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.
Dates are listed in due date order, 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 31, 2024 – 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.
NOVEMBER:
November 1, 2024- National FFA Scholarship Opens
Select the following link to apply. National FFA Scholarship
November 11, 2024 – 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 processing applications and School Board having to select one student to move on to the next level.
MSBA Future Builders Belcher Scholarship
Scoring Rubric.2024.2025 MSBA Scholarship
November 12, 2024: ELK’S NATIONAL FOUNDATION – 2025 MOST VALUABLE STUDENT SCHOLARSHIP – Deadline is November 12 , 2024
- Visit the following link to apply. Click on the 2025 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.
MVP Elks Scholarship Application
November 22, 2024 – 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.
DECEMBER:
December 1, 2024 – The Hagan Scholarship – go ONLINE to www.hsfmo.org and download application to apply.
Opens September 1, 2024
JANUARY:
January 1, 2025 – Open date for Community Foundation of the Ozarks Scholarships: (Close date March 16, 2025)
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.
***If you are awarded a scholarship through CFO you must log into you CFO account and activate your award. The deadline will be sent through your personal email. DO NOT USE YOUR SCHOOL EMAIL.
January 3, 2025 – 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 9, 2025- National FFA Scholarship
Select the following link to apply. National FFA Scholarship
January 15, 2025 – Dr. Darrell “Jack” Holley/MUSIC Scholarship:
*** The scholarship link will show a due date of February 14th. Applications must first be submitted to the guidance office in order to be presented to the School Board on 1/22/25 for selection prior to the February 14th 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
January 15, 2025 – Karen D. Brinkman Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship is for students who attend/graduated from an approved program of
study in Missouri (as stated in Missouri statute, RSMO 167.031 – includes public, private, and
home school) or from Wayne City High School in Illinois. The student need not be a SWCS
member. Applicants must be in their senior year of high school, or in a full-time undergraduate
academic study. They must major in a conservation or natural resource-related field such as soil
science, land use planning, forestry, wildlife management, fisheries, agricultural engineering,
hydrology, rural sociology, agronomy, water management, agricultural economics, biology,
agricultural education, or related environmental protection or resource management curricula.
Applicants must attend, or plan to attend, a college or university that is properly accredited by
national or regional accrediting bodies, or their equivalence. Financial need will not be a factor in selection.
Click the following link for an application;
Karen_D_Brinkman_Scholarship Info 2025
Karen Brinkman Scholarship app 2025
January 17, 2025 – 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 17th, 2025 – 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, 2025 – National Society Daughters of the American Revolution:
Multiple scholarships are available, click the following link for details.
January 31, 2025 – 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.
January 31, 2025– 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.
Visit the following link to apply;
If you get a error when pulling up this scholarship, at the bottom click on go to this page anyway.
FEBRUARY:
February 1, 2025 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, 2025 – James L and Nellie M. Westlake Scholarship Program (Opens December 11, 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 14, 2025 – 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.
February 14, 2025 – Optimist International Oratorical Contest.
See Terri in the Guidance Office for applications and rules.
February 15, 2025 – 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.
February 18, 2025 – 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.
February 28, 2025 -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.
Master Gardener Guidelines 2025
February 28, 2025 – Bittersweet Garden Club
- 2025 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.
MARCH:
March 1, 2025 – 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, 2025 – 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, 2025 – 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 7, 2025 – MO Bankers Association Scholarship;
Click the following link for MBA applications and qualifications.
March 8, 2025- MO Women’s Golf Association Scholarship
To apply go to MWGEA page to apply.
March 11, 2024 – Charles, Elaine and Chuck Blum Scholarship; (NOT AVAILABLE FOR 2025)
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 12, 2025 – Women Legislators of Missouri Scholarship
March 12, 2025 – 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.
- A letter of recommendation from a music instructor and one other teacher.
- A listing of all extracurricular activities including all music classes, organizations, awards and accomplishments.
- 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-Carr-Schick-Guide lines 2025
Theresa Harriet (TH) Carr Schick Scholarship 2025
March 14, 2025 – 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 14, 2025– 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.
March 15, 2025 – State Technical School Scholarships
March 16, 2025 – 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.
- Must include 2-3 letters of recommendation.
Visit the following link for a downloadable application:
Gilbert Hilkemeyer Scholarship 2025
March 16, 2025 – 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.
March 17, 2025 – Eldon FFA Alumni Leadership Scholarship
- Be a high school senior
- Must be a current FFA member
- Must not be majoring in Agriculture
- Must be going into a 4 year college or university
- Must attach an official transcript
- Must include an essay that states in 300 words or less, how FFA has impacted your life and career goals
- Applications must be submitted by March 17, 2025
Click the following link for a downloadable application.
Eldon FFA Alumni Leadership 2025
March 17, 2025 – Shawn Gerber Memorial Scholarship:
This one time scholarship will be awarded to a 2025 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
March 17, 2025 – 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 17, 2025 – Fresh Start Animal Outreach Scholarship
Open to all 2025 graduates that are planning on pursuing a career as a Veterinary Technician or Veterinarian. There is a scholarship for Vet Tech or Veterinarian. Click the following links to see criteria for both scholarships. Please fill out the application below and turn into the Guidance Office by 1, 2025
Fresh Start Vet Tech Scholarship Criteria
Fresh Start Veterinary Medicine Scholarship Criteria
Fresh Start Animal Outreach Application
March 20, 2025 – Lake Ozark Daybreak Rotary Club Scholarship
March 21, 2025 – 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, 2025–(Link will say March 28th but we have to have it mailed to reach them by March 28th 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
March 28, 2025 – 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.
