Class of 2023 Local Scholarships

LOCAL SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE TO BHS GRADUATING SENIORS

Following is a list of local scholarships available to Bellefontaine High School seniors.  The list is current as of January 19, 2023.  To access the scholarship, simply click on the title for a PDF version of the application. In some cases, you will be able to type in the information, and in other cases you will need to print the application and fill it in by hand. Some links may take you to a website where you can find the application. Once completed, you will need to return the application to the designated location.

 

**UPDATES: Any scholarships added after January 19, 2023 will be posted and linked in this sections with the date it was added.**

1/27/2023 (added)- LOGAN COUNTY FARM BUREAU SCHOLARSHIP. This scholarship is intended for a high school senior entering college in the fall of 2023 or already enrolled in a college/technical program level course of study focusing on agriculture or another related field of study.  Parents/guardians of applicant must be a member of the Logan County Farm Bureau in good standing.  An essay is required and application must be typed.  Return all applications to [email protected] or 110 Industrial Dr. Suite C, Wapakoneta, OH 45895. Deadline: March 15.

2/8/2023 (added)- LOGAN COUNTY RETIRED TEACHERS SCHOLARSHIP.  This scholarship will be awarded to seniors attending Indian Lake, Riverside, Bellefontaine, Benjamin Logan, or West Liberty-Salem High School.  Applicants must plan to attend a college or university and major in education.   Deadline: March 16.

2/22/2023 (added)- RISE FM SCHOLARSHIP.  These $500 scholarships are available to graduating high school seniors within the Rise FM listening area.  Students must be majoring in a ministry or media communications field of study at a 2- or 4- year college or university. Applicants must complete an application and submit a transcript and 2 letters of recommendation.    

BHS COMMON FORM APPLICATION. The following 24 scholarships use the BHS Common Form Application. The BHS Common Form is due in the Guidance Office no later than March 14.

 

Note:  If the scholarship is part of the BHS Common Form you will only need to complete that form one time, although some scholarships may require additional attachments.

 

  1. BELLEFONTAINE CITY SCHOOLS BOARD OF EDUCATION SCHOLARSHIPS.  These scholarships, which are awarded by the Bellefontaine City Schools Board of Education and are valued at up to $1,000 each, are based on academic excellence and school and community involvement. 

 

  1. BELLEFONTAINE EDUCATION ASSOCIATION SCHOLARSHIPS.  Applicants for these scholarships must be pursuing a career in education or an education-related field, such as guidance counseling or school psychology and/or one or more of their parents must be a current or retired member of the Bellefontaine Education Association (BEA). 

 

  1. BELLEFONTAINE EXCHANGE CLUB SCHOLARSHIP.  Two $1,000 scholarships will be awarded to students with at least a 2.5 GPA who will be attending either a two or four-year school.  Need and community involvement are considered, and the student should note whether he/she graduated from the Exchange Club’s Safety Town Program.

 

  1. BELLEFONTAINE HIGH SCHOOL ACADEMIC BOOSTER & JENNY O’CONNOR MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIPS.  Up to two $1,000 scholarships will be awarded to BHS students attending a four-year university.  One from the BHS Academic Boosters Club and the other in memory of Jenny O’Connor. Jenny was a 1984 BHS graduate and served many years volunteering for Music Boosters, Chieftain Athletics, and the Academic Boosters where she served as treasurer.  Students must have a minimum of a 3.0 GPA, have taken rigorous high school courses, and attach a type response (250 words or less) to the following prompt.  “By the end of the college application process, you will have probably written dozens of essays and responded to a multitude of questions.  Use this opportunity to try something new.  Be creative!” 

 

  1. BELLEFONTAINE HIGH SCHOOL ALUMNI & FRIENDS SCHOLARSHIP.  This $100 scholarship is awarded by a committee composed of BHS alumni and/or supporters of BHS. Applicants must be graduating seniors who plan to attend a two or four-year college or university and who have at least a 3.0 GPA.

