Scholarships

Columbus Foundation Scholarships– online scholarship portal offering over 100 potential scholarships available to students. Applying through the online general application places you in the running for more than 90 potential scholarships. Fishburn Family Scholarship and Devin Aumend Memorial Scholarship is completed via the general application. Deadline: to apply for the online general application is March 9, 2026 EXTENDED DEADLINE. Please note each scholarship may have its own deadline to be aware of out of the more than 100 potential scholarship opportunities.

Devin Aumend Memorial Scholarship– The scholarship was created by Devin’s Mother, Denise Aumend. Despite her physical disability, Devin was always involved in her community through activities including 4-H, Girl Scouts, and church youth activities. Throughout her life, Devin overcame many challenges and obstacles due to her physical disability. This led her to become an independents and determined young lady, maintaining excellent grades throughout school, and earning the title of Valedictorian of her Highland High School class of 2003. Devin completed her Bachelor’s Degree with honors, and her Master’s degree with honors. The Devin Aumend Memorial Scholarship is her mother’s way of honoring Devin for many years to come. Candidates must have a minimum 3.0 GPA and be pursuing a 4-year degree, full-time. The application does take time, so please plan accordingly. Deadline: March 9, 2026 EXTENDED DEADLINE- through the Columbus Foundation. 

Fishburn Family Scholarship– this scholarship is available to any senior planning on pursuing a four-year degree full-time. Students must have a minimum 2.7 GPA. This scholarship is given on behalf of the Fishburn family as a way of honoring Karen Fishburn and all of her hard work and dedication to Morrow County and its residents. This scholarship involves several steps, please do not wait until the last minute to apply! Deadline: March 9, 2026 EXTENDED DEADLINE.

Van Horn Memorial Scholarship– this $1,000.00 scholarship is available to graduating seniors of Highland High School who will pursue a 1, 2 or 4 year program leading to a degree in the field of education. This scholarship is awarded by the scholarship committee at Highland High School. Deadline: March 6, 2026- through the Troy Foundation. 

Morrow County Chamber of Commerce Scholarship– The Morrow County Chamber of Commerce will be awarding (5) $500 scholarships; one per school district. These will be one-time scholarships that will be paid to the student upon proof of completion including 1st semester transcripts or certificate. Funds may be used for tuition, books, room and board, or other expenses related to education. The student must be a graduating senior, the student must attend a Morrow County School (students enrolled at Tri-Rivers or Pioneer through a Morrow County School District may also apply), the student must plan to attend a college or university, trade school, or vocational training. The student must complete the application form, including a 500-word essay, list of activities, and a recommendation from a guidance counselor, teacher, civic, community or religious leader. The application, essay, and reference letter may be mailed to: Mindy Groves, P.O. Box 174, Mount Gilead, OH 43338 or emailed to director@morrowchamber.com. Deadline: March 27, 2026. 

Doris Harris Memorial Scholarship– this $250 scholarship is available for a HHS senior planning on pursuing a 2 or 4 year college degree in the fall of 2026. Deadline: March 30, 2026 to Mrs. Kennedy-McPherson in the guidance office. Paper applications available in the guidance office. 

Morrow County Cattlemen’s Association Scholarship– this scholarship is available to any Morrow County senior that has experience or a background in showing beef projects at the fair. Deadline: Applications must be in the hands of committee members by March 30, 2026. Applications can be mailed to Julie Logan, MCCA Scholarship Committee 6891 Twp. Rd. 45 Mansfield, OH 44904. Paper applications in the guidance office. 

Ohio Gas Association Scholarship– this scholarship is open to all Ohio students who meet the following minimum criteria: Must be a U.S. citizen or legal resident, must have a career goal in the natural gas or related energy field, must be an Ohio resident attending, or planning to attend an accredited Ohio college, university, technical or trade school, must have and maintain a GPA of 3.0 or higher. Deadline: March 31, 2026. 

Morrow County Township Association Scholarship– The Morrow County Township Association Scholarship is a $500 scholarship offered to a senior who resides in Morrow County. This scholarship will be awarded to a student who plans to continue his/her education at any form of post-secondary institution (four-year, two-year, career training, etc). Applications for the Morrow County Township Association Scholarship must be mailed to Morrow County Township Association, PO Box 417, Mount Gilead, OH 43338. Applications must be postmarked by March 31. All materials for the application must be mailed as a packet. If additional space is needed to answer the questions completely, please add additional sheet(s). Award will be based on community service, leadership qualities, and quality of character. Award is not heavily based on your GPA. An interview in early May may be requested. Deadline: March 31, 2026. 

