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Scholarship Suggestions:Name Description How to Apply Amount: Deadline

Abbott & Fenner Business Consultants Open to all high school juniors and seniors

http://www.abbottandfenner.com/scholarships.htm $1,000.00 June 12th

Ad Club of Western Mass

Awarded to one or more deserving students from western Mass. Intent upon carving out a career in advertising, communications, marketing, or graphic arts industries. See Guidance $1,000.00 2/25/2017

Aero Club of New EnglandOpen to New Egland high school students interested in an aviation career.

http://www.acone.org/scholarships $500.00-$5,000.00

Varies-See website

AES EngineersOpen to seniors on the basis of character, determined by essay responses.

http://www.aesengineers.com/scholarships.htm $500.00 10/6/2016

AFS Global Leaders ScholarshipScholarship for students planning to study abroad

http://www.afsusa.org/study-abroad/scholarships/ Varies

Varies-See website

Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc

Encompasses 3 scholarships that are open to college bound African american & Hispanic male high school seniors residing in western Mass.

http://springfieldalphas.sharepoint.com/Pages/Scholarship.aspx $1,000.00 each

*Not yet updated for 2016-17

American Chemical Society Scholars Award

Open to underrepresented minority students who want to enter fields of chmistry or chemistry related fields.

http://www.acs.org/content/acs/en/funding-and-awards/scholarships/acsscholars/generalinformation.html up tp $5,000.00 TBD

American Foundation for the Blind Open to seniors who are legally blind

https://www.afb.org/info/afb-2014-scholarship-application/5 TBD 6/1/2017

*Not yet updated for 2016

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American Foreign Service Assoc. National High School Essay Contest

Open to all HS students whose parents are NOT in the Foreign Service. Application consists of an essay of assigned topic.

http://www.afsa.org/afsa-scholarships

$2,500 plus paid trip to Washington DC

Available 11/18/2016

American Ground Water Trust

3 scholarships available for seniors interested in pursuing a career in ground water related field

http://www.agwt.org/content/scholarships $1,500-$2,000 6/1/2017

American Legion Oratorical Contest See website for detailshttp://post124.org/index.php?id=42 1/21/2017

American Legion School Award Medal Program

Recognition to students who represent qualities of citizenship and true Americanism see guidance Varies 12/31/2016

American Medical Technologists

Open to students intending to pursue a career in one of the disciplines certified by the American Medical Technologists

http://www.americanmedtech.org/Schools/ScholarshipsAwards.aspx $500 4/1/2017

Ann & tony Odierna Community Service Award for Students

Students in Hampden County of Western MA are aligible based on community service

see guidance and tonyhockey.com (click on "community service award") $2,000

Anne Ford & Allegra Ford Thomas Scholarship

Open to HS seniors with documented learning disabilities who are pursuing undergraduate degrees

http://www.ncld.org/about-us/learning-disability-scholarships-awards/anne-ford-allegra-ford-scholarships $2,500

Aspiring Fashion Professional" Scholarship

Awarded to students that are interested in pursuing a fashion degree at an accredited post-secondary school or college

http://www.fashion-schools.org/aspiring-fashion-professional-scholarship-program $1,000 6/1/2017

"Aspiring Animation Professional" Scholarship Program

This will be awarded to students that are interested in pursuing an animation career path at an accredited post-secondary school or college

http://www.animationcareerreview.com/ $1,000 varies

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Aspiring Nurse Scholarship

This scholarship competition is open to all high school seniors who plan to pursue college education in nursing, including LPN / LVN, ADN, and BSN programs.

www.nursingschoolsalmanac.com $1,000 varies

Asthma & Allergy Foundation of America Schoalrship

Open to HS seniors who live in NE, who have asthma or significant allergies, who plan to beging higher education after HS & who have attained a level of excellence in academic and/or activities.extracurricular

http://asthmaandallergies.org/ TBD See website

Asthma & Allergies Scholarships/Health Concern Scholarships

Assorted schoalrships for students with allergies &/or asthma as well as other health concerns

http://www.collegescholarships.org/health/allergy-students.htm Varies See website

AXA Achievement Award

Open to HS seniors who have demonstrated outstanding non-academic achievement

https://us.axa.com/axa-foundation/about.html Varies See website

B. Davis ScholarshipAvailable to all HS juniors & seniors (non academic)

http://www.studentawardsearch.com/scholarships.htm $1,000 5/22/2017

Barbara Lotze Scholarships for Future Teachers

Open to HS seniors enrolled, or planning to enroll in physics teacher prep curriculua

http://www.aapt.org/programs/grants/lotze.cfm up to $2,000 varies

BBG Communications Scholarship

Have 2.5 GPA or highers and have at least one full year of post-secondary studies remaining at time of award

http://www.studentscholarships.org/scholarship/9824/bbg_communications_scholarships_scholarship.php $500 6/30/2017

Beans for Brains

Open to seniors that know how to knit, crochet, and/or sew AND are attending an approved accredited institution of higher educaiton.

www.jimmybeanswool.com/scholarshipHome.asp $3,000 TBD

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Berkshire Bank Foundation Scholarship

Open to HS seniors who have been involved in volunteer activities in the community

www.berkshirebank.com/scholarships $1,500

Available January 2017

Berkshire Woodworkers Guild

Applicants from berkshire county or surrounding area who seek to make woodworking, architecture, or related fields their professional goals

www.berkshirewoodworkers.org $500

Big Sun

Open to seniors who will be attending a post secondary institute & currently involved in some sport.

http://www.bigsunathletics.com/ $500 6/19/2017

Big E Ruby Morris 4H

Open to seniors who have been a 4H program participant at the Big E for at least one year and will be attending a 2 or 4 year institution

http://www.thebige.com/competitions/scholarships/ $500 Varies

Big Y Scholarship

Open to students who reside in Western MA who are planning to further their education. Scholarships are based on academic merit & achievement.