 

  1. BELLEFONTAINE HIGH SCHOOL KEY CLUB SCHOLARSHIP.  These scholarships are valued at approximately $500.  Applicants must be attending a 2 or 4-year college.  Selection criteria will be based heavily on service performed.  An essay of no more than one-page on the prompt “what being a Chieftain means to me” must be included.  Memories, experiences and important events are particularly relevant.  There should be a focus on BHS extra-curricular events.

 

  1. BELLEFONTAINE HIGH SCHOOL NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY SCHOLARSHIPS.  These $400 scholarships will be awarded to BHS seniors who are currently members of the National Honor Society and have turned in their NHS point sheet to Mrs. Rohrer.

 

  1. ROBERT L. AND HELEN E. GINN MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP.  This $300 scholarship is intended to be awarded to a BHS student who will major in either education or business at a two or four-year school.  It will be awarded by a Bellefontaine City Schools committee.

 

9.   WESLEY E. GRUBBS ONE WISH SCHOLARSHIP.  This scholarship is in memory of Wesley E. Grubbs.  Wesley was a 2008 graduate from BHS who wrestled and played football.  A family man and active member in the Fraternal Order of Eagle’s #2166, his life was cut short in 2019 leaving behind a wife, daughter, and son whom he never got to meet.  At age 10, Wesley lost his mother and wrote about his “one wish.”  That “one wish” inspired others to help a young person fulfill their “wish” by providing this scholarship.  Applicants must be attending a 2- or 4-year college, university or trade school in the Fall of 2021 and write a 250-word essay on: How “One Wish” could help fulfill your wish.  Applicants should demonstrate integrity, compassion and the desire to lend a helping hand.  Recipient will need to provide a copy of their second semester schedule of their freshman year in college for the scholarship committee.

 

  1. DON HARRIS MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP.  This scholarship is valued at about $500 and is awarded to one BHS student who plans to major in Music Education at an accredited college or university. Additional scholarships may be awarded to qualified applicants if funds are available. This scholarship is awarded by a committee of the BHS Music and Friends Association and was established in memory of Donald Harris, who had a great interest in the schools and in the music program.

 

  1. HESS COLLINS FAMILY & BHS CLASS OF 1977 SCHOLARSHIP. This $1,500 scholarship is in honor of James P. Hess, founder of Hess Lumber, and his wife Ann E. Hess, a Bellefontaine artist. Also contributing to this scholarship is the BHS Class of 1977.  This scholarship will be awarded to a graduating BHS senior planning to attend a 4-year college to study the arts. Students must have a GPA of 3.0 or better and intend to pursue a degree in one of the arts - performing arts, visual arts, dramatic arts, music, film-making, graphic design, fashion design or a related field. Scholarship will be awarded based on grades, need and artistic talent. A recommendation from a teacher familiar with the student's artistic talent is required.

 

  1. KRISTY MOUNT SCIENCE MAJOR SCHOLARSHIP. This scholarship is in honor of longtime BHS science teacher, Kristy Mount.  Applicants should have a minimum of a 3.4 GPA on a 4.0 scale and an ACT of at least 24.  Transcripts should show at least 4 CCP or AP classes taken while at Bellefontaine High School.  The recipient should have plans to major in a science field.  Preference will be given to those attending The Ohio State University.  An essay of 250-500 words must be included responding to the following prompt: Without naming them, describe someone you know personally that you believe to be successful.  What traits do you believe are important in achieving your definition of success?

 

  1. OHIO ASSOCIATION OF PUBLIC SCHOOL EMPLOYEES SCHOLARSHIP.  These scholarships are given to students who desire to attend either a two- or four-year school.  Preference will be given to a child/grandchild of a classified employee with Bellefontaine City Schools and will be awarded by a special committee of the OAPSE.

 

  1. EFFIE PATTERSON MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP.  Given by a late Bellefontaine resident and the Board of Education, this $500 scholarship is given to one male student to aid in the freshman year in college.

