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Scholarships (154)


01. 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 
 Incoming freshman will be considered if the selection is not large enough
Minors are not considered

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03. 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
Preference for those majoring in banking, finance or insurance.

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04. 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

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05. Edward & Maxine Levi Scholarship Fund



  • Must be a Scioto County high school graduate
  • Majoring in business
  • Enrolled at Shawnee State University and major in business
  • Minimum GPA of 3.0 and be a local student 
Underclassmen and upperclassmen may apply.

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06. Owen & Madeline Doerr Karr Fund



  • Majoring in veterinary medicine
  • Preference is given to students attending Shawnee State University.

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07. Animal Health Professionals Scholarship Fund - Top Choice

vet tech, certificate

  • 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).

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08. 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

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09. Loreen and Robert Ramey Scholarship Fund



Scholarship Criteria
  • Graduate of Scioto County, Ohio high school
  • Pursuing a degree in Nursing
Preference is for a student who is a single parent with a Sophomore or higher status. 




10. Richard L. & Bettie L. Diehl Memorial Scholarship Fund



  • Majoring in nursing
Preference is given to those wanting work in the oncology department.
Nurses seeking advanced degrees are encouraged to apply.

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11. 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 

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13. William J. and Patricia J. Richards Scholarship Fund



Scholarship Criteria
  • Enrolled at Shawnee State University, Portsmouth, Ohio
  • Majoring in a health-related field. 

 




14. 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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15. 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

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16. SOPAA 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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17. Waller Family Scholarship Fund



  • Graduate of a Scioto County, Ohio high school
  • Majoring in engineering

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19. Bernie Counts, Jr. Memorial Scholarship Fund



  • Resident of the state of Ohio
  • Enrolled at an accredited college or university 
  • College sophomore, junior or senior 
  • Majoring in an environmental studies program

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20. Portsmouth Sister City - Paul Flohr Scholarship Fund



  • 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
Preference is given to a Shawnee State student with two or more years of high school Spanish or German, a GPA of 3.0 or higher who has visited Orizaba, Mexico or Zittau, Germany.

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21. Elbert L. Elliott & Evelyn M. Elliott Memorial Fund



  • Graduate from an Adams or Scioto County, Ohio high school
  • Majoring in secondary or elementary education

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22. 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



23. Coach Shurl Shoemaker Scholarship Fund



  • 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
Preference is given to students who are interested in coaching athletic teams at the elementary, middle or high school level.

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24. Harley F. Shupert Sr. Scholarship Fund



  • 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



25. Daughters of the American Revolution - Joseph Spencer Chapter Scholarship Fund



  • 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.


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27. Marguerite & Virgil Ramsey Acorn 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



28. 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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29. Bobby J. Burns Memorial Scholarship Fund



  • 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
May be renewed for three additional years if recipient maintains a 2.0 GPA.
Only UPPER CLASSMAN can apply if renewal

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30. John and Linda Walker Scholarship Fund



  • Graduates of Portsmouth High School, Scioto County, Ohio
  • College Sophomore, Junior or Senior

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31. Hollenbeck Family Memorial Scholarship Fund



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.

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32. William C. Anderson Eagle Scout Scholarship Fund



  • Obtained the level of Eagle Scout
  • Graduate of a Scioto County High School
Preference:

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33. Jessie M. Payne Memorial Scholarship Fund



  • 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

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34. Carl Brooks Scholarship Fund



  • A graduate of a Scioto County, Ohio high school
  • Have a disability as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act

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35. Anna Daehler Stillwell Scholarship Fund



  • 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





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36. Mary A. Burke Scholarship Fund



  • Graduate of a Scioto County high school
  • Enrolled at Shawnee State University
Preference is given to those pursuing a degree in an Arts and Humanities related field

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37. Fitch Family Scholarship Fund



  • Graduate from a Scioto County, Ohio high school
  • Undergrad
  • Must have financial need
  • Preference for college seniors 

Donor



38. Katie Graf Memorial Scholarship Fund



  • College Sophomore, Junior, or Senior
  • Enrolled at Shawnee State University

Donor



39. Mary Elliott Jenkins Memorial Scholarship



Scholarship Criteria
  • A resident of Scioto County, Ohio, Greenup County, Kentucky, or Lewis County Kentucky 
  • Enrolled at Shawnee State University
  • demonstrated proof of financial need 
  • Hold a 2.8 GPA or high throughout High School 
  • Show good character

 

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40. Don Walker and Dan Sissel Memorial Scholarship