www.bigy.com/Community/Scholarships Varies 2/1/2017

Boston Beanstalks ScholarshipOpen to students with a certain height requirement. Essay required.

http://www.hubtall.org/Scholarship/ $500 See website

Buick Achievers Scholarship

Open to seniors who plan to major in a field of study that focuses on engineering, technology, design, or business with an interest in the automotive industry. www.buickachievers.com

Burger King Scholars ProgramOpen to all eligible HS seniors & Burger King employees

https://www.scholarshipamerica.org/burgerkingscholars/information.php up to $50,000 TBD

Campus Pride Scholarships for LGBTQ community.

http://www.campuspride.org/stop-the-hate/sth-clt-scholarships/ Varies TBD

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Cappex ScholarshipsCreate a Cappex profile to be eligible to apply for many different scholarships

http://www.cappex.com/scholarships/ varies See website

Caretenders Scholarships

Be attending an accreddited college, university, trade or technical school in the fall of 2015 and submit an online application, including the essay question.

www.studentscholarships.org/available.php $500 See Website

Carl Joseph Walker-Hoover Scholarship

Awarded to outstanding high school seniors who have demonstrated efforts to combat bullying in their schools & communities

http://carljoseph.org/about-the-scholarship/ $500-$1,000 See website

Christian Herter scholarship

10th or 11th grader who displays strong academic promise but whose socioeconomic background & environmental conditions may inhibit their ability to pursue higher education

www.osfa.mass.edu/default.asp?page=herterScholarship Up to $15,000 2/1/2017

CHS Foundation Scholarships

Graduating HS senior planning to pursue an agricultural degree at college/university. Be pursuing a STEM field of study with an interest in ag.

www.studentscholarships.org/scholarship/10936/chs_foundation_scholarships_scholarship.php $1,000 4/1/2017

Citizens- Dollars for Scholars

Our mission is to expand access to undergraduate higher education for resident students of Westfield, Massachusetts, by raising funds and distributing these funds on a fair and nondiscriminatory basis.

http://csfwestfield.dollarsforscholars.org/index.php?section=chapterWebsite&action=main&fwID=1220 Varies 3/31/2017

Coca Cola Scholarship

Seniors planning to attend college next fall & have demonstrated leadership in school & commitment to community

http://www.coca-colascholarsfoundation.org/applicants/#programs $10,000-$20,000 10/26/2016

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Collegeexpress.com Register for a chance to win www.collegeexpress.com Varies

College Plus Scholarship Submit a video or written essayhttp://scholarships.collegeplus.org/instructions $3,000 TBD

College Club of Springfield

You can win a college scholarship just for attending CollegeWeekLive! Five students will win college scholarships totaling $10,000, good at any accredited institution.

http://www.collegeweeklive.com/scholarships Up to $10,000 Varies

Community Foundation of WMASS

The Community Foundation administers, through one centralized application process, approximately 100 scholarship and loan funds. Most awards are based on financial need and academic merit.

www.communityfoundation.org $500-$10,000 3/31/2017

Doodle 4 Google

K-12 students are invited to use their artistic talents to think big and redesign Google’s homepage logo.

http://www.google.com/doodle4google $15,000 TBD

Dunkin' Donuts Scholarship

Open to high school seniors. Scholarship recipients will be selected on the basisof "well-rounded" character: positive academic record, demonstrated leadership, commitment to school and community activities, and experience in a work environment.

www.dunkindonuts.com/scholarship $1,000 2/1/2017

Elks Most Valuable Student Award

Open to high school seniors that are U.S. citizens and are planning to further their education and have demonstrated scholarship, leadership, and financial need.

http://www.elks.org/enf/scholars/mvs.cfm $1,000-$15,000 11/30/2016

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Elsie Frank Scholarship

All high school seniors who have demonstrated leadership in improving their school’s climate for LGBT youth are welcome to apply.

https://www.gbpflag.org/Scholarships See website

Emily Savery Memorial Scholarship Be a Middlefield resident See GuidanceFederal Employee Education & Assistance Fund

http://www.feea.org/scholarships $500-$7000 varies

FIDM Scholarship

Students interested in fashion,visual arts, graphics, interior design and entertainment. Enter online

http://fidm.edu/en/admissions/financial+aid+scholarships?cmpid=key003 Varies Varies

Fountainhead Essay ContestOpen to juniors and seniors. Choose one of 3 topics.

http://essaycontest.aynrandnovels.com/TheFountainhead.aspx?theme=blue $50-$10,000 TBD

Francis Ouimet Scholarship

Open to students who have performed at least 2 years of golf service as caddies, or as helpers in golf professional or course superintendent operations at any golf course in MA.

http://www.ouimet.org/scholarships/application-process/ up to $1,000 TBD

Gates Millennium ScholarsScholarships offered to students of diverse backgrounds.

https://scholarships.uncf.org/Program/Details/2bfd8f53-40aa-4705-9f8b-d92d972e59df 1/1/2017

General Federation of Women's Clubs of Massachusetts Scholarships

Several scholarships open to high school students

http://www.gfwcma.org/scholarships.html Varies Varies

Get Girls Golfing Schoalrship

Female student, senior in HS, intending on playing golf as a freshman. Must be attending a 2 or 4 year college.

http://www.studentscholarships.org/scholarship/10971/get_girls_golfing_scholarship.php $1,500 5/15/2017

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Global Automotive Aftermarket Symposium

Open to vocational school students planning automotive aftermarket careers.

http://www.automotivescholarships.com/apply_online.cfm. 3/31/2017

Global Lift Equipment Scholarship

Currently attending or planning on attending post secondary institution by Fall 2015. Submit a short story. Instructions on application page. Must have a 2.5 GPA or higher.

www.usedforkliftsmassachusetts.com $500 varies

Hadden Youth Foundation Scholarship

Open to high school seniors seeking higher education. Encourages extracurricular and community activities. $2,500-4,000

Request application by Dec. 1. Application must be submitted by Jan. 15.

