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- There are 3 sources for scholarships:
national groups, local groups, and universities
themselves.
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- Most scholarships received at Fremd High
School are listed in the
Scholarship Guide
(see below). Paper copies of this booklet are
available in the Guidance Office. We have created this section so that families
can access scholarship information at any time. Any new scholarships that have arrived at Fremd and are not
listed in the Scholarship Guide are listed below.
Please also be sure to
complete the FAFSA
and other college
financial aid forms. There are many other types of aid available besides
scholarships.
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- Please take time to read the Rules page in the
Scholarship Guide. It will answer many of your questions.
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Use any of the Scholarship
Searches on our College Links page. (There are 7 searches listed.) |
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Applications are placed in the
Scholarship Files in the Guidance Office as soon as they arrive at Fremd.
This is self-service, or you may see your counselor for extra help. |
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Each university has its own
programs that are often the best sources scholarships. Contact the
university directly or check their website for further information. |
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Scholarships that are not included
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are listed below.
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- The Reseda Garden Club of Palatine is offering
a $500 scholarship to a senior high school student from Palatine who plans
on studying horticulture, botany, landscape architecture or environmental
studies. Please see Mr. Baima for an application. Deadline is
April 4.
- Attention seniors who plan on studying
Occupational or Physical Therapy: The Illinois Elks are awarding
scholarships. Please contact Eric Faust, Chairman at 847-609-4565
or 1-800-272-0074 to receive information.
- Nordstrom Corporation is awarding 5
scholarships of $10,000 (over 4 years). To be eligible, students
must be a high school Junior
with an un-weighted GPA between 2.7-4.0; have made a substantial
contribution to the community; be involved in school activities; and
demonstrate financial need. Please see Mr. Baima for an
application.
- SALUTE, Inc. is offering scholarships to
students with a "C" average who submit a 1,000 word essay on what the
phrase "service and sacrifice for our country and community" mean to
you. The $2,000 scholarship is in memory of Peter Giannopoulos,
former Fremd graduate. Deadline is May 2nd. See MR. Baima
for an application.
- The William J. Cook Scholarship Program is
available to any male students in Cook County. Academics and
Financial need are considered. See Mr. Baima for an application.
Deadline is April 1.
- Zonta Club of Northwest Cook County:
Open to female senior applicants who have strong leadership skills,
volunteerism, and commitment to local community. The application can
be downloaded at www.zonta.org
Applications must be received by March 21, 2008.
- Attention any male planning on attending
University of Wisconsin-Madison: Tau Kappa Epsilon is awarding
scholarships ($250-$500) to candidates who have excelled in academics,
extracurricular involvement, and community service. Please see Mr.
Baima for an application.
- The Hoffman Estates Athletic Association is
offering $500 scholarships to any former Pop Warner or Cheer participant
(at least 2 years). Please contact Mr. Baima for an application.
- Engineering majors who have been accepted into
an accredited Engineering program, Northrup Grumman will award a $10,000
scholarship to each of two graduating seniors enrolled (and a resident
of) in Rolling Meadows or Palatine High Schools. Must have an ACT
of 27 and GPA of 3.5. Applications can be found at:
www.es.northropgrumman.com/engscholars/forms.html
- Chicago Area Business Aviation Association is
offering a $2500 scholarship to students planning on studying anything
related to aviation. Please visit the following site for
application and details:
www.cabaa.com/HighSchoolApps.html
- The George Mougolias Memorial Foundation:
All applicants must be of Hellenic descent and have a 3.0 GPA.
Financial need is a major consideration. Grades, ACT, and two
letters of recommendation are required. See Mr. Baima for an
application.
- The Emma Bowen Foundation for Minority
Students are offering internship to minority students who have an
interest in Media and are attending college next year. For more
details and an application visit:
www.emmabowenfoundation.com
- Attention any Males attending University of
Illinois-Urbana-Champaign: Sigma Phi Epsilon Fraternity is
sponsoring the Balanced Man Scholarship ($2,000) to male students who
have excelled in the areas of scholarship, leadership, athletics, and
community service. The application can be found at:
www.illinoissigeps.com
- The Kevin Shannon Foundation is offering
scholarships to students with a 2.5 GPA who plan on attending two or for
year schools and demonstrate financial need through a letter of need.
Other factors are considered. Please see Mr. Baima for details and
an application.
- CollegeWeekLive.com is offering a $2500
scholarship to all U.S. high school students enrolled in 9th, 10th,
11th, or 12th grade at the time of application. Students must
respond online (100 or less words) to: "Explain what one characteristic
you have that will make you successful in college." Apply at
www.scholarshipexperts.com/showApp.htx?appId=10240
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