  • Graduating Senior of a Scioto County high school
  • GPA 2.5 - 3.00
  • Planning to attend Shawnee State University
  • Family income of $45,000 or less

Donor



41. Rita & George King Scholarship Fund



  • Graduate of Minford High School, Scioto County, Ohio
  • Enrolled at Shawnee State University
  • College sophomore, junior, or senior

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42. Raymond L. Arn & Dorothy L. Maier Scholarship Fund



  • Resident of Scioto County, Ohio
  • Enrolled at Shawnee State University

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43. Dudley P. and Lauralena Whipple Scholarship Fund



Scholarship Criteria
  • Must be enrolled at Shawnee State University
  • Resident of Scioto County, Ohio

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44. Rotary Club of Portsmouth Scholarship Fund - part one (Freshman attending SSU)



  • Incoming freshman
  • Enrolled at Shawnee State University
  • Graduate of a Scioto County high school
Only $6,000 is available between all three parts

Donor



45. Rotary Club of Portsmouth Scholarship Fund - part 2 (incoming junior who has graduated from a Scioto County HS attending any college or university other than SSU)



  • Graduate of a Scioto County high school
  • College junior status
  • Enrolled at an accredited college or university, excluding Shawnee State University
Only $6,000 is available between all three parts

Donor



46. Rotary Club of Portsmouth Scholarship Fund - part three (incoming junior who has graduated from a Scioto County HS attending Shawnee State)



  • Graduate of a Scioto County high school
  • Incoming college junior 
  • Enrolled at Shawnee State University
Only $6,000 is available between all three parts

Donor



47. Southern Ohio Professional Licensure Scholarship Fund - Top Choice



  • 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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48. Thomas Jeffry Chapman Scholarship Fund



  • 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

Donor



49. Temple Baker Memorial Scholarship Fund



  • Graduate from a Scioto County, Ohio high school
  • Enroll at Ohio State University

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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

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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

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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

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Adams County Community Foundation: 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.

 

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Adams County Community Foundation: Adams County Scholarship - for review



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;
  • be attending or planning to attend an accredited, nonproprietary college, university, or certified vocational training program in a full-time capacity;
  • demonstrate financial need; and
  • have a record of satisfactory academic performance.

Participation in extracurricular activities, community service, employment, and school attendance will also be considered.

When possible, for current graduates of Adams County, Ohio high schools, scholarships will be allocated equally among those schools.

 

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Adams County Community Foundation: C.E Smith Family Scholarship Fund



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.
Adams County Community Foundation: C.E Smith Family Scholarship Fund
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.

 

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Adams County Community Foundation: Charles Hugh McGovney Scholarship Fund




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.
 

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Adams County Community Foundation: Earl & Helen Johnson Scholarship Fund



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.

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Amy Keating Scholarship Fund



Scholarship Criteria 
  • Graduating Senior from Portsmouth High School or Notre Dame High School
  • 2.8 GPA or above
Preference for Education Major and those attending a University in Ohio 

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Animal Health Professionals Scholarship Fund

vet tech, certificate

  • 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).

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Besco Family Scholarship Fund



  • 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

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Bill Newman Athletic Sportsmanship Scholarship



  • Must complete the Bill Newman Sportsmanship Essay

  • Must demonstrate good sportsmanship on and off the court, ball field, etc., thereby exemplifying the character of the late Mr. Bill Newman

  • Must be a graduating senior of a Scioto County, Ohio High School

  • Must attend an accredited college or university


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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

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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

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Christina Lester Niekamp Memorial Scholarship



  • Graduating Senior of Portsmouth West High School
  • Enrolled at The Ohio State University 

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Chuck and Linda Abbott Scholarship Fund



  • Graduating Senior at East Community School, Scioto County, Ohio
  • Preference given to those who show financial need. 

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Coach Ed Miller Scholarship Notre Dame



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
Preference will be given to applicants that participate in high school football or cheerleading. 

Donor



Coach Ed Miller Scholarship Notre Dame - full list of students



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
Preference will be given to applicants that participate in high school football or cheerleading. 

Donor



Coach Ed Miller Scholarship Notre Dame Mar 20 2024 4:38PM



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
Preference will be given to applicants that participate in high school football or cheerleading. 

Donor



Coach Ed Miller Scholarship Wheelersburg



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
Preference will be given to applicants that participate in high school football or cheerleading. 

Donor



Coach Ed Miller Scholarship Wheelersburg - full list of students



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
Preference will be given to applicants that participate in high school football or cheerleading. 