Hamilton Award

Open to a college bound Junior in high school, has a strong record of community service and a strong commitment to their academic studies.

http://www.hamiltonfriends.org/application.php

Selection into Hamilton Leaders Academy at no cost. TBD

Hamilton Relay Scholarship ProgramOpen to high school seniors who are Deaf, Hard of Hearing or Speech Disabled.

http://www.hamiltonrelay.com/corporate/whats_new/index.html?topic=details&ni=364 $500 TBD

Hampden County Improvement League

Recipients must be a resident of Hampden County for at least 2 years, be a good student and must show current or previous involvement in 4-H, an agricultural endeavor or be a member of a farm family.

http://www.thereminder.com/features/todaysfamily/improvementleagueo/ up to $1,000 6/1/2017

Hampton Ponds Association Scholarship

Graduating HS seniors accepted at a secondary school, college or university See Guidance 5/15/2017

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Henry David Thoreau

Students with strong academic qualifications and a commitment to Environmental Studies. Essay required.

http://www.thoreauscholar.org/ Up to $20,000 4/30/2017

Hispanic Scholarship Fund/General College Scholarships

Open to Hispanic high school seniors with a minimum 3.0 GPA and who intend to enroll in a 2 or 4 year college. http://www.hsf.net/. $1,000-5,000 varies

Holyoke Community College Foundation Scholarships www.hccscholarships.org Varies TBD

Holyoke Credit Union (Pioneer Valley Chapter and MA Credit Union League)

Open to seniors who will be enrolled in an undergraduate college degree program during in the fall. Applicant or parent/guardian must be a member with the Holyoke Credit Union. . An official transcript is needed. Once you finish the application, provide your Counselor with a stamped, self-addressed envelope so that they may mail it out. Please give them several days notice.

https://www.holyokecu.com/search-results?indexCatalogue=holyoke&searchQuery=scholarships&wordsMode=0 $500 TBD

Horace Smith Fund

The Horace Smith Fund was established to help deserving students finance their education, and is available to local students who are graduates of Hampden County, Massachusetts secondary schools. Fellowship applicants must be residents of Hampden County or qualified former residents. www.HoraceSmithFund.org 2/17/2017

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Horatio Alger Scholarship

Open to seniors who demonstrate financial need and have exhibited integrity and perserverance in overcoming personal adversity.

https://www.horatioalger.org/scholarships $5,000-$20,000 Varies

Institute of Food Technologists

Applicants must plan to enroll in an undergraduate degree in food science at an IFT approved undergraduate food science program in the fall.

http://www.ift.org/Community/Students/Scholarships/Freshman-Scholarships.aspx $1,000 tbd

Jackie Robinson Foundation

Open to graduating minority high school students who plan to attend a four-year institution.

http://www.jackierobinson.org/apply/general-applicants.php. $7,500 Feb 15th

Janice M. Scott Memorial Scholarship

Open to seniors who will matriculate full time at a US four-year college or university and whose parents make a total income of $60,000 or less.

http://scholarshipmentor.com/janice-m-scott-memorial-scholarship. $2,500 March 31st

Junior Leauge of Greater Springfield

Open to female high school seniors in the Greater Springfield area. Candidates should have demonstrated outstanding volunteer service during high school and plan to attend a two-year or four-year college.

http://www.jlgs.org/scholarship.html $1,000 4/30/2017

Kellie Hamre Kenney ScholarshipOpen to seniors who plan to enroll in an undergraduate nursing program.

http://www.teamkellie.com/Application.html $1,000 1/1/2017

Kiwanis Club of Easthampton Scholarship

Seniors living in Easthampton, Southampton and Westhampton- See Guidance See Guidance April 1st

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Kohl's Cares Scholarship

Every year, Kohl's recognizes and rewards young volunteers (ages 6-18) across the country for their amazing contributions to their communities. An adult must nominate one for this scholarship

Nominate online @ www.kohlscorporation.com/CommunityRelations/scholarship/program-information.asp.

$50 Kohl’s gift- $10,000 March 15th

Larry Briggs Memorial Scholarship

Student who participated in Varsity Basketball at his/her high school and is attending a 4 year institution. See Guidance April 1st

Lifestyle Dentistry

Be attending college or university no later than 9/30/15. You can be enrolled in any field of study. Submit answers to essay questions which is on application page.

www.studentscholarships.org Varies Varies

Lift Part Express Scholarship

Enrolled or expected to be enrolled by Fall 2015 in college/university. Complete online application form prior to deadline.

www.forkliftpartsmassachusetts.com $500 varies

Live Out Loud Scholarship

The LIVE OUT LOUD Educational Scholarship was created to provide financial support for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer (LGBTQ) youth who are pursuing a college degree. Through this scholarship, LGBTQ youth can apply for funds to pay for educationally related expenses to pursue a degree from an accredited college, university, or technical/vocational program.

http://www.liveoutloud.info/programs/scholarship/ $5,000 March 1st

Marine Corps League Scholarship

Available to eligible students who will be attending a recognized undergraduate or technical school full time See Guidance March 1st

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Marist Technology ScholarshipsStudents interested in majoring in Computer Sci & Technology

http://www.marist.edu/admission/technologyscholarships/?type=slashtechnologyscholarships

Room & board, tuition

Mark Bavis Leadership Foundation

Available to any high school student in MA. It is awarded on the basis of need, and is not academically based. In addition, the Foundation will give more serious consideration to those students who have made efforts to make a difference in their communities and/or have shown leadership qualities within their school or community.

