In addition to the scholarship website resources listed above, this list below focuses on scholarships opportunities our District feels are among the best opportunities for Wahkiakum High School students.
We'll be updating this list regularly... so keep checking back!
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| 2023-2024 Deadlines | |||||
| September 2023-June 30, 2024 | College Bound Scholarship Students If you're a junior or senior, it's time to start thinking about college. As a College Bound Scholarship student, it's important to understand the financial aid process—what forms you need to complete and what deadlines you need to meet, in order to access the Scholarship. |
Know a 7th or 8th Grader? College Bound Scholarships: Learn More and Apply by June 30 Here are a few links to help you get started and stay on track: General Info About the Sign-Up Process Tips for Juniors Tips for Seniors Questions? Stop by Mrs. Freeman's Office |
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| March 15, 2024 | Horatio Alger Scholarship Programs Each year, this organization awards a number of scholarships at the state and national level (ranging from $6,000 to $25,000) to US high school seniors with a minimum 2.0 GPA, who require financial assistance to attend a college, and display integrity and perseverance in overcoming adversity. |
Horatio Alger Scholarship: More Info and How to Apply |
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Step 1: October 28, 2023- Counselor Nomination Deadline Step 2: November 18, 2023 - Student Application Deadline |
WSU Regents Scholars Program The WSU Regents Scholars Program recognizes Washington's best HS students for their hard work and academic accomplishments. HS educators and administrators are invited to nominate their two most gifted seniors for the Regents Scholar Program. All eligible nominees will receive a four-year Regents Program scholarship and have the opportunity to compete for a Distinguished Regents Scholar Award. |
How the WSU Regents Scholars Application Process Works Step 1 by October 28, 2023: If you are interested, contact Marc Niemeyer, the WHS College and Career Specialist, ASAP. |
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| Oct 2, 2023 | Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation Through several scholarship programs, Coca-Cola supports more than 1,400 college students each year with a variety of award levels. More specifically, 150 Coca-Cola Scholars are selected each year to receive a $20,000 scholarship. |
Coca-Cola Scholars: More Info and How to Apply These are achievement-based scholarships awarded to graduating HS seniors each year. Students are recognized for their capacity to lead and serve, and their commitment to making a significant impact on their schools and communities. |
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| Nov 13, 2023 | Elks Most Valuable Student Scholarship Awards 500 four-year scholarships (ranging from $1,000 - $12,500 per year) to the highest-rated applicants each year. |
Elks Scholarship: More Info and How to Apply |
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| Nov 30, 2023 | The Leadership 1000 Scholarship is available through the College Success Foundation and is open to all Washington state students who will be enrolling in college this Fall as a freshman, sophomore or junior and who meet the eligibility criteria. Awards are up to $5,000 per academic year and are renewable. | Leadership 1000 Scholarship: More Info and How to Apply |
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Dec 1, 2023 Application opens Oct 1, 2023 |
Dell Scholars Program offers scholarships to GearUP Program participants, with a 2.4 minimum GPA, with a demonstrated need for financial assistance, and who plan to enroll full-time in a bachelor's degree program at an accredited higher education institution. Dell Scholars receive a $20,000 award (along with a laptop, textbook credits and ongoing advisory support) to help them complete their higher education over the course of six years. |
Dell Scholars Program: More Info Dell Scholars Program FAQs |
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| Dec 1, 2023 | Hagan Scholarship: A Nationwide need-based merit scholarship designed to help rural students graduate college debt-free. The Hagan Scholarship Foundation has awarded over 2,400 scholarships. The scholarship provides up to $48,000 over four years to attend college and other benefits. | Hagan Scholarship Application | |||
| Scholarships open mid December 2023 and deadlines vary | Scholarships for Military Children awards at least one $2,000 scholarship at every commissary location where qualified applications are received. The program is open to children of active duty, reserve/guard, or retired military commissary customers. Recipients must be enrolled or planning to enroll full-time in a 4-year undergraduate college or university, accredited in the US, and they must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 basis. | Scholarships for Military Children: More Details and How to Apply |