 

  1. PEPSI LEADERSHIP SCHOLARSHIP.  Two scholarships valued at $1,250 each will be awarded to BHS students who have demonstrated leadership and who are planning on attending a two- or four-year college.  They will be awarded by a committee from the Bellefontaine City Schools. 

 

  1. RYAN D. REYNOLDS MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP.  Ryan was a 1998 BHS graduate who tragically lost his life just prior to leaving for college.  In remembrance of Ryan’s smile, enjoyment for the game of golf, and passion for life, an annual scholarship has been established.  This $500 scholarship will be awarded by the Ryan D. Reynolds Fund Trustees to a BHS student attending a two or four-year college. 

 

  1. MONICHA P. SIMPSON MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP.  This $250 scholarship is intended to be given to a student-athlete to assist during the first year of either a two or four-year school. 

 

  1. DR. EARL SLOAN RENEWABLE BUSINESS SCHOLARSHIP. This scholarship will be awarded to a BHS senior pursuing post-secondary training in the study of Business, including Accounting, Computer Information Science (programming/coding), Economics, and Marketing/Management.  It will be awarded by a special committee of the Sloan Foundation.  One scholarship in the amount of $1,000 will be available and offered as a renewable scholarship.  Further should a student complete their college education in 3 years for a 4-year degree, then such student would be entitled to the 4th and final scholarship renewal.  Applicants must have an attendance rate of 90% (may be subject to review in the case of an extended illness), have a minimum GPA of 2.5, demonstrate good character and citizenship, and have financial need.  Two letters of recommendation are required.

 

  1. SONS OF AMERICAN LEGION POST 173 SCHOLARSHIPS. These scholarships are valued at $500 each and are based on grades and need.

 

  1. NIGLE & PHYLLIS STANDLEY MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP.  This $1,000 scholarship is given in memory of Nigle and Phyllis Standley, long-time residents of Bellefontaine.  Applicants must have at least a 2.5 GPA and be attending a 2- or 4- year post-secondary school in the fall. A letter of recommendation is required that speaks to how applicants demonstrate integrity and kindness.

 

  1. JAMES F. STOLLY MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP.  This scholarship is valued at $1,000 and was established by the A.E. Knowlton Trust in memory of a longtime Knowlton Construction employee and supporter of Bellefontaine City Schools. The scholarship is awarded by a Bellefontaine City Schools committee. 

 

  1. DEWEY VANHOOSE III MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP.  This is a $500 scholarship that will be awarded to an applicant attending Ohio University.

 

  1. DUTCH WILDE MEMORIAL/BHS ATHLETIC BOOSTERS’ SCHOLARSHIPS. These scholarships are worth $1,000, and are awarded to one male and one female student-athlete to assist with either a two or four-year school.  They are awarded by a special committee of the BHS Boosters to a student-athlete or cheerleader. 

 

  1. RONALD H. WISSE MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP. This scholarship is valued at about $500 and will be given to a student-athlete to assist during the first year of either a two or four-year school.

 

 

LOGAN COUNTY EDUCATION FOUNDATION COMMON FORM APPLICATION. The following 24 scholarships use the LCEF Common Form Application. They are due to the Logan County ESC no later than February 28. If you would like for BHS Guidance to deliver them to the ESC for you, you must have them to the Guidance Office by February 17.

 

  1. RALPH AND WILMA BUROKER MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP.  This scholarship is valued at $6,000 and will be awarded to a Logan County graduating senior who will be majoring in an agricultural related field at an accredited two- or four-year college or university. Applicants must have at least a minimum 3.0 GPA.

 

  1. EDWARD K. CORE, JR MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP.  One scholarship valued at $500 will be awarded to a Logan County graduating senior planning to attend a four-year institution and major in education to be a teacher.  A minimum GPA of 3.0 is required. 

 

  1. DR. JAMES F. COSTIN SCHOLARSHIP.  These scholarships are valued at $500 will be awarded to Logan County graduating seniors planning to attend a four-year institution and major in a health or science-related field.  This selection will focus on financial need.

