Scholarships
90% of scholarship money earned by Stansbury High School students comes from the college they choose to attend. Please check out the below links to Utah colleges to see if you are on track for an academic scholarship, or visit Mrs. Cavey in the counseling center to determine your eligibility. You can figure out your college index score here.
PRIVATE SCHOLARSHIPS:
The Regents Scholarship
The Regents' Scholarship encourages Utah high school students to prepare for college academically. Over 22,000 students have earned the Regents' Scholarship by taking the courses that help them be college ready.
Requirements (Click HERE for more details):
- 4 credits English
- 4 credits progressive Math
- 3 credits Social Studies
- 3 credits lab based science (must be biology, chemistry, physics)
- 2 years foreign language
- FAFSA completion
- 3.3 GPA
- 22 ACT Composite
Application Deadlines:
Priority - December 6, 2019
Regular - February 3, 2019
USBE CTE Scholarship
The Career and Technical Education (CTE) Scholarships and Tuition Awards are for outstanding CTE students in Utah. The scholarships/awards are sponsored by the Utah State Board of Education (USBE) with funds provided by participating higher education institutions. The award amount varies by institution. The list of participating institutions, the number of scholarships/awards offered, and the amount of the scholarship/award can be found here.
Please note:
- CTE Scholarships and Tuition Awards are only offered to the higher education institutions listed.
- The CTE Scholarships and Tuition Awards may only be applied toward future programs and not toward any expense incurred as a high school student.
- Each scholarship/award has different criteria for what the scholarship/award can be used. Please refer to the Institution Criteria Frequently Asked Questions for detailed information.
- Applicants should work with their high school counselor and a CTE teacher when completing the application.
- Applicants should follow directions on the CTE Scholarship and Tuition Awards website with exactness to ensure the application is accepted and duly considered.
- All items necessary to complete the application should be accessible before beginning the application. There is not a save & continue later feature.
Deadline: January 31, 2020
UIAAA/NIAAA Student Athlete Scholarship
Minimum Requirements for the UIAAA (Utah Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association) Scholarship
· Applicant must be a senior in high school
· Applicant must have achieved the following: (a) minimum of B average (c) ACT score of 20
· Applicant must have participated in two sports each year for at least 3 years.
· Applicant must have earned at least one varsity letter in each of two sports
· Applicant must complete attached scholar/essay application
· Applicant must have a letter of recommendation from the high school athletic administrator/director
· The principal or athletic administrator/director must sign the application to ensure that the academic information submitted is accurate
· All materials must be postmarked to: UIAAA/NIAAA scholarship program, 199 East 7200 South, Midvale, Utah 84047 (no later than January 31st).
6 Utah athletes will receive $2000 each and the top girl & boy from the state will be entered in the national competition.
Click HERE for application.
Please note: The application lists qualifications necessary for the National award. Refer to the UIAAA page found here for state qualifications. You will be using the national application, but will submit it to the local office.
Deadline: January 31, 2020
Tooele Education Foundation Scholarships
(This section will be updated as scholarships become available)
Disabled American Veterans Chapter 20: Descendants of Military Veterans ScholarshipThe scholarship is sponsored by the Jordan M. Byrd Chapter 20 of the Disabled American Veterans. The scholarship is available to the children and grandchildren of American Military Veterans.
CRITERIA:
Complete and submit the application
Applicants must be a child or a grandchild of an American Military Veteran
Must be a senior, or junior graduating early, from Blue Peak High School, Dugway High School, Grantsville High School, Stansbury High School, or Tooele High School.
Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher during the graduating year (certified transcript required).
Essay, not to exceed 800 words following the prompt provided.
List of leadership involvement
List of community and school service projects
Letter of recommendation
Dependent children of members of the Tooele Education Foundation Board of Directors and Staff, and judging team members are not eligible for the scholarship.
CRITERIA:
Complete and submit the application
Applicants must be a child or a grandchild of an American Military Veteran
Must be a senior, or junior graduating early, from Blue Peak High School, Dugway High School, Grantsville High School, Stansbury High School, or Tooele High School.
Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher during the graduating year (certified transcript required).
Essay, not to exceed 800 words following the prompt provided.