http://www.markbavisleadershipfoundation.org/?page_id=11 $1,000-$5,000 Feb 15th

MASC Past Presidents' Scholarship (MA Assoc. of School Committees)

Open to seniors that demonstrate outstanding scholarship, service to the school district and are a relative of a current or former school committee member. A statement must be attached to the application that explains how you, as the candidate, demonstrates scholarship, leadership, service to the school, community or public and/or outstanding achievement. School Committee members may submit the application and statement on the student’s behalf.

http://www.masc.org/component/finder/search?q=scholarships&Itemid=141 April 1st

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Massachusetts Arborists Association

Applicants must be incoming students enrolling full time in the four-year Urban Forestry program at UMass, or in the two-year Arboriculture and Park Management program at UMass Stockbridge School of Agriculture. See Guidance $2,500 June 1st

Massachusetts Flower Growers’ Association

Open to seniors majoring in floriculture, horticulture, or related agricultural sciences in the fall

http://www.massflowergrowers.com/about-us/mfga-scholarship/ $1,000 renewable May 15th

MA Restaurant Association/National Restaurant Association Education Foundation Scholarship

Open to high school seniors planning to continue their education in a culinary arts or restaurant/food service management program at the college level.

http://www.themassrest.org/mra-scholarship-application.html up to $2,000 April 10th

Matthews Massachusetts Memorial Fund For a senior male See Guidance March 31st

Mensa Education and Research Foundation Scholarships

Open to students planning to enroll in an accredited American Institute of post-secondary education and be a resident of the area of a participating local group of American Mensa. For the general awards, the applicant need not be a member of Mensa nor qualified for Mensa.

http://www.mensafoundation.org/what-we-do/scholarships/. $300-$1,000 Jan. 15th

Mike Rowe Scholarship

The mrWF/MTI Scholarship program awards a select number of graduating high school seniors with a 100 percent tuition-free scholarship for one of MTI’s workforce training programs in a number of mechanical trade and allied health fields.

http://profoundlydisconnected.com/the-mikeroweworks-foundation-scholarship-opportunities/ Tuition TBD

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Military Friends Patriot Scholar

Open to high school seniors with a parent/step-parent/guardian who has been activated overseas in the MA National Guard or Reserve components since Sept. 11, 2011.

http://www.militaryfriends.org/?page_id=145. $1,000 TBD

National Multiple Sclerosis Society

Open to high school students who have MS or who have a parent with MS, plan to attend a post-secondary school for at least 6 credit hours and reside in MA.

https://www.scholarsapply.org/mssociety/ $1,000-$3,000 Jan 15th

Navy League Foundation’s Scholarship

Be a dependent or direct descendant of an active, reserve, retired or honorably discharged member of the U.S. Navy, Coast Guard, U.S.--Flag Merchant Marine, Marine Corps or U.S. Naval Sea Cadet Corps.

http://navyleague.org/aboutus/scholarship.html

$2,500 (4 yr. renewable) TBD

New England Counselors of Color Bridging Access to College(NECBAC)

They will be awarding book scholarships to eligible students of color who will be enrolling full-time in a NECBAC member institution in the fall. http://necbac.org/students/ Varies May 15th

New England Insititute of Technology

Open to Juniors and Seniors planning to attend NEIT. Five contests to choose from. Essay required. $1,000-$2,000 March 15th

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Next Generation Scholarship

To level the playing field by providing dedicated, underserved students all the advantages available to those of privilege. Next Generation Scholars offers students guidance through the entire college application process, including year round academic support, comprehensive application classes, SAT prep, financial aid counseling, as well as wrap-around social services. This program prepares students for college level coursework with college level expectations.

http://www.nextgenerationscholars.org/joomla/how-to-apply

NextStepUEnter to win free college tuition up to $10,000.

http://www.nextstepu.com/. up to $10,000 Varies

NFIB Young Entrepreneur Award

Open to seniors who own and operate their own small business and must enroll at a two year or four year university, college or vocational/technical institute for the fall.

http://www.nfib.com/foundations/yef/yef-programs/young-entrepreneur-awards/ $1,000-$10,000 12/18/2016

NOHO Pride

Open to seniors that have financial need. Seniors must compose a 500 word or less essay describing how they plan to be a positive role model in the LGBT community.

https://www.scholarships.com/financial-aid/college-scholarships/lgbtq-scholarships/noho-pride-scholarship/ $500 varies

Odenza Marketing Group Scholarship

Students with a 2.5 GPA or higher with at least one full year of post secondary studies reminaing.

www.studentscholarships.org/scholarship/9919/odenza_marketing_group_scholarship_scholarship.php 9/30/2016

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Orange Scholars

Applicant must be the dependent of a full or part time hourly associate of the HOME DEPOT and its subsidiaries. Applicant must be a senior in high school and be planning on attneding a two or four year college/university.

https://aim.applyists.net/orangescholars $2500/each 1/18/2017

Out to Protect Scholarship

Identify as gay.lesbian, bisexual or transgender. Be enrolled in current law enforcement program, be positive role model and demonstrate ability to be able to graduate from law enforcement program.

http://www.outtoprotect.org/scholarship-information/ $500-$,1000 11/25/2016

Peter Pasula Study Habits Scholarship

Be enrolled at a post-secondary institution by fall 2015 that is 2 years or longer. Asnwer esay questions on website online application.

www.mortgagebrokersburnaby.com $500 April 1st

PFLAG Flag Football Scholarshiphttps://www.gbpflag.org/Scholarships $2,500 TBD

Princeton Prize in Race Relations

Recognizes high school age students who are helping improve race relations in their schools or communities.

http://www.princeton.edu/pprize/application/ up to $1,000 1/31/2017

Professional Women in Construction

Applicants must be enrolled in or entering a 2 or 4 year college undergraduate program of study a construction related discipline. Available in Guidance TBA March 1st

