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| Provider / Name | Description / Criteria | Amount | Deadline |
| Wendy's High School Heisman Award Program | Will award scholarships to students who excel in academics, athletics and student leadership. All applications are filed on www.wendysheisman.com. | October 2, 2012 | |
| The Gallery Collection's Greeting Card Scholarship Contest | Is excited to give students who are currently enrolled in high school, college or a university the opportunity to win a $10,000 cash award by designing a greeting card. For more information and an entry form visit: www.gallerycollection.com/greeting-cards-scholarship.htm | $10,000 | January 16, 2013 |
| Marine Option NROTC Scholarship | Offerred to high school seniors, totaling $180,000 over 4 years. Applicants must be physically qualified by marine standards and have a minimum ACT score of 22 or SAT score of 1030 CR+M. For more information visit www.nrotc.navy.mil. No deadline was announced. | | |
| Horatio Alger Scholarship | Provides financial assistance to students who have critical financial need ($50,000 gross family income or less) and have exhibited integrity and perseverance in overcoming personal adversity. Applications are online at www.horatioalger.com/scholarships. | October 25,2012 | |
| The Dana Christmas Scholarship for Heroism | Valued at $10,000 is offered to individuals who perform exceptional acts of heroism. The application and nomination form are available at www.hesaa.org/Pages?GrantsandScholarshipsDetails.aspx. | $10,000 | October 15,2012 |
| New Jersey Society of Certified Public Accountants | Offers scholarships ranging in value from $6,500 to $8,500 to seniors who intend to major in accounting in college. Selection is based on academic standing, standardized test scores, an essay and performance at a personal interview. | $6,500 to $8,500 | December 21, 2012 |
| Mensa Education and Research Foundation Essay Contest | Offers scholarships ranging in value from $300 to $1,000. The contest is open to everyone and membership in Mensa is not required. To download and print an official entry form online, go to: www.mensafoundation.org/scholarships. | $300 to $1,000 | January 15, 2013 |
| Washington Crossing Foundation | Announces scholarship awards, ranging in value from $1,000 to $5,000, for students planning careers in government services. For more information visit www.gwcf.org. | $1,000 to $5,000 | January 15, 2013 |
| Mountain Lakes Home & School Association | Will provide money for a limited number of financial grants. The selection committee picks the recipients and determines the amounts of the grants according to financial need. | March 31, 2013 | |
| Abbott and Fenner Scholarship Program | Will be awarding up to $1,000 to the winner(s) each year. Students will submit an essay on the topic that appears on the scholarship page of the website: http://www.abbottandfenner.com/scholarships.htm. Full details are available on the website. | $1,000 | June 14, 2013 |
| Ronald McDonald House Charities National Scholarship Program | Offers scholarships to students from communities that face limited access to educational and career opportunities. These scholarships include the RMHC/Asia Scholarship, RMHC/HACER (Hispanic) Scholarship, RMHC/African American Future Achievers Scholarship and the RMHC Scholars Scholarship available to anyone. All scholarships take financial need into account. Visit www.rmhc.org for complete program details and eligibility requirements. | January 27, 2013 | |
| New Jersey State Elks Special Children's Committee | Awards 2 scholarships to graduating seniors (one female, one male) not to exceed $2,500 for up to 4 years based on excellent scholastic standing, financial need and a physical and/or mental disability. | $2,500 | April 1, 2013 |
| BigSun Scholarship | The successful applicant will be a high school senior or be attending a post secondary institute and currently involved in some sport at the institution or in the community. Amount of Award - $500. Please visit the website at http://www.bigsunathletics.com to learn how to apply. | $500 | June 21, 2013 |
| DAR Good Citizen Program and Scholarship Contest | Will award scholarships ranging in value from $250 to $3,000 based on the qualities of dependability, service, leadership and patriotism. Since MLHS can nominate only one student, if interested, notify Mr. Bergen via email (jbergen@mtlakes.org) and attach or hand deliver a copy of your resume or activity sheet no later than November 26. | $250 to $3,000 | November 26, 2012 |
| The Betty Bradbury Vail Scholarship | Valued at $2,000 for students who will be majoring in political science, history, government or economics and is in need of financial aid. | $2,000 | January 5, 2013 |