List of leadership involvement
List of community and school service projects
Letter of recommendation
Dependent children of members of the Tooele Education Foundation Board of Directors and Staff, and judging team members are not eligible for the scholarship.
DEADLINE: February 21, 2020
SCHOLARSHIP AMOUNT: $500.00
Richard K. Warner Memorial ScholarshipThe Tooele Education Foundation has collaborated with family members of the late Richard K. Warner in the creation and establishment of the Richard K. Warner Memorial Scholarship program.
Requirements for the Richard Warner Memorial Scholarship are:
1. Complete all application form information.
2. Seniors, or juniors graduating early, from any Tooele County School District high school
3. Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher during your high school career (certified transcript including your ACT score)
4. Essay not to exceed 800 words using the prompt provided.
5. Participation in extra-curricular activities: Examples include, but are not limited to: service programs, leadership activities, clubs, athletic teams, and civic engagement.
6. Letter of recommendation
7. Be willing to maintain contact with the Foundation, provide follow-up information and provide a written report on the use of the scholarship funds and progress you have made in advancing your education following the first year of post secondary education.
DEADLINE: February 21, 2020
Requirements for the Richard Warner Memorial Scholarship are:
1. Complete all application form information.
2. Seniors, or juniors graduating early, from any Tooele County School District high school
3. Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher during your high school career (certified transcript including your ACT score)
4. Essay not to exceed 800 words using the prompt provided.
5. Participation in extra-curricular activities: Examples include, but are not limited to: service programs, leadership activities, clubs, athletic teams, and civic engagement.
6. Letter of recommendation
7. Be willing to maintain contact with the Foundation, provide follow-up information and provide a written report on the use of the scholarship funds and progress you have made in advancing your education following the first year of post secondary education.
DEADLINE: February 21, 2020
AWARD: $500.00
Rotary Service Above Self ScholarshipIt is hoped that the "Service Above Self" Scholarship will serve as an incentive to students to make the world a better place through education and service to solve local problems, provide humanitarian aid and promote good will.
CRITERIA:
1. Complete and submit the application form.
2. Senior students graduating from any Tooele County School District high school may apply.
2. Cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher to during high school (certified transcripts required)
3. Essay - not to exceed 800 words using the prompt provided.
4. Letter of recommendation
CRITERIA:
1. Complete and submit the application form.
2. Senior students graduating from any Tooele County School District high school may apply.
2. Cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher to during high school (certified transcripts required)
3. Essay - not to exceed 800 words using the prompt provided.
4. Letter of recommendation
Arthur W. Brothers Scholarship - Communication & TechnologyScholarships are made possible by and in cooperation with the A. W. Brothers Family and the Tooele Education Foundation.
The A.W. Brothers family, working hand in hand with the Tooele Education Foundation has established the Arthur W. Brothers Communication and Technology Scholarship. The scholarships will be awarded to graduating high school seniors in the Tooele County School District.
The A.W. Brothers family, working hand in hand with the Tooele Education Foundation has established the Arthur W. Brothers Communication and Technology Scholarship. The scholarships will be awarded to graduating high school seniors in the Tooele County School District.
CRITERIA:
High School senior who plans to pursue a career in communications or communication technology
Complete and submit application packet.
GPA of 2.5 or higher (certified transcript required).
Essay, not to exceed 800 words.
List of community service projects with which you have been involved.
List of leadership opportunities that have helped you grow.
Letter of recommendation.
Complete and submit application packet.
GPA of 2.5 or higher (certified transcript required).
Essay, not to exceed 800 words.
List of community service projects with which you have been involved.
List of leadership opportunities that have helped you grow.
Letter of recommendation.
DEADLINE: February 21, 2020
AWARDS: One (1) $1,000 scholarship, and two (2) $500 scholarships
Detroit Diesel Skilled Trades & STEM ScholarshipDetroit Diesel Remanufacturing West is a high tech company dedicated to offering scholarship opportunities to students who wish to pursue pathways of post secondary education related to technical trade skills and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math)
FACTORS THAT WILL WEIGH HEAVILY IN THE SELECTION PROCESS INCLUDE:
GPA and ACT scores as shown on the students certified transcript.
Quality of letter of recommendation.
List of community service projects with which you have been involved.
List of leadership experiences in which you participated.
