Scholarships

Applications can be found through our website.  All applications can be turned into the Guidance Office unless stated otherwise.

See Terri Benjamin for more information or if you have any questions. It is important to check daily for new scholarships as they come in.

If dates are from last year it means the scholarship has not updated yet for this year.  Check often for updates!!

PLEASE SEE SCHOLARSHIP LINKS TO SEE ADDITIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!


OCTOBER

October 13, 2023 – Missouri Cattleman’s Scholarship:  Application must be postmarked by October 13, 2023.  Visit www.mocattle.com/scholarshipprogram for details.

October 17, 2023 – Wendy’s Heisman Scholarship:  Application is due by 3:00PM.    Criteria is as follows:
  • Student must have a 3.0 GPA or better
  • Participate in at least one of the 27 MSHSAA eligible school sponsored sports
  • Graduating with the class of 2024
  • Be a leader and role model for underclassmen

www.wendysheisman.com


 


 

 

 

October 31, 2023 – VFW Voice of Democracy

  • Any student 9-12
  • Competes at local level, then winners move on to higher levels

All entries must be sent to the local VFW Post to be eligible.

https://www.vfw.org/VOD


NOVEMBER:

 

November 1, 2023- National FFA Scholarship Opens

Select the following link to apply.  National FFA Scholarship

 

 

 

 

 

 

November 10,  2023 – MSBA Future Builders Scholarship – Applicants are judged on the basis of academic performance and extracurricular activities.  Start at local level and move to statewide award.  Click the following link to access the application.  Dates will be different than application states due to School Board having to select one student to move on to the next level.

Belcher Application for 2023-24

Rubrics for Belcher Scholarship

 

 

 

November 13, 2023: ELK’S NATIONAL FOUNDATION2023  MOST VALUABLE STUDENT SCHOLARSHIP – Deadline is November 13 , 2023

  • Visit the following link to apply. Click on the 2024 MVS application link. Enter your email address to register.
  • Application will be judged on Scholarship, Leadership and Financial Need
  • You must print off you application and give a copy to Terri Benjamin in the Guidance Office to be included in the local scholarship.  The online is only for the National level.

www.elks.org/enf/scholars

 

 


 

 

 

 

 


DECEMBER:

 

December 1, 2023 – The Hagan Scholarship – go ONLINE to www.hsfmo.org and download application to apply.

Opens September 1, 2023

 

 

 

 

December 1, 2023 – Eldon Community Teachers Association (CTA) and Central Region Teachers Association Scholarship:

Eldon Community Teachers Association will award one non-renewable $500 scholarship to current year graduates that intend to enroll full time at a Missouri college or university in preparation for the teaching profession. The recipient of this scholarship will be considered for one of three non-renewable $500 scholarships from the Central Region Teachers Association. Application and instructions can be downloaded by following this link.

 

 

CTA/MSTA Application

 

 

 

December 19, 2023 – Dr. Darrell “Jack” Holley/MUSIC Scholarship:

*** The scholarship link will show a due date of February 16th.  Applications must first be submitted to the guidance office in order to be presented to the School Board on 12/20/23  for selection prior to the February 16th deadline.  Only 1 application will move to the next level.

 

  • All applications must be typed, no handwritten applications will be considered.
  • Must include a copy of your official high school transcript including your ACT or SAT scores.
  • Must include a letter of recommendation from a district administrator, counselor or teacher. (submit only one)
  • Recipients will be posted on the MUSIC website (http://www.musicprogram.org).

Click the following link for an application, submit applications to the Guidance Office

Dr. Darrell Jack Holley MUSIC Scholarship

 

 

 

 

 

 

JANUARY:

 

 

January 1, 2024 – Open date for Community Foundation of the Ozarks Scholarships: (Close date March 24, 2024)

Scholarships for the Eldon High School are the following:

  • Griswold, Harrison and Barrow
  • Clara Bowline
  • Donald & Phoebe Williams Nursing
  • Dr. Fred Enloe Dental
  • Eldon Booster Club
  • Eldon FFA/Ryan Fountain
  • Eldon Lions Club
  • Geraldine Haldiman
  • Jerry A & Billie J. Setser
  • Lewis Short
  • Marion C. Harvey
  • O.G. James
  • Theodore Winge
  • Van Landuyt-Weil

You must read How to Apply for Scholarships below in order to apply, then follow the link to apply.  Make sure you print your confirmation page as you will only see it 1 time.

