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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 520 individual scholarships that will be distributed through these 15 programs. Click link above for Scholarship info.
Deadlines between November 3 – February 28, 2025
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.
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
Bluegrass Realtors Scholarship
Bluegrass REALTORS®’ Community Education & Outreach Committee is proud to award up to 10 scholarships at $2,000 each to high school seniors for the 2025 school year. The Association is offering this to all students in our 38-county jurisdiction, which includes Scott County. Click the link above for more info and to apply.
Application deadline: February 15, 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
The HSF Scholar Program is open to students of all races that identify as being of Hispanic Heritage. Must have a 3.0 GPA. Scholarships, which range from $500-$5,000 and are awarded directly to students. Click the link above for more info and to apply.
Application deadline: February 15, 2025
This is a $1000 scholarship that will be awarded to 2 students that live in Scott County. The Joe Manfredo Scholarship was created to assist those students who want to become librarians. Click the link above to apply.
Application deadline: February 28, 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
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.
This is a $2000 scholarship established by the Franklyn White Estate in honor of Dr. & Mrs. L.F. Heath. Scholarships will be awarded to two Scott County High School students. Click the link above for more info & to apply.
Application deadline: March 24, 2025
Kentucky Farm Bureau Scholarship
The Kentucky Farm Bureau Education Foundation will award county and state college scholarships to high school seniors for the 2024-2025 school year. The student must be a child of a Farm Bureau member. Click the link above for more info & to apply.
Application deadline: February 28, 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
KYTC offers scholarship opportunities to students who are interested in pursuing Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering Technology & Construction Management. Click the link above for more info and to apply
Application deadline: February 1, 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
Scholly Scholarship Search Engine
Scholly is the #1 college scholarship app in the world and has helped students win more than $100 million dollars. Join today and start matching with scholarships in minutes. Click the link above to get started.
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
USDA/1890 National Scholarship
USDA’s 1890 National Scholars Program offers scholarships to U.S. citizens who are seeking a bachelor’s degree at one of the nineteen 1890 Land-Grant Universities in the fields of food, agriculture, natural resource sciences or other related disciplines. Click the link above for the list of Land Grant Universities, more info and how to apply.
Application deadline: March 1, 2025
Vengu Family Memorial Scholarship
The Vengu Family Memorial Scholarship was created by Georgetown Community Hospital to honor the memory of Dr. Narayan Kumar “Dr. Vengu” Venguswamy and his wife, Jayanthy Venguswamy. Dr. Vengu was a member of the Georgetown hospital staff for 27 years. This scholarship is available to graduating seniors from Scott County who intend on pursuing a degree in the medical field or in photography. The scholarship provides a one-time award of at least $1,000. click the link above for more info and to apply.
Application deadline: March 7, 2025