List of classes and experiences that demonstrate your desire to pursue a Skilled Trades or STEM related career pathway.
Quality of essay
GPA and ACT scores as shown on the students certified transcript.
Quality of letter of recommendation.
List of community service projects with which you have been involved.
List of leadership experiences in which you participated.
List of classes and experiences that demonstrate your desire to pursue a Skilled Trades or STEM related career pathway.
Quality of essay
DEADLINE: February 21, 2020
Awards: Multiple award amounts, $1000 minimum
Kiwanis "Go Local" ScholarshipThese two scholarships are in memory of Jerry Steelman and Vickie Griffith and are made possible by and in cooperation with Kiwanis and the Tooele Education Foundation. It is hoped that the "Go Local" Scholarship will serve as an incentive to students desiring to continue their education here in Tooele County.
CRITERIA:
1. Complete and submit application form.
2. Senior students from any Tooele County School District High Schools
3. Minimum GPA of 2.5 or higher (certified transcript required)
4. Essay - not to exceed 800 words using the prompt provided
5. Letter of recommendation
6. Applicants must be planning to attend the Tooele Technical College or USU in Tooele.
"Go Local" scholarships will be awarded to students who desire to continue their education in Tooele County. With the presence of the Tooele Technology College and the Tooele campus of Utah State University students can stay at home and become will qualified for the workforce or earn a college degree.
1. Complete and submit application form.
2. Senior students from any Tooele County School District High Schools
3. Minimum GPA of 2.5 or higher (certified transcript required)
4. Essay - not to exceed 800 words using the prompt provided
5. Letter of recommendation
6. Applicants must be planning to attend the Tooele Technical College or USU in Tooele.
"Go Local" scholarships will be awarded to students who desire to continue their education in Tooele County. With the presence of the Tooele Technology College and the Tooele campus of Utah State University students can stay at home and become will qualified for the workforce or earn a college degree.
DEADLINE: February 21, 2020
AWARD: (2) $500.00 awards
Purple Innovation ScholarshipPurple, working hand in hand with the Tooele Education Foundation, has established the Purple Innovation Scholarship. The scholarships will be awarded to graduating high school seniors in the Tooele County School District.
CRITERIA:
Complete and submit application packet.
GPA of 3.0 or higher (certified transcript required).
Essay - not to exceed 800 words.
List of experiences you have participated in at school and in the community, particularly as they relate to your chosen career path.
Complete and submit application packet.
GPA of 3.0 or higher (certified transcript required).
Essay - not to exceed 800 words.
List of experiences you have participated in at school and in the community, particularly as they relate to your chosen career path.
DEADLINE: February 21, 2020
AWARD: (3) $1500.00 awards
Purple Pathway ScholarshipScholarships will be awarded to qualified students who demonstrate a desire to continue their education and will be awarded to students seeking special training and skills in the areas of manufacturing, design, marketing, and project management leading to employment at Purple and in cooperation with the Tooele Technical College. The scholarship must be used at Tooele Technical College.
Criteria:
1. Complete and submit all information on the application form.
2. Students graduating from Tooele County School District may apply.
3. Scholarship is to be used only at Tooele Technical College.
4. GPA of 2.5 or higher (certified transcript required)
5. Essay - not to exceed 800 words using the prompt provided.
6. List of experiences you have participated in at school and in the community, particularly as they relate to your chosen career path.
1. Complete and submit all information on the application form.
2. Students graduating from Tooele County School District may apply.
3. Scholarship is to be used only at Tooele Technical College.
4. GPA of 2.5 or higher (certified transcript required)
5. Essay - not to exceed 800 words using the prompt provided.
6. List of experiences you have participated in at school and in the community, particularly as they relate to your chosen career path.
DEADLINE: February 21, 2020
AWARDS (10) $500.00 each + Tooele Technical College matching grant of $500.00 = $1,000.00
Birch Family Pharmacy “STEP IT UP” ScholarshipThe "Step It Up" Scholarship is sponsored by Birch Family Pharmacy. The $1000 scholarship is for students who plan to further their education in Pharmacy, Medical, Dental, or Nursing School.
