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Scholarship Information
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Scholarship Information
Scholarships on this page are listed in order of due date. We update regularly, please continue to check for new scholarships. In addition to the scholarships listed below, we encourage you to check with your employer, parents' employers, your church & other community organizations.
Don’t Forget - As you become aware of any scholarship you've received, please inform your counselor. We want to make sure that you are invited and properly recognized at this year's Awards Night
Seniors - Remember to sign up in the main office for Student of the Month!
Local Scholarships
District 6510 Rotary Charities Scholarship - A $2,500 scholarship will be awarded to a high school senior planning to go to college/a trade school full time. They need to reside in the Rotary District 6510. For more information, click here. Deadline - April 1, 2025
Greg Yank 'Servant Leadership' Scholarship - $2,500 will be awarded to a high school senior who lives in the Rotary District 6510 or goes to a college/trade school in the Rotary District 6510. For more information, click here. Deadline - April 1, 2025
MEA Scholarship - This scholarship ($500) will be awarded to a student who is majoring in Education after graduation. The form is in the Guidance Office. Deadline - April 4, 2025
Servpro Scholarship - See application for details. Deadline - April 14, 2025
Key Club Scholarship - For a non key cub senior who wants to study fine arts. For application, click here. Deadline - April 17, 2025
Tommie L. Rayford Memorial Scholarship - The Amicae of Carbondale, IL will award a scholarship to a deserving young woman as she prepares for the future at a college or university. Click here for more information. Deadline - April 18, 2025
Jackson County Soil and Water Conservation District Scholarship - Scholarship for Jackson Co. seniors. For more information, click here. Deadline - April 18, 2025
Murphysboro Elks Lodge #572 Antlers Scholarship - This scholarship is for an MHS senior who has a current cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher. More requirements here. Deadline - April 28, 2025
Ben "Big Red" Arbeiter Scholarship - This scholarship was created for a high school senior in Jackson Co. More information here. Deadline - April 30, 2025
Heartland Heating, Air, and Plumbing - Graduating high school seniors who are enrolled in a college/trade school (with no relation to Heartland employees) are eligible for this scholarship. More information here. Deadline - May 5, 2025
Egyptian Electric Cooperative Association - Applicants for this scholarship must be a consumer-member in good standing of Egyptian Electric Cooperative or is a dependent of a consumer-member of the Cooperative who is in good standing (Prior to July 2025) For more information, click here. Deadline - July 3, 2025
You can also apply for scholarships within the college/university you plan to attend. These are listed on the 'Scholarship' section and sometimes the 'Foundation' section of a university's website.
Illinois Student Scholarships
IPRB Post Secondary Education Oil & Gas Scholarship - This scholarship is for Illinois residents pursuing an oil and gas related degree or trade/technical school certification. Get application in the counseling office. Deadline - June 30, 2025
For Kids' Sake International Scholarship - This scholarship is for high school students in Southern Illinois who have lost a parent and are pursuing a career in trades, vocational, or technical fields. More information here. Deadline - February 15, 2025
National Scholarships
National Woman Relief Corps - For application, click here. Deadline - April 15, 2025
College Mix Christian College Scholarship - For high school students interested in attending a Christian college/university. For more information click here. Deadline - May 31, 2025
Post Secondary Education & Gas Scholarship - Scholarship for student with a career goal in the natural gas and oil industry. For more information, visit the Guidance Office. Deadline - June 30, 2025
Murray State - Murray State offers many scholarships for incoming freshmen. They are also waiving the application fee. Use this promo code (MSU4IL2025) to get your $40 fee waived.
Click here for more information or visit Murray State University website.
The National Cyber Scholarship Foundation Cybersecurity is one of the world’s fastest growing industries. The National Cyber Scholarship Foundation is working hard to address the current cyber skills shortage by developing and championing the next generation of cybersecurity professionals, through the provision of $2 million in college scholarships and $13.8 million in cybersecurity training. Qualify for the National Cyber Scholarship Competition through CyberStart America; an exciting gamified learning platform that will build and challenge your cybersecurity skills.
For more scholarship opportunities please visit here.
NSHSS- National Society for High School Scholars- SCAM ALERT!!! Please reach out to your counselor before giving them any of your information (or money)!
Opportunities for students
2 months ago
Schedule Changes:
You must be logged in to your MHS email to use the form. Be sure to read it carefully and do not complete it if your request does not meet the criteria. You should follow your original schedule until you've heard from your counselor (check your email) or see that it is changed in PowerSchool. Schedule change requests are only allowed the first three days of every semester.
Opportunities for Students
Youth to Washington Program - Egyptian Electric selects HS students for the annual Youth Day in Springfield each year. At least two of those students get to join for Youth to Washington. This would be really cool experience for anyone! For more information, click here. Deadline - February 10, 2025 Link to Application.
