Scholarships
Applications for all scholarships can be printed from the links below or apply online.
See Kelli if you have any questions.
Start on applications early! Give yourself plenty of time to finish all required parts of an application.
Keep a "cheat sheet" for yourself of your activities, awards, and accomplishments. This will help the process of filling out applications go faster.
Ask for letters of recommendation from someone who knows you. Ask early! Give them information like when you need the letter done, what information should be included, and what some of your activities/accomplishments/awards/jobs/volunteer work are that you feel are important and want mentioned in the letter.
Have a parent, friend, or teacher proof read essays. Spelling and grammar are important!
If possible, keep a copy of your essays. Some scholarships ask similar questions.
Revise completed essays instead of starting from scratch.
 Scholarships and GrantsDoing a little work early on can increase your chances for scholarships and grants.
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 Scholarships and Giveaways
As part of our mission to help Iowa students and families obtain the resources necessary to succeed in post secondary education, we reinvest funds in programs designed to benefit Iowa high school and college students and their parents, as well as borrowers serving in critical need areas.
With our expertise in borrowing for college and repaying student loan debt, we look for opportunities to educate Iowa's students and families on these important concepts.
We offer both ongoing programs and annual programs that occur at different times of year. Check back often to see if you qualify for current programs as well as new offerings.
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LendEDU
College is expensive. The rising costs of higher education has made it difficult for college students and families to afford an education. At LendEDU, we help students find financial aid, scholarships, and student loans. While our primary business is student loans, we try to help all of our students find other sources of funding before using student loan debt. Unlike student loans, scholarships/awards do not need to be paid back. Scholarships are free money and can go a long way when used correctly.
We are excited to offer our very own scholarship this upcoming Spring. The LendEDU Scholarship is a $1,000 scholarship award. Our scholarship can be used to cover any and all costs related to your education. The LendEDU Scholarship can be used to cover tuition, textbooks, room and board, and even living expenses. The LendEDU Scholarship will be awarded to 2 students this Spring.
Who is Eligible?
How to Apply At LendEDU, we stress the importance of students considering their future when choosing colleges to attend and managing money during their time on campus. To apply for the LendEDU Scholarship, you must answer the following simple question in 750 words or less. Please email your short essay in a document to [email protected].
"How do you plan to manage your finances in college and after graduation to be financially prosperous as a young adult?"
As college becomes more expensive, more students and their families are forced to take on student loan debt to fund their education. Many students, however, receive little personal finance education in high school and college and end up struggling when it comes time to start student loan repayment. This often leads to defaults and other struggles that can have implications that last a lifetime. What do you plan to do during college and after graduation to get yourself started on the right financial footing as a young adult? Still need to find money to help pay for college? Check out our private student loans guide to compare rates from our nation's top lenders!
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Letters of Recommendation: Some scholarships will require recommendation letters. Ask early!! Provide some information about you!! School Activities, Jobs, Volunteer/Charity work. |
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Need a transcript?? email: kelli.[email protected] If you need a transcript sent, please contact me with the name of the college and location. If you would like it emailed to an admissions counselor, please include the email address. Please allow at least 2-3 weeks for your transcript to be processed by your college if it is sent by mail.
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Senior Awards Wednesday May 15 approximately 7:00 pm -- after Baccalaureate (6:30) High School Gymnasium
We would like to recognize ALL seniors for their accomplishments.
If you have any questions, please email or stop in. --Kelli |
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Warth Insurance Agency Scholarships Deadline: April 30, 2024
Warth Insurance Agency is excited to offer TWO, $250.00 scholarships for high school seniors who will be attending a post-secondary school.
The Warth Insurance Agency Scholarship is available to any eligible graduating senior. The Warth Insurance 4H/FFA Scholarship is open to eligible 4H/FFA members who are graduating seniors. If the applicant qualifies for both scholarships, they may apply for both.
To be eligible, graduating seniors must meet the following requirements:
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Family Medicine of Mt. Pleasant P.C Scholarship
Deadline: April 30, 2024
Family Medicine of Mt. Pleasant P.C. (FMMP) is pleased to sponsor a one-time scholarship to be awarded to a high school graduating student desiring to further their education.
A check will be awarded to the recipient once their college or vocational school registration is confirmed. Applications are being accepted January-April 30. The recipient will be decided by all five members of the physician board at Family Medicine. The award will go to the applicant with the judged best answer based on the essay topic. Essays will be judged using the following criteria: thesis, organization, support and development of idea, insight into subject, clarity, style, and mechanics.