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Jan 11, 2024 |
The National FFA Scholarship Program: Numerous scholarships are awarded annually, to both FFA members and non-members. |
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| Varies: Now - April 1, 2024 | The American Legion offers a number of scholarships and other resources to assist young people in their pursuit of higher education. There are opportunities for everyone, including kin of wartime veterans and participants in Legion programs. | American Legion Scholarships: More Info and How to Apply |
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Washington State Opportunity Scholarship (WSOS): Numerous scholarships are awarded for $2,500 - $7,500 (renewable for up to 3-5 years) to support low- and middle-income students pursue a bachelor's degree from an eligible Washington state college or university in high employer demand fields including science, technology, engineering, math (STEM) and health care. |
Washington State Opportunity Scholarship: Application avail Jan of each year |
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| Jan 31, 2024 |
The Washington State Fair Foundation Scholarship Program Students only need to submit one application for all our scholarships offered online. The application system will automatically apply students for the scholarships they qualify for. |
The program expects to award at least $100,000 in scholarships of varying amounts to students residing in Washington state. Washington State Fair Scholarships: Full Details on How to Apply |
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| May 19, 2024 |
Bill of Rights Institute - Essay contest Awards ranging from $500 to $5000 for students that submit an essay online. |
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Automotive Scholarships Various scholarships for students entering the automotive field! |
Automotive Scholarships Multiple | |||
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Feb 1, 2023 |
Epsilon Sigma Alpha Foundation Scholarships Numerous scholarships are awarded annually for WA state residents |
Epsilon Sigma Alpha Foundation Scholarships: Full Details on How to Apply |
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| Feb 3, 2023 | Washington State Governors' Scholarship for Foster Youth Approximately 40-50 new $2000-$4000 scholarships (renewable for a total of 5 years) to high school seniors in foster care through the College Success Foundation) |
Washington State Governors' Scholarship for Foster Youth: Application avail December |
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| Feb 12, 2024 | Washington State Employees Credit Union Scholarship offers scholarships for WSECU members (parent or student) who demonstrate financial need to use to fund accredited postsecondary education. $3,000 scholarships are offered to students who attend an accredited 4-year college or university or graduate school; $2,000 scholarships are offered to students who attend an accredited community college, vocational or trade school. Students must be enrolled full time in the fall immediately following their senior year. |
Washington State Employees Credit Union Scholarship: More Info Washington State Employees Credit Union Scholarship: Read the FAQS and APPLY ONLINE |
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| Feb 15, 2024 | The Washington State PTA offers three (4) $2,500 scholarships to graduating seniors from Washington State public high schools with an active PTA that will be starting college (either 2yr or 4yr). These scholarships are awarded on the basis of: 1) financial need, 2) academic performance, and 3) leadership and community service. |
Washington State PTA Scholarships: More Info and How to Apply |
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Association of Computer Professionals in Education (ACPE) Scholarships This year the ACPE has allocated up to $10,000 for scholarships of up to $2,000 each for students in Oregon and Washington. These scholarships are available to graduating high school seniors who have been actively involved in the use of technology during their high school careers and are planning to pursue studies in a technology related field. |
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American Indian Endowed Scholarship About 15 scholarships are awarded each year, ranging from $500 to $2,000 (renewable for up to 5 years), to help financially needy students who have close ties to a Native American community pursue undergraduate and graduate studies. |
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March 1, 2024 |
Lower Columbia School Retirees' Association (LCSRA) Scholarship Fund is offering three (3) $1,000 scholarships to graduating seniors in the Cowlitz-Wahkiakum area with a GPA of 3.2 or higher who are interested in a career in education or seeking vocational training. |