How to Apply for Scholarships

 

 

 

 

January 4, 2024 – GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship Program

Open to all high school seniors who embody the characteristics of President Ronald Reagan at school, in the community, in the workplace, and at home.  Recipients receive $10,000 renewable scholarship – up to $40,000 per student.  Visitwww.reaganfoundation.org/scholarships to apply.

 

 

 

 

January 7, 2024 – Mizzou Alumni Scholarship: Applications can be completed ONLINE at the below link – Deadline for submission is January 7, 2024.

 

MIZZOU Alumni Scholarship

 

 

 

 

 

 


 

 

 

January 11, 2024- National FFA Scholarship

Select the following link to apply.  National FFA Scholarship

 

 

 

 

 

 

January 12, 2024 – JOHN F. KENNEDY Profiles in Courage Essay Contest: 

 

  • This scholarships award is open to high-school students nine through twelve.
  • All students must register online at www.jfklibrary.org – lst place winter receives a $5,000 cash award and $5,000 to grow in a John Hancock 528 College Savings Plan, Second place winner receives $1,000 and there will be five finalists $500.

 

 

 

 

 

 

January 16, 2024 – MO State Fair Foundation Youth in Agriculture Scholarship:

Individuals must have participated in the Missouri State Fair as a youth exhibitor in the FFA or 4-H divisions. Must be a high school senior at time the application is submitted and be an active member. Must enroll in an accredited college or university in the state of Missouri. Youth members who have sold livestock in any past Sale of Champions at the MO State Fair are not eligible for this scholarship.  Click on the following link to access the application.

Youth in Agriculture Scholarship

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

January 19th, 2024 – Optimist International Essay Contest.

The Optimist offer 2 contest.  One is an essay contest and one is an Oratorical Contest.  See Terri in the Guidance office for application and rules.

 

 

 

 

January 31, 2024 – National Society Daughters of the American Revolution:  

Multiple scholarships are available, click the following link for details.

NSDAR Scholarship Link

 

 

 

 

 

January 31, 2024 – Delta Kappa Gamma, Tau Chapter, Virginia Housman Memorial Recruitment Grant:

Open to  any senior female with an education major or related field.  Must exhibit financial need.  Applicant must show academic ability/involvement.  Application can be found at the following link.

Delta Kappa Gamma Link

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

January 31, 2024– Ed Stegner natural Resource Scholarship

Ed Stegner Natural Resource Scholarships were established to provide major financial aid to encourage and assist students in five areas of natural resource management:  fisheries, forestry, wildlife, parks and recreation and soil and water conservation.  Visithttp://www.moswcs.org/scholarship/ to apply.


 

 

FEBRUARY:


 

 

 

 

February 1, 2024 ESA Foundation Scholarship (Epsilon Sigma Alpha)

The ESA Foundation offers more than 260 scholarships this year for students in the United States, as well as internationally, who meet the criteria of individual endowments.  Click the following link for access to the application.

Epsilon Sigma Alpha Scholarship and Grants

 

 

 

February 1, 2023 – James L and Nellie M. Westlake Scholarship Program (NOT AVAILABLE FOR 2024)

Scholarship awards will cover the cost of tuition, plus approximately $2000 additional to cover the cost of fees, books, and supplies.  See the following link for eligibility and application:

Westlake Scholarship Application

 

 

 

 


 

 

 

February 9, 2024 – Three Rivers Electric – Gilbert G. Hilkemeyer Scholarship:

  • Student must be a high school senior.
  • Parent or legal guardian must be a Three Rivers Electric Cooperative member.
  • Selection is based on interview, GPA, ACT scores, church and community activities, and letters of recommendation.

Visit the following link for a downloadable application:

Hilkemeyer Scholarship 2024 doc

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

February 15, 2024 – MFA Foundation Scholarship:

Open to any senior that is interested in furthering his/her education by engaging in studies relating to agriculture or other fields of study that benefit rural life.

Click the following to download a copy of the application.

MFA Foundation

 

 

 

 

February 16, 2024 – Optimist International Oratorical Contest.

See Terri in the Guidance Office for applications and rules.

 

 

 

 

 

 

February 16,  2024 – MO Corn Growers Scholarship

Please see the following link for guidelines and application.  Deadline to be postmarked no later than February 16, 2024.  If you want the Guidance Office to mail them, please have them turned in no later than February 15, 2024.

