Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital Auxiliary is offering scholarships for students residing in the hospital service area who will be attending school within the State of Illinois and studying in a health-related field. The number of scholarships awarded will depend upon the number and qualifications of applicants. Applicants will be evaluated on the basis of attitude, education, leadership, citizenship, personality and financial need. The postmarked or hand-delivered deadline is April 30. Applications can be downloaded from www.advocatehealth.com/gshp/scholarships or copies can be picked up in the Counseling Office.

AES Engineers Scholarship Program is committed to providing support to deserving students. Their belief is that achieving a high GPA should not be the only criteria for determining who deserves to behelped. For that reason, a scholarship will be awarded on the basis of character, as determined by evaluating the essays that are submitted. The amount of the award is $500 and the deadline for entry is October 5, 2012. For further information, visit http://www.aesengineers.com/scholarships.htm.

American Legion offers various scholarships for high school seniors. check out their Web site for more information: www.legion.org or call 317.630.1212.

Amvets Service Foundation Scholarship Program includes several different opportunities including Ladies Auxiliary Memorial Scholarships, Service Foundation Scholarships, Sad Sacks Nursing Scholarships, Junior ROTC Scholarships and Trade School Scholarships. All scholarship deadlines are March 1, 2012. If you have questions, contact the AMVETS State Headquarters at 800.638.8387 or email at crystal@ilamvets.org.

Archdiocesan Council of Catholic Women Scholarship program offers a four-year renewable scholarship for a graduating young woman who belongs to a parish in the Archdiocese of Chicago. Criteria include a minimum "C" average, involvement in co-curricular activities in church, community and school, a 300 word or less essay entitled "What it Means to be a Catholic Woman in the World Today, 2 letters of recommendation, and transcripts. The postmark deadline is March 1, 2012 and applications are available in the Counseling Office.

Arlington Heights PTA Council Achievement Scholarship applicants must have attended a District 25 school for at least 3 years, must have maintained a 3.0 GPA, and plan to attend a post-secondary school as a full- or part-time student. Criteria endeavors to recognize personal achievement in the classroom, school and community involvement, motivation, and paid and volunteer work experience. The completed application with attachments, which are available in the Counseling Office, must be postmarked by or hand-delivered by March 10, 2012.

Arlington Heights Rotary Club Vocational Scholarships are open to students preparing for vocational or technical careers obtained by a two-year program, certificate, or degree. Approximately 15 scolarships in the amount of $1,000 each will be awarded to be used for tuition, fees, books, tools and supplies. Official transcripts and two letters of reference must accompany the application. Applications are available in the Counseling Office and have a deadline of February 29, 2012.

Arlington Heights Woman's Club provides college scholarships of $500 each to several high school seniors. Applicants must be a resident of District 214 and a student at Saint Viator High School with a minimum ACT of 24 and minimum GPA of 4.25. ACT scores, transcripts, completed application and an essay answering a prepared prompt are required to be submited by March 1, 2012. Applications are available in the Counseling Office.

Best Buy Scholarship Program for students in grades 9-12. They give 1,200 scholarships of $1,000 each! Students need solid grades plus community service or work experience. Apply online at www.bestbuy-communityrelations.com or www.at15.com.

Buffalo Grove Garden Club College Scholarship is available to residents of Buffalo Grove and the surrounding area. Students should be studying in the areas of ecology, landscape architecture, environmental science/engineering, botany, horticulture, environmental law and agriculture or other related fields of interest. Applications are available in the Counselign Office and the deadline is Monday, April 2, 2012.

Buick Achievers Scholarship Program is looking for applicants who are dedicated in and out of the classroom and who drive positive change in their communities. They are looking for high school seniors and current undergraduates who plan to major in a field that focuses on engineering, technology, design or business, with an interest in the automotive industry. Scholarships up to $100,000 available, awarded at up to $25,0o00 per year. Visit the website for program details and the online application: www.buickachievers.com. The application deadline is February 29, 2012.

Chicago Engineers Foundation offers incentive awards to high school seniors accepted at an accredited college or university to study engineering. Up to 40 renewable awards of $8900 will be made this year. The application must include transcripts, ACT/SAT test scores, student statement, and guidance counselor endorsement. All applications must be received by April 23, 2012. For information and an application, visit http://www.chicagoengineersfoundation.org.

