Each year millions of dollars are awarded to high school seniors planning on attending college the following fall. Scholarships are awarded nationally, locally and by school district. Below we have listed some good websites to help you in your search for national scholarships. We also have included a listing of some local scholarships available as well. In many instances Apollo does not receive information on local scholarships and those specifically given only to students from a particular school district. So, we strongly encourage you to speak with your home school guidance counselor and check the guidance portion of your home school's websites. Direct links to each member district's guidance site are listed below.

Remember to be sure to check with any organization or company of which you and/or your parent(s) are affiliated. Many companies or unions have scholarship opportunities available for children of employees. In addition, if you as a student are employed, don't forget to check with your employer. Many student employers have scholarship money available. For example, there are a number of scholarships for individuals who have worked as a golf caddie, etc. Also, be sure to explore scholarships in the following categories: Banks, churches, credit unions, clubs, unions, and volunteer organizations.

NATIONAL SCHOLARSHIP SEARCH ENGINES

Fast Web - Offers personalized matching of scholarships to your unique profile, has links to millions of scholarships worth billions of dollars available, and new scholarships are added every day, all year long.

College Answer - Your search will provide access to an award database that contains more than 2.9 million scholarships worth over 16 billion dollars , and is expanded and updated daily. Sallie Mae's search combines superior search technology with highly accurate scholarship information.

United Negro College Fund - You can use this site to search through hundreds of scholarship and grant programs administered by the United Negro College Fund. You will have access to both UNCF scholarships and scholarships administered by many other organizations. Use our advanced search feature to find a scholarship program that matches your academic interests and career goals.

Broke Scholar - BrokeScholar is the home of 650,000 scholarship award listings. Members can use this free service to apply for billions of scholarship and grant dollars. Tell them about yourself and what you're into, and they'll match your profile to scholarships that apply specifically to you. After you check out your scholarship results, use their tools to stay organized and make the application process easier.

Adventures In Education - Provides a web site and other free resources to students, parents, counselors, and educators, AIE encourages individuals to discover and pursue educational opportunities. AIE promotes a better tomorrow by preparing students and families for the adventure today.

School Soup - Providing students with scholarships and other financial aid options.

MORE OPPORTUNITIES

LIMA CAMPUS COLLEGE FAIR - Tuesday, November 1 from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m.  Over 60 college and universites are expected to attend.  It will be held on the campus of Rhodes State College and The Ohio State University at Lima in the Cook Hall Gymnasium.  There will also be a session covering Admissions and Financial Aid at 5:30 p.m. in Reed Hall, Room 102.

Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation Scholarship

Elks National Foundation - Awards 250 college scholarships worth $4,000 to the children and grandchildren of Elks members. Applicants will be judged on the core values of the Elks National Foundations, which are: Knowledge, charity, community service, integrity.

Elks Emergency Educational Grants - Available to students who come from families where an Elk parent is deceased or totally disabled.

Ohio Elks Association Educational Grants - Thirty-six $1,000 grants will be awarded to individuals desiring to continue their education at a Career or Technology Institution.

Elks Most Valuable Student Scholarship - This contest takes into account three specific areas being: academic achievement, school and community involvement, and financial need. The Lima Lodge No. 54 will be awarding six (6) two thousand dollar scholarships to three area agirls and three area boys. The contest is directed to students planning to continue their post high school education at a college or university in pursuit of a bachelor's degree or higher. Email limalodge54@midohio.twcbc.com or djs134@wcoil.com with any questions.

HOME SCHOOL GUIDANCE SITES

Please remember to check with your home school counselor and/or their website for scholarships specifically for students from your school.

Ada
Allen East
Bath
Bluffton
Columbus Grove
Elida
Hardin Northern
Perry
Shawnee
Spencerville
Wapakoneta