MO Corn Growers

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

February 20, 2024 – Farm Kids for College Scholarship:

Open to Seniors who plan to pursue agriculture-related degrees. Student must pursue degrees from accredited college or universities.  This is a non-renewable freshman scholarship.  Click the following link to access the application.

 

National Farmers Scholarship

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

February 23, 2024 -Central MO  Master Gardener Scholarships

  • HS Senior studying Horticulture, Agriculture, Conservation or Forestry
  • GPA of 3.0 or Higher

Click the link below for a downloaded application.

 

 

 

 

 

 

February 26, 2024 – Miller County Democrat Committee Barbara Wright Scholarship

Open to all seniors that reside in Miller County and are continuing their education.  One scholarship will be available for $500.00.  You must fill out the attached application page and submit the documentation that is required.  Please turn into the Guidance Office by 2/26/24.

 

Miller County Democrat Committee Scholarship

 

 

 

 

 


 

 

MARCH:

March 1, 2024 – The American Legion Eagle Scout of the Year – 

  • Nominee must be a registered, active member of a Boy Scout Troop, Varsity Scout Team, or Venturing Crew chartered to an American Legion post.
  • Received the Eagle Scout Award, be an active member of his religious institution and received the appropriate Boy Scout religious emblem.
  • Have demonstrated practical citizenship in church, school, scouting, and community.

Eagle Scout of the Year Application


 

 

 

 

 

March 1, 2024 – Farm Credit System Scholarship

Open to Missouri high school seniors whose parents or grandparents are customers of FCS Financial.  Applicants will be judged on leadership roles, work experience, community involvement, knowledge of agriculture and finance.  You must meet the following qualifications: You must be a child or grand child of an FCS Financial member and one of the following;

  • GPA of 2.5 or higher
  • ACT of 26 or rank in the top 20% of their senior class
  • (you must meet only 1 of the 3 criteria)

visit the FCS website for more information.

 


 

March 1, 2024 – Fresh Start Animal Outreach Scholarship

 

Open to all 2024 graduates that are planning on pursuing a career as a Veterinary Technician or Veterinarian.   There is a scholarship for Vet Tech or Veterianarian.  Click the following links to see criteria for both scholarships.  Please fill out the application below and turn into the Guidance Office by March 1, 2024

 

Fresh Start Vet Tech Scholarship Criteria

Fresh Start Veterinary Medicine Scholarship Criteria

Fresh Start Animal Outreach Application

 

 

 

 

March 1, 2024 – State Fair Community College:

If you have been accepted at State Fair Community College you are eligible to file out the general application to be eligible for their scholarships they offer, which are numerous.  Click the following link for access to the site.

https://sfccmo.academicworks.com

 

 

 

 

March 1, 2024 – Vantage Credit Union-Quest for Education Scholarship:

Go to the following link to see if you qualify: Vantage Credit Union-Quest for Education

 

 

 

 

 

March 1, 2024 – MO Bankers Association Scholarship;

Click the following link for MBA applications and qualifications.

 

MBA Scholarship

 

 

March 4, 2024 – Eldon Family Chiropractic Scholarship

Eldon Family Chiropractic is offering a health scholarship.  This $1000 scholarship aims to bring financial assistance to a student planning on pursuing the health and wellness field, with a preference to those with interest in holistic medicine.

EFC Scholarship

 

 

 

March 9, 2024- MO Women’s Golf Association Scholarship

To apply go to MWGEA page to apply.

MWGEA website

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


 

 

 

March 11, 2024 – Charles, Elaine and Chuck Blum Scholarship;

 

The Charles, Elaine and Chuck Blum Scholarship has been established for a graduating senior of Eldon High School.  Applicants that are members of the First Christian Church will have priority.  If now First Christian Church has no graduating seniors then it will be opened up to All seniors of Eldon High School.  Criteria includes;

  • Plans to pursue a post-high school education.
  • Is in need of financial assistance (submit FAFSA).
  • Demonstrate Christian principles, citizenship, integrity and good character.
  • Show determination to complete career goal.
  • Have a GPA of at least 2.5.

Please submit the following;

  • Complete, accurate application
  • Copy of EHS transcript
  • 2 letters of recommendation, including one from a teacher
  • Resume

Click the following link for a copy of the scholarship application and full guidelines;

Charles, Elaine and Chuck Blum Guidelines

Charles-Elaine-and-Chuck-Blum-Scholarship-application-2024

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

March 15, 2024– Lake Ozark Rotary Club Scholarship:

Open to any senior.  Download the following application and return to the Guidance Office.  You must turn in a FAFSA report along with the application.