Stone Justin Foltz Peace Award– The iamstonefoltz FOUNDATION presents the Peace Award to at least 5 students within the following Ohio Counties: Delaware, Franklin, Morrow, Knox, Marion, Union, Madison and Licking. Applicants must be graduating high school seniors, in good standing, and exemplify outstanding acts of kindness and peace while also excelling in leadership roles and service within the local community. Each award is $2222 to represent the peace sign of 2 fingers in honor of Stone Foltz who lost his life in a senseless hazing ritual in 2021. Stone was always seen in photographs with the peace sign. Visit our website at iamstonefoltz.com to learn more of Stone’s Story. All applications must be received by March 31, 2026, to be considered. Forms must be submitted electronically. 

Marengo Memorial Post 710 American Legion Scholarship– this scholarship is available to any Highland senior pursuing post secondary educational opportunities. Application must be mailed to the American Legion at Marengo Memorial Post 710 Scholarship Committee, The American Legion, PO Box 77 Marengo, OH 43334. Paper applications in guidance office. Deadline: March 31, 2026. 

Highland Athletic Booster Scholarship– this scholarship is available to any Highland senior that participated in high school sports while at Highland that plans on attending a post-secondary education program upon graduating. Deadline: April 3, 2026. Paper copies of application available in the guidance office. Email application and essay to Derek Bower at derek_b@hlsd.us.

 Morrow County Soil and Conservation District Scholarships– Several scholarships awarded by the Morrow County Soil and Conservation District. Review the various requirements and majors. All applications and materials are due in Morrow SWCD office at 5362 US HWY 42, Suite 202, Mount Gilead, Ohio or mocoswcd@redbird.net by 4:30pm on April 8th, 2026. 

 Kiwanis Club of Morrow County– this scholarship is open to any senior planning on attending post-secondary education. Five winners from Morrow County schools will be chosen. Paper copies of application are in the guidance office. Completed application, essay, two letters of recommendation and your high school transcript must be included. Deadline: April 10. 2026. All materials must be submitted to Mrs. McPherson in the guidance office. 

Highland Elementary Scholarship– this scholarship is available to any Highland senior that attended Highland Elementary school. You must have an acceptance letter from a two or four year college to be eligible. Please make sure your name and the name of the scholarship is at the beginning of your essay. Deadline: Email Mr. Winkelfoos (shawn_w@hlsd.us) by April 10, 2026. 

Be Like Joe Student-Athlete Scholarship– The Be Like Joe Scholarship is centered on community involvement, in memory of Joe Long. Applicants must clearly demonstrate how they have made a positive impact or meaningful difference within their community through service, leadership, compassion, or action. It’s not about popularity or statistics; it’s about
heart. Student-Athletes are often leaders within their schools and communities, and this scholarship reflects the Joe Long Foundation’s commitment to supporting youth who make a difference through athletics, service, and character. Open to all student-athletes in Morrow County, a $500 scholarship will be awarded to 1 student-athlete from each of the Morrow county high schools. Submit a 1-minute video on how you’ve made a difference in the community, as well as a personal reference. See the linked flier for my information. Deadline: April 15, 2026. 

The Little Things Matter Scholarship– This scholarship, in honor of Emma West, is open to all seniors planning to attend a post-secondary college or university to pursue a degree in social work, a medical field, or other human services field. The scholarship is provided through The Highland Youth Scholarship Opportunities (HYSO), formerly Highland Youth Softball. Scholarships are based on an essay written about “Why the little things matter”. Essays must be sent via email to highlandyouthsoftball@gmail.com. All submissions must be submitted by April 23, 2026.

Jack M. Allen Memorial Scholarship– This scholarship is in memory of Jack M. Allen, who was deeply rooted in the Morrow County community. Award recipients a one time scholarship award, amount to be determined each year by number of applicants, but no less than $500.00. The scholarship will be awarded to a (or more than one) deserving senior student that will be attending a post-secondary trade school. Must be post-marked by April 27, 2026. 

Making a Difference, Changing Lives Scholarship– A scholarship opportunity to honor Emma West and the example she left. Emma made it a priority to assure everyone that their presence in this world makes a difference. That they matter and that the world is a better place because of them. Emma possessed the gift of being able to brighten any moment or lift up any person’s spirits. Please submit a paragraph or two of how you have or would like to make a difference or change someone’s life. Please provide details of your future plans after high school. Please tell us a little about yourself. (What you enjoy, what you have participated in, what do you look forward to). Please submit to Mrs. McPherson in the guidance office. Deadline: April 30, 2026.

Scholarship Databases

State of Ohio Means Jobs Scholarship Search Engine

 Fastweb National Scholarship Search– Fastweb is a reputable site for searching and applying for scholarships on a national level. Deadlines vary.  

Top 175+ Scholarships for College– Comprehensive list of over 175 scholarships with various due dates and requirements. Deadlines vary. 

 National Student Scholarships– Several national scholarships. Deadlines vary.