| New Jersey State Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution | Offers a scholarship based on academics, financial need and participation in church, home, school and community activities. | December 5, 2012 | |
| Junior League of Morristown (JLM) | Will recognize the outstanding community service of high school seniors by awarding four $2,500 college scholarships. The primary criterion is a demonstrated commitment to voluntarism. Secondary criteria are leadership, extra-curricular activities, scholastic effort and work or family responsibilities. Financial need is not a factor for consideration. More information about the JLM is available on the website www.jlmnj.org. Completed applications must be postmarked no later than January 31, 2013. | $2,500 | January 31, 2013 |
| Mountain Lakes Home & School Association | Will provide money for a limited number of financial grants. The selection committee picks the recipients and determines the amounts of the grants according to financial need. The deadline is March 31. 2nd posting. | March 31, 2013 2nd posting | |
| B. Davis Scholarship | Offered to graduating seniors in the amount of $1,000. To apply for this scholarship you will need to write an essay of less than 1,000 words. For more information visit: http://www.studentawardsearch.com/scholarsips.htm. | $1,000 | May 27, 2013 |
| NJ Vietnam Veterans Memorial Foundation | Offers 2 $2,500 scholarships to students who visit the memorial and write an essay about their visit. | $2,500 | April 19, 2013 |
| Arts Council of the Morris Area | Offers the Elaine Ehlers Art Scholarship in the amount of $5,000 and the Eugene Coladarci Art Scholarship in the amount of $1,250 to recognize artistic excellence and encourage the artists of the future. Applicants may apply in any one of the 4 arts disciplines: Visual arts, dance, drama and music. | Various | February 8, 2013 |
| Mountain Lakes Home & School Association | Will provide money for a limited number of financial grants. The selection committee picks the recipients and determines the amounts of the grants according to financial need. 2nd posting | March 31, 2013 2nd posting | |
| Princeton Prize for Race Relations | Would like to recognize the work that young people are doing in their schools and communities to further the cause of race relations. They will award a $1,000 prize to a Northern New Jersey resident in grades 9-12 who has demonstrated achievement in this area. The application can be downloaded/or apply online www.princeton.edu/pprize. | $1,000 | January 31, 2013 |
| Key Club | Will be offering 17 scholarships, ranging in value from $1,000 to $2,000, to active 12th grade members in New Jersey | $1,000 to $2,000 | February 20, 2013 |
| New Jersey Burglar & Fire Alarm Association | Announces the availability of scholarships ranging in value from $1,000 to $7,500 to sons and daughters of active-duty police and fire personnel. A copy of the requirements and an application can be found on the website www.njbfaa.org. | $1,000 to $7,500 | March 1, 2013 |
| New Jersey Schoolwomen's Club | Will award 2 scholarships in the amount of $1,000 each and 2 in the amount of $500 each to female graduates who intend to pursue a career in the field of education. | March 1, 2013 | |
| 200 Club of Morris County | Offers $4,000 grants to high school students who are children of active members of local public police departments, fire departments (paid & volunteer), ambulance squads, and the New Jersey State Police. For more information and the online application visit http://www.200clubofmorriscounty.com/scholarship.html. | $4,000 | March 1, 2013 |
| The Ralph Verde Foundation (RVF) | A non-profit charitable organization that was established to promote student achievement and academic excellence in memory of Ralph Verde. As of now, we are planning on granting over $18,000 in scholarships to NJ high school seniors pursuing a degree of higher education. To learn more about RVF, its missions or Ralph, please visit our website at www.theralphverdefoundation.org or contact us at ralphverdefund@gmail.com. | February 1, 2013 | |
| Mountain Lakes Home & School Association | Will provide money for a limited number of financial grants. The selection committee picks the recipients and determines the amounts of the grants according to financial need. 3rd posting | March 31, 2013 3rd posting | |
| Buick Achievers Scholarship Program | For those who plan to major in a field of study that focuses on engineering, technology, design or business, with an interest in automotive industry. For the online application visit www.buickachievers.com. | February 28, 2013 | |