 

Lake Ozark Rotary 2024

 

 

 

 

 

March 15, 2024 – Bittersweet Garden Club

  • 2024 graduating senior
  • Must have a B average
  • Plan to major in one of the following fields of study: Agronomy, Agriculture Education, Floriculture, Horticulture, Landscape Design, Botany/Biology, Forestry, Wildlife Science, Plant Pathology/Science, City (Rural & Urban) Planning, Habitat or Forest/Systems Ecology,  Environmental Concerns, Environmental Conservation, Land Management, and/or other related or allied subjects.

Click the following link for a downloadable application.

 

Bittersweet Garden Club Scholarship Application

 

 

 

 

 

 

March 15, 2024 – Horatio Alger Association Scholarship  Apply online to www.horatioalger.org for more information.

 

 

 

 

 

 

March 15, 2024 – Infuze Credit Union:

Open to eligible high school seniors who plan to continue their education at a university, college or technical school.  You must be an Infuze Credit Union in Motion Club member to be eligible.  Click the following link for a downloadable application.

Infuze Credit Union Scholarship

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

March 21, 2024 – Lake Ozark Daybreak Rotary Club Scholarship

Open to all seniors. Click the following link for an application. Do not attach any transcript or letter of recommendations.  Turn in application only.

 

 

 

March 22, 2024 – Women Legislators of Missouri Scholarship

Open to all female seniors residing in Missouri.  Click the following for an application:

 

 

 

 

 

 

March 22, 2024 – Good Shepard Care Center & Laurie Care Center Nursing Home Scholarship:

Available to any senior that is seeking nursing or medical degree. Click the following link to access the application;

Good Shepherd Care Center_Laurie Care Center scholarship

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

March 25, 2024 – Don Bledsoe Memorial Scholarship-

1. You must be a high school senior who attends Eldon High School.
2. You must be an active member of the Eldon FFA Chapter and enrolled in an agriculture
course.
3. You must be planning to major in an agriculture-related field at a four-year university or
community college.
4. You must fully complete the application and answer the essay questions.
5. Please attach a copy of transcript in a sealed envelope.
6. You must enclose a letter of reference from a teacher or faculty member in a sealed
envelope.

 

Don Bledsoe Memorial Scholarship

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

March 25, 2024 – Quaker Window Scholarship:

  • Applicant must be a high school senior
  • Preference will go to applicant that has a  parent/legal guardian currently working at Quaker Window Products or the applicant is an employee of Quaker Window Products within the previous year.

Click the following link for a downloadable application.

 

TMK Memorial Scholarship 2024

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

March 26, 2024–(Link will say March 29th but we have to have it mailed to reach them by March 29thst Or scanned as a PDF and emailed.

MO Credit Union Scholarships: Pauline “Pat” Miles, Alan T. Busby, Anthony W. Lampe, and Harold “Hal” G. Virgen : 

Applicant selection will be based on:

  • Financial need.
  • Scholastic achievement.
  • Extracurricular activities.
  • Parent or student must be Credit Union members

 

Applicant must print and complete MCU’s online application at

https://missouricu.org/college-scholarships

 

 

 

 

 

APRIL:

 

April 1, 2024 –(Application will state 3/29/24, but we are not in school that day so please turn in by 4/1/24). Eldon Chapter National Society Daughters of the American Revolution Scholarship:

Open to all seniors that will be attending an accredited college or university in Missouri.  Student must be a citizen of the United States and a resident of the State of Missouri.  To obtain an application click the following link.

DAR School Scholarship Letter 2024

DAR Scholarship Application 2024

 

 

 

April 1, 2024 – Newkirk-Haynes Nursing Scholarship

Scholarship is available to any 2024 senior that is seeking a nursing degree.  Please click the following for a downloadable application and criteria.

 

Newkirk-Haynes Guidelines

Newkirk-Haynes Application

 

 

 

April 1, 2024 – Blanche Laffey Memorial Scholarship (Eldon Garden Club Scholarship):
  • Applicant must be planning to enroll in an accredited four-year college or university, a technical school, or junior college for the fall term of the current year.  Applicants are limited to those who plan to study horticulture, plant science, conservation, forestry, Food Science, Turf Management and Landscaping.
  • Applicants must attend Eldon High School.
  • Applicants should have at least a grade point average of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale.
  • Each scholarship must be used within nine months after receiving the award.
  • Selection of the recipient will be by the Eldon Garden Club Scholarship committee.  Selection will be based on achievement and career goals.