 

  1. DEBORAH ELLIS ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIP.  These $1,500 scholarships will be awarded to two graduating BHS seniors who meet the following criteria: 3.2 or higher GPA, 24 or higher ACT, has taken at least four College Credit Plus (dual enrollment) or Advanced Placement courses taken during high school, and accepted to a two- or four-year college or university. Preference will be given to students demonstrating financial need. 

 

  1. WILLIAM C. ELLIS/NANCY RATHFELDER SCHOLARSHIP. One scholarship worth $1,000 will be given to a Logan County graduating senior from a public high school to help pursue a higher education degree. They must be already accepted to, or currently attending, a two- or four-year institution. Proof of family income must be shown prior to receiving funds. Family income chart is on the application. 

 

  1. SURPRISE PHIL FORSYTHE SCHOLARSHIP.  This $2,000 scholarship is for a Bellefontaine senior in honor of long-time BCS educator, Phil Forsythe.  Applicants must have a 3.0 or high GPA and attend a 2- or 4-year accredited college or university in the fall.  Students maintaining a part-time job will be given priority.  If employed, include a brief recommendation letter from the employer with place of employment and supervisor cell phone number.

 

  1. HOMER FUSON MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP.  This scholarship is valued at $6,000 and will be awarded to a graduating senior from a Logan County public school. Applicants must have at least a 3.0 GPA and must plan to major in finance at an accredited four-year college or university.

 

  1. DONALD GUMPERT SCHOLARSHIP.  These scholarships are valued at $5,250 and will be awarded to a Logan County seniors graduating from a public high school attending a four-year college or university.  Applicants must be an active member of their school’s Kiwanis Key Club and have a GPA of 3.0 or better.  Recommendation from Key Club advisor required.

 

  1. HARRIET L. HEADINGTON MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP.  This scholarship is valued at $800 and is awarded to a Logan County graduating senior from a public high school who plans on attending an accredited 4-year college or university.

 

  1. ISS AMERICA ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIP.  A $500 scholarship is available to students that are Bellefontaine, Benjamin Logan, Indian Lake or Riverside seniors.  Applicants must be majoring in a manufacturing related field such as Mechanical, Industrial or Electrical Engineering.  Transcripts must show outstanding academic achievement.

 

  1. BILLY JERVIS MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP.  Scholarships will be awarded to one or more Bellefontaine graduating senior who is majoring in music and/or play collegiate level soccer.  Student must be enrolled in a four-year college and must have a minimum GPA of 2.5. 

 

  1. JOANNE JONES AGRICULTURAL SCHOLARSHIP.  A $1,000 scholarship available to an applicant attending an accredited 2- or 4- year college or university pursuing a degree in an Agricultural related field.  Applicants must have a 2.5 GPA or higher on a 4.0 scale and possess good character.  Financial need will be considered.

 

  1. TODD T. JONES SCHOLARSHIP.  This is a $1,000 scholarship for a student entering 2- or 4- year college or university to pursue a degree in an Agricultural related field.  Applicants must have a 2.5 GPA or higher on a 4.0 scale and possess good character.  Financial need will be considered.

 

  1. TODD T. & JOANNE JONES BLUE LIVES MATTER SCHOLARSHIP.  A $1,000 scholarship available to an applicant attending an accredited 2- or 4- year college or university pursuing a degree in a Law related field.  Applicants must have a 2.5 GPA or higher on a 4.0 scale and possess good character.  Financial need will be considered.

 

  1. KEEP LOGAN COUNTY BEAUTIFUL SCHOLARSHIP.  This scholarship is valued at $500 and will be awarded to a Logan County student who is applying to a 2 or 4-year post-secondary accredited school.  Student must have a GPA of 2.0 or higher and plan to major in environmental science or a related field with a plan to work on environmental problems, research, teaching or business management. Applicants must show financial need and include a short essay describing their interest in the environment and/or environmental studies using the form included in the LCEF Common Form. 