Chicago Northwest Suburban Alumnae Panhellenic Scholarship application mut be postmarked by March 3, 2012. Applications are available in the Counseling Office. Female high school seniors who will attend a four-year college where National Panhellenic sororities are offered on campus are invited to apply for a $1,000 scholarship. Applicants will be chosen based on the following criteria: leadership, co-curricular activities, honors and awards, academic achievement, community involvement, paid or volunteer work experience and essay content. Visit the Counseling Office for the application.

Chicago Roofing Contractors Association will award at least one $3,000 renewable scholarship to a high school senior who will enter college in the following programs: liberal arts and sciences, engineering, architecture or business. The recipient will be selected on the basis of academic performance, faculty recommendation, extracurricular activities, employment experience and a demonstrated interest in a productive career. Please note that the minimum ACT score must be 28. Visit the CRCA website to download the application, www.crca.org. The deadline is March 2, 2012.

Chicago Wolves: Tim Breslin Memorial Scholarship awards one student a semester of college tuition. This scholarship was created to honor former Wolves player, Tim Breslin, who was a native of Addison, IL and a graduate of Driscoll Catholic High School who passed away in 2005. The tuituion award can be used toward any university or college across the country. The application includes a 500 word or less essay and entries must be postmarked no later than March 1, 2012. For more information please see the community relations page on the Chicago Wolves website, www.chicagowolves.com.

Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Shaumburg-Hoffman Estates Alumnae Chapter offers several awards to male or female high school seniors of African-American descent. Applicants myst have a minimum GPA of 3.0 and minimum ACT of 25. Applications must include high school transcripts and test scores and 2 non-family references. the deadline is February 25, 2012. Applications are available in the Counseling Office.

Des Plaines Art Guild is offering a scholarship for Des Plaines residents who will study art at a college or university beginning in 2012. A portfolio of art your art work is to be submitted during the first week of April for judging. The basis for selection includes indication of financial need. The preliminary applications are available in the Counseling Office and have a deadline of March 14.

Elk Grove Village Youth Committee Scholarship Award applications are available in the Counseling Office. Three $1,000 awards will be awarded to recognize high school seniors for their outstanding leadership, community participation, and service in the community. Applicants must be residents of Elk Grove Village, attending a college or trade school in the fall, and demonstrating positive leadership qualities. Required is a one page essay answering prepared prompts and a letter of recommendation. Applications must be received no later than May 18, 2012.

The Garden Club of Inverness offers one scholarship of at least $1,000 to seniors who reside in District 211 or in the area served by Barrington High School. The scholarships will be awarded based on a demonstrated interest in an enviornmentally related field, i.e. horticulture, landscape design, agriculture, botany, forestry, conversation, natural resources management and environmental engineering. The scholarship applications are available in the Counseling Office and have a deadline of April 15.

Graham Enterprises - Fueling the Minds of the Future offers a limited number of $2,0000 college scholarships for high school seniors. This program is sponsored by local gasoline stations and convenience stores owned and operated by Graham Enterprise, Inc. Interested students are invited to visit the website at www.fuelingminds.com for instructions, program guidelines and for access to the online application. Please note, all scholarship applications must be submitted online by March 15. If you have questions, contact them at 630.428.2412 or info@fuelingminds.com.

2012 GE-Regan Foundation Scholarship Program honors the legacy of the 40th President, Ronald Reagan. The program annually awards 20 college-bound students who demonstrate exemplary leadership, drive, integrity and citizenship with $10,000 renewable scholarships. For more information, eligibility requirements and an online application, visit www.reaganfoundation.org/scholarships or follow them on Facebook at http://facebool.com/GEReagan Scholarships. The deadline is February 17, 2012.

Great Clips Cosmetology School Scholarships are available to five students who are interested in pursuing a career in cosmetology or barbering. These $500 scholarships can be used at any accredited cosmetology or barbering school in Central/Northern Illinois and Northwestern Indiana. Applications are available in the Counseling Office and have a May 1, 2012 deadline.