Click the following link for a downloadable application.

Blanche Laffey scholarship 2024

Eldon Common Application

 

 

 

 

 

April 1, 2024 – High Point Community Renewal Association “Lucy Papen Memorial Scholarship”:  If you want the Guidance Office to mail your application, please turn it into the Guidance Office by March 29, 2024

  • Open to any graduate of High Point Elementary School that attended for a minimum of four years
  • Must have a 3.0 or higher GPA
  • Must be enrolled as a full time student in an accredited college or university

Click the following link for an application.

High Point Community Renewal 2024 Scholarship

 

 

 

April 1, 2024 – Merrell University – Cosmetology or Esthetics Scholarships

Enroll before November 1, 2024 and be one of the outstanding students to receive a $1000.00 scholarship towards tuition to Merrell University. You can  go to Merrell University website for more information or to fill out your application online. Or click the link below for a downloadable copy.

 

Merrell University Scholarship

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


April 3, 2024 – Stark Caverns

$5000 scholarship is available to 2024 graduates that have a minimum 3.0 GPA and 24 or higher ACT score and must demonstrate good character.  This is a renewable scholarship.  You must fill out the linked common app and answer additional questions listed on the guideline page.  Turn in to the Guidance Office by end of day on April 3, 2024.

 

Stark Caverns Common App

Stark Caverns Scholarship Guidelines

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

April 3, 2024 – Central Bank of Lake of the Ozarks Scholarship:

Open to all seniors furthering their education.  Applications can be obtained from the following link.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

April 4, 2024 – Larry and Joanne Duncan AG Scholarship

Open to all 2024 Eldon High School Seniors.  Applications can be downloaded by clicking the following link or stop by the Guidance Office and pick up a copy.

Criteria:

  • Potential for completion of studies
  • Student should have applied and been accepted to an accredited college or university
  • Must be an Ag major
  • Scholarship money will be paid directly to recipients’ school

 

 

 

 

 

April 5, 2024 – Eldon Noble Eagles Scholarship:
Open to all 2024 Eldon High School Seniors.  Applications can be downloaded by clicking the following link or stop by the Guidance Office and pick up a copy.

 

 

 

April 5, 2024 – National Honor Society

Open to all senior NHS members that are in good standing.  Application can be downloaded at the following link.

NHS scholarship common application

 


 

April 5, 2024 – Carl H. Martin Scholarship;  

A one time scholarship for $5000 will go to a senior in the class of 2024 that is majoring in Mathematics or Science.  You must have at least a 2.5 GPA.  Provide enrollment in you college or university of choice.  Please fill out the following application and turn into Terri in the Guidance Office.

Carl H. Martin Scholarship 2024

 

 

 

April 5, 2024 – Community and School Coaching Scholarship:

  • Must be a 2024 graduate
  • Applicant must be planning to enroll in an accredited four year college or university, a technical school, or junior college for the fall term of the current year.
  • Applicant must have the intention of coaching during their career.

Click the following link for a downloadable application or stop by the Guidance Office and pick up a copy.

Community and School Coaching Scholarship

 

 

 

 

April 5, 2024 – MOCA Hope Head Start Scholarship

  • Must be a 2024 high school graduating senior
  • Must live in one of the following counties:  Camden, Crawford, Laclede, Gasconade, Maries, Miller, Phelps or Pulaski County.
  • Must have been enrolled in and attend a Head Start Pre-school program

MOCA HOPE Head Start Scholarship Application

 

April 8, 2024 – Howard & Linda Scrivner Family Scholarship

Open to any 2024 senior that will be attending a 2 year trade school.  Must have a 2.0 or higher GPA. Must provide enrollment

for scholarship payment.  See criteria for examples of qualified trades.

Howard and Linda Scrivner Family Scholarship Criteria

Howard & Linda Scrivner Family Scholarship Application

 

April 10, 2024 – AMVETS Ladies Auxiliary Scholarship

  • Must submit a brief resume on his/her employment, objectives and goals for the future
  • One letter of recommendation from a teacher, advisor, counselor on school stationary.
  • Submit a copy of transcript
  • A signed copy of the privacy act.
  • Copy of FAFSA
  • A completed application

 

AMVETS-LADIES-AUXILIARY-GUIDELINES

AMVETS LADIES AUXILARY APPLICATION

 

 

 

 

 

April 12, 2024 – Theresa Harriet (TH) Carr Schick Scholarship:

Open to seniors from Eldon High School. Must be involved in vocal music or band.  Must plan to attend a four year college and major in Education/Music.  Music majors will have first priority.