Prospective Educator Scholarship

Open to seniors majoring in education who are members of a Future Education Association chapter or are the child or grandchild of a Kappan in good standing.

http://pdkintl.org/programs-resources/scholarships-awards/prospective-educator-scholarships/ varies TBD

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Prudential Spirit of Community Awards

Any student who has demonstrated outstanding community service in the past year.

http://spirit.prudential.com/media/managed/instructions_88882.pdf TBD

PVO Scholarship

Graduating seniors to further education or assist them as they go into the work force See Guidance Varies 5/1/2017

Rachel Butterworth Dietz Scholarship

This scholarship is offered by the Boston Flower Exchange and was established to promote, encourage and develop the world of floriculture.

https://www.scholarships.com/financial-aid/college-scholarships/scholarships-by-state/massachusetts-scholarships/rachel-butterworth-dietz-scholarship/ $5,000 TBD

Ray Greenley Scholarship

Open to all eligible U.S. college students, the Ray Greenly Scholarship offers scholarships up to $25,000 to students pursuing a degree in fields most relevant to digital retail – such as engineering, computer science, marketing, business and e-commerce – and provides select students with the opportunity to attend the Shop.org Summit.

https://nrf.com/career-center/scholarships/ray-greenly-scholarship up to $25,000 May 15th

Rebekah Assembly of Mass.Independent Order of Odd Fellows See Guidance March 15th

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Red Pine Scholarship

Any student who is planning on attending a competitive 4 year college in the fall,coming from a low to middle income family, with a strong academic records or who has shown significant improvement over time.

http://www.tpi.org/scholarship/red-pine-scholars-program TBA 2/15/2017

Ronald McDonald House Charities Scholarships

Offers 4 scholarships one of which is open to any graduating high school senior regardless of race or ethnicity. The other three are open to students of Asian-Pacific heritage, Hispanic/Latino heritage and African American or Black heritage.

http://www.rmhc.org/rmhc-us-scholarships minimum of $1,000 June 30th

Ron Brown Scholar Program

Open to African American high school seniors who have made significant contributions to society.

https://www.ronbrown.org/section/apply/program-description $10,000 annually Jan 9th

SAE Engineering Scholarships

Various engineering scholarships for college bound seniors who intend to enroll in an accredited program. GPA and SAT/ACT scores must meet certain requirements for each of the different scholarships.

http://students.sae.org/scholarships/ varies Varies

SALT Money Scholarships

Find awards you qualify based on your hobbies, interests, academic background, and more with the scholarship search engine.

https://www.saltmoney.org/content/media/Tool/Scholarship-Search/_/R-101-7416 varies Varies

Shaw-Worth Memorial Scholarship

Open to high school seniors who have made a meaningful contribution to animal protection over a significant period of time.

http://www.humanesociety.org/parents_educators/teens/shaw_worth_scholarship.html $2,500 3/25/2017

SHIRE ADHD ScholarshipOpen to seniors who have an ADHD diagnosis.

http://www.shireadhdscholarship.com/US/defaultwinners.aspx $2,000 TBD

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Simon Youth Community Scholarship Details online www.syf.org TBD

SMEEF Scholarship For Manufacturing Studentshttp://www.smeef.org/scholarships/highschool.asp Varies TBD

Society of Women Engineers

The SWE Scholarship Program provides financial assistance to women admitted to accredited baccalaureate or graduate programs, in preparation for careers in engineering, engineering technology and computer science.

https://scholarships.swe.org/applications/login.asp $1,000-$20,000 2/15/2017

SP $10,000 Scholarship* MULTIPLE SCHOLARSHIPS for students enrolled or will enroll in college/university

www.studentscholarship.or/SP_Scholarship_Program.php $10,000 March 31st

Springfield Council of Jewish Women Scholarships:

Open to high school seniors regardless of race, religion or gender.

http://jefwesternmass.org/?pageID=1007#SCHOLARSHIP varies TBD

Stephen Phillips Scholarship

Open to seniors with financial need who display academic excellence, a commitment to serving others, a strong work ethic, and leadership qualities.

http://phillips-scholarship.org/new-applicants/ $3,000-$15,000

Part 1: Apr. 15; Part 2: Apr. 30 Form given to School Counselor; Complete application submitted: May 1

Steven M. Crum Memorial Scholarship

Applicant must be a WVTHS Manufacturing student

See Guidance for application

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Stuck at Prom Duct Tape Scholarship

The Stuck at Prom® Scholarship Contest challenges students to create and accessorize their prom outfits with duct tape, then wear them to prom for a chance to win scholarship cash prizes. Students must be 14 and over.

http://www.duckbrand.com/promotions/stuck-at-prom/ $500-$5,000 6/1/2016

Students with DisabilitiesTONS of scholarships/links for students with disabilities https://www.medicalgoods.c Varies See website

http://www.schoolsoup.com/Varies See websitehttp://www.collegeacademic Varies See website

Student-View Scholarship Program

Open to high school seniors who plan to attend a four-year college, community/junior college or career school.

http://www.student-view.com/ScholarshipWmap.html $500-$4,000 TBD

The Anne Ford and Allegra Ford Scholarship Award

Open to high school seniors with documented learning disabilities (LD) who are pursuing undergraduate degrees.

http://www.ncld.org/images/stories/AboutUs/Scholarships-Awards/AnneFord/applications/AnneFord2014.pdf $10,000

The College Club of Springfield

Open to female seniors accepted by a four-year college and whose family income does not exceed $85,000.

http://www.bgclubspringfield.org/programs/college-scholarships/ $1500 renewable May 1st

The Engineering Center’s New England Scholarship

Open to seniors planning to attend an engineering program or pre-engineering program in college. Applicants must show involvement outside of the regular classroom curriculum with activities that relate to engineering.