LCSRA Scholarship Fund: LCSRA Scholarship Fund: |
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| March 1, 2023 | Washington State School Retirees' Association Scholarship Fund is offering a total of 32 scholarships (ranging from $900 to $2500) to graduating seniors with a GPA of 3.0 or higher who are committed to a career in education. | Washington State School Retirees' Association Scholarship: More Details Washington State School Retirees' Association Scholarship: Access the Online Application |
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| May 1, 2024 | The Windermere Foundation Scholarship offers two $500 scholarships for use at any college/vocational trade school. | Windermere Foundation Scholarship: | |||
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March 4, 2024 |
UFCW 21 Scholarship $2000, $3000 and $4000 scholarships for a current member of UFCW 21 (e.g. someone who works in the grocery or retail industry), or the dependent, spouse, or domestic partner of a current member of UFCW 21 |
UFCW 21 Scholarship: Full Details and How to Apply |
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| March 1, 2024 |
Cancer Unwrapped Scholarship - Writing contest We invite you to submit a short essay about your experience with cancer for the opportunity to win cash prizes. Since the contest began in 2006, we have received over 6,100 submissions and handed out over $175,000 in prize money to teens. |
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March 14, 2024 |
Doodle for Google Contest $30,000 scholarship available and a chance to have your artwork featured on the Google homepage. Use your imagination to create Google Doodle based on what self care means to you |
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The Kelly Foundation of Washington is pleased to offer the Ewing C. Kelly Scholarship. Applicants will be judged on citizenship, academic achievement and financial need. Each award is worth $2,500 and winners will be notified in April. Last year over 500 applications were judged and 48 scholarships were awarded. | Kelly Foundation Scholarship: More Info and How to Apply |
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| March 15, 2024 | Washington State 4-H Scholarships Several scholarships, ranging from $500 to $3,000 each, are being offered to use at any institution offering post-secondary education in the US. These scholarships are for current and former Washington State 4-H members who have accumulated at least two years of 4-H affiliation. |
Washington State 4-H Scholarships: More Info and How to Apply |
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| February 15, 2024 | The Hispanic Scholarship Fund (HSF) Scholarship offers awards ranging from $500 to $5,000, based on relative need, to assist students of Hispanic heritage obtain a college degree. | Hispanic Scholarship Fund: More Info and How to Apply |
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| March 15, 2023 | WIAA Smart Choices Scholarships The Dairy Farmers of WA and Les Schwab Tires, in conjunction with the WIAA, sponsor these scholarships. This annual program recognizes one male and one female graduating senior from among the WIAA member high schools for excellence in athletics/activities, academics, leadership and community service throughout his and her high school career. Smart Choices winners receive a $5,000 scholarship toward the institution of their choosing. An additional four (4) male and four (4) female finalists receive $1,000 scholarships. |
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| March 15, 2023 | Horatio Alger Career & Technical Education Scholarship Programs Each year, this organization awards 1020 scholarships up to $2,500 each to US high school seniors with a minimum 2.0 GPA, who require financial assistance to pursue and complete an accredited career or technical program (up to 2 years), and display integrity and perseverance in overcoming adversity. |
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Opens - March 15, 2024 Deadline TBD |
Mike Rowe Work Ethic Scholarship
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March 19, 2024 |
Sub Pop Loser Scholarships Sub Pop Records in Seattle, WA is offering three scholarships — one for $7,000, one for $5,000 and one for $3,000. As longtime and proud losers ourselves, we’re exceedingly happy to be able, in some small way, to help further the education of art-enthused misfits from the NW. Applicant must be a WA or OR resident, and a graduating senior on your way to full-time enrollment at an accredited university or college. |
Sub Pop Loser Scholarship: More Info and How to Apply We are looking for applicants who are involved and/or interested in music and/or the creative arts in some way. However, you do not need to be pursuing an education in the arts. |