 

  1. LOGAN COOUNTY MASTER GARDENERS SCHOLARSHIP.  This $650 scholarship is intended for an applicant who is seeking a degree in an Agricultural or Horticultural related field from an accredited 2- or 4- year college, university or technical college.  Applicants must have a 2.5 GPA or above.

 

  1. HAZEL MOORE SCHOLARSHIP.  Scholarship is valued at $2,000 and is available to a graduating senior from a public high school in Logan County enrolling or enrolled in a 2-year or 4-year post-secondary accredited school.  Applicants need a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 and show financial need.

 

  1. RATLEFF SENIOR AWARD. This $1,000 scholarship will be awarded to an African American Bellefontaine High School senior who has documented community service activities and who will be attending a four-year college or university.

 

  1. LEWIS J. & ANNE RINGLER MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP.  These scholarships valued at $10,000 each will be awarded to applicants majoring in business or a Science related field at a public college or university in Ohio.  Applicants must show a financial need, moral character and promising academic achievement.  Committee will be looking for an ACT score of 24 or higher, 3.2 or higher GPA, and 4 CCP or AP courses taken in high school.

 

  1. SHARYL SUE SHAFER MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP. This scholarship is valued at $6,000 and will be awarded to a graduating Logan County senior from a public high school who plans to major in education to be a teacher at an accredited four-year college or university. Applicants must have at least a 3.0 GPA.

 

  1. EARL C. & MARION R. SPAIN MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP.  These scholarships valued at $11,000 and $8,000 are available to a graduating senior from a public high school in Logan County.  Applicants need a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.5 and active in student activities.  Financial need will be considered.  Recipients can reapply one time at the end of their college freshman year and will be paid directly to the selected student’s college or university.

 

  1. LILLIAN B. THORNTON MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP.  This $1,300 scholarship will be awarded to a Logan County student graduating from a public high school who plans on attending an accredited 4-year college or university.

 

  1. PAUL THOMAS MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP.  A $500 scholarship for an applicant seeking a degree in a health-related field associated either with Physical Therapy or Wildlife related field.  Applicants must attend a 2- or 4-year college, university or technical college and have a 2.5 GPA or above on a 4.0 scale.  Financial need will be considered. 

 

  1. WICKERHAM STEM SCHOLARSHIP.  This $5,250 scholarship will be awarded to a Bellefontaine High School graduating senior pursuing a degree in science, technology, engineering or math-related field (preference considered for computer or electrical engineering) at a 4-year accredited public college or university in Ohio.  Applicant must show financial need and have a GPA of 3.0 or higher.

 

 

THE FOLLOWING SCHOLARSHIPS USE THEIR OWN APPLICATION:  Please click on the link for each scholarship to access their application.  Applications will be linked as they become available.

 

  1. 40 & 8 NURSING SCHOLARSHIPS.These scholarships are given to students for their first year in college and are for nursing majors only.This is a county wide scholarship available to all Logan County schools. Deadline:April 1.

     

  2. AMERICAN LEGION/HAROLD KERR POST #173 SCHOLARSHIPS. These scholarships will be awarded to assist students in their freshman year in college.They will be awarded by a committee of the American Legion.Deadline: April 1 by 5:00 pm.

     

  3. AMERICAN LEGION AUXILIARY/HAROLD KERR UNIT #173 SCHOLARSHIPS. These scholarships that vary in amounts will be awarded to Logan County students who are children or grandchildren of a veteran who served in World War I or II, Korean Conflict, or in the Vietnam Era, Grenada, or Desert Storm. Students must be in actual need of help to continue their education. Deadline:April 1.

     

  4. ASHCRAFT/BROWN SCHOLARSHIP. One $500 scholarship will be awarded to a student who has been accepted to either a two or four-year College, technical school, or vocational school.The scholarship will be awarded on the basis of leadership, financial need, character, and scholastic ability.Deadline: February 28.