http://www.engineers.org/index.cfm/page/Scholarship-/pid/10724 $5,000 Varies

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The Gallery Collection’s Greeting Card Scholarship Contest

If you are a high school student with fine arts, graphic design or photography, this is an amazing opportunity for you. Create the artwork for the front cover of a greeting card.

http://www.gallerycollection.com/greeting-cards-scholarship.htm $10,000 5/1/2017

The Maureen L. & Howard N. Blitman Scholarship

Open to high school seniors from an ethnic minority who has been accepted into an ABET-accredited engineering program at a four-year college/university.

http://www.nspe.org/resources/students/scholarships/maureen-l-howard-n-blitman-pe-scholarship-promote-diversity $2,500 March 1st

The National Italian American Foundation Scholarship Program

Open to high school seniors who have at least one ancestor who has immigrated from Italy. Available Nov. 1

http://www.niaf.org/programs/scholarships/ $2,000-$12,000 TBD

United Negro College Fund A variety of scholarships offered. https://scholarships.uncf.org/Varies Varies

Valley Press ClubOpen to students intending to pursue a career in journalism.

http://valleypressclub.com/Scholarships.html $1,000 April 1st

Vegetarian Resource Group

Open to seniors who have promoted vegetarianism in their schools and/or communities.

http://www.vrg.org/student/scholar.htm $5,000-$10,000 2/20/2017

Visionary Scholarship Program Open to high school students.

http://www.americancollegefoundation.org/college_planning/visionary_scholarship_terms.aspx $1,000-$5,000 5/1/2017

Walter S. Barr

Open to seniors. The awards are given based on school records, college entrance exams, general accomplishments, recommendations and financial needs.

http://www.horacesmithfund.org/ $2, 500 per yr. Feb 1st

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Warrior Thunder Foundation

Our nonprofit, the Warrior Thunder Foundation, a 501(c)(3), is proud to offer children of Veterans in New England, two different scholarships for college.

http://www.warriorthunderfoundation.org/wtfi-scholarships.html Varies See website

Washington Crossing FoundationOpen to seniors planning careers in government service. Essay required. www.gwcf.org $500-$5,000 1/15/2017

Wendy’s High School Heisman www.wendyshighschoolheisman.com Varies 10/4/2016

Westfield Dollars for ScholarsClick on "Students & Parents" tab for information, application process

http://csfwestfield.dollarsforscholars.org 3/15/2017

Westfield Post 124 American Legion Scholarship

Open to high school seniors accepted to a college, university, or accredited post secondary school. Parent or guardian of student must be in good standing or a deceased member of American Legion Post 124.

http://post124.org/content.php?id=8 $500 TBD

Westfield River Valley Detachment 141 Marine Corps League

Open to children, grandchildren, great grandchildren or siblings of a U.S Marine, or FMF Navy Corpsman, who has received an Honorable or Medical Discharge, or was killed while serving in the U.S. Marine Corps; with an affiliation to the Westfield River Valley Marine Corps League, Detachment 141. Also available in Guidance

http://www.mclwrv141.com/New_Scholarship_App.pdf April 1st

William B. Menard Memorial Scholarhips

Current HS seniors through college juniors entering or continuing at a 4 year college/university, with home address in MA or CT, interested in studying golf management and/or pursuing a career in the golf industry Available in Guidance $1,000-$2,000 May 15th

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Women's Golf Association of Massachusetts Scholarship

In order to apply, applicants must be a female high school senior who is one of the following: WGAM member, daughter/granddaughter of a WGAM member or an individual with an interest in golf.

http://www.wgam.org/scholarships/ Up to $1,000 Varies

Yawkey Foundation Scholarship Low income students entering a private college

http://www.tpi.org/scholarship/yawkey-scholars-program See website

Young Arts Open to seniors in the performing, literary www.nfaa.org varies varies

Youth Foundation

Open to seniors, who are United States citizens, seeking higher education at accredited four-year United States colleges or universities. Applicants must show a 3.5+ or better grade average, should document financial need and participate in extra-curricular and community activities.

http://fdnweb.org/youthfdn/ $2,500-$4,000 TBD

Zinch.com Scholarships

Connects you directly with universities and provides several fun ways to get some dollars in your pocket for school: Create a Zinch profile to be discovered by admission officers from 800+ universities nation wide, get matched to $2 billion dollars in scholarships and apply for Zinch's very own, Weekly Three-sentence $1,000 Scholarship.

http://www.zinch.com/scholarships Varies Varies

Zumper Scholarship

Any legal U.S. resident in high school or college who will be attending an accredited university or college is eligible to apply.

https://www.zumper.com/apartments-scholarship $1,000.00 April 15th

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Other Scholarship Sources:www.scholarship.com www.fastweb.com www.finaid.com

www.collegeboard.org www.nebhe.org/tuitionbreakwww.wisechoice.com/schoalrshipsandgrants

www.tuiitioncoach.com www.careersandcolleges.comwww.discusawards.com www.studentscholarships.orghttp://invent.org/collegiate-inventors-competition/

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Aero Club of New England

Open to New Egland high school students interested in an aviation career.

http://www.acone.org/scholarships $500.00-$5,000.00

American Medical Technologists

Open to students intending to pursue a career in one of the disciplines certified by the American Medical Technologists

http://www.americanmedtech.org/Schools/ScholarshipsAwards.aspx $500

Buick Achievers Scholarship

Open to seniors who plan to major in a field of study that focuses on engineering, technology, design, or business with an interest in the automotive industry.

www.buickachievers.com

Mike Rowe Scholarship

The mrWF/MTI Scholarship program awards a select number of graduating high school seniors with a 100 percent tuition-free scholarship for one of MTI’s workforce training programs in a number of mechanical trade and allied health fields.

http://profoundlydisconnected.com/the-mikeroweworks-foundation-scholarship-opportunities/ Tuition