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March 22, 2024 |
Fibre Federal Credit Union Scholarships Fund is offering (6) $1,500 scholarships and (1) $2,000 scholarship to qualifying seniors to be used at any accredited college or university. Applicants (or a family member) must be a credit union member and will be judged on academic standing, extracurricular activities, employment, financial circumstances, and quality of application. |
Fibre Federal Credit Union Scholarships: More Info and How to Apply |
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March 31, 2024 |
Red Canoe Credit Union - WC Wally Ohlfs Scholarship Six $4,000 scholarships for undergraduate students entering college or in the process of completing an undergraduate college or vocation school degree
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April 1, 2024 |
Kelso/Longview Chamber of Commerce is offering two scholarships for students seeking any type of post secondary education. |
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April 1, 2024 |
The American Legion offers a number of scholarships and other resources to assist young people in their pursuit of higher education. There are opportunities for everyone, including kin of wartime veterans and participants in Legion programs | ||||
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Washington State Sustainable Forestry Initiative (SFI) Scholarship The Washington State Sustainable Forestry Initiative® (SFI) Implementation Committee (WASIC) is accepting scholarship applications from students pursuing an education in Forestry or Natural Resources. |
Washington State Sustainable Forestry Scholarship Application | |||
| Early April, 2024 | Friends of St. John (and the PeaceHealth St. John Medical Center Scholarship Committee) are offering $2,000 and $1,000 scholarships to students who intend to pursue a health career career or profession. | Friends of St. John application | |||
| April 12, 2024 | Washington Wine Industry Foundation Scholarships offers several scholarships ranging from $1,000 - $10,000 for students in the fields of viticulture and enology. | Washington Wine Industry Scholarships: More Info on How to Apply to the Different Scholarships |
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April 15, 2024 |
Incight's mission is to cause success in education, employment, networking, and independence for people with disabilities. As a part of that, each year Incight awards multiple scholarships to students residing in WA, OR or CA with documented disabilities who have demonstrated outstanding service to their community, have overcome personal obstacles and are planning to attend or are attending higher education as a full-time student. | Learn more about Incight's mission Incight's Scholarships: More Info and How to Apply |
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| April 15, 2024 | Friends of Willapa National Wildlife Refuge Scholarship is offering at least one $1,500 scholarship to a student pursuing a career in fish and wildlife management, environmental studies, conservation or related fields in Pacific and Wahkiakum Counties with a minimum GPA of 3.0. | Friends of Willapa National Wildlife Refuge Scholarship: | |||
| April 15, 2024 | Wahkiakum Lions Club is offering two scholarships in the amount of $1,000 each. These scholarships are to be awarded to an ALE homeschooled student or a student who wishes to further their education in the trades. |
Lions Club scholarship instructions: Please email Phylsplace@gmail.com with your applications. |
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| April 15, 2024 | Sea Mar Community Health Centers offers several scholarship opportunities, including $1,000 scholarships to students from seasonal or migrant farm worker families in Washington State. |
Sea Mar Community Health Centers Scholarships: Info and Application for the Sea Mar Farm Worker Scholarship |
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April 30, 2024 |
Lower Columbia College is awarding more than 200 scholarships, ranging from $500 to $5,000 each. The online process lets current and future students apply for multiple LCC scholarships with a single application. There is no cost to apply. | Lower Columbia College Scholarships: More Info and How to Apply |
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| April 30, 2024 | AFSCME LOCAL 1557 Scholarship will be awarding three $500 scholarships to eligible children of county employees. Recipients must be full-time students in a baccalaureate degree, associate degree, or vocational/technical certification program. | ||||
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April 30, 2024 |
Nutter Family Scholarship This Local Private Donor $7,500 Scholarship (renewable up to 4 years) is specifically for Wahkiakum High School seniors ONLY. Applicants must meet at least the following criteria: possess a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5, been enrolled at WHS for at least two years, and plan to attend an accredited college or university or qualifying technical school. |
