SCHOLARSHIPS

*Scholarships will be added throughout the year as they become available.

  1. United Community Scholarship Foundation Scholarships DUE: 4/1/26

    • Each year, the United Community Scholarship Foundation awards thousands of dollars to students graduating from United Local High School.

    • Scholarships are available in (4) areas: Academics Scholarships, Fine or Performing Arts Scholarships, General Scholarships, and Technical/Career Related Scholarships.

    • Online Applications must be submitted online using this link by April 1st. Applications will not be accepted after this date.

  2. United Gridiron Club Football Scholarship DUE: 4/1/26

    • Must have a 2.5 minimum GPA

    • Must be a senior football player at United Local High School

    • Must attend a post graduate plan. This plan

      could include attending a college, university, or vocational/trade school following high school

      graduation. This plan could also include entering the military, workforce, or pursuing an

      entrepreneurial endeavor.

  3. United Gridiron Club Cheer Scholarship DUE: 4/1/26

    • Must have a 2.5 minimum GPA

    • Must be a senior football cheerleader at United Local High School

    • Must attend a college, university, or vocational/trade school in the first term following high school graduation.

  4. Hagan Scholarship DUE: 12/1/25

    • Must attend an Eligible Public High School.

    • Must have achieved a 3.50 Cumulative Grade Point Average.

    • Must enroll at an Eligible Four-Year College or University the first semester following high school graduation.

    • Must maintain a four year or less graduation schedule in college.

    • Must work 240 hours from January 1, 2025 until September 1, 2025.

    • Applicant’s Adjusted Gross Household Income reported for Federal Income Tax Purposes must not exceed $100,000.

  5. Janice P. Carson Scholarship DUE: 4/3/26 by 5pm

    • Criteria and Eligibility

      • Applicant must attend United Local High School

      • Applicant must be a graduating high school senior in the year of the award.

      • Applicant must have at least a 3.0 grade point average.

      • Applicant must demonstrate academic excellence, extra-curricular activity, community service and
        engagement, and the pursuit of higher education.

      • Preference is given to those pursuing a career in education or social services and/or those who would be first-generation college students.

  6. OAPSE/AFSCME Memorial Scholarship Due: 3/1/26

    • Criteria and Eligibility

      • The OAPSE/AFSCME Memorial Scholarship Program is available to children whose parent or legal guardian is a member in good standing of the Ohio Association of Public School Employees (OAPSE/AFSCME Local 4/AFL-CIO).

      • Any graduating high school senior who is a daughter or son of an active OAPSE/AFSCME member or whose legal guardian is an active OAPSE/AFSCME member and who intends to enroll in a full-time degree program in any two (2) or four (4) year accredited university, college, business or technical school is eligible to apply for a scholarship.

  7. Youngstown State University Foundation DUE: 2/2/26

    • For all students who have been accepted and plan to attend Youngstown State University for the 26-27 academic year.

  8. Dream.. Innovate..Grow Scholarship DUE: 3/2/26 by 3pm

    • Criteria and Eligibility

      • Permanent resident status in Western PA or Eastern Ohio

      • Cumulative grade point average of 3.0

      • Performed with distinction in terms of leadership, volunteerism, character, and positive attitude.

      • Signified the intention to continue academic work beyond the high school level.

      • Been accepted as a full-time student at a college, university, or trade school for the upcoming fall semester.

  9. Ohio Natural Energy Scholarship DUE: 3/1/26

    • Must be a U.S. citizen

    • Must have a career goal in the natural gas and oil industry.

    • Must be an Ohio resident

    • Must have and maintained a GPA of 2.5 or higher

  10. Foundation for Appalachian Ohio DUE: 2/15/26

    • Criteria and Eligibility

      • You can apply to multiple scholarships. Please click the link above to review the scholarship descriptions/eligibility criteria.

  11. Dr. James J. Thomas Scholarship DUE: 3/20/26 by 3pm

    • Criteria Considered

      • Interest in pursuing a career in the healthcare field

      • Volunteer work in any location

      • School and community involvement

      • General academic achievement

  12. Medical Mutual Scholarship Fund DUE: 3/15/26 by 5pm

    • Seniors graduating from Ohio school districts that carry Medical Mutual insurance or use Mutual Health Services for claims administration are now eligible to apply online for a one-time $1,000 scholarship toward college tuition.

    • Additionally, six top applicants across the state will receive a $10,000 award for their outstanding academic and community service efforts.

  13. Community Foundation of Mahoning Valley DUE: 3/1/26

    • Students only have to complete one application to be considered for multiple scholarship opportunities.

  14. The Grand Lodge of Masons of Ohio Scholarship DUE: 3/1/26

    • They award three $1500 scholarships to graduating seniors who plan to attend college

    • Along with the application, they will need the applicant to complete a FAFSA form and know their Expected Family Contribution, a transcript submitted by a Guidance Counselor, and a Letter of Recommendation.

    • Applications must be RECEIVED, not postmarked, by March 1st.

    • Scholarship Applications should be mailed to:
      Craig Marshall
      220 High Street
      Canfield, OH  44406

  15. Tom Holden Memorial Scholarship DUE: 3/6/26 @ 11:59pm

    • Criteria and Eligibility

      • Students must write a commercial script for a local nonprofit organization on the list provided (click here for a complete list).  They must follow all instructions on the form below to submit their entry. 

      • Students must submit a written script for a :30 commercial for their selected organization which will be scored based on their creativity and original idea.

  16. Lisbon Area Chamber of Commerce Scholarship DUE: by 12pm 4/17/26

    • Criteria and Eligibility

      • Be a candidate for graduation in 2026.

      • Have a minimum 3.25 grade point average.

      • Submit a completed application by the deadline.

      • Have three (3) letters of recommendation from any combination of teachers, coaches, community

        leaders or employers. All letters must be in a sealed envelope and signed across the seal. The

        letters must be submitted with the application packet and have absolutely no signs of tampering.

      • Submit a short essay (maximum 250 words) on “How you will give back to your community and

        how you will lead your business in the community in which you will serve.” The essay must be

        typed. No handwritten essays will be accepted.

      • Turn in to: The Lisbon Area Chamber of Commerce

        120 N. Market St.

        Lisbon, OH 44432

  17. Salem Elks Scholarship DUE: 3/15/26

    • Local scholarships will be in the amount of $500.

  18. Corporation for Ohio Appalachian Development DUE: 5/1/26

    • Criteria and Eligibility

      • Be a resident of the 30-county COAD service area for at least one year before the application deadline.

      • Reside in a household with a total annual income at or below 200% of the federal poverty guidelines.

      • Have obtained or will obtain a high school degree or GED.

      • Show proof of acceptance by an accredited 2-year or 4-year institution of higher education.

  19. Edward J. DeBartolo Scholarship DUE: 4/3/26

    • Awards are based on financial need, community service, and academics.

    • If you need a letter of recommendation from Ms. Noel, a one week notice is required!