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Courtney Clifford Outstanding Achievement Scholarship Fund (Minford students only)



  • Graduating senior at Minford High School
  • 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.

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Courtney Clifford Outstanding Achievement Scholarship Fund (Notre Dame students only)



  • Graduating senior at Notre Dame HS
  • 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



Courtney Clifford Outstanding Achievement Scholarship Fund (Portsmouth students only)



  • Graduating senior at Portsmouth HS
  • 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



Courtney Clifford Outstanding Achievement Scholarship Fund (Valley students only)



  • Graduating senior at Valley HS
  • 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



Courtney Clifford Outstanding Achievement Scholarship Fund (West students only)



  • Graduating senior at West Portsmouth High School
  • 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



Courtney Clifford Outstanding Achievement Scholarship Fund (Wheelersburg students only)



  • Graduating senior at Wheelersburg HS
  • 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 Fund



Scholarship Criteria
  • Must be a graduating senior of Notre Dame High School, Scioto County Ohio
  • Must show exemplary community service.

Donor



Dane McMackin Memorial Scholarship Fund - Recommendations



Scholarship Criteria
  • Must be a graduating senior of Notre Dame High School, Scioto County Ohio
  • Must show exemplary community service.

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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. 

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Doug Booth Scholarship Fund



  • Must be a graduating senior at Valley High School, Lucasville, Ohio 

  • 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

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Dr. Charles Wilson Memorial Scholarship Fund



Scholarship Criteria:
  • Graduating Senior from Valley High School, Lucasville, Ohio
  • GPA 3.0 or higher
  • Enrolled at an accredited college or university or trade school

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Dr. James R. Mullins Memorial Scholarship Fund



  • 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.

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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 
Preference will be given to students who plan to return to Adams County, Ohio to live and work. 
 

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Feagans Scholarship Fund



Scholarship Criteria:
  • Graduating senior from South Webster or Wheelersburg HS
  • GPA 3.0 or Higher
Can be renewed for up to one year with evidence that the student has maintained a 3.0 or better GPA

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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?"


 

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Frank “Dick” Hyland & Helen Hyland Memorial Scholarship Fund



  • Graduating senior at South Webster High School
  • Minimum GPA of 3.0/4.0
  • Majoring in education

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Geoffrey Addleman Memorial Scholarship



Scholarship Criteria
  • Must be a graduating senior at Wheelersburg High School.

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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

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Ginger Rudd Phillips Memorial Scholarship Fund



  • Graduating senior at Valley High School
  • Show evidence of community service
  • Financial need
This candidate should exhibit the qualities that the late Mrs. Phillips possessed: that of a highly self-motivated individual or “hard worker” who didn’t quit in the face of adversity.

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Ginger Rudd Phillips Memorial Scholarship Fund - Top Choice



  • Graduating senior at Valley High School
  • Show evidence of community service
  • Financial need
This candidate should exhibit the qualities that the late Mrs. Phillips possessed: that of a highly self-motivated individual or “hard worker” who didn’t quit in the face of adversity.

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".

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Harry James Scholarship Fund



  • Graduating seniors of Portsmouth West High School, Scioto County, Ohio

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Herbert B. Nickell, II Memorial Scholarship Fund



  • Graduating senior at Northwest or Wheelersburg High School
  • Enrolled at the Ohio State University or Ohio University

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Herbert B. Nickell, II Memorial Scholarship Fund - full list of students



  • Graduating senior at Northwest or Wheelersburg High School
  • Enrolled at the Ohio State University and Ohio University

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Herbert B. Nickell, II Memorial Scholarship Fund - recommendation(s)



  • Graduating senior at Northwest or Wheelersburg High School
  • Enrolled at the Ohio State University and Ohio University

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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

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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

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Ira Swearingen Memorial Scholarship Fund



  • Graduating senior at Portsmouth West, Ohio High School.

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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
Eligiblity for Nursing Students:
  • Nursing students must work in the House Keeping or Food Service department to be eligible. 

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John & Kathleen Wittenmyer Memorial Scholarship Fund



  • Graduate of Peebles or West Union High School, Adams County, Ohio

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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

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Johnson Family Scholarship Fund



  • Enrolled at Shawnee State University

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Kathryn E. Slack Memorial Scholarship Fund



  • Graduate from East High School also known as East Community School, Scioto County, Ohio
  • Majoring in nursing

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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 
preference for those majoring in technical or trade studies

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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

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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

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Mackenzie Brown Type 1 Diabetes Scholarship Fund



  • 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?"

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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.