     

  5. BCYSA TAMMY ELKINS MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP.This scholarship in memory of Tammy Elkins awarded by the Bellefontaine City Youth Soccer Association.Applicants must have played at least one season in the BCYSA league and be a BHS Senior attending a two- or four- year college or university in the fall.Deadline: March 14.

     

  6. BELLEFONTAINE LIONS CLUB SCHOLARSHIP.This scholarship will be awarded to a graduating senior to assist in their first year of a two or four-year institution.It is required to attach a statement about yourself, your educational goals, activities, awards and honors.Consideration may be given to applicants with Lions Club affiliation.Deadline: March 14.

     

  7. BELLEFONTAINE MOOSE #2563 SCHOLARSHIP.Five scholarships valued at $500 each.Applicants need NOT have any affiliation with the Moose to apply.All youth graduating in 2022 are welcome to submit an application regardless of whether or not you have a family member who is a current member of any Moose club.The applicant must be graduating in the high school class of 2022 and must have a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher.A brief essay about yourself and your goals needs to be attached.Deadline: April 14.

     

  8. BELLEFONTAINE PROFESSIONAL FIREFIGHTERS ASSOCIATION SCHOLARSHIP. The amount of this scholarship shall be $500 and will be paid at the completion of the first quarter/semester of school.This scholarship is awarded to high school or GED graduating students of the same year or one year prior to application date. Preference will be given to anyone entering the public safety or health & medical fields. This scholarship is available to Logan County residents only. Scholarships will be awarded based upon scholastic merit, economic need, and goals in life. Deadline: Before 5:00pm on April 14.

     

  9. BELLEFONTAINE ROTARY CLUB SCHOLARSHIP.These scholarships are valued at $1,000 and are available to graduating seniors who are residents of Logan County. Applicants must have a 3.5 GPA or higher.Selection will be based on merit, community service, and extracurricular activities by a committee of the Rotary Club. This scholarship is not available to dependents of Bellefontaine Rotary Club members.Applications will be completed online through the following site: https://forms.gle/3j582jsngqe5DyVa8. Deadline: February 17.

     

  10. BELLEFONTAINE USBC BOWLING ASSOCIATION SCHOLARSHIP.A $1,000 award is given to a student for study at either a two- or four-year school.Applicants may qualify one of two ways: 1. Must have an immediate family member belonging to the Bellefontaine USBC Bowling Association (parent, grandparent, brother, or sister); 2. Must be a member of a local high school bowling team and have completed at least one full season.Deadline:March 20.

     

  11. MARILYN CARNES MEMORIAL EDUCATION SCHOLARSHIP.Applicants must be a current Logan County 4-H/FFA member pursuing a degree in a horse- related subject, pre-vet, or an animal science program.Deadline: April 1.

     

  12. FRATERNAL ORDER OF POLICE HI-POINT LODGE #60 SCHOLARSHIP.These $500 scholarships will be awarded by the FOP Lodge #60.This is to assist students in the first year of either a two or four-year school, and some preference is given to those planning to enter a law enforcement, community, or social service field.A photo must be attached to this application.These scholarships will be awarded by a special committee of the FOP.Scholarship monies must be utilized/cashed by the end of the first year of college after graduating high school.Deadline: April 7.

     

  13. HAUSHALTER FAMILY FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP. The Haushalter Family Foundation strives to help individuals achieve their academic and education dreams.This scholarship grant varies in value but will be between $5,000 and $10,000 per year for up to four consecutive years.The amount of funds granted will be determined, in part, on the responses set forth on the application.Deadline: March 23.

     

  14. HAUSHALTER FAMILY FOUNDATION SKILLED TRADES SCHOLARSHIP.This scholarship is valued at up to $1,000 to a graduating high school senior who plans to advance into higher education at an accredited educational, trade or technical school in a job/trade/skill training program that takes 2 to 24 months.Deadline: March 23.

