Idaho Scholarship Listing

Description:Open to students ages 16 to 20 and college upperclassmen with a cumulative GPA of at least 2.5. Applicants must have been involved in 4-H for at least 4 years at the time of applications, with at least two of those years during high school. Selection based on academic achievement, career goals, financial need, 4-H experience and citizenship and community service.

Procedure:Applicants must apply for the award through the free University of Idaho application process. Contact the University of Idaho state 4-H office for directions on using the award at another Idaho college or university. Application must include essay, transcripts, and letters of recommendation.Learn More

Description:Open to any graduating high school senior who is a resident of Idaho and has a cumulative GPA of 2.8 or higher. Selection based on 500 word essay, GPA, and public service experience. High consideration will be given to a commitment to public service.

Procedure:Complete and submit application available from your counselor's office or the web address below (available in December). Submit with ACT or SAT scores; two letters of recommendation; personal essay; and forms detailing a commitment to public service including school, community and church volunteer service projects, and participation in other service organizations and volunteer work. Students must identify chosen academic program or major at time of applicationLearn More

Description:

Open to current high school seniors and college students enrolling full time with a minimum 2.5 GPA. Strong preference is given to applicants who are employed by or have a family member employed by a regular member of the Idaho Grower Shippers Association. Selection based on application application responses including: honors, extra curricular activities, and academic and career goals.

Procedure:

Application available at website below

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Description:

Open to students currently enrolled in an IHCA online course or students enrolled in a post-secondary educational institution that have completed at least one semester/quarter. Must be employed or volunteering in a long term care facility. Must maintain a passing grade in online courses or a cumulative GPA of 3.0. Selection based on academic achievement, financial need, career goals, and work history or volunteer experience in a long term care facility.

Procedure:

Submit application (available at the website below) with proof of enrollment, description of current financial need, personal statement, resume, and two (2) letters of support from program faculty, work supervisor, or other person familiar with your work performance. Applicant may be asked to participate in an interview with the IHCA Scholarship Selection Committee.

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Description:Open to Idaho residents that have graduated or will graduate (seniors) from an accredited Idaho High School. No youth that is a member of the immediate family of an officer, member of the Board of Directors, or employee of the Idaho Horse Council will be eligible. Selection based on academic achievement (minimum 2.5 GPA), leadership potential, sportsmanship, and community/civic responsibility. Preference will be given to those who are able to demonstrate involvement with the horse industry.

Procedure:Compete the application available at the web address below. Submit with 2 letters of recommendation, photo, ACT/SAT results, and college transcript for applicants currently attending a college or university. Scholarships must be mailed or hand-delivered, not emailed.Learn More

Description:Open to graduating high school students and college students pursuing water utilization-related fields. Selection based on career objectives, academic achievement, and activities, and accomplishments. Preference is given to applicants with an application signed by an IIEA Member. Relationship to an I.I.E.A. member is also a consideration for selection, but is not a requirement.

Procedure:Complete application and and return with essay response and school transcript.Learn More

Description:Open to Idaho residents studying music performance or music education. Selection based on academic achievement, music performance, personal essay, and recommendations.

Procedure:Submit personal narrative, transcripts, letter(s) of recommendation, a recording or video of your performances, and letter of college acceptance.Learn More

Description:Open to Idaho high school or college students of Hispanic/Latino descent with a GPA of 2.5 and above who have demonstrated leadership in school, community, and/or other service organizations that promote, enhance, or strengthen diversity. Selection based on essay, academic achievement, demonstrated leadership, financial need, and involvement in service to school, community, and family.

Procedure:Complete online application (available at the website below) and submit with biography, resume, essay response, high school or college transcript, and two letters of recommendation.Learn More

Description:

The Idaho Latino Scholarship Foundation (ILSF) seeks to promote the success of Idaho Latino families by providing scholarships for students to attend college. We seek to create partnerships and build programs that support and grow the number of Latino students earning college degrees.

All applications will be reviewed by the ILSF Scholarship Committee and scored on the following criteria:

• Quality of essay
• Academic achievement
• Demonstrated leadership qualities
• Involvement in service to school, community, family
• Financial need

Finalists will be required to conduct an interview with the scholarship selection committee.
All scholarship winners will be notified by email or phone call and will be invited to attend a recognition luncheon with the Idaho Hispanic Chamber of Commerce in June.

Procedure:

Qualifications:

• Must be in good standing and making satisfactory progress (as formally defined by the institution) toward the student’s program objective (degree, diploma, or certificate)
• Must have a cumulative Grade Point Average of 2.5 and above
• Be a high school student in Idaho and/or be attending an institution (university, college, vocational/technical or other) in Idaho for undergraduate studies
• Have demonstrated leadership in school, community and/or other service organizations that promote, enhance or strengthen diversity
• Live in Idaho and be of Hispanic/Latino descent

In addition to completing all questions on the online ILSF Scholarship Application, applicants must upload/attach the following documents (PDF format) to their application:

• Personal Statement (biography)
• Resume (list of accomplishments)
• Scholarship essay answering one of four questions listed on the ILSF Scholarship Application
• High school or college transcript
• Two letters of recommendation submitted through https://www.idaholsf.com/letters/
• Completed FAFSA showing Estimated Family Contribution (EFC)
• A 3-5 page essay (double-spaced, 12-point font) on one of the following subjects. Please include the question in your essay:
  • What can be done to motivate more Latino students to attend college?
  • Who has been a role model for you and why?
  • If you had the power to change your school in a positive way, what specific changes would you make?

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Description:Open to Idaho Library Association members who are beginning or continuing formal library education. Must be pursuing a Master of Library Science degree or Media Generalist certification. Selection based on application form responses and letters of recommendation.

Procedure:Application is available at website listed below.Learn More