HHS Scholarships
Listed below are scholarship opportunities for the Class of 2026, as they become available. Please click on each link for details and deadlines.
Please keep in mind, your college of attendance will be where you will receive scholarship funds through merit-based scholarships, need based scholarships, grants and work study opportunities. It is your responsibility to ensure your completed applications are in to your college by the college due date to be considered for their scholarships and awards. These vary by college, however many of those deadlines occur as early as November 1st. You can find them by searching merit scholarships or financial aid deadlines on college websites. You should contact financial aid at the college you plan on attending to inquire about scholarship opportunities and ways to reduce your total college cost.
Transcripts can be requested via Parchment, search your school email for emails from Parchment to create your account. Make sure to use a personal email address, when creating your account, so you always have access. If you need a paper copy of your transcript and do not have access to a printer, email Mrs. McPherson at jordan_k@hlsd.us or Mrs. Pauley at katie_p@hlsd.us.
Scholarships
Ohio JCI Senate Scholarships– this scholarship is open to all seniors planning to attend a post-secondary college, university, or vocational school. The scholarship is provided through the Ohio Jaycees Foundation. Scholarships are given based on academics, need, or vocational/trade school. Applications must be mailed to the Ohio Jaycees prior to the application deadline. Applications may be sent to Jane Hider Ohio JCI Scholarship Chairman 3590 Clearview Place, Wooster, OH 44691. Email scholarship@usjcisenate.org with questions. Must be postmarked by January 12, 2026.
Ohio Township Association Scholarships– Multiple scholarships including a focus on citizenship, students pursuing post-secondary college or university, and students pursuing a training program after high school. Deadline: January 31, 2026.
ESA Foundation Scholarships– Multiple Scholarships for the state of Ohio through the endowments made to the ESA Foundation. Most have a minimum GPA requirement of 3.0, though some have additional requirements. See all scholarships and the application at the linked site. Deadline: February 2nd, 2026. Mountain Time.
Consolidated Cooperative Scholarships– Consolidated Cooperative is offering two scholarship programs for graduating seniors: Concern for Community: Five $2,000 scholarships to students who have demonstrated genuine care and concern for their communities. Academic Achievement: We are offering one $2,000 scholarship to our top applicant, who will have the opportunity to earn more through an interview competition at Ohio’s Electric Cooperatives headquarters in Columbus. Your parent/guardian must be a Consolidated Cooperative member to apply. Deadline: February 13, 2026.
Engineers Foundation of Ohio Scholarships– Multiple scholarships available to students pursuing a career in engineering. Deadline: February 15th, 2026.
Scholarship Databases
Going Merry– state and national scholarships. Deadlines vary. Going Merry Scholarship List for Highland Students
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.