     

  15. THOMAS P. HENNESSY MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP. A scholarship will be awarded to a Logan County student who plans to attend The Ohio State University or any of its branches and/or has been a member of FFA, FCCLA or 4-H.Preference will be given to students with a GPA of at least 2.5 and planning to major in an agriculturally related field.This scholarship was established in memory of Tom Hennessy, who was killed in a 1999 automobile accident, and was very successful in the agriculture business.Application can be accessed at https://students.cfaes.ohio-state.edu/forms/scholarship?_gl=1*1almeul*_ga*ODgzNzEzMzc4LjE2MzM2NDM1MzI.*_ga_09WC99HMPE*MTY3Mzk3MDM5My44LjAuMTY3Mzk3MDQwMi41MS4wLjA.Deadline:April 1.

     

  16. BRUCE E. HIGHAM SCHOLARSHIP.This scholarship is a 4- year full ride scholarship that is awarded each year by the Jamestown Area Foundation to an outstanding male senior.This scholarship includes tuition, room, board, meals, books and various other college expenses.Applicants must be a male graduating from Bellefontaine High School who has applied and been accepted to a state school in Ohio for the fall semester of 2022.Applicants must have at least a 3.0 GPA.Deadline: March 2, by 12:00 pm (Noon).

     

  17. ZACHARIAH W. KELLER MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP.These $1,000 scholarships are memory of 2006 Bellefontaine High School graduate, Zack Keller, and his grandmother, Peggy Pittman.GPA and financial need will be considered.A brief statement about you, your goals for the future, and how this scholarship will help you achieve your goals is required.Special consideration will be made to members of the BHS Bowling Team.Deadline: April 11.

     

  18. KIWANIS CLUB OF BELLEFONTAINE SCHOLARSHIPS.This scholarship has a value of $1,000 and is awarded to aid a student during the freshman year in a two-year technical school or a four-year college. Awarded by a committee of the Kiwanis Club.Deadline: March 17.

     

  19. LOGAN COUNTY 4-H COMMITTEE SCHOLARSHIP.Scholarships valued at approximately $500 each for students who are currently members of the Logan County 4-H and have completed their projects for the current year will be awarded.The students must have a grade point average of 2.5 or higher and be enrolled in a two or four-year undergraduate college program or technical college program for the academic year.Deadline:April 1.

     

  20. LOGAN COUNTY DAIRY SCHOLARSHIP. Two $500 scholarships awarded by the Logan County Dairy Association and will be paid to the recipient in August of the award year with proof of acceptance to college or trade school. Applicants must meet one of the following criteria: anyone involved in a dairy operation, anyone working on a farm, or anyone that works with marketing of dairy products.Deadline: April 1.

     

  21. LOGAN COUNTY ELECTRIC COOPERATIVE CHILDREN OF MEMBERS SCHOLARSHIP.Applicants for this scholarship must be a son, daughter or legal ward or resident in the household of a Logan County Electric Cooperative member.Students who are immediate family members of, or reside with, people employed by any electric cooperative in Ohio are not eligible.Students must have a 3.5 GPA or better and be enrolled in an accredited college or proper technical school in the fall. Applicants must be a graduating senior from a public high school in Logan County; or reside in Logan County; and attend a Logan County School or school with contiguous boundaries to Logan County.Scholarship amount is determined by place achieved in the scholarship competition.Applications must be typed and can be accessed at https://www.logancounty.coop/2022-scholarship-application.Deadline: February 3.

     

  22. LOGAN COUNTY FISH & GAME ASSOCIATION SCHOALRSHIP.This $500 scholarship will be award to a graduating senior attending a college, university or technical school after graduation.Applications should be returned to the Logan County Fish & Game Association with Attn # Cindy A. Zeller or emailed [email protected] with “Scholarship” in the subject line.Deadline: April 1.

     

  23. MAD RIVER VALLEY DULCIMER SOCIETY SCHOLARSHIP.This $500 scholarship is available for a senior graduating from a Logan County high school who intends to major in instrumental music and/or instrumental music education.Deadline: March 18.