| Morris County USBC Bowling Association | Announces a scholarship valued at $1,000. To be eligible, applicants must have bowled in USBC Youth or YABA programs for the past 3 years. | $1,000 | February 14, 2013 |
| Sgt. Ryan C. Doltz Scholarship | Valued at $1,000 and will be presented to students who have been active participants in a high school band and have a GPA of at least 2.5. | April 1, 2013 | |
| American Society of Civil Engineers | Sponsors 2 $1,000 scholarships for students who plan to pursue a civil engineering curriculum in college and have at least a 3.0 GPA in high school. | March 30, 2013 | |
| Mountain Lakes Home & School Association | Will provide money for a limited number of financial grants. The selection committee picks the recipients and determines the amounts of the grants according to financial need. 4th posting | March 31, 2013 4th posting | |
| New Jersey Relocation Council | Offers a $3,000 scholarship to a student who has relocated more than 50 miles and changed schools due to relocation and has a current cumulative grade point average of 3.0 on a scale of 4.0. For more information visit www.NJRC.org. | $3,000 | March 9, 2013 |
| Coupon Audit | Offering five $1,000 scholarships for the 2013-2014 school year to US students based on an essay. Following is the page with details about the scholarship: http://www.couponaudit.com/blog/scholarship/ | January 25, 2013 | |
| Visiting Nurse Association of Somerset Hills | Offers a $1,000 scholarship to a student with above average academic standing who is accepted into a B.A. degree in nursing. More information is available on the website: www.visitingnurse.org. | $1,000 | April 20, 2013 |
| Morris County Retirees Education Association | Plans to provide several scholarships in the amount of $4,000 to high school students with a desire to pursue a career in education. Applicants must rank in the upper half of the class and show financial need. | $4,000 | April 1, 2013 |
| Zonta International | Offers a $1,000 Young Woman in Public Affairs scholarship to a young woman who been involved in school and community activities and who may be interested in a career in public affairs. | $1,000 | March 15, 2013 |
New Jersey Association for College Admissions Counselors | Offering scholarships ranging in value from $1,000 to $1,500. For links to online applications, please use the following url:http://www.njacac.org/index.php?page=scholarship.php. | $1,000 to $1,500 | March 1, 2013 |
| Mary Gill Art Scholarship of Morris County | Will award a $1,000 scholarship to a student who is planning to further his/her education in art or an art related field. | $1,000 | February 15, 2013 |
| Morris County Association of Elementary and Middle School Administrators | Offers the Mildred Townsend Scholarship Award, valued at $2,000, for students who will be entering an education program in college. Applicants must also show financial need. | $2,000 | April 15, 2013 |
| NJ Sharing Network | Sponsors the Benjamin R. Chirls Scholarship in the amount of $4,000. Eligibility requirements include being an organ, tissue or eye donor, transplant recipient, donor family member or awareness advocate and rank in the top 50% of the class. An application is available online at www.NJSharingNetwork.org. | $4,000 | May 24, 2013 |
| Epilepsy Foundation of New Jersey | Offering 3 $1,000 scholarships to high school seniors who have epilepsy, based on academic achievement, activities and financial need. | $1,000 | May 10, 2013 |
| Mayflower Scholarship | Will be awarded in the amount of $1,500 to three deserving students who will be majoring in U.S. History or related field and will be attending a 2-year or 4-year college. Applicants must also be ranked in the top 25% of the class and have SAT/ACT scores in the 75th percentile. Since MLHS can nominate only 1 student, if interested, notify Mr. Bergen via email (jbergen@mtlakes.org) along with your intended college major and attach or hand deliver a copy of your resume or activity sheet no later than February 27. | $1,500 | February 27, 2013 |
| Delta Kappa Gamma Society | Will award a grant-in-aid to a female member of the Class of 2013 who will attend a 4-year college and intends to prepare for a career in education. Since MLHS can nominate only 2 students, if interested, notify Mr. Bergen via email (jbergen@mtlakes.org) along with your intended college major and attach or hand deliver a copy of your resume or activity sheet no later than March 6th. | March 6, 2013 | |
| MCCEA Philanthropic Fund Scholarship | Offers the Santora Scholarship for vocational, technical or creative arts and the MCCEA Scholarship for future educators. | April 25, 2013 | |