Nutter Family Foundation Scholarship: More Info, Application and Instructions Submit completed application and related materials to: cashe@wahksd.k12.wa.us |
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April 30, 2023 |
The Washington Counties Scholarship Fund awards three (3) $3,000 scholarships to eligible children of county employees and county elected officials. Awards are given in the form of Guaranteed Education Tuition (GET) credits. |
Washington Counties Scholarship Fund: Washington Counties Scholarship Fund: |
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April 30, 2023 |
The Mary A. Lang Memorial Scholarship offers a $1,000 scholarship for 2 years. This is a Local Private Donor Scholarship specifically for Wahkiakum High School seniors ONLY. |
Download the instructions and application. When completed, turn your application packet into Mr. Niemeyer via email cashe@wahksd.k12.wa.us Ms Ashe will forward your application to the appropriate committee. |
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| April 30, 2024 | The Robert and Margaret Pulliam Scholarship Fund awards one $1,000 scholarship to graduating seniors from each of six local high schools, including Wahkiakum High School (for a total of $6,000 in awards). This scholarship was established to encourage and reward academic excellence and community service. Recipients must also continue their education at an accredited college, university, career or technical school during the following academic year. Academic achievements and voluntary community service will be considered. | ||||
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May 1, 2024, 3:00 pm |
Dollars for Scholars - Wahkiakum Chapter This is a Local Private Donor Scholarship specifically for Wahkiakum High School seniors ONLY. Dollars for Scholars - Wahkiakum Chapter offers a number of scholarships each year to Wahkiakum High School seniors pursuing a post-secondary education, based on information provided in an application and during an in-person interview. |
Dollars for Scholars: Learn more about the Wahkiakaum Chapter of Dollars for Scholars |
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May 1, 2024 |
Dollars for Scholars Student Volunteer Award (SVA) Each year, 2 students are nominated from each chapter. |
Learn more about the Wahkiakaum Chapter of Dollars for Scholars | |||
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May 1, 2024 |
Sons of Norway Scholarship - Must have applied for Dollars For Scholars, Live on Puget Island OR your family is involved with Sons of Norway. |
cashe@wahksd.k12.wa.us Ms. Ashe will forward your application to the appropriate committee. |
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May 1, 2024 |
Michael Gisler Memorial Scholarship - Selection preference will be given first to Special Education students OR they are a volunteer firefighter. $1,000 to a boy and $1,000 to a girl. |
Michael Gisler Memorial Scholarship When completed, turn your application packet into Ms Ashe via email cashe@wahksd.k12.wa.us Ms. Ashe will forward your application to the appropriate committee. |
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May 1, 2023 |
The Building Industry Association of Washington (BIAW) Education Program Scholarship will award $20,000 in scholarship awards to students and programs supporting construction industry-related fields. Selection criteria include academic record, work experience, community service/extracurricular activities, recommendations, financial need, and quality of application submitted. | BIAW Education Scholarship: Download the Application |
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May 31, 2023 |
American Workforce Group RECIPIENT MUST BE ATTENDING AN INDUSTRIAL TRADE SCHOOL IN FALL 2023. RECIPIENT MUST HAVE AN OUTSTANDING LEVEL OF PASSION, INTEGRITY, COMMUNICATION & COMPASSION. ⎕ RECIPIENT MUST THEMSELVES COMPLETE & SUBMIT THIS APPLICATION #INTEGRITY |
American Workforce Group Scholarship |
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June 16, 2023 |
Careers That Work Scholarship $1,000 scholarship available to seniors that are interested in attending a participating private career college in the Northwest (Some of the schools include: Concorde Career College, International Air & Hospitality Academy & Perry Tech). You may not complete this application independently. For more information visit https://www.nwcareercolleges.org/scholarships/careers-that-work/ or email Mr. Niemeyer |
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June 16, 2023 |
International Air & Hospitality/NW Culinary/NW Renewable Energy Scholarships Multiple scholarships available to students interested in pursuing these programs. More info at https://iahaschools.com/types-of-aid/ |
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