 

Please provide the following information in a type written form, and include with the attached application.

  1. A letter of recommendation from a music instructor and one other teacher.
  2. A listing of all extracurricular activities including all music classes, organizations, awards and accomplishments.
  3. A short essay about your experience in the music field, your plans to use this scholarship and the value of music in your life.

Theresa Harriet (TH) Carr Schick application 2024

 

 

 

 

 

 

April 12, 2024 – Laura Dinwiddie Memorial Scholarship:

Open to all 2024 Eldon High School Seniors.  Applications can be downloaded by clicking the following link.

 

Laura Dinwiddie Memorial Scholarship

 

 

 

 

 

 

April 14,  2024  – Close date for Community Foundation of the Ozarks Scholarships: 

Scholarships for the Eldon High School are the following:

  • Griswold, Harrison and Barrow
  • Catrina Runyan Scholarship
  • Clara Bowline
  • Donald & Phoebe Williams Nursing
  • Eldon Booster Club
  • Eldon FFA/Ryan Fountain
  • Eldon Lions Club
  • Geraldine Haldiman
  • Jerry A & Billie J. Setser
  • Lewis Short
  • Marion C. Harvey
  • O.G. James
  • Theodore Winge
  • Van Landuyt-Weil

You must read How to Apply for Scholarships below in order to apply, then follow the link to apply.  Make sure you print your confirmation page as you will only see it 1 time.

How to Apply for Scholarships

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

April 15, 2024- Bridal Cave Scholarship

Open to all 2024 Eldon High School Seniors.  Applications can be downloaded buy clicking the following Link:  Please include a transcript.

 

Bridal Cave Scholarship

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

April 15, 2024 – Citizens Bank

Applicant must demonstrate a willingness to work to help himself/herself financially, has he/she worked to contribute to his/her education?

Criteria for Selection of Winners:

  • Must show financial need.
  • Must rank in upper one third (1/3) of class.
  • Academic scholarship.
  • Potential for completion of studies.
  • Student should have applied and been accepted to an accredited college or university.
  • Scholarship money will be paid directly to recipients’ school by semester.
  • One alternate will be selected.

Applications can be found by clicking the following link:

Citizens Bank Scholarship Application

 


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

April 15, 2024 – Lake Area Master Gardener Scholarship:

• Applicants must submit a completed application package.
• Applicants may be in the final year of high school, be a high school graduate, or
be enrolled in an accredited institution of higher education, including technical
schools.
• Applicants must have a current GPA of 2.5 or greater on a 4.0 scale.
• Applicants must plan to pursue a major relating to horticulture, landscape design,
environmental sciences, forestry, entomology, botany, agriculture, or other
related field. Preference will be given to applicants interested in plant sciences.
• Upon request, applicants must participate in an interview. Scholarship recipients
who are applying for renewal may also be asked to participate in an interview.

Click the following link for application

Lake Area Master Gardener Scholarship

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

April 15, 2024 – Miller County Farm Bureau:(Application will say 4/15/24 but if you want us to deliver them please turn in by 8:30AM on 4/15/24.

  • A resident of Miller County
  • Ag background (live on a farm or involved in 4-H or FFA)
  • Will attend a college or technical school
  • Ag major preferred (other areas of study will be considered)
  • Parents are Farm Bureau members or are willing to join Farm Bureau

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Farm Bureau Scholarship

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

April 17, 2024 – Shawn Gerber Memorial Scholarship:

This one time scholarship will be awarded to a 2024 graduate who is a member of the Eldon FFA chapter with plans to attend a technical or trade school.  You must have a 3.0 or higher GPA.   Click the following link for the application.