| Notables Singers | Offers 2 $500 scholarships to students pursuing a voice major in college. More information is available at www.notablesingers.org. Since MLHS can nominate only 2 students, return a completed application to Mr. Bergen no later than February 28. | February 28, 2013 | |
| 2012 New Jersey Business Idea Competition | Fosters an enterpreneurial mindset and ultimately recognizes those who develop the brightest, most commercially feasible ideas. Awards range in value from $100 to $400. To apply, visit www.fdu.edu/businessidea. | February 25, 2013 | |
| Mountain Lakes Home & School Association | Will provide money for a limited number of financial grants. The selection committee picks the recipients and determines the amounts of the grants according to financial need. The deadline is March 31. 5th posting | March 31, 2013 | |
| Pomptonian Food Service | Will be awarding 4 $1,000 scholarships in memory of their founder Giovina Coscia. Selections will be made based on financial need, work experience and community service. | April 19, 2013 | |
| Delta Sigma Theta Sorority | Will award a $2,500 scholarship to a student of African-American descent with a 3.0 GPA or higher. | $2,500 | April 15, 2013 |
| Rockaway Valley Garden Club | Will award a $1,000 scholarship to a graduating MLHS senior who has helped increase awareness of environmental issues within his/her school and/or community while in high school. | $1,000 | April 15, 2013 |
| Saint Clare's Health System | Is pleased to announce that the Johanson-Roberts Scholarship is available this year for high school seniors who are entering the nursing profession. A scholarship of $1,500 will be awarded to a student from Morris County. | $1,500 | April 15, 2013 |
| Junior Matrons of Morristown | Awards scholarships to African-American students on the basis of academic achievement, community involvement and financial need. | April 30, 2013 | |
| Jewish War Veterans | Announces the XX Olympiad Memorial Award in honor of the memory of the eleven members of the Israeli Olympic team that were brutally slain at the XX Olympics. The award, in the form of a $500 savings bond, is presented to an outstanding scholar-athlete. | April 12, 2013 | |
| Jewish Vocational Service | Administers a Scholarship Loan Program for Jewish residents of the areas served by the United Jewish Federation of MetroWest. Annual interest-free loans of up to $5,000 may be granted to eligible applicants who can document that all other sources of aid have been exhausted. | May 15, 2013 | |
| The Wilkins-Roche Herdsman Scholarship | Offered to all Herd members who are part of the class of 2012. Applicants are required to have participated in and committed to the MLHS football program. Financial need will be considered as well as academic performance and citizenship. An essay is required as well as a letter of recommendation from an underclass teammate. | May 7, 2013 | |
| New Jersey Utilities Association | Offering 2 $1,500 scholarships to miniority, female and disabled students pursuing a Bachelor's Degree at an accredited college or university. Criteria includes overall academic excellence and demonstrated financial need. Visit www.njua.com for an application and more information. | April 13, 2013 | |
| ETS Employee's Community Action Fund Scholarship | Designed for students who are facing serious and verifiable hardships affecting their ability to attend college, including financial need. | March 29, 2013 | |
| Hickory Tree Chorus | Offering a $1,000 scholarship to a young woman who intends to pursue a career in music. | $1,000 | April 19, 2013 |
| Jerome F. Sullivan Memorial Scholarship | Offers 5 awards valued at $500-$1,000 to students whose personal goals and professional aspirations are in a business-related career. Since MLHS can nominate only 1 student, if interested, notify Mr. Bergen via email (jbergen@mtlakes.org) along with your intended college major and attach or hand deliver a copy of your resume or activity sheet no later than March 20. | March 20, 2013 | |
| Montville Unico | Offering grants valued at $3,000 to students of Italian heritage and who have financial need. | $3,000 | April 22, 2013 |
| Disabled American Veterans Department of New Jersey | Will be awarding three $1,000 scholarships to graduating seniors for post high school education. Applicants must be a descendant of a member of the Disabled Veterans Department of New Jersey (son, daughter, grandson or granddaughter). | $1,000 | April 15, 2013 |
| Mid-New Jersey Youth Soccer Association | Offers the Liesel Krehan Memorial Scholarship Award, which will be awarded annually and paid $1,000 each to a male and female candidate. Candidates have to have been associated with a MYJYSA affiliate club team. | $1,000 | May 15, 2013 |
