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Scholarship Information
Scholarship Opportunities:
SCHS Counseling Department compiles a list of local, regional & national scholarships for our students. Check back again soon as scholarships are added often!
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Scholarships are as close as you can get to free money. Even if you are already sold on the value of scholarships, it can sometimes be difficult to find them. Click above for some of the best resources to find scholarships that fit your talents and interests, so you can get a leg up on funding your education.
15 Scholarship Programs for Kentucky Students
There are more than 500 individual scholarships that will be distributed through these 15 programs. Click link above for Scholarship info.
Deadlines between December 1 – March 31, 2025
15 Scholarship Programs for Kentucky Students
There are more than 680 individual scholarships that will be distributed through these 15 programs. Click link above for Scholarship info.
Deadlines between December 17 – April 1, 2025
American Legion Post #24 Scholarship
The American Legion Post#24 is pleased to offer this $1000 scholarship to a SCHS senior who is related to an active American Legion member of Post#24. The recipients of the scholarship will be chosen on the basis of scholastic achievement, leadership qualities, community involvement and financial need. Click the link above for more Qualification requirements and application.
Application Deadline: March 28, 2025
The Asbury Kentucky Pell Promise offers a full tuition award for students who are Pell Grant eligible, and have a 3.00 cumulative GPA. To learn more and to apply click on the link above.
CK Tactical Community Service Scholarship
CK Tactical believes it’s important to give back to and participate in our community. Not only is the experience rewarding, but it also enables you to learn important leadership and professional skills. This is a $1000 Scholarship awarded to a SCHS student who has made a positive impact on their community. Click the link above for more info and to apply.
Application Deadline: May 12, 2025
The Clark family founded the Clark Family Charity in 2021 with the goal of giving back to the communities who have supported Clark’s Pump-N-Shop and John W. Clark Oil Company, Inc. This $2,000 yearly scholarship ($1,000 per semester) is for students who show academic promise and a desire to continue their education after high school. High school seniors expected to graduate in 2025 from public high schools located within Scott County, Franklin County, Woodford County and Madison County, Kentucky. Click the link above for more info and to apply. (Select the Central KY option)
Application Deadline: April 4, 2025
Commonwealth Credit Union Scholarship
It’s no secret that college is expensive – and financial aid packages often fall short of tuition costs. At Commonwealth Credit Union, they feel it’s important that every student has the chance to receive the education they deserve. A $2,000 scholarship will be awarded to 4 graduating high school seniors. Click the link above for more info and to apply.
Application Deadline: March 31, 2025
This is a $500-$1000 renewable scholarship for African American High School Seniors planning to attend BCTC. ASPIRE provides African American students with appropriate programs and services while demonstrating understanding and appreciation of diverse background and academic goals. Click on link above for more info. Click here to complete an interest form.
Dual Credit Momentum Scholarship
This is a scholarship award of a 50% tuition reduction not to exceed $2500. It is available to students who have successfully completed 12 dual credit hours at BCTC and has a 2.5 or better cumulative GPA. Click the link above to apply.
No Application deadline
The scholarship is named for Daryl Martin, a young man who lost his life in an automobile accident in August 1998. After his death, the Daryl Lee Martin Endowment Fund was established in his memory, and it now supports this $500 scholarship. Click the link above to apply.
Application deadline: April 21, 2025
You must have applied and been accepted to EKU to apply for this scholarship. The Eastern Kentucky University Foundation, through the generosity of its donors, offers a variety of scholarship opportunities. EKU Foundation scholarships are awarded through the University Scholarship Office and at college and department levels. You will need 2 recommendation letters and an Essay. Click the link above for more info and to apply.
Application deadline: March 1, 2025
Epic Flight Academy Aviation Scholarship
These scholarships are for eligible U.S. high school students. They are $5000, $10,000 & $20,000 Scholarships. The aviation scholarships support flight training and aircraft mechanic training at Epic campuses. Click the link above for more info and to apply.