Shawn Gerber Memorial Scholarship

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

April 18, 2024 – Susan Kriegshauser Education Scholarship:

  • Applicants must be a member of the graduating class of 2024 and have attended the Eldon School District for a minimum of 4 years (total during K-12)
  • Plan to attend an accredited university, college, or community college to pursue a degree in education
  • Have a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher (weighted or non-weighted)

 

 

 

 

 

Susan Kriegshauser Scholarship 2024

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

April 18, 2024 – Hamels Foundation Scholarships

This Scholarship is for any Eldon High School graduating senior with a desire to continue their education.  Winners will be determined by the Hamels Foundation.  Applications must be turned in by April 18th to the Guidance Office.  The Hamels Foundation is a non-profit organization founded by ’08 World Series MVP Pitcher for the Philadelphia Phillies, Cole Hamels and his wife Heidi (Strobel) Hamels.  The Hamels Foundation believes education is the answer to poverty.  Applications can be obtained by clicking the following links.  Please print the application and cover page after typing your responses.

 

Hamels Foundation Cover Page

Hamels Foundation Scholarship Application

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

April 19, 2024 – Class of 1960 Scholarship

 

The class of 1960 is offering a scholarship in honor of their longtime music teacher Geraldine Haldiman.  Mrs. Haldiman instilled in students the love of music.  This scholarship is open for education majors with preference going to a music major.  You must be enrolled in a 2 or 4 year college.  Minimum GPA is 2.5.  Please type the attached application and turn into the guidance office by April 19, 2024.

 

Class of 1960 Music Scholarship

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 April 20, 2024 –  “The American Legion Scholarships”

  • Students must be a resident of Missouri, under the age of 21, unmarried and a descendant of a veteran with at least ninety days active service in any form of military branch who received an Honorable Discharge for such service.
  • A photocopy of the veteran’s DD214, discharge or separation notice must accompany the scholarship application.
  • Additional requirements for each scholarship are on the reverse side of the application.
  • Applications for all scholarships listed can be found at the following website.

Legion Scholarships Link

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

April 25, 2024 – Eldon Friends of Music:

Student must have participated in the Eldon High School music program.  Selection is based on point system of accumulated number of points over four years of participation.  Student must be planning to major in music at an accredited college in one of the following areas, Education, Performance, Business or Therapy.  The scholarship is $400.00 for on year, payable to the college by semester, student should have a 3.0 overall GPA.  This scholarship is non-renewable.  Click the following link to download the application.

Friends of Music Scholarship

 

 

 

April 25, 2024 – Gary Marriott Scholarship:

Open to all 2024 Eldon High School Seniors.  Applications can be downloaded by clicking the following link or stop by the Guidance Office and pick up a copy.

Criteria:

  • Potential for completion of studies
  • Student should have applied and been accepted to an accredited college or university
  • Scholarship money will be paid directly to recipients’ school

Gary Marriott Scholarship Application

 

 

April 26, 24 – Lake Regional Hospital Healthcare Scholarship:

Open to any senior that will be going into the nursing field.  Click the following link for a downloadable application.

 

Lake Regional Hospital Nursing Scholarship

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

April 29, 2024 – John and June Beard Family Scholarship

Requirements:  Applicants must meet the following criteria:

  • Been a member of Eldon HIgh School band and/or choir during high school and,
  • Been a member of Eldon High School theater, drama, and/or speech & debate during high school and,
  • Been a member of a MSHSAA Eldon High School sports team/activity during high school.

Please click the following link to access the applications and cover sheet.

John and June Beard Family Scholarship

 

 

MAY:

May 1, 2023, Lake Area Chamber of Commerce Business Scholarship:

The Lake Area Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce that scholarships are now available for 2023 graduating
high school seniors pursuing further education in business. At least one $1,000 scholarship will be awarded. This
scholarship is being made available through generous contributions of the Lake Area Chamber of Commerce member
businesses to develop and support future business and community leaders. Applicants must be employed by a member
business, possess a minimum GPA of 2.75, provide proof of acceptance in a business, or business-affiliated program
(such as marketing etc) at an accredited 2 or 4 year college/university or an accredited post-secondary technical school.  Please click the following link to access the application.  Turn in your applications to Terri in the Guidance Office by 3pm, May 1st.

2023-Chamber-Business-Scholarship

 

May 24, 2024 – Michal Flottman Scholarship Fund:

The criteria and application are available in the guidance office or you may click the following link for a downloadable application.  Application will shows it must be received by June 1, 2024, so we need mailing time.

 

Michal Flottman Scholarship 2024

 

 

 

JUNE:

 

June 1, 2023 – Stephen and Helen Drysdale Memorial Scholarship:

The criteria and application are available in the guidance office or you may click the following for a downloadable application.

 

Stephen and Helen Drysdale Criteria

Stephen and Helen Drysdale Memorial Scholarship

 

 


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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