New England Insititute of Technology

Open to Juniors and Seniors planning to attend NEIT. Five contests to choose from. Essay required. $1,000-$2,000

SMEEF Scholarship For Manufacturing Students

http://www.smeef.org/scholarships/highschool.asp Varies

Society of Women Engineers

The SWE Scholarship Program provides financial assistance to women admitted to accredited baccalaureate or graduate programs, in preparation for careers in engineering, engineering technology and computer science.

https://scholarships.swe.org/applications/login.asp $1,000-$20,000

Steven M. Crum Memorial Scholarship

Applicant must be a WVTHS Manufacturing student

See Guidance for application

Stuck at Prom Duct Tape Scholarship

The Stuck at Prom® Scholarship Contest challenges students to create and accessorize their prom outfits with duct tape, then wear them to prom for a chance to win scholarship cash prizes. Students must be 14 and over.

http://www.duckbrand.com/promotions/stuck-at-prom/ $500-$5,000

The Engineering Center’s New England Scholarship

Open to seniors planning to attend an engineering program or pre-engineering program in college. Applicants must show involvement outside of the regular classroom curriculum with activities that relate to engineering.

http://www.engineers.org/index.cfm/page/Scholarship-/pid/10724 $5,000

SAE Engineering Scholarships

Various engineering scholarships for college bound seniors who intend to enroll in an accredited program. GPA and SAT/ACT scores must meet certain requirements for each of the different scholarships.

http://students.sae.org/scholarships/ varies

The Maureen L. & Howard N. Blitman Scholarship

Open to high school seniors from an ethnic minority who has been accepted into an ABET-accredited engineering program at a four-year college/university.

http://www.nspe.org/resources/students/scholarships/maureen-l-howard-n-blitman-pe-scholarship-promote-diversity $2,500

Horticulture

American Ground Water Trust

3 scholarships available for seniors interested in pursuing a career in ground water related field

http://www.agwt.org/content/scholarships $1,500-$2,000

Hampden County Improvement League

Recipients must be a resident of Hampden County for at least 2 years, be a good student and must show current or previous involvement in 4-H, an agricultural endeavor or be a member of a farm family.

http://www.thereminder.com/features/todaysfamily/improvementleagueo/ up to $1,000

Henry David Thoreau

Students with strong academic qualifications and a commitment to Environmental Studies. Essay required.

http://www.thoreauscholar.org/ Up to $20,000

Massachusetts Flower Growers’ Association

Open to seniors majoring in floriculture, horticulture, or related agricultural sciences in the fall

http://www.massflowergrowers.com/about-us/mfga-scholarship/

$1,000 renewable

Rachel Butterworth Dietz Scholarship

This scholarship is offered by the Boston Flower Exchange and was established to promote, encourage and develop the world of floriculture.

https://www.scholarships.com/financial-aid/college-scholarships/scholarships-by-state/massachusetts-scholarships/rachel-butterworth-dietz-scholarship/ $5,000

Shaw-Worth Memorial Scholarship

Open to high school seniors who have made a meaningful contribution to animal protection over a significant period of time.

http://www.humanesociety.org/parents_educators/teens/shaw_worth_scholarship.html $2,500

Culinary

Institute of Food Technologists

Applicants must plan to enroll in an undergraduate degree in food science at an IFT approved undergraduate food science program in the fall.

http://www.ift.org/Community/Students/Scholarships/Freshman-Scholarships.aspx $1,000

MA Restaurant Association/National Restaurant Association Education Foundation Scholarship

Open to high school seniors planning to continue their education in a culinary arts or restaurant/food service management program at the college level.

http://www.massrestaurantassoc.org/MRA/Education/Scholarships/MRA/Education___Training/Scholarships_.aspx?hkey=28d25b97-3e96-436c-af44-159ac1579a32

up to $2,000

Auto Tech/Collision

Aero Club of New EnglandOpen to New Egland high school students interested in an aviation career.

http://www.acone.org/scholarships 0-$5,000.00

AES EngineersOpen to seniors on the basis of character, determined by essay responses.

http://www.aesengineers.com/scholarships.htm $500.00

Buick Achievers Scholarship

Open to seniors who plan to major in a field of study that focuses on engineering, technology, design, or business with an interest in the automotive industry. www.buickachievers.com

Global Automotive Aftermarket Symposium

Open to vocational school students planning automotive aftermarket careers.

http://www.automotivescholarships.com/apply_online.cfm.

SAE Engineering Scholarships

Various engineering scholarships for college bound seniors who intend to enroll in an accredited program. GPA and SAT/ACT scores must meet certain requirements for each of the different scholarships.

http://students.sae.org/scholarships/ varies

Society of Women Engineers

The SWE Scholarship Program provides financial assistance to women admitted to accredited baccalaureate or graduate programs, in preparation for careers in engineering, engineering technology and computer science.

https://scholarships.swe.org/applications/login.asp

$1,000-$20,000

The Engineering Center’s New England Scholarship

Open to seniors planning to attend an engineering program or pre-engineering program in college. Applicants must show involvement outside of the regular classroom curriculum with activities that relate to engineering.

http://www.engineers.org/index.cfm/page/Scholarship-/pid/10724 $5,000

The Maureen L. & Howard N. Blitman Scholarship

Open to high school seniors from an ethnic minority who has been accepted into an ABET-accredited engineering program at a four-year college/university.

http://www.nspe.org/resources/students/scholarships/maureen-l-howard-n-blitman-pe-scholarship-promote-diversity $2,500

Buick Achievers Scholarship

major in a field of study that focuses on engineering, technology, design, or business with an interest in www.buickachievers.com

Doodle 4 Google

K-12 students are invited to use their artistic talents to think big and redesign Google’s homepage logo.

http://www.google.com/doodle4google $15,000

FIDM Scholarship

Students interested in fashion,visual arts, graphics, interior design and entertainment. Enter online fidm.edu/go/fidmscholarships Varies