     

  24. KRISTA MCDONALD MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP.This $500 scholarship began in 2018 and is awarded by the Fraternal Order of Police Hi Point Lodge 60 in memory of Krista McDonald who was tragically killed on October 14, 2017 when the ambulance she was driving was struck by another vehicle that failed to stop at a stop sign.This scholarship will be awarded to a student with a 3.0 GPA or higher seeking further education to pursue a career in criminal justice or public safety.A 300-word essay about why you feel you are eligible and what your career aspirations are and a wallet size photo need to be included.Deadline: April 1.

     

  25. JAMES FORSYTHE MILROY FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP. This $2,500 non-renewable scholarship is available to students in Logan County, Ohio, desirous of serving advanced agricultural education or an agriculturally- related (such as Environmental Studies, Applied Nutrition, etc.) field in any Ohio educational institution.  Deadline: April 1. 

     

  26. MARY ELEANOR MORRIS/COLUMBUS FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIPS. These scholarships, which are for $1,000 and are renewable for three years (a certain GPA must be maintained), are awarded to five students from Logan County each year.Students who are recipients of the Ohio Academic Scholarship, sponsored by the Ohio Board of regents will not be eligible for the MEM scholarship.Also, recipients of National Merit Scholarships of $4,000 or more will not be eligible.Application available at https://cfprograms.smapply.io/prog/mem.Awarded by a special countywide committee.Deadline:March 15 by 5:00 pm.

     

  27. SUSIE PARKER MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP. At least one $500 (minimum) scholarship will be awarded to a BHS graduating senior who has at least a 3.0 GPA and who has been accepted to an accredited four-year college or university in Ohio. The scholarship must be used for tuition only. These scholarships will be awarded by the Logan County District Library Board of Trustees. Deadline: First Monday in April.

     

  28. MARY RUTAN FOUNDATION MEDICAL CAREERS SCHOLARSHIPS. These scholarships ranging from $500-$2,500 are for Logan County residents and students who have been officially accepted into a medical career program (i.e. medicine, nursing, pharmacy, allied medical). Please note: Applicants enrolled in PRE-programs (pre-medicine, pre-nursing, or pre-allied medicine) do NOT qualify. Applications can be accessed at https://foundation.maryrutan.org/scholarships/.Scholarship recipient selections will be made in late May.Deadline:April 1.

     

  29. GUNNERY SERGEANT DAVID S. SPICER MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP. Gunnery Spicer was a proud Marine who loved his country and his family. On July 13, 2009, Gunnery Spicer was killed in action fighting in Afghanistan. This scholarship is valued at $1,000 and will be awarded to a Logan County graduating senior. Applicants must have at least a 3.0 GPA.All students are encouraged to apply as well as those attending a college through an ROTC Program.Deadline: April 7.

     

  30. STOLLY INSURANCE GROUP “SUCCEED” SCHOLARSHIP.Stolly Insurance Group is offering three $1,000 scholarships for the 2022-2023 school year.Any student graduating high school in 2023 who is a primary resident of Ohio and will enroll in post-secondary education for the 2023-2024 school year is eligible to apply.The committee will take into consideration current grades, extracurricular activities, leadership, work ethic, application, essay, and applicant’s commitment to continued education.Scholarship can be accessed at https://stolly.com/about/succeed-scholarship/.Deadline: February 17.

     

  31. V.F.W. POST #1080 SCHOLARSHIP. This $500 scholarship will be awarded on the basis of leadership, financial need, character, and scholastic ability. Applicants must have been accepted to a two- or four-year college, technical school, or a vocational school.Deadline:February 28.

     

  32. V.F.W. POST #1080 MEN’S AUXILIARY SCHOLARSHIP.This $500 will be awarded to a student who will be enrolled in either a two or four-year college, technical school, or vocational school.The scholarship will be awarded on the basis of leadership, financial need, character, and scholastic ability.Deadline:February 28.


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