Illinois Odd Fellows and Rebekahs scholarship is open to residents of Illinois. The applicants must submit transcripts, a personal statement of 150 words or less setting forth vocational or professional goals, a recommendation from the Principal or Counselor and a letter of rendorsement from a responsible community person. Applications must be completed and postmarked BEFORE Marh 1, 2012. Find the application at http://www.ioof.il.org.

Illinois Society of Professional Engineers, North Suburban Chapter offers two scholarships of $1,000 each. These are opn to any high school senior who will enter an accredited engineering school in 2012. Eligibility requirements include a minimum of 3.5 grade point average and a minimum test score of ACT 29. An essay of no more than 500 words should discuss your interest in engineering and the occupation you propose to pursue after graduation. Applications must be received by March 1, 2012.

Indiana University, Bloomington, IN has a variety of scholarships available to students. Students are automatically considered for Automatic Academic Scholarships when they submit all required application materials for admission by November 1. No separate application is required. These scholarships are renewable for four years of study at IU by maintaining a 3.0 GPA and range in total value from $16,000-$36,000 over four years. IU Distinction scholarships require an ACT of 30 or above and minimum GPA of 3.80 for a total value of $36,000. IU Prestige scholarships require an AT of 27 or above and a minimum GPA of 3.70 for a total value of $16,000.

Joint Civic Committee of Italian Americans Women's Division is offering $2,000 scholarships for the 2011-2012 school year. Applicants must have at least one parent of Italian descent, have a minimum GPA of 3.0, and be enrolled in a 2 or 4-year college or university or an accredited vocational/technical school. The selection committee is seeking to award well-rounded students who can demonstrate their dedication and commitment to continuing their education and who demonstrate financial need. The application must be RECEIVED by March 15, 2012. Applications are available in the Counseling Office or visit their website at www.jccia.com.

Lake Forest College, Lake Forest, IL Every Illinois student admitted to Lake Forest College will receive a guaranteed in-state tuition benefit of $12,000 per year. Learn more and apply free online at www.lakeforest.edu/admissions.

Prospect Heights Dollars for Scholars Scholarship applications are available from December 15 until March 16, 2012. Online applications can be found at www.phdollarsforscholars.org and paper copies are available in the Counseling Office. Six $2,500 one-year academic scholarships, one four-year Charles E. Priester renewable scholarship and the $2,500 Nick Teramani Vocational Scholarship are offered. Applicants must be residents of Prospect Heights or the Village of Wheeling.

Pullman Educational Foundation offers merit-based, need-based scholarships for students to attend the college of their choice. Eligible applicants can receive up to $4,000 towards their first-year's college tuition. Scholarships are renewable for up to four years. Find out more about eligibility requirements and the application process at http://www.pullmanfoundation.org/scholarships.htm.

Richard A. Maass Memorial Scholarship in the amount of $2,000 to be awarded by the Fox Valley Section 1208 of the American Society for Quality. Applicants must complete the application, write a 500-700 word essay on the importance of quality products and/or services to the future of our country; submit ACT scores, GPA, class size; and recommendaiton letter. The application deadline is March 5, 2012. Applications are available in the Counselig Office.

Rochester Institute of Technology offers two contests for students who are deaf or hard of hearing. R.I.T. Spirit Writing Contest requires that you send the entry form and a portfolio of original written work. Winners can choose between two great prizes: Tuition and expenses paid to attend Explore Your Future, which is a 6-day summer career exploration protram. or $500 in cash. For answers to questions, email WritingContest@ntid.rit.edu or call 585-475-7695 (voice/TTY) or videophone 585-286-4555. RIT National Science Fair for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Student requires that you form a team with a maximum of three students. You or your team must submit a 250 world, one-page project summary that explains your current yedar's work on the project. You may submit a videotape or DVD of yoruself narrating your project summary if you prefer. For acceptance criteria, display regulations, etc. visit the contest website at www.rit.edu/NTID/ScienceFair.

Sheriff's Office of Cook County will award four $500 scholarships for Cook County students who will attend an Illinois college or university. Applications are available at www.ilsheriff.org or in the Counseling Office and must be postmarked by March 12, 2012.