Senior Awards Wednesday May 15 approximately 7:00 pm -- after Baccalaureate (6:30) Please plan to attend if you have been awarded this scholarship. |
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Coach Bob Evans Memorial Scholarship Deadline: April 26, 2024
The Evans family will award a $ 500.00 scholarship in memory of Coach Bob Evans. The scholarship will be awarded on the basis of character and a passion for football.
On a separate sheet of paper provide the following information: Name & Address Parents / Guardians Grade Point & Class Rank Where you will continue your education after graduation Area of study you are considering A brief description of your most memorable time as a Mount Pleasant Panther Football player
List other activities that you participated in at Mt. Pleasant Community High School
2 letters of recommendation -- one from a teacher or administrator in the Mt. Pleasant Community School District and one letter from a person not employed by the school district.
Applications must be submitted to Mr. Scot Lamm (Activities Director) or Kelli Senior Awards Wednesday May 15 approximately 7:00 pm -- after Baccalaureate (6:30) Please plan to attend if you have been awarded this scholarship |
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JOHN WESLEY ESPY SCHOLARSHIP
Deadline: April 30, 2024
Application (return to Kelli)
The scholarship fund was established by Charles Espy Sr., IWC’32 & his sister, Rose Espy Glynn to honor their father, a school teacher and coal miner in rural Appanoose County, Iowa. John Wesley Espy was a lifelong learner and passionate lover of education with a desire to see young students succeed. The
fund was later nurtured by Charles Espy, Jr. IWC ’63, Jan Espy IWC’64 and Raymond Espy Glynn IWC’65. ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
Any High School Senior residing in Henry or Jefferson counties, Iowa will be considered if enrolled at an accredited post high school institution, including trade schools, community, private or public college or University within the state of Iowa.
Applicants must state why they are deserving of consideration. Awardees must demonstrate achieving a minimum 2.5 GPA. Prior recipients may be awarded additional scholarships, provided they demonstrate maintaining a minimum 2.5 GPA and include with their application a short report relaying their experiences during their prior academic year. These reports will be shared with the Espy Family residing in Fairfield, IA. The awarded scholarships shall, from year to year, average a distribution approximating seventy five percent (75%) to Henry County residents and twenty five percent (25%) to residents of Jefferson County. SELECTION
Applicants must submit a cover letter stating why they are deserving of consideration and a resume that includes grade point average, examples of leadership skills, listing of high school activities and college plans by April 30. Applications will then be reviewed by a team of administrators and teachers.
AWARDS
Four scholarships will be given this spring. Each recipient shall receive a minimum of five thousand dollars ($5,000.00) but not to exceed the per year cost of tuition.
Senior Awards Wednesday May 15 approximately 7:00 pm -- after Baccalaureate (6:30) Please plan to attend if you have been awarded this scholarship |
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Mt. Pleasant Business and Professional Women's Scholarship Deadline May 1, 2024
The Mt. Pleasant BPW Scholarship Fund has been established for the purpose of assisting a female resident of Henry County to continue her education. The scholarship payment will go directly to the college and may not be transferred to another college.
The scholarship award will be presented during their High School Awards ceremony by a BPW member. Scholarship funding will be variable depending on the funds available within the BPW organization and how many scholarships are awarded in that given year. The funding available will amount up to $1000 annually. An individual may apply each year but may only receive one award in a one-year time frame.
The BPW Scholarship Committee will evaluate each applicant according to the following criteria: Must be a female resident of Henry County. Must be a high school senior or has graduated from high school. If an applicant has already graduated, a resume must accompany the application. Application must be complete, if information is not applicable, please indicate it. Please include your transcript, with your GPA from high school or college, and two letters of recommendation. Scholarship is based on financial need and scholastic ability (2.0 minimum GPA required).
Senior Awards Wednesday May 15 approximately 7:00 pm -- after Baccalaureate (6:30) Please plan to attend if you have been awarded this scholarship |
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Mississippi Valley Regional Blood Center Scholarship Deadline May 1, 2024
The Mississippi Valley Regional Blood Center and the Mount Pleasant High School Student Council are offering a scholarship in the amount of $300.00 awarded to a graduating senior. The person does not have to be affiliated with Mississippi Valley Regional Blood Center, nor do they have to have been a person who has donated blood at any time. The award will be made out to the college/university and can be used for books/tuition/fees.
On a separate document, please provide the following information. Full name and address Parent(s) and/or Guardian(s) Grade Point and Class Rank College/University/Technical School you will attend Area of Study you will consider List of volunteer work done in the past year Please provide (2) letters of recommendation. One letter from a teacher/administrator at the school, and one letter from a person not affiliated with the school.
Please return application to Kelli. |