| Mountain Lakes Home & School Association | Will provide money for a limited number of financial grants. The selection committee picks the recipients and determines the amounts of the grants according to financial need. 5th posting | March 31, 2013 5th posting | |
| Friends of the Arts Scholarships | Given in consideration of a student's accomplishments and involvement in "the arts", both school related and outside activities. A resume and a short statement are required as part of the application. The amount of the award will be determined at a later date. The deadline to return the application to Mr. Bergen is May 15. | May 15, 2013 | |
| The Spirit of a Hero Scholarship | A $5,000 scholarship being awarded to deserving graduating high school seniors. Applicants must demonstrate a commitment to volunteerism and community contribution, in the spirit of New Jersey Heroes. Applicants must fully complete the application form either online at the New Jersey Heroes website: www.newjerseyheroes.org by no later than 5:00 pm on April 12 or submit an application via US Mail postmarked no later than April 12. | $5,000 | April 12, 2013 |
| Lakeland Hills YMCA William Kogen Community Service Award | Will be presented to a deserving boy and girl and is valued at $1,000. The criterion is based on volunteer efforts, integrity, honesty, dependability, leadership and personal accomplishments. To apply visit http://www.lakelandhillsymca.com/our-y/the-annual-dinner. | $1,000 | April 1, 2013 |
| Jon M. Pritsch Memorial Fund | Will award a golf scholarship for those who have played golf on their high school team or are planning a career in a golf related field. | June 1, 2013 | |
| The Wilkins-Roche Herdsman Scholarship | Offered to all Herd members who are part of the class of 2013. Applicants are required to have participated in and committed to the MLHS football program. Financial need will be considered as well as academic performance and citizenship. An essay is required as well as a letter of recommendation from an underclass teammate. 2nd posting | May 7, 2013 2nd posting | |
| Mountain Lakes Home & School Association | Will provide money for a limited number of financial grants. The selection committee picks the recipients and determines the amounts of the grants according to financial need. 6th posting | March 31, 2013 6th posting | |
| Friends of the Arts Scholarship | Given in consideration of a student's accomplishments and involvement in "the arts", both school related and outside activities. A resume and a short statement are required as part of the application. The amount of the award will be determined at a later date. The deadline to return the application to Mr. Bergen is May 15. | May 15, 2013 | |
| Friends of the Arts Scholarships | Given in consideration of a student's accomplishments and involvement in "the arts", both school related and outside activities. A resume and a short statement are required as part of the application. The amount of the award will be determined at a later date. The deadline to return the application to Mr. Bergen is May 15. 2nd posting | May 15, 2013 | |
| Bott Family Memorial Service Award of the Mountain Lakes Fire Department | Given to a graduating senior who is an active member of the Junior or Senior Fire Department. The amount of the award varies and it is understood that the money will be used toward further education. The deadline to return the application to Mr. Bergen is May 15. | May 15, 2013 | |
| Tri-Co Federal Credit Union | Offers a $1,000 scholarship to member in good standing of the credit union. Selection will be based on grades, activities and an essay. | $1,000 | May 1, 2013 |
| The Wilkins-Roche Herdsman Scholarship | Offered to all Herd members who are part of the class of 2013. Applicants are required to have participated in and committed to the MLHS football program. Financial need will be considered as well as academic performance and citizenship. An essay is required as well as a letter of recommendation from an underclass teammate. 3rd posting | May 7, 2013 3rd posting | |
| Rockaway Valley Garden Club | Will award a $1,000 scholarship to a graduating MLHS senior who has helped increase awareness of environmental issues within his/her school and/or community while in high school. 2nd posting | $1,000 | April 15, 2013 2nd posting |
| North Jersey Kitchen and Bath Association | Offers 3 $2,000 scholarships to students who are interested in the field of interior design. 2nd posting | May 17, 2013 | |
| Picatinny Chapter National Contract Management Association | Offers a $500 scholarship to students who will be majoring in business or law. | $500 | April 29, 2013 |
