewed if the student is in good standing
- A graduate of a Scioto County High School
- Enrolled at the Ohio State University
May be renewed if the student is in good standing
Donor
Ron & Nancy Chapman Scholarship
- Graduating senior from an Adams County high school, or one of the following high schools in Scioto County: Portsmouth West, Northwest, Portsmouth, Bloom-Vernon/South Webster, or East Community School; or from Ripley Union Lewis Local in Brown County
- Earn a varsity letter in sports
- Letter of recommendation from a varsity coach
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Ross Lee Bowers, III Memorial Scholarship Fund
Scholarship Criteria
Preference is given to one of the following:
Preference is given to one of the following:
- Member of the Sandhill Christian Baptist Church in Wheelersburg, Ohio
- Veteran
- Studying Respiratory Technology
Rotary Club of Portsmouth Scholarship - Freshman/SSU
- Incoming freshman
- Enrolled at Shawnee State University
- Graduate of a Scioto County high school
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Rotary Club of Portsmouth Scholarship Fund - Junior/Scioto County HS/not SSU
- Graduate of a Scioto County high school
- College junior status
- Enrolled at an accredited college or university, excluding Shawnee State University
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Rotary Club of Portsmouth Scholarship Fund - Junior/Scioto County HS/SSU
- Graduate of a Scioto County high school
- Incoming college junior
- Enrolled at Shawnee State University
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Roy Rogers Scholarship
- Must be enrolled at Shawnee State University
- Graduate of a Scioto County high school
- Particapated in 4-H
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Scioto County Medical Society Scholarship
- Graduate of a Scioto County, Ohio high school
- Enrolled in medical school
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Scioto County Retired Teachers Association Scholarship Fund
- Graduating senior from a Scioto County, Ohio, high school
- Majoring in education at an accredited college or university
- applicants will be judged on academic performance, school & community activities, leadership potential, and potential to become a quality educator
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Scioto County Suicide Prevention Scholarship
Scholarship Criteria
- Must be a graduate of a Scioto County, Ohio High School, or a non-traditional student
- Must complete the essay " How has suicide impacted your life?"
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SCOESC Employee Scholarship
- Must have a parent or guardian who is a contracted employee at South Central Ohio Education Service Center
- GPA 2.5 or higher
- Undergrad only
- Can only receive it once
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Scott Phipps Memorial Scholarship - Top Pick
Scholarship Criteria:
- Graduating senior of a Scioto County High School
- Participated in a high school golf team
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Sharon Musser Scott Nursing Scholarship
- Pursing an undergraduate degree in nursing
- Must be enrolled at Ohio University(including branch campuses), Shawnee State University and Bellarmine University.
- Those who already have a nursing degree are not eligible
- Must be a graduate from either Scioto, Adams, Pike, Jackson, Lawernce County, Ohio or Greenup or Lewis County, Kentucky high school
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Southern Ohio Preforming Arts Association Legacy Scholarship
Scholarship Criteria:
- Majoring in a Fine Arts program (fine, visual or performing arts)
- Graduate of a Scioto, Adams, Pike, Jackson Lawrence Ohio or Greenup, Ky high school
- GPA of 2.5 or higher
- Can be renewed for 3 additional years
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Southern Ohio Professional Licensure Scholarship
- Enrolled at an accredited post-secondary school
- pursue a certificate, license in trade or adult education
- Students living in one of the following counties Adams(OH), Greenup(KY), Jackson(OH), Lawerence(OH), Lewis(KY), Pike(OH), or Scioto(OH).
- Southern Ohio Professional Licensure Scholarship Fund
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Southern Ohio Professional Licensure Scholarship Fund
- Enrolled at an accredited post-secondary school
- pursue a certificate, license in trade or adult education
- Students living in one of the following counties Adams(OH), Greenup(KY), Jackson(OH), Lawerence(OH), Lewis(KY), Pike(OH), or Scioto(OH).
- Southern Ohio Professional Licensure Scholarship Fund
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Star Inc. - Tonya Ruggles
- Employee, Child, Grandchild of Star Inc.