CRITERIA:
1. Complete the application form
2. Essay - Write an essay using the prompt provided (not to exceed 1000 words).
3. Upload a certified transcript.
DEADLINE: March 20, 2020
SCHOLARSHIP AMOUNT: $1,000.00
Barrick Go For the Gold ScholarshipThis $1,000 scholarship is made possible by and in cooperation with the BARRICK MERCUR GOLD MINE FOUNDATION, INC.
In 1989, the Barrick Gold Mining Company established the Barrick Foundation for the purpose of providing an endowment to fund scholarships for graduating high school students in the Tooele County School District. The Barrick Foundation works closely with the Tooele Education Foundation in administering this scholarship program.
Scholarships are awarded to qualified students who demonstrate a need and desire to continue their education either with specific workforce training or to pursue a higher education degree. Barrick’s emphasis is to recognize and award students who may not have received significant scholarships from other sources.
CRITERIA:
1. Complete and submit application form
2. Seniors graduating from either Blue Peak, Grantsville, Stansbury or Tooele High Schools may apply.
3. List of service, leadership, and extra-curricular activities and experiences you have participated in at school and in the community, particularly as they relate to your chosen academic/career goals.
4. Write and submit and essay following the prompt provided. Not to exceed 800 words.
5. Letter of recommendation
6. Scholarship must be used within the academic year following high school graduation. Scholarship recipients may submit a request for a deferral.
In 1989, the Barrick Gold Mining Company established the Barrick Foundation for the purpose of providing an endowment to fund scholarships for graduating high school students in the Tooele County School District. The Barrick Foundation works closely with the Tooele Education Foundation in administering this scholarship program.
Scholarships are awarded to qualified students who demonstrate a need and desire to continue their education either with specific workforce training or to pursue a higher education degree. Barrick’s emphasis is to recognize and award students who may not have received significant scholarships from other sources.
CRITERIA:
1. Complete and submit application form
2. Seniors graduating from either Blue Peak, Grantsville, Stansbury or Tooele High Schools may apply.
3. List of service, leadership, and extra-curricular activities and experiences you have participated in at school and in the community, particularly as they relate to your chosen academic/career goals.
4. Write and submit and essay following the prompt provided. Not to exceed 800 words.
5. Letter of recommendation
6. Scholarship must be used within the academic year following high school graduation. Scholarship recipients may submit a request for a deferral.
Dalton Donate 4 Life: Nursing/Medical ScholarshipIndividuals interested in promoting organ donation and the Tooele Education Foundation have collaborated in the creation and implementation of the Dalton Donate 4 Life Nursing/Medical Scholarship. Special consideration will be given to applicants who will be pursuing a career in the nursing/medical profession and who have shown an interest in this field as demonstrated by the classes they have taken in high school.
CRITERIA:
1. Complete and submit the application
2. Must be a senior, or a junior graduating early, from a Tooele County School District high school. Students graduating from adult education are also eligible to apply.
3. Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher throughout high school (certified transcript required)
4. Essay, not to exceed 800 words. The essay should include information about yourself, your understanding and knowledge about organ donation, and why you are planning a career in a nursing/medical field.
5. Letter of recommendation
6. Leadership and community service
7. List of medical related classes and/or experience
8. Dependent children of members of the Tooele Education Foundation Board of Directors and judging team members are not eligible to apply for the scholarship
CRITERIA:
1. Complete and submit the application
2. Must be a senior, or a junior graduating early, from a Tooele County School District high school. Students graduating from adult education are also eligible to apply.
3. Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher throughout high school (certified transcript required)
4. Essay, not to exceed 800 words. The essay should include information about yourself, your understanding and knowledge about organ donation, and why you are planning a career in a nursing/medical field.
5. Letter of recommendation
6. Leadership and community service
7. List of medical related classes and/or experience
8. Dependent children of members of the Tooele Education Foundation Board of Directors and judging team members are not eligible to apply for the scholarship
DEADLINE: MARCH 20, 2020
SCHOLARSHIP AMOUNT: $500.00
FFA Scholarships - Tooele CountyCRITERIA:
1. Seniors, or juniors graduating early, from Grantsville, Stansbury or Tooele high school
2. Essay
3. Quality of SAE - two paged supervised agricultural experience record.
4. Leadership and Community Service
5. Demonstrated interest and / or aptitude as shown by success in the FFA program.
6. The content of the letter of recommendation.
7. Cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher
8. ACT scores submitted
1. Seniors, or juniors graduating early, from Grantsville, Stansbury or Tooele high school
2. Essay
3. Quality of SAE - two paged supervised agricultural experience record.
4. Leadership and Community Service
5. Demonstrated interest and / or aptitude as shown by success in the FFA program.
6. The content of the letter of recommendation.
7. Cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher
8. ACT scores submitted
DEADLINE: March 20, 2020
AWARDS:
(6) - $500.00 - for students pursuing specialized technical training.