SigmaNu at University of Illinois, Champaign-Urbana Pursuit of Excellence Scholarship is open to male high school students who will attend the U of I. Basis of selection includes men who are intellectually, morally and physically capable of leadership in any field. To apply online, visit www.SigmaNuIllinois.com and click on "Pursuit of Excellence Scholarship". The application deadline is May 15, 2012.

Sons of Confederate Veterans is offering a $1,000 scholarship to a graduating male or female student who will enroll in the fall at a community college, college, or university. Applicants must be a descendant of a male who served in the served in the army, navy, judicial, executive or civil service of the Confederate States of America; submit a 500 world essay dealing with an event, person, philosophy or ideal associated with such cause during the war between the states. Application, essay and other required documentation are to be submitted and postmarked prior to March 15, 2012. Applications are available in the Counseling Office.

Tutoring Resources and VP Construction have partnered to offer a $1,000 scholarship to a Barrington area student. To qualify, the student must: be a current or past student of Tutoring Resources, have an academic percentage of 87% or better, show proof of employment OR a minimum of 100 volunteer hours within the past 12 months, submit a short essay based on a predetermined promt, and be accepted at a college or university. Applications are available in the Counseling Office and the deadline is April 1, 2012.

United Way Northwest Suburban George Gattas Scholarship was established in memory of George Gattas, longtime volunteer in the Mount Prospect Community. As Athletic Director for Prospect High School, Mr. Gattas touched the lives of many students. As a Director and Advisory Board member for the local United Way, he worked to build a stronger community by improving the quality of life for residents in need. Three scholarship awards are avaialble: one for $3,000 and two for $1,000. Criteria includes history of community service, active participation in inter-scholastic athletics and co-curricular activities, and a resident of communities served by the Northwest Suburban United Way. Application packets must include high school transcript, two letters of recommendation and an application form with essay. The deadline is April 6, 2012. Applications are available in the Counseling Office.

University of Great Falls, Great Falls, Montana announces a new full tuition scholarship for students from Catholic high schools. As many as ten students may be selected for this scholarship. The application to the university, scholarship and recommendation forms are available for pinting on their website www.ugf.edu under financial aid.

University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign Fred S. Bailey Scholarship Program is open to all undergraduate students at U of I who are committed to service, spirituality and social and environmental justice. Financial need and academic achievement will also be considered. The renewable award is $3,000. Applications are available beginning January 18 and the deadline is February 28. Apply online: www.universityymca.org/bailey. If you have questions, contact Kasey Umland at baileyscholar@uniersityymca.org or 217.337.1514.

University of Kansas Phi Gamma Delta $500 White Star Scholarship is looking for senior male students who are attending the University of Kansas and are potentially interested in Greek life. The applicant is not required to join their fraternity. Applicants must have achieved a 3.5 GPA or higher and be involved in two or more activities. Applications are available in the Counseling Office.

University of Wisconsin, Stevens Point is part of the Midwest Student Exchange Program (MSEP), which was established to provide qualified students with a more affordable means of attending an out-of-state institution. To participate, students must be a legal resident of Illinois and are charged tuition fees based on the Minnesota/Wisconsin tuition reciprocity agreement. The MSEP tuition benefit reduces the total cost of education at UW-Stevens Point to $16,440 for an entire year of tuition, fees, room, board and books. Check out the MSEP website at http://www.uwsp.edu/admissions/Pages/PayingForCollege/Midwest-Student-Exchange-Program.aspx

Western Illinois University Commitment Scholarships are for students who submit all application materials for admission by the May 15 deadline. Students will automatically be considered for the scholarships - no separate application is required. These scholarships are renewable for up to four years if the appropriate criteria is met.

Women's Club of Inverness Scholarship Fund application forms are available in the Counseling Office. Male or female high school seniors or college students in financial need with strong academic achievement with one or both parents being residents of Districts 211 or 220 are eligible to apply. A one page essay describing a person who has had a profound impact (good or bad) on you life is required. On a separate page list all activities, awards and work experiences with dates of involvement and responsibilities. A financial statement must be completed and submitted along with two letters of recommendation and a high school transcript. Applications are due by March 7, 2012.