- college, vocational, trade, or technical program
Steven A. Hunter Hope Fund
- Graduating senior from Portsmouth High School, Scioto County, Ohio
- Enrolled at Shawnee State University
- Preference is given to those who display financial need Less than $45,000
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Temple Baker Memorial Scholarship
- Graduate from a Scioto County, Ohio high school
- Enroll at Ohio State University
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Thomas Jeffry Chapman Scholarship
- Graduate of Portsmouth, West Portsmouth, Valley, Northwest, New Boston, Minford, or South Webster High School
- Majoring in business
- Attending Ohio State University
- Thomas Jeffry Chapman Scholarship Fund
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UCAN Neighbors: Manchester Schools Scholarship Fund
- Graduating Senior at Manchester High School
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UCAN Neighbors: Vikings Scholarship Fund
Criteria
- Graduate of Symmes Valley High School
- Must have Financial need.
- Pursuing a degree in a post-secondary option.
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UCAN: New Boston Schools Endowment Scholarship
The application can be found through the guidance office. Selection is made by the school.
Scholarship Criteria
Scholarship Criteria
- Graduating senior at Glenwood High School, Scioto County, Ohio
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UCAN: Northwest Education Endowment Scholarship
Scholarship Criteria
- Graduate of Northwest High School, Scioto County, Ohio
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UCAN: Washington-Nile Legacy Scholarship Fund Scholarship
- Graduating senior from Portsmouth West High School
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UCAN: Wheelersburg Excellence Scholarship
Scholarship Criteria
- Must be a graduating senior at Wheelershburg HS
- Have a GPA of 3.0 or higher
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Waller Family Scholarship Fund
- Graduate of a Scioto County, Ohio high school
- Majoring in engineering
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Wellston City Schools: Chester, Adeline and Cheryl Harless Music Scholarship
- Graduating Senior from Wellston High School, Jackson County, Ohio
- Must complete Wellston essay
- 2.5 GPA or above
- Majoring in Music
- Must have two letters from current or former Wellston City School teacher or guidance counselor,
- Must have a letter from Music Teachers
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Wellston City Schools: Coach Jim Derrow Memorial Scholarship Award
- Graduating Senior from Wellston High School, Ohio
- Must complete "Why the student wishes to attend college" essay
- 3.00 GPA or above
- Must show financial need
- Must have three letters from current or former Wellston City School teacher or guidance counselor
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Wellston City Schools: Dick and Joe Mantz Scholastic Scholarship Fund
- Graduating Senior from Wellston High School, Jackson County, Ohio
- Must complete "Why the student wishes to attend college" essay
- 2.50 GPA or above
- Must have three letters from current or former Wellston City School teacher or guidance counselor
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Wellston City Schools: Mary Carolyn Hedges Scholarship
- Graduating Senior from Wellston High School, Jackson County, Ohio
- Must complete "Why the student wishes to attend college" essay
- 2.50 GPA or above
- Must show financial need
- Must have three letters from current or former Wellston City School teacher or guidance counselor
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Wellston City Schools: Peggy S. Geiger Memorial Scholarship
- Graduating Senior from Wellston High School, Jackson County, Ohio
- 3.25 GPA or above
- Must have three letters from current or former Wellston City School teacher or guidance counselor
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Wellston City Schools: Phil Lewis Memorial Scholarship
- Graduating Senior from Wellston High School, Jackson Co, Ohio
- 3.0 GPA or higher
- Complete the essay "How he or she has worked through adversity"
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Wellston UCAN Neighbors Scholarship Fund
- Graduating Senior from Wellston High School, Jackson County, Ohio
- Must complete Wellston essay
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William A. Burke Memorial Scholarship Fund (Health-related)
- Majoring in a health-related field
- Medical doctor or pre-med students will NOT be considered
- A resident of Scioto, Adams, Pike, Ross, Jackson, or Lawrence County, Ohio or Greenup or Lewis County, Kentucky
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William C. Anderson Eagle Scout Scholarship
- Obtained the level of Eagle Scout
- Graduate of a Scioto County High School
- Member of Troop #12
- Member of Cornerstone Portsmouth, formerly known as Cornerstone Methodist Church
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William J. and Patricia J. Richards Scholarship Fund
Scholarship Criteria
- Enrolled at Shawnee State University, Portsmouth, Ohio
- Majoring in a health-related field.
William Ralph Salyers Legacy Scholarship
- Graduating Senior of Green High School, Scioto County, Ohio
- Must have 3.0 GPA or higher
- Must have lettered in at least one sport
- Planning to enroll in a Trade School or University, excluding University of Michigan
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