(3) - $1,000.00 - for students who will pursue a degree at a university.
(1) - $1,500.00 - for the top applicant
Jordan M. Byrd Memorial ScholarshipScholarships will be awarded to qualified students who demonstrate a desire to pursue an education in the medical field at the college or university of their choice.
CRITERIA:
1. Complete and submit application form
2. Any graduate from any TCSD high school or the Adult Education program may apply.
3. Applicants must intend to pursue a career in the medical field.
4. Cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher (certified transcript required)
5. Letter of recommendation.
6. Complete essay - not to exceed 800 words using the prompt provided.
7. List and describe your community service involvement.
8. List and describe leadership experiences you have had throughout high school.
1. Complete and submit application form
2. Any graduate from any TCSD high school or the Adult Education program may apply.
3. Applicants must intend to pursue a career in the medical field.
4. Cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher (certified transcript required)
5. Letter of recommendation.
6. Complete essay - not to exceed 800 words using the prompt provided.
7. List and describe your community service involvement.
8. List and describe leadership experiences you have had throughout high school.
DEADLINE: March 20, 2020
AWARD: $500.00
Jordan M. Byrd Silver Star ScholarshipScholarships will be awarded to qualified students who demonstrate a desire to pursue an education in the medical field at the college or university of their choice.
1. Complete and submit the application form.
2. Senior, or junior graduating early, from any TCSD high school or graduate of the Adult Education program.
3. Applicants must intend to pursue a career in the medical field.
4. 3.5 or higher cumulative GPA
4. Letter of recommendation
5. Essay one - "Why you want to pursue a career in a medical field."
6. Essay two - "What is Patriotism?"
7. List and describe community service involvement and leadership experiences you have had throughout high school.
8. Provide a list of medical education classes you have taken and any volunteer or work experience you have had related to this field.
2. Senior, or junior graduating early, from any TCSD high school or graduate of the Adult Education program.
3. Applicants must intend to pursue a career in the medical field.
4. 3.5 or higher cumulative GPA
4. Letter of recommendation
5. Essay one - "Why you want to pursue a career in a medical field."
6. Essay two - "What is Patriotism?"
7. List and describe community service involvement and leadership experiences you have had throughout high school.
8. Provide a list of medical education classes you have taken and any volunteer or work experience you have had related to this field.
DEADLINE: March 20, 2020
AWARD: $1500.00
Matt McConnell Baseball Scholarship
One $1500.00 scholarship will be awarded to a Stansbury High School senior baseball or softball player. The scholarship may be deferred for military or church service. Candidate must have a minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA. In a handwritten, cursive 1000 word essay, please answer the following questions:
What does it mean to have:
- Love of the Game?
- Passion for the Game?
- Teammates?
DEADLINE: April 1, 2020
AWARD: $1500
Print Application Here or visit Mrs. Cavey to pick one up.
Addee Khoundet Foundation Scholarship
Eligibility criteria:
- Senior at SHS, on track to graduate in May 2020.
- Attend college/university or vocational/technical school or other post-secondary education.
- Overcome or still coping with adversity.
- Extra consideration may be given to SHS wrestlers.
Award: Four (4) $500 awards
Deadline: April 24, 2020 to Mrs. Cavey
Link to ALL Tooele Education Foundation Scholarships HERE.
- FAFSA
- FAFSA4caster
- National Scholarship Search Platforms
- Regents Scholarship
- Regents Planning Guide
- New Century Scholarship
- Service Log
- Letter of Recommendation form
- Find your College index Score
- College Scholarship Q&A
- Paying for College
- How to Earn a Scholarship
Click on the link below to access the scholarship workshop slide show: