Welcome to Monticello Central High School Scholarship Page:
Scholarships are still available. Scroll down to see what is still available for you to apply to.
Don’t leave any money on the table, remember there is no limit to the number of scholarships you can apply for.
For questions regarding scholarships please contact your school counselor.
Thanks, Ms. Killins Director of Student Support Services.
Scholarship opportunities for seniors
We are very proud of the accomplishments of our students and feel fortunate to live in a community which embraces and rewards our students’ achievements and are grateful for the community organizations and private donors for their generosity. There is a diversity of scholarships so please don’t think you don’t qualify. Review all that are posted and make note of the ones you will be applying for. You can apply to as many as you believe you qualify for.
Overview
Over the course of the academic year scholarships become available to our students. Some are local, some are regional and some are national. Each scholarship has its own specific criteria and procedure for applying. Scholarship information can be obtained by contacting any one of the guidance counselors.
All scholarships are posted on the website scholarship page. In addition, the Monticello High School Guidance Department is utilizing a remind text/e-mail service. Click here to sign up for the scholarship remind text and e-mail service.
Students can obtain scholarship applications from a guidance counselor or download them from the website below. It is important to follow the directions stated on the application. Some require students to submit them directly to the sponsor while others require that the application is submitted to the guidance office.
Due dates are firm and must be adhered to. Often the date due to the guidance office is different from the due date listed on the application. This is because guidance personnel need time to collect recommendations, transcripts and other required information.
March through May are the primary months for scholarship applications. It is suggested that students have their scholarship letters of recommendation and resumes on file in their guidance counselor’s office prior to March 1 to expedite the processing of scholarship applications.
It is strongly recommended that scholarship recipients show their appreciation by sending a note of thanks to the donors.
Ongoing
Check the following sites regularly as they both have multiple national scholarships with varying due dates. Updates could happen at any time so please check often.
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Rock Hill Ladies Auxiliary Scholarship: This scholarship is for graduating seniors who are continuing their education after high school and are residents of the Rock Hill Fire District. To apply see Ms. Yewchuck in the Guidance Office. Due April 30th
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Sullivan County Bar Association Ira Jay Cohen Scholarship 2 awards of $750 each: This scholarship was established in 2016 to honor the memory of Ira Jay Cohen. Ira was a life long resident of Sullivan County and member of the Bar Association. He enjoyed a long and illustrious career as both private attorney and public servant, having served as Sullivan County Public Defender (1972-1975), Sullivan County Attorney (1996-2004) and Sullivan County Treasurer (2006-2014). Applicants must be a local high school student graduating in June of 2025, will be attending college in the fall of 2025 with an anticipated career in public service or law. Applicants must also submit a 500-1000 word personal statement introducing themselves, what they enjoy and why they are considering a career in public service or law. The statement must include the applicants full name, address, phone number, email address, and date of birth. The application must also include the name of your high school, your GPA, class rank, AP and honors courses; expected graduation date (a copy of your transcript or a resume with the information will suffice). Also name and location of college you will be attending in the fall of 2025, as well as your intended major. Please also include any extracurricular activities in and out of school, community activities, awards/honors/scholarships received. To apply for this scholarship please see your school counselsor. Due May 1st.
Neversink Roudout Antique Machinery Scholarship $500 Award: This scholarship is to encouage graduating high school seniors from Sullivan County to pursue secondary education opportunities in any field related to heavy equipment, automotive mechanics, or agriculture at an accredited academic or vocational school. The scholarship recipient will also receive one year of membership to the NRAMA. All applicants must achieve a minimum GPA of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale in a Sullivan County High School and Career and Technical education during their junior and senior years, illustrate a commitment to the fields of heavy equipment, automotive mechanics or agriculture by either graduation from a related program at Sullivan County Boces or related work efforts outside of school, and be accepted as a full time student at an accredited academic or vocational institution and receive a 2.0 or higher their first semester. To apply see your school counselor. Due May 1st
Rock Hill Fire Department Scholarship: This scholarship is for graduating seniors who are residents of the Rock Hill District or a family member of a Rock Hill Firefighter or a member of Boy Scout Troop 101. Apply Here Due May 1st.
Kiwanis Club of Monticello Scholarship: To apply for this scholarship please see your counselor. Due May 3rd
United Methodist Gene Smith Memorial Peacemaker Scholarship: This scholarship is for a graduating senior who demonstrates conduct and values related to being a peacemaker in their school and community. To apply for this scholarship please see your counselor. Due May 1st.
The Honorable Louis B. Scheinman Memorial Scholarship: This scholarship is open to seniors graduating from Sullivan County who demonstrate financial need, Scholarship, the qualities that Scheinman exemplified such as compassion, warmth, friendship, and a natural inclination to see the best in people. The applicant must also be an eager and inquisitive student. They also need to be active not just academically, but community minded with involvement in the community and school extracurricular activities. The application must also include a completed application that includes a resume, copy of student aid or FAFSA form, transcript including SAT or ACT scores, letter of recommendation from your guidance counselor, email address, mailing address, phone number and fax for the guidance office. To apply please see your school counselor. Due May 9th
Forestburgh Fire Company WIlliam J “Billy” Steinberg Grant: Open to graduates who are planning to pursue advanced accredited training towards a vocational career. Applicant priorities are listed in the application. Due to guidance May 14th. Apply here!