Application deadline: November 10, 2025
Legacy and Legends Scholarship
The Legacy and Legends Scholarship is a full-tuition scholarship offered by Georgetown College to Scott County residents/ high school graduates. Students will receive a scholarship equal to the full cost of tuition each year, renewable for four years. This Scholarship will be awarded through the year 2029. Click the link above to learn more.
Application deadline: February 1
Georgetown Community Hospital Auxiliary Scholarship
This is a $2000 scholarship paid over 2 years (4-semesters). You must be a resident of Scott County, and be pursuing a career in a medical field with a GPA of 3.0 or better. Click the link above for application.
Application deadline: May 1, 2025
Georgetown Rotary Club Scholarship
This is a $1500 scholarship. You must be a resident of Scott County, and have a GPA of 3.0 or better. Click the link above for more scholarship criteria and application.
Application deadline: May 1, 2025
Going Merry is a free scholarship and financial aid program. There are thousands of active scholarships & grants on their website, at any given time. To get access click on the link above and create an account.
KEDC established this scholarship to support a student whose financial need is apparent and whose hard work for academic growth is evident. Please click the link above to apply. Click here for Scholarship criteria.
Application deadline: April 1, 2025
Kentucky Federation of Republican Women
This is a $1500 scholarship granted to a female student who will be attending an accredited college in the fall of 2025, and is or will be a registered Republican. Click the link above for more info and application.
Application deadline: March 31, 2025
The Cirkled In “No Sweat” Scholarship is a $2500 CASH scholarship you can use for any educational purpose, from books to summer camp. In just two steps, you’re in, with no income or GPA requirements or long essays. Click the link above for more info and to apply
Application deadline: March 31, 2025
Phillip Tackett Memorial Scholarship
This is a $1000 scholarship awarded in memory of Phil Tackett , a graduate of Scott County High School. A major in Agriculture, Business Administration or Computer Science is preferred, but not required. Click the link above for application and more scholarship criteria.
Application deadline: April 7, 2025
Scholly Scholarship Search Engine
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Scott County Farm Bureau Scholarship
This is a Graduating high school seniors whose parents have been a member of Scott County Farm Bureau for at least one year. Must be pursuing a degree or technical certification at an accredited school. Click the link above for application.
Application deadline: May 1, 2025
Scott County Woman’s Club Scholarship
This is a $2000, paid in $1000 installments over 2 years. You must plan to attend an accredited school of higher education and have a 3.0 GPA. Click the link above for application.
Application deadline: April 25, 2025
The 2025 Student-View Scholarship Program is offering over $13,000 worth of scholarships to high school seniors who plan to attend a four-year or community/junior college or career school. Simply complete a 15-20 minute application survey about colleges in our area. Click the link above for the application survey.
Application deadline: April 23, 2025
Tan Son Nhut Association Scholarship
The Tan Son Nhut Association scholarship is an $8000 scholarship for high school seniors attending a four year college and for a $1,000 scholarship for students who chose to attend a two-year technical, career or trade school instead of seeking a bachelor’s degree. You must be a direct descendant of someone who served in Vietnam for any period between January 1, 1959 to April 30, 1975. Click the link above for more scholarship criteria and application.
Application deadline: May 1, 2025
Terrance Clancy Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship is sponsored by The disabled American Veterans Chapter 12. You must have a 3.0 or higher GPA to apply. Click the link above for more scholarship criteria and application.
Application deadline: May 1, 2025
Trace Creek Construction Scholarship
Trace Creek Construction is proud to announce they will be awarding twenty $1,000 scholarships to deserving high school seniors as a part of their commitment to the communities they serve. Click the link above for more scholarship criteria and application.
Application deadline: April 25, 2025
Tyler Hicks Memorial Scholarship
This is a $10,000 scholarship given in memory of Tyler Hicks, a former Scott County High School graduate and Basketball player. Must be an athlete or member of the athletic support staff. Click the link above for more scholarship criteria and application.
Application deadline: April 15, 2025
Tyler B. Johnston Memorial Scholarship
This is a $1000 scholarship given in memory of Tyler Johnston, a former Scott County High School student. There is no GPA requirement. Click the link above for application.
Application deadline: April 15, 2025