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Mary Smalley Memorial Scholarship Fund



  • Graduate of Portsmouth West High School
  • Major in visual, music, or performing arts. 

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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
Must complete essay "Describe your involvement in 4H and explain how it has influenced your development."

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Michael D. Pinson Memorial Scholarship - full list of scholarships



  • Graduating Senior from Minford HS
  • Must be enrolled at Shawnee State University
  • Active in 4-H
  • 3.0 GPA or above
Must complete essay "Describe your involvement in 4H and explain how it has influenced your development."

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Michael D. Pinson Memorial Scholarship - Top Picks



  • Graduating Senior from Minford HS
  • Must be enrolled at Shawnee State University
  • Active in 4-H
  • 3.0 GPA or above
Must complete essay "Describe your involvement in 4H and explain how it has influenced your development."

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Michael Haskins Scholarship Fund



  • Must be a graduating senior at Notre Dame
  • Must be pursuing a degree in Education or Nursing
  • Must have taken two years in spanish

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Mikaylah Belford Moore Scholarship - full list of students



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
Preference is given to to girls that participated in high school sports. 

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Mikaylah Belford Moore Scholarship - Recommendation



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
Preference is given to to girls that participated in high school sports. 

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Mikaylah Belford Moore Scholarship Fund



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
Preference is given to to girls that participated in high school sports. 

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Mike Roth Memorial Scholarship Fund



  • Graduating Senior from Wheelersburg High School
  • Preference in 4-H
  • GPA 2.5 or higher

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OSCO Industries, Inc. Scholarship copy - letters turned off



Copy of OSCO for review
 
  • 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.


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OSCO Industries, Inc. Scholarship Fund



  • 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.


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OSU Alumni Club of Scioto County



 
  • Enrolled at Ohio State University
  • Graduate of a Scioto County High School

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OSU Alumni Club of Scioto County - seniors only



 
  • Enrolled at Ohio State University
  • Graduate of a Scioto County High School

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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 

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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.

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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.

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PHS Class of 1961 Scholarship Fund - Top Choice



  • 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.

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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)

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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

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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
Preference is given to those who are pursuing a career in service consistent with promoting the beliefs of the United States Jaycees and those who have family members who are current or past members of the Portsmouth Area Jaycees.
 

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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

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Ralph & Louise Arrick Scholarship Fund



  • Graduating senior of Minford, Northwest or Valley High School, Scioto County, Ohio
  • 3.0 GPA or above

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Richard & Ruth Cooper Reutinger Scholarship Fund



  • Graduating seniors of Portsmouth High School, Scioto County, Ohio

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Richard Wolbert Memorial Scholarship Fund (Music only)



Two scholarship awards are given.

        First scholarship:
  • Graduating senior from a Scioto County high school
  • Planning to major in Music or Theatre

       

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Richard Wolbert Memorial Scholarship Fund (Vo-tech only)



Two scholarship awards are given. 

        Second 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.”

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Robert & Margaret Moore Scholarship



Scholarship Criteria:
  • A graduate of a Scioto County High School
  • Enrolled at the Ohio State University
Preference is given to children of Ohio State University Alumni
May be renewed if the student is in good standing 

 

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Robert & Margaret Moore Scholarship - HS Seniors only



Scholarship Criteria:
  • A graduate of a Scioto County High School
  • Enrolled at the Ohio State University
Preference given to children of Ohio State University Alumni
May be renewed if the student is in good standing 

 

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Rocky E. Dunkin Memorial Fund - New Boston



  • Graduating Senior from New Boston High School
  • Obtain one or more sports letter
  • 3.0 GPA

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Rocky E. Dunkin Memorial Fund - Washington-Nile



  • Graduating Senior from West Portsmouth High School 
  • Obtain one or more sports letter
  • 3.0 GPA

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Ron & Nancy Chapman Scholarship Fund



  • 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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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 Fund



  • Graduate of a Scioto County, Ohio high school
  • Enrolled in medical school
Scholarship will be split equally among eligible students

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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 Fund



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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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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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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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: 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
Priority is given to students who show superior motivation, community service, school activities, self-help, employment, and talent
 

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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
can be renewable

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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
Scholarship shall be selected based on applicant's goals, potential for success, financial need, record of school and or community service, participation in school extracurricular activities with a preference in basketball. Student will be interviewed by the board. 
 

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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
renewable

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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
renewable

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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"
In the reference letter from either the teacher or community leader, the recommender must discuss good character and work ethic. 
 

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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 Ralph Salyers Legacy Scholarship Fund



  • 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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