The Gallery Collection’s Greeting Card Scholarship Contest

If you are a high school student with fine arts, graphic design or photography, this is an amazing opportunity for you. Create the artwork for the front cover of a greeting card.

http://www.gallerycollection.com/greeting-cards-scholarship.htm $10,000

Buick Achievers Scholarship

Open to seniors who plan to major in a field of study that focuses on engineering, technology, design, or business with an interest in the automotive industry. www.buickachievers.com

Doodle 4 Google

K-12 students are invited to use their artistic talents to think big and redesign Google’s homepage logo.

http://www.google.com/doodle4google $15,000

NFIB Young Entrepreneur Award

Open to seniors who own and operate their own small business and must enroll at a two year or four year university, college or vocational/technical institute for the fall.

http://www.nfib.com/foundations/yef/yef-programs/young-entrepreneur-awards/ $1,000-$10,000

American Medical Technologists

Open to students intending to pursue a career in one of the disciplines certified by the American Medical Technologists

http://www.americanmedtech.org/Schools/ScholarshipsAwards.aspx $500

Kellie Hamre Kenney Scholarship

Open to seniors who plan to enroll in an undergraduate nursing program.

http://www.teamkellie.com/Application.html $1,000

Electrical

Aero Club of New England

Open to New Egland high school students interested in an aviation career.

http://www.acone.org/scholarships 0-$5,000.00

Buick Achievers Scholarship

Open to seniors who plan to major in a field of study that focuses on engineering, technology, design, or business with an interest in the automotive industry. www.buickachievers.com

SAE Engineering Scholarships

Various engineering scholarships for college bound seniors who intend to enroll in an accredited program. GPA and SAT/ACT scores must meet certain requirements for each of the different scholarships.

http://students.sae.org/scholarships/ varies

Society of Women Engineers

The SWE Scholarship Program provides financial assistance to women admitted to accredited baccalaureate or graduate programs, in preparation for careers in engineering, engineering technology and computer science.

https://scholarships.swe.org/applications/login.asp

$1,000-$20,000

The Engineering Center’s New England Scholarship

Open to seniors planning to attend an engineering program or pre-engineering program in college. Applicants must show involvement outside of the regular classroom curriculum with activities that relate to engineering.

http://www.engineers.org/index.cfm/page/Scholarship-/pid/10724 $5,000

The Maureen L. & Howard N. Blitman Scholarship

Open to high school seniors from an ethnic minority who has been accepted into an ABET-accredited engineering program at a four-year college/university.

http://www.nspe.org/resources/students/scholarships/maureen-l-howard-n-blitman-pe-scholarship-promote-diversity $2,500

Aero Club of New England

Open to New Egland high school students interested in an aviation career.

http://www.acone.org/scholarships 0-$5,000.00

Buick Achievers Scholarship

Open to seniors who plan to major in a field of study that focuses on engineering, technology, design, or business with an interest in the automotive industry. www.buickachievers.com

SAE Engineering Scholarships

Various engineering scholarships for college bound seniors who intend to enroll in an accredited program. GPA and SAT/ACT scores must meet certain requirements for each of the different scholarships.

http://students.sae.org/scholarships/ varies

Society of Women Engineers

The SWE Scholarship Program provides financial assistance to women admitted to accredited baccalaureate or graduate programs, in preparation for careers in engineering, engineering technology and computer science.

https://scholarships.swe.org/applications/login.asp

$1,000-$20,000

The Engineering Center’s New England Scholarship

Open to seniors planning to attend an engineering program or pre-engineering program in college. Applicants must show involvement outside of the regular classroom curriculum with activities that relate to engineering.

http://www.engineers.org/index.cfm/page/Scholarship-/pid/10724 $5,000

The Maureen L. & Howard N. Blitman Scholarship

Open to high school seniors from an ethnic minority who has been accepted into an ABET-accredited engineering program at a four-year college/university.

http://www.nspe.org/resources/students/scholarships/maureen-l-howard-n-blitman-pe-scholarship-promote-diversity $2,500

Aero Club of New England

Open to New Egland high school students interested in an aviation career.

http://www.acone.org/scholarships 0-$5,000.00

Buick Achievers Scholarship

Open to seniors who plan to major in a field of study that focuses on engineering, technology, design, or business with an interest in the automotive industry. www.buickachievers.com

Doodle 4 Google

K-12 students are invited to use their artistic talents to think big and redesign Google’s homepage logo.

http://www.google.com/doodle4google $15,000

FIDM Scholarship

Students interested in fashion,visual arts, graphics, interior design and entertainment. Enter online

fidm.edu/go/fidmscholarships Varies

Society of Women Engineers

The SWE Scholarship Program provides financial assistance to women admitted to accredited baccalaureate or graduate programs, in preparation for careers in engineering, engineering technology and computer science.

https://scholarships.swe.org/applications/login.asp

$1,000-$20,000

The Gallery Collection’s Greeting Card Scholarship Contest

If you are a high school student with fine arts, graphic design or photography, this is an amazing opportunity for you. Create the artwork for the front cover of a greeting card.

http://www.gallerycollection.com/greeting-cards-scholarship.htm $10,000

The Engineering Center’s New England Scholarship

Open to seniors planning to attend an engineering program or pre-engineering program in college. Applicants must show involvement outside of the regular classroom curriculum with activities that relate to engineering.

http://www.engineers.org/index.cfm/page/Scholarship-/pid/10724 $5,000

The Maureen L. & Howard N. Blitman Scholarship

Open to high school seniors from an ethnic minority who has been accepted into an ABET-accredited engineering program at a four-year college/university.

http://www.nspe.org/resources/students/scholarships/maureen-l-howard-n-blitman-pe-scholarship-promote-diversity $2,500