| Bott Family Memorial Service Award of the Mountain Lakes Fire Department | Is given to a graduating senior who is an active member of the Junior or Senior Fire Department. The amount of the award varies and it is understood that the money will be used toward further education. The deadline to return the application to Mr. Bergen is May 15. 2nd posting | May 15, 2013 2nd posting | |
| Friends of the Arts Scholarships | Are given in consideration of a student's accomplishments and involvement in "the arts", both school related and outside activities. A resume and a short statement are required as part of the application. The amount of the award will be determined at a later date. The deadline to return the application to Mr. Bergen is May 15. 3rd posting | May 15, 2013 3rd posting | |
| The Keith Hightower Scholarship | Is sponsored by the Community Foundation of New Jersey. The award is valued at $4,000 and is for students who have participated in science or math competitions or participated in independent scientific research during their high school careers. More information and an application can be found at www.cfnj.org. | $4,000 | May 17, 2013 |
| The County College of Morris | Is again offering the County College of Morris Freshman Scholarship. Recipients will receive $500.00 toward their first year's tuition at County College of Morris. In order to be a candidate, you must first meet the following qualifications: Rank in the upper half of your graduating class. Have an overall grade-point average of 85 (B) or higher. Complete and submit the scholarship application online (available May 25, 2013) at: https://www.ccm.edu/ admissions/financialAid/faonlineapp.aspx Or download the application at: http://www.ccm.edu/pdf/InstScholApp.pdf. Submit the application and the Letters of Recommendation by June 1, 2013. | $500 | June 1, 2013 |
| Morris County Association of Secondary Supervisors & Principals | Is pleased to offer 4 scholarships to students who intend to major in education. Criteria includes a GPA of 3.3 or higher and demonstrated community service. Since MLHS can nominate only 1 student, if interested, notify Mr. Bergen via email (jbergen@mtlakes.org) along with your intended college major and attach or hand deliver a copy of your resume or activity sheet no later than April 30. | April 30, 2013 | |
| Boonton Rotary Club Scholarship | Offers an award of between $1,000 and $2,000 based on academics, extracurricular activities, character and financial need. Applicants must rank in the top 1/3 of the class. The deadline to return the application to Mr. Bergen is May 9. | May 9, 2013 | |
| Tom Schofiield Wrestling Scholarship | Is offered to senior members of the wrestling squad, based on athletic accomplishments and community service. | May 15, 2013 | |
| James Hock Memorial Scholarship | Will be presented in the amount of $5,000 based mainly on financial need. Preference will be given to students who have a learning disability. Academic and citizenship records will also be considered. A lesser consideration will be given to students who have been involved in the football program. Women as well as non-participants of the football program are encouraged to apply. The deadline to return the application to Mr. Bergen is May 24. | $5,000 | May 24, 2013 |
| Friends of the Arts Scholarships | Are given in consideration of a student's accomplishments and involvement in "the arts", both school related and outside activities. A resume and a short statement are required as part of the application. The amount of the award will be determined at a later date. The deadline to return the application to Mr. Bergen is May 15. 4th posting | May 15, 2013 4th posting | |
| Donnie Farrell Memorial Scholarship | Is available to graduating seniors who are pursuing a degree in criminal justice, sociology, forensics, pre-law and other related fields. The applicant must be a resident of Boonton Township. Scholarship, character, leadership and service to school and community as well as financial need will be considered. The deadline to return the application to Mr. Bergen is June 1. | June 1, 2013 | |
| Boonton Rotary Club Scholarship | Offers an award of between $1,000 and $2,000 based on academics, extracurricular activities, character and financial need. Applicants must rank in the top 1/3 of the class. The deadline to return the application to Mr. Bergen is May 9. | May 9, 2013 | |
| Friends of the Arts Scholarships | Are given in consideration of a student's accomplishments and involvement in "the arts", both school related and outside activities. A resume and a short statement are required as part of the application. The amount of the award will be determined at a later date. The deadline to return the application to Mr. Bergen is May 15. 4th posting | May 15, 2013 4th posting | |