John A Logan College Dual Enrollment Courses - Taking college courses during high school can be a great way to get a head start on your college career. If you meet the requirements, you may be eligible for a tuition waiver* each semester (beginning the summer after your sophomore year, & ending your final semester of your senior year). More information & eligibility found on the MHS/JALC Dual Enrollment Agreement (this form is required for students wishing to participate). JALC Placement test (Accuplacer) will be offered at MHS this spring. Students must meet requirements (listed on agreement) to register for Accuplacer. See your counselor with questions.
HOBY: Attention all Sophomores! Are you interested in enhancing your leadership skills? The HOBY program allows high school sophomores to realize their leadership talents and apply them in becoming effective, ethical leaders in their home, school, workplace and community. Please see Ms. Hargraves for more details!
U of I - College of Agricultural, Consumer & Environmental Sciences - Interested in STEM? Spend two weeks discovering your interests in STEM-based careers through lab tours, lectures, and mini science demonstrations in the food, human, and environmental science fields conducted by the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Students who are currently rising sophomores, juniors, and seniors that rank in the top 25% of your class and have B grades should apply. For more information click here.
Pathways to Saluki Medicine - SIU can help you reach your dream career with the Pathways to Saluki Medicine camp. You'll visit research and learning labs, interact with current students, faculty, and medical professionals. For more information click here.
Juniors & Seniors- Are you interested in learning more about our political process? Do you want to pursue a career in public service? If you are actively serving in an elected or appointed capacity in student government (student council), civic or educational organization you may qualify for the United States Senate Youth Program. Please see your counselor if interested.
NCAA Eligibility (All Students): If you are interested in going to an NCAA school please make an account on the NCAA eligibility center. For more information please click here.
Testing Information
2 months ago
ACT Information
PSA: Prices and Dates are subject to change
ALL colleges & universities accept both the ACT & the SAT. YOU DO NOT HAVE TO TAKE BOTH, but you can. Admissions offices will usually take your highest score, whether it be your ACT or SAT score. Please see your counselor if you are interested in taking the ACT or SAT. Make sure you see your counselor for a waiver—so you don’t have to pay the registration fee!
We suggest that you take the December, April or June ACT & so you can order the Test Information Release (TIR). For $19, you will receive a list of your answers, a copy of the multiple-choice test questions used to determine your score, the answer key, and scoring instructions. You can order a TIR form when you register, or during the three-month period after your test date. See your counselor for more information. This is a great way to improve your score!
ACT ONLINE PREP IS FREE!!! Normally $25, just see your counselor for a username & password. This is a great resource to prepare for the ACT.
Here's what you will find in the ACT Online Prep™ program:
- Practice tests with real ACT test questions
- Practice essays for the optional ACT Writing Test, with real-time scoring
- Comprehensive content review for each of the ACT's four required tests—English, Math, Reading, and Science
- Diagnostic test and study path
- Anywhere, anytime access via the Internet
ACCUPLACER TESTING
If you plan to attend JALC during, or after high school, see the counseling office to sign up for ACCUPLACER testing. This test is free, & is required for all college classes at JALC.
** If you have any questions, please contact your counselor
College & Career Planning
2 months ago
Students interested in a Career in Speech Pathology, click here for more information on a Master's or Bachelor's degree.
COLLEGE REP/MILITARY VISITS are posted on the main MHS Calendar. Visits occurring during ELP will be in the auditorium unless otherwise noted. See Blaire in the Counseling Office for a pass.
VIRTUAL COLLEGE FAIRS:
National Association of College Admission Counseling College Fairs: Log in on these fairs to meet with 600+ colleges and universities. They'll be online to talk with high school juniors and seniors. Find out when they're having Zoom sessions and drop in to attend! There are many additional resources on this site.
Illinois Virtual College Exploration Program- More than 375 sessions from which to choose: local, national, and international colleges and universities, skilled trades, military branches, career exploration, financial aid & scholarship organizations, non-college training programs and more! Watch as many recorded sessions as you want.
YouTube Channel for College Spotlights- videos are approximately 15 minutes
Interested in playing sports in college? Make sure you are on the right track- click on resources below:
Guide for College Bound Student Athletes
Division I eligibility standards are changing- Learn more at 2point3.org
Create an account on the ISAC Student Portal (https://studentportal.isac.org/student) to stay updated on important due dates and get information about different events. There is also a toolbox that has information about internships, apprenticeships and summer jobs. There's also a college checklist that will help you navigate the college going process!
Learn more about colleges, majors, & careers:
Guide for College Bound Student Athletes
Division I eligibility standards are changing- Learn more at 2point3.org
Create an account on the ISAC Student Portal (https://studentportal.isac.org/student) to stay updated on important due dates and get information about different events. There is also a toolbox that has information about internships, apprenticeships and summer jobs. There's also a college checklist that will help you navigate the college going process!
Learn more about colleges, majors, & careers:
www.explorehealthcareers.org
Midwest Student Exchange Program- a multi-state tuition reciprocity program (find schools offering in-state/discounted tuition for Illinois graduates)
Midwest Student Exchange Program- a multi-state tuition reciprocity program (find schools offering in-state/discounted tuition for Illinois graduates)