Alpha Delta Kappa-Mu Chapter Nellie Burnham Scholarship $350 award: This scholarship Nellie Burnham a Home Economics teacher with a passion for weaving and knitting, which she taught her students and others interested in learning. She co-founded Woodland Weavers and Spinners Guild to teach others how to craft fiber. The applicant must be someone who wants to learn to spin or weave and would like to attend a seminar/conference to learn these crafts. Due May 8th, to apply please see your counselor.
Alpha Delta Kappa -Mu Chapter Beth A. Clark Memorial Scholarship $350 Award: This scholarship supports someone interested in the field of education. To apply the applicant must be a student within Sullivan County pursuing a degree in education and has been accepted to an accredited college. The application must include two letters of recommendation from two faculty members that discuss the applicant’s teaching potential as well as their high school transcript. Due May 8th, to apply please see your counselor.
Forestburgh Fire Company William J “Billy” Steinberg Scholarship: This scholarship is open to students pursuing advanced training or career in the vocational trades. Priority will be given towards Forestburgh Fire Co. Student Member, or someone who is an immediate family member of a Forestburgh Firefighter. Applicants can also be a Student Firefighter of the Monticello Central School District or any student of the Monticello School District. To apply for this scholarship please see your school counselor. Due May 15th
The Monticello Elks Scholarship: This scholarship aims to provide financial support to deserving students in the Monticello School District that are community minded. The applicants must also hold leadership roles and look to unite the welfare and happiness of others and create good fellowship amongst their peers. To apply for this scholarship please see your counselor. Due May 15th by 2pm.
United Way Hospitality and Travel Scholarship $1,000 awarded: The United Way of Sullivan County is offering a Hospitality and Travel scholarship to a graduating senior. This award will be based on GPA and community services/outreach. A 500 word typed essay must also be submitted responding to the following question: What new and exciting suggestions would you bring to the hospitality and travel industry in Sullivan County? Application Due May 16th by 5pm. Please see your school counselor regarding this scholarship.
United Way Performing Arts, Communication/Media, Music/Dance, Drama Therapy Scholarship $1,000 awarded: The United Way of Sullivan County is offering this scholarship to a graduating senior based on GPA, community service and a 500 word typed essay. The essay asks you to describe an experience in any of the above disciplines and explain why that experience has made a lasting impression on your life to motivate your decision to seek further education in that area of choice. Application is Due May 16th by 5pm. Please see your school counselor regarding this scholarship.
The Brian Ingber Memorial Foundation scholarship $1,000 Award: This scholarship is available to any high school senior within Sullivan County. The student must be a June graduate and in good standing. The applicant must exemplify the ideals of volunteerism and service within their school and community, demonstrate good moral and ethical character, and be a well-rounded student. Applicants must be seeking opportunities in a field of study that will improve the quality of life in their community. Due May 20th. To apply please see your school counselor.
Bethel Lions Scholarship, $1,000 awarded: This scholarship opportunity is open to high school seniors who reside in the town of Bethel and attend one of the following high schools Monticello, Liberty, or Sullivan West. Home schooled students are also eligible to apply. Applicants must show service to community and school, be in good academic standing, provide a letter of recommendation, and be involved in extracurricular activities. Due date May 23rd. To apply please see your school counselor.
The William and May Norris Scholarship: This scholarship will be awarded to a senior student who is pursuing a career in the following fields of study: (listed in priority preference) 1. Wildlife and Land Management (examples of a career in the field of land management include land and energy management, ecology, natural resource management, forestry, fish and wildlife biologists or technicians, veterinary science). 2. Caregiving/Health Related Field (examples includes providing care for the physical and or emotional needs of an individual such as a Home Health Aid, LPN, RN, medical/therapy technicians, dental or medical degree seeking individuals, etc.). Due to Guidance May 30th. Apply here!
Any Make Any Model Car Club Scholarship, award $500: This scholarship is for students interested in pursuing a career in the automotive field. Applicants must be attending a college or trade school post graduation to pursue a career in the automotive field. The applicant must also complete a full year of classes or forfeit the scholarship money. Please note the scholarship payment will be distributed after the class schedule of the awarded student is provided to the address listed on the application. Due May 30th To apply please see guidance.
Stop the Bleed Project: In order to be eligible for the National Scholarships and STOP THE BLEED® Instructor Impact Scholarships, you must be a student attending high school in the United States and its territories. Home schooled students who would otherwise be attending high school are also eligible. In order to be eligible for the STOP THE BLEED® Instructor Impact Scholarships, you must have a STOP THE BLEED® Instructor Sponsor, licensed by the Stop the Bleed Coalition. Due online by May 31st. Apply here!
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