March 28, 2025 – 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 03/28/25.
Miller-County-Democrat-Committee-Scholarship
March 31, 2025 –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 2025
Rock Island scholarship application 2025
March 31, 2025 – Lake Area Chamber of Commerce Business Scholarship:
The Lake Area Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce scholarships are now available for
graduating high school seniors pursuing further education. 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 at an accredited two or four year college/university or an accredited post-
secondary technical school. Application is below.
APRIL:
April 1, 2025 – HOME BUILDERS ASSOCIATION OF CENTRAL MISSOURI
(2) Two Scholarships $1000.00 each awarded in May to two students who will be attending a two (2) or four (4) year college majoring in a construction related field the following Fall Semester – based on the following criteria:
- Employees or Family of Businesses related to the Building Industry and/or Students interested in fields of study related to the industry will get scholarship preference.
- Some basis of need
- Must meet close to one or more of the following:
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- Academic Average – meet academic standards
- School Attendance – 90% attendance rate
- Participation in Extracurricular Activities – i.e. student organizations, jobs, community involvement
- Preference will be given to construction related field – i.e. Construction Management, HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical, Excavating and other specific trades/and/or majors
These scholarships will be presented at the May HBA of Central MO monthly meeting by the President of the association. This is a one-time, non repeating scholarship award.
Home Builders 2025 SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION
April 1, 2025 – Newkirk-Haynes Nursing Scholarship
Scholarship is available to any 2025 senior that is seeking a nursing degree. Please click the following for a downloadable application and criteria.
- 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.
April 1, 2025 – 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 1, 2025 – Stark Caverns
$5000 scholarship is available to 2025 graduates that have a minimum 3.0 GPA and 24 or higher ACT score. , must be attending a 4 year college/university 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 1, 2025.
Stark Caverns Scholarship Guidelines
April 2, 2025 – Central Bank of Lake of the Ozarks Scholarship:
April 2, 2025 – Larry and Joanne Duncan AG Scholarship
Open to all 2025 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
Noble Eagle Scholarship Application
April 3, 2025 – 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 4, 2025 – Carl H. Martin Scholarship;
A one time scholarship for $5000 will go to a senior in the class of 2025 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.
April 4, 2025 – Community and School Coaching Scholarship:
- Must be a 2025 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 4, 2025 – MOCA Hope Head Start Scholarship
- Must be a 2025 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 7, 2025 – Gary Marriott Scholarship:
Open to all 2025 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
April 8, 2025 – Howard & Linda Scrivner Family Scholarship
Open to any 2025 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 8, 2025 – 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
April 10, 2025 – 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 10th 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 Scholarship Application
April 11, 2025 – Laura Dinwiddie Memorial Scholarship:
Open to all 2025 Eldon High School Seniors. Applications can be downloaded by clicking the following link.
Laura Dinwiddie Memorial Scholarship
April 11, 2025- Bridal Cave Scholarship
Open to all 2025 Eldon High School Seniors. Applications can be downloaded buy clicking the following Link: Please include a transcript.
April 15, 2025 – 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, 2025 – 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, 2025 – Miller County Farm Bureau:(Application will say 4/15/25 but if you want us to deliver them please turn in by 8:30AM on 4/15/25.
- 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
.
April 15, 2025 – Merrell University – Cosmetology or Esthetics Scholarships
Enroll before November 1, 2025 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 19, 2025 – 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 April 16, 2025.
- 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.
Lucy Papen Scholarship application 2025
April 21, 2025 – Susan Kriegshauser Education Scholarship:
- Applicants must be a member of the graduating class of 2025 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 2025
April 20, 2025 – “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.
April 21, 2025 – 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.
April 28, 2025 – Rick Callahan Memorial/Eldon Firefighter Assoc Scholarship
Open to any 2025 senior that will be attending a 2 or 4 year school or certification.
- Must have a 2.5 GPA
- Must have a 95% cumulative attendance during high school
- Some of the qualified public safety careers will include:
Firefighter 1 & 2
Policeman
EMT
Coroner
Sheriff
Nursing
Highway Patrol
Water Patrol
Fire Marshall
Code Enforcement
School Resource Officer
Late applications will not be accepted. Please fill out the following application.
MAY:
May 1, 2025 – Eldon Family Chiropractic Scholarship
Eldon Family Chiropractic is offering a Holistic Health Scholarship. This $500 scholarship aims to bring financial assistance to a student planning on pursuing advanced education in a holistic health field.
May 23, 2025 – 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, 2025, so we need mailing time.
JUNE:
June 1, 2025 – 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
June 13, 2025 – DMAC IMPACT Foundation
Please complete the following application and essays. Make sure you attach any necessary documents.
DMAC